Posted on June 11th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
The intent of this standard is to educate by providing clear illustrations and concise commentary on the principles involved to facilitate effective installation practice, when the unit manufacturer has not provided such detail in their instructions.
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Posted on June 10th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
“While this new finish cannot replicate all of the properties and design elements of terra cotta, we can offer a paint finish on wall panels that looks and feels like the real thing. And, we can do it at a cost that may better fit projects where terra cotta is desired, but cannot be afforded.”
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Posted on June 9th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
Registered members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) who successfully complete the online course may earn 1.0 Learning Unit with Continuing Education Systems (CES).
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Posted on June 9th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
Hamilton Ink Spot features Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum’s merchandise for sale, as well as a co-op space for Twin Cities artists to create and exhibit their original posters, cards, clothing and other printed work.
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Posted on June 6th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
While HPDs focus on raw materials in a product, PTDs focus on a finished product delivered to a job site.
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Posted on June 4th, 2014 by heatherwestpr
Tim McMenamin joins Tubelite Inc. as Lean Champion helping to drive efficiency and quality, improve productivity and optimize the company’s value stream.
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Posted on June 3rd, 2014 by heatherwestpr
All children of employees of AAMA member companies are eligible to obtain this financial aid for higher education in pursuit of a degree in an engineering or technical field relating to the building products industry. Applicants are judged on grade point average, college entrance exam scores and a 500-word essay.
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Posted on June 3rd, 2014 by heatherwestpr
Many designers and manufacturers desire to move to the next level of inclusion using the principles of Universal Design (UD).
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Posted on June 3rd, 2014 by heatherwestpr
Rockfon Koral panels are well suited to create modular ceiling designs such as open-plan offices, retail centers, commercial kitchens and baths, long corridors, large classrooms, and convention centers.
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Posted on June 2nd, 2014 by heatherwestpr
“U360’s winning entries exemplify work that’s worth the paper it’s printed on.”
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