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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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New suspended ceiling technologies

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Armstrong Ceiling & Wall Solutions. Since COVID-19 and other pathogens are spread via tiny airborne droplets, one such step is an upgrade to the ventilation and filtration systems before bringing workers back. to resume normal or phased business operations improve the building’s ventilation system.

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8 ways to cool a factory

BDC Network

8 ways to cool a factory 0 qpurcell Sat, 06/08/2024 - 10:00 Industrial Facilities Whichever way you look at it—from a workplace wellness point of view or from a competing for talent angle—there are good reasons to explore options for climate control in the factory workplace. The “human factor” comes in second place.

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Transforming Your Basement Bathroom

CCR Magazine

Renovating a basement bathroom involves a series of well-defined steps that ensure both functionality and compliance with local building codes. Key considerations such as waterproofing and moisture control are critical due to Ottawa’s climate. Ensure compliance with these regulations to avoid future complications.

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Proper Ventilation: How to Improve Indoor Air Quality

Construction Marketing

While homeowners have implemented various ways to improve indoor air quality, such as working with Jarboe’s Louisville experts to install and ensure optimal functioning of HVAC units, poor ventilation is still a concern. There’s an exchange of air from inside and the outside and circulation within the building.

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‘Invisible’ Heater Design Elevates Comfort and Aesthetics at Manhattan Residential Skyscraper

CCR Magazine

To adequately heat the 111 Murray Street residential skyscraper in New York, the owner sought an effective way to maintain the aesthetic of the mostly glass building without being obtrusive to its design. Working in tandem with Technical Air Systems, Inc.,

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5 Best Practices Of Energy Efficient Buildings

Construction Marketing

As a commercial building proprietor, it’s recommended that you adopt energy-efficient solutions for your establishment. You can do your part by designing an energy-efficient building. Here are some of the best practices to make your building energy-efficient: 1. Install Building Insulation. You’re not alone though.