Veronafiere, host and organizer of Marmomacc, has selected Michael J. Burns of Michael J. Burns Architects Ltd. (Moorhead, MN) as the winner of the continuing education contest hosted by AEC Daily. He will receive a free trip to Verona, Italy, to attend “Designing With Natural Stone,” Marmomacc’s week-long continuing education program for architects on stone design. Michael Burns, AIA, CID has more than 36 years of experience in architectural practice and, since 1983, has operated his own practice. His work features a diverse palette of projects. He is instrumental in each project’s design and detailing and yet encourages his staff to explore new materials and building techniques. “I can’t believe I actually won, but I’m genuinely excited to attend this conference because of its unique setting, educational opportunities and the interaction with other architects from around the world,” he said upon being informed that he had been selected as the contest winner. “I look forward to applying this knowledge of the stone industry in our work and sharing its ageless and elegant benefits with clients, despite our challenging climate. What an awesome professional experience!” “Designing With Natural Stone” offers a unique combination of classroom lectures, guided architectural tours, and field trips to local quarries, as well as to natural stone processing facilities. This comprehensive approach enables architects to better understand stone’s full life-cycle -- including how marble is quarried, cut, processed, finished, selected for specific jobs and installed, all using the latest technologies and products. Veronafiere is a trade fair host and organizer based in Verona, Italy.

Meeting the Demand for Large, Venting Windows In response to the design/build community's interest in extremely large operating windows, we are pleased to introduce the Ultra Series XL Awning. These extra-large awnings have crank-out operation with heavy-duty operating arms, multi-point locks, and are available with the same extruded aluminum brickmould, sill nosing and other accessory options as for as other Ultra Series products. Complementary stationary picture, sash set transom, radius & geometric windows are available as well. Features & Options: • 2-1/4" thick sash* accommodates double- or triple-pane glass (*nominal measurement) • Various LoE coatings help achieve the maximum energy efficiency for each project • Available with NEW retractable screens for crank-out windows • Design Pressure (DP) rating of 45 Restrictions: • Venting Size Width: Minimum 20"; Maximum 60" • Venting Size Height: Minimum over 36"; Maximum 84" • Not available in the Heritage Series (i.e. wood exterior) • Not available impact-performance certified

MADISON, OH - July 24, 2013 -ChemMasters, Inc. has introduced a new concrete cure and seal product for use on driveways, garage floors and sidewalks. SilencureT SRT significantly simplifies the contractor's job by providing a curing compound and penetrating siloxane sealer in a single product which can be applied on broom finished, precast, hand or machine troweled surfaces. SilencureT SRT works effectively on newly placed concrete and can also be used on older unsealed concrete. Because it can be applied to fresh concrete, it eliminates the need for water or resin curing, stripping and the traditional 30 day waiting period before a silane or siloxane treatment, greatly reducing labor as well as visits to the jobsite. Silencure SRT represents an advanced curing and penetrating sealer technology which can be used on a most concrete finishes, making it easier, faster and less costly to cure concrete and provide long lasting protection against damage from freeze/thaw cycling and deicing chemicals. all in one application. It is a patented product that utilizes a pure acrylic copolymer compound for curing combined with a penetrating siloxane sealer. When applied to newly-placed concrete, it produces a non-yellowing clear continuous film, which effectively cures fresh concrete while providing a tough protective acrylic film to the surface. Additionally, Silencure SRT contains a proprietary blend of siloxanes which penetrate capillary pores of fresh concrete to form a silicone matrix which effectively prevents water and salt penetration. ChemMasters' water-based Solvent Replacement Technology (SRT) provides additional environmental benefits, is VOC compliant and virtually trouble-free. Silencure SRT cures concrete to ASTM C-309 and ASTM C-1315 standards, exceeds NCHRP 244 standards for salt protection and will exceed 100 freeze / thaw cycles without damage. ChemMasters, Inc. is a 57 year-old manufacturer of specialty concrete chemicals used to improve, repair and protect concrete and masonry. The company is the acknowledged leader in the formulation and manufacturing of low-VOC solvent-based products for use in the states that require them. A state-of-the-art research and development facility is operated by ChemMasters to advance the science of concrete improvement. ChemMasters, Inc. is located at 300 Edwards Street, Madison, OH 44057. Telephone: 800-486-7866, Fax: 440-428-7091 Email: info@chemmasters.net

