At this year’s Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) America meeting, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) announced it will spearhead development of Protocols for Health and Wellness in Design.
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A new standard, ASTM E2924, Practice for Intumescent Coatings, provides recommendations to specify best practices for those products yielding an insulating char when activated by heat or flame.
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The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) will commemorate its 25th anniversary at the fall meeting in Norman, Oklahoma this October. Past and present colleagues are invited to join members for a special dinner, highlighting the group’s growth and success.
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On Wednesday, August 27, a free webinar on minimizing air infiltration will be presented through CSI’s WebReach program.
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New research from McGraw Hill Construction suggests owners, architects, and contractors have varying perspectives on choosing project delivery systems for buildings.
The “Project Delivery Systems SmartMarket Report” indicates all parties involved recognize the choice impacts the cost, schedule, and client satisfaction of projects.
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Numerous industry partners have developed the Concrete Research Network (CRN) to connect researchers, donors, and funders in the industry.
Spearheaded by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Foundation, CRN is a space for those in the concrete industry to connect with researchers, funding opportunities, and users with technical research needs.
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Cornell University has released a new study reporting hotels certified under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program earn increased revenue.
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Stephen H. Meima is the new executive director for the Gypsum Association (GA), leading the organization’s daily operations, overseeing its contributions to model building codes and standards, and sharing technical information on proper selection and installation of gypsum panel products.
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The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced there was a wave of certifications for new grocery stores under its Green Globes rating program in July.
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The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) has published product category rules (PCRs) for locks, latches, exit devices, door closers, and hinges. This sets the framework for manufacturers to develop environmental product declarations (EPDs), ultimately increasing transparency and helping design professionals compare components.
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