EDITORIAL + PUBLISHING OFFICE3030 W. Salt Creek Lane, Suite 201 I Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847.391.1000 I F: 847.390.0408www.BDCnetwork.com I www.SGChorizon.com MEDIA KIT

www.bdcnetwork.com | www.sgchorizon.com

2013

SGC HORIZON, LLC

Photo © Mark Godfrey, courtesy Interface Engineering

Building Design+Construction delivers the entire Building Team involved in commercial construction, including Architects/Designers, Contractors/Builders, and Building Owners/Facility Managers. BD+C’s

72,142 recipients are 100% qualified to buy, specify or recommend building products, equipment or services1.

Engaged And Exclusive Readership

Subscriber Profile

Reach

Source: June 2012 BPA Statement

BUILDING OWNER/FACILITY MANAGER/MANAGEMENT FIRMS: Owner/Developer (an entity that owns, occupies and/or develops buildings/properties), Public Utility, Government Agency

DESIGN FIRMS: Architectural Firms, Engineering Firms, Architectural/Engineering Firms, Interior Design/Interior Architectural Firms

CONTRACTOR/BUILDER FIRMS: Construction Management Firms, Design/Build Firms, General Contracting Firms, Specialty Contracting Firms

32,158

28,903

11,071

44.6%

40.1%

15.3%

ARCHITECTURE/ DESIGN FIRMS

CONTRACTOR/BUILDER FIRMS

BUILDING OWNER/FACILITY MANAGER/MANAGEMENT FIRMS

Which of the following trade publications do you read regularly (3 out of 4 issues)?2

Which of the following trade publications, other than Building Design+Construction, do you receive personally addressed to you?2

BD+C’s subscribers’ projects include:

Healthcare

K-12 Schools

Higher Education

Government

Multi-Family

Green Building

Military

Hospitality

Retail

Offices

Reconstruction

Data Centers

Action-Takers 2

93%

86%

discussed an ad/article or referred an ad/article to someone else in the company*

requested additional information or visited an advertiser’s website*

Building Design+Construction 82%

Architect 29%

Architectural Record 27%

Architectural Products 10%

Buildings 12%

BOM 2%(Building Operating Management)

Architect

Architectural Record

Architectural Products

Buildings

BOM (Building Operating Management)

None of the Above

43% receive BD+C only; that’s unduplicated readership.

33%

26%

13%

17%

3%

43%

1. June 2012 BPA Statement2. Signet AdStudy, March 2012, multiple responses permitted*Numbers combined for comparative purposes

Ad Close DateJANUARY 11/21/12

FEBRUARY 1/3

MARCH 2/1

APRIL 3/1

MAY4/2

JUNE 5/2

COVER

IBS/IRE/WOC Show IssueSENIOR LIVING FACILITIES Baby Boomers Offer Building Teams a Golden Opportunity in the Multifamily Housing Sector

HEALTHCARE: THE EXPLOSION IN OUTPATIENT FACILITIES 30% Growth in Surgical Centers, Oncology, Urgent Care, Imaging and Out-of-Hospital Services

HIGHER EDUCATION FACILITIESCommunity Colleges at the Forefront

8th Annual 40 UNDER 40 SUPERSTARS Presenting ‘The Next Generation of Leaders in the AEC Industry’

AIA PRODUCT PREVIEW

K-12 SCHOOLSThe Quest for Energy Savings and IEQ in New + Reconstructed Schools

AIA ISSUE

16th Annual BUILDING TEAM AWARDS

10th AnnualWHITE PAPER ON GREEN BUILDING

KEY MARKET SECTOR REPORTFocus on High-dollar-volume Building Sectors

HIGHER ED FACILITIES Residence Halls, Student Unions, and ‘Quality of Life’ Factors in the Halls of Ivy

GOVT/MILITARY FACILITIES Mission-critical Facilities + Data Centers

K-12 SCHOOLSGoing After the High-end Private, Charter and International School Piece of the Pie

