Environmental Design & Construction articles from June 2003

Environmental Design & Construction archives from June 2003

Certifiably green, ED+C recognized by USGBC. (Editor's Note).
June 1, 2003... With the expanding "green" market, and diverse definitions of the word "green" itself, how do you decide which products to specify? Certification may make that process a little easier. Environmental claims, products and manufacturing...

It's easy being green with lees carpets: new Visio Collection most sustainable carpet from top... to bottom. (Cut Sheet).(Lees Carpet Div.)
June 1, 2003... Lees answers the need for environmentally responsible carpeting featuring superb style and unparalleled performance with the introduction of the Visia Collection. Since the sustainable design initiative gained attention and generated support...

Outstanding practitioners, programs recognized during Green Building Conference. (Newsline).
June 1, 2003... Baltimore, Md.--As part of the fifth annual National Green Building Conference in Baltimore, the NAHB Research Center presented winners of the National Green Building Awards. The awards program, now in its third year, honors and encourages...

New York EPA offices switch to wind power. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... New York--The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) switched to non-polluting wind power for its offices in lower Manhattan marking the celebration of Earth Day in April. With the switchover, the EPA Region 2 office, which serves New...

Textiles of knoll, Inc. (Oneliners).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Atlanta, Ga.--Textiles of knoll, Inc., have earned the GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification for low emitting products.

The U.S. Green Building Council. (Oneliners).
June 1, 2003... Pittsburgh--Register online now for The U.S. Green Building Council's "greenbuild" Conference and Expo (November 12 to 14, 2003) at www.greenbuildexpo.org.

Carrier Corp. (Oneliners).(membership in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Leaders program)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Washington, D.C.--Carrier Corp. and parent company United Technologies joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Leaders program, making Carrier the first HVAC manufacturer to join.

The American Backflow Prevention Association. (Oneliners).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Atlanta, Ga.--ISH North America show organizers announced that two additional organizations--The American Backflow Prevention Association and the World Plumbing Council--have given their endorsement to the ISH North American trade show.

Toyota complex earns gold for new green complex. (Newsline).
June 1, 2003... Torrance, Calif. -- The largest "green" building complex in the United States officially opened its doors for business on April 22, 2003. as part of Earth Day celebrations at the headquarters of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., the company...

Kyocera Solar modules to power long Island's Fiesta Solar Community Cafe. (Newsline).(Kyocera Solar, Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Scottsdale, Ariz. -- Kyocera Solar, Inc., announced that it wiii be the exclusive provider of photovoltaic (PVI panels to the "Fiesta Solar Community Cafe," located in the old Brentwood train station of Long Island, N.Y The historic building,...

Youth Artists For Humanity to design green building. (Newsline).
June 1, 2003... Boston, Mass. -- As Artists For Humanity (AFH) continues to provide at-risk Boston area youth with an after-school art apprenticeship program, its youth artists are working with a leading Boston architectural firm and general contractor to...

IIDA and DuPont announce the first annual Student Sustainable Design Competition winners. (Newsline).(International Interior Design Association, DuPont Antron)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Chicago, Ill. - The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) in partnership with DuPont Antron announced the winners of the first annual Student Sustainable Design Competition. The competition celebrates and encourages sustainable...

Federal Highway Administration announces 12 awards for Environmental Excellence. (Newsline).
June 1, 2003... Washington, D.C. -- Federal Highway Administrator Mary E. Peters announced 12 winners of Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) 2003 Environmental Excellence Awards. "These models of excellence inspire commitment to environmental...

Luxaire helps Make Wish come true for Oklahoma child. (Newsline).
June 1, 2003... Norman, Okla. -- The first in a series of wishes made possible by a partnership between Luxaire Heating and Air Conditioning and the Make-A-Wish Foundation has been granted to a 7-year-old Tuttle, Okla., resident. Amber, who has B-Cell...

