October 2017

4 BUILD / October 2017 Editor’s Note , Welcome to the October edition of BUILD Magazine, bringing you up-to-date news and features from global construction and property industries. In recent news, new analysis of London commercial property deals shows international real estate investment is remaining strong as Asian investment makes up close to 50% of the £10.89bn total deals value. Elsewhere in this issue, we learn more about Gray Insulation and Fabrication LLC, who provide mechanical insulation installation. Founder and owner, Meri Ramey-Gray takes time to tell us more about this dynamic company and her recent success in BUILD Magazine’s 2017 US Small Business Awards, where she was awarded the title, Best Woman-Owned Small Business in Colorado. In other news, the housing sector has one of the highest rates of absenteeism, this is according to a new report which explores the issue and how it affects the industry as a whole. Lastly, proving that personal touch to all of their projects is 100% family owned company, O’Reilly Concrete. Established in 1939, they have grown over the decades to become one of the largest precast manufacturers in Ireland and the UK. We discover more about the firm, when we profile this innovative company. We sincerely hope you enjoy reading this issue and look forward to hearing from you soon. Jess Daykin, Editor Phone: +44 (0) 203 725 6842 Email: jessic [email protected] Website: www.corp-vis.com AI Global Media, Ltd. (AI) takes reasonable measures to ensure the quality of the information on this web site. However, AI will not assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, correctness or completeness of any information that is available through this web site. If errors are brought to our attention, we will try to correct them. The information available through the website and our partner publications is for your general information and use and is not intended to address any particular finance or investment requirements. In particular, the information does not constitute any form of advice or recommendation by us or any of our partner publications and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making or refraining from making any investment or financial decisions. Appropriate independent advice should be obtained before making any such decision. Any arrangement made between you and any third party named in the site is at your sole risk and responsibility.