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 CGC Group Inc. | Bluworld | Ascension | Raven Industries — Engineered Films Division | Interline Creative Group | Andersen Windows | SprayStone | ACG Materials | Latchways, Inc. | Fenzi North America | Subscription Info 
CGC Group Inc.
CGC Group Inc. CGC Group - The Hybrid Heat Pump developed in the 1990's to satisfy the HVAC needs of the hotel industry. Over the past 14 years, thousands of units are installed throughout North America. With a continuing trend toward Green LEED compliant buildings, the CGC Group is well positioned to meet the challenge.
Hybrid Heat Pump Systems: Energy Efficient Comfort Solutions
Hybrid Heat Pump Systems: Energy Efficient Comfort Solutions Thumbnail Provides an overview of the operation of hybrid heat pump systems and hybrid heat pump geothermal systems, including their energy savings, low electrical consumption, and efficient use of reclaimed heat.
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Bluworld
Bluworld Bluworld of Water is the most trusted name in water feature design and fabrication. Since our inception in 1998, we have been dedicated to providing quality water feature products and services. Bluworld water features are not only beautiful, but they are built to stand the test of time.
Designing with Water
Designing with Water Thumbnail Provides an overview of incorporating indoor water features in a variety of architectural applications, with a focus on system components and types of water features, as well as considerations for a successful installation.
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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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Raven Industries — Engineered Films Division
Raven Industries — Engineered Films Division Raven Industries Engineered Films is an innovative manufacturer producing high-quality flexible films and sheeting to major global markets. Raven services the construction industry with high performance underslab Vapor Barriers (VaporBlock®), Recycled Content LEED Barriers (VaporBlock® G™), Gas and Moisture Barriers for Radon, Methane, and VOCs (VaporBlock® Plus™), and a wide spectrum of Reinforced and Fire Retardant films (DuraSkrim®).
Critical Elements in Specifying Underslab Moisture & Gas Barriers
Critical Elements in Specifying Underslab Moisture & Gas Barriers Thumbnail Provides an overview of the critical properties that require consideration when specifying underslab vapor barriers and moisture/gas barriers, as well as discussions on the basic installation guidelines to help insure a successful installation.
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Interline Creative Group
Interline Creative Group Our strength comes from solving a variety problems for a variety of clients. It doesn’t matter if it’s a sticky issue requiring creative thinking, a product launch that calls for print and electronic support, an overwhelmed sales team that needs backup, or anything else you need. We want to do what will work best to solve our clients’ problems.
What End Users Want (from Architects and Engineers, That Is)
What End Users Want (from Architects and Engineers, That Is) Thumbnail Designed especially for today’s executives in a difficult economy, this course brings together proven tactics that help increase sales and reach new customers. It focuses on presenting the results of comprehensive research that surveyed end users in facilities — the people who hire architects and engineers. The results stimulate thinking for the professional firm, and will help them shape their presentations to gain new business and retain current customers.
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Andersen Windows
Andersen Windows Manufacturer of windows and doors.
The Georgian/Federal and Tudor Style Guide
The Georgian/Federal and Tudor Style Guide Thumbnail Provides an overview of the Georgian/Federal and Tudor styles of residential architecture, with a focus on window, door and trim elements.
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SprayStone
SprayStone SprayStone is a revolutionary interior and exterior architectural coating that can be sprayed onto virtually any surface to produce a durable finish that looks and feels like real granite. It is pre-mixed and ready to use. The 100% water-based acrylic formula makes application safe and cleanup a breeze.
Designing with Sustainable Stone Coatings
Designing with Sustainable Stone Coatings Thumbnail Provides an overview of high-performance, single-component acrylic stone coatings designed to replicate the look and feel of natural granite, including their composition, features, benefits and applications.
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ACG Materials
ACG Materials ACG Materials is the new leader in gypsum underlayment systems. With a top-tier network of distributers, ACG is able to offer unparalleled quality assurance and customer service.
Sound Control in Multi-Family Floor/Ceiling Assemblies
Sound Control in Multi-Family Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Thumbnail Provides an overview of the noise issues associated with floor/ceiling assemblies of multi-family dwellings, as well as the factors that affect acoustical performance. Also presented is a review of the acoustical solutions that are available with a focus on sound mats with poured underlayment (SMPU) systems.
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Latchways, Inc.
