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Alpine SnowGuards Unveils 2023 Best-Selling Snow Guards for All Roof Types

January 30, 2024

Alpine SnowGuards Unveils 2023 Best-Selling Snow Guards for All Roof Types

Alpine SnowGuards, a leading name in snow retention systems, has released its highly anticipated list of best-selling snow guards for 2023. Whether you're a seasoned roofing professional or new to the industry, this curated selection promises performance and reliability across various roof types.

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Elevating Construction Practices: Prefabricated Façade Panels with Built-in Windows

December 4, 2023

Elevating Construction Practices: Prefabricated Façade Panels with Built-in Windows

In the world of modern construction, there's a game-changer: fully prefabricated façade panels that come with windows straight from the factory. StoPanel® Technology, brought to you by Sto Corp., is shaking things up by creating super-tight building enclosures that are all about being eco-friendly, energy-efficient, tough, and safe.

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Get precision & durability with Mars Metal's CNC Machined Lead Parts

November 10, 2023

Get precision & durability with Mars Metal's CNC Machined Lead Parts

Delving into the heart of cutting-edge precision machining, Mars Metal stands as a beacon of innovation in the realm of lead part production. AECinfo.com is thrilled to illuminate the exceptional services offered by Mars Metal in the niche of Precision 3D and CNC Machining.

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Unlock Architectural Excellence with Sto Masonry Veneer Engineered Systems (MVES)

September 28, 2023

Unlock Architectural Excellence with Sto Masonry Veneer Engineered Systems (MVES)

Sto, an industry leader, has unveiled MVES, a game-changer in construction. These systems seamlessly blend aesthetics and performance, making them ideal for today's architectural demands. MVES offers a world of possibilities for building facades, combining various textures, colors, and finishes while maintaining a robust building envelope for sustainability.

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How Code Reports Help Propel Innovation and Ensure Safety

September 12, 2023

How Code Reports Help Propel Innovation and Ensure Safety

Code reports provide information about the safety, quality and performance of a product, system or service based on third-party testing according to specific standards or requirements. These reports provide additional technical information relied upon by code authorities — along with architects, engineers and contractors — to provide safe, code-compliant use of products where the building code prescriptively identifies the product or system, specifies performance-based requirements for the product or system, or has multiple requirements for the product not covered by a single standard.

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The Future of Energy-Efficient Homes: Embracing Panelized Construction

September 7, 2023

The Future of Energy-Efficient Homes: Embracing Panelized Construction

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, innovative solutions are continually reshaping the industry. Today, we invite you to explore an exciting advancement in the world of architecture and construction - panelized construction. The exploration is inspired by CertainTeed, who recently shared their insights on this transformative approach in a blog post. Dive into the future of construction and the remarkable potential of panelized building methods.

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Enhancing Moisture Management in Masonry Construction: The Innovation of Mortar Net Solutions

August 23, 2023

Enhancing Moisture Management in Masonry Construction: The Innovation of Mortar Net Solutions

Masonry construction, with its timeless charm and durability, is a cornerstone of architectural design. However, maintaining its integrity and longevity requires addressing the challenges posed by moisture management. This is where Mortar Net Solutions comes into the picture, revolutionizing the way we approach moisture control in masonry structures.

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Understanding the Importance and Applications of Lead-Lined Drywall

August 17, 2023

Understanding the Importance and Applications of Lead-Lined Drywall

As a leading provider of radiation shielding solutions, MarShield is committed to delivering products that meet the highest standards of safety and quality. One of the radiation shielding products we provide is lead-lined drywall. Keep reading to explore what it is, why it’s used, and the unique features that make it an essential component in radiation protection.

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Introducing Stromberg GFRC: The Future of Reinforced Concrete

August 10, 2023

Introducing Stromberg GFRC: The Future of Reinforced Concrete

Traditional concrete has long been fortified with steel to enhance its strength, but a revolutionary evolution has occurred with the advent of Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC). GFRC takes concrete to a new level, harnessing the power of glass fibers for reinforcement instead of steel. This groundbreaking innovation has redefined the possibilities of construction materials and techniques.