HEALTHCARE FACILIITES What’s New in Emergency Departments

HIGHER ED FACILITIES Science + Technology Centers and Lab/Research Facilities

BUILDING TEAM AWARD WINNERS Office Bldgs, Hospitals, Hotels, Higher Ed, K-12, Govt Bldgs, Retail, S+T, Cultural/Arts Facilities

AIA/CES DISCOVERY COURSEReaders can earn 1.0 AIA HSW/SD Learning Unit by completing this course

Roofing Technology ROI on Roofing RetrofitsProtecting the Building Envelope, While Saving Energy

Energy-efficient Ceiling Systems Reaching New Heights in Functionality, Sustainability + Aesthetics

Sustainable Building Envelope Systems Insulated Metal Panels, ICFs, SIPs, EIFS + Insulated Concrete Blocks

New High-efficiency LEDs, Lighting Controls, and Outdoor Lighting SystemsShedding Light on the Latest Systems

Sustainable Paints, Coatings + Finishes Enhancing the Environment, Occupant Health and Product Performance

Cladding + Exterior Insulation SystemsWinning the Battle Over Air and Moisture Infiltration in the Building Envelope

BIM / VDC/ CAD/ COMPUTERS / HARDWARE

BIM/VDC in Healthcare Projects

Project Information Management Software

Design Visualization With BIM/VDC

Energy Analysis Software

Project Collaboration Software

BIM/VDC for Data Centers and Mission-critical Facilities

BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Innovations in Concrete Glazing, Lighting, Daylighting + Shade Systems

Architectural Metal Work Metal Roofing + Insulated Metal Panels

High-efficiency Plumbing Fixtures

Flooring Carpet + Tile

PRODUCTS AT WORKSubmit 1-2 photos + 125 words showing use of product in a real project

Roofing, Ceiling Products, Door Hardware, Architectural Metal Work, HVAC Systems, Masonry + Stucco, Fire/Life Safety

Fire-rated Glass and Security Glass, Plumbing Fixtures, Underfloor Air Systems (UFAD), EIFS, Lockers, Storage Cabinets

Windows, Cladding Products, Flooring, Washroom Accessories, Brick/Masonry + Pavers, Fire + Life Safety Systems/Security/UPS

Bath Fixtures, Spray Foam Insulation, Panels, Shade Systems, UPS Systems, Doors + Hardware

Specialty Concrete, Wall Systems (Acoustical Gypsum), Lighting/Daylighting, UPS, Security/Fire + Life Safety Systems

Wall Coverings, Lockers, Glazing Systems, Finishes, Paints + Coatings

PRODUCT SOLUTIONSSubmit 1-2 photos + 125-word product release

Elevators and Escalators, Specialty Metals, Lighting + Daylighting Systems, Insulation, SIPs, Windows + Doors, Pavers

Engineered Wood Products, Wallboard, Rainscreens, Structural Steel, Paints, Coatings + Finishes, Washroom Accessories, UPS

EIFS, Ceiling Trends, ICFs, Interior Glass, M/E Systems, Framing Systems, Steel Decks + Joists, Concrete, HVAC Systems

Exterior Cladding, Brick + Masonry Products, Underfloor Air Systems (UFAD), Surfaces, Fire-rated/Security Glass

Computers/Hardware, Flooring Products, Insulation, Building Envelope Products (ICFs, SIPs, etc.)

Wallboard, Roofing, Metal Cladding, HVAC Systems, Interior Wall Systems, Brick + Masonry, Pavers

ON THE DRAWING BOARDSubmit rendering + 125-word project info

College Stadiums, R&D Facilities, Office Buildings, Courthouses

Performing Arts Centers, Modular Buildings, Hotels + Resorts, Data Centers, Parking Structures

Industrial Buildings, Retail Fitouts, BIM/VDC Projects, Embassies

Hotel/Resort Projects, Transit-oriented Development (TOD)

Science + Technology Centers, Office Renovations + Fitouts, Military Facilities

Rental Apartment Projects, K-12 Schools, BIM Projects, Public Buildings

NEW PROJECTS PORTFOLIOSubmit 1-2 photos + 125-word project info

Libraries, Mission-critical Facilities, Govt Buildings, University Facilities, Airport Terminals