Latchways, Inc. Latchways was founded in 1974 and is acknowledged as the first company to successfully develop and market engineered cable-based fall arrest systems. The Latchways ManSafe fall protection range is used around the world on tall buildings and structures as diverse as office blocks,industrial units, leisure and retail complexes, telecommunications towers, bridges and electricity pylons. The products themselves are innovative in their design and manufactured to the highest quality. In turn, a global network of specialist approved partner companies provides the assurance that product quality is matched by equally high standards of installation and maintenance.
Fall Protection Systems: Selection, Specification, and Compliance
Fall Protection Systems: Selection, Specification, and Compliance Thumbnail Provides an overview of fall protection and contains discussions on: the need for fall protection; the hierarchy of fall protection; fall arrest systems; and, the governing standards and regulations surrounding fall protection.
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Fenzi North America
Fenzi North America Fenzi North America has designed and built a 'State of the Art' manufacturing facility, offering a true 'Polysulphide' to the North American Insulated Glass market.
Selecting Insulating Glass Sealants for Durability and Energy Efficiency
Selecting Insulating Glass Sealants for Durability and Energy Efficiency Thumbnail Provides an overview of the characteristics insulating glass (IG) sealants must provide to ensure long-term thermal performance, structural durability and longevity of insulating glass units (IGUs).
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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, IDCEC and many more organizations.
Inside this Edition:
 Alumi-Guard, Inc. | Juno Lighting Group | Impact Recovery Systems | Wheatland Tube Company | greenscreen® | PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association  | Delta Faucet Company | Schindler Elevator Corp. | Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. | VaproShield LLC | Subscription Info 
Alumi-Guard, Inc.
Alumi-Guard, Inc. Alumi-Guard is a leading manufacturer of quality aluminum fence and rail products. Since it was established in 2000 Alumi-Guard has earned a reputation as an industry leader through innovation, expert craftsmanship and unsurpassed customer service.
Coating of Aluminum Extrusions
Coating of Aluminum Extrusions Thumbnail Provides an overview of aluminum extrusion coatings and includes discussions on the aluminum extrusion process; a comparison of powder and liquid coatings; an overview of the chrome and the chrome-free pretreatment processes; and, the performance objectives of AAMA testing standards.
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Juno Lighting Group
Juno Lighting Group A leading designer and manufacturer of architectual grade lighting products.
LED Technology and the Coming Human Centric Lighting Revolution
LED Technology and the Coming Human Centric Lighting Revolution Thumbnail Provides an overview of how and why LED technology holds great promise for helping to optimize lighting design for aesthetics, enjoyment, productivity, and health and well- being.
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Impact Recovery Systems
Impact Recovery Systems Impact Recovery Systems® manufactures flexible, durable, high impact traffic control equipment for both permanent and temporary applications. Our products are designed to give upon impact, then quickly return to their original position.
Rebounding Bollards: Use and Design Considerations
Rebounding Bollards: Use and Design Considerations Thumbnail Provides an overview of rebounding bollards and includes discussions on the various types of bollards, the benefits of using rebounding bollards in various applications, the components of bollards, and design considerations.
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Wheatland Tube Company
Wheatland Tube Company Wheatland Tube Company is recognized as a world leader in the manufacturing of continuous weld (CW) and electric welded (ERW) steel pipe. Wheatland's pipe and tubing products are compliant with all of the construction related specifications and codes and are used in 16 Divisions of the new MasterFormat 2004 such as electrical, fence, fire suppression sprinkler systems, utilities, HVAC and process integration.
Designing and Specifying Steel Mesh Fence Systems
Designing and Specifying Steel Mesh Fence Systems Thumbnail Provides an overview of the material specifications, installation, and standards related to the design of steel mesh fence systems including chain link fabric, expanded metal, and welded wire.
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greenscreen®
greenscreen® greenscreen is a three dimensional, welded wire trellising system.The distinctive modular trellis panel is the building block of the greenscreen system. Rigid and lightweight standard 3" or 2" thick panels are 4' wide x 6', 8', 10', or 12' tall. greenscreen's unique wire space frame configuration can span between structure members- thus fences, free standing screens and gazebos are just some of the many applications. The panel's depth creates a "captive growing space" for plants to grow.
Considerations For Advanced Green Facade Design
Considerations For Advanced Green Facade Design Thumbnail This course examines the required considerations for successful green facade installations and projects and includes discussions on system selection, design, plant selection, maintenance, and client/owner education.
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PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association
PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association Association offers an extensive online resource on polyisocyanurate insulation.