The boom: in commercial solar systems.
June 1, 2003... What do Johnson & Johnson, the Santa Rita Jail and the U.S. Navy have in common? They are some of first members of the solar 'megawatt club." Each has installed over a megawatt of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on commercial buildings. What's...

Inside insulation: selecting insulation for an energy efficient environment.
June 1, 2003... Who could forget the Pink Panther rolling out a batt of pink insulation? Well, that is no longer the only option in insulation. When specifying insulation necessary for energy-efficient building construction, consider the environment, health...

Building green, economically.(BEES software)
June 1, 2003... The idea of "green" buildings has a definite market appeal with many tenants, and responsible owners and facility managers want to do what they can to preserve the environment. Yet, the cost of many green building features can be prohibitive....

Indoor air quality and source control.
June 1, 2003... The majority of health and environmental organizations around the globe recognize indoor air pollution as a significant threat to public health. As stated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in its vision for the 21st Century:...

Energy-efficient products debut at Lightfair 2003. (Lighting Products).
June 1, 2003... Lightfair International 2003, the world's largest conference and trade show dedicated to architectural and commercial lighting, set records with the number of attendees this year. The conference and trade show (May 3-8 in New York) broke all...

Indoor air quality: engineering for a healthy building and a healthy bottom line.
June 1, 2003... In 1973, the Arab oil embargo ushered in an era of energy-conservation that brought a reexamination of traditional heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and building design. The goal: to establish a balance between occupant comfort...

Reading between the lines: collaborative efforts generate innovative Environmental technologies at a library in the "Natural" State.
June 1, 2003... With the international headquarters of successful multi-national corporations like Wal-Mart and Tyson Foods located in Northwest Arkansas, growth and development are no strangers to this region. However, the quality and quantity of rapid...

Prioritizing clean air: how to ensure healthy indoor air quality in design and construction. (Indoor Air Quality).
June 1, 2003... Staying on Budget. Finishing on Time. Protecting Indoor Air Quality? Every design and construction job is driven by budget restrictions and project deadlines, but is the prevention of indoor air pollution a top priority? It should be. The...

Benjamin Moore & Co. processional coatings. (Cut Sheet).
June 1, 2003... Eco Spec[R] PRISTINE[R] Interior Latex Eggshell Enamel 223 Features * Low Odor * Low VOCs * Quick return to service * 100% Acrylic * Dries quickly to a beautiful eggshell finish with the washability of a...

Marmoleum[R] Artoleum[R]. (Cut Sheet).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Features & Benefits Durable When properly maintained, Marmoleum and Artoleum will retain their attractive appearance for decades. Resilient In the drying rooms, Marmoleum and Artoleum are toughened to the point where they...

Antron[R] the style, performance and sustainability leader. (Cut Sheet).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Antron[R], the most recognized brand of commercial carpet fiber, is manufactured by DuPont Textiles & Interiors. Advanced soil and stain resistance, exclusive fiber technology, innovative styling and Environmentally Preferable Product...

Paint product to inhibit Microbe growth. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Portland, Ore. -- Miller Paint Co. recently launched a line of interior paint that incorporates Microban antimicrobial product protection that inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew that can cause stains and odors on the dried paint...

Indoor/outdoor Glass product company utilizes recycling and reuse of tempered glass. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Vancouver, Canada -- Joel Berman Glass Studios has developed new casting methods for three-dimensional molds. First, Joel Berman Glass Studios created corrugated textures for a corporate headquarters project in San Francisco. These textures...

Fire Retardant wheat straw Particleboard and recycled wood fiber MDF now available.
June 1, 2003... Alberta, Canada -- Panel Source International (PSI) has recently introduced two new products: PyroBlock Fire Retardant Particleboard Plus and PyroBlock Fire Retardant Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) Plus. PyroBlock Particleboard Plus is a Class...

InSpire Wall System utilizes alternative energy. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Allentown, Pa. -- The ATAS InSpire Wall System utilizes alternative energy to preheat fresh ventilation air, providing improved indoor air quality while reducing heating energy consumption and providing long-term value. This system utilizes...