Museums, Places of Worship, Justice Centers, Performing Arts Centers, Office + Retail Fitouts

Laboratories, Libraries, Cultural Facilities, Sports Arenas, Broadcast Studios

Office Interior Fitouts, Data Centers, Retail Malls, Net-Zero Buildings, Convention Centers

Sports Facilities, K-12 Schools, Medical Office Buildings, Retail Shopping

Casinos, Hotels, Parking Structures, Courthouses, International Projects, Music Centers

2013 SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

SHOW VILLAGE AT IBSA Magnificent Showcase of the Newest Design Trends and Products in Residential Construction

40 UNDER 40 SHOWCASE Presenting the 40 Brightest New Stars in the Design + Construction Universe

AIA PRODUCT PREVIEW + SHOW PACKAGESpecial Two-issue Advertiser Package to Boost Your Presence at AIA Denver

AIA SHOW PACKAGE

GREEN BUILDING WHITE PAPERBD+C’S 10th Annual Sustainability White Paper

2013 TRADE SHOWS

IBSINTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW Jan. 22-24

WOC - WORLD OF CONCRETE Feb. 4-8

IRE INTERNATIONAL ROOFING EXPOFeb. 5-7

NFMTMarch 12-14

LIGHTFAIRApril 23-25

PCBCJune 5-7

NEOCONJune 11-12

AIA CONFERENCE + EXPO June 20-22

SIGNET ADSTUDYMARKETING LEADERSHIP AWARDS

2013 EDITORIAL CALENDAR

MARKETING LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Submit all editorial contributions to: Robert Cassidy, Editorial Director, rcassidy@sgcmail.com

Ad Close DateJULY6/3

AUGUST 7/3

SEPTEMBER 8/2

OCTOBER 9/3

NOVEMBER 10/1

DECEMBER 11/1

COVER

GIANTS 300 BD+C Ranks the Top 300 AEC Firms by Building Type, With In-depth Reports on Key Market Sectors

‘BUILDING CHICAGO’ SPECIAL ISSUE Previewing the Newest AEC Industry Event

Coming to Chicago September 10-12, 2013

SPECIAL ISSUEHow AEC Firms Are Using Tablet Technology to Save Time, Improve Quality, and Meet Client Demands

30th ANNUAL RECONSTRUCTION AWARDSThe Best in Reconstruction, Adaptive Reuse, Historic Preservation + Renovation

GREENBUILD 2013 ISSUEWhere Does the Greenbuilding Movement Go From Here?

BEST AEC FIRMS TO WORK FOR Top AEC Firms Tell How They Motivate Their Staffs, Serve Their Communities and Strategize for the Future

KEY MARKET SECTOR REPORTFocus on High-dollar-volume Building Sectors

GIANTS 300 REPORTSHealthcare, Hotels, Higher Ed, K-12, Govt Bldgs, Retail, Data Centers, Office Bldgs, S+T/Lab, Military, Industrial/Warehouse, Green Buildings

HIGH-PERFORMANCE GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS Indoor Environmental Quality, Energy + Water Savings, Building Envelope Improvements

HEALTHCARE FACILITIES Dealing With the MOB: Medical Office Buildings Get Renewed Respect

RECONSTRUCTION AWARD WINNERS Higher Education, K-12, Healthcare, Hotels, Govt Facilities, Retail, Data Centers, Office Buildings, S+T Centers, Industrial Buildings

GREENBUILD PROJECT REPORTS Data Centers, Healthcare, Hotels, Higher Education, K-12, Govt Buildings, Retail, Office Buildings, S+T, Industrial & Warehouse

STATE + LOCAL GOVERNMENT BUILDINGSMunicipal Office Buildings, Town/City Halls, Police + Fire Depts, Mission-critical Facilities

AIA/CES DISCOVERY COURSEReaders can earn 1.0 AIA HSW/SD Learning Unitby completing this course

Hospital Reconstruction + AdditionsDealing With Infection Control, Safety, and Logistics in Complex Healthcare Projects

