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Bradford Products, LLC
Bradford+Products%2C+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
Sustainability and Stainless Steel in Elevated Pools, Spas and Thermal Rooms Thumbnail 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.
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Essroc
Essroc+ ESSROC Cement produces Portland cement, masonry cement, mortar cement and Portland-lime blended cements. Brands include Saylor’s, VELVET, BRIXMENT, BRICK LOK, flamingo-BRIXMENT Colored Cements, and Saylor’s P.L.U.S.
 
An Overview of Masonry Mortars
An Overview of Masonry Mortars Thumbnail Provides an overview of the performance and specification considerations related to the different types of mortar used for masonry construction, including portland/lime mixes, mortar cement and masonry cement.
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Concrete That Cleans Itself and the Environment
Concrete That Cleans Itself and the Environment Thumbnail Provides an overview of photocatalytic technology in concrete and the benefits this technology offers in accelerating the self-cleaning and pollution abatement properties of concrete, while maintaining the same mechanical and physical properties of traditional concrete. Current environmental issues, factors that influence building performance, and field test and case studies are presented.
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Inter Dyne Systems, Inc.
Inter+Dyne+Systems%2C+Inc. Inter Dyne Systems, Inc. produces stainless steel laboratory pegboards, laboratory glassware drying racks, narcotic security storage cabinets, stainless steel countertops and shelving, and pegboard systems for the research laboratory and health care industries that are uniquely designed and user friendly.
 
Flexibility in Design With Lab Storage Components
Flexibility in Design With Lab Storage Components Thumbnail Provides an overview of laboratory design principles and trends, laboratory pegboards and glassware drying racks, narcotic security storage cabinets, stainless steel countertops, and stainless steel shelving systems for the research laboratory and health care industry.
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Krieger Specialty Products
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
Understanding Special Purpose Doors & Windows Thumbnail 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.
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Metl-Span
Metl-Span+ Metl-Span is a recognized leader in the advancement of insulated metal panel technology, serving the Architectural, Commercial, Industrial and Cold Storage industries with energy efficient and cost effective insulated metal wall and roof panels.
 
Insulated Metal Wall and Roof Panels for Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
Insulated Metal Wall and Roof Panels for Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Thumbnail 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.
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Aercon Florida, LLC
Aercon+Florida%2C+LLC The principal business of AERCON Florida is to manufacture Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) building products. AAC is a masonry product manufactured through a process that combines sand, cement, lime and water. These products are made in various sizes of panel or block and used in the construction of wall, floor and roof systems.
 
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete: New Applications
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete: New Applications Thumbnail Provides an overview of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) with a discussion on the raw materials and production process, and a focus on the beneficial properties of the wide range of AAC products available today for use in a variety of commercial and residential projects.
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DuctSox Corp.
DuctSox+Corp. DuctSox Corporation is a manufacturer of textile air dispersion products for open and finished ceiling architecture, critical environments, and underfloor applications.
 
Fabric Ductwork: The Metal Alternative
Fabric Ductwork: The Metal Alternative Thumbnail Provides an overview of fabric ductwork and the sustainable advantages it has over metal ductwork. It provides a comprehensive look at the design process for traditional fabric ductwork and includes discussions on shape and suspension/fabric retention, layout and fittings, air dispersion, fabric, and other options.
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Lavi Industries
Lavi+Industries Lavi Industries is a supplier and manufacturer of quality and innovative architectural metals for: Hospitality, Public Guidance, Railing Systems, Tubing and Extrusions, Kitchen and Closet Hardware.
 
Selecting & Specifying a Railing System for Your Building Project
Selecting & Specifying a Railing System for Your Building Project Thumbnail Provides an overview of the important factors that need to be considered when selecting and specifying a railing system for a commercial or residential building project.
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Hill-Rom Services, Inc.
Hill-Rom+Services%2C+Inc. Provides clinical care products such as beds, therapy surfaces, room furniture, modular wall systems.
 
An Introduction to Acuity Adaptability
An Introduction to Acuity Adaptability Thumbnail Provides an introductory overview of concepts relevant to hospital design that are presently part of ongoing conversations on acuity adaptability. Keeping the human element, technology and flexibility in mind, arguments for designing with acuity adaptability and those against it are presented.
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Wayne-Dalton
Wayne-Dalton+ Wayne-Dalton offers a complete line of Commercial Door Systems for virtually any application of industrial and commercial buildings throughout the world. Because the company has always maintained a staunch commitment to developing innovative new products, Wayne-Dalton Corp. is now a world leader in the garage door industry.
 
