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Building Knowledge and Connections 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, IDCEC and many more organizations. Inside this Edition:
 Metl-Span  | Ortal USA | Element Designs | Superior Aluminum Products | Hycrete, Inc. | St. Cloud Window, Inc. | Subscription Info 

Metl-Span
	Metl-Span is a leader in the manufacturing of insulated metal panels for commercial, industrial and cold storage buildings.
Insulated Metal Wall and Roof Panels for Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Provides an overview of insulated metal wall and roof panels (IMPs) in terms of their material, finish, and construction life cycle; designed with features and benefits to enhance building performance, conserve energy and contribute to the sustainable built environment. Start This Course Now!

Ortal USA
	Ortal, in business since 1986, is well known for its wide selection of modern gas fires, produced with close attention to detail, finishing, heating efficiency and quality. Ortal’s products combine traditional and modern design with the technology innovation that ensures a green product with high efficiency ratings. Our advanced technology produces eye catching fires that are safe, beautiful and economical. Our product sophistication allows installation in more location inside the home.
The Fireplace in Contemporary Design Provides an overview of contemporary fireplace styles, options, venting, and installation, with a focus on cool wall technology and how it allows electronics and other design elements to be safely mounted over a fireplace. Start This Course Now!

Element Designs
	Manufacturer of custom aluminum frame cabinet doors, PARAPAN solid surface doors, LED shelving, illuminated backsplashes and panels, sliding door systems and aluminum frame base systems.
High Gloss and Illuminated Surfaces for Sustainable Designs Provides an overview of aluminum framed panels with solid acrylic, back painted glass, and architectural resin inserts, along with LED illuminated panels and shelving. It describes the materials, their components and options, and their performance and sustainability characteristics. Start This Course Now!

Superior Aluminum Products
	Columns and Railings by Superior Aluminum Products, Inc. are manufactured from the highest quality aluminum alloy by skilled craftsmen to meet the highest standards of workmanship of the industry.
Aluminum Railings: Systems and Designs Provides an overview of aluminum railing systems, their components, features and design options, as well as a review of the IBC 2006 codes related to hand rails and guards. Start This Course Now!

Hycrete, Inc.
	Hycrete products make concrete waterproof, by reducing absorption of water and dissolved salts into the concrete and by forming a protective layer over reinforcing steel.
Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions Provides an overview of the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing and analyzes traditional waterproofing methods as compared to integral methods in terms of durability, risk, cost, and construction timeline. Start This Course Now!

St. Cloud Window, Inc.
	From acoustical applications and historic replication, to wind, rain and impact resistance, St. Cloud Window specializes in challenging, multi-faceted commercial projects. Whether it's just a few windows or a towering highrise, we can bring your vision to life.
Aluminum Windows: Aesthetics and Performance Provides an overview of the aesthetics and performance benefits of aluminum windows and the strategic role they play in the success of new construction and rehabilitation work. Start This Course Now!

 

Building Knowledge and Connections 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, IDCEC and many more organizations. Inside this Edition:
 Kohler Co. | Richards-Wilcox, Inc. | Krieger Specialty Products | Earthcore Industries, LLC / Isokern Fireplaces | Pacific Stair Corporation | Ametco Manufacturing Corporation | Lambton Doors | Subscription Info 

Kohler Co.
	The KOHLER family of businesses extends far beyond the kitchen and bath, to collectively offer the finest in furniture and accessories, cabinetry and tile, engines and generators, as well as resort, recreation, and real estate opportunities.
Sustainable Bath & Kitchen Design Provides an overview of the importance of water conservation, the components of a green building, methods to improve the water and energy efficiency of the average home, as well as discussions on green product selection and related certification programs. Start This Course Now!   Toilet Flushing Technologies for Residential and Commercial Applications Provides an overview of how dramatic changes to sanitary flushing technologies over the past decade have been driven by water conservation initiatives. Discussions pertaining to toilet design, key usage questions and national standards illustrate how quality and performance do not have to be sacrificed in order to save water. Start This Course Now!

Richards-Wilcox, Inc.
	Since 1880, Richards-Wilcox has been the leading manufacturer of hardware and door accessories for slide, swing, and slide-fold doors used in zoos, aquariums, barns, stables, contemporary buildings and historic buildings, too. Commercial, industrial, and residential settings nationwide feature Richards-Wilcox hardware products. Richards-Wilcox also provides custom design services, partnering with architects and designers to create unique door hardware.
Specialty Door Hardware Provides an overview of specialty door hardware with a focus on the specific components that make up this category, including a discussion on applying specialty door hardware to specific projects. Start This Course Now!

Krieger Specialty Products
	For over 75 years, the world's premier buildings have relied on Krieger Specialty Products for custom doors and windows that accentuate interior design while quietly operating as high performance sound barriers, security armor, radio frequency shields and more. Every Krieger door and window is manufactured to the size, style and finish requested.
Understanding Special Purpose Doors & Windows This online course provides an overview of special purpose doors and windows, including acoustical, blast and pressure, bullet-resistant, radio frequency shielding, and special finishes. Start This Course Now!

