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  Silverdome Electrical-Home Page
Since its formation it has earned a reputation for completing projects and contracts on time and to customers exacting requirements.
Silverdome only employs dedicated and professional people, using state of the art technology, with a work philosophy of continuous development and customer satisfaction.
This approach has led to an impressive long term client portfolio which now includes leading private companies, semi-State organisations and local authorities.
www.silverdome.ie   (103 words)

  
  The Pontiac Silverdome Indoor Turfgrass Project:   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In November 1991, the Pontiac Silverdome and the Detroit World Cup Bid Committee asked the Turfgrass Specialists at Michigan State University to assist them in convincing FIFA to choose the Silverdome as a site for 1994 World Cup Matches.
The purpose of this paper is to outline the projects involving indoor turfgrass and its benefits for the Turfgrass Program, Michigan State University, and the State of Michigan.
This was an extension of the Silverdome project and continued the appointment of Research Technician Dr.
www.msu.edu /user/rogersj/silverdome.html   (547 words)

  
 Stadiums of the NFL-Silverdome-Detroit Lions
Prior to moving into the Silverdome, the Detroit Lions had played at Tiger Stadium since 1938, which was also the home of the Detroit Tigers (MLB).
Construction on the stadium, which was named the Pontiac Silverdome, began on September 19, 1973 and was completed in 23 months.
The Silverdome became the largest stadium in the NFL with a capacity of 80,311.
www.stadiumsofnfl.com /past/Silverdome.htm   (362 words)

  
 The Oakland Press: Local News: Silverdome's last stand
Loads of dirt are trucked into the Pontiac Silverdome to construct a racetrack for the THQ AMA Supercross this Saturday.
Now, Silverdome officials are finalizing a contract to host practices and events leading up to the Super Bowl XL at Detroit's Ford Field on Feb. 5, 2006.
The closing means Silverdome employees who haven't already left or retired will either transfer to other city jobs or try to find new ones.
www.theoaklandpress.com /stories/040705/loc_20050407022.shtml   (1461 words)

  
 Stadiums of the NFL-Silverdome-Super Bowl XVI
Prior to the construction of the Silverdome, the Detroit Lions had played at Tiger Stadium since 1938, that was also the home of the Detroit Tigers (MLB).
The Lions made their debut at the Silverdome on October 6, 1975.
The Silverdome had several amenities that included 93 executive suites and a club restaurant.
www.stadiumsofnfl.com /superbowl/Silverdome.htm   (380 words)

  
 Silverdome, site of MSU turf triumph, closing - Athletic Turf
PONTIAC, MI — The Pontiac Silverdome, site of one of the sports turf industry's most celebrated triumphs, appears to be headed for a date with the wrecking ball.
The Silverdome, built in 1973 for $55 million, hosted a 1982 SuperBowl and a Mass by Pope John Paul I in 1987, but veteran turfgrass researchers and educators at Michigan State University remember it as the site of World Cup (soccer) qualifiers when the United States hosted the Games in 1994.
The Silverdome was scheduled to close on Feb. 25.
www.athleticturf.net /athleticturf/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=308153   (544 words)

  
 Pontiac Silverdome
In 1982, the Silverdome hosted Super Bowl XVI, the first to be held outside of the Sunbelt.
More recently, the Silverdome was the first indoor stadium ever to host four first-round soccer games (on natural grass) for the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
The Silverdome is an attractive venue for events drawing large crowds.
www.detroitsports.org /facilities/venueview.php?id=22   (118 words)

  
 NFL.com: Looking back at the Silverdome   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Until he stepped onto the Silverdome field with 10:23 left in the third quarter of this contest, he had been best known for successfully executing a fourth-down conversion out of punt formation for the New York Giants in the third quarter of Super Bowl XXI.
This was their first game back on the Silverdome turf since Utley had given the home fans a thumbs-up as he was wheeled off of the field, a gesture that became a flashpoint for the Lions' best season in the dome era.
It was the first playoff game ever played at the Silverdome, the team's first playoff home game in any venue since 1957 and, above all, a rousing success in which the Lions were never seriously threatened after Melvin Jenkins' 41-yard interception return put the Lions up 14-3 en route to a rout.
www.nfl.com /news/2001/DET/silverdome.html   (2699 words)

