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High-tech Healing
The state-of-the-art Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, Calif.,
boasts a metal skin courtesy of Alcan Composites
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Buzz Words
For the past six months or so, health care has been the buzz word that everyone has been talking about. President Obama recently signed the much talked
about health care reform bill, which will start to go in effect over the next
few months. While there were a lot of people on both sides of the issues, it
S U P E R I O R F I R E R E S I S TA N C E
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definitely got people talking about health care. On that note, we are featuring
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hospitals and health care facilities in our Ownership Projects, starting on page
better health care.
experts to find out what you need to know to keep your company, employees
from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies and Mike Coleman from AlliedBarton
Energy efficiency is the other topic we deal with this month. John McGee
takes an in-depth look at the demand for electricity during mid-day and late
afternoon peaks. Learn more on page 11.
Additionally, on page 30, you can read about how Optimum Energys
Another issue we tackle in this months issue is that of safety and security.
online, along with our weekly blog posts on things going on within the
industry. If you are on Twitter, follow us at www.twitter.com/MetalBuildDev.
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Designed to appeal to the senses and evoke the natural
environs of northern Michigan, the new Turtle Creek Casino
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modern architecture gone green. The 336,000-square-foot
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Rollformed downspout
provides advantages
Sanidoor is a touch-free door opening system designed to reduce the spread of germs by eliminating contact with the door
System includes an ultra low profile system perfect for second floor
with the Sanidoor system open with the simple wave of ones hand,
much like hands-free faucets and towel dispensers. The Sanidoor sys-
system blends in with any housing style or trend without any visible ob-
structions to create a clean, rich seamless look. The system offers unlimited
with swinging doors, latching doors, like those on cruise ships, and
trim possibilities and can be installed from inside or outside the porch area.
single-use locking public restrooms that are ideal for doctors waiting
Fasteners for the system are completely hidden, adding to the appeal.
reduces the required building height. For the single T-hangar replace-
its introduction in early 2009, 18-gauge Flex-C Trac has been available
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in 3 5/8- and 6-inch (92- and 152-mm) widths. Flex-C Trac provides an
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A redesigned
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green scene
reflective look.
different ways.
Vernon, N.Y.
different sensibilities.
It was a combination of
a lot of little things we did
and not one big thing
and typically thats how
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Figure 1.
Out-of-the-box Thinking
There are a number of answers available
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solution, return on investment, simplicity and
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cooler temperatures make the entire energy
system more efficientand storing it for use
the following day. Effectively lossless, thermal
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Safe Keeping
By Marcy Marro
boiler room?
the neighborhood?
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Toscano said.
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Digital Revolution
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The grand Gaylord Texan Resort of the Lone Star State, references the natural materials rooted in the architecture of Texas. The
Hnedak BoBo Group, Inc. chose the Tite-Loc Metal Roofing Panel
in Galvalume Plus to mirror the metal roofs used throughout the
region. The roofing contractor, Supreme Systems, installed
163,261 sq. ft. of Tite-Loc Panels over this expansive roof.
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High-tech Healing
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This Chart summarizes the performance of Chilling Station 6 over a seven-day period in January 2010.
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the performance ranged from 0.32 to 0.35 kW/ton.
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terminal that would be home to nine commercial aircraft gates, in addition to hold rooms,
new passenger amenities, and retail, food and
beverage concessions. With its striking design
that demonstrates the regions leadership in
technology and innovation, the North Concourse provides a signature identity for the airport and sets the standard for all future airport
development. The open and airy space was
designed to enhance comfort and convenience
for passengers.
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front of the apartments, providing a harmonious flow between the outside world and the
internal home. Taking the design cue from traditional permeable architecture of Kolkata, the
outer screens act to shade sun and rain, while
maximizing natural light and maintaining external views. The effect in the six three-bedroom
and six four-bedroom duplex apartments is of
dappled patterns of light and shade that create
an airy effect, belying the strength of the steel.
The steel structure is of a high grade and
manufactured to international standards with
Tata Bluescope Steel and Tata Steel. Galvanized
and painted steels are used for corrosion protection and to ensure a long life for the apartments.
The use of steel in Restellos construction also
fits well with the demands of the local climate.
Dampness is a major hazard for people living
in Kolkata due to the high levels of moisture
content in the atmosphere. Steels resistance to
dampness and soiling is advantageous as it does
not shrink or swell from time or humidity, which
contributes to an improved dry wall and exterior
appearance, as well as improving the quality of
the fit of doors and windows.
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RCI members typically specialize in the
entire building envelope. They have deep
knowledge of roofing, waterproofing and
exteriors. By their code of ethics, RCI members are objective in their project and product
recommendations. RCI members know how
to cooperate with manufacturers to obtain accurate technical information about the reliability
and performance of building products and their
suitability for a particular application. Additionally, many of the associations members hold
the professional designation of Registered Roof
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LMCurbs 20-year
warranty now standard
Beginning April 1, Longview, Texas-based
LMCurbs 20-year roof curb warranty
now comes standard on all aluminum
roof curbs for standing-seam and R-panel
roofsat no additional cost.
There is already
a significant value and
long term savings for
customers who use our
roof curbs, said David
Funderburk, president
of LMCurbs. A 20-year
warranty backing any product is very rare in
any industry. This is why we are very excited
to give this aggressive warranty to show the
confidence we have in each roof curb manufactured. We want to provide current and
future customers with even more confidence
that they are supplying their customers with
the best roof curbs on the market. This can
be achieved by standing behind our product
for 20 years.
The warranty is made possible through
each roof curb being manufactured on a per
job basis, taking into account every detail to
ensure they are built to last.
Key curb features include:
All aluminum construction
Under/over installation
Continuously welded seams
Curb base sides extend to
natural roof panel seam
Sub-frame package
12-inch- (305-mm-) tall sidewalls
Integrated upslope cricket
With being part of the metal building
industry, we feel we have a shared respon-
Metl-Span to distribute
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GREENGUARD offers
online tool for owners
Developers and building owners have a
comprehensive new online tool to help
them construct and maintain mold and
moisture-resistant buildings with superior
indoor air quality.
The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute, Marietta, Ga., recently unveiled its newly
redesigned Web site, which offers builders and
owners a blueprint for healthier structures that
can safeguard against interior moisture and
mold growth while minimizing the financial risk
associated with mold damage.
Mold feeds on many of the materials used
in building construction, and it can spread
rapidly in damp conditions.When mold grows
on building materials, it actually digests the
materials, destroying surfaces, releasing toxic
chemicals, and weakening underlying structuresresulting not only in unhealthy indoor
environments, but also severe economic loss.
Taking the appropriate steps to prevent
mold growth before it occurs is critical for builders and ownersfrom both a health and a financial perspective, said Henning Bloech, executive
director of GEI.GREENGUARDs new and
improved Web siteand, in particular, its Builders and Owners sectionmakes understanding
and executing those steps easier than ever.
In addition to providing a wealth of information on mold, moisture and indoor air quality, GEIs new Web site offers an enhanced
GREENGUARD Product Guide, which helps
builders find low-emitting building products
and materials that can earn them sustainable
credits. The site also offers increased visibility
of GREENGUARD Building Construction Certified and registered buildingsas well as their
owners, developers and general contractors
by showcasing them in the Find Certified and
Registered Buildings section.
Other new Web features and upgrades include a complete site redesign, improved site
navigability and a comprehensive FAQ section.
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nonresidential spending or construction employment, I would guess early 2011 before we start
building construction?
Simonson: I think that this will be a time of
energy, etc.
a time of investment/growth?
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