Thursday, March 31, 2016

OptiCool Announces Its Data Center Cooling System Is Seismic-Rated


OptiCool Technologies has announced that its data center rack cooling solution is NEBS Zone 4 Seismic GR-63 compliant, having passed rigorous testing where the data center cooling system remained operational after the equivalent of an 8.3 seismic event. 

OptiCool Announces Its Data Center Cooling System Is Seismic-Rated


OptiCool Technologies has announced that its data center rack cooling solution is NEBS Zone 4 Seismic GR-63 compliant, having passed rigorous testing where the data center cooling system remained operational after the equivalent of an 8.3 seismic event. 

AIA Selects Upjohn Research Initiative Projects

Grants awarded to initiatives that study various aspects of design within the built environment.

AIA Selects Upjohn Research Initiative Projects

Grants awarded to initiatives that study various aspects of design within the built environment.

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Carnegie Mellon to Make IAQ Monitors Available at Public Libraries Nationwide


Carnegie Mellon University researchers believe that learning about the quality of the air you breathe should be as easy and inexpensive as borrowing a book from a library, and that's why they plan to provide free Speck air quality monitors to 100 public libraries nationwide.

Ryan Rademacher Promoted to VP of Design at Radius Track

Radius Track Corporation announced that Ryan Rademacher, AIA, has been promoted to Vice President of Design.

Carnegie Mellon to Make IAQ Monitors Available at Public Libraries Nationwide


Carnegie Mellon University researchers believe that learning about the quality of the air you breathe should be as easy and inexpensive as borrowing a book from a library, and that's why they plan to provide free Speck air quality monitors to 100 public libraries nationwide.

Ryan Rademacher Promoted to VP of Design at Radius Track

Radius Track Corporation announced that Ryan Rademacher, AIA, has been promoted to Vice President of Design.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Perkins+Will Strengthens Global Workplace Leadership

The New York office of global architecture and design firm Perkins+Will announced today the addition of two leaders to its acclaimed workplace practice.

Perkins+Will Strengthens Global Workplace Leadership

The New York office of global architecture and design firm Perkins+Will announced today the addition of two leaders to its acclaimed workplace practice.

BPI Introduces Healthy Home Evaluator Credential


The Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) announced it is introducing the Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE) credential to the home performance, weatherization, and healthy housing workforce, with the goal of breaking the link between unhealthy housing and unhealthy families through home performance interventions.

BPI Introduces Healthy Home Evaluator Credential


The Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) announced it is introducing the Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE) credential to the home performance, weatherization, and healthy housing workforce, with the goal of breaking the link between unhealthy housing and unhealthy families through home performance interventions.

Monday, March 28, 2016

Tubelite Expands Facility in Walker, Mich.

Continuing its steady growth, Tubelite Inc. completed a 33,000-square-foot expansion at its facility in Walker, Mich.

New Control Networking Standard for the Industrial IoT to be Developed


LonMark International, with the cooperation of Echelon Corp., the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee TC-247, and LonMark Germany, announced plans to develop a new control-networking standard for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Tubelite Expands Facility in Walker, Mich.

Continuing its steady growth, Tubelite Inc. completed a 33,000-square-foot expansion at its facility in Walker, Mich.

New Control Networking Standard for the Industrial IoT to be Developed


LonMark International, with the cooperation of Echelon Corp., the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee TC-247, and LonMark Germany, announced plans to develop a new control-networking standard for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Revizto Readying Major Launch

For coverage of BIM and technology for architecture, engineering and construction, new information will be released soon from Revizto.

Friday, March 25, 2016

Ingersoll Rand Recognized by EPA for Climate Action


The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the 2016 Climate Leadership Award recipients who will be honored for their leadership in helping fight climate change. Ingersoll Rand, Davidson, North Carolina, will be presented with an Organizational Leadership Award for phasing out HCFCs and other refrigerants.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

PNNL to Help Advance Algorithms for Energy-Efficient Buildings


Buildings could use significantly less energy with the help of a new project announced by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) at its Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). The lab is being awarded $300,000 for the project which is part of DOE's new Small Business Vouchers Pilot.

