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August 1, 2008
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Construction progresses at the Absolute World Tower Four condominium project in Mississauga, Ontario.
Fernbrook Homes team digs deep at Absolute World Tower Four
Developer Fernbrook Homes/Cityzen began the Absolute World Tower Four project in summer 2007 and occupancy has been scheduled for 2010.
The 56-storey, 430-unit tower was designed by Burka Architects.
Consultants are Sigmund Soudack & Associates Inc. (structural); E.C.E. Group (mechanical/electrical); and NAK Design Group (landscape).
Subtrades include Costa Earthmoving Inc. (excavation); Faga Group (under slab drainage); Deep Foundations Contractors Inc. (shoring/caissons); Premform (formwork); Gilbert Steel Ltd. (rebar supply); Innocon Inc. (concrete supply); Mayfair Electric Ltd.; and ThyssenKrupp Elevator Ltd.
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| ALEX’S BLOG |
Reed Construction Data Chief Economist Alex Carrick discusses current developments in Canada's economic environment. He also shares light-hearted reflections on life and current events.
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