Polyiso CI for Code-Compliant Walls in Type V and Residential Construction
Polyiso CI for Code-Compliant Walls in Type V and Residential Construction Thumbnail Provides an overview of the use of polyisocyanurate as a continuous insulation in Type V and residential construction, and its use as a multifunctional envelope component-air barrier, weather-resistive barrier and vapor retarder-by reviewing code requirements for the building envelope.
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Polyiso CI for Code-Compliant Walls in Types I-IV Construction
Polyiso CI for Code-Compliant Walls in Types I-IV Construction Thumbnail Provides an overview of the use of polyisocyanurate as a continuous insulation, and its use as a multifunctional envelope component—air barrier, weather-resistive barrier and vapor retarder—by reviewing code requirements for the building envelope.
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Reroofing Commercial Buildings: 2015 IECC Requirements
Reroofing Commercial Buildings: 2015 IECC Requirements Thumbnail Provides an overview of code requirements pertaining to commercial reroofing, including a discussion of the impacts of retrofit construction on energy efficiency.
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The ABCs of EPDs
The ABCs of EPDs Thumbnail Discusses the concept of the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) as applied to building materials and how to integrate EPDs into design and product selection decisions.
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Delta Faucet Company
Delta Faucet Company Delta Faucet Company is a world leader in residential and commercial faucets, with sales in more than 53 countries.
Bathroom Design Trends & Water Delivery Solutions
Bathroom Design Trends & Water Delivery Solutions Thumbnail Provides an overview of the demographic and societal trends influencing bath design and the efficient water delivery solutions available to meet the trends, address the aesthetic and personal needs of all users, and contribute to the sustainable built environment.
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Schindler Elevator Corp.
Schindler Elevator Corp. Schindler Elevator Corporation is the North American operating entity of the Swiss-based Schindler Group, the world’s second largest elevator company and the world’s leading escalator supplier. Schindler manufactures, installs, maintains and modernizes internal transport systems for almost every type of building requirement worldwide.
Vertical Transportation: Destination Controls for Elevators
Vertical Transportation: Destination Controls for Elevators Thumbnail Provides an overview of how changes to destination-dispatch technology has improved how buildings control elevators and optimized passenger mobility and to achieve maximum energy efficiency.
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Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc.
Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. AkzoNobel makes a complete line of Extrusion Coatings to meet the ever changing needs of the architectural aluminum market. Our liquid spray coatings are found on many different types of building components, from louvers and curtain walls to window and entry door systems. Many of our coatings are eco-friendly, and can help buildings qualify for points in LEED and help make your projects more sustainable.
High Performance Coatings for Aluminum Fenestration
High Performance Coatings for Aluminum Fenestration Thumbnail Provides an overview of organic coatings for aluminum fenestration extrusions including powder and liquid coating resins, performance characteristics, environmental performance and coating application technologies.
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VaproShield LLC
VaproShield LLC VaproShield markets and distributes affordable, innovative products that reflect state-of-the-art building envelope science. Our systems offer distinct drying capability advantages in all types of building design including high rise construction. Our 20 year warranty exceeds all industry standards.
Rain Screen Design Solutions for the Building Envelope
Rain Screen Design Solutions for the Building Envelope Thumbnail Provides an overview of innovative rain screen design technology and includes discussions on the impact of moisture infiltration on the building envelope, weather resistive barrier design and construction, and sustainable rain screen design systems for the building envelope.
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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:
 Springs Window Fashions | Fin Pan Inc. | Pollmeier, Inc. | Total Door | Technoform NA | Kohler Co. | Noble Company | Georgia-Pacific Gypsum  | Aercon Florida, LLC | Morton Buildings | Subscription Info 
Springs Window Fashions
Springs Window Fashions SWFcontract, the commercial arm of Springs Window Fashions, is the leading full line manufacturer of commercial window treatments. SWFcontract offers a wide array of products for the commercial market, including SWFcontract manual and motorized solar shades; Bali® aluminum horizontal blinds; and Graber® wood and faux wood horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, and cellular and pleated shades. Our products have been installed in well over one million commercial buildings throughout North America, providing solutions for daylighting and glare control while addressing energy savings.
Biomimicry: Design By Nature
Biomimicry: Design By Nature Thumbnail Provides an overview of the practice of biomimicry to illustrate the relationship between nature’s solutions to light, heat and glare control and today’s shading design principles.