Commercial Rolling Service Doors
Commercial Rolling Service Doors Thumbnail Provides an overview of the rolling commercial service door, fire door and rolling grilles and shutters covering the operation, parts, fire code requirements and wind load information.
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AEC Daily 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:
 Benjamin Moore & Co. | Lehigh White Cement Company | FF Systems, Inc. | 3M Company | Ascension | Epro Waterproofing Systems | Wine Cellar Innovations | Stepstone, Inc. | Georgia-Pacific Gypsum  | Follett | Subscription Info 

Benjamin Moore & Co.
Benjamin+Moore+%26%23x26%3B+Co. Benjamin Moore & Co. continues to develop and produce new paint products, such as EcoSpec, a solvent-free, low odor, low VOC, water-thinnable coating system that utilizes our own advanced materials technology.
 
Paint 201: Practical Solutions and Problem-Solving Techniques
Paint 201: Practical Solutions and Problem-Solving Techniques Thumbnail Provides an overview of the classification of paints, advantages and disadvantages of latex versus alkyd coatings, surface preparation and priming techniques, and causes and solutions for common paint problems.
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Lehigh White Cement Company
Lehigh+White+Cement+Company Lehigh White Cement Company produces, imports and markets white cement in the United States and Canada. Lehigh White Cement allows architects, engineers and contractors the freedom to choose from an unlimited range of colors, textures, shapes, sizes and patterns to accommodate a multitude of applications.
 
Reflective Concrete Floors: Durable & Sustainable
Reflective Concrete Floors: Durable & Sustainable Thumbnail Provides an overview of the environmental impacts of building with concrete along with a discussion of the features of reflective and decorative concrete floors and their role in a sustainable building strategy. As well, we present a review of the best practices and specification considerations that are required to facilitate a successful concrete floor installation.
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FF Systems, Inc.
FF+Systems%2C+Inc. FF Systems, Inc. is a global manufacturer of Access Panels founded in 1991 with production facilities in Fort Myers, Florida, as well as Central and Eastern Europe.
 
Selecting Access Panels
Selecting Access Panels Thumbnail Provides an overview of access panels for walls, ceilings, and floors, with a focus on the functions, types, and options available.
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3M Company
3M+Company 3M is a global innovation company that never stops inventing. Since 3M was founded in 1902, our innovations have improved daily life for hundreds of millions of people all over the world. 3M offers a variety of solutions for the design and construction industry that improve occupant comfort, reduce energy usage, reduce installation time and labor cost, provide creative design options, or better utilize existing building materials.
 
Acrylic Foam Tape for Structural Glazing & Architectural Panel Applications
Acrylic Foam Tape for Structural Glazing & Architectural Panel Applications Thumbnail Provides an overview of the physical properties, performance characteristics and design benefits of using acrylic foam tapes for structural glazing and architectural panel applications.
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Window Films for Safety and Security Applications
Window Films for Safety and Security Applications Thumbnail Provides an overview of safety and security window film and attachment systems and includes discussions on the history of films and film classifications, the functional benefits and applications of window films and attachments systems, as well as relevant testing standards and specifications.
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Ascension
Ascension Ascension is proud to introduce the expanded Ascension Virtuoso Vertical Wheelchair Lift product line, now featuring both portable and permanently-installed lifts. AGM Container Controls, Inc. has led in the design and fabrication of products that control and monitor moisture (desiccators and humidity indicators), pressure and vacuum changes (breather valves) and shock and vibration (tie downs and shock overload indicators).
 
Rethinking Vertical Accessibility
Rethinking Vertical Accessibility Thumbnail Provides an overview of vertical wheelchair lifts, including the features, the code and regulatory requirements, and the benefits of specifying a vertical wheelchair lift solution to both the user and the facility owner.
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Epro Waterproofing Systems
Epro+Waterproofing+Systems Our products include clear, long lasting penetrating waterproofing sealers for use on a variety of surfaces including wood, concrete, stucco, brick, block, tile, and canvas.
 
Protecting Below Grade Building Structures
Protecting Below Grade Building Structures Thumbnail Provides an overview of below grade building structures, the importance of waterproofing, and descriptions of waterproofing systems including Concrete CMU Walls and Lagging/Blindside Walls.
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Wine Cellar Innovations
Wine+Cellar+Innovations Wine Cellar Innovations is the world's foremost designer and manufacturer of custom wine cellars, wine racks, and wine storage solutions. We dedicate our business to providing complete wine room and wine cellar solutions. Multiple facets of the company include specialized services such as climate room construction consultations, design, interior décor, as well as factory direct installation. We also host our own on site engineering, manufacturing, and HVAC refrigeration development.
 
