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Welcome to the ED+C eNews for May 2008
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Tradeshow Fun
Well, tradeshow season is in full swing. The vacant desks and offices here at ED+C can attest to  that. It's almost a, "Will the last person to leave, please turn out the lights?" type of situation.
But if you had some sort of Building Automation System, then that wouldn't be a problem. There are all sorts of cool systems featured in the Product Focus section of the May issue of ED+C. Be sure to check it out when it arrives.
Of course, you've probably already received the May issue since it's almost June. We at ED+C have been working frantically all month to get the June issue together. It's our NeoCon issue, featuring commercial interiors, and renovations and retrofitting. It's also home to ED+C's Sustainable Flooring section, so be on the lookout for that!
Also be sure to sign up for the upcoming ED+C webinar "ONE Unified Standard to Assist Your Selection of Sustainable Carpet," presented by Georgina Sikorski on June 25.
Cheers,
Derrick Teal
ED+C Associate Editor
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 Sliding Glass Door
EFCO's 5XPT thermal sliding glass door provides attractive design while fulfilling stringent performance and security requirements. The 5XPT  boosts energy savings with the E-Strut® thermal barrier - and it accommodates glazing up to 1 5/16"
, allowing a wider range of glazing options and performance. In addition, the low sill profile creates a modern, streamlined look. For more information, call 1-800-221-4169. Or visit www.efcocorp.com.
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IFMA Research Report Shows Energy Consumption Declining While Utility Costs Continue to Rise
Houston - Led by a dramatic increase in utility costs, the overall cost of running a facility is 10 percent higher than it was four years ago, according to results from a recent International Facility Management Association research report. The study, Benchmarks V: Annual Facility Costs, shows that utility costs - which include electricity, gasoline, fuel oil, steam water and sewage - have jumped 19 percent compared to similar data from 2006...
more.
AIA Releases Study of Three Green Building Rating Systems
Washington, D.C. - The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has released a study of three green building rating systems (Green Globes, SBTool 07, and LEED NC 2.2) and assess their effectiveness in supporting the goals of the AIA sustainability position statement. In late 2007, the initial results were shared with the three groups whose systems were reviewed. After receiving feedback, the study was modified and further refined into the final report...
more.
Eco-Friendly Mobile Office Debuted
Kansas City - McCownGordon Construction has given an eco-friendly makeover to one of the energy-guzzling jobsite trailers that dot the Kansas City metro landscape. The Green Trailer - which consumes a fraction of the energy of a typical trailer and provides a more pleasant user experience - is an example of green techniques taken to the max...more
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Office Depot Achieves Volume LEED Pre-Certification
Delray Beach, Fla. - Office Depot announced that it has achieved volume pre-certification under the pilot Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Portfolio Program for its store prototype design - the retailer's master set of drawings - from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). Office Depot is the first company to have achieved this pre-certification for new construction...
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Hohmann and Barnard Acquired by MiTek, Inc.
New York - Hohmann and Barnard, Inc. (H&B), a leading manufacturer of reinforcement, anchoring systems and accessories for masonry and stone, announced that it has been acquired by MiTek, Inc., a leading supplier of state-of-the-art engineered connector products, equipment, software and services for the building components industry...more.
Alliance to Save Energy Applauds House Passage of Overdue Extension of Energy Tax Incentives
Washington, D.C. - The Alliance to Save Energy applauded the House of Representatives for passing, on a bipartisan basis, long-stalled extensions for energy-efficiency and renewable tax incentives...more.
Video On Monitoring Wind Turbine Performance
Bourne, Mass. - Onset Computer Corporation, the "HOBO" data logger company, announced a free, on-demand video available on the company's website entitled, "Monitoring Wind Turbine Efficiency."...
more.
Chicago Botanic Garden to Break Ground On Rice Plant Conservation Science Center
Glencoe, Ill. -
The Chicago Botanic Garden has announced that it will break ground June 3 on the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center, a facility designed to serve as an international center for plant conservation research and home to the nation's only doctoral program in plant biology and conservation...more
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For more news, visit www.edcmag.com.
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Energy-Efficient LED Lighting
The LR6 Down Light from Cree LED Lighting Solutions uses 12 watts of electricity and produces light comparable to a 75-watt incandescent. Compared to CFLs, the LR6 uses 50 percent less energy and lasts up to five times longer; more than 20 years in homes and 10 years in businesses under normal use conditions.
The dimmable LR6 ships as a self-contained trim and light source and the Quick Install System fits standard 6" housings.
The LR6 is powered by Cree's lighting-class XLamp® LEDs and excels in color quality (CRI of 92), efficiency and longevity - delivering unprecedented performance.
Visit www.CreeLLS.com for more information.
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Stylish, Sustainable Seating
New York - Acuity, from Allsteel (
www.allsteeloffice.com),
contains 50 percent recycled materials. Additionally, 90 percent of
Acuity's materials (by weight) can be recycled. The office chair has
earned Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Silver certification from McDonough
Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC). It has also achieved SCS (Scientific
Certification Systems) Indoor Advantage Gold certification.
Furthermore, wind energy is used to power the assembly of Acuity. 
Fully-Rectified Technical Porcelain Tile Series
Coconut
Grove, Fla. - Ilva S.A., a leading Argentine tile manufacturer and
exporter, has launched ECO Land, a fully-rectified technical porcelain
tile series with a colored body. It is the first series launched from
the firm's new environmentally-friendly manufacturing facility. ECO
Land is composed of natural compounds, such as clays, sand and water,
that are fired at high temperatures to create porcelain tiles
recommended for exterior walls, interior walls and floors of both
residential and commercial installations. To help protect the
environment, 15 percent of materials used during Ilva's
technologically-superior manufacturing process are recycled, the
company reports. Email ceramicc@comcast.net for more information.