New Dimensions in Glass SystemsEnergy-saving Glass, Including Experimental Technology That Could Revolutionize the Industry

High Performance Windows, Doors + Door HardwareThey’re Not Only Beautiful, They’re Crucial to a Building’s Functionality

Innovations in K-12 School Design + ConstructionHow to Build High-performance, Sustainable Schools on a Tight Budget

HIgher Education FacilitiesDesign + Construction Breakthroughs in College + University Projects

Advanced Flooring SystemsCarpet, Tile, Resilient Flooring, Decorative Concrete, Hardwood, Even Bamboo — How to Choose the Right Materials for the Job

BIM / VDC/ CAD/ COMPUTERS / HARDWARE

Specifying IT Hardware Systems for AEC Firms

BIM/VDC for K-12 School Design

Tablet Apps for BIM + Virtual Design

BIM/VDC in Federal, State + Local Govt Projects

BIM/VDC for Mega-projects: Stadiums, MXD Use, Tall Buildings

BIM/VDC for Mechanical, Electrical + HVAC Systems

BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Modular Building Innovations

Specialty Doors + Windows

Acoustical and Ceiling Systems

Impact-resistant Glass Facade Systems, Air + Moisture Barriers

Fire/Life Safety + Security Systems/UPS

PRODUCTS AT WORKSubmit 1-2 photos + 125 words showing use of product in a real project

Mechanical/Electrical/ HVAC Systems, Daylighting Systems, Carpet Tiles, Surfaces + Countertops

Exterior Wall Systems, Lighting/Daylighting, Brick + Masonry, Interior Glass, UPS/Fire + Life Safety/Security

Framing Systems, HVAC Equipment, Sports Showers, Architectural Metal Work

Elevators + Escalators, UFAD, Carpeting/Flooring, Brick + Masonry, Shade Systems

Steel Decks + Joists, Skylights + Spaceframes, Roofing Products, Modular Systems, Insulation

Glass, Lighting Controls + Fixtures, Brick + Masonry/Pavers, Building Envelope Systems, Fire-rated Glass

PRODUCT SOLUTIONSSubmit 1-2 photos + 125-word product release

Ceiling + Acoustic Products, Innovative Concrete Products, Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD), EIFS

Paints, Coatings + Finishes, Windows/Doors + Hardware, Metal Panels, Roofing Products, HVAC Systems

Green Products, Metal Roofs, Insulation, Colored Concrete, Lighting Surfaces

Brick Masonry Products, Roofing Systems, Steel Building Solutions, Wall Panels, Shades, Lockers, Fire + Life Safety/UPS, Fire-rated Glass

Lighting Controls, Plumbing + Water-conservation Fixtures, Interior Wall Systems

Doors, Windows + Hardware, HVAC and BAS Systems, Enhanced Concrete (Fly Ash, Slag, Fiber-reinforced)

ON THE DRAWING BOARDSubmit rendering + 125-word project info

Warehouses, Modular Buildings, High-performance Buildings, Convention Centers

Metal Buildings, City + Town Halls, Transit Stations, Places of Worship

Students’ Housing, Casinos, Performing Arts Centers, Recreation + Sports Centers

Multi-modal Transport Facilities, Data Centers, Civic Centers, Military Housing

Private Schools, Industrial Buildings, Metal Buildings, Student Unions

Campus Master Planning, Outpatient Medical Projects, Criminal Justice Facilities

NEW PROJECTS PORTFOLIOSubmit 1-2 photos + 125-word project info

Correctional Facilities, Transit Projects, K-12 Schools, Skilled Nursing Facilities

Healthcare + Hospitals, Data Centers, Rental Apartments, Stadiums, Central Utility Plants

Mixed-use Projects, Police and Fire Stations, Retail Shopping, Laboratories

Low- and Mid-rise Structures, Corporate Campuses, Private Schools, Parking Structures

Assisted Living Housing, Convention Centers, Modular Buildings, Athletic Facilities

Libraries, Museums, BIM Projects, Office Buildings, Recreation Facilities, Telecomm Facilties

2013 SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

GIANTS 300 MARKET PROFILES Sponsorship Opportunities by Sector (K-12, BIM, Healthcare, Architects, etc.)

