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January 5, 2009 Waterproof Quickly and Efficiently in Cold Climates with MEL-ROL® LM (ALL SEASON) Hampshire, IL – MEL-ROL LM (ALL SEASON) from W. R. MEADOWS is a single-component, polymer modified, cold-applied, liquid waterproofing membrane ideal for below-grade vertical applications. We have taken the same high quality rubber polymers found in MEADOWS' successful MEL-ROL "peel and stick" membrane, and converted them into a heavy bodied, high solids, quick drying liquid membrane. With MEL-ROL LM (ALL SEASON), installation time is reduced, utilizing either a spray or roller application. MEL-ROL LM (ALL SEASON) can be used on new and remedial waterproofing applications on concrete or masonry block substrates. Application can be performed in colder weather when water-based products cannot be used. MEL-ROL LM (ALL SEASON) is available in five-gallon pails. Fifty-five gallon drums are also available by special order. The family of MEL-ROL products also includes MEL-ROL rolled, self-adhering waterproofing membrane and MEL-ROL LM single component, water-based, polymer-modified, cold-applied, waterproofing membrane for standard temperature applications. For more information on MEL-ROL LM (ALL SEASON) and the family of MEL-ROL products, call (847) 214-2100, e-mail wrmil@wrmeadows.com, or visit www.wrmeadows.com. More
January 5, 2009 HACKER INDUSTRIES, INC. MOVES TO NEW CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Newport Beach, Calif. – December 30, 2008 – To accommodate the company’s continuing growth, Hacker Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of gypsum concrete floor underlayments, self-leveling underlayments and sound control systems, is relocating its corporate office in Newport Beach, Calif. Effective December 31, 2008, Hacker Industries, Inc. will be located at: 1600 Newport Center Drive Suite 275 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Hacker Industries, Inc., now in it’s 25th year, will move the company’s operations, business development, advertising, marketing and human resources departments. “The move allows all of our departments to work together seamlessly while accommodating the growth of the company,” said Kerry Hacker, Vice President of Hacker Industries, Inc. Since 1983, Hacker Industries, Inc. has supplied value to the construction industry by delivering only the highest quality cementitious floor underlayments. The full line of FIRM-FILL Gypsum Concretes, GYP-SPAN Radiant and sound control products provide the solution to the most demanding project specifications. Hacker Floor Underlayments are listed in over 86 UL floor/ceiling assemblies and achieve excellent STC and IIC sound ratings. For more information about Hacker Industries, Inc. or for the name of a Licensed Applicator in your area, please call (800) 642-3455, visit www.HackerIndustries.com or e-mail info@hackerindustries.com. More
December 29, 2008 DECK-O-DRAIN® Provides Your Pool Deck with Watertight, Easy-to-Install Drainage Hampshire, IL – DECK-O-DRAIN drainage system provides an effective drainage system for concrete pool decks. Wherever specified, the system effectively collects and carries water away quickly from pool decks and other patio areas. Made of tough, long lasting PVC, the DECK-O-DRAIN system resists wear and is non-corrosive. Both the deck and subgrade receive watertight protection. The unique non-directional design of DECK-O-DRAIN eliminates the need for right or left fittings. One attachment can be used for both by simply facing it in the direction needed. A flat contour profile allows a tight fit against any wall. DECK-O-DRAIN drainage system installs easily. There are no trenches to dig or deep excavations to make. DECK-O-DRAIN can be used as a screed rail in final flatwork preparation. The product is ideal for use on pool decks, driveways, patios, etc. - anywhere water collects and needs to be carried away. DECK-O-DRAIN is available in several different colors, including black, dura-white, desert tan, and stone gray. Also available is Signature Series Redwood, which features a wood grain finish and increased protection from pool chemicals and ultraviolet light. For more information, contact DECK-O-SEAL, a division of W. R. MEADOWS, INC. at P.O. Box 397, Hampshire, Illinois 60140; phone: (800) 542-POOL; fax: (847) 214-2268; sales@deckoseal.com, or visit www.deckoseal.com. More
