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Water Savings with Every Flush: Improving Water Conservation in High Performance Buildings

Water Savings with Every Flush: Improving Water Conservation in High Performance Buildings

The flush toilet is one of the biggest users of water. Discover how toilet design is pushing flush technology to improve water conservation in high-performance buildings.

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How Surface Color and Design Affect Our Physical, Mental, and Social Well-Being

How Surface Color and Design Affect Our Physical, Mental, and Social Well-Being

Learn how surface color and design can improve health, reduce stress, and promote well-being in building occupants.

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Creating Sustainable Roofs with Standing Seam Metal Roofing

Creating Sustainable Roofs with Standing Seam Metal Roofing

Learn about cool roof construction, pick up valuable rules of thumb, and discover a variety of codes, ratings, and standards for your next cool roofing project.

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Bioretention Planters for Stormwater Management

Bioretention Planters for Stormwater Management

On-structure bioretention planters are an attractive, effective, and compact strategy for stormwater management. Explore how planters control peak flow and improve water quality.

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Using HPDs, EPDs, and LCAs in Design

Using HPDs, EPDs, and LCAs in Design

Material disclosure tools, such as HPDs, EPDs, and LCAs, are examined for their role in green building design, using a prefabricated fireproofing product as a case study.

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Mineral Wool IMPs: Sustainable, Fire–Resistant Construction

Mineral Wool IMPs: Sustainable, Fire–Resistant Construction

Designing for fire resistance and sustainability? Learn how fire resistance is specified in the IBC and explore examples of fire wall and fire partition construction assemblies utilizing mineral wool IMPs.

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Mineral Wool as a Continuous Insulation Solution

Mineral Wool as a Continuous Insulation Solution

Looking to design sustainable exterior wall assemblies? Learn about the benefits of mineral wool continuous insulation that ensures energy efficiency and thermal comfort.

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Trash, Recycling, & Linen Chutes: Components and Installation

Trash, Recycling, & Linen Chutes: Components and Installation

Trash, recycling, and linen chutes must meet the 2019 NFPA 82 standard. Delve into system components, compactors and sorters, installation, and NFPA 82 requirements.

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Glazing Strategies for Sound Control

Glazing Strategies for Sound Control

Acoustic attenuation and the effects of unwanted noise must be carefully evaluated in building design. Explore the glazing solutions for effective sound control strategy.

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Circadian-Effective LED Lighting for Day-Active People in Interior Environments

Circadian-Effective LED Lighting for Day-Active People in Interior Environments

Circadian rhythms are entrainable biological processes. Discover how the intensity, spectrum, and duration of exposure to light we receive daily impact our circadian biology.

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Design with Sectional Overhead Doors for Safety and Security

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Design with Sectional Overhead Doors for Safety and Security

Discover what safety and security features need to be understood when designing with sectional overhead doors.

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 Amarr Commercial Overhead Doors

Redwood Lumber: Attributes, Applications, & Environmental Benefits

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Redwood Lumber: Attributes, Applications, & Environmental Benefits

Redwood from responsibly managed forests is a natural material that's a sustainable choice. Explore redwood's strength, beauty, and life cycle benefits for indoor and outdoor applications.

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 Humboldt Sawmill Company

Building Smarter: The Role of Insulated Concrete Panel Systems

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Building Smarter: The Role of Insulated Concrete Panel Systems

This course provides an in-depth exploration of insulated concrete panel systems, a cutting-edge solution for energy-efficient and sustainable construction. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of these systems, including their structural performance, thermal efficiency, and streamlined installation process.

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 Tremco CPG Inc.

Fire Safety for Exterior Wall Assemblies

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Fire Safety for Exterior Wall Assemblies

Learn all you need to know about exterior wall fire provisions by examining the International Building Code®, NFPA 285 fire testing, and code compliance pathways.

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 North American Modern Building Alliance

Selecting and Specifying a Railing System

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Selecting and Specifying a Railing System

Architectural railing systems offer safety, durability, strength, and design flexibility. Explore how to select and specify railing systems for commercial or residential projects.

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 Lavi Industries

Advantages of Cold-Applied Roofing Systems

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Advantages of Cold-Applied Roofing Systems

Find out how to select and use cold-process adhesives for modified bitumen roofing membranes.

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 SOPREMA, Inc.

Using Thermally Modified Wood in Building Design

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Using Thermally Modified Wood in Building Design

Explore all aspects of this durable, low impact wood product and how it can be incorporated into interior and exterior projects.

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 Thermory USA

Solid Surface: Seamless Form with Function

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Solid Surface: Seamless Form with Function

Solid surface is seamless, durable, and easy to clean and maintain. This course explores the attributes, versatility, and manufacturing process of solid surface.

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 Wilsonart

Introduction to Residential Ventilation

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Introduction to Residential Ventilation

Review the ventilation requirements in ASHRAE 62.2 and solutions for energy efficient residential ventilation.

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 Panasonic Eco Systems North America

Insulated Composite Backup Panels: A Simpler Solution

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Insulated Composite Backup Panels: A Simpler Solution

Exterior wall systems must address the performance goals of the building envelope. Learn the difference between an insulated composite backup wall system and a traditional rainscreen wall.

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 CENTRIA, a Nucor company

Unlocking Wastewater's Potential

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Unlocking Wastewater's Potential

Wastewater is an often overlooked source of energy loss from buildings. Wastewater heat recovery and transfer technologies and practical applications are explored.

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 SHARC Energy

From the Ground Up: A Guide to Foundation Waterproofing

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From the Ground Up: A Guide to Foundation Waterproofing

Asphaltic-rubber membranes provide seamless protection for below-grade foundations. Explore waterproofing strategies, membrane technologies, and design and specification criteria.

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 Keene Inc.

Moisture Management & Sustainable Rainscreen Wall Systems

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Moisture Management & Sustainable Rainscreen Wall Systems

Rain control is a critical aspect of building envelope design. Explore the fundamentals of moisture control, rainscreen design principles, and cladding material selection.

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 Manifest Collective by Fortune Brands Innovations

Pre-engineered Trench Drain Systems for Smarter Water Management

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Pre-engineered Trench Drain Systems for Smarter Water Management

Understand the design and benefits of pre-engineered trench drains and their role in sustainable wastewater management and compliance with regulatory requirements.

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 MultiDrain Systems, Inc.

Redefining Rooftops: Understanding Rooftop Deck Systems

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Redefining Rooftops: Understanding Rooftop Deck Systems

Explore the potential of rooftop deck systems to transform underutilized spaces into vibrant outdoor areas. This course covers design options, surface materials, and installation guidelines for diverse properties.

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 Bison Innovative Products

Fundamentals of Mechanical Dehumidifiers

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Fundamentals of Mechanical Dehumidifiers

Mechanical dehumidifiers help control humidity, ensuring safety and comfort. Psychrometric principles, the operation of dehumidifiers, and their applications are discussed.

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 Quest Climate

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