Posted on November 22nd, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Philadelphia’s new mixed-use tower on schedule for June 2014, on track for LEED Silver
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Posted on November 19th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
On Tues., Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Pacific), the webinar will feature a Q&A on the Green Building Initiative (GBI) Green Globes® Rating System, moderated by Erin Shaffer, GBI consultant.
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Posted on November 18th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
The innovative, composite framing delivers R5 performance for operable units and R6 for fixed windows to support buildings’ goals for energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
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Posted on November 15th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“The standard addresses a common building application where an exterior door is installed into a masonry/concrete opening. This standard practice will be welcomed by architects, manufacturers, installation contractors and building code officials alike.”
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Posted on November 11th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Maximizing performance, minimizing field labor and allowing designers to choose the ideal system depth, face width and thermal barrier, these unitized curtainwall and window wall systems are fabricated for quick, easy installation and are backed with a standard limited warranty of up to 10 years. Terra cotta rain screen panels offer complementary sustainable design advantages and can be factory-installed into INvision unitized curtainwall.
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Posted on October 30th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Implementation date extended to January 2015; Window and skylight criteria adjusted
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Posted on October 29th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Highly insulating fenestration technologies could reduce energy by 18 percent
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Posted on October 28th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“These advantages include energy efficiency, recyclability/sustainability, cost advantages, freedom of design, strength to weight ratio and the plethora of colors and finishes available in the marketplace. Throughout this white paper, it’s easily understandable as to why aluminum extrusions have been used by design professionals for decades.”
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Posted on October 24th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
90-degree thermal strip in a single step, wider material for greater thermal efficiency, and pour-and-debridge with lancing for improved adhesion
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Posted on October 16th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
The adoption of the reference standard means the IRC will now have five distinct categories of sunrooms for the purpose of uniformly applying the code’s requirements to patio covers, sun porches, sunrooms, solariums and conservatories that have been a very popular choice for homeowners who want to add recreational space to their homes by enclosing a porch, deck or patio area.
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