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Architectural Aluminum Canopies for Commercial Buildings

Architectural Aluminum Canopies for Commercial Buildings

Canopies bring weather protection, shading, and aesthetics to any building. Find out how to select the style, finish, and quality level that is right for your project.

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Proper Use of Masonry Joint Reinforcement and Accessories

Proper Use of Masonry Joint Reinforcement and Accessories

Explore proper use of methods and materials that allow masonry walls to perform well and enjoy a long life.

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Pre-Engineered/Manufactured Shelters: Standard and Custom Solutions for Outdoor Spaces

Pre-Engineered/Manufactured Shelters: Standard and Custom Solutions for Outdoor Spaces

Advances in shelter design are changing how the recreational landscape is defined. Compare pre-engineered to site-built shelters, focusing on design and engineering services offered.

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The Evolution of Play: Trends in Outdoor Space Design

The Evolution of Play: Trends in Outdoor Space Design

From swings and slides to obstacle courses and outdoor classrooms, discover how design trends are reshaping play for all ages and abilities.

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Electric Heating: Benefits, Types, and Specification

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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Thermoplastic Roofing: Materials & Systems

Thermoplastic Roofing: Materials & Systems

Thermoplastic roofing systems bring greater control to the jobsite. Discover the pros and cons of TPO and PVC roofing membranes and the advantages of single-source, prefabricated materials.

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Design Fundamentals of Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavements (PICP)

Design Fundamentals of Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavements (PICP)

Explore the design fundamentals of permeable interlocking concrete pavement as well as why it is an excellent choice to help meet stormwater management goals.

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Coatings for Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF): Thermal Barrier, Ignition Barrier, & Vapor Retarder

Coatings for Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF): Thermal Barrier, Ignition Barrier, & Vapor Retarder

Using thermal, ignition, and vapor coatings as a barrier for spray foam insulation comes with numerous benefits. Learn about their advantages, code requirements, and installation.

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Sustainable Design With Recycled Rubber Surfaces

Sustainable Design With Recycled Rubber Surfaces

Can rubber be part of an environmentally responsible design? Take a look at the benefits and applications of recycled rubber surfacing products.

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Fire & Smoke Protection with Life Safety Dampers

Fire & Smoke Protection with Life Safety Dampers

An in-depth look at different types of life safety dampers, where they are used, and how they are installed to provide effective passive fire protection in buildings.

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Digging Into Trench

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Digging Into Trench

Changing climate and land use patterns have necessitated a greater focus on stormwater management. Examine the various channel types, materials, and components of trench drains.

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 Iron Age Designs

Architectural Bamboo: Beautiful & Sustainable

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Architectural Bamboo: Beautiful & Sustainable

Like wood, bamboo is strong, durable, and ideal for flooring and cladding. Discover stunning, uniquely carved bamboo wall and ceiling panels that surpass the possibilities of wood.

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 Smith & Fong Company / Plyboo

Roofs and Condensation: A Practical Approach for the Design Professional

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Roofs and Condensation: A Practical Approach for the Design Professional

Review the fundamentals of vapor movement in roofing systems and learn how to deal effectively with moisture movement within a roofing system.

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 Duro-Last

Acoustic Design for Mass Timber Construction

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Acoustic Design for Mass Timber Construction

Learn about the products and solutions to improve the acoustical performance of mass timber construction that surpasses building codes.

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 Regupol America

Structural Design of Interlocking Concrete Pavers for Municipal Streets and Roadways

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Structural Design of Interlocking Concrete Pavers for Municipal Streets and Roadways

Learn how to use the AASHTO structural design method for flexible pavements to design interlocking concrete pavement (ICP) roadways.

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 Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA)

Biophilic Design & Rooftop Deck Systems: A Natural Connection

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Biophilic Design & Rooftop Deck Systems: A Natural Connection

Incorporating nature into the built environment has myriad health, environmental, and economic benefits. Explore biophilic design employing rooftop deck systems.

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 Bison Innovative Products

Reimagining Recycled Rubber as High-Performance Flooring for Museums

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Reimagining Recycled Rubber as High-Performance Flooring for Museums

Museums need flooring solutions that withstand high occupancy and multiple functions. Learn how recycled rubber flooring meets those performance and design needs.

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 Dinoflex - Recycled Rubber Innovators

Contractor and Subcontractor Prequalification

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Contractor and Subcontractor Prequalification

This primer on contractor prequalification covers the benefits, the role of the architect, the typical information requested of the contractor, and when to use prequalification.

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 AEC Daily

Beyond Fire Sprinklers: Rethinking Home Fire Protection with Water Mist

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Beyond Fire Sprinklers: Rethinking Home Fire Protection with Water Mist

Learn how electronically controlled water mist fire suppression systems can enhance occupant safety in homes while minimizing water damage by using 90% less water.

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 Plumis Manufacturers of Automist

Specifying and Using Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood

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Specifying and Using Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood

How do fire-retardant wood products break the combustion cycle, allowing time for safe egress? Learn about FR wood products and where they are required under the International Building Code.

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 Western Wood Preservers Institute

Thermally Modified Wood: Durability, Sustainability, and Current Trends

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Thermally Modified Wood: Durability, Sustainability, and Current Trends

Thermal and dual modification increase wood’s durability, enhancing its sustainability. This course examines the science, examples, and applications of wood modification.

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 Nova USA Wood

Selecting Hybrid Vinyl Flooring for Performance, Value, and Sustainability

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Selecting Hybrid Vinyl Flooring for Performance, Value, and Sustainability

Explore how hybrid vinyl flooring combines strength, comfort, and sustainability to meet performance goals across commercial and institutional settings.

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 Evo Floors

Prioritizing Performance for Building Enclosures (Recorded Webinar)

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Prioritizing Performance for Building Enclosures (Recorded Webinar)

How is better building performance achieved? Explore the role of building science in energy efficiency and durability and learn what tools ensure the OPRs are met.

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 DuPont Performance Building Solutions

Healthy Interiors: Using the WELL Building Standard™ to Design Commercial Spaces of the Future

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Healthy Interiors: Using the WELL Building Standard™ to Design Commercial Spaces of the Future

This course explores a 5,000 ft2 office expansion based on the WELL Building Standard™ version 2 and the LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction rating system.

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 Excel Dryer

The Self-Care and Wellness Benefits of Luxury Kitchens and Bathrooms

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The Self-Care and Wellness Benefits of Luxury Kitchens and Bathrooms

Looking to create a rejuvenating sanctuary? Explore the options and technologies that are available for luxurious residential bathrooms and kitchens.

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 Kallista

Selecting and Specifying Architectural Louvers

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Selecting and Specifying Architectural Louvers

Louvers allow airflow while rejecting water and airborne debris. Explore how louver design balances airflow, water protection, and aesthetics while meeting AMCA standards.

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 Industrial Louvers, Inc.

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