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Bamboo: A Sustainable Choice for Building Materials

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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Health, Safety, & Welfare with Modular Masonry Fireplace Systems

Health, Safety, & Welfare with Modular Masonry Fireplace Systems

Explore modular masonry fireplace components, options, and designs as well as the construction specifications that ensure a safe installation.

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Lighting for Harsh & Hazardous Locations:  A Comprehensive Guide

Lighting for Harsh & Hazardous Locations: A Comprehensive Guide

Accurate classification of hazardous areas is essential for effective lighting design. Discover the crucial elements of specifying compliant and effective solutions.

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Basics of Moisture Movement Through the Building Enclosure

Basics of Moisture Movement Through the Building Enclosure

A complicated issue in building science is tackling moisture movement. Examine the role of different moisture control layers that can prevent unwanted moisture infiltration.

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Discreet Heat When and Where Needed

Discreet Heat When and Where Needed

Do better than minimizing the look of heating systems. Customizable electric heating systems provide energy-efficient solutions that harmonize with any architectural context.

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The Importance of Ventilation in Residential Metal & Cedar Roof Design

The Importance of Ventilation in Residential Metal & Cedar Roof Design

Proper drainage and ventilation are essential for roof longevity, energy efficiency, and beauty. Explore the use of a 3-D drainage and ventilation mat in metal and cedar roof assemblies.

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Sustainable Curb Appeal

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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ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Detectable Warning Surfaces

ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Detectable Warning Surfaces

Learn about detectable warning surfaces and how they help provide accessible public rights-of-way spaces.

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The Ins & Outs of Fully Automated Parking

The Ins & Outs of Fully Automated Parking

Conventional parking garages typically require big volumes and are not efficient with land use. Learn how automated parking systems work and their main benefits to all stakeholders.

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Redwood Lumber: Attributes, Applications, & Environmental Benefits

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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Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

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Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

Take an in-depth look at the sustainable and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions.

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 Westlake Royal Building Products

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

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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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 Surespan Limited

Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

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Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

Building owners rely on weatherable coatings to protect their buildings. Learn why PVDF resin-based coatings can help exceed design goals and contribute to sustainable design.

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 Arkema Inc.

Designing Sustainable Materials for Building Integration (Recorded Webinar)

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Designing Sustainable Materials for Building Integration (Recorded Webinar)

Learn about new and retrofit low-slope commercial roof assemblies that deliver long-term energy efficiency, a low lifetime carbon footprint, and robust building performance.

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 DuPont Performance Building Solutions

Cable Tray: Types, Application, and Code

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Cable Tray: Types, Application, and Code

Explore cable tray types and review their design considerations and code requirements.

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 Legrand

Concrete Masonry: The Energy Efficiency Solution

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Concrete Masonry: The Energy Efficiency Solution

Building envelopes constructed with concrete masonry create high-performance buildings that can exceed energy code requirements. Evaluate strategies to maximize energy performance.

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 Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA)

Security Pass-Through Systems: Types, Options, & Specifications

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Security Pass-Through Systems: Types, Options, & Specifications

Pass-through windows must protect employees while allowing smooth transactions with the public. Explore the options and learn how to specify the right security solution for any project.

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 Quikserv Corp.

Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems

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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems

Discover the beauty and durability of slate with rainscreen systems! Learn how this sustainable combo boosts energy efficiency, moisture control, and design versatility.

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 CUPACLAD

The Solar-Ready Roof: Optimize the Design

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The Solar-Ready Roof: Optimize the Design

There are two parts to a solar installation – the solar panels and the roof. Discover how careful roof design now supports effective power generation in the future.

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 S-5! Metal Roof Innovations, Ltd.

Electronic Locking Devices for Access Control Systems

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Electronic Locking Devices for Access Control Systems

Explore access control systems and learn how electrified door locking hardware integrates with electronic access controllers to secure designated areas and manage personnel entry during specific times.

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 Dortronics Systems, Inc.

Designing Beyond Compliance: Architecture for True Accessibility

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Designing Beyond Compliance: Architecture for True Accessibility

Go beyond minimum code requirements to create inclusive spaces that address physical, sensory, and cognitive needs through architectural design.

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 Ascension Wheelchair Lifts

The Role of Door Openings in Improving Resilient Design

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The Role of Door Openings in Improving Resilient Design

Manufacturers offer specialized doors designed to resist the impacts of blasts, tornadoes, and ballistics. Learn how steel doors can be utilized in a resilient design strategy.

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 AMBICO Limited

The Versatile Stage: Designing Transformable Performance Spaces

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The Versatile Stage: Designing Transformable Performance Spaces

Explore how stage flooring systems impact performer safety, accessibility, sustainability, and long-term venue adaptability.

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 American Harlequin Corporation - Harlequin Floors

8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

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8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

AEC professionals must assess the appropriate protection level for buildings investing in security, like bullet-resistant barriers, based on surroundings, industry, and client needs while maximizing investment.

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 Total Security Solutions

Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

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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

Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 3

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Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 3

Understanding energy creation, distribution, and consumption transitions is key to sustainable transitional energy planning (STEP). Here STEP and emerging systems are explored.

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