architecture - engineering - construction Search NEWS BROWSE ABOUT JOBS Smoke Barriers vs. Smoke Partitions: What's the Difference? November 26, 2021 When designing a new building or retrofitting an older building to meet current codes, it’s important to understand that though smoke barriers and smoke partitions sound similar, they are unique installations that serve specific purposes. Both barriers and partitions can be used to help stop the spread of smoke in the event of a fire, giving occupants time to exit while preventing potential smoke damage. Smoke barriers and smoke partitions are critical elements of an effective smoke and fire mitigation strategy. By understanding what each of these installations specializes in and where they should be installed, you can make sure that your building is optimally protected from smoke. Read more 1620UT/1620UT SSG Curtain Wall System: Ultra Thermal Performance With A Slim Sightline November 24, 2021 Merging a slim, sleek sightline with advanced thermal performance and seismic testing, the 1620UT/1620UT SSG Curtain Wall System touts a powerful combination of features. Built on the success of the 1600UT Curtain Wall, the 1620UT/1620UT SSG Curtain Wall System delivers versatility and reliability, making it an excellent choice for low- to mid-rise applications in climates where high thermal or seismic performing façades are needed. Read more Four ways Draper window shades can help you live your best sustainable life November 22, 2021 In both commercial and residential construction sustainability is a big part of the conversation. Customers want their buildings to have a reduced environmental impact during construction and throughout their life cycle. Window shades can contribute to this effort in several ways; Here are four of them: Read more Product Spotlight: Sweep Edge System ME120 Sensing Edge plus ME120-C5 Mounting Channel November 19, 2021 ME120 is ideal for a wide variety of applications, from motorized doors and gates to industrial safeguarding on manufacturing equipment. Applications include: along conveyor systems to detect operator reach in, below lifts to protect from pinch points, and on a wide variety of plant equipment where touch-sensitive detection is desired. Read more Tips for Specifying Railing for Multifamily Balconies November 17, 2021 In the wake of COVID-19, multifamily housing developers are emphasizing outdoor amenity space more than ever with private balconies now at the top of many tenants’ must-have lists. In a recent white paper published by Newmark in conjunction with Hartman Design Group, a major developer reported that 70% of its units are now being designed with balconies, compared to 40%-50% pre-pandemic. Furthermore, they anticipate raising rent premiums for this in-demand amenity. Read more As America's Manufacturing Comes Back Online, Are Increases in OSHA Roof Safety Inspections on the Horizon? November 15, 2021 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant disruption to the manufacturing sector, and the long-term effects are still unfolding. Many facilities that experienced slowdowns or complete shutdowns are now seeing increased activity and expanded operations. If you’re in the manufacturing business, you should expect this return to regular business to also signal an increase in OSHA inspection frequency. Read more Special shapes have an impact on architectural design November 12, 2021 Designing the new senior living community required Antunovich Associates to navigate multiple national, state, and local building and health codes, as well as U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. The exterior of the new architecture was designed to resemble the historic Nellie Black building that previously resided on the site, but trying to match the original building’s Flemish bond created challenges. The traditional way to construct this pattern of bricks would be to layer red stretchers and black headers alternately in each course. Read more Touchless entry without compromising security November 10, 2021 Due to the global outbreak of COVID-19, business executives are thinking about future changes to their buildings for increased employee safety. Aside from social distancing, staggered operating shifts and temperature readers, facility managers are being told to make every door at the building envelope and within “touchless.” Not only do these entrances need to be hands-free, but they must also operate safely. We see this shift to contactless entry as a two-step process. The initial step fulfills the need for touchless entry, while the second addresses a new issue as a result – compromised security. Read more Improving Ballistic Resistance for Enhanced Government Security November 8, 2021 Adding materials for ballistic resistance serves as an extra level of defense for government security, protecting the people inside the buildings. This blog post by Armortex will serve as an insight into how ballistic resistance is used to enhance government security. Read more Wet Glaze vs. Dry Glaze: Which is Right for Your Railing Project? November 6, 2021 Read more How Important is Wellness in Your Designs? November 3, 2021 Good acoustics, access to natural light, pleasing aesthetics, and sustainable materials all play a role in adding wellness to your designs. Yet in any business or residential environment, indoor air quality (IAQ) may have the most important effect on an individual’s productivity and health. Read more Fall protection railings for metal standing-seam roofs November 1, 2021 Metal standing-seam roofs, once thought nearly impossible to protect, can now be fitted with SRC’s Accu-Fit Standing Seam railing system. Installation is simple and non-penetrating, with a clamp securing to the metal ribs of the panel without piercing the roof itself – ensuring your workers stay safe and your facility stays intact. Read more HERMETIC™ Flake Flooring Systems for commercial, industrial and residential spaces October 29, 2021 The HERMETIC™ Flake Flooring System is a durable, seamless, chemical resistant floor providing adjustable levels of slight texture and color to match any design theme or surroundings. This aesthetic floor includes multi-colored vinyl flakes (size options available) imbedded and fused between product layers providing an appealing look and increase slip resistance. Read more Ventilating the top and bottom of a cavity wall October 27, 2021 Weep Vents are commonly placed directly on the flashing at the bottom of the wall, below finished floor and above finished grade. What may be new to some is that now, it is becoming more common to also place weep vents at the top of the wall, either just below the shelf angle (commercial or multi-story) or just below the facia and soffit of a residential structure. Read more Accuride in action: moving medical testing stations forward with Baker-Ruskinn October 25, 2021 As people grow more and more connected globally, so do risks. Even before the outbreak of COVID-19, the world has already seen several significant pandemics in just the past two decades. Thankfully, dedicated researchers and emergency services throughout the world have done tremendous work in overcoming these threats. Reliable testing and analysis are vital contributors to the progress made in containing and stopping pandemics. Among the leading devices in testing and analysis is the Baker-Ruskinn Concept. Read more Food innovation incubator retrofits century old building windows with Extech’s lightwall system October 22, 2021 Factory, LLC has transformed an old steel mill in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, into a new business incubator for food and consum- er-packaged goods. Providing natural light, while promoting a comfortable, creative and productive interior, EXTECH/Exterior Technologies, Inc.’s LIGHTWALL 3440® interlocking polycarbonate translucent wall system replaced the brick exterior’s broken and empty window openings. Read more Add sophistication to interior and exterior spaces with a wide range of wood look finish options October 20, 2021 Explore METALWORKS Effects Wood Looks for both interior and exterior spaces. Read more Strengthen Your Bank Security Procedures October 18, 2021 Learn which 3 areas are critical to consider when designing a bank security system in this blog. Read more Privacy Element in Outdoor Spaces October 15, 2021 The privacy element is crucial in creating a comfortable outdoor space. Installing a fence or wall can be costly, but you can create privacy screens using plants and planters. Plants make excellent privacy screens because they can block noise and unsightly views while adding color, texture, and seasonal interest that only gets better each growing season. Large containers are ideal for creating privacy in a small space like a deck or patio. TerraCast® planters are made from a lightweight resin material, which makes the installation effortless and movable. The wide range of styles can fit any landscape style you desire! Read more European Inspired Glass Wall Systems October 13, 2021 Glass partitions are an easy way to transform your space into an upscale environment. Glass partitions can be as safe as they are aesthetically pleasing. Dividing Commercial and office Interiors with European Style Glass Wall Partitions offers an exceptional amount of style and functionality. 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