  
 Official Ticketmaster site. Pontiac Silverdome Pontiac, MI tickets . Directions, seating chart, events.
The Pontiac Silverdome is located on West M-59 West of the I-75 exit, on corner of Featherstone and Opdyke Roads.
Silverdome Box Office is located on the West side of the Silverdome.
For some non concert Silverdome events, there may be child priced ticket available to children ages 2 to 12.
www.ticketmaster.com /venue/65544   (412 words)

  
 Detroit Lions Site: Silverdome Facts and Figures
Roof of Silverdome collapses during a snow storm as quarterbacks Eric Hipple and Gary Danielson and fullback James Jones work out in an off-season training session; the Detroit Pistons are forced to play their 15 remaining games at Joe Louis Arena and Cobo Hall.
Dedicated on December 21, 1975, the field in the Silverdome was named for Edwin (Andy) J. Anderson, who along with several other local businessmen bought the Detroit Lions in 1948.
Anderson served in various capacities with the Lions until 1978 and was one of the driving forces behind the Lions moving to Pontiac in 1975.
www.detroitlions.com /history/index.cfm?cont_id=87891   (608 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Silverdome a forgotten dinosaur at NBA Finals time   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Walker is executive director of the Silverdome, which is not unlike being baby sitter to a tyrannosaurus rex.
The Silverdome is set to close next February.
The Silverdome will be where the AFC team practices.
www.usatoday.com /sports/columnist/lopresti/2005-06-15-lopresti-silverdome_x.htm?csp=36   (642 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Pontiac Silverdome at Epinions.com
The Silverdome is the home for the Detroit Lions (at least for the next few years) and monster truck rallies.
The Silverdome holds 80,000 people which is not an asset for the arena, especially when trying to beat the NFL flout rules.
The best thing about the Silverdome is that it has the highest capacity of stadiums in the NFL, holding up to 80,311...
www.epinions.com /sprt-Venues-Pontiac_Silverdome   (788 words)

  
 NFL.com: Lions win Silverdome swansong   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Emmitt Smith became the first running back to reach 1,000 yards in 11 consecutive seasons -- breaking a record he shared with former Detroit star Barry Sanders -- but the Lions beat Smith and the Dallas Cowboys 15-10 on Sunday to avoid a 15-loss season.
The Lions and their fans know how difficult it is to earn a playoff victory because Detroit has only one -- against the Cowboys in 1992 -- since winning the 1957 championship.
Lots of exposed steel, a sea of concrete, an inflated fiberglass roof -- and no championships -- were the reasons the last game at the Silverdome did not move fans to tears.
www.nfl.com /ce/recap/0,3762,NFL_20020106_DAL@DET,00.html   (764 words)

  
 Silverdome Tickets - Silverdome Seating Chart - Pontiac Ticket Broker
The price listed for Silverdome tickets is the total price per ticket and may be over the printed price on the ticket.
Silverdome seats are together, side by side, unless otherwise noted.
Actual Silverdome seat numbers are withheld for the privacy of both buyer and seller.
www.vividseats.com /venues/silverdome-tickets.html   (182 words)

  
 Silverdome.com - The Best silverdome Resources and Information.
Silverdome.com - The Best silverdome Resources and Information.
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www.silverdome.com   (146 words)

  
 Silverdome Drive-In - Pontiac Michigan
Silverdome Drive-In Name: Silverdome Drive-In Street: Featherstone Rd.
The screens are 40x80 feet and are about 20 feet off the ground to compensate for the lack of ramps which would normally be there to improve visibility (line of sight) to the screen.
The concession stand is run by Big Boys and is right outside the Silverdome itself, so it is quite a walk to the Screen 1 lot.
www.waterwinterwonderland.com /location.asp?ID=1816&type=1   (673 words)

