Autodesk focuses on retrofit projects
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Autodesk’s updates to its Green Building Studio and Guide to Sustainable Design were planned to support sustainable retrofit of existing buildings. The Green Building Studio now provides weather data for more than a million worldwide locations. The updated web site [http://usa.autodesk.com] for the Guide to Sustainable Design now features expanded content with best practices for improving performance of existing buildings and a new interactive user interface. Visitors can virtually “walk through” all phases of a design or renovation/retrofit project - viewing relevant key decision points at each stage of the building lifecycle that affect energy efficiency, water efficiency and carbon emissions. www.autodesk.com |
Owens Corning announces over 70 % recycled in PINK FIBERGLAS®
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With an additional 10% recycled content, Owens Corning residential and commercial insulation products in Canada are now made of at least 70% recycled glass content – the highest recycled content for fiberglass insulation in Canada. Many of the company’s insulation products also meet the requirements of GREENGUARDSM and GREENGUARD Children and Schools – tested and certified to meet stringent criteria for indoor air quality. |
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Armstrong’s HEALTH ZONE ULTIMA delivers acoustical performance and a washable ceiling panel
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The new the 2’x 2’ Health Zone Ultima ceiling panel by Armstrong Ceilings is finished with a water-repellant paint for easy cleaning, and has sound absorption and blocking properties [Noise Reduction Coefficient [NRC] of 0.70, and a Ceiling Attenuation Class [CAC] of 35] that the company says promote speech privacy and enhances the healing environment in healthcare spaces. The ceiling panels incorporate BioBlock, an antimicrobial treatment that inhibits the growth of mould, mildew and Gram-positive and Gram-negative odour/stain-causing bacteria. Health Zone Ultima meets the credit requirements of the Materials & Resources and Environmental Quality sections of the Green Guide for Healthcare [GGHC], has 70% - 80% recycled content, and is 100% recyclable. |
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GeoSmart offers new hydronic heating units
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GeoSmart Energy has expanded its line of high-efficiency Premium H® [hydronic] water-to-water units. The larger 8-15 Ton Dual Stage models [HT] provide quiet, consistent and comfortable heating when used for radiant floor heating in large homes and commercial buildings. The Premium H® will also provide domestic hot water, pool and/or spa heating and ice and snow melt. They feature Environmentally Friendly R-410A Refrigerant, FX10 Microprocessor Based Control, TXV Expansion Device, Compact High Efficiency Plate-Type Heat Exchanger and Dual Scroll Single-Stage Compressors. H® Units are EnergyStar Rated and Safety Listed with ETL/CSA. Info: www.geosmartenergy.com |
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Sustainable Energy’s SUNERGY inverters power largest rooftop PV system in western Canada
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Sustainable Energy Technologies Ltd. has released two versions of its extra low-voltage inverter: the SUNERGY ELV 208 [120V] and SUNERGY LV 208 [150V]. Both are rooftop mountable inverters that operate in extreme temperatures ranging from minus 40°C to plus 50°C. Traditional inverters operate inside at voltages as high as 600V. The SUNERGY inverters generate power yield improvement of 3% to 5% over high-voltage products. The roof-mounted, low-voltage inverters mean safer solutions for higher system availability throughout the year and simpler, lower cost maintenance. Info: www.sustainableenergy.com |
Firestone offers green roof upgra-de EnviroReady Roofing System & Warranty
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Firestone’s EnviroReady Roofing System and Warranty program lets users install a high quality conventional roof today and upgrade it with green roofing technology, including photovoltaic and garden systems, for up to seven years from installation. This limited warranty can be applied to pre-approved conventional Firestone RubberGard EPDM roofing systems and UltraPly TPO roofing systems. The program also covers inspections before and after installation of new green upgrades. Firestone also provides premium system offerings with 20-, 25- and 30- year warranty options to help users achieve their sustainable building goals. Info: www.firestonebpco.ca |
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Forbo entrance systems reduce maintenance, increase floor life
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Forbo Flooring Systems’ Nuway and Coral building entrance products reduce floor care water and chemical usage, and maintenance costs, while increasing the life and sustainable performance of a building’s flooring. Nuway rigid engineered reversible mats, for high-traffic entrance areas, remove soil and grit from shoes or wheeled vehicles. The textile-based Coral product represents a range of “clean-off” entrance system products designed with complementary colours that integrate with any design scheme. Info: www.forboflooringNA.com, cheryl.christino@forbo.com |
GREENBUILD SPECIAL PRODUCT REPORT
The US Green Building Council’s highly successful Greenbuild conference in Phoenix November 10-14 included a large trade expo of over 1,000 exhibitors. Here is a brief review of some of the products on display.
