Buildings Buzz - Feb 22nd, 2024
 
 
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February 22, 2024
We can’t change the world with resilient, inviting, cost-effective and healthy buildings by knocking down existing facilities and starting again—but here’s what we can do.
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The 5900 is a fail-safe designed to stop facility flooding caused by auxiliary drains that break due to freezing, accidents, or vandalism. They allow facilities to recover faster with less expense. The 5900 is available on select COLLECTANDRAIN models.

Learn how Women in Fenestration—a network launched by the National Fenestration Rating Council—is helping the building industry cultivate a more inclusive culture and a stronger future.
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The Facilities Expo provides learning opportunities to education professionals responsible for the planning, design, construction, operations, and management of educational facilities – all for FREE.

As of August 2023, most incandescent and halogen light bulbs are banned from sale. Fluorescents are headed down the same path. What are the options for building owners and managers?
Equipment and electronics in medical offices and labs are highly vulnerable to the effects of static electricity. That’s why the healthcare industry is taking a hard look at ESD flooring.
Battery-powered transportation devices can cause serious damage if they catch fire, but smart storage strategies can help mitigate the risks. Learn more.
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This guest and lounge seating collection, a collaboration between Encore and Gower + Woolf, uses human-centric design elements and layered components and an exposed frame to create a compelling aesthetic from any angle.
The Jack Outdoor collection is distinguished by clean lines and geometric shapes that give it a refined touch. It includes a sofa, armchair and footstool that are durable and lightweight for outdoor use.
This mirrored glass alternative is low-profile and lightweight, allowing it to take the place of glass in applications that wouldn’t be possible with conventional mirrors. Its concealed frame allows for invisible fastening so that seams are virtually invisible.
Printed on sisal, Foliage is a bold wallcovering with a twist—metallic foil that adds a touch of shine to the design. Choose from four colorways that complement the natural feel of the design and create a serene and elegant atmosphere.