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Sustainability
Sto Corp. Wins Project of the Year at EIFS Excellence Awards for Second Consecutive Year
April 29, 2025
Sto Corp., the innovative world leader in fully integrated facade systems, has been awarded the prestigious Project of the Year Award at the 2024 EIFS Excellence Awards for the second year in a row. This high-profile recognition underscore’s Sto Corp.’s leadership in energy efficiency, design versatility, and sustainable innovation across the building envelope industry.
Celebrate Earth Day – 22 April 2025: Sustainable Outdoor Solutions by TerraCast®
April 22, 2025
This Earth Day, the spotlight is on creating a healthier planet through renewable energy and sustainable practices. At TerraCast®, AECinfo.com explores how their eco-friendly resin outdoor products contribute to this mission, helping to build greener, more sustainable spaces.
Understanding Free Area in Air Distribution Products
April 15, 2025
Understanding the difference between Free Area and Effective Free Area is crucial for AEC professionals working with air distribution products like diffusers and grilles. Free Area refers to the actual open space of the product, while Effective Free Area is determined through lab testing to assess real-world performance based on airflow dynamics. The latter is more valuable for performance predictions, as it considers design factors like shape and material. Titus offers further insights into this topic through their Tech Talk Blog.
New Ruskin® Data Center Dampers
February 5, 2025
Ruskin® introduces three new commercial damper models designed specifically for data centers: the CD60DC, CD50DC, and TED50DC. These models are engineered to optimize HVAC systems crucial for maintaining optimal conditions in data centers, ensuring high performance and reliability of information technology equipment (ITE).
High-Performance Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation Solutions
January 31, 2025
Closed-cell spray foam insulation is a high-performance solution for a variety of building needs, offering superior benefits such as air, water, and vapor barriers all in one product. Known for its higher density compared to open-cell foam, it provides a seamless, airtight building envelope that adheres to most surfaces and expands to fill gaps, making it ideal for commercial, residential, institutional, industrial, and agricultural applications.
StonePly Stone Panels: The Ultimate Solution for Modern Stone Cladding
December 6, 2024
StonePly stone panels revolutionize traditional stone cladding with their unique blend of natural beauty, strength, and advanced engineering. Whether you’re designing a skyscraper or a boutique interior, StonePly offers unmatched benefits.
Why Resin Light Pole Bases are Revolutionizing Urban Design
December 4, 2024
Discover why resin light pole bases are transforming urban spaces. Offering unmatched durability, lightweight efficiency, aesthetic versatility, and eco-friendly benefits, resin outperforms traditional materials like steel and concrete. Learn how this innovative solution is reshaping cityscapes with style and sustainability. Read more on TerraCast®’s insights.
Morin Matrix Series™: Versatile Rainscreen & Wall Panel Solutions
November 20, 2024
The Morin Matrix Series™ is a concealed fastener rainscreen/wall panel system. It features ten different profiles with unique bold box rib configurations. Combine with other Matrix panels, or with panels from our Integrity Series or Pulse Series.
Custom Steel Test Weights: Precision Solutions for Efficient Load Testing
October 17, 2024
In any industrial or commercial environment, ensuring the accuracy and safety of lifting devices is essential. AECinfo.com is always on the lookout for innovative solutions that address these critical needs. One approach gaining attention is the use of custom stackable steel test weights, which offer remarkable flexibility in load testing applications.
Guarding Your Home: How Heatlok Soya HP Insulation Can Shield Against Canada's Silent Threat – Radon Gas
October 2, 2024
Protect your home from Radon gas, Canada's #2 leading cause of lung cancer. Applied before the basement floor is poured, Heatlok Soya HP spray foam insulation seals walls, floor seams, and utility fittings in one pass and ensures a safer, healthier home.
Maximize Your Autumn Garden with TerraCast® Planters
September 26, 2024
Autumn is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor spaces with vibrant container gardens. As cooler weather sets in, creating a stunning garden display becomes all about selecting the right planters and plants. At AECinfo.com, we know how important durable, stylish planters are to achieving a flawless seasonal transformation, and TerraCast® resin planters offer the perfect blend of beauty, sustainability, and long-lasting quality. Ready to dive into autumn gardening? Here are some tips to get started.
Sustainable Solutions: Innovating Urban Greenery with Self-Watering Systems
July 26, 2024
Containers are a fantastic tool for improving curb appeal and creating more vibrant community spaces. However, they may need a lot of care and maintenance to flourish depending on the plantings. During the summer months, the soil in your downtown planters dries up faster, requiring more frequent watering (daily or every other day in a hot climate).
Unlock Sustainable Construction with Xypex Waterproofing Technology: Embrace Sustainability in Every Pour
March 25, 2024
Sustainability isn't just a concept; it's ingrained in Xypex's DNA. With over five decades of dedication, Xypex crystalline technology redefines waterproofing, integrating durability, longevity, and environmental consciousness into every project.
Eco-Friendly Landscaping - Discover the Sustainability of the TerraCast Resin Planters
February 13, 2024
In the constantly changing world of design and construction, the decisions we make today have a lasting impact on the future. Choosing sustainable materials not only affects the appearance of our projects but also helps to preserve our planet. TerraCast® Products provides sustainable products that don't compromise on quality. By using eco-friendly LLDPE resin material, we can make a positive contribution to the environment and stay true to our commitment to green practices in landscaping.
Strategies and Materials to Combat Thermal Bridging
January 11, 2024
With escalating energy costs, the quest for efficient insulation materials that curtail energy transfer has intensified among homeowners and builders. Even with superior insulation, the specter of thermal transfer lingers, especially when thermal bridging occurs between a structure's interior and exterior. To thwart thermal bridging, creating a seamless, continuous insulation barrier around the building's exterior is paramount. Employing the right materials and strategies can accomplish this with efficacy and confidence.
Unlock Architectural Excellence with Sto Masonry Veneer Engineered Systems (MVES)
September 28, 2023
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.
The Future of Energy-Efficient Homes: Embracing Panelized Construction
September 7, 2023
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.
Exploring Huntsman Building Solutions' Trailblazing Environmental Product Declaration for HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO: An Architect's Indispensable Resource
June 23, 2023
Architects embarking on the journey to evaluate the environmental impact of insulation can now rely on Huntsman Building Solutions' pioneering Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO. This EPD, available exclusively through Huntsman Building Solutions, represents a significant breakthrough as the first and only Type III, product-specific, independently verified declaration tailored specifically for spray foam. By providing architects with invaluable insights, this comprehensive resource empowers them to thoroughly assess the environmental implications associated with HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO.
Resources to meet sustainability requirements
March 29, 2023
National Gypsum provides products and product disclosure documents that help architects design sustainable buildings
StrataClean IQ Air Filtration System is quiet, energy-efficient and meets new EPA Clean Air in Buildings challenge recommendations
August 3, 2022
Introducing StrataClean IQ, an in-ceiling MERV 13 filtration system that is quiet, energy-efficient and meets new EPA Clean Air in Buildings challenge recommendations for increased ventilation. It's the easy way to specify for clean air!