(Verona, Italy, July 23, 2013) – Architects from India, Italy, France, Germany, and Spain were recently selected by an international jury to receive Marmomacc’s International Stone Architecture Awards for 2013. This is the 13th edition of a biannual awards program created by Verona trade fair company in 1987 as part of its efforts to highlight the use of stone in outstanding architecture around the world. Prizes will be presented on Wednesday, September 25th during the inauguration of Marmomacc, in Verona. The projects will also be featured in an exhibit during the fair in Hall 7B. The jury, which evaluated 29 projects from 11 countries completed during the last two years, was comprised of: Klaus Theo Brenner (University of Potsdam) Alberto Ferlenga (IUAV University of Venice) Luis Fernandez Galiano (Editor, Arquitectura Viva) Fulvio Irace (Polytechnic Institute of Milan) Vincenzo Pavan (University of Ferrara) The jury selected the following works which were considered representative -- for architectural quality, expressive use of stone materials, and typological design – of the best recent international architectural achievements in stone. The honored architects, the name and a photograph of their project, its primary stone material and the jury’s comments follow: • ARUP ASSOCIATES – Druk White Lotus School, Ladakh, India, 2001-2013 • MAX DUDLER -- Castle Visitors’ Center, Heidelberg, Germany, 2009-2011 (www.maxdudler.com) • MIAS ARQUITECTES -- Upgrading of Urban Spaces, Banyoles (Girona), Spain, 1998-2012 (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.miasarquitectes.com/proyectos-ficha.php?id=20) • CARL FREDRIK SVENSTEDT -- Stone House, Lubéron, France, 2011 (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.archdaily.com/361907/stone-house-carl-fredrik-svenstedt-architect/) Special Mention: • UFFICIO SASSI DI MATERA -- Casa Cava Auditorium and Cultural Center, Matera, Italy, 2007-2011 (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.casacava.it/) • ALESSANDRO ANSELMI (1934-2013), Parabita Cemetery, Italy, 1967-1977 “Vernacular Architecture” Award: •Drywall architecture in the Mediterranean: Taulas, Navetas, Barracas, Muragghi, Pagliari -- Apulia, Sicily, the Balearic Islands, Spain

Sustainability movie illustrates Accsys Technologies’ commitment to sustainable practice Accsys Technologies illustrates the outstanding credentials of Accoya® wood as a leading sustainable building solution in a new illustrated movie, emphasising the company’s commitment to sustainable practice. The short film captures an illustrated account of the wood acetylation process which is achieved using Accsys’ proprietary wood modification technology. It also explains the resultant benefits of Accoya, positioning wood as a suitable alternative to other less-sustainable building materials. Manufactured by Accsys Technologies, Accoya is the most advanced wood product on the market today using proprietary wood acetylation technology to deliver outstanding levels of performance, stability and durability. Exceeding the high-quality and aesthetic attributes of tropical hardwoods, it also boasts excellent environmental credentials by using wood sourced from FSC certified and sustainable forests, while being 100% non-toxic.

TRA Snow and Sun’s new Gutter Bracket for half-round gutters is available in a variety of colors, sizes and quantities to help the contractors who install this European-style gutter. American Fork, UT, July 18, 2013 TRA Snow and Sun owner, Terry Anderson, began his business over 25 years ago using European ideas about roof snow retention, then bringing the time-tested concepts to the United States. Again, Europe has impacted Anderson’s business as his company has designed and now announces the Gutter Bracket to support European style half-round gutters. Standard American gutters are half rectangle, or box shaped. The European style, which is being used more often on American high- end homes and resort areas, is half-round. These half-round gutters require a half-round bracket attachment to mount the gutter to the fascia. Standard box type gutter attachments will not work. During a recent trip, Anderson met many contractors who had to order their Gutter Brackets all the way from Europe. When these snow retention customers complained about the expense of shipping from Europe, the limited colors offered, and the high quantities that were required to buy, Anderson responded with a “can-do” attitude. In a short period of time the first TRA Snow and Sun Gutter Bracket was designed, manufactured and shipped. Terry Anderson’s innovative and thoughtful approach to solving customers’ problems has been a key factor in the success of his company, TRA Snow and Sun, over the years. He and his staff are always willing to design and create products that will do a better job of meeting their customers’ needs, keeping in mind the importance of proper engineering and safety. In the case of the Gutter Bracket, all it took was a contractor telling him about the problem. More products are in the design stage and will be announced soon. TRA Snow and Sun, Inc., located in American Fork, Utah, offers Roof Snow Retention Devices, Solar Racking Systems and Roof Ventilation and Flashing Solutions. They provide all customers, from the individual homeowner to the big developer, free engineered designs for all their systems

