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Month: May 2020

NCCER announces partnership with National Roofing Contractors Association

Posted by | May 29, 2020 | 0 |

“NCCER is proud to partner with NRCA to enhance the training of roofing craft professionals,” states Boyd Worsham, NCCER President. “The roofing industry is an essential sector of construction — every facility, from school to church to home, has a roof, yet it is a craft area that is frequently underrecognized. In addition to expanding our curriculum, we also aim to highlight the critical role of these craft professionals in our society.”

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ASID CEO Randy Fiser will step down to pursue a new opportunity

Posted by | May 28, 2020 | 0 |

“For eight years, Randy has provided invaluable leadership, passion, vision, and service to our community,“ said ASID Board of Directors Chair Jennifer Kolstad, ASID, Associate AIA. “He understood and championed the ability of interior design to impact not only the beauty around us but also our health, wellness, and wellbeing. His recent efforts have further strengthened ASID’s position as the global leader on interior environments. We will miss his contributions to our network.” 

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Oldcastle APG’s Echelon and Belgard sustainable materials integral to reservoir megaproject as Atlanta’s iconic Bellwood quarry opens floodgates

Oldcastle APG’s Echelon and Belgard sustainable materials integral to reservoir megaproject as Atlanta’s iconic Bellwood quarry opens floodgates

Posted by | May 28, 2020 | 0 |

The Bellwood Quarry, Atlanta’s iconic filming locale, awaits its closing scene as plans move forward for a transformation that will greatly impact residents.  No longer will the mini canyon be featured as a Walking Dead zombie pit or a Stranger Things supernatural playground. Georgia’s landmark crater is now being filled with more than 2 billion gallons of water to create the state’s largest reservoir.

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Linetec offers paint coatings with antimicrobial protection for architectural metal products’ high-touch surfaces

Linetec offers paint coatings with antimicrobial protection for architectural metal products’ high-touch surfaces

Posted by | May 27, 2020 | 0 |

Linetec provides architectural coatings with Microban® technology available in 30,000 colors with antimicrobial protection exceeding other conventional finishes on metal building products’ surfaces. Coupled with regularly scheduled cleanings, antimicrobial-based coatings create an inhospitable environment for microbial growth by damaging the microbes’ cell walls.

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Wansack named Southeast commercial account manager for Vitro Architectural Glass

Posted by | May 26, 2020 | 0 |

Vitro Architectural Glass announced that Sarah Wansack has been appointed as commercial account manager for the Southeast region. “Sarah is a results-driven, highly motivated engineer with a solid background in new business development,” said Dan Stipetich, sales director, eastern region, Vitro Architectural Glass. “She brings 20 years of industry experience and is a strong team leader with solid account management and client relation skills.”

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BRE launches BREEAM USA In-Use Version 6 – update includes market-leading Resilience focus

BRE launches BREEAM USA In-Use Version 6 – update includes market-leading Resilience focus

Posted by | May 26, 2020 | 0 |

BREEAM announced the launch of BREEAM USA In-Use Version 6, a locally adapted version of the internationally recognized BREEAM program for existing buildings. The update, the first since the program was first launched in 2016, includes new and improved criteria for the Commercial program (BREEAM USA In-Use V6 Commercial) and expanded to include the brand-new standard for Residential assets (BREEAM USA In-Use V6 Residential).

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Building Safety Month celebration wraps with a focus on training and education

Posted by | May 26, 2020 | 0 |

The weekly theme of ‘Training the Next Generation’ aligns with NCARB’s current focus: to develop training materials for licensure candidates, supervisors, and mentors to best prepare for the challenges of the future,” said Terry Allers, President of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, a week four sponsor. “Only through proper mentorship and effective resources can the next generation of architects, and other architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals, be energized to improve the built environment for everyone.”

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Celebrating a decade of emerging design: Sherwin-Williams tenth annual competition honors eight students

Celebrating a decade of emerging design: Sherwin-Williams tenth annual competition honors eight students

Posted by | May 22, 2020 | 0 |

Sherwin-Williams last week announced the winners of its tenth annual Student Design Challenge, a competition that recognizes the growing talent of design students across North America. “With the competition now in its tenth year, we have high expectations for submissions – and they delivered. Each year, we are blown away by the depth of creativity these students show,” said Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams. “Their work demonstrates that the power of design is real and incredibly relevant. Sherwin-Williams applauds our next generation that will face both new challenges and new opportunities.”

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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