SunWave™ Daylighting SystemThe new SunWave™ Daylighting System by Firestone Energy Solutions, a division of Firestone Building Products Company, has over 4,000 tiny prisms per square foot in the dome that refract direct sunlight while allowing the highest visible light transmittance. The company claims the product can decrease energy use from lighting by up to 70% during daylight hours while increasing visual comfort for building occupants. www.firestonebplac.com |
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InterfaceFLOR Expands Third-Party Verified EPD to More StylesInterfaceFLOR Canada, Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of modular carpet, and the first North American carpet manufacturer to receive a third-party verified Environmental Product Declaration [EPD®], has achieved a second EPD for post consumer recycled-content products. Today, all InterfaceFLOR products under the Convert™ design platform, manufactured with either Nylon 6,6 or Nylon 6, are covered under an EPD. The EPD uses full lifecycle assessment. InterfaceFLOR also has a Mission Zero™ promise of no environmental impact [including getting off oil] by the year 2020. www.interfaceflor.ca |
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Quantum™ maximizes light efficiencyLutron’s Quantum prevents wasted lighting energy by maximizing the efficient use of light in your building. Quantum automatically dims or switches all electric lighting and controls daylight using automated window shades. Quantum manages, monitors, and reports on all the lighting usage in your building for optimal energy performance and productivity while minimizing maintenance and operating costs. www.lutron.com |
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DC FlexZone grid system gives low-voltage power distributionThe DC FlexZone, a new ceiling grid system by Armstrong Ceilings, distributes safe, low voltage direct current [DC] power to lighting fixtures, sensors, and other electrical devices in the ceiling. It allows interior space reconfigurations without the need to rewire, and can accommodate new energy-saving devices, such as LED lighting and controls, and renewable power sources. Available in Armstrong grid designs Suprafine® T-bar and Silhouette® bolt-slot. On a related note … Armstrong’s Greenbuild booth, a funky 60s-era VW cardboard van was turned into mulch at the conclusion of the show! www.armstrong.com TOP OF PAGE |
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Tandus turns windshield waste into carpet backingThe new ethos™ carpet backing for modular carpet by Tandus is made from waste car windshields and safety glass. Tandus collaborated with Kaiser Permanente to engineer and test the thermoplastic polymer derived from the film layer of shatterproof glass, making it the first to reclaim the high-performance material that previously had no commercial end of life application. ethos is a non-chlorinated thermoplastic that can be closed-loop recycled repeatedly through the Tandus Floore™ recycling program. www.tandus.com |
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Drivable Grass® a plantable concrete pavement systemDrivable Grass® is a permeable, flexible and plantable concrete pavement system for use in commercial or residential applications where a vegetated surface is desired for aesthetic or sustainable reasons. It allows infiltration and filtration of storm water to the sub-soil and reduces run-off. The product can be used for driveways, parking areas, fire lanes and landscaping stabilization. |
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Software keeps instant tabs on energy useiBPortal™, by software company Quality Attributes, is a web-based tool that displays live data gauges to show building managers the energy efficiency or consumption of their properties to help them reduce costs and increase return on investment. Users can also view 2D or 3D system animation to learn how to get energy savings from PV, HVAC, geothermal, and daylighting. iBPortal™ has modules that can combine historical building performance data with current data to demonstrate ongoing building performance to the average person. www.qualityattributes.com |
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Condensing tankless water heater super-efficientNoritz America Corp’s new super-efficient tankless heater uses condensing technology that the company claims yields 93% energy efficiency versus 60% of a typical tank water heater. The main component of this new technology is the super heat exchanger, which is actually two heat exchangers fused into one. The primary heat exchanger is comprised of copper and secondary is stainless steel. |
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3M window films designed to save energy3M claims that the clear, metal-free window films in its Prestige Series block up to 59% of the sun’s heat, and up to 99.9% of harmful UV rays. Being metal free, the films do not corrode in humid environments, and help reduce the typical interference problems with cell phones and other electronic devices. In addition, the 3M Sun Control Window Film Night Vision Series maximizes sun control capabilities but tones down interior reflectivity for unimpeded views, and can eliminate the need for heavy window coverings. |