Introducing High Performance (HP) Shingle Technology That’s Hard To Miss Atlanta, Ga. - Product innovation continues to be the theme at Atlas Roofing Corp. as they introduce a key addition to their architectural shingle line-up. Their “Built with HP Technology” stamp on Pinnacle Pristine, StormMaster Slate, and StormMaster Shake shingles means several new, uniquely distinguished features that directly benefit roofing contractors. Features that are literally hard to miss. 1.) It Stands Out Oversized dimensions means fewer shingles to install which translates into faster installation and less labor. An increased exposure makes for easier measurement, installation and stunning curb appeal. 2.) It Gives You A Big Target A 1-1/4” wide nailing area gives roofers the best chance of ensuring that both layers of shingles are accurately and securely fastened. We call this area ‘The Sweet Spot’, but contractors just call it ‘sweet’. In addition, the Sweet Spot gives you twice the HP Technology by including two FASTAC® sealant lines that adhere quickly and ensure a strong, long-lasting seal. 3.) Fewer Chances To Miss HP Technology even provides shingles with a 130 MPH rated high wind warranty while still following a standard four-nail application. That’s a third less nails required for every roof! Atlas developed HP Technology with the roofing contractor in mind. HP Technology saves the contractor time, labor, materials, and money through increased performance—without sacrificing quality. Atlas believes HP Technology is the future of residential shingles. So much so that they’re setting a new standard by featuring it in their entire line of architectural shingles.

Delta® showers and ADA-compliant accessories offer style and function that blend seamlessly into any decor INDIANAPOLIS, July 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Close to 90 percent of Americans wish to remain in their homes as they age, according to research conducted by AARP[1]. And, with the youngest Baby Boomers approaching their 50s, the need for universally designed products is increasing. Delta Faucet offers a wide range of bath products that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to enhance safety without compromising style. Some of the diverse universal design solutions from Delta Faucet include: • Available this fall, a new line of Delta ® bath accessories from will make it even easier to blend function and style in the bath. The Decor Assist™ collection of towel bars, pivoting tissue roll holders and corner shelves meet ADA load requirements when properly installed and are designed to blend in seamlessly through their varying styles and finishes. • For adults who may need extra support standing, sitting or moving about their space, Delta Faucet also introduces a new line of ADA-compliant Decorative Grab Bars that are offered in four sizes and styles, including specialty finishes such as Polished Nickel. These bars are offered in lengths of 12- 18-, 24- and 36-inches and are available in traditional, transitional, contemporary round and angular modern design styles. • Another option, Delta® two-in-one In2ition® showers with H2Okinetic® technology are an attractive and easy-to-install shower solution that features an integrated shower head and handheld shower in one. When disengaged from the base of the shower head, the hand shower offers users extra flexibility to rinse and wash, while the shower head still affords the all over warmth of a continuous water spray from above. A pause setting allows users to reduce the water flow to a trickle for instances where a full water flow may not be desired. Available in a variety of finish options and styles to suit any decor, installing In2ition showers is a simple way to update the shower to make it stylish and functional for the whole family.

