In both residential and commercial lighting, the source of illumination is mostly light-emitting diode (LED) technology. Electrical and general contractors and consulting engineers for new construction and renovation are now faced with new opportunities and challenges, as a luminaire may no longer be a ‘mere’ light fixture.
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Fluid-applied waterproofing materials have been used for centuries. Over the years, there has been much advancement in material chemistry and technology. However, even with new developments, proven performance in previous technologies still warrant their use around the world.
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Weather-resistant barriers (WRBs), also known as building wraps or housewraps, are one of the best building materials for controlling water, either through blocking rain from entering the wall cavity, allowing moisture vapor to move and escape the wall cavity, or draining bulk water away from the wall assembly.
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The National Aviary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, completed the installation of glass windows and doors at its Garden Room, a new glass-enclosed venue for weddings, special events, and educational programs that will also serve as a showcase for energy-efficient, bird-safe glass.
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Architects have long turned to overhead coiling door manufacturers for closure solutions that provide safety, security, and peace of mind. A number of advancements in recent years, including specialty doors, grilles, and fire products with low profiles and reduced head room, have turned this product category into a collection...
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The Pasadena Convention Center is a premier meeting and events venue nestled in the heart of Pasadena, California. Built in 1931, the nearly 50-year-old conference center building was in need of some upgrades—including the restrooms. The solution was a full suite of touch-free products, such as sinks, faucets, soap...
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The global anti-static floor market is expected to reach $4.09 billion by 2025. As electronics continue to infiltrate the workplace, the applications for electrostatic discharge (ESD) control flooring are expanding.
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One aspect of sustainability is the specification and installation of high-quality products on door openings that will not be damaged during occupancy and do not require extensive maintenance. Gasketing manufacturers provide a range of products to enhance an opening’s sustainability.
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The placement of expansion joints within floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs provide the wherewithal to stabilize large buildings from experiencing structural stress under changing conditions. However, there are some nuances to selecting the correct material for a building.
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For OTTO Brewerytown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a two-building, two-phase project with 52 high-end, high-tech condo units, the designers used metal panels to create an eye-catching look for the building’s exterior. Phase one of the project was completed last year, and ground broke this February for phase two comprising 32 more...
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