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PPG/Pittsburgh PaintsPittsburgh Paint’s Pure Performance® is a zero-VOC, very low-odour paint that is Eco-Logo™ and MPI® - certified. Its Manor Hall® Timeless® Exterior product is a low-odour, low-VOC self-priming paint that covers in one coat and has a lifetime guarantee. www.ppg.com |
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Toto EcoPower and Smart Sensors conserve electricity and waterTOTO’s EcoPower technology harnesses the kinetic energy of running water to power hands-free faucet and flush valves that eliminate routine battery replacement and the need for hard wiring, with its attendant labour and monthly electrical costs. Moreover, the Helix wall-mount fixture design incorporates an infrared pulse to detect when hands are placed directly under the spout before releasing water, and shuts off immediately when hands are removed. In addition, the TOTO Smart Sensor sets its own detection range when installed thus eliminating the need for ongoing maintenance. www.totousa.com |
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Nora releases 6in. rubber sanitary baseNora Systems, Inc. has introduced a 6in. rubber sanitary base that, being 2in. higher than the standard 4in. base, meets the stringent hygienic demands of operating rooms and procedure rooms. The base has extremely low VOC emission levels and offers a 12-colour palette that coordinates with nora’s most popular healthcare floor coverings. www.nora.com |
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Drywall panel features phase change technologyNational Gypsum has introduced its ThermalCORE™ Panel with Micronal® PCM, a phase change material from BASF Corporation that gives the drywall panel thermal mass properties. Micronal® PCM is a microencapsulated high-purity paraffin wax that changes phase from solid to liquid at 73° F, absorbing thermal energy to help moderate a room’s temperature, similar to an ice cube melting and absorbing heat to keep a drink cool. When temperatures fall, the wax solidifies and releases heat. This alternating process of melting and solidifying allows ThermalCORE to absorb daytime temperature peaks, ideally providing a more consistent room temperature. The product is now in field trials. www.thermalcore.info |
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Boomerang paint gets EcoLogo certification
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The Boomerang brand of recycled water based paints has obtained EcoLogo certification. Manufactured by Laurentide Inc., the Canadian leader in the recovery and recycling of household paint, the company claims that Boomerang Paint has very low VOC content, is made from unused portions of reclaimed domestic paint, generates four times fewer greenhouse gas [GHG] emissions than does the production of traditional paint, and is about half the price of equivalent new paint.
Info: www.societelaurentide.com
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Philips launches LED Architectural Floodlights
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New LED solutions offer unmatched light output for cost-effective exterior illumination for large-scale exterior applications. The ‘Reach Powercor’ series has a light output of more than 8,500 lumens, light projection over 700 feet at 2700 K and is available in eight colors.
Reversible solar blinds improve window performance
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According to Krumpers Solar Solutions, its Canadian-designed and manufactured Climate Control Solar Blinds™ can increase the efficiency of windows in both summer and winter in any building. In summer the blinds are positioned so that the silver [aluminum] side faces out reflecting 72% of radiant heat, 65% of solar gain and 92% of damaging UV rays back through the window. In winter the blinds are reversed so that the silver side faces in to reflect radiant heat back into the building. The blinds still allow unobstructed views and natural light, and have performed well in the Sahtu center located on the Artic Circle.
Info: info@krumpers.ca
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Ecomix: Cement with recycled content
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Ecomix Mortar uses calcium sulfate to replace more than 50% of the Portland cement share used in the product. Calcium sulfate is an industrial by-product that is recycled from an aluminum manufacturing process.
Info: www.ecomix.ca
Stiebel Eltron introduces latest Tempra® Series Tankless heater
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Stiebel Eltron’s next generation Tempra® and new Tempra® Plus models on-demand, electric water heaters have output to 140°F, upgraded heavy-duty electronics, single flow sensor, and an easy access hinged cover. Tempra® Plus models also offer a digital display for °F or °C readout and Advanced Flow Control™ to automatically adjust flow rate to maintain set point temperature. These products can also be a backup for solar thermal systems, and have a three-year warranty.