Kyle Stanish Joins Klein and Hoffman as a Senior Associate

Klein and Hoffman announced that Kyle Stanish, Ph.D, S.E., P.E. has joined the company as a Senior Associate.

New Webinars in Vectorworks Architecture Educational Series

Earn 1 AIA LU per episode while learning about the modernist and post-modern eras.

IAC Acoustics Names Darren Riley HVAC Silencer Sales Manager


IAC Acoustics, a division of Sound Seal, and a leading manufacturer of metal acoustical and noise control products and solutions serving the industrial, architectural, commercial, and construction industries, announced it has hired Darren Riley to serve as product sales manager for the HVAC Silencer Division.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

CFSEI to Host Webinar on Steel Trusses, Blast Loads

The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute will host a webinar on “Cold-Formed Steel Trusses and Blast Loads” on April 14 at 3:00 p.m. EDT.

Victaulic Introduces Coupling System for HDPE Pipe


Victaulic, a manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, has announced the launch of its Refuse-to-Fuse™ system for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe. Featuring a range of couplings and fittings, the company says the system offers installation up to 10 times faster than fusing.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Kristine Harding of Alabama to Lead NCARB

Distinguished member of the Board of Directors for the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards set to assume presidency in 2016.

Rittal Introduces New Rack and Row Precision IT Cooling


Rittal Corp. has introduced a new refrigerant-based rack and row cooling solution, known as LCP DX, for heat removal of critical IT components. The line is available in two models, as a rack or in-line solution.

Why IICRC Is The Top Carpet Cleaning Institute In The Nation

Industry professionals expect a lot from the carpet cleaning institute they are associated with and the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification IICRC strives to meet this expectation. There are thousands and thousands of technicians in the field and homeowners are often frustrated with how the indu

Monday, March 21, 2016

John Birazzi Joins Klein and Hoffman as New Firm Owner

Klein and Hoffman announced a new company shareholder, John Birazzi, AIA, CSI, CDT, Leed AP, as Associate Principal.

Solar-Powered Data Center Aims at Net Zero Energy Computing


The Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center (MGHPCC), its member universities, and the city of Holyoke, Massachusetts, have announced the launch of the Mass Net Zero Data Center (MassNZ), an experimental, solar-powered, micro data center that is the first of its kind in New England.

Sunday, March 20, 2016

ROCKFON Breaks Ground on First North American Facility

ROCKFON hosted a celebration event for the groundbreaking of its first North American acoustic ceiling panel manufacturing facility, under construction in Marshall County, Miss.

Friday, March 18, 2016

Ice Energy, Riverside Public Utilities Share Award for Boosting Local Economy


Ice Energy’s partnership with Riverside (California) Public Utilities (RPU) was honored with a Public-Private Partnership award, recognizing their commitment to job creation and economic growth. The award was given by California’s Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP), the region’s largest economic development organization.

Automated Logic Invests in Magnum Energy Solutions


Magnum Energy Solutions, a provider of energy management solutions, announced that Automated Logic Corp. has made an equity investment in the business. Automated Logic provides building automation and control systems through a nationwide dealer network.

DOE Recognizes Orlando Better Buildings Partners for Energy Efficiency Upgrades


The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recognized the city of Orlando, Florida, and Parkway Properties for their leadership in improving energy efficiency across a combined 20 million square feet of building space by 20 percent within 10 years.

RCI Founder Bob Lyons Passes Away

RCI was founded in 1983 by Robert "Bob" Lyons.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Tubelite Promotes Steve Jaskolski to VP of Operations

Most recently, Jaskolski served as director of operations for the company’s facility in Walker, Mich.