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dow Corning has used SageGlass® tintable glazings in its extension of the Solar Energy Exploration and Development (SEED) centre, a state-of-the-art research and development facility in Seneffe, Belgium. This will provide a dynamic and comfortable sustainable glazing solution and help achieve the highest energy efficiency standards, says Mr. Francis Sputael, project manager of the SEED’s extension. The SEED centre, designed by architect Patrick de Grave from EARCH Engineering and design office, showcases Dow Corning silicones solutions for green buildings, sustainable design and green technologies, and must therefore promote insulating and sustainable architecture while providing an energy-efficient and comfortable working space for occupants. Located on a bridge between two newly-constructed buildings – the Solar Application Centre and the Innovation Technology Centre – the complex required an aesthetically-pleasing transparent glazing solution to control solar light, heat gain and glare. SageGlass is electronically tintable dynamic glass that maximizes daylight and outdoor views in the building while controlling glare and heat gain without using internal or external shading. The glass can darken or clear manually or automatically to save energy and help keep building occupants continuously comfortable throughout the day. SageGlass was installed into the SEED centre as structural glazing using Dow Corning silicones. The windows are managed by the SageGlass control system in two automatic switching zones. Depending on the solar exposure of the façade, which is monitored by light sensors, the glass darkens or clears to take full advantage of daylight and prevent solar heat gain. Thanks to a presence detector and light level sensors, artificial lights are switched on and off automatically to maximize energy efficiency. Installing SageGlass also enabled the SEED centre to make the most of the entire meeting room without the challenge of internal shading solutions taking up valuable space.

Kolbe® has received a Product Innovation Award (PIA) from Architectural Products Magazine for its Ultra Series Folding Windows. The PIA recognizes products, materials and systems innovations that lead commercial and institutional design to new heights. Products and systems are evaluated by a panel of 50 independent industry professionals. Manufacturers are awarded based on attributes, qualities, functionality and/or performance beyond industry standards. Kolbe's innovative folding windows were designed in response to desires for expansive openings that can serve as pass-through openings. These highly customizable, made-to-order units are available with openings as large as 52 feet, yet operate smoothly. They are available with four basic operation types in a wide variety of configurations. Options include various stile & rail widths, glass types, as well as interior and exterior colors and finish options. Kolbe® was featured in the November 2012 issue of Architectural Products Magazine. Ultra Series Folding Window Highlights: • Massive sizes – openings up to 52-feet wide • Up to 8 panels per side • Four basic operation types: 1. Panels being folded all to one side 2. Split & then folded on either side of the opening 3. Floating configuration, allows panels to be put on either side of the opening 4. Access panel configuration to allow easy access; a swing sash panel will be hinged off of one of the sides of the frame or another panel, depending on the configuration chosen • Configurations can be reversed • Pleated, folding screens available • Available as Ultra Series units with wood on the interior and extruded aluminum cladding on the exterior* • A wide array of options including energy efficient triple pane glass, interior finish options, and over 30 exterior finish options including anodized finish

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LP Building Products has announced the launch of its new LP® SolidGuard™ LSL, adding protection against termite damage and fungal decay to its LSL product. As the industry embraces wood framing in taller multifamily structures, this new product provides a treated sill plate solution to help eliminate shrinkage. Using LSL wall plates and sill plates can help eliminate plate shrinkage. “The moisture levels of our product are carefully controlled throughout the manufacturing process, giving all LP SolidGuard and SolidStart LSL products a 7 to 10 percent moisture content, similar to the moisture equilibrium inside the building, meaning that there’s no moisture level to which our product has to dry down.” LP SolidGuard LSL is treated with zinc borate for fungal decay and termite resistance. LP SolidGuard LSL framing materials are intended for use in aboveground protected applications such as sill plates, columns, rim board and studs. The product is not intended for ground contact or continuous exposure to weather, nor can it be substituted for treated studs in a permanent wood foundation. The zinc borate is blended into the LSL, eliminating the need for field treatment of cut ends. The product requires no special handling or disposal as borate is a naturally occurring mineral that is odorless and colorless in wood. LP SolidGuard LSL is available in longer lengths than traditional lumber, and its manufacturing process provides a uniform cure and even density gradient across the thickness of the product, adding to its strength and making it more resistant to warping, shrinking and twisting.