Info: www.stiebel-eltron-USA.com
Knauf launches Sustainable Building Insulation Products in Canada
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Knauf Insulation is now offering a full line of sustainable building insulation products to Canadian markets. The products, including EcoBatt® Glasswool Insulation for residential and light commercial use and Jet Stream® blowing wool, use a new bio-based binder called ECOSE® Technology that requires 70% less manufacturing energy and contains no phenol, formaldehyde, acrylics or artificial colours typically found in traditional fiber glass insulation. With a distinctive brown colour, EcoBatt Insulation contains a minimum of 35%, and up to 50%, post consumer recycled bottle glass.
Info: www.knaufinsulation.ca
Better performance low-speed wind turbine for homes and businesses
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EarthTronics announced the Honeywell Wind Turbine, an innovative wind energy system for home and business owners that has a higher performance output and lower installed cost per kilowatt than any other unit on the market.
The Honeywell Wind Turbine eliminates traditional wind turbine gear box, shaft and generators. Its gearless, “free wheeling” turbine generates power from the blade tips as opposed to the centre shaft. This allows power to be generated at wind speeds between 2-45 mph. The Blade Tip Power System also provides greater efficiency at reduced cost. Info: earthtronics.com/ honeywell.aspx
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Insulated steel wall makes Top 10 green building products
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The Las Vegas-based kama Energy Efficient Building Systems, Inc. [kama-EEBS™] has designed a wall that integrates light gauge steel stud framing and expanded polystyrene [EPS] into building sections that can be used to construct an airtight building envelope of high thermal performance.
kama-EEBS Structural Systems relatively lightweight characteristics and off-site manufacture, combined with its delivery of impressive R values, put kama-EEBS Structural System in the top 10 list of the 2009 Green Building Products by Sustainable Industries magazine in the U.S available in Canada.
Info: www.vivodepot. com
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Data box gets real small in raised floors
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FreeAxez has partnered with Thomas & Betts, a premier electrical component manufacturer, to provide the Ultra-Shallow Power/Voice/Data Floor box designed to fit in the FreeAxez 1.6in. raised floor system.
Info: www.freeaxez.com/PF1.html
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Solar simulation program
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Waterloo, ON-based Viessmann Manufacturing Company Inc. is providing a solar simulation program, ESOP NA 4.0, to assist solar professionals with the planning and design of Viessmann solar heating systems. The program comes with 12 standard system configurations for solar DHW, solar pool heating, and combination systems that include DHW, spacing heating and/or pool heating. ESOP includes climate data for locations across North America as well as product specifications for all Viessmann solar collectors, DHW storage tanks, and boilers. The program estimates solar energy production, solar fraction, energy savings, and average CO2 reduction. Info: www.viessmann.ca
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Cooper Lighting sconces go high recycled
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Cooper Lighting has introduced a new series of Shaper wall sconces offering recycled glass, recycled resin, LED lamps and recycled luminaire components.
The recycled glass contains 98%-100% post-industrial recycled materials. The resin is 100% recycled resin, and the resin manufacturing process uses water that has been recycled in a closed-loop system, saving over 21 million gallons of fresh water each year. Decorative Elements with botanicals [Bamboo Rings and Paper Leaf] are made from sustainable, cultivated crops. The aluminum trim ring uses up to 80% recycled aluminum with no secondary surface finishes and is easy to recycle at the end of the product’s life.
Info: john.bouls@cooper industries.com
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Wishbone Recycled-content seating incorporates LED lighting
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BC-based WISHBONE site furnishings, whose products incorporate recycled plastic, have added LED lighting to its line of park benches giving them a two-in-one function of rest for the weary and night lighting and security. The lighting in mounted beneath the bench seat and directed down to eliminate glare. Info: www.wishboneltd.com
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Envira-North introduces the world’s most efficient large
ceiling ventilation fans
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Ontario’s Envira-North Systems Limited has unveiled its new line of high volume low speed [HVL] Altra-Air fans that incorporates Tubercle Technology™ [developed by Toronto-based WhalePower] on the fan blades, an example of biomimicry – advanced engineering inspired by the bumps on the leading edge of Humpback whale flippers.
“The Altra-Air fans destratify air more efficiently to even out the temperature in any big space and make it a lot more comfortable,” said Envira-North CEO, Monica Bowden. The company claims the fans are very quiet, use 20% less electricity, and lower the costs of heating and cooling by 35%.