BUILDING CHICAGO PREVIEW Special Advertising Supplement Focusing on the Newest Expo in the AEC Field

40 UNDER 40 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT Bringing 320 of the Top Young Talent in the AEC Sector Under One Roof

30TH ANNUAL RECONSTRUCTION AWARDSDistinguished Projects in Reconstruction, Accounting for 30-35% of AEC Firms’ Billings

GREENBUILD ‘GREENZONE’ EXHIBITGreen Building Prototype at the Philadelphia Convention Center

BEST AEC FIRMS TO WORK FORThe Firms That Excel in Training and Education, Community Service and Business Stewardship

2013 TRADE SHOWS

BUILDING CHICAGO Sept. 10-12

CONSTRUCT/CSI Sept. 24-27 BD+C UNDER40 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT TBA

DESIGN-BUILD EXPONov. 4-6

CORENET GLOBAL Oct. 20-22

GREENBUILD Nov. 20-22

ARCHITECTURE BOSTON ABXNov. 20-22

ECOBUILD AMERICADec. 9-13

AUTODESK UNIVERSITY TBA

SIGNET ADSTUDY

BD+C GreenZoneOVERVIEW: At Greenbuild 2013 in Philadelphia, BD+C and its industry partners will construct two high-performance green buildings – one a commercial structure, the other residential – outside of the main entrance to the Convention Center.

SPONSOR BENEFITS: Category-exclusive sponsorships showcase your products installed in the GreenZone structures. Plus, pre- and post-show online publicity, on-site videos of your products, scanned leads from all visitors and a 20-page GreenZone supplement to enhance your visibility to 72,142 BD+C subscribers and GreenZone visitors.

Under40 Leadership Summit OVERVIEW: This exclusive BD+C event brings together the nation’s most promising young design and construction professionals for a three-day leadership summit.

SPONSOR BENEFITS: Sponsorship of the Under40 Leadership Summit positions your company as an innovative, industry thought leader. Sponsor logos are placed on all promotional materials to ensure high visibility and impact to this unique niche market.

BD+C’s Marketing Leadership AwardsOVERVIEW: At Greenbuild 2013 in Philadelphia (Nov. 1-3), BD+C will host an awards reception to present our Marketing Leadership Awards — Best of the Best, Gold and Silver — in categories of print, digital and integrated campaigns. Entries are evaluated by professionals from all areas of BD+C’s Building Team and judged based on creativity, message and effectiveness.

SPONSOR BENEFITS: To qualify for BD+C’s Marketing Leadership Awards, an advertiser must run a full-page ad in either the January or February 2013 issue of BD+C.

BD+C UniversityOVERVIEW: This online tool provides industry professionals with resources for continuing education.

SPONSOR BENEFITS: Sponsorship of BD+C university boosts visibility and establishes trust within this market. BD+C uses online advertising and e-newsletters to drive traffic directly to the sponsor’s website — and, because users must register, sponsorship generates real leads with a targeted industry audience.

BD+C Green Building White Papers

Since 2003, BD+C has published a series of extensive reports on green building — the early days of LEED, climate change, the business case for green building, water performance, zero energy buildings and more.

Download them all at:www.BDCnetwork.com/whitepapers

Editorial suggestions: Rob Cassidy, rcassidy@sgcmail.com; 847.391.1040

Sponsorship opportunities: Tony Mancini, tmancini@sgcmail.com; 610.688.5553

Integrated Opportunities

BUILDING DESIGN+CONSTRUCTIONGREENZONE

Specifications (cont.)All Rates Are Gross

Space Unit Rate (x)

1x 3x 6x 12x

Two-Page Spread $28,620 $26,835 $26,275 $25,140

Full Page $14,750 $14,265 $14,085 $13,660

1/2-Page Island $10,675 $10,065 $9,935 $9,630

1/2 Page $9,140 $8,620 $8,520 $8,270

1/3 Page $7,465 $7,072 $6,992 $6,795

1/4 Page $5,790 $5,525 $5,465 $5,320

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Terms and Agency Commission: 15% of gross billing for display advertising space, color, special position premium, provided account is paid within 30 days of invoice date. 1½% charge per month on accounts 30 days or more in arrears. No cash discount. Commission is not allowed on mechanical or special charges, including those for artwork, photos, printing, reprints, backup of inserts, tip-ins, and all other special handling requirements. In the event of non-payment, publisher reserves the right to hold advertiser and/or its advertising agency jointly and severally liable for such monies as are due and payable to the publisher. Agency commission will not be paid if the submitted ad material requires additional work by the publisher.

