Tractor Supply increases sharply new-store construction estimate

Issue 24 March 1, 2012

Tractor Supply increases estimate for long-term new-store growth from 1,800 to 2,100

Tractor Supply increases substantially its new-store opening projections. The company plans 90-95 new stores this year, an increase over 2011 and 2010 openings. More

New Price Shopper store in New York designed to qualify for LEED Silver

Binghamton location includes precast concrete walls, skylights to help save energy. More

Wendy's 2012 capital plans: new locations, more remodeling

Wendy's to open 60 U.S. locations, increase pace of its Image Activation remodeling program. More

Vitamin Shoppe wants to open 52 new stores in U.S. this year

Increasing pace of growth will add to current store count of 528 locations. More

Lowes plans approximately 10 new locations for this fiscal year

Home-improvement retailer released estimate in year-end report . More

USGBC, University of Michigan report highlights resiliency of green buildings

Study describes potential adaptive strategies for green building practitioners. More

Strong quality assurance in construction requires a distinct operational culture

Columnist Brian L. Hill explains why quality control works in manufacturing, but not construction. More

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