The fans, in sizes from 8 ft. to 24 ft., have a five-bladed design and qualify for a number of different energy efficient incentives for both new builds and retrofits, which can reduce the cost of the fan by over 70%.
Visit: www.enviranorth.com
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Green Genie™ from Armstrong Ceilings helps speed product selection and LEED calculations
Armstrong Ceilings has introduced the Green Genie™, a new interactive, product evaluation web tool that allows users to find sustainable ceiling options and LEED® credit information quickly and easily. The tool lets users research, calculate and document which Armstrong ceiling product best meets the environmental criteria of their project. It even completes the submittal process by producing a LEED documentation letter for inclusion in the specification.
“Our customers can use Green Genie™ to not only identify environmentally sensitive products that meet their needs, but also to calculate the contribution of those products toward LEED credits,” states Joann Davis Brayman, VP Marketing for Commercial Ceilings.
Visit: armstrong.com/greengenie
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Homasote’s 440 SoundBarrier receives low- emitting certification
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Homasote’s 440 SoundBarrier has received low-emitting certification from the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS), allowing the product to be used for environmentally-conscious classroom construction where indoor air quality is a concern. It has also launched DesignWall 440®, a cost-effective prefinished interior panelling comprised of Guilford of Maine FR 701® fabric laminated to 440 SoundBarrier fiberboard. The new DesignWall 440 line is designed for applications that call for less stringent fire ratings of the finished panels.
Visit www.Homasote.com
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Green Glue launches new noiseproofing website
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The Green Glue Company, a producer of sound isolation caulking, sealants, clips and tape for residential and commercial noiseproofing, has launched its new web site, www.greengluecompany.com, as a resource on noiseproofing and solutions for consumers, architects and building professionals.
“Much of the science behind soundproofing is misunderstood. The information on our new site not only informs, but also helps put into context how sound works and why Green Glue products offer the most cost-effective and highest performing noiseproofing results," says Brian Ravnaas, Green Glue Technical Innovation Manager.
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Hycrete certified for potable water applications
Hycrete Inc. has received NSF 61 Certification for its family of products used to integrally waterproof concrete construction and prevent corrosion, without need for external membranes and coatings. With NSF 61 Certification from NSF International, Hycrete’s products can be used in concrete tanks of volume 200,000 gallons or greater, hot or cold water, with any admixture dosage less than or equal to 3 gallons per cubic yard.
“In addition to our Cradle to Cradle™ Certification, NSF 61’s rigorous compliance standards further validates the environmentally friendly, non-toxic aspects of Hycrete,” said Dr. David Darwin, Hycrete Inc.’s vice president of Research and Development.
Visit: www.hycrete.com.
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Composite recycled outdoor furniture from BC
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BC manufacturer Wishbone Industries produces outdoor site furnishings such as benches, receptacles and picnic tables made from household waste such as milk jugs and pop cans. Its Mountain Classic Bench contains about 1,500 pop cans and 500 plastic food and beverage containers. Aluminum castings are also recycled.
Info: www.wishboneltd.com/Photo-Gallery.html
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Armstrong introduces most rapidly renewable acoustical ceiling
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Armstrong Ceilings has introduced Tierra™, the ceiling industry’s most rapidly renewable acoustical ceiling that features an exclusive BioAcoustic™ substrate made from jute, a natural fibre that grows from seed to harvest in 90 days. Tierra has the highest rapidly renewable content in the industry at 45%, contributing to LEED® MR 6 credit. It is also recyclable at the end of its service life through the Armstrong Ceiling Recycling Program, and has a high post-consumer recycled content of 23%, contributing to LEED MR 4.1, 4.2 credits. Other characteristics include:
- Cradle to Cradle™ Silver certification from MBDC based on life cycle analysis of environmental impact,
- a high Noise Reduction Coefficient [NRC] of 0.85, and a high Light Reflectance [LR] value of 0.88 that can reduce the energy required for lighting,
- no-added formaldehyde, a Class A fire rating, and humidity-resistant HumiGuard® properties to reduce the possibility of sagging, and
- offered in 2’x 2’ and 2’x 4’ lay-in panels to install in typical acoustical suspended ceilings.
