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Vitro Glass’s Fresno plant first of its kind to earn ENERGY STAR certification

Vitro Glass’s Fresno plant first of its kind to earn ENERGY STAR certification

Posted by | Mar 29, 2019 | 0 |

Vitro Architectural Glass’ Fresno, California, facility is the first float glass manufacturing plant in the United States to earn the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification for superior energy efficiency. The float line at Fresno was redesigned and rebuilt in 2016 to incorporate the latest advances in insulating refractory materials. The plant also was furnished with automated proximity lighting as well as more energy-efficient motors, pumps, compressors and other equipment. Industry-best operational practices were adopted throughout the facility, as well.

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KAI celebrates construction milestone at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Teen Center of Excellence

KAI celebrates construction milestone at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Teen Center of Excellence

Posted by | Mar 29, 2019 | 0 |

“Predominantly, topping out ceremonies are reserved for projects that hold significant meaning to the organization and, most importantly, to the community,” said Lammers. “Completing the steel for this building gets us one step closer to opening the new Teen Center of Excellence that will be serving the youth of Ferguson and its surrounding communities. KAI is excited to be a part of this project and helping transform this community.”

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USGBC’s Green Schools Conference & Expo and IMPACT Conference co-locate in St. Paul

USGBC’s Green Schools Conference & Expo and IMPACT Conference co-locate in St. Paul

Posted by | Mar 28, 2019 | 0 |

GSCE is committed to advancing sustainable schools for all and will bring together some of the industry’s top green school leaders, while IMPACT attracts building professionals and sustainability leaders from across the Midwest. Both conferences will include inspiring keynotes, immersive education sessions and informative workshops on the latest strategies and trends that support a sustainable transformation of the region’s schools, commercial and residential buildings and more.

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5G Studio Collaborative presents surreal-futuristic interior design of luxury retailer Forty Five Ten’s spaces at Hudson Yards

5G Studio Collaborative presents surreal-futuristic interior design of luxury retailer Forty Five Ten’s spaces at Hudson Yards

Posted by | Mar 28, 2019 | 0 |

Generating an energy of anticipation for viewing, studying and experiencing all aspects of exciting, inspiring fashion and design at Forty Five Ten Hudson Yards, the architecture and interiors for the spaces feature precedent-setting utilization and engineering of material, including glass brick. A surreal-futuristic combination of elements continues the innovation with a unique combination of color and texture to establish an extraordinary and often whimsical exhibition space for the collections.

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Firestone Building Products introduces FullForce EPDM™

Firestone Building Products introduces FullForce EPDM™

Posted by | Mar 27, 2019 | 0 |

Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) recently introduced industry-first FullForce™ EPDM, the next evolution of Secure Bond™ systems. According to Firestone Building Products, FullForce EPDM can be installed more than four times faster than standard adhered EPDM. and in temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Linetec introduces Aged Light Oak and Aged Dark Oak – two new wood grain finishes for aluminum

Linetec introduces Aged Light Oak and Aged Dark Oak – two new wood grain finishes for aluminum

Posted by | Mar 27, 2019 | 0 |

“While we appreciate the rich beauty of natural wood, when considering high traffic areas, maintenance and weathering, Linetec’s wood grain coatings can be an excellent alternative. The appearance of these new weathered wood selections can be a desired aesthetic that brings warmth, comfort and character to any project – from a casual and relaxed environment to an upscale design,” said Linetec’s marketing manager Tammy Schroeder, LEED® Green Associate.

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DuPont™ Tedlar™ Wallcoverings introduces new Celestial collection

DuPont™ Tedlar™ Wallcoverings introduces new Celestial collection

Posted by | Mar 26, 2019 | 0 |

The new patterns Saturn and Volans in the Celestial collection evoke a contemporary spin on familiar patterns and textures. The Saturn collection is a subtle, textured, striped wallcovering that echoes the iconic feature of the ringed planet. The Volans offering emulates the flying fish found in its namesake constellation with a light, embossed pattern. The two new additions to the Passport collection are Mod and a textured Mod Linen pattern that give designers new pairings of crisp, clean and hip designs that compliment and fill a space with style and rich, vibrant color.

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Shepley Bulfinch opens office in Hartford, Connecticut

Posted by | Mar 26, 2019 | 0 |

Shepley Bulfinch, a national architecture and design firm, announced today that it has opened a new office in Hartford, Connecticut at 100 Allyn Street. With an office in Hartford, Shepley Bulfinch is poised to better serve the needs of clients in the Connecticut and Western Massachusetts region by providing architecture, planning, and interior design solutions for leading institutions in education and healthcare, as well as urban development and civic organizations.

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Leading Universities and Colleges adopt PlanGrid to efficiently build and maintain campuses

Posted by | Mar 26, 2019 | 0 |

PlanGrid facilitates real-time communication between stakeholders spread across university grounds, enabling both construction and facilities management teams to optimize productivity and enhance campus service levels. By capturing a comprehensive record of building activity with PlanGrid, universities are also able to leverage full lifecycle project data to preserve their campuses for generations to come.

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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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