Short Rates and Rebates: Advertisers will be short-rated if within the 12-month period from date of first insertion they do not use the number of insertions contracted for upon which their billings have been based. Advertisers will be rebated if within the 12-month period they have used sufficient additional insertions to earn a lower rate than that at which they have been billed.

Rate Protective Clause: Rates are subject to change on notice and become effective for all advertisers with the stated specific issue and all issues thereafter. However, advertisers may cancel or amend their contracts without incurring short rate adjustment if they have fulfilled their contract terms through the issue preceding that with which the new rates are effective.

Publisher’s Copy Protective Clause: In consideration of the acceptance of any advertising from the advertiser and/or the advertising agency for publication at the rates set forth in this rate card, the advertiser and/or the advertising agency represents and warrants that all material delivered to the publisher for publication shall be free of libel and that publication thereof will not violate or infringe any copyright, trademark, right of privacy, or any other statutory or common law property right of any person, and that the advertiser and/or the advertising agency will indemnify, defend and save harmless the publisher, its agents, assigns and successors against any claim, demand, costs, expenses and damages, including reasonable attorneys' fees incurred by the publisher, arising out of or in connection with any breach by the advertiser and/or the advertising agency of any of the foregoing.

Premium Charges: Cover and preferred position rates listed above.

Advertising That Simulates Editorial Content: Advertisements that in the opinion of the publisher resemble editorial material or the publication’s editorial format will carry the word “Advertisement” in at least 10-pt. type at the top or bottom.

Regulations Not Stated Elsewhere in Rate Card: See specific and detailed reference in item No. 14 of this publication’s listing in Standard Rate and Data Service (SRDS).

Cancellation of Orders: Cancellation of space orders must be in writing and will not be accepted after closing dates.

MAILING INSTRUCTIONSAdvertising material, insertion orders, correspondence and copy should be addressed to: Traffic Department, BD+C, 3030 W. Salt Creek Lane, Suite 201, Arlington Heights, IL 60005-5025. Coordinator: Lyn Hennessey • lhennessey@sgcmail.com • 847.941.7968

ACCEPTED DIGITAL FORMATSPress-optimized PDF using Acrobat Distiller’s PDF/X-1a job option is the required format (300 dpi, CMYK color). PDFs prepared for use on the Web are unacceptable. Any other type of file may require the use of an outside vendor and will result in additional charges.

Specifications

www.sgchorizon.com

Space Unit Specification

NON-BLEED BLEED

Two-Page Spread 16½” x 10” 181/4” x 11”

Full Page 8” x 10” 91/4” x 11”

2/3-Page Vertical 51/4” x 10” 53/4” x 11”

1/2-Page Spread 16½” x 47/8” 181/4” x 5½”

1/2-Page Vertical 37/8” x 10” 4½” x 11”

1/2-Page Horizontal 8” x 47/8” 91/4” x 5½”

1/2-Page Island 51/4” x 73/8” —

1/3-Page Vertical 2½” x 10” 3” x 11”

1/3-Page Square 51/4” x 47/8” —

1/4 Page 37/8” x 47/8” —

1/6 Page 2½” x 47/8” —

MECHANICAL DATAPublication Trim Size: 9” x 10¾”Printing: Web offset. Printing is wet, all colors going down simultaneously with one impression.Binding: Perfect BoundBleed: See below for bleed specifications.Mechanical Requirements: SWOP Specifications apply. Standard Unit Size in Inches: Spaces to be charged at standard unit rate can be used only in the forms and dimensions shown here.