Info: laneal@armstrong.com ; www.armstrong.com/tierra
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Haws Hydration Station has hygienic design
The new Hydration Station by Haws offers a touch-free hygienic alterative to bottled water. Hands-free and sensor operated, the station’s nozzle, drain and other key components are anti-microbially treated using the natural protection of silver that guards against the growth of mould and mildew on the treated components. Before water reaches the hydration station nozzle, it runs through a filter to remove sediment, chlorine taste and odour. Users simply place a bottle or glass under the nozzle for a pure stream of ‘polished’ water. When the container is moved away, the water stream automatically shuts off.
Info: www.dobbinsales.com
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Pure Screen™ window fabric cleans the air
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Pure Screen™ sun control fabric, available from Sun Glow Window Covering Products of Canada Ltd., has a special coating that converts harmful gases [formaldehyde, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide and others] and bad odours to water and carbon dioxide through a catalytic process. Pure Screen™ contains no CFC or PVC, and the porous polymer coating has no solvents or formaldehyde. The product can be used wherever elevated levels of airborne irritants and chemicals may be present such as in long term care facilities and hospitals. Sun Glow also distributes GreenGuard-certified window coverings.
Info: www.sunglowwindowcoverings.com
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American Clay receives product patent
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New Mexico-based American Clay Enterprises, Inc. has received a US patent for its natural earthen plaster formulation comprised of various clays, aggregates, and optionally fibers, and applications thereof.
Before creating American Clay, co-founder Croft Elsaesser suffered from chronic headaches and breathing problems, symptoms of what experts started to realize was due to toxic substances in finishes, and finally dubbed "sick building syndrome". With the creation of the all-natural earth plaster, people could work (and live) in a healthy environment. Additionally, he wanted to create an easy-to-use and highly-consistent material. In Canada the natural wall finish is available in Alberta, BC and Ontario.
Check: http://www.americanclay.com/wheretobuy/index.html
Info: julie@dubroworks.com
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Nora expands Color Range of GreenGuard products
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nora systems, Inc., manufacturer of nora® rubber flooring, recently recolourized its popular norament® 925 grano line and expanded the floor covering’s colour range from 20 to 32 new colours.
The palette of traditional as well as bright new hues represents major colour families, including beige, grey, black, blue, green, yellow, orange and red. The new colour range features a hammered surface and nondirectional confetti design and is available in tiles and stairtreads.
Like all nora flooring, norament 925 grano does not contain PVC. With an extremely dirt and stain resistant surface, the floor never needs waxing or sealing, ensuring easy cleaning with lower maintenance costs. The product is also GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® and contributes to healthier indoor air.
Info: carol.d.fudge@nora.com
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PPG introduces SOLARBAN 80 OPTIBLUE glass
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PPG Industries has introduced Solarban 80 Optiblue glass, presenting two new aesthetic and performance options:
- Solarban 80 coating on the second surface of an Optiblue glass substrate with a clear interior lite: In a standard one-inch insulating glass unit, this pairing generates a light, steel blue-green appearance with visible light transmittance [VL] of 34% and a solar heat-gain coefficient [SHGC] of 0.20. The resulting light-to-solar gain [LSG] ratio of 1.70 is well above the U.S. Department of Energy’s 1.25 LSG threshold for spectrally selective glass.
- Solarban 80 coating on the second surface of an Optiblue glass substrate with an Optiblue interior lite: This combination delivers a rich, steel-blue tint with VLT of 25 percent, a SHGC of 0.20 and an LSG ratio of 1.23.
Info: www.ppgideascapes.com
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WATERMILL™ PULLS WATER FROM THE AIR
Kelowna-based Element Four’s WaterMill, a new air-to-water generator, pulls moisture from the air outside the home and, through the process of condensation, turns it into pure, fresh drinking water.
is now nounces that the product will be available commercially this fall. Designed to combat the worldwide shortage of clean drinking water, the WaterMill Under ideal conditions, the WaterMill produces 12 litres of water per day – enough to meet the daily drinking needs of a family of six. At a cost of approximately three cents per litre, the average operating cost of 35 cents a day is a fraction of that of bottled water, which averages around $4.00 per day for the same amount of water.
Made with self-purifying technologies and employing the latest antimicrobial processes, the WaterMill delivers fresh and healthy water to users every day. The WaterMill is a sustainable water solution that provides consumers with a reliable, cost effective supply of clean and healthy water.
The company plans to use the core technology of the WaterMill to develop an entire line of products, for use on and off the grid.
Info: www.elementfour.com
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Armstrong first to offer FSC- certified wood ceilin
