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WinTech and Pocahontas Aluminum Company Unite Under New Holding Company, Ozark ESOP Partners
WinTech and Pocahontas Aluminum Company Unite Under New Holding Company, Ozark ESOP Partners WinTech, Inc. announced the formation of Ozark ESOP Partners, a newly established holding company created to guide and support the continued growth of WinTech, Pocahontas Aluminum Company (PAC), and future affiliated entities. This strategic move marks an important step in strengthening the…
Read More$100,000 Wilmot Gift Enhances Entrepreneurship Opportunities at Salisbury University
$100,000 Wilmot Gift Enhances Entrepreneurship Opportunities at Salisbury University Upon reflecting on his time at Salisbury University, Wilmot Modular Structures founder Mike Wilmot credits perseverance, networking, and the rigorous courses in the Franklin P. Perdue School of Business as the pillars of his entrepreneurial success. “SU was my foundation to starting and sustaining a successful…
Read MorePanel Built, Inc. Named “Best of Georgia” in Steel Products Manufacturing
Panel Built, Inc. Named “Best of Georgia” in Steel Products Manufacturing Georgia Business Journal Recognizes Modular Construction Company for Quality and Customer Support Panel Built, Inc., a leading manufacturer of modular buildings and prefabricated steel structures, has been awarded ‘Best of Georgia’ by the Georgia Business Journal in the Steel or Steel Products Manufacturer category.…
Read MoreAoRa Development Aims for New York’s First Triple Net Zero Building Using Modular Methods
More cities are providing funding for newer infrastructure projects as long as they meet sustainability requirements. This is how modular can fit the bill, thanks to its lower waste production.
Read MoreDevelopers and Designers: Lessons Learned with Modular Design
Modular construction is attractive to many developers because sitework and module construction can occur simultaneously, shortening the schedule and reducing additional costs.
Read MoreUTILE: Putting Modular Building on a Fast Track
In Quebec, UTILE is taking the lead in creating affordable modular buildings to help decrease the student housing shortage. During the process, the company discovered what it takes to make the transition to modular building a success.
Read MoreSobha Modular Teaches Developers How to Think Like Manufacturers
With its 2.7 million square foot factory in UAE, Sobha Modular is bringing both its high-end bathroom pods to high-end residences to Dubai while developing modular projects for the U.S. and Australia.
Read MoreRoadMasters: Why Early Transport Planning is Make-or-Break in Modular Construction
In modular construction, transportation is often called the “missing link.” While it rarely stops a project outright, poor planning can trigger costly delays, rerouting, and budget overruns.
Read MoreNavigating Risk in Commercial Real Estate and Modular Construction: Insights from a 44-Year Industry Veteran
Modular projects involve manufacturing, transportation, and on-site assembly. Developers must understand exactly what they are responsible for versus what they subcontract. Risk advisors should research the developer’s contractors, subcontractors, and design-build consultants—especially the modular manufacturer.
Read MoreArt²Park – A Creative Application of Modular and Conventional Construction
Art²Park is more than a park building—it’s a demonstration of what modular construction can achieve when thoughtfully integrated with traditional materials. The use of shipping containers provided not only speed and sustainability benefits but also a powerful structural core that simplified and strengthened the rest of the building.
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