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Daylighting 201 - A Simple Guide To Motorized Shades And Controls Provides an overview of specifying motorized window shades so the benefits of natural light can be maximized, and energy conserved through the control of daylighting. READ MORE... |
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Creating Healthy Living Environments with New Paint Technology (CDN) Provides an overview of sustainable design and the creation of healthier environments in reference to architectural paints. Included are discussions regarding the components of paint; independent testing methods and standards; categories of LEED®; and specification of paint systems for today’s designer. READ MORE... |
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Metal Ceiling Technical Guidelines The CISCA Metal Ceilings Technical Guidelines was created by the CISCA Metal Ceilings Committee of manufacturers and installation contractors to promote the use, design, production and application of quality metal ceiling systems in construction projects. READ MORE... |
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Wine Cellars: Room Construction and Design Considerations Provides an overview of the design and construction requirements for wine storage, including climate control. READ MORE... |
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Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Paperless Gypsum Shaftliner Panels Provides an overview of the advantages of using paperless shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies in multi-story, multi-family housing, and covers the installation procedures and special conditions. READ MORE... |
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Pre-Finished Opening Systems Provides an overview of pre-finished metal frame systems including a cost comparison with standard frame types and a review of the product features. READ MORE... |
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Preserving Wood Windows and Doors: Design Solutions and Treatments Provides an overview of the causes and prevention of wood decay including treatments, coatings, and wood engineering technologies, along with a discussion on exterior clad products for window and door products. READ MORE... |
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Hinge Selection Guide Provides an overview of hinge standards, types, applications and selection tools. READ MORE... |
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Custom Showering - Dreams Fulfilled - PODCAST Provides an overview of custom showering trends, key planning questions, planning with imagination, and executing a plan which will fulfill your client’s dream expectations by creating the ultimate showering experience. Water, from sea to tap, is and always will be H2O but custom showering allows you to take that basic mixing of molecules and shape it any way you want! READ MORE... |
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March Learn & Earn Contest You could WIN a $100 PRIZE just for successfully completing any of the FREE online AIA-certified courses available at AEC Daily's Online Learning Center. With 214 FREE online continuing education courses available, you have multiple chances to win! Please visit http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.aecdaily.com/contest for complete rules & regulations. |
Fall CDT Exam Registration – Now Open! Register now to take the CDT! The fall testing window is September 22 – 27, 2008. The early registration deadline is June 23, 2008 and the final registration deadline is August 22. Visit www.csinet.org/certification to register for the exam or for more information. |
CSI Online Courses -- Education Anywhere, Anytime!
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CSI Webinar: Specifications 101 March 20, 2-3:30pm ET This “Entry Level” learning Webinar is designed for students or employees of design or construction firms who come to the job with little or no experience or knowledge of specifications. Click here to learn more or register now for this webinar. |
CSI Webinar: The Unified Technology Building System and the New MasterFormat Process March 25, 2-3:30pm Construction practices for low voltage systems have been in place and mature for more than 25 years, and have seen incremental changes over the past decade with the convergence of voice and data cabling infrastructure. Other low voltage systems exist within commercial buildings. These systems are going through a similar convergence to enable the next generation of buildings to take full advantage of the scale, management, footprint and standardized installation owners are demanding. Common names for these systems include: Building Automation Systems, BAS, Building Networks, and Building Systems. Participants will review the new design process as dictated by MasterFormat 2004 Edition, and discuss best practice for next generation building system design. Click here to learn more or register now for this webinar. |
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