Wine Cellars: Room Construction and Design Considerations
Wine Cellars: Room Construction and Design Considerations Thumbnail Provides an overview of the design and construction requirements for wine storage, including climate control.
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Stepstone, Inc.
Stepstone%2C+Inc. Stepstone Inc. has produced the following high strength, precast concrete products for over 30 years: Classic Wall Cap, various Pavers for ground, deck or roof applications and Classic Steptreads.
 
Precast Concrete Stair Treads and Landings
Precast Concrete Stair Treads and Landings Thumbnail 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.
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Georgia-Pacific Gypsum
Georgia-Pacific+Gypsum+ Moisture forgiveness is a building science concept generated by the demand for increased energy efficiency in the built environment. As buildings become increasingly tighter, they also can become more susceptible to moisture damage which can compromise the performance and durability of the building. Building owners, architects, and contractors must employ an integrated project delivery strategy to manage moisture effectively. Georgia-Pacific fiberglass mat gypsum products provide the moisture forgiveness that protects the performance of the structure and the inhabitants within.
 
Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Glass-Mat Gypsum Shaftliner Panels
Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Glass-Mat Gypsum Shaftliner Panels Thumbnail Provides an overview of the advantages of using glass mat shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies in multi-story, multi-family housing, and covers the installation procedures and special conditions.
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Specifying Levels of Finish for Gypsum Wallboard
Specifying Levels of Finish for Gypsum Wallboard Thumbnail Provides an overview of gypsum wallboard manufacturing, a review of the Gypsum Association's recommended levels of finish and examples of writing specification of levels of finish.
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Follett
Follett Since 1948 Follett Corporation has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the foodservice and healthcare industries.
 
The Workplace Break Room & Ice & Water Dispensers
The Workplace Break Room & Ice & Water Dispensers Thumbnail Provides an overview of the importance of the workplace break room and how ice can play a crucial role in an enhanced refreshment service. Also addressed are the different types of ice available, the equipment that produces and stores ice and the Architect/Designer’s role in specifying the equipment, taking into account key consideration factors.
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AEC Daily 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:
 CHUTES International | SnoBlox - SnoJax | The Brick Industry Association | Benjamin Moore & Co. | Overhead Door Corporation | ArmorCore by Waco Composites | Hycrete, Inc. | W. R. MEADOWS, INC. | The Fortress Company | Royal Building Products | Subscription Info 

CHUTES International
CHUTES+International CHUTES International manufactures, sells, installs and services permanent internal trash, linen and recycling chutes. We not only manufacture, but sell direct and install as well; so we know real world application and have ‘hands on’ experience. Ours is the ONLY chute available that comes standard with all 100% stainless steel constructed doors: front & back panel and side skirt.
 
Trash, Recycling, & Linen Chutes: Components and Installation
Trash, Recycling, & Linen Chutes: Components and Installation Thumbnail Provides an overview of trash, recycling, and linen chutes and includes discussions on system components, accessory components, compactors and sorters, and meeting NFPA 82 codes. The program also guides you through a typical installation of a chute system.
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SnoBlox - SnoJax
SnoBlox+-+SnoJax Manufacturers of Clear Polycarbonate Snow Guards.
 
Modern Snow Retention Products & Installation Methods
Modern Snow Retention Products & Installation Methods Thumbnail Provides an overview of snow retention systems, including components of both pad and bar types, features, installation, and layout.
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The Brick Industry Association
The+Brick+Industry+Association The Brick Industry Association (BIA) is the national trade association representing distributors and manufacturers of clay brick and suppliers of related products and services. Since its founding in 1934, the association has been the nationally recognized authority on clay brick construction and represents the industry in all model building code forums and national standards committees.
 
Brick Masonry Rain Screen Walls
Brick Masonry Rain Screen Walls Thumbnail Provides an overview of brick masonry rain screen walls, including a discussion of rain screen theory, and a focus on the requirements needed for them to function properly.
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Benjamin Moore & Co.
Benjamin+Moore+%26%23x26%3B+Co. Benjamin Moore & Co. continues to develop and produce new paint products, such as EcoSpec, a solvent-free, low odor, low VOC, water-thinnable coating system that utilizes our own advanced materials technology.
 
