Gulf Construction articles from August 2006

Gulf Construction archives from August 2006

JV targets high-risk market in the region.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) The UK-based AKE Group, a security and political risk management company, has joined forces with Air Partner, the world's largest air charter broker to deliver an innovative solution to managing the security of...

IDtech aims to offer integrated solutions.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Belgium-based IDtech - a leading global company developing and marketing high-tech solutions in the fields of access control, time recording, centralised alarm management and personalised badges - has recently...

Amiantit's Flowtite passes quality test.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Leading Dammam-based pipe manufacturer Saudi Arabian Amiantit Company has recently achieved a technological breakthrough with the successful testing of its DN2000 PN25 Flowtite joint that has passed all...

TRL launches Cerberus portable radar system.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) TRL Technology, part of the TRL Electronics group, has launched its Cerberus portable radar and optical surveillance system - a comprehensive, and cost-effective surveillance solution for area and perimeter...

Dubai takes the lead in safety regulations.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) UK-based Wrightstyle, one of Europe's most innovative steel glazing specialists, looks at Dubai's changing attitude towards fire regulations and its own role in ensuring safety of buildings Something...

Cat launches new pipelayer series.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Caterpillar says its recently-introduced T-Series pipelayers - the 583T and the 587T - have been designed to meet the toughest demands of pipeline contractors worldwide. "While the 583T, with a lifting capacity...

Borouge eyes major Mideast expansion.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) In view of the growing popularity of plastics as a versatile material in industrial uses such as in piping systems around the world, Borouge - a leading supplier of environmentally-superior polyolefin plastics...

Cisco's solutions for Energy City Qatar.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Qatar-based Gulf Energy, a global consortium of energy consultants and investors, has recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with California-based Cisco Systems for the development of a master plan...

LComm's system gets strong response.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) US-based LComm - a leading developer of enterprise and neutral host Wireless Access Systems - says that its recently introduced advanced wireless distribution and management system, has met with overwhelming...

Daikin's new system offers better control.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Given the increasing trend to specify inverter-driven VRV (variable refrigerant volume) systems for a wide range of building types - air-conditioning companies need to review their approach to intelligent...

Liebherr eyes the Gulf for new cranes.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Liebherr is keen to promote its new flat-top tower cranes, which by virtue of their modular structure, offer a host of benefits to construction companies Liebherr, a global manufacturer of construction...

Liebherr cranes play key role in Dubai Mall project.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Cranes from German company Liebherr-Werk Biberach are playing a central role in the construction of the world's largest shopping mall - the 5.7 million sq ft Dubai Mall Contractors working on the project are...

Masters Crane seals deal with Sennebogen.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) A key dealership agreement signed between Masters Crane Company and the German crane manufacturer Sennebogen will see the arrival of 70 more cranes to help raise the magnificent skyscrapers in the UAE and other...

Alimak upgrades popular lift range.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Alimak Hek Group - a leading global supplier of mast climbing equipment and value-added services for both temporary and permanent installations - has recently upgraded its successful Alimak SE lift range with...

Victaulic partners Tabreed's growth.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Rami Mahmoud, Middle East regional manager for US-based pipe joining specialist Victaulic, discusses how the company's joining systems have helped the rapid development of district cooling systems in the Middle...

Largest Grove crane makes its way to Qatar.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) The largest Grove mobile crane model produced by US-based Manitowoc Crane Group (MCG) - one of the world's largest suppliers of lifting equipment for the construction industry - has recently been purchased by...

ACS teams up with Garrard Europe.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) The UAE-based Anticorrosion Control Services (ACS) has recently broadened its horizons by signing an agreement to manufacture, market and distribute the UV (ultraviolet)-curing sheet moulding compounds (SMC),...

New Wolff 'City' arrives in market.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Wolffkran - a leading Switzerland-headquartered manufacturer and the biggest rental company of high-quality tower cranes in Europe - has recently launched the Wolff 4517 'city', a new top-slewing flat top tower...

Madison redefines local connectivity.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Australian technology leader in the manufacture of cabling systems Madison is confident of cornering a significant share of the high-end cabling market through its recently introduced OptiPON range of...

Comansa ready to meet global demand.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Spain-based Comansa is eagerly eyeing the overseas market with a product offering that includes one of the widest ranges of modern flat-top cranes in the world The company, which has manufactured nearly...

IMO expects major surge in turnover.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) The materials handling division of Riyadh-based Industrial Materials Organisation (IMO) - a leading distributor and fabricator of material handling and other equipment for the industrial and construction sector...

Cat boosts loader, excavator range.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Caterpillar, a world-leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, has expanded its range of wheel loaders and excavators with new workhorses that offer customers the opportunity to "move more to...

MTS Bobcat offers dual control units.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) UK-based Bobcat dealer MTS Bobcat has recently created an industry first with the development of the first skid-steers to offer both remote controls and standard controls interchangeable on the same machine....

Panasonic introduces latest display system.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Panasonic, a leading global manufacturer of business solutions and consumer electronics, has introduced its latest plasma panel display solution that incorporates a slot-in PC tailored to work with...

TENDERS.
August 1, 2006... (From Gulf Construction) Oman Tender No 73/2006. Construction of waste transfer station at Wilayat Nizwa. Open to companies registered with the tender board as grade II and above. Bid bond is two per cent of tender price. Documents can...