KOHLER, Wis. – July 11, 2013 – One of Kohler’s most popular lavatory faucets in Europe, China and India now makes its long-awaited debut during the month of its namesake in the U.S. market. Popular for its sleek design and budget-friendly price, the KOHLER July lavatory faucet collection touts ease of use with its single-handle lever control. In keeping with Kohler’s commitment to a singular level of quality across all price points, the July faucet collection is constructed from premium materials, including ceramic disc valves and an all-metal body with a long-lasting finish—all backed by Kohler’s lifetime limited warranty. July also features pre-attached supply lines, which helps cut down on installation time. And when you’re installing a large quantity, such as in a hospitality project, saving time means saving money. The July faucet collection includes the following; MSRP listed below: • Single-control lavatory faucet (with or without escutcheon): $155 – $231 • Rite-Temp bath/shower trim: $123.70 - $179.40 • Rite-Temp bath/shower trim without showerhead: $95.50 – $133.70 • Rite-Temp shower trim: $102.90 – $149.30 • Rite-Temp shower trim without showerhead: $74.70 – $104.60 • Rite-Temp valve trim: $61.30 – $85.80

The neighborhood library of the future will, undoubtedly, be a facility that is quite different from today’s library. Ebooks, the internet, future technology will all have an effect on the physical form that the library takes. Will there be hard copy books available to lend or just ebooks? Does the neighborhood library even have a place in the neighborhood if there are fewer hard copy books available? Will the facility be smaller due to the elimination of stacks of books and, if so, what functions will take the place of the stacks. The roles libraries play in the life of a neighborhood will evolve over time to provide a new and altered service to the public. What will those services be and into what physical form will the library morph to serve the community? the competition, phase 1: a program for designing a neighborhood library of the future. The competition, phase 2: design of a neighborhood library of the future using the winning program from phase 1. All entrants may enter either or both of the competition phases. The winner of phase 1 will automatically be entered in the phase 2 design competition, at no additional entry cost for phase 2. Everyone wins: Phase 1: the phase 1 competition will have a $500 prize for first place and a $200 prize for second place. In addition to the prizes, all entrants who are qualified may receive IDP core hour credits in project programming. Judging for the phase 1 winning program will take place on October 3, 2013. The winning program will then be forwarded to each phase 2 entrant for use in the design competition. Phase 2: the phase 2 competition will have a $1,000 prize for first place and a $500 prize for second place. In addition to the prizes, all entrants who are qualified may receive IDP core hour credits as noted below. Who is eligible: the competition is open to all ncarb/idp participants. The project submissions can be from individuals or teams. Credit for IDP Hours is available to all participants working with a mentor and each participant will be responsible for self-reporting hours as detailed in the IDP guidelines. There is a maximum of 400 hours available to participants. The phase 1 hours available will be a maximum of 100 hours. The remaining hours will be available to the phase 2 entrants as outlined below. Upon submission of the required competition documents, each individual will submit the NCARB form “design competition verification form” detailing the number of hours in each of the appropriate categories for which the entrant is claiming credit. When: phase 1, programming: competition submissions are due October 1, 2013. The jury will announce the winning submissions October 7, 2013; Phase 2, design: competition submissions are due December 11, 2013 The jury will announce the winning submissions Tuesday, January 7, 2014. How to enter phase 1: please fill in the application form below and send it to the aia/sfv office along with your application fee of: 1. Associate aia members and students: $50.00 for each individual; 2. Non-aia member: $75.00 for each individual Please note: teams will pay the individual fee for each member of the team.