Color Foundations
Color Foundations Thumbnail Provides an overview of color basics, including terminology, color perception, the psychology of color, how light affects color, and current styles and color trends.
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Overhead Door Corporation
Overhead+Door+Corporation Overhead Door Corporation pioneered the upward-acting door industry, inventing the first upward-acting door in 1921 and the first electric door opener in 1926. Today, we continue to be the industry leader through the strength of our product innovation, superior craftsmanship and outstanding customer support, underscoring a legacy of quality, expertise and integrity.
 
An Overview of Commercial Rolling Door Products
An Overview of Commercial Rolling Door Products Thumbnail Provides an overview of the features, components, options and applications of various types of commercial rolling door products.
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Upward-Acting Commercial Sectional Door Systems
Upward-Acting Commercial Sectional Door Systems Thumbnail Provides an overview of the feature, benefits, and applications of upward-acting commercial sectional door systems. Selection criteria, and the construction and operation features that are available to enhance door performance are discussed.
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ArmorCore by Waco Composites
ArmorCore+by+Waco+Composites A few decades ago, the introduction of bullet resistant fiberglass transformed how the architectural community could deal with ballistic protection. Waco Composites has become the leader in this industry with its ArmorCore UL Listed product line. ArmorCore is cost effective, ready to ship quickly, installed by everyday contractors, and dependable with the highest protection.
 
Mitigating Ballistic Threat with Fiberglass Composite Panels
Mitigating Ballistic Threat with Fiberglass Composite Panels Thumbnail Provides an overview of bullet-resistant fiberglass composite panels and the need for architectural armoring. The course discusses ballistic material testing and standards, the types of ballistic materials available, and fiberglass composite panel applications and installation considerations.
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Hycrete, Inc.
Hycrete%2C+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
Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions Thumbnail 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.
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W. R. MEADOWS, INC.
W.+R.+MEADOWS%2C+INC. W. R. MEADOWS delivers one of the broadest lines of premium-grade construction products available to architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners to meet a multitude of construction application needs. Our extensive line of high performance, premium-grade construction products has been developed for use in, on, around, and under concrete.
 
Controlling Moisture Movement in Buildings: The Complete Approach
Controlling Moisture Movement in Buildings: The Complete Approach Thumbnail Provides an overview of the necessity and benefits of air, vapor, and moisture barriers in wall assemblies, with a discussion on how moisture makes its way into the building envelope, the negative impact it can have on the structure, and different design options to control air leakage and moisture movement to ensure a high performance building.
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The Fortress Company
The+Fortress+Company The Fortress Company is an innovative building products manufacturer focused on supplying and servicing the growing railing, fence and building product industries in North America. It consists of Fortress Railing Products and Fortress Fence Products divisions as well as an associate company, OZCO Building Products. Based in Texas, The Fortress Company grew from a family of building materials companies with over 40 years of combined experience in building products supply and design, and has established a reputation for quality.
 
Coatings for Steel Railing & Fence Systems
Coatings for Steel Railing & Fence Systems Thumbnail Provides an overview of the different coating technologies available for steel railing and fence systems and how the coating process makes a difference to the life of a project.
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Royal Building Products
Royal+Building+Products Royal Building Products is one of the world's leading manufacturers of premium performance siding and roofing products. Royal's commitment towards state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and facilities has resulted in the most durable solid vinyl siding and roofing products in today's market. Royal's commitment towards quality is demonstrated in its Double Lifetime Coverage and Exclusive Dura Color Protection which represents the best warranty in the business.
 
Architectural Applications of Cellular PVC for Exterior Moldings and Trim
Architectural Applications of Cellular PVC for Exterior Moldings and Trim Thumbnail Provides an overview of cellular PVC for moldings and trim, with a focus on how to install and maintain the material for window surrounds.
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Multi-Layer Decking: Using Cellular PVC Technology to Replicate Exotic Hardwood
Multi-Layer Decking: Using Cellular PVC Technology to Replicate Exotic Hardwood Thumbnail Provides an overview of the performance characteristics and benefits of using multi-layer, cellular PVC decking—a durable decking material that replicates the unique beauty of exotic hardwood.
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Superior Performing Water-Based PVDF Coatings on Cellular PVC Cladding
Superior Performing Water-Based PVDF Coatings on Cellular PVC Cladding Thumbnail Provides an overview of the benefits cellular PVC as a cladding material and focuses on water-based PVDF coatings, how they work, and how their performance characteristics contribute to their durability.
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