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provides an overview of the features of the various types of fireplaces available today along with a discussion of the conditions affecting the performance of vented fireplaces.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Isokern fireplace and chimney systems are unique to other products in the marketplace for a number of reasons. Isokern systems are modular, masonry systems that can be assembled and installed in under a day manufactured from volcanic pumice. Almost all of the Isokern fireplace systems can be installed for interior use or for outdoor living spaces.

For more information, visit Isokern at www.isokern.net.

provides an overview of natural cork flooring, both glue-down tiles and floating floor options, including discussions on sustainability and installation procedures.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Globus Cork pioneered the development of colored cork flooring, matching beauty and function in a sustainable flooring choice. Globus Cork is the only company to have developed a rich, transparent, broad color palette ranging from the subtle to the bold. Globus Cork offers a vast range of patterns and sizes not found in any other cork manufacturer. The result is nearly endless design choices for customers and as a harvested product, the environmentally sound choice for flooring. Globus Cork is the premier US manufacturer of colored cork tiles using only renewable wind energy for manufacturing energy needs since 2007.

For more information, visit Globus Cork at www.corkfloor.com.

provides an overview of how polycarbonates are manufactured, the nature of its properties, characteristics, and types, the advantages over other building products, and its multiple architectural applications.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE AmeriLux International, LLC, is a distributor and manufacturer of plastic products used in the architectural market. Our offering includes a broad range of polycarbonate and PVC sheeting. Included in AmeriLux's product offerings are Lexan Thermoclear* multiwall, and corrugated polycarbonate products. AmeriLux also manufactures polycarbonate sheet under its own Coverlite® brand and PVC sheet under its brand Agrilite™ and TRUSSCORE™ brands. In addition, by utilizing their office in Shanghai, China, they are able to source a wide range of products including steel tubing, steel coils, and aluminum extrusions.

Our polycarbonate products are used for a variety of applications including but not limited to curtain walls, skylights, canopies, office dividers, windows, signage, pool enclosures, and greenhouses. We can offer specialty glazing panels such as Lexan* Solar Control IR, Lexan* Easy Clean, and Lexan* Dripgard.

For more information, visit AmeriLux at www.ameriluxinternational.com and www.daylightspec.com.

provides an overview of gate and fencing systems which are both functional and decorative, and are designed to meet modern security and design requirements while harmonizing with the surrounding environment.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Ametco Manufacturing Corporation began operations in 1966 as a full line metal fabricator and has evolved into a unique combination of manufacturer and a stocking warehouse of a variety of products that you, the architect, can utilize as a one source supplier of these materials. As a manufacturer, Ametco produces our own line of security fences and gates that, being made to order, gives you an almost free reign to design how these products will fit into any project you have to create. Selected styles of our fencing and gates are available to you in aluminum, stainless steel or galvanized steel all with a durable powder coated finish that will add flair to the normally mundane fencing needs. Ametco also manufactures perforated metal and plastics for use as displays etc.

All of our items can earn you valuable LEED® points for working with a local domestic manufacturing company.

For more information, visit Ametco at www.ametco.com.

provides an overview of the performance characteristics and benefits of cool roofing systems using reflective white vinyl roofing. Green roofing, energy saving programs, environmental challenges and solutions are also reviewed.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE The Vinyl Roofing Division of the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association was created to educate architects, engineers, specifiers, building owners and roofing contractors on the attributes of vinyl as a durable, reflective, heat-weldable material for single-ply roofing systems. Representing all of the leading manufacturers of vinyl roofing systems in North America, the Division is committed to making available sound, scientifically backed information on the environmental and functional performance of energy-efficient vinyl roofing membranes.

For more information, visit Chemical Fabrics and Film Association - Vinyl Roofing Division, at www.vinylroofs.org.

provides an overview of the value of home elevators, planning for home elevator installation, and code considerations.

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• Factory Direct installation of Home Elevators throughout the Southeast United States, Eastern Seaboard, Texas and California
• Authorized Distributors of residential elevators throughout the United States
• Our Luxury Lift residential elevators are built using the same design criteria developed over decades and used in the commercial elevator market
• Enjoy commercial elevator features at residential elevator prices
• Save money on your taxes by installing a Home Elevator
• The home elevator company with the greatest selection of elevator cabs
• Unmatched Quality on home elevators and wheelchair lifts
• The quietest and smoothest home elevators available anywhere

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provides an overview of the various designs and options of heavy-duty vehicle lifts, such as portable, platform, and in-ground lifts. Included is a discussion of the applicable standards and evaluation guidelines to be considered when specifying a heavy-duty lift system.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Based in Stevensville, Md, Stertil-Koni USA designs and manufactures innovative heavy-duty hydraulic lifts and accessories for the transportation industry. Stertil-Koni's breadth of lift products meets all ranges of a shop's lifting needs and includes mobile, two-post, four-post, in-ground, parallelogram, half-scissors and now the innovative axle-engaging, in-ground, scissor-style ECO Lift configuration. Stertil-Koni is the global market leader in mobile column lifts and is the preferred supplier to the world's top brands in the truck and bus industries. Stertil-Koni is now the fastest growing heavy-duty lift company in the United States.

For more information, visit Stertil-Koni at www.stertil-koni.com.