The city of Emmen has announced that investment corporation Senn BPM AG together with MVRDV are the winners of the Feldbreite competition for a housing block with 95 homes of 16 different types. The urban hybrid development combines characteristics of city dwelling – central location, privacy, underground parking – with the characteristics of suburban life: gardens, multilevel living and a neighbourhood community. Construction is envisioned to start in 2015. Instead of the housing block asked for by the brief, MVRDV created a mixed urban block with small apartment buildings at the corners, townhouses along the streets and garden and patio houses inside the block. The 16 different housing types, which vary in size from 30 to 130 m2 and from one to four floors, will naturally attract a mixed group of inhabitants, an important factor in creating a vivid urban environment. The project consists of 9000 m2 of housing, 2034 m2 services and 2925 m2 underground parking. Each house or apartment will have its own façade colour, emphasizing its individual ownership. A pastel range of colour was chosen based on the specific colours traditionally found in historic Swiss town centres in the Lucerne area, such as Beromünster. An important aspect of the project is the high quality of construction in combination with relatively low prices. Clients will be able to buy a more or less finished house – comparable to the basic model of a new car – with options leading up to almost full fit and finish possible. Home owners with little money can therefore delay investment, or do the work themselves, and still live in a high quality, new build home. The exterior of the block is a varied urban street front whilst the interior offers the quality of a green and intimate village. The interior of the block is divided into both private and public spaces, with dividing walls used to hang tables or benches and parts of the walls which can be rotated and used for table tennis. A cohesive landscaping plan foresees a wide variety of fruit trees in the courtyard, in both the private and public areas. The garden and patio houses in the centre of the courtyard have their own entrance doors at the outer perimeter of the block. The roofs will be used for additional outdoor space. MVRDV won the developer’s competition together with development corporation Senn BPM AG, Fontana Landscape architects and Wüest & Partner real estate consulting.

Adapted from "The Little Book of Waterstop" When most engineers or contractors think of a “waterstop” what they’re generally referring to is a 50-foot long section of a flexible, water-proof material (usually plastic or rubber), six to nine inches wide, and installed along the concrete joint in between the formwork. This waterstop is more accurately defined as a hydrophobic waterstop: A waterstop designed to prevent the passage of fluids by repelling them along and away from the waterstop product, and creating an internal dam at and along the concrete joint. Hydrophobicity is the amount of water repulsion of the surface of the waterstop, and can actually be measured: Place a drop of water on the flat side of the waterstop to be tested and measure the relief angle of the water drop. The sharper the angle the more hydrophobic the waterstop material is. An angle 90 degrees or greater makes the waterstop truly hydrophobic and this product will actively move fluids along the joint and away from the source. A waterstop that will perform well must have adequate strength and extensibility to avoid be torn or ruptured by joint movement. The best waterstop products are able to maintain these properties (high tensile strength, good elongation [ASTM D-412]) when exposed to the installed environment for the service life of the structure. Exposure conditions which could affect a waterstop’s service life are: • Temperature • UV exposure • Ozone exposure • Chemical attack Because hydrophobic waterstops act as dams at the concrete joint, a general rule of thumb is the greater the size of a waterstop (waterstop size is actually it’s width, e.g. 4”, 6”, 9”, etc.), the greater the head pressure the waterstop will resist. A small 4” waterstop is more than suitable for a containment wall surrounding a tank farm, or even a swimming pool in a back yard, but would be completely inappropriate for the foot of a large dam. Giant concrete structures such as dams or locks will require 9” wide waterstops or greater. It’s not just width (size) that effects waterstop performance, thickness also plays an important role. Just like conventional dams, the thicker waterstops are able to resist higher head pressures of water (or other aqueous fluids). Because proper installation plays such a critical part in the effectiveness of a given waterstop system, the very best waterstops are those that can be fused and fabricated easily. For this reason, the majority of today’s design engineers specify and require thermoplastic waterstops (such as PVC or TPV), and not the earlier thermoset varieties (neoprene, SBR, natural rubber). Thermoplastic materials have the ability to be easily field fabricated for simple change of directions and the joining of straight lengths; whereas, the earlier thermoset rubber materials generally were ineffectively glued and clamped together causing a severe weakness in the waterstop diaphragm and leaking. A waterstop’s cross-sectional area is called its profile, and there are lots of profiles to choose from, but really they all share the same basic anatomy (which is illustrated in the next section): a series of fins or bulbs to provide interlock with the concrete, the body or web to provide the necessary rigidity and product width, and possibly a hollow cavity or bulb to enable the waterstop with additional movement properties. By far, the largest difference between various waterstops on the market today are the polymers they are constructed of, and the services offered by various manufacturer’s. This book will cover modern polymers at length, but it is up to the individual designer to find a manufacturer that offers the desired set of services and support for their project. These after-sale services and support are truly what separates a great manufactured waterstop from a poor one and I will leave this one important consideration to the reader. Just remember, “Choose wisely.” A waterstop is permanently installed in concrete (much like rebar) and there really are no second chances to get it right.