Atlanta’s Coolray Announces National Alliance, The Wrench Group


Coolray, a leading Atlanta-based provider of heating, cooling, and plumbing services, has announced its partnership with The Wrench Group, an alliance of four top home services companies in the United States with the support of Investcorp, a leading provider and manager of alternative investment products.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

NCARB to Give News on Licensing at AIA 2016

At this year's AIA Convention look for several major announcements from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.

OpTerra Energy Services Opens San Diego Office


OpTerra Energy Services, an Oakland, California-based energy services company, announced it has opened a new office in San Diego to support the region’s growing sustainability needs in both the private and public sector.

Monday, March 14, 2016

Landis Mechanical Group Joins Linc Service Franchise Network


ABM Industries Inc. announced that Landis Mechanical Group Inc. has signed a franchise agreement to join its Linc Service franchise network. Landis Mechanical Group is a leading provider of mechanical contracting services in Leesport, Pennsylvania.

Sunday, March 13, 2016

PIMA, IMT and CEIR Release 2015 I-Codes Design Guide

PIMA, IMT and the CEIR have released the Roof and Wall Thermal Design Guide: Applying the Prescriptive Insulation Standards of the 2015 I-Codes.

Friday, March 11, 2016

SolarCity Launches Smart Energy Home in Hawaii


SolarCity is introducing a Smart Energy Home offering to new residential customers in Hawaii. It includes advanced technology: solar photovoltaic (PV), battery storage, smart electric water heaters, and the Nest Learning Thermostat, all coordinated by a home gateway.

DOE Issues a Notice of Open Meetings Pertaining the Circulator Pumps Working Group


The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of open meetings pertaining to the circulator pumps working group.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Dan Burke of Goettl Air Conditioning Honored with Skip Snyder Humanitarian Award


ACCA has honored Dan Burke, chairman of Goettl Air Conditioning, Tempe, Arizona, with the 2016 Skip Snyder Humanitarian Award. The award was presented today as part of a MainStage Session at the ACCA 2016 conference.

ARCOM, Tarkett North America Sign Agreement

The goal of this partnership is to promote Tarkett flooring solutions to architects, engineers and design professionals through the leading specification software MasterSpec.

WaterFurnace Announces Return of SEVENbration Savings


WaterFurnace International Inc., a leading manufacturer of geothermal and water source heat pumps, has announced the return of its SEVENbration savings event for the company’s high-efficiency 7 Series variable capacity geothermal heat pump.

NCARB to Launch Alternative to Licensure

Starting this summer, design professionals with more than five years of experience will be able to pursue licensure through NCARB’s new e-Portfolio option.

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

AAON Breaks Ground on New Engineering Research and Development Lab


AAON Inc., a leading manufacturer of heating and cooling equipment, announced that it has broken ground on a new engineering research and development laboratory at its Tulsa, Oklahoma, manufacturing facility. The three-story 75,000-square-foot facility will be both an acoustical and performance measuring laboratory.

High Performance Acoustic Ceiling Panels

CertainTeed

Monday, March 7, 2016

Saving on Labor and Material Costs for Roof Insulation

An increase in labor costs, coupled with a shortage of workers, continues to deliver a double wallop to professional roofers’ bottom lines.

Emerson’s Sensi Wi-Fi Thermostat Now Works Directly with Amazon Echo


Emerson announced that its Sensi™ Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat now works with Amazon Echo and Alexa, the Amazon cloud-based voice service.

Friday, March 4, 2016

Marley Introduces New Wireless Thermostat Kit


Marley Engineered Products (MEP) has announced the introduction of a new, easy-to-install method for wireless heating control with its Honeywell RedLINK™-compatible Wireless Thermostat Kit.

Wind Uplift Resistance System

Tectura Designs

Thursday, March 3, 2016

IoT Leader Secures $25 Million in Equity Financing


Enlighted Inc., a leading provider of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for commercial buildings, announced that the company secured $25 million in Series D funding to accelerate its IoT app development and expand international distribution to France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Firestone Names 2016 Master Contractor Program Winners

Annual awards honor contractors for achieving excellence in commercial and industrial roofing installations.