Billionaire behind Europe’s top builder wants to disrupt housing
Russian billionaire Sergey Gordeev, whose PIK Group PJSC surged nearly 140% this year to become Europe’s most valuable homebuilder, thinks his industry is due for a disruption or risks going the way of gas-guzzling cars and brick-and-mortar stores. Gordeev has ambitions…
Calgary construction industry booming during pandemic
Home improvement and construction projects are proving to be popular in Calgary during the pandemic. The first eight months of 2021 have seen $4.2 billion worth of construction in Calgary, nearly double the $2.2 billion seen over the same period a…
Lowe’s Canada launches same-day delivery service
Lowe’s Canada, one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing over 450 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, is launching a new same-day delivery service in over 140 Lowe’s, RONA, and Réno-Dépôt corporate stores across the country. This…
Bobcat debuts new compact excavator at 2021 Utility Expo
The all-new E35 mini excavator is the latest addition to the popular R2-Series family. Operators will experience the ultimate in precision with the E35s low-effort joysticks and new hydraulic control valve, which provides superior machine control and ease. The new hydraulic…
Nelcos Distribution opens new Calgary office
Nelcos Distribution Inc., an official distributor of Bodaq Interior Film in North America, is pleased to announce the official opening of its Alberta office and showroom in Calgary. The new showroom will be open for visits at the address – 211 Exploration Ave, SE…
Homes under construction in Canada at an all-time high
Even before the onset of the pandemic, Canada’s housing supply was struggling to keep up with demand. Then, over the past year and a half, the drop in interest rates coupled with increased household savings and changing needs sent a tidal…
IAPMO seeks USPSHTC Task Group members
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking applicants to serve as technical experts on Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (USPSHTC) task groups. The USPSHTC Technical Committee is seeking special subject experts to join the following task groups: 1. Aquatic…
IAPMO seeks USHGC Task Group members
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking applicants to serve as technical experts on Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code (USHGC) task groups. The USHGC Technical Committee is seeking special subject experts to join the following task groups: 1. Solar Thermal Systems: The…