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pennsylvania’s Grove City College is using dynamic glass from SAGE as its showpiece feature in a new sustainably-designed building for science, engineering and mathematics education, known as STEM Hall. Electronically tintable SageGlass® is installed in an east-facing two-story atrium to minimize the effects of the bright morning sun while enabling students and faculty to gain the benefits of natural daylight and an outdoor view. Preserving the outdoor view was a significant design objective for the college. SageGlass enables students and faculty to maintain a connection to the beautiful campus grounds designed by the “Father of American landscape architecture,” Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed New York’s Central Park. SageGlass is electronically tintable dynamic glass that maximizes daylight and outdoor views in buildings while controlling glare and heat gain. The glass can darken or clear manually or automatically to save energy and help keep building occupants continuously comfortable throughout the day. The 60,000-square-foot building was designed by Philadelphia-based architecture firm Ballinger to achieve the energy-efficiency of a LEED® Silver certified building. In addition to SageGlass, the building incorporates green building features such as a chilled beam HVAC system and low-flow fume hoods for the laboratories.

Nearly Half A Million Voted For Their Favorite Community And Rallied Via Social Media For Support MONTVALE, N.J., July 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- With nearly half a million votes and an incredible outpouring of stories, viral videos and passionate pleas on paintwhatmatters.com and paintwhatmatters.ca — 20 communities across the U.S. and Canada have been selected for 2013 Main Street Matters to receive revitalizations by Benjamin Moore. From Sandy-stricken Sea Bright, NJ to the colorful Texarkana, USA to the historic Penticton, BC the 2013 towns will receive a revitalization package including exterior painting of downtown businesses along a 2-to-3-block stretch in each location. Throughout the six-week voting period, more than 130 communities rallied on paintwhatmatters.com and paintwhatmatters.ca to encourage excitement and votes in hopes of garnering a 2013 selection. Support for Main Street Matters didn't stop there – officials, citizens and business owners from Joplin, MO to Hilo, HI used YouTube , Facebook , Twitter , and Pinterest to creatively encourage votes. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage and the town of Ellicott City, MD each took to video with a comedic approach, appealing to Brad Pitt as a follow up to his voiceover for the Main Street Matters advertising campaign , while actor Mark Ruffalo rallied his followers on Twitter. The 2013 Main Street Matters selected towns include: • Attleboro, Massachusetts • Ellicott City, Maryland • Flint, Michigan • Greeley, Colorado • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Hawley, Pennsylvania • Hilo, Hawaii • Joplin, Missouri • Macon, Georgia • Martinez, California • Nyack, New York • Penticton, British Columbia • Placerville, California • Sanford, North Carolina • Sea Bright, New Jersey • Sheboygan, Wisconsin • Stouffville, Ontario • Texarkana, USA • Westerly, Rhode Island • Xenia, Ohio The projects are due to begin this summer and continue through early 2014, and will be undertaken with the help of multiple partner organizations including Benjamin Moore's longtime partner Make It Right, its network of independent dealers, plus local municipalities, small businesses and local Chambers of Commerce. Benjamin Moore will provide all necessary paint, stain and supplies for facades, porches, railings, shutters and other exterior building trims. The areas to be painted will be determined jointly with town representatives and residents, and Benjamin Moore color experts will consult on color choices.

Kolbe's multi-slide doors are designed to upgrade standard patio door openings. They not only provide attractive aesthetics, but also ease of operation and superior quality. Multiple configuration options – including stacking and pocketing units — offer exceptional flexibility. Configurations can be operated one-way or in bi-parting directions. Many glass options, finish options, and wood species make the possibilities nearly endless — contact your local Kolbe dealer or visit our website to learn more about what multi-slide doors have to offer. Jamb Covers The multi-slide door features an extruded aluminum filler, color matched to the exterior, to cover the head track and side jambs. Aligned Stiles Illustrating Kolbe's commitment to the finest details, the stiles of multi-slide door panels align perfectly when panels are closed, offering the maximum view.

