Long, Slow Recovery Ahead for Construction Markets

RALEIGH, N.C. — A new overview of the 2012 domestic construction market shows a long and slow recovery for the construction markets, according to the recently released report by FMI, a Raleigh, N.C.-based consulting firm serving the engineering and construction industry.

The report states that demographics will demand improved infrastructure in health care and education, and sustainable or green construction will drive demand for LEED-certified buildings.

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Steris, Toshiba Medical Systems Join Forces

MENTOR, Ohio – Steris Corp., a provider of surgical support and integration technologies, formed an alliance with Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc., a Tustin, Calif.-based medical imaging technology provider, to offer advanced vascular, cardiovascular, pediatric and neurosurgical hybrid surgical suites to healthcare systems seeking the latest patient-focused interventions.

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Tonia Burnette

Tonia Burnette joined Cannon Design as principal, and will serve as Healthcare Practice Leader for the firm’s Mid-Atlantic practice. With a career that spans more than 28 years in the programming, planning and designing of healthcare facilities, Burnette collaborates with clients, users and consultants to deliver total patient satisfaction and advance innovative healthcare delivery concepts.

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Richard Freeark

C.W. Driver recently promoted Richard Freeark to vice president of operations for its San Diego region. Freeark, a 32-year construction industry veteran, will be responsible for the operational oversight and client satisfaction for the firm’s projects, including healthcare and education facilities in San Diego and Los Angeles.

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