JAC August/September 2007
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Special Report
by Joe Maty, JAC Editor If any lingering doubts persist in the design and building professions regarding the level of interest in cool-roof technologies, this perception can be quickly dispelled by reviewing a forthcoming paper by experts on the subject from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
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Buying Guide
Listed below are 23 companies that manufacture or supply metal curtain wall products, coating’s for these metal products, or coating application services. Each company has provided complete contact information, as well as a brief description of its offerings.
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Special Report
Listed below are 23 companies that manufacture or supply metal curtain wall products, coating’s for these metal products, or coating application services. Each company has provided complete contact information, as well as a brief description of its offerings.
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by Joe Maty, JAC Editor The use of powder coatings for protective and decorative applications on high-profile architectural metal exteriors would logically figure to be an idea whose time has come, what with the heightened level of interest in green-building methods and materials.
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Passing the Test
by Allen Zielnik, Atlas Materials Testing Technology LLC Building design and construction underwent a fundamental shift in the first half of the 20th century. The exact timing of the transition in architectural design from traditional, external loadbearing walls—usually masonry—to today’s dominant technology o
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Special Report
by Allen Zielnik, Atlas Materials Testing Technology LLC Building design and construction underwent a fundamental shift in the first half of the 20th century. The exact timing of the transition in architectural design from traditional, external loadbearing walls—usually masonry—to today’s dominant technology o
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News
Akzo Nobel N.V. reported an agreement to acquire ICI plc for approximately 8 billion British pounds, or approximately $16 billion.
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Projects
A combination of a fast-track construction schedule and a rain-and windswept seaside setting presented the owners and designers of the Hilton Suites Hotel in Ocean City, MD, with a set of serious construction and building-performance issues. None of these
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The name says the facility is for the dogs, but the look has dog owner written all over it. After all, does a dog really care about the aesthetic appeal of his surroundings?
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by Max Tritremmel, International Paint LLC The New York Times building stands as one of the newest and most spectacular additions to Manhattan’s renowned skyline. The 52-story tower on Eighth Avenue between 40th and 41st streets, completed earlier this year, has won plaudits around the world for it
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Editor's Word
by Joseph G. Maty, Editor, JAC You know what’s great about living and working in this "green" revolution era in design and construction? It’s somewhat like politics, sports, and religion. Everyone’s got an opinion.
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Up Front: Portfolio
The concrete densifying/polishing process, employing multiple mechanical-grinding steps and application of a liquid concrete hardener/densifier, was used to enhance the appearance, toughness, and durability of the concrete floor surfaces pictured here. In
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Projects
The concrete densifying/polishing process, employing multiple mechanical-grinding steps and application of a liquid concrete hardener/densifier, was used to enhance the appearance, toughness, and durability of the concrete floor surfaces pictured here. In
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With a variety of pools, spas, saunas, fountains, and other aquatic features spread over 60,000 square feet of floor space and four building levels, waterproofing safeguards loomed large in design and construction plans for the sprawling new InSpa World in
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EDCO's Quick Response Codes
EDCO now includes Quick Response Code decals on machines. These QRC's provide customers with instant jobsite advice, problem solving tips and much more. Click to watch EDCO machines in action.
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