Effortless Operation, Open View With Kolbe's retractable screen for Ultra Series crank-out casements & awnings, window screens no longer have to obscure your view. You choose when you want to use the screen; the rest of the time it is hidden away from sight. Plus, operation is practically effortless. Beautiful • Wood components match the unit's interior, disguise the screen hardware and reveal only the beauty of the window and view beyond • Wood components are available are available in a variety of wood species to match the unit and can be factory-finished or finished on the job site Functional • Simply slide the "pull bar" down to the sill to engage the screen • A gentle press on the "pull bar" causes the screen to retract up • GreenGuard® Certified BetterVue® fiberglass screen mesh is less obtrusive to the view than many screens Flexible • The screen can be factory-applied or as a kit for job site installation • The kit can be installed on existing, previously-installed windows* The retractable screen is available for Ultra Series crank-out casements & awnings, crank-out EP casements & awnings, and crank-out XL awnings. *Limitations and size restrictions apply. Please contact your local Kolbe dealer to learn more about retractable screens for crank-out casements & awnings.

Naperville-based Opal Enterprises has announced new window options from Andersen Windows. The new product guide offers many more options for windows and window replacement in Naperville. NAPERVILLE, Ill., July 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Naperville window replacement company, Opal Enterprises, has new window options to share with their clients thanks to Andersen Windows. The window manufacturer has released its 2013-2014 Product Guide Book, which includes several additions and changes to their product offerings. One of the new products from Andersen is a folding outswing patio door that comes in sizes up to 48 feet wide, allowing homeowners to create an entire wall of light and then open the doors to gain access to the outdoors. Other additions include: • A new color, Dark Bronze, for the 400 and 200 series window lines • A change to the standard locking hardware for the 400 Series Tilt-Wash Double-Hung Windows • Narroline®Window Conversion Kits designed to retrofit existing Narroline® windows into easy-to-clean tilt-wash double-hung windows Opal Enterprises specializes in window replacement in Naperville and throughout Chicagoland and expects to make use of the new offerings from Andersen. The company has an Andersen Windows showroom in Naperville that is open to the public.

The Ultra Series tilt-turn is a versatile window that combines American flush-to-frame design with European functionality. With the simple turn of a handle, this dual-action product can: • Operate like a hopper window by tilting in with the opening at the top for ventilation • Operate like an inswing casement for greater ventilation, access, and easy cleaning Ultra Series tilt-turn windows have three layers of weatherstripping for optimal performance and a tight seal in even the most extreme climates. As standard, the aluminum exterior jamb is 4-9/16", however options are available. Flexible Operation A variety of functional options are available to customize the unit operation to specific needs: • Tilt-before-turn as standard • Turn-before-tilt • Turn-only (inswing) • Tilt-only • Hopper (inswing with opening at the top) Hardware Options Tilt-turns feature modern, streamlined handles in these colors: • Rustic Umber (standard) • White (option) • Black (option, shown) Handles are centered vertically on the sash stiles as standard. However, custom placement may be requested for design flexibility or operational convenience. Note that on the "hopper unit" shown above, the handle is below-center to align with the handles on either side. As standard, tilt-turn windows do not lock. Keyed handles are available, however. Additionally, for tilt-first windows, there is a tilt-only option which allows the unit to be "locked" so it is restriced to tilt operation. It must be "unlocked" to restore its turn functionality. Matching Units Stationary transom, picture, and direct sets units are available to match venting tilt-turns.

The Little Book of Waterstop The ultimate engineering and contracting reference manual concerning waterstops — iPad Edition is FREE Concrete is everywhere: Buildings, fountains, parking decks, locks and dams, roads and bridges, and myriad other constructions. Because of its long lifespan, high workability, and near-worldwide availability, concrete is the preferred building material for large structures, especially those subject to hydraulic pressure. Not all concrete structures require protection from the ingress of water or other fluids, but those that do require a properly installed waterstop in and along their concrete joints. The concrete joint is the most likely point of leakage and waterstops are uniquely designed to prevent this. The sole purpose of this book is to educate the reader on all the construction and engineering facets of waterstops.