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Sydney Metro’s Central Walk Relies On Penetron Technology For Durability

August 1, 2023

Sydney Metro’s Central Walk Relies On Penetron Technology For Durability

The Sydney Metro Central Walk, the latest construction phase of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, was opened to the public by the New South Wales government (Australia) in April 2023. The underground pedestrian tunnel used the Penetron System, a comprehensive crystalline waterproofing system, to protect the below-grade concrete tunnel structures from high hydrostatic pressure.

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Introducing new brick colors: Beyond plain white, the Belden Brick Company expands design possibilities

June 15, 2023

Introducing new brick colors: Beyond plain white, the Belden Brick Company expands design possibilities

The Belden Brick Company is introducing new brick colors that go beyond the traditional plain white brick, catering to the growing demand for lighter and whiter bricks in contemporary architecture and home design. The company is excited to present four distinct options: Winter Mist Sanded Rustic, Sedgemoor, Glacier White Smooth, and Glacier White Velour. These bricks offer a range of textures and finishes, from rustic and textured to smooth and sleek, making them popular choices for modern architectural styles.

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3 Retail Flooring Options

May 30, 2023

3 Retail Flooring Options

Retail clients can offer some of the best opportunities for flooring contractors. These projects typically involve significant square footage, generous budgets, and the potential for follow-up projects—during a shopping mall renovation or location expansion, for example. But what are the best retail flooring options to propose to a client? Here we look at three versatile retail flooring options suitable for locations like department stores, grocery stores, clothing stores, bookstores, and convenience stores.

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Admix C-Series: improving concrete performance right from the start

May 25, 2023

Admix C-Series: improving concrete performance right from the start

Xypex Admixtures are added to the concrete at the time of batching, making it easy to install, and unlike other waterproofing methods, require less trades on site and shorten the time required for installation. The Admix C-Series has been specially formulated to meet varying project and temperature conditions.

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Level-Right® floor underlayment: the rock-solid solution for uneven floors

April 27, 2023

Level-Right® floor underlayment: the rock-solid solution for uneven floors

Maxxon® Commercial Pro Level-Right® is a self-leveling, hydraulic cement-based underlayment designed to flatten and smooth concrete slabs.

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The Benefits of Translucent Panel Daylighting Systems

April 20, 2023

The Benefits of Translucent Panel Daylighting Systems

Major Industries has been manufacturing translucent panel skylights, canopies and wall systems since 1980. Their popularity is driven by the fact that they’re a great way to bring soft, diffuse daylighting into interior spaces. They’re also lightweight, easy to install, don’t require expensive internal or external shading devices, are impact resistant and affordable. Lets take a look at what makes up a translucent panel, and how they can benefit your next project.

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Resources to meet sustainability requirements

March 29, 2023

Resources to meet sustainability requirements

National Gypsum provides products and product disclosure documents that help architects design sustainable buildings

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Using roof cover board to reduce outside sound transmission

February 21, 2023

Using roof cover board to reduce outside sound transmission

Learn about tested roof assemblies to meet indoor environmental quality needs.

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Stainless Steel Waterstop can stop even the most corrosive fluids in their tracks

December 14, 2022

Stainless Steel Waterstop can stop even the most corrosive fluids in their tracks

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TPV waterstops for chemical, industrial, & environmental applications

October 17, 2022

TPV waterstops for chemical, industrial, & environmental applications

Earth Shield® Thermoplastic Vulcanizate Waterstop (TPV, aka TPE-R) is used as a fluid-tight diaphragm, embedded in concrete, across and along the joint, for primary and secondary containment structures. Earth Shield® Chemical Resistant Waterstops are resistant to a wide range of oils, solvents, and aggressive chemicals. Alcohol, ketones, glycols, esters, and aqueous solutions of acids, salts, and bases have little effect on Earth Shield® Thermoplastic Vulcanizate Waterstop.

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Designing Health Care Facilities for Optimal IEQ

October 10, 2022

Designing Health Care Facilities for Optimal IEQ

Acoustics are crucial to Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ). When a surgeon is operating or a doctor is delivering important news to a patient, sound control is essential. And in certain areas of hospitals and urgent care centers, the Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating between rooms must be higher to produce quieter results.

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