High-Performance Float
Glass
Auburn
Hills, Mich. - Guardian
CrystalGray, from Guardian Industries Corp. (www.guardian.com), is a new float glass substrate with a very light gray
tint, ideal for a wide range of architectural glass markets, the company reports. Guardian CrystalGray offers an improved light to
solar gain ratio compared to standard blue and gray tinted float glass. The
technology behind Guardian CrystalGray allows higher light transmission while
reflecting infrared energy, thereby reducing the heat gain for many
architectural applications. Guardian CrystalGray is available as uncoated
glass and with SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass coatings.
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 Sustainable Commercial Entrance Products
Special-Lite® Flush Doors provide the single, sustainable solution to the multiple challenges of commercial entrances!
- Lowest life cycle cost - Unique, heavy-duty design and durable finishes provide low maintenance requirements AND long service life - even in high-traffic, abusive or corrosive applications.
- Maintenance-friendly finishes - Resilient pre-finishes eliminate need for regular sanding and repainting.
- Cleanable with eco-friendly products - Even for tough stains like graffiti.
- Indoor air quality - GREENGUARD™ Children & Schools Certified.
- Thermal performance - Independent testing confirms superior performance versus hollow metal.
- Extends life of entire entrance - Unique, lightweight design and construction maximize the life of entire entrance system, including hardware.
Request our Green brochure.
Special-Lite, Inc.
800-821-6531
www.special-lite.com
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CertainTeed Corporation
Through responsible development of innovative building products, building professionals trust CertainTeed for quality made certain, satisfaction guaranteed. CertainTeed, which has helped shape the building products industry since 1904, is today North America's leading brand of exterior and interior building products. Visit www.certainteed.com for more information.
 Storm Chamber
Storm Chambers provide a higher level of pollutant removal and more effective sediment maintenance than other types of BMP and are more cost effective. They help meet LID and LEED goals by mimicking on-site pre-development hydrology. Storm chambers exceeded the AASHTO H-20 wheel load rating over three times. Visit www.stormchambers.com for more information.
To see more of ED+C's Green Book listings, visit www.edcmag.com/CDA/greenbook.
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LIGHTFAIR International
May 26-30
Las Vegas
LIGHTFAIR International - the world's largest annual architectural and commercial lighting show - returns to Las Vegas this May 26-30 and features an unprecedented lineup of 70 seminars and courses - totaling more than 200 hours of programming, product invitation and introductions, cutting-edge technology, and modern designs. LFI annually attracts more than 17,000 attendees and showcases more than 500 of the world's leading lighting and design manufacturers showcasing products in more than 1,500 exhibits.
LFI
brings leading international and domestic architectural, design, engineering and lighting professionals together with exhibitors from around the world and partners with the industry's leaders to address essential topics in lighting and business practices, including software and lighting applications, business and technology initiatives, design innovation, daylighting, case studies, sustainability and product updates, as well as a daylighting tour of Las Vegas buildings. Visit
www.lightfair.com for more information.
NeoCon World's Trade Fair
June 9-11
Chicago
NeoCon, the largest design exposition and conference for commercial interiors in North America, returns to the Merchandise Mart marking its 40th year this coming June 9-11, 2008. Encompassing 1.2 million square feet of exhibition space and 10 floors, NeoCon boasts more than 1,200 exhibitors showcasing thousands of cutting-edge product introductions. More than 130 CEU, LU and CFM/MFP accredited seminars, keynotes, luncheon programs and panel discussions will take place, not to mention exciting networking events to celebrate the design industry. More than 50,000 industry professionals are expected to attend. We hope to see you there! Visit
www.neocon.com to pre-register now and save time and money!
GreenBuildingsNY
June 17-18
New York
GreenBuildingsNY, taking place June 17-18 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, is the only New York Metro area event focused on green and sustainable products for the building and design community. An easy-to-access and competitive source for local and national green building products and services, GreenBuildingsNY is an architect's, developer's, engineer's and builder's best one-stop-shop.
GreenBuildingsNY is also a world-class green educational forum for what works, how to specify, and how to use the latest and best in green products, services and design. Co-located with BuildingsNY, the largest New York Metro building event that provides everything for the maintenance, renovation and restoration of commercial and residential buildings.
www.greenbuildingsny.com/EDC.
Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo
September 9-11
Navy Pier, Chicago
Shaping the Future of Healthcare Facilities - The Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo, now in its 21st
year, is the original event that brings together the entire team who designs, plans, constructs and manages healthcare facilities. HFSE focuses on how the physical space directly impacts the staff, patients and their families, and the delivery of healthcare. Ideas, practices, products and solutions will be exchanged, explored and discovered at HFSE that improve current healthcare facilities and plan the facilities of tomorrow. Visit
www.hcarefacilties.com for complete details and to register.
Green Roof Design 101
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Design 101 - Introductory Course in multiple locations:
- Montreal - June 10, 2008
- Calgary - June 11, 2008
- Cincinnati - June 11, 2008
- St. Louis - June 22, 2008
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The August 2008 print issue of ED+C will feature a Product Focus section featuring Carpeting; Decking, Landscaping and Outdoor Furnishings; and Ventilation Systems and Fans. The ED+C 2008 Editorial Calendar is available online -
send your case studies, projects, stories, products and comments to Derrick Teal, associate editor, ED+C, at teald@bnpmedia.com. |
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