Acoustical Ceilings manufactured from recycled content emit no VOCs. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Thornton, Colo.--Hunter Douglas has officially launched Techstyle Acoustical Ceilings, a suspended acoustical ceiling that blends superior acoustic technology with sleek contemporary style, the company says. Techstyle products will be produced...

Frameless windows can be incorporated into storefront and curtain wall systems. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Norcross, Ga.--Storefront and curtain wall GLASSvents (shown) from Kawneer, an Alcoa Co., are visually frameless windows that can be incorporated into the companys major storefront and curtain wall systems. These products provide less exterior...

Interior latex paint contains no VOCs. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Cleveland--For interior designers, specifiers and architects, Sherwin-Williams Harmony line of interior latex paints delivers high-end commercial coating aesthetics and performance without disruptive odors in critical or high traffic areas....

Manufacturer of product for cladding and facade minimizes waste. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Poway, Calif.--Meteon from Trespa North America can be used for new construction and for refurbishing in applications such as cladding facade, fascias, soffits and balcony panels. Trespa Meteon is a product that contains 70 percent wood fibers...

Ceiling Panels feature patented anti-microbial treatment. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Chicago -- The Eclipse Climaplus Ceiling Panels from USC Interiors are now available with the /Egis Microbc Shield. This patented technology, which is licensed exclusively to USC Interiors by /Egis Environments, inhibits the growth of...

Recyclable coating available in new natural metallic finish. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Moon Township, Pa. -- Centria introduces its new Durallure Finish System to offer architects and designers the natural look of unpainted metal with a uniform, spangle-free finish. Durallure is a patented aluminum-zinc metallic coating process...

Award-winning ICF system minimizes waste. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Kingston, Ontario -- IntegraSpec panelized insulated concrete form wall system is produced in the United States and Canada for commercial, industrial, residential and agricultural construction. IntegraSpec is an ICF with patented locking webs...

Foam core panels form a solid thermal envelope. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Blissfield, Mich. -- Insulspan structural panels are foam core panels suitable for residential and commercial building applications. The solid, one-piece structural components can be used in walls, floors and roofs to form a solid thermal...

New Flat Wall Form saves time and energy. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Albuquerque, N.M. -- American PolySteel's new PS * 4000 Flat Wall Form Series of insulating concrete forms creates 8 square feet of wall area. Four courses of PS * 4000 forms will stack an 8-foot wall, reducing labor and time spent during...

New wood casement/awning windows now available. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Mosinee, Wis. -- Vetter Windows & Doors recently announced the availability of its new wood casement (shown), awning and double hung windows. A 3/4-inch warm-edge insulated glass is standard. For maximum energy efficiency and convenience,...

ICFs reduce air infiltration and energy costs. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Pampano Beach, Fla. -- ECO-Block offers insulated concrete forms (ICF) with an R-Value of R-22, easily 30 percent above the minimum standard for the energy codes in most parts of the USA, the company says. In addition, air infiltration is...

Wallsystem assures strength, convenience and energy-savings. (New and Notable).
June 1, 2003... Cobourg, Ontario -- Arxx Building Products, manufacturer of insulated concrete forms (ICFs), offers the Arxx High Performance Wall System, a "stay in place" concrete forming system for stronger, safer and more energy efficient walls, the...

Manufacturer promotes environmental, recyclable Brick. (New & Notable).
June 1, 2003... Cheraw, SC -- Palmetto Brick Co., South Carolina's largest family owned and operated brick manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of J.L. Anderson Co., Inc., recently launched its "Keeping Our Community Green" Program in an effort to...

Selling green design to clients who don't ask for it. (Green Edge).
June 1, 2003... Sustainable design is one of the fastest-growing movements of the building sector. Yet less than 10 percent of all new projects could be labeled green by any definition. Awareness and demand are growing, but are only now entering the...