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Demystifying EPDs in Sustainable Design

Environmental product declarations (EPDs) are powerful tools when choosing sustainable materials for commercial projects. Learn where to find them and how to use them.

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Redwood Lumber & Timbers: Advanced Specification Details

Redwood from sustainably managed forests provides an environmentally friendly solution for a range of applications. Learn about its attributes and specification considerations.

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Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a fundamental building material but it has water-related design challenges. Examine the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing.

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Acoustics A–Z: Products & Applications for Architectural & Industrial Noise Problems

Excess noise impacts health, productivity, and concentration. Explore the many industrial and architectural products available to control noise in any environment.

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Customizable Premanufactured Railings: Beautiful and Flexible Solutions

Find out how three architects partnered with a manufacturer to create pre-engineered, site-specific railing solutions that meet safety standards AND enhance the project’s design.

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Heat Recovery Ventilation: Why Efficiency Matters

Heat recovery ventilation (HRV) and energy recovery ventilation (ERV) systems improve indoor air quality and create energy-efficient homes. Examine HRV/ERV system configurations.

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Specifying Roof, Floor, & Skylight Hatches for Access & Safety

How do you provide safe access to rooftops and below-ground spaces? Discover the design, safety, and performance advantages of roof, floor, and skylight hatches.

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Advances in Sustainability with Spray Polyurethane Foam

SPF insulations and roofing systems are high-performance material solutions for sustainable construction. Explore their environmental impacts and performance attributes.

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Scalding: Understanding Design Solutions for Risk Reduction. What Architects Need to Know about Reducing Scalding Risk with Point of Use Solutions

Learn the effects of scalding, the risks to vulnerable populations, and code and ASSE standards. Discover plumbing fixtures that control scalding risk at point of use.

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Automated Door Solutions: Optimizing Flow, Sustainability, & Safety

Automatic doors provide easier access than manual doors and can contribute to the energy efficiency of a building. Determine which type will meet your project requirements.

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The Benefits of Synthetic (Artificial) Grass for Playgrounds

Explore the advent of synthetic grass for playgrounds, and how to construct, install, and maintain them.

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ForeverLawn

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Eastern White Pine: Sustainable Versatility

Explore EWP’s contribution to sustainability, its grading rules, wood products, and many applications.

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Designing Sliding Cantilevered Gates

Sliding cantilevered gates provide a wide range of design and operating options for securing access to residential and commercial properties and in sloping site conditions.

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DuraGates

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Bamboo: A Sustainable Choice for Building Materials

Bamboo has come a long way from its use as a rustic material for simple structures. Now, bamboo is a versatile building material used in both indoor and outdoor applications.

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dassoXTR

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Sustainable Curb Appeal

Where do building professionals turn to evaluate the transparency and material health of building products? Learn about the drivers of sustainability and the resources that are available for today's manufacturers and architects.

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Kingspan Insulated Panels

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Connecting to the Growing EV Charging Infrastructure

Electric vehicles are rapidly becoming ubiquitous. Examine current trends and predictions for EV chargers, their types and attributes, and relevant programs and incentives.

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Legrand

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Green Pathways: Natural Stone Materials for Sustainable Walkway Solutions

Stone pathway mixes offer a natural aesthetic with low maintenance. Explore how they can minimize erosion, dust, and mud while meeting load and accessibility requirements.

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Kafka Granite, LLC

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Accessibility: Six Key Lessons for Navigating Compliance Requirements

Discover the laws, standards, and essential insights required for designing accessible spaces and avoiding noncompliance and legal risks.

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Ascension Wheelchair Lifts

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When Sound Control Matters: Floor Underlayment Solutions

Good sound control adds to occupant comfort and productivity. Compare floor underlayments that mitigate the annoyance of impact noise and improve overall building functionality.

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Proflex Products Inc.

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Reflective Insulation & Radiant Barriers

Discover how reflective insulation and radiant barriers reduce energy usage, increase the lifespan of mechanical heating and cooling systems, and reduce maintenance requirements.

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Covertech Flexible Packaging

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Specialty Doors for Healthcare Design

Explore door and frame assemblies that meet the requirements for fire ratings, acoustics, bullet resistance, and radiation/radio frequency attenuation.

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AMBICO Limited

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Enhanced Performance Installation Systems for Thin Adhered Masonry Veneers

There are various methods of installing thin adhered veneers. Learn about new technologies that minimize the issues associated with the traditional lath and scratch method.

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LATICRETE International, Inc.

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Bike Parking Guide

Biking is a healthy activity that is an excellent mode of transportation for people of all ages. Explore bike parking that meets security, durability, and aesthetic standards.

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Madrax

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Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

Concrete is porous and susceptible to deterioration. Learn how crystalline waterproofing technology can increase the durability and sustainability of concrete.

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Xypex Chemical Corporation

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Contemporary Wood-Burning Fireplaces, Inserts, and Stoves

Learn all you need to know about wood-burning fireplaces, inserts, and stoves. This course discusses heat production, efficiency, burn time, and EPA certification requirements.

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Regency Fireplace Products

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High-Performance Doors: Increasing Safety, Energy Savings, & Productivity for Food, Beverage, & Cold Storage Facilities

High-speed, high-cycle doors provide speed, safety, separation, and security. Learn about the types, specification criteria, technologies, and functions in different environments.

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Rytec Corporation