Earthcore Industries, LLC / Isokern Fireplaces
	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.
Evolution of Clean Burning Technology Provides an overview of the health, environmental, and economic impacts of air pollution from wood burning. The course focuses on: EPA initiatives for reducing residential wood smoke from wood stoves and fireplaces; bioethanol burners; and, factors that affect the performance of fireplaces. Start This Course Now!

Pacific Stair Corporation
	Pacific Stair Corporation, leader in advanced stair system technology, has been located in Salem, Oregon for over twenty years. Pacific Stair develops, manufactures, and provides a stair system that meets or exceeds the current international building code, section 1009, stairways, section 1012 handrails, interstory drift code IBC 1617.3.1, and ASCE 7-02 9.5.2.B.
Pre-Engineered Steel Stair Systems Provides an overview of pre-engineered metal egress stairs including discussions on advantages, types, class, fabricator vs. manufacturer, railings, stair flight and landing construction, connections, and building code requirements. Start This Course Now!

Ametco Manufacturing Corporation
	Ametco manufactures a variety of products that can be utilized by creative designers as functional items to conceal and protect. From our in house manufacturing facility, Ametco can offer you perforated materials from plastics to decorative ornamental materials in all types of metals. Our line of fencing and gates can be manufactured in both high concealing decorative louvers or ultra secure open grilles.
Architectural & Security, Gate & Fencing Systems 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. Start This Course Now!

Lambton Doors
	The mission of Lambton Doors is to develop, manufacture and sell high quality and value added interior wood doors and frames, of standard and ecological types, for the commercial, architectural and institutional markets. These doors and frames meet the various North American building codes, as well as environmental codes when applicable, while respecting the customers’ requirements.
Specifying Wood Doors: Attributes and Sustainability Issues Provides a comprehensive overview of wood doors and includes discussions on materials, faces, fire doors, specialty doors, and specifying the appropriate door to meet current green building standards. Start This Course Now!

 

Building Knowledge and Connections 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, IDCEC and many more organizations. Inside this Edition:
 Bradford Products, LLC | Veronafiere | WoodRight Forest Products | Noble Company | Quanex Building Products Company | Subscription Info 

Bradford Products, LLC
	Bradford Products is a manufacturer of stainless steel aquatic vessels. Whether it is a stainless steel pool, spa, swim spa, hot tub or therapy tank, Bradford Products manufactures only the highest quality stainless steel products. Bradford Products combines the elegance of ceramic tile with the durability of stainless steel to provide the premiere swim spas, pool, hot tubs and therapy tanks on the market.
Sustainability and Stainless Steel in Elevated Pools, Spas and Thermal Rooms Provides an overview of stainless steel pools, spas, and spa experience rooms, with a close look at stainless steel and its performance characteristics, and the aspects of stainless steel pools that make them an environmentally friendly choice. Start This Course Now!

Veronafiere
	Veronafiere is an Italian trade fair company based in Verona that organizes more than 30 trade shows a year, including Marmomacc, the International Exhibition of Stone, Design and Technology.
An Introduction to Sourcing Dimensional Stone: The Example of Verona, Italy as a Materials and Processing Center Provides an overview of dimensional stone and gives an architect the basic criteria for selecting stone materials and fabrication services. Start This Course Now!   Sustainable Design: The Use of Natural Stone in Green Architecture This course will provide you with an introduction to stone, an overview of the principles and drivers in the green/sustainability building movement, and descriptions of how stone makes an appropriate, attractive, and natural material design choice that will contribute to a holistic solution over the life cycle of a project. New case study on Markim Hall added in July 2012. Start This Course Now!

WoodRight Forest Products
	From substantial and striking open-rise butcher block stair treads to long, flowing, character-rich hardwood flooring planks, WoodRight Forest Products offers uniquely beautiful wood that helps you and your projects stand out. An extensive range of custom manufacturing capabilities can utilize a wide variety of native eastern hardwood species to bring your creative visions to life - uniting your bold design with our enduring craftsmanship for exceptional results.
Benefits of Conservation Grade Wood & Responsible Forestry in Central Appalachia Explores the connection between sustainable, locally grown and manufactured natural materials, responsible material selection, and effective forest stewardship in Central Appalachia. Start This Course Now!

Noble Company
	Noble Company produces sheet membranes for waterproofing, crack isolation and sound insulation.
Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations Provides an overview of the key design elements that are required for a successful ceramic tile/stone installation, including a discussion of the importance of properly designed crack isolation, waterproofing, and sound control membranes. Start This Course Now!

Quanex Building Products Company
	Quanex Building Products Company combines high-quality materials with precision craftsmanship to offer customers a broad range of wood products. The two facilities located in Wisconsin focus on wood mouldings and engineered flooring. Available in 25 different wood species and over 300 profiles, Quanex provides lumberyards, distributors, and OEM partners with a wide range of options to create specific aesthetic and functional designs for new construction and renovation projects.
Building Green Interiors With Wood Products Provides an overview of types of interior wood flooring and moulding products and includes discussions on their sustainable attributes, Baltic birch plywood, on-site and factory finishing methods, and green building programs and organizations. Start This Course Now!