Building Envelope

Almost all things relating to the building envelope, including SIPs, ICFs, insulation, rain screens, windows, exterior shading and beyond.

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Lightweight Cement Technology

March 3, 2013

Terra Bona Materials’ Terralite Cement is a lightweight, thermally insulative material that reportedly delivers increased R-Values and performance versus conventional lightweight concrete.


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Long-Lasting Wood

November 5, 2012

 Accoya wood, from Accsys Technologies, is created by using a proprietary, non-toxic process called acetylation on sustainably sourced woods.  


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Environmentally Friendly Fenestration

November 5, 2012

 Quanex Building Products introduces vinyl window profile technologies that have become even more ecologically sensitive.  


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Architectural Color Collection

September 1, 2012

 “The Architectural Color Collection” is a selection of 300 new colors with an architectural feel.  


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App for Sto Products

August 31, 2012

The Sto App, which is accessible via iTunes, includes information and documentation for Sto systems and products, as well as a distributor locator function.


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Improved Mortar Collection Device

August 1, 2012

 Mortar Net reports that it has added an insect barrier to its Mortar Net mortar collection device.  


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Daylighting Solution

August 1, 2012

Firestone’s SunWave SMRT (Solar Motion Response Technology) Daylighting System is a commercial daylighting solution that uses the latest in GPS technology and mirrors to actively tracks the sun’s movement and bring in high levels of diffused sunlight, the company reports. 


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Complete Wall Systems

June 1, 2012

 The CommercialComplete Wall Systems is designed to be a systemized wall approach that addresses energy efficiency and continuous insulation, air barrier, moisture resistance and fire performance for a variety of construction types — all with sustainable product attributes.  


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Moisture-Controlling Insulation

June 1, 2012

 MR Faced Batt insulation was specifically created to control moisture.  


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As the membership balloting commences, EDC and Brad Pease of Paladino and Company discuss some of the changes in LEED v4 and what to expect.
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EDC Magazine

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2013 June

With the June Issue, EDC is taking steps toward embracing product transparency and make sure its readers have the resources to ensure dedication to sustainable design and LEED.
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The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability

In The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability, 7group's principals and integrative design pioneer Bill Reed introduce design and construction professionals to the concepts of whole building design and whole systems.

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Green Product Buzz Guide

Green Product Buzz GuideEDC's Green Product Buzz Guides bring you the latest in green building products and services from companies exhibiting at trade shows, including Greenbuild, the AIA Expo, Coverings, Surfaces and more.

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EDC Crossword

EDC CrosswordWelcome to EDC's crossword puzzle. This puzzle was created specifically for the green building industry by Myles Mellor; all the clues and answers relate to industry terms. Click to view the interactive version of the puzzle that appeared in print. Or if you prefer,  you'll find a PDF link to this month's puzzle and solution.