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AEC Daily offers the following Online Continuing Education courses at our Online Learning Center. These courses are available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and are registered with AIA, GBCI and many more organizations.
DUXTON Windows & Doors
DUXTON Windows & Doors has chosen to focus on the manufacture of pultruded fiberglass windows and doors. DUXTON has combined an expertise in high performance glass and high performance window frames to create some of the most leading edge window systems in the world. Experienced staff have combined window knowledge and design interest to create unique window solutions for a wide range of building projects, new and retrofit.

For more information on DUXTON Windows & Doors visit www.duxtonwindows.com.
High-Performance Fiberglass Windows and Doors


1 Hour Program
Provides an overview of the characteristics, benefits, and green credentials of pultruded fiberglass products, including the high-performance glazing options that are available. As well, a review of the unique capabilities of fiberglass window systems is presented through a variety of commercial and residential project reviews.

Ecoglo Inc.
Ecoglo Inc. is a manufacturer based in Buffalo, New York that specializes in life safety products for commercial, institutional, industrial and residential buildings in the United States. Applications include theater aisle lighting, arena stair lighting and auditorium stair lighting where the lights are dimmed low for concerts or other performances.

For more information on Ecoglo Inc. visit www.us.ecoglo.com.
Enhancing Way-finding Visibility With Photoluminescent Products


1 Hour Program
Provides an overview of the characteristics, testing, and applications of photoluminescent products as well as a discussion on the safety and environmental benefits of specifying PL way-finding systems.

CityScapes
CityScapes International, a leader in providing innovative architectural building products, manufactures Envisor, a pre-engineered screening system that requires no rooftop penetrations. Envisor aesthetically conceals unsightly rooftop mechanical equipment, while complying with local zoning requirements. The components are modular by design to allow for easy field installation, as each screen system ships as a knock-down assembly.

For more information on CityScapes visit www.cityscapesinc.com.
Unit Attached Rooftop Equipment Screens


1 Hour Program
Provides an overview of different types of rooftop HVAC equipment enclosures including a discussion of the different installation techniques and comparative characteristics of traditional roof-mounted screening methods verses unit-attached screening methods.

SAGE Electrochromics, Inc.
SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of electronically tintable glass that can be tinted or cleared to optimize daylight and improve the human experience in buildings. SageGlass® enables you to control the sunlight and heat that enter a building, without shades or blinds, significantly reducing energy consumption while improving people’s comfort and well-being. SageGlass offers this superior performance at a cost comparable to conventional sun control solutions.

For more information on SAGE visit www.sageglass.com.
Daylighting with Electrochromics


1 Hour Program
Provides a brief review of daylighting principles and looks at windows systems to support daylight and more closely electrochromic windows.

Stepstone, Inc.
For over 40 years Stepstone, Inc. has delivered architectural clients distinctive, handmade precast concrete products. Whether your project includes hardscape elements, stairway systems, wall veneers and caps or roof paving, Stepstone, Inc. manufactures products to meet your needs.

For more information on Stepstone visit www.stepstoneinc.com.
Precast Concrete Stair Treads and Landings


1 Hour Program
Provides an overview of how to detail and specify precast concrete stair treads and landings, as well as the building code, design, and construction requirements which must be addressed.