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Impact of Window Treatments on Commercial Daylighting Design
Impact of Window Treatments on Commercial Daylighting Design Thumbnail Provides an overview of daylighting strategies for commercial applications and includes discussions about the relevance of daylight factor calculations and the impact fabric characteristics have on a shading solution.
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Fin Pan Inc.
Fin Pan Inc. Incorporated in 1975, Fin Pan Inc. has led the industry with many innovative, cost effective products. Fin Pan, Inc. is the world’s oldest process manufacturer of concrete backer board and inventor of the process. Fin Pan has developed lightweight installation products such as one-piece niches, lightweight shower pans, and installation products.
Water Management Solutions for Shower Installations
Water Management Solutions for Shower Installations Thumbnail Provides an overview of criteria used in designing water management systems for shower pans and walls. Includes discussions on traditional and modern methods of waterproofing shower floors and walls, new methods of construction, as well as the innovative design options that are available for curbless shower pans.
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Pollmeier, Inc.
Pollmeier, Inc. Pollmeier is a family-owned business that was founded in 1987 as a factory for producing edge-glued panels for the furniture industry. Today, the company has the three largest hardwood sawmills in Europe – equipped with the most modern equipment in the world. As an internationally recognized producer of quality lumber products, Pollmeier delivers panels to the European furniture industry, flooring to Europe and North America, and has worldwide markets for our lumber.
European Beech: Durable, Sustainable, and Versatile
European Beech: Durable, Sustainable, and Versatile Thumbnail Discusses the benefits of using more wood, not less, to lower carbon emissions and tackle climate change, and identifies what sustainable hardwood species are the most abundant and where some of the best managed, certified hardwood forests are located. The physical and performance properties of European Beech are compared to eight other temperate hardwoods.
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Total Door
Total Door Total Door™ is your solution for the replacement of older doors, renovation projects, and new construction. Total Doors reduce maintenance and offer exceptional security and abuse resistance by using a full height, semi-concealed hinge and a full height locking channel in a system that comes fully assembled from the factory.
New Code Requirements For Fire Rated Doors and Hardware
New Code Requirements For Fire Rated Doors and Hardware Thumbnail Provides an overview of fire rated doors, rating types, and other 2009 and 2012 International Building Code requirements, including NFPA regulations and ADA guidelines where applicable.
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Sustainable Design in Steel Integrated Door Systems
Sustainable Design in Steel Integrated Door Systems Thumbnail Provides an overview of steel integrated door systems, with discussions on the sustainable qualities of steel and the durability benefits of integrated door systems over standard doors.
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Technoform NA
Technoform  NA As the industry leader in thermal insulation, TGI-Spacer allows your fenestration systems to deliver superior thermal performance results. Our spacer meets or exceeds the toughest global standards for condensation resistance, durability, UV resistance, fogging, volatiles and moisture penetration. Technoform's Bautec Structural Insulating Strips provides superior thermal insulation and structural strength for aluminum windows and curtain walls, making Technoform the leading global supplier of thermal break systems.
The Future of High-Performance Fenestration
The Future of High-Performance Fenestration Thumbnail Provides an overview of fenestration systems that incorporate thermally broken frames, enhanced glass coatings, and high performance warm edge spacers, as well as a discussion on energy, codes/regulations and the impact of high performance fenestration on sustainability.
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Kohler Co.
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.
Toilet Flushing Technologies for Residential and Commercial Applications
Toilet Flushing Technologies for Residential and Commercial Applications Thumbnail 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.
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Noble Company
Noble Company Noble Company produces sheet membranes for waterproofing, crack isolation and sound insulation.
Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations
Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations Thumbnail 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.
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Sustainable Tile Installations Using Membrane Technology
Sustainable Tile Installations Using Membrane Technology Thumbnail Provides an overview of the types of membranes used to waterproof ceramic and stone tile installations and compares them in terms of performance and durability, ease of installation, control of variables, and function.
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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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Aercon Florida, LLC
Aercon Florida, 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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Morton Buildings
Morton Buildings Morton Buildings is America’s leader in custom post-frame construction. Morton constructs a wide variety of commercial projects in all sizes and styles, including retail facilities, warehouses, office buildings, storage buildings, restaurants, banks and veterinary facilities.
Post-Frame Construction in Low-Rise Commercial Buildings
Post-Frame Construction in Low-Rise Commercial Buildings Thumbnail Provides an overview of post-frame construction, including its attributes, construction methods, materials and its applications for low-rise commercial buildings.
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