The RSIC-SI-FF series is a new full frame spring and rubber isolator. This new series of spring isolators can be attached directly to concrete or used midwire to support a hanger wire or cold rolled channel.

OAKLAND, Calif. – July 13, 2017 – Feeney, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high quality stainless steel and aluminum railing systems, has unveiled a Single Corner Post for its DesignRail® Aluminum Railing System with CableRail infill. The new offering lowers overall material costs by requiring only one post in corners instead of two while also providing a more open feel and view.

"We are always looking for ways to make our products more aesthetically appealing and, and the same time, to offer added value,” said Andrew Penny, vice president of marketing and advertising, Feeney, Inc. “By reducing the number of posts in the frame, our Single Corner Post not only offers a more ‘view friendly’ railing but also reduces installation time and material expenses. We are excited to share this latest innovation.”

Compatible with the DesignRail® Aluminum Railing System, the Single Corner Post by Feeney is specially engineered to withstand cable tension in both directions, and is pre-drilled with horizontal slots that allow cables to easily pass through a 90-degree corner. Feeney’s unique curved lacing needle enables installers to feed the cable through the post quickly, saving time on the job.

The Single Corner Post is offered in standard DesignRail® heights, as well as custom heights, and for base mount, fascia and fascia bracket mount applications. It is available in all of Feeney’s Classic and Express Yourself DesignRail® colors.

The new anti-fracture membrane by Warmup®

The DCM-PRO Floor Heating System from Warmup® combines anti-fracture protection, floor heating and WiFi controls. The innovative system from Warmup® provides high heat outputs for Primary Heating controlled by Warmup’s proprietary MyWarmup app. The system is comprised of a ¼” castellated membrane, the Warmup® DCM-PRO Heating Cable and Warmup® 4iE Thermostat. The full system comes with a 30-year warranty and is currently available in 63 countries. It will be available for purchase in the United States, Canada and Mexico in September 2017.

StarLight solar-powered LED accent lights that are easily-mountable and an energy-saving lighting option for any deck or outdoor living space. StarLight is the first solar-powered light designed specifically for cable railing systems. Housed in a stylish yet sturdy marine-grade stainless steel shell, this new exterior lighting accessory nicely complements the full-line of AGS’ stainless steel decking/stairway cable rail systems offering sleek, long-lasting elegance at an affordable price.

Created as a lighting accessory for a wide-array of exterior settings and both residential/commercial applications. Our StarLight mounts to virtually any wood, composite, or metal surface.

Continuing AGS Stainless’ long history of inventive products, StarLight is made up of pre-drilled, 316-grade brushed stainless steel for durability and ease-of-installation; it also features three light channels and an open bottom for a beautiful down-lighting affect. Furthermore, StarLight can provide up to twelve hours of lighting without electrical wiring – simply one rechargeable AAA NiMH battery is included that gets recharged during daylight hours via the 1.5”x3” slim solar panel. “StarLight is designed to enhance practically any outdoor living spaces, grand entryways, second-story railings – you name it!”

Lastly, since StarLight is a mountable, solar-powered LED accent light – it’s an ideal energy-saving option and lighting solution when an electrical supply is neither wanted nor available.

Global design and BIM software developer acquires long-time reseller Design Software Solutions

Columbia, MD (August 15, 2017)—To best support and grow its rapidly expanding user base, global design and BIM software developer Vectorworks, Inc. is delighted to announce the formation of a new office in the UK.

To facilitate this new corporate office, Vectorworks has acquired Design Software Solutions Limited, a long-time reseller of Vectorworks software. The Vectorworks UK office will build on the support, training and sales infrastructure developed by Design Software Solutions as a launch pad for further development in the region. The new office will be led by Tamsin Slatter and Adrian Slatter, former directors of Design Software Solutions.

“With more than ten years of experience helping users make the most of their investment in Vectorworks software, Design Software Solutions has provided significant input to the growth of the UK market while also providing valuable support and training materials,” said Vectorworks CEO Dr. Biplab Sarkar. “Tamsin and Adrian Slatter and their dedicated team have the right mix of experience and passion for our products to help us to provide top-quality support for our existing community of designers and resellers in the UK, while expanding our user base even faster than we have to date.”

In addition to its headquarters in the United States and its new office in the UK, Vectorworks has a network of 35 distributors around the world. Its software solutions are available in 11 languages, providing powerful tools to help designers capture ideas, nurture innovation, communicate effectively and realize their visions.