  
 Campus Information Centers - Directions to the Silverdome
The Pontiac Silverdome holds many large concerts, high school athletic tournaments, and more - Monster Truck shows, Motorcross races, Flea Markets, and Gun Shows to name a few.
The exits for the Silverdome are very well marked, and the dome is visible from a great distance.
The exits for the Silverdome are very well marked.
www.umich.edu /~info/tosilver.html   (222 words)

  
 Scout.com: Column: Goodbye, Pontiac Silverdome
The Lions will have an opportunity on Sunday to avenge that loss, and leave the Silverdome with a winning memory, when they participate in their final contest in Pontiac.
Since its 1975 inception, the Pontiac Silverdome has been expanded to seat over 80,000 -- the most in the NFL, and has witnessed some of the most exalting, horrifying, and bizarre moments in NFL history.
The Silverdome was tainted by an organization that simply could not find a way to win.
lions.scout.com /2/31618.html   (865 words)

  
 PRESS RELEASE Detroit WHA Team to Play in the Pontiac Silverdome   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eric Walker and Tim Kozub of the Silverdome management team will also be in attendance.
Senticore intends to hold a formal press conference at a later date to introduce the new General Manager and Head Coach of the team.
An additional 2,000 premium seats will be added to a VIP section along the open side of the rink transforming the Silverdome Arena into the largest multiple event hockey venue in North America accommodating up to 36,500 fans.
www.marketwire.com /mw/release_html_b1?release_id=67067   (432 words)

  
 The Oakland Press: Local News: Skating at the Silverdome
It's at the Pontiac Silverdome, Oakland County's gem for in-line skaters, where the upper concourse provides the perfect course.
The Silverdome also rents equipment for those who don't have their own gear or who are interested in a first time out, said Pam Prindle, an event assistant with the Silverdome.
One of the only rules is that skaters under 18 must use all safety equipment to protect the head, knees, elbows and wrists.
www.theoaklandpress.com /stories/022105/loc_20050221022.shtml   (703 words)

  
 Detroit Lions Site: Lions leave Silverdome as Gridiron Heroes
Detmer actually found the end zone twice on the day as the Lions left the Silverdome turf for the final time to the sound of Gridiron Heroes being sung.
The Lions finished 27 years in the Silverdome with an all-time record of 116-92-1(.558%) at the former PonMet.
Dallas was the Lions' first regular season opponent in the inaugural campaign in the Silverdome (known then as Pontiac Municipal Stadium).
www.detroitlions.com /games/index.cfm?cont_id=88572   (672 words)

  
 MONSTERJAMONLINE
When Bob Chandler rolled out the Bigfoot monster truck the first time at a truck pull event at the Silverodme and crushed a car, he was in the stands.
He watched is dream come full circle when he pulled Avenger into the Silverdome to race against his heroes in the sport at a Monster Jam event.
Knowing the history of monster trucks and Jim’s personal history at the Pontiac Silverdome, I got the chance to ask him a few questions about what it means for him to drive at the last ever Monster Jam at this historic venue.
www.ushra.com /features/Article.2005-12-19.1218   (926 words)

  
 TheSmartMarks.com Forums > Pontiac Silverdome Attendence
The two highest attended events at the Silverdome were in 1987 when 93,682 people visited the stadium to hear Pope John Paul II conduct mass and 93,173 fans packed the stadium for Wrestlemania III in 1987.
The live gate at the Silverdome of $1,599,000 also shattered the existing record of $837,000 (when translated into U.S. funds) for the Antonio Inoki vs. Leon Spinks and Akira Maeda vs. Don Nakaya Neilsen matches on October 9, 1986 at the Sumo Hall in Tokyo.
B) it was correct and the silverdome has added 8-10,000 seats since then, bringing the total seats (minus the floor) to 80,325.
forums.thesmartmarks.com /lofiversion/index.php?t66745.html   (4819 words)