December 15, 2008 Whirlpool Corporation Helps Carnegie Mellon Students Capture EPA’s Building Challenge Award BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Dec. 15, 2008) — The Carnegie Mellon University Solar Decathlon team recently won the 2008 Environmental Protections Agency’s (EPA) Lifecycle Building Challenge Award in the “Student-Built” category. Their prize-winning entry, TriPod, is a prefabricated house alternative outfitted with Whirlpool ENERGY STAR(R) qualified appliances. The award recognizes building design and innovation that minimizes waste, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while reusing local building materials and promoting adaptability in design. The ‘zero-energy house’ uses passive solar conditioning, super-insulated walls and windows, daylighting and Whirlpool and KitchenAid brand energy-efficient appliances. TriPod, which also won the Outstanding Achievement Award: Best Greenhouse Gas Reduction Design, reduces the average electricity consumption by 75 to 90 percent, compared to that of a standard-built house of equal size. TriPod’s mechanical “core” manages multiple “pods” used for living cooking and sleeping spaces. As a result of this modular design, homeowners can now add or subtract pods to meet individual needs. In addition to energy savings, a prefabricated house has only minimal leakage and causes less damage to the house’s physical site. “The EPA’s Lifecycle Building Challenge competition recognizes innovative green building and energy-efficient ways of reducing the building industry’s carbon footprint,” said Brian Kish, student construction manager of TriPod. “Whirlpool’s energy-efficient appliances were essential in meeting the goal of reducing energy consumption, a key component of the building competition. As a young architect, it’s exciting to partner with an industry leader like Whirlpool Corporation to bring sustainability to the forefront of the building industry.” In October 2007, as part of its ongoing commitment to the development of energy- and water-efficient homes, Whirlpool Corporation contributed its KitchenAid, Maytag and Whirlpool brand appliances to four additional university teams competing in the Solar Decathlon: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Colorado at Boulder and University of Cincinnati. The Solar Decathlon is an international collegiate competition where architecture and engineering student teams compete to design, build and operate highly energy-efficient, completely solar-powered houses that incorporate building-integrated photovoltaics. For information on Whirlpool Corporation and its sustainable offerings for builders, visit insideadvantage.com/sustainable or call 1-800-253-3977. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of more than $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and 69 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977. More
December 12, 2008 Changing the Face of Concrete in the Sunshine State Nawkaw adds a new representative for sales in Florida Bogart, Georgia (Nawkaw Corporation) December 11, 2008 – Nawkaw hired Mel Robinson, of Orlando, Florida, to handle all product and service requests for the State of Florida. Mel comes to Nawkaw with an extensive background in the construction industry. Beginning in 1997, his position with Dura-Loc Roofing Systems, Ltd. as a Regional Manager gave him the opportunity to develop relationships with customers and contractors throughout 13 states, including Florida. Moving on to Tek-Rail in 2000, he was responsible for implementing a PVC rail system within the state of Florida. Mel comes to us from Leesburg Concrete Company, where he worked alongside developers, contractors, architects and project management groups, including those established within the government, county and educational sectors. His previous experience will be of great value to the Nawkaw operations within the state. With over 20 years of experience in the design/build, construction and concrete industries, both in the US and Europe, Mel is sure to become the source for Nawkaw product information and service from the panhandle to the keys. Mel’s history of working with architects and specifiers will help facilitate any concrete forming and color staining projects throughout Florida, from Jacksonville to the Florida Keys. The representative for the Florida panhandle is Nathaniel Jones, Southeast Regional Manager. Mr. Jones also represents the states of Georgia and Alabama. To contact Mel Robinson, please phone toll free to 800-905-2692. He can also be reached by cell at 407-212-1766 or by email at mel.robinson@nawkaw.com. About Nawkaw Corporation: Nawkaw Corporation has been in the US for 21 years and is the leader in masonry and concrete color treatment. Using our own lab tested proprietary products and labor force we offer a 25-year warranty on product and labor. Nawkaw’s products are considered to be the standard for masonry and concrete color applications. The process is utilized in decorative re-coloring, renovation, restoration, and corrective coloring projects. Nawkaw is proud to be the Official US Distributor for RECKLI formliners. Nawkaw also supplies supporting products like demoulding materials, formliners adhesive and cleansers. Reckli has been the world leader in formliner manufacturing for over 40 years, with distributors worldwide. More
December 2, 2008 Cadac Group introduces the Organice Solution Accelerator The Cadac Group, a leading Microsoft Gold Certified Partner developing Organice, a SharePoint based engineering document management solution, announces the release of the Organice Solution Accelerator. The Cadac Group, a leading Microsoft Gold Certified Partner developing Organice, a SharePoint based engineering document management solution, announces the release of the Organice Solution Accelerator. The Organice Solution Accelerator helps companies to accelerate their SharePoint deployment and to enhance their document management solution with valuable additional functionality. Document management implementations are often customized processes, requiring a lot of time and costs. Many organizations are unhappy with this approach and are looking for a standardized solution, based on best practices. A solution that is easy to implement, easy to deploy, can immediately be used and that fulfills the vast majority of their requirements. The Organice Solution Accelerator provides a standardized yet fully flexible SharePoint based document management solution for Architects, Engineering and Construction companies (AEC) and other project driven engineering industries, based on best practices. It accelerates the implementation process by automatically deploying the necessary SharePoint and Organice settings and tools. A site provisioning tool helps project managers to easily create new project sites, without the need to involve SharePoint experts. The included site templates are based on best practices and provide an efficient environment to manage project documents and collaborate with project partners. If needed, sites are automatically enabled for Organice Transmit to manage and control document distribution with transmittals. For customers that want to enhance their SharePoint document management solution, the Organice Solution Accelerator includes valuable additional functionality like Document Numbering and Rule Based Item Security. With Document Numbering, customers can automatically create document numbers according to their company standards. Rule Based Item Security helps to further define the security (authorization) on items, beyond the standard SharePoint security capabilities based on user roles. The Organice Solution Accelerator helps the AEC and other project driven engineering industries to easily deploy their SharePoint solution and benefit from efficient engineering document management, document control and project collaboration. The Organice Solution Accelerator is available to customers from November 2008. More
November 24, 2008 Whirlpool Corporation Takes Next Leap in Digital Design Offerings First Appliance Manufacturer to Offer 3-D Models in the Google Dynamic Component Collection BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Nov. 19, 2008) - Whirlpool Corporation’s dedicated program for building and design professionals, The Inside Advantage(TM), announces yet another first for the design community. The company is now the first appliance manufacturer to offer 3-D appliance models that comply with the new Google(R) SketchUp(TM) Dynamic Components standards, starting with the KitchenAid(R) Architect(R) Series II Suite. These new 3-D appliance models, available in the Google(R) Dynamic Components Collection, provide users with easy access to information, such as SKU numbers, color and finish availability, and how each model qualifies for national green home certification programs, including ENERGY STAR(R) home and LEED(R) for Homes. Additionally, the appliance models include Web site links to more relevant product and brand information. “As Google SketchUp continues to become more and more robust, Whirlpool Corporation is keeping pace to make the design process as easy as possible,” said Tom Halford, general manager of contract sales and marketing at Whirlpool Corporation. “We will continue to add more 3-D appliance models from our KitchenAid, as well as Jenn-Air, Whirlpool, Maytag and Gladiator brands.” Google SketchUp is an easy-to-learn, software developed to provide quick 3-D forms for conceptual stages of design. Part of this software includes a repository of 3-D building objects that expedite the design process. As with the original 3-D appliance models offered from Whirlpool Corporation, the new KitchenAid(R) Architect(R) Series II Suite brand models in the Dynamic Components Collection provide designers and their clients the ability to visualize their designs in 3-D. This makes it easier to determine the configurations that will work best. Plus, the SketchUp models can then be converted into all major CAD products without having to draw designs twice. As part of The Inside Advantage(TM) program, the Architecture & Design Marketing Group creates educational, informational and experiential resources and events to engage design professionals and build on their knowledge of Whirlpool Corporation’s portfolio of brands. Recent industry firsts developed by the group include the first home plan book/CD/Web site of green home designs for the housing industry, in collaboration with Alan Mascord Design Associates; the first Podcast series for architects and designers to receive continuing education (CE) credit; and the first branded appliance collections for Google(R) SketchUp(TM), AutoCAD(R), 20/20 Fusion and Chief Architect(R) CAD software users within Google’s 3D Warehouse. For information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for architects and designers, please visit insideadvantage.com/digitalgreen or call 1-800-253-3977. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and approximately 70 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world.
November 24, 2008 Whirlpool Corporation Helps Celebrate 1,000th Home Milestone with Habitat for Humanity(R) of Colorado LONGMONT, Colo. (Nov. 21, 2008) – As one of Habitat for Humanity's largest corporate partners, Whirlpool Corporation is proud to help celebrate Habitat for Humanity(R) of Colorado’s 1,000th home milestone. Dedication of the 1,000th home takes place on Nov. 22, in Longmont, Colo. The honorable Andrew Romanoff, speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives, will preside over the ceremony and celebration. In addition to Whirlpool Corporation contract support representative Amy Schiebel and the company’s direct builder account managers Rhandi Bobo, Scott Park, Lori Raymond, Randy Schutte and Jim Varvil, fellow Habitat for Humanity homeowners and supporters from around the state will join in the celebration. “This is truly a historic occasion for Habitat, and we’re excited to be able to share these moments with Whirlpool Corporation, which has been so dedicated to our cause,” said Stefka Fanchi, executive director for Habitat for Humanity of Colorado. “Whirlpool Corporation and people like Rhandi, Scott, Lori, Randy and Jim have been instrumental in helping us reach the 1,000-home mark. Whirlpool Corporation’s continued support will help us reach our next goal of building another 1,000 Habitat homes within three years.” Whirlpool Corporation is one of Habitat for Humanity's largest corporate partners, donating a range and ENERGY STAR(R) qualified refrigerator to every new Habitat home built in North America. Every year, thousands of Whirlpool employees volunteer their own time to Habitat builds around the country. Whirlpool Corporation plans to support every new Habitat home built globally by 2011, through product donations, cash or home sponsorship. “Since 1999, Whirlpool Corporation has supported Habitat in its mission to provide simple, decent housing. Together with Habitat for Humanity of Colorado, we're proud to be part of such a momentous occasion,” said Debbie Ramirez, manager of corporate commitments at Whirlpool Corporation. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. For this purpose, the company developed – The Inside Advantage(TM). This targeted program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Consumer Insight to support building professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and approximately 70 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977. About Habitat for Humanity of Colorado HFHC is a nonprofit 501c3 corporation whose purpose is to build the capacity of affiliates by increasing access to resources, facilitating communication between affiliates and the community, and providing statewide leadership toward the creation of thriving communities that support healthy families. To accomplish this we: 1. Develop sources of funds, in-kind donations, services and other resources, and distribute these equitably to affiliates 2. Develop, promote, and coordinate statewide activities to increase public awareness of Habitat’s work in Colorado 3. Facilitate networking and sharing of expertise, information, technical assistance, and other resources with and among Colorado affiliates. There are 31 Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the state, who in 2008 will build more than 100 homes in partnership with families who would otherwise be unable to obtain the security, stability, and hope that homeownership can provide. To date 1,000 homes have been built in 42 Colorado communities. Funds raised and distributed by Habitat for Humanity of Colorado accounted for nearly 30 percent of affiliate building capacity. For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Colorado, visit habitatcolorado.org. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in Americus, Ga., in 1976, Habitat has built more than 200,000 houses in nearly 100 countries, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than one million people. For more information, visit habitat.org.
November 18, 2008 Maytag(R) Commercial Technology is Finding its Home in New Performance Series Front-Load Washers and Dryers New colors and steam options add to the appeal BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Nov. 14, 2008) – From heavy duty springs and belts to beefed up motors and frames – the new Performance Series washers and dryers are engineered with Maytag Commercial Technology (MCT) under the hood. The commercial-grade components found within Maytag Performance Series laundry appliances ensure both strength and dependability for years of reliable performance. “Maytag has been making washers and dryers for laundromats and high-volume commercial settings for 50 years,” said Christian Cerda, general manager for Maytag. “Incorporating commercial-grade components into our residential laundry products make Maytag brand washers last longer than any other leading brand[1].” The new Maytag Performance Series laundry pairs are available in four bold colors – Crimson, Evergreen, Oxide and White. Most models also feature the sanitizing power of steam. The Performance Series steam dryer conveniently connects to the existing laundry-room waterline, so there is no reservoir to fill, just on-demand steam cycles with the push of a button. Inside the dryer, a small nozzle distributes a fine mist of water throughout the heated dryer as clothes tumble. The heated air combines with mist to form steam, rejuvenating a single item or outfit by removing odors and relaxing wrinkles from a few items or an entire load. Also, the dryer is NSF certified to sanitize, removing 99.9 percent of tested harmful bacteria. This feature is perfect for sanitizing things that people prefer not to wash like pillows and teddy bears. The Maytag Performance Series is also ENERGY STAR(R) qualified, each load using 70 percent less water and 70 percent less energy than conventional top-load washers[2]. With a wash basket capacity at 4.4 cubic feet, now you can wash more laundry in every load, reducing the number of loads washed each week. Intuitive and dependable features monitor incoming water temperature and levels, aiding in energy conservation. GentleBreeze(TM) Drying System incorporates diagonal airflow to dry clothes in the same amount of time it takes to wash them, and IntelliDry(R) sensor technology minimizes the risk of over-drying and shrinking, conserving even more energy. Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. For this purpose, the company developed – The Inside Advantage(TM). This targeted program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Consumer Insight to support building professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of more than $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and 69 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977. [1] Based on independent research of over 5,000 surveys processed, 2006. [2] Compared to pre-2004 conventional washers. More
November 18, 2008 Whirlpool Corporation Senior Account Manager Achieves Certified Graduate Associate (CGA) Designation from NAHB BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Nov. 18, 2008) – Richie Heumann, senior account manager of Whirlpool Corporation’s North Atlantic Division, recently became one of a select group of building professionals nationwide to earn the Certified Graduate Associate (CGA) from the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) University of Housing. The CGA designation identifies him as one of the building industry’s top professionals. “We commend and congratulate Richie for this milestone achievement,” said Tracy Frye, senior contract marketing manager at Whirlpool Corporation. “This achievement truly reinforces our commitment to being a comprehensive resource to help builders incorporate new trends and technology into their home building efforts. Richie is one of many Whirlpool Corporation sales professionals who work closely with the building industry to help set the pace for sustainable construction and other emerging building trends.” CGAs earn the building industry’s premier professional designation by successfully completing an intensive series of six 8-hour courses. The CGA curriculum incorporates training by leading building industry practitioners and academics on a range of topics, including business management, emerging technologies and market trends. After earning the CGA designation, program graduates are required to maintain their designation through completion of an additional 12 hours of training every three years. Heumann also earned the Green Certified Professional (GCP) designation earlier this year from the NAHB. Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. For this purpose, the company developed – The Inside Advantage™. This targeted program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Consumer Insight to support building professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of more than $19 billion, more than 68,000 employees, and 69 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977. More
November 3, 2008 Marmomacc 2008: The Global Leader in Stone, Stone Design and Stone Education (Verona, Italy – November 3, 2008) – Marmomacc 2008, held in Verona from October 2-5, reaffirmed the show’s role as the most important global trade event for the stone sector and for stone-related design and technologies. 27,000 trade visitors from 120 countries – 45% of the 63,000 total visitors – and 1,530 exhibitors from 54 countries. Despite the economic downturn, Marmomacc managed to attract growing numbers of buyers, specifiers, architects and builders from all over the world. Stone design continues to be one of Marmomacc’s major draws. Stone trade professionals congregate in Verona each Fall to see the impact of new technologies on design. The “Marmomacc Meets Design” (MMD) project, generated more innovative booth designs. MMD 2008 paired leading international designers with 15 stone processors. The pairings focused on this year’s theme -- stone as texture or “skin” -- in developing everything from objects to entire booth designs. This theme reflects the increasing focus among architects on selecting materials, including natural stone, on the basis of their surface texture, whether in creating objects or in cladding buildings. Two of the MMD booths shared the Marmomacc Best Communicator Award, presented to the booths with the best visual approaches to conveying the richness and potential of stone. The winners: -Il Casone for Claudio Silvestrin’s “Quarry” booth design; and -PibaMarmi for Michele de Lucchi and Philippe Nigro’s “Palisade” booth design. Silvestrin, de Lucchi and Nigro were among the many designers involved in this project who were present at Marmomacc. A number of companies received “special mentions” from the Best Communicator Award jury for their booth designs: Vaselli Marmi, Grassi Pietre, Franchi Umberto Marmi, M+Q Italia, Henraux, Lithos Design and Iaconcig. Other pairings for the MMD project included Mario Bellini/Mineranorge, Riccardo Blumer/Scalvini Marmi, Roberto Canovaro/Marmo Arredo, Aldo Cibic/Quarella, Stefano Giovannoni/Grassi Pietre, Massimo Iosa Ghini/Budri, James Irvine/Marsotto, Simone Micheli/Odorizzi Porfidi, Pietro Ferruccio Laviani/Citco, Pongratz Perbellini Architects/Testigroup, Marco Piva/Lasa Marmo, Denis Santachiara/Marmi Ghirardi, and Luca Scacchetti/Santa Margherita. Marmomacc also hosted the tenth edition of Veronafiere’s continuing education programs for architects, which now includes courses in Italy, the U.S. and online. To commemorate this special anniversary, architects who had participated in previous editions of the course were invited back to take part in a special “Reunion” program that took place in Milan, Trento and Verona. A second group of architects -- from the U.S., Canada, the U.K., India, South Africa and Australia -- spent four days studying the importance of stone in modern design. Participants visited quarries in Verona and Querceta (in Tuscany, near Lucca), various stone processing facilities and even Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli. Nearly 50 architects participated in these programs, which are recognized by the American Institute of Architects, the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, and the Royal Institute of British Architects. The dates for Marmomacc 2009 are September 30th–October 3rd.
October 15, 2008 Cedar Valley announces the approval and listing of their new “California Stack” shingle panel line Cedar Valley, the leader in handcrafted shingle siding announces the approval and listing of our new “California Stack” shingle panel line by the California State Fire Marshal. This line of western red cedar shingle siding panels have passed the SFM test standards as outlined by 12-7A-1 & are listed in the California WUI Compliance Products Handbook. In independent testing by Western Fire Center, the California Stack panel system passed fire tests over a 7/16 OSB sheathing for siding applications. Based on “worst case” testing, all exposures above 4.25 are approved for use. For more information on Cedar Valley’s new line of California SFM listed and approved shingle siding panels please call 1-800-521-9523 and ask for sales. (Tests and listing available upon request.)
October 14, 2008 Whirlpool Corporation Expands On-Staff NKBA Certified Design Team to Support Design Community BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (October 13, 2008) Whirlpool Corporations dedicated program for building and design professionals, The Inside Advantage(TM), announces that Andrea Hutchins, AIA, and Dan Page-Wood, Associate AIA, have earned Associate Kitchen & Bath Designer (AKBD) credentials from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). With the accomplishments of Hutchins and Page-Wood, Whirlpool Corporation is the only appliance manufacturer with an on-staff NKBA certified design and marketing team. Our close involvement with the NKBA helps us better meet the needs of the design community. Andrea and Dans accomplishments help further this involvement, said Mark Johnson, FAIA, CKD, architect and senior manager of architecture and design marketing at Whirlpool Corporation. As part of our Architecture & Design Marketing Group, their accomplishments continue to translate into meaningful assistance for designers and architects. Hutchins latest project is developing a new NKBA course on sustainable products and finishes used in the Sustainable Kitchen by Whirlpool Corporation. The course will include all major components for the kitchen and how they qualify for national green home certification programs, including ENERGY STAR(R)home and LEED(R)for Homes. The course is also slated to meet the 2009 AIA Sustainable Design (SD) course requirement. Page-Wood is currently developing Whirlpool Corporations next collection of Google(R)SketchUp(TM)3-D appliance models for the Google(R)3D Warehouse Web site that will include point values for national green building programs.Google SketchUp is a powerful, yet easy-to-learn, software developed to provide quick and easy 3-D forms for conceptual stages of design. The Google 3D Warehouse is a repository of 3-D building objects that expedites the design process. As part of The Inside Advantage(TM), the Architecture & Design Marketing Group creates educational, informational, and experiential resources and events to engage design professionals and build on their knowledge of Whirlpool Corporations portfolio of brands. Recent industry firsts developed by the group include the first home plan book/CD/Web site of green home designs for the housing industry in collaboration with Alan Mascord Design Associates, the first Podcast series for architects and designers to receive continuing education (CE) credit, and the first branded appliance collections for Google(R)SketchUp(TM), AutoCAD(R), 20/20 Fusion and Chief Architect(R)CAD software users within Googles 3D Warehouse. For information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for architects and designers, please visit insideadvantage.com/digitalgreen or call 1-800-253-3977. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and approximately 70 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. More
October 7, 2008 Choose INDUROSHINE® for an Environmentally Friendly Concrete Floor Polishing System Hampshire, IL – INDUROSHINE from W. R. MEADOWS is a polished floor system that turns your concrete surface into a dense, wear-resistant, lustrous, high sheen floor. The INDUROSHINE system utilizes an environmentally friendly grinding and polishing equipment from Vic International, a leader in this type of technology. The equipment captures 99% of pollutants and debris during the applications, which results in a green process that is safe for the environment. During the grinding and polishing process, LIQUI-HARD concrete densifier and hardener from W. R. MEADOWS is applied. LIQUI-HARD hardens the surface, creating a wear-resistant, high sheen finish. LIQUI-HARD is a green product, as it is water-based and has a very low VOC content. The INDUROSHINE system is listed in the GreenSpec directory of green building products. After the INDUROSHINE system is complete, W. R. MEADOWS provides BELLATRIX premium concrete enhancer. This product has been specially designed for polished concrete as a stain repellant that provides immediate stain resistance and protection. Ideal applications for INDUROSHINE include warehouses, schools, and retail outlets. The system is backed by a nationwide network of approved applicators. For more information on INDUROSHINE, call (847) 214-2100, e-mail wrmil@wrmeadows.com or visit www.wrmeadows.com. More
October 6, 2008 Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc. earns Silver Certification from the US Green Building Council’s LEED for Homes program Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc and HJL Construction Management Services, LLC are pleased to announce that the Topel Residence has earned Silver Certification from the US Green Building Council’s LEED for Homes program. Constructed in 2007-2008, the home is the first LEED for Homes certified residence in Chester County, PA. The home was also awarded Energy Star home certification with a HERS (Home Energy Rating System) rating of 51, a full 34 points below the Energy Star target threshold. The Topel Residence is a hybrid construction bringing together timber framing with Structural Insulated Panels to form a framework that rests on a Superior Wall foundation. Built almost entirely off-site, little waste was generated during construction. The focus of the design and construction team was to reduce the home’s impact on the environment by sourcing materials locally and with high recycled content, minimizing site disturbance, installing energy and water efficient systems and appliances, installing native plant landscaping and implementing innovative green building techniques that include installing a sedum planted roof, natural ventilation and rain gardens for on-site stormwater recharge. The design team included: Matthew Moger from Lyman Perry Architects, Jonathan Alderson from Jonathan Alderson Landscape Architects, Tad Radzinski from Sustainable Solutions Corporation and Hugh Lofting and Amy Cornelius from Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc and HJL Construction Management Services, LLC. “We are very proud of this achievement and of all of the members of the construction team.” says Hugh Lofting, “Ave and Vicki Topel are wonderful clients that weren’t too sure about green construction at first but became increasingly interested and knowledgeable as the design and construction of their home proceeded. Now they are committed to green construction and green, healthy, sustainable living.” LEED for Homes is a nationally recognized, third-party certification system that’s based on measurable results. As such, LEED for Homes recognizes the highest quality in green homebuilding. LEED certified homes are energy efficient, durable, use non-toxic building materials, are water-smart, and respect the environment in which they’re constructed. For more information about LEED for Homes follow this link: www.usgbc.org/LEED/homes/. For more information about the Topel Residence follow these links: http://www.hughloftingtimberframe.com/Green/Topel.html http://www.hughloftingtimberframe.com/framers_gallery/topel/index.html Company Information For over 30 years, Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc has been committed to the highest level of professionalism. Incorporating advanced technology with old world craftsmanship, Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc. is dedicated to hand-crafting energy-efficient homes and structures that are elegant and distinctive. One at a time. Contact Information Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc, 339 Lamborntown Road, West Grove, PA 19390, 610-444-5382 ph 610-869-3589 fax, hugh@hughloftingtimberframe.com, att: Amy Cornelius or Hugh Lofting More
October 6, 2008 WEBINAR: Green Energy InfoXchange & Webinar Topics: 1. New Lower Cost Wind System 2. Creating Green Energy Business/City Relationships 3. Heat from Sewer Pipes Live Webinar: Nov 6, 2008 1 pm ET, Noon CT, 11 MT, 10am PT Join Us to Hear 1. Mayor Doug Hutchinson, Ft Collins CO, will highlight their green energy business/city relationships, describe how they were structured and explain their benefit to the Ft. Collins economy PLUS: 2. New Low Cost Commercial Wind System - A new commercial grade wind system design, developed by Broadstar Wind Systems is versatile, highly efficient and less expensive per watt than most other turbines currently on the market. 3. Gaining Heat from Sewer Pipes - A technology that recovers heat from the municipal sewer system. Presenter: Chris Baber, Project Manager, Vancouver BC. 4. What's Happening in Green Energy - Learn about interesting developments in green energy in USA and worldwide This webinar is hosted by Challenge International. Just turn on your computer to hear, view and interact during this presentation. $39 per connection TO REGISTER OR LEARN MORE go to: http://www.challengeinternational.com More
October 6, 2008 W. R. MEADOWS, INC. Releases GREEN LINE Brochure W. R. MEADOWS’ GREEN LINE brochure is now available. The brochure focuses on their GREEN LINE products for environmentally friendly building. The GREEN LINE of environmentally responsible products/systems were developed in the 1980s to protect your work and our world. The brochure includes a list of W. R. MEADOWS products featured in the GreenSpec directory and explains how using W. R. MEADOWS products can contribute towards LEED Certification. W. R. MEADOWS delivers one of the broadest lines of premium-grade construction products available to architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners. Their extensive line of high performance, premium-grade construction products has been developed for use in, on, around, and under concrete. W. R. MEADOWS is committed to producing environmentally friendly/responsible products and systems that meet or exceed the latest EPA standards and guidelines. W. R. MEADOWS is a member of the USGBC and CGBC. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™ is a third-party certification program and nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. More |