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Expansion Joint Cover Systems

An expansion joint is a structural gap designed to accommodate the movement of a building in a controlled manner. Review joint sizing and movement and how to select the right cover system.

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Saunas: Combining Modern Technology with Nordic Traditions

Saunas promote wellness, relaxation, meditation, and socialization. Discover the different types of saunas and the unique features and finishes that set some sauna designs apart.

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Enabling Successful Contemporary Tile Installations

Installation methodologies, technologies, and products are constantly evolving in the tile industry. Explore the standards and best practices of contemporary tile installation.

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Redwood Lumber: Attributes, Applications, & Environmental Benefits

Redwood from responsibly managed forests is a natural material that's a sustainable choice. Explore redwood's strength, beauty, and life cycle benefits for indoor and outdoor applications.

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Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

Stairs and decks often require railing, but don't limit your project to the strictly functional. Discover the wide variety of easy-to-install, durable components that add style and beauty.

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Sustainable Materials for the Bath

Discover how copper, glass, concrete, and reclaimed wood can be used to create beautiful bathroom products that also contribute to economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

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Managing Water Efficiency with Dual-Flush Toilets

Toilets use the most water in a home (30 percent). Learn how dual-flush toilets can reduce water usage by up to 20 percent and meet LEED® v4 Water Efficiency requirements.

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Automated Robotic Parking 101: Implementation the Right Way

Parking is typically considered a “necessity,” but have you considered how much the first and last impressions count? Discover how automated parking creates a winning proposition.

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Composite Decking: Sustainability, Durability, and Applications

WPC is a sustainable wood alternative. The advantages of fully capped composite decking, including durability and resistance to fading, and its applications are explored.

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High-Performance Building Envelope Designs with Insulating Concrete Forms

ICF products turn a building envelope into a high-performing, disaster-resistant thermal, moisture, and air enclosure. Explore ICF technology, formwork, and construction.

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Acoustical Doors: Enhancing Sound Control in Architectural and Industrial Design

Learn how acoustical doors can mitigate noise, increase occupant health and well-being, and comply with green building rating systems, fire safety codes, and SCIF specifications.

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

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Mind the Gap: Closing Design Barriers in Outdoor Spaces

Many experience exclusion in outdoor spaces due to design barriers. This course explores how inclusive outdoor furniture can promote health, safety, and well-being for everyone.

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Botton + Gardiner

Online, Self-Paced

Modern Frameless Fireplace Benefits and Design Opportunities: A Comprehensive Guide for Architects and Designers

Learn about key fireplace technologies, their use as a heating system and design element, and essential safety features.

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Flare Fireplaces, LLC

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Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic FRP Wall and Ceiling Panels

Discover how FRP panels create sanitary, durable spaces with improved design, performance, and easy installation for food, lab, and industrial environments.

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VALTO Engineered Materials

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Firestop Specifications

Firestopping is a critical part of fire containment – are your specs up to the task? This course reviews applicable code requirements and common firestop specification errors.

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Specified Technologies Inc.

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Fast, Scalable, Economical: The Benefits of Building with an Innovative Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) Framing System

Extreme weather, rising costs, and stricter codes demand resiliency. This course explores how an innovative CFS framing system delivers stronger, more sustainable buildings.

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Elevate Structures

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Synthetic Sports Turf Systems for Safety, Performance, & Durability

Synthetic sports turf systems have come a long way. Learn how technological advancements enhance all types of sports fields for a range of budgets, use levels, and applications.

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ForeverLawn

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The Art of Insulated Metal Panels

Learn how IMPs offer design flexibility and fast construction, while achieving air, water, vapor, and thermal control via an advanced and cost-effective single-component system.

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Kingspan Insulated Panels

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Single-Skin Metal Siding: Performance and Installation Considerations

Single-skin metal siding provides an incredible range of materials, finishes, and edge details for unique facades. Explore its performance, design, and sustainability features.

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AEP Span

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Safety, Security, and Simplifying Access: Integrated Overhead and Access Control Solutions

Explore the smart access technology platform (SATP) that provides a unified, scalable solution that simplifies access management for buildings’ interiors and exteriors.

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LiftMaster

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An Introduction to Air Control Dampers

Air control dampers regulate heating, cooling, and ventilation performance. Explore damper types, components, and performance metrics, as well as specification and installation.

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Safe & Tested Chemistry to Combat Wildfires, Environmental Harm, & the Insurance Crisis

Wildfires are increasing in frequency, severity, extent, and seasonal range. Learn about a nontoxic fire inhibitor‘s contributions to wildfire-resilient homes and communities.

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CitroTech®

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Urban Shade Solutions: Advancing Comfort, Health, and Climate Resilience

Explore how natural and built shade systems can reduce heat exposure, improve outdoor usability, and support health, equity, and climate goals.

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Maglin Site Furniture Inc.

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Thermal Breaks in Cladding Support Attachment Assemblies (Recorded Webinar)

This course delves into the use of thermal breaks and thermal clips as a way to address the issues of thermal bridging and heat loss through the building envelope.

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Northern Facades Ltd.