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High-Performance Coatings and Exterior Restorations

High-Performance Coatings and Exterior Restorations

High-performance coatings are a necessity in building exterior protection and restoration. New PVDF coating systems, their various characteristics, and their benefits are explored.

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Cellular PVC Trim: The Design Advantages

Cellular PVC Trim: The Design Advantages

The trim market in the U.S. is roughly 3 billion board feet and growing. Explore the types, design advantages, and best design practices of cellular PVC trim.

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Designing Sustainably with Redwood Timbers

Designing Sustainably with Redwood Timbers

The properties of Redwood Timber make it an excellent, sustainable choice for many interior and exterior building projects.

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Retrofit Security Glazing Solutions for Threat Mitigation

Retrofit Security Glazing Solutions for Threat Mitigation

Regarding security, glass windows and storefront doors are a building’s weakest link. Explore the options for glazing protection against forced entry, active shooters, and more.

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Adjustable Lavatories and Salon Sink Systems: Senior Safety and Wellness

Adjustable Lavatories and Salon Sink Systems: Senior Safety and Wellness

Explore the use of adjustable lavatories and salon sink systems in senior living residences and how they cater to the needs of residents and their personal care workers.

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Sustainable Wall Hanging Systems

Sustainable Wall Hanging Systems

Hanging display systems enhance spaces and provide design freedom. Explore system elements and types, and how to integrate them into traditional and specialty project designs.

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Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Bollards are an essential tool to protect lives and property. Examine the difference between unrated and crash-rated bollards, and review the specific security concerns they address.

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Specifying the Correct Floor for Dance and Performing Arts

Specifying the Correct Floor for Dance and Performing Arts

This course explores the advantages of using sprung floors in performance venues, offering a safer surface for dancers than hard sports and multipurpose floors.

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Incorporating the Forgotten Thermal Benefits of Brick

Incorporating the Forgotten Thermal Benefits of Brick

Clay brick is aesthetically pleasing, durable, and energy efficient. Examine brick veneer's role in meeting or exceeding energy requirements in modern wall assemblies.

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Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

Retrofitting existing buildings has environmental benefits over demolition and new construction. Review how effective air sealing will improve the durability of a structure.

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Concrete Masonry and Energy Codes: Latest Developments

Face-to-Face or Webinar Session

Concrete Masonry and Energy Codes: Latest Developments

Learn about thermal performance requirements for wall assemblies in energy codes (2009 & 2012 IECC). Explore compliance paths, COMcheck software, and how masonry walls contribute to LEED credits.

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 Concrete Products Group

Electric Infrared Heating Systems: Creating Long-Term Sustainability

Face-to-Face or Webinar Session

Electric Infrared Heating Systems: Creating Long-Term Sustainability

Infrared patio heaters are a sustainable way to heat outdoor spaces, discover the available options and their sustainability profiles, focusing on electric infrared heaters.

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 Infratech

Bird-Friendly Building Design

Online, Self-Paced

Bird-Friendly Building Design

Millions of birds collide with glass every year. Learn how bird-friendly glass can mitigate collisions by examining building examples, design guidelines, and existing legislation.

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 American Bird Conservancy

Under-Slab Vapor Barriers: Restricting Moisture and Soil Gas Infiltration

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Under-Slab Vapor Barriers: Restricting Moisture and Soil Gas Infiltration

Looking to prevent moisture and soil gas intrusion? Delve into the specification considerations of under-slab water vapor and soil gas barriers.

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 ISI Building Products

Attic Ventilation: Performance Starts from the Top

Online, Self-Paced

Attic Ventilation: Performance Starts from the Top

Attic ventilation ensures roof integrity and durability, healthy IAQ, and energy efficiency. This course presents a detailed review of effective attic ventilation design.

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 O'Hagin, LLC.

Designing Effective Public Queuing & Pedestrian Flow Systems

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Designing Effective Public Queuing & Pedestrian Flow Systems

A well-designed queuing system offers efficiency and structure. Review the features of queuing processes and their installation methods to ensure a site-appropriate system design.

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 Lavi Industries

Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Online, Self-Paced

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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 Hycrete, Inc.

Electric Heating: Benefits, Types, and Specification

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Electric Heating: Benefits, Types, and Specification

Examine multiple electric heating options for commercial and residential applications that meet consumer needs and provide solutions to common heating concerns.

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 Glen Dimplex Americas

Creating Beautiful, Sustainable Synthetic Grass Solutions

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Creating Beautiful, Sustainable Synthetic Grass Solutions

Synthetic grass is an environmental solution that saves water, eliminates pesticide use, and improves playground safety. Explore its benefits, construction, and certifications.

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 SYNLawn

Commercial Restroom Design to Promote Safety, Sustainability, and Savings: Hand Hygiene Support and Beyond

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Commercial Restroom Design to Promote Safety, Sustainability, and Savings: Hand Hygiene Support and Beyond

Building occupants expect safe, clean restrooms. Explore touchless fixtures, the ways that restrooms affect sustainability goals, and the benefits of cost-saving design measures.

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 Excel Dryer

Photoluminescence: Applied Use in Code Compliance and Enhanced Safety

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Photoluminescence: Applied Use in Code Compliance and Enhanced Safety

Photoluminescent (PL) exit path markers provide safe and quick egress in all light conditions. Examine PL safety products and the codes related to PL way-finding systems.

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 Ecoglo Inc.

FRP Entrances: The Science Behind the Door

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FRP Entrances: The Science Behind the Door

Looking for a door system with strength and durability? This course examines manufacturing methods, design options, and critical performance attributes of FRP doors and frames.

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 Special-Lite

Accessible Site Furnishings: Solutions for Comfortable & Inclusive Outdoor Seating

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Accessible Site Furnishings: Solutions for Comfortable & Inclusive Outdoor Seating

Creating accessible spaces has a positive impact on the community. Delve into the ADA requirements for outdoor tables and benches that facilitate comfort for the user.

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 Thomas Steele Site Furnishings

Reducing Fire Risk at the Perimeter of High-Rise Structures

Online, Self-Paced

Reducing Fire Risk at the Perimeter of High-Rise Structures

Understand how high-rise fires spread along the exterior facade and review current building codes and material testing that address the risk or impact of these blazes.

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 Owens Corning

Metal Roofing Color Considerations to Save Energy & Meet Green Building Requirements

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Metal Roofing Color Considerations to Save Energy & Meet Green Building Requirements

Prepainted metal roofing offers long-lasting protection in a wide array of design options. Explore how roof color and finish can also save energy and improve thermal comfort.

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 Steelscape

Metal, Wood, Phenolic, and Plastic Lockers: Specifying the Right Solution for Facility Needs

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Metal, Wood, Phenolic, and Plastic Lockers: Specifying the Right Solution for Facility Needs

Explore the many applications of metal, wood, phenolic, and HDPE lockers in various facilities.

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 List Industries Inc. / Art Metal Products

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