“We’re thrilled to be part of the Vectorworks team. The UK and Ireland is a major market for designers of all disciplines, and Vectorworks’ decision to invest in creating a direct presence shows how highly the company values these clients and the market opportunity that exists,” said Adrian Slatter, UK sales director. “We passionately believe that Vectorworks provides the best 2D/3D design and BIM tools in the market today, allowing all disciplines to become more efficient without compromising on the elements of design and innovation.”

What Is 'Reverse Vapor Drive'?

'Reverse vapor drive' or 'inward solar vapor drive' is used to describe the inward vapor movement due to solar heating of an absorptive cladding such as brick veneer, stucco, and manufactured stone.

In the 1990's air-conditioned homes with poorly ventilated brick veneer were showing signs of condensation on the interior vapor barriers during the summer months. In the investigations that followed it was clear that the summer time condensation was in part due to reverse vapor drive.

A ventilated wall system-sometimes referred as a rain screen-provides a drainage and venting cavity for the wall system.

VaproShield's Installation Best Practices requires a rain screen or ventilated cladding design that 'vents off' the resulting vapor pressure when present. This practice prevents reverse vapor drive and allows effective drying in both directions of the wall system.

Review the complete Ribbit Resource on Reverse Vapor Drive on our website.

Attendees can earn education credits during the three-day event

Columbia, MD (August 10, 2017)—Vectorworks, Inc., a global design and BIM software developer for the architecture, landscape and entertainment design industries, announces the addition of seven new speakers to the schedule for the 2017 Vectorworks Design Summit, to be held Monday, September 18 to Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel in Baltimore, Maryland.

The conference will include 35 speakers, more than 75 hours of hands-on training, one-on-one technical support and networking events. Attendees will also get an inside view of Vectorworks® software’s future development cycle, including new features in the soon-to-be-released 2018 version of the application.

“The fervor, overall enthusiasm and passion that has been on display among attendees at each of our past two Design Summits has made this a must-attend event for Vectorworks enthusiasts around the world,” said Nicole Davison, vice president of sales at Vectorworks. “From thought-provoking and inspirational keynote speakers, to tremendous training and learning, to the design-focused interactive activities and social events with Vectorworks staff, the Summit is truly a can’t-miss event. We can’t wait to continue our annual occasion to share in our mutual passion for transforming the world through great design.”

Press can register and attend the Design Summit for free by emailing Vectorworks’ Communications Manager Lauren Meyer at Lmeyer@vectorworks.net.

To see the full schedule for the conference, visit http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.vectorworks.net/design-summit - Schedule.

Join the Summit conversation by using #VectorworksDesignSummit on social media.

DecoTech™ Solar Roofing System installation by roofing leader GAF is among the highest output solar roofs in U.S.

Parsippany, N.J., (July 5, 2017) — Thanks to GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, New Jersey is now home to one of the country’s highest output residential solar roofing installations. This Far Hills, N.J., installation is among the top 2 percent highest output residential solar installations in the U.S., and among the top 5 percent in New Jersey, according to advisory firm GTM Research.

The 64-panel DecoTech™ Solar Roofing System is more than three times larger than the average residential solar roof,[1] totaling 18.2 kW at peak performance. Laid end-to-end, the panels would equal the length of a football field.

“The DecoTech™ Solar Roofing System has an intuitive, interlocking design that simplifies the installation process and saves time and money, which is particularly important with a large-scale project like this one,” said Jon Parker of American Home Contractors, a GAF factory-certified Master Elite® Roofing Contractor based in Florham Park, N.J. “We look forward to being involved in future DecoTech™ installations.”

User-friendly tool helps evaluate roofing options

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (April 11, 2017) Recognizing the unique complexities of the commercial roofing industry, GAF has developed a revolutionary roof-evaluation software program to help property owners, consultants, architects, and facilities managers select the most appropriate roofing system for their specific needs.

The easy-to-use web-based GAF Roof Advisor™ focuses the roof-selection process into 18 essential questions, such as building location, roofing substrate, life expectancy, and so on. Based on these answers, GAF Roof Advisor™ generates a detailed list of recommended roofing materials and attachment options, along with informative links on the proposed solutions. Users can print the results for easy reference as they move forward with their roofing project. The GAF Roof Advisor™ back-end logic was developed in-house, and leverages the extensive experience of the technical staff at GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer.