The RhinoBond system from OMG helps evenly distribute wind load across rooftops to virtually eliminate rooftop fluttering that occurs with TPO and PVC membranes. The system has achieved an FM 1-210 wind uplift rating, and in static testing it resisted more than 500 pounds of force. RhinoBond plates are available for TPO and PVC membranes, packaged in pails of 500. They can be installed using several different OMG fasteners.
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SuperNeutral 54 from Guardian Industries Corp. offers natural light with minimized heat gain and energy savings, according to the company. The product features 54 percent light transmission and a 0.28 heat-gain coefficient. Using a combination of SN 54 and SN 68 will enable an architect to achieve a variety of energy, daylighting and aesthetic objectives, according to the company.
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The 175 BIO from Marks USA is a fingerprint recognition system designed to control access and eliminate the risk of replication or unauthorized use in secure academic settings. The system is combined with the company’s Grade 2 Cylindrical Survivor lockset to provide increased security and maximum protection from drilling and picking. The system can register up to 100 authorized users and is available with an optional audit trail. The product is battery-operated and comes with a 26E powder-coat finish.
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EcoDesigner from Graphisoft is an energy evaluation tool for architects and school planners. The software allows designers to control the energy consumption of buildings and set standards in sustainable design. Users can access energy information in the early design phase, rather than relying on outside professionals to analyze buildings in the advanced design and early construction stages.
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The L-shaped Peninsula workstation from is designed so four students can use the workstation while facing the teacher. The unit features storage compartments and is made of oak and oak veneers with black powder-coated metal accents. Units with sinks include two combination water-gas fixtures. All units include a pop-up GFI duplex electrical outlet.
The Hokki ergonomic stool from is designed for flexibility and mobility in the classroom. The stool is ideal for intensive work, communication, rest and relaxation, according to the company. The stool is designed with a concave base that allows for movement in all directions. It comes in three sizes and it is available in yellow-orange, red, green and blue.
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’s extreme CAT 6A UTP system delivers exceptional electrical performance and flexibility to meet 10 Gigabit Ethernet requirements. The system is independently verified and guaranteed by Intertek to exceed TIA-568-C.2 permanent link, component and channel margins. The system’s component-rated connectors, patch panels and cords support demanding applications in data centers and school facilities. The system is backward compatible with CAT 6, 5e, and 5 systems.
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The JKW-IP network adaptor allows ‘s JK Series hands-free, color-video intercom to use a PC as a master station. Up to 20 different JK systems can be controlled by 10 PCs using standard LAN/WAN technology. The system allows users to speak with visitors, control pan-tilt functions, open doors and record videos. Other features include e-mail alerts, alarm notifications and audio communication.
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The 12 foot to 20 foot Element fan by moves large volumes of air, reducing energy costs and enhancing personal comfort in a variety of education settings, according to the company. Gearless, direct-drive technology and onboard electronics provide quiet operation while eliminating electromagnetic interference.
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offers the Dyson Airblade, a hand dryer that produces enough air pressure to dry hands without heat. The product features a low-energy, digital motor that generates 400 mph streams of air to wipe water off the front and back of hands in 12 seconds. Air is forced through a HEPA filter to reduce the transmission of bacteria. The motor allows the hand dryer to use up to 80 percent less energy than warm-air hand dryers, according to the manufacturer. The product is certified by NSF International.
