Kalwall has been setting the industry standard for diffused natural lighting systems since it was first introduced globally at the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair. Kalwall window designs provide a more predictable, better quality of usable natural light with superior thermal properties and best-in-industry solar heat gain control. Lightweight, shatterproof and rapidly installed, Kalwall has unrivaled structural integrity. Kalwall is not a plastic, polycarbonate or glass.
Metal Sales provides high-quality, best-value metal roof and wall systems for any K-12 or university build. Metal Sales’ heavy-gauge metal panels require little maintenance and come in more than 100 Energy Star–listed colors to ensure both beauty and long-term sustainability. The company also offers a number of panels certified by the Cool Roof Rating Council. These roof and wall products are favored for their durability and performance in all weather conditions including windstorms, rainstorms, snow, ice and hail, and are ideal for both new builds and retrofitting projects.
The TrakBelt360 tool belt is made of rugged military-grade resins and fabrics. It is built for the long haul while remaining breathable and water resistant. The unique sliding track allows users to adjust their pouches and tool holsters 360 degrees in either direction for instant access and increased maneuverability while on the job. Heavy pouches can be quickly unlocked and slid to the desired place when climbing ladders and moving around the site, or completely disengaged if caught.
Student Union by Invision is a new carpet collection developed specifically for the education market. Offering 15 of the top collegiate colors, Student Union can be installed in common areas, hallways, classrooms or even locker rooms, giving schools and universities the ability to brand a variety of spaces and inspire school spirit throughout the campus. Invision carpet products can be installed through direct glue-down or stretch-in methods, and are made using both type 6 and type 6.6 nylon.
Structural Thermal Envelope System manufacturer tekR has enhanced its product line with Neopor Rigid Thermal Insulation from BASF, allowing for higher thermal performance when compared to standard Expanded Polystyrene Insulation.
Spirax Sarco now offers STAPS Wireless, a new wireless steam trap monitoring system designed to deliver accurate wireless monitoring and reporting of steam trap performance. Leaking or blocked traps waste energy and water, whereas a healthy steam trap population allows condensate to be removed from the steam system effectively which means it can be re-used. This helps contribute to reduced fuel costs, energy-saving and reduced water charges.
The American Electric Lighting Autobahn LED luminaires from Acuity Brands Inc. are designed to deliver quality performance and a quick payback. LED technology and precision-engineered optics provide exceptional illumination, while reducing energy costs and CO2 emissions by 60 percent compared to traditional sources. The luminaires can also integrate with the ROAM wireless outdoor lighting system from Acuity Controls to maximize maintenance savings. Suitable applications include local, collector and major roadways.
The Strawberry Tree is an urban solar device and a smart city platform in one, providing public mobile phone charging, Wi-Fi, local information and environmental sensing. Designed for use on college campuses, parks, city squares and a number of other public spaces, the Strawberry Tree optimizes energy production and consumption, and can work for up to 20 days without solar energy. Each Strawberry Tree includes 530-watt solar panels, a 4.7 kilowatt-hour rechargeable battery, 16 charging cords and up to 1.5 million, 10-minute charges annually.
Translucent UniQuad panels by CPI Daylighting provide an ideal envelope for high performance buildings, offering the best available ratio of insulation to visual transmittance. This Removable Skin Technology (RST) helps maintain the building’s integrity and longevity while also providing superior protection against water and air filtration, with a unitized mechanical connection system and Grip-Lock Double Tooth edge to strengthen panel connections.
Varco Pruden Building has added Utility Built, a new micro-building product, to its line of steel building solutions. Varco Pruden partnered with Parkline Inc. to produce the Utility Built line of small, multipurpose, specialized enclosures developed to be cost-competitive and modular in construction, allowing for simple installation.