Ad SizesTrim Size: 9” x 10¾”

Back Cover — plus 20% Inside Back Cover — plus 10%Inside Front Cover — plus 15% Special Positions — plus 10%TOC — plus 15%

SGC HORIZON MAGAZINESVisit www.sgchorizon.com to view rates, specifications and editorial calendars for all of the SGC Horizon publications.

EDITORIAL + PUBLISHING OFFICE3030 W. Salt Creek Lane, Suite 201 I Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847.391.1000 I F: 847.390.0408www.BDCnetwork.com I www.SGChorizon.com

For advertising opportunities, contact Tony Mancini at 610.688.5553 or tmancini@sgcmail.com.

Unless a SWOP ad proof is submitted, publisher will not accept responsibility for the integrity of the ad.

AD ART UPLOAD INSTRUCTIONSFor ad art uploads and additional ad information, go to www.scrantongillette.com/adart

2013 Rates & Specifications

AU

GU

ST 2012

VOL. 116 N

O. 8

CON

STRUCTIO

NEQ

UIPM

ENT.CO

M

24 The changing face of today’s asset manager

30 Telematics transforms field maintenance

34 Mack boosts fuel efficiency with new powertrain

Big blades and high horsepower take on tough production jobs p. 38

Super DozersBring Brute Strength

August 2012ConstructionEquipment.com

www.HousingZone.com

MAY 2012

MARKET LEADERS 2012 Todd Jackson and the

other leaders from the top 20 markets are a step above the competition

Protecting Margin and Mark-up

14i i

REMODELERS’ EXCHANGE:

Outdoor Living40 PRODUCT TRENDS:

David Alan Yoho on “price buyers”

50 EXTERIOR/REPLACEMENT BUSINESS:

2012 JESSE H. NEAL AWARD WINNER

Irving Convention CenterIrving, Texas

STATE + LOCALPROJECTS9 Ways to Win More Public-Sector Work20

BIM: UP IN THE CLOUD41

AIA/CES DISCOVERY COURSE

BRICK, STONE, AND MASONRY45

August 2012

www.BDCnetwork.com

August 20122

www.BDCnetwork.comwww.BDCuniversity.com

One-of-a-Kind Green | 04

Homes that make a strong design statement while delivering a high level of energy and resource effi ciency

Mark Richardson: Using Strategic Relationships to Grow Your Business | 02

At this LEED Platinum-registered custom home in Portland, Ore., the design-build team used wood that was either reclaimed or from FSC-certifi ed forests. Builder: Jonathan Orpin; Architect: Ty Allen; Interior designer: Maxine Bromfi eld

PH

OT

O:

LO

RE

N N

EL

SO

N P

HO

TO

GR

AP

HY

/ N

EW

EN

ER

GY

WO

RK

S T

IMB

ER

FR

AM

ER

S

www.CustomBuilderOnline.com

JULY 2012

Designing for Millennials4 Projects Geared for the Burgeoning Gen Y Market

Pro

fessio

nal B

uild

er A

UG

US

T 2

01

2

DE

SIG

NIN

G F

OR

MIL

LE

NN

IAL

S

10

1 B

ES

T N

EW

PR

OD

UC

TS

5

PR

OV

EN

WA

YS

TO

OP

TIM

IZE

FR

AM

ING

W

WW

.HO

US

ING

ZO

NE

.CO

M

PH

OT

O:

JIM

SIM

MO

NS

Anatomy of a Best-Selling PlanPage 54

5 Proven Ways to Optimize FramingPage 60

Pro

fessio

nal B

uild

er

AU

GU

ST

20

12

r

DE

SIG

NIN

G F

OR

MIL

L

Anatomy of a Best-Selling PlanPage 544

5 Proven Ways to Optimize FramingPage 60

August 2012 www.HousingZone.com

oning Gen Y Market

101 Best New Products

Breakthrough Products for Residential Construction

Located in the West Los Angeles neighborhood of Mar Vista, Four was designed for young working couples, with features like ground-fl oor fl ex space and large second-fl oor decks.

www.scrantongillette.com