Partners & Links
Visit these resources and organizations for more information, questions, or just to find people to share ideas.
B.E.P. Forming Systems
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B.E.P.'s aluminum forming systems increase efficiency by reducing labor and equipment costs. The all-aluminum concrete wall-forming systems for residential and commercial construction include the standard Big Panels System and the exclusive full Rotator Systems. These systems are innovative in design and functionality, bringing a new dimension of design capabilities to poured-wall construction.
Durand Forms
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Durand Forms has grown from a regional company serving mostly hometown contractors to one of the industry’s most respected suppliers of aluminum forms from coast to coast. They are distinguished for utilizing state-of-the-art robotics for welding, modern procedures and controls, advancing product capabilities, and continually innovating ways to help contractors succeed.
Structura Technologies
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For more than 10 years, Structura Technologies has served the needs of builders, developers, contractors and others who have an interest in poured in place concrete construction. Structura's cast-in-place concrete shells provide long-term stability and energy efficiency at an affordable price. Structura Technologies provides access to a group of highly qualified Master Sub-Contractors prepared to accurately bid and deliver concrete structures.
Solid Wall Systems
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Solid Wall Systems is the leading production builder of cast-in-place solid concrete walls in America. They construct solid concrete walls for over 1,500 homes per year. Solid concrete walls are used to construct residential homes that are located in hurricane and tornado prone areas. Along with the benefit of superior durability, the SWS concrete wall system offers high levels of wind storm resistance and energy efficiency.
The Concrete Network
http://www.concretenetwork.com/
The mission of ConcreteNetwork.com is to provide the most useful information about residential concrete products and services in the industry, and to facilitate buyers and sellers connecting with each other. The site does not cover do-it-yourself projects. ConcreteNetwork.com is updated every Friday with new articles and resources. Content on the site covers concrete products, services, design - even the contractors themselves. It also links to excellent content relating to concrete, design, and home building on other Web sites.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
http://www.fema.gov/
FEMA's continuing mission is to lead the effort to prepare the nation for all hazards and effectively manage federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates proactive mitigation activities, trains first responders, and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration.
ToolBase Services
http://www.toolbase.org/
ToolBase Services is the housing industry's resource for technical information on building products, materials, new technologies, business management, and housing systems. Includes the ToolBase News technical newsletter, the ToolBase Hotline ( 800-898-2842 ), and the ToolBase Portal for information on innovative home building technologies.
World of Concrete
http://www.worldofconcrete.com/
World of Concrete is the premier concrete industry trade show of North America. Held in Las Vegas, industry professionals from around the globe participate. Serious construction professionals know when it comes to getting their hands on the latest products, equipment, and information, there's nothing that compares to World of Concrete. Get the scoop on the industry's Most Comprehensive Educational Program! World of Concrete seminars are attended by over 50 thousand construction professionals each year.