  
 Pontiac Silverdome - aerial picture photo - Jan Kaulins Photo Art Photograph Gallery
Pontiac Silverdome - aerial photo picture photograph - Detroit Lions Pontiac Silverdome picture photography: This Pontiac Silverdome aerial picture photo is made from an original fl and white photograph that has been hand colored by nationally recognized artist and photographer Jan Kaulins.
This Pontiac Silverdome aerial photo was taken during one of the last Detroit Lions games at the Pontiac Silverdome.
The parking lot is packed with Detroit Lions fans enjoying one of the last Detroit Lions games at the Silverdome, where they played from 1975 until 2001 when they moved back to downtown Detroit to play at the new Ford Field.
www.jankaulins.com /p246.html   (287 words)

  
 abc7.com: Silverdome gets a quick makeover
There is a flurry of activity at the Pontiac Silverdome.
They say the Silverdome is already in pretty good shaper but the NFL wants it touched up a bit before the Steelers arrive.
Work began with a few cosmetic changes and upgrades at the Silverdome back in December, preparing for one of the Super Bowl teams to practice there.
abclocal.go.com /kabc/story?section=local&id=3849748&ft=med   (406 words)

  
 Pontiac Silverdome Hotels, Motels & Lodging, Pontiac, MI
Pontiac Silverdome Hotels, Motels andamp; Lodging, Pontiac, MI Start a Free Account
Pontiac Silverdome, Pontiac, MI hotels, motels and other travel lodging options are listed below in order of their distance from Pontiac Silverdome.
The lists to the right show other nearby points of interest, nearby cities and nearby outdoor activities and trails for you to explore in the Pontiac Silverdome and Pontiac areas.
www.trails.com /all-hotels/points-of-interest.asp?poi=22923   (119 words)

  
 johnnyroadtrip.com - Detroit's Pontiac Silverdome
The Silverdome is located in Pontiac, Michigan, 31 miles northwest of Detroit off I-75.
The Lions moved to Ford Field in downtown Detroit at the start of the 2002 season.
The Silverdome is surrounded by a huge parking lot, so parking is never an issue.
www.johnnyroadtrip.com /cities/detroit/silverdome.htm   (92 words)

  
 Developer pulls bid for Silverdome - 06/13/05   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Etkin notified the city by letter that the company was no longer going to pursue purchasing the 80,000-square-foot Silverdome, leaving only Southfield-based Schostak Brothers Co. in the running for the 127-acre site.
With Etkin out, the city is free to move ahead with Schostak's $300 million project of offices, stores, restaurants, industrial space, a recreation center, a hotel and automotive exhibit, Payne said.
But resident Greg Adsit, who lives near the Silverdome, worries the city may have lost its negotiating power by having just one suitor for the property.
www.detnews.com /2005/business/0506/13/B01-213221.htm   (504 words)

  
 Macomb Daily : Bush restores roar at Silverdome 10/28/04
PONTIAC -- Speaking to a frenzied crowd of supporters at the Silverdome, President Bush on Wednesday used his second visit to Oakland County this month to reach out to disaffected Democrat voters.
He said he is the better choice to support families and safeguard the nation.
Fans, estimated at just under 30,000, nearly filled half of the lower bowl and floor of the Silverdome and waved cardboard cutout "W" signs in blue, white, yellow and green.
www.macombdaily.com /stories/102804/sta_bush001.shtml   (822 words)

  
 Silverdome Drive-In Media
The idea of the new Silverdome Drive-In, located in the massive parking lot of the Pontiac Silverdome, sounded like a dream come true.
PONTIAC - The Pontiac Silverdome has gone from gone from screen passes to screening movies.
Drive-in movies at the Silverdome are tentatively scheduled to begin Sept. 12, with three screens to show double features of first-run movies.
www.drive-ins.com /dbmesrch.htm/code=mitsil2   (265 words)

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