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About The Cover

The $29-million, 150,000-sq.-ft. Lady Bird Johnson Middle School in Irving, TX, was the first net-zero public middle school in the state. This and other highly efficient and net-zero schools are starting to make their presence known in the education scene. To learn more about these energymizer buildings, turn to p. 8.

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Will Your Next School Be Net Zero?

Energy efficiency, up to and including zeroenergy status, is a major factor in educational design strategies today.

Building Technology

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HVAC & Plumbing

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The Green Angle Showcases Index Portfolio

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16 Cameras Connect School, Police

19 A Hand Dryer For Every Reason

26 Roof Waves Soar With Planes At LAX

A video-surveillance system at a Michigan school allows the local police department to remotely monitor activity and be better prepared to respond to emergencies.

College-prep facility finds one size needn’t satisfy all of the school’s hand-dryer requirements.

Alucobond composite panels flow into a roof reminiscent of ocean waves to give a busy airport personality.

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20 Historical Past Meets Sustainable Future Geothermal system is one of several green technologies that support 1908 structure.

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Windows & Doors

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31 LEDs Revitalize Recital Hall

36 Flooring Promotes Accessibility

43 Building’s Public Face Reflects Energy Aims

Lumentalk technology converts college’s performance space without re-wiring.

Nora rubber flooring helps manage acoustics and provides a smooth path for recovery at a rehab facility.

Net-zero and LEED-Platinum certification drove the design of Salt Lake City’s Public Safety Building.

39 Rusty Lockers Kicked Out In Renovation

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Banks of maintenance-free lockers provide quality storage and durability for a Canadian university.

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Are You Listening?

T

hese days it’s very easy to absorb or be fed in-

trolling building functions. That job falls to the

formation all day long, no matter what you’re

building-automation system. Building-automa-

doing or where you are. Options include this mag-

tion technology has become rather sophisticated

azine, the ever-present Internet, e-mail, and the

in terms of what it can do. Even better is that the

old-fashioned audio method: human conversation.

user interfaces, which used to be rather challeng-

An electronic audio method I enjoy is the pod-

ing to manage, have become quite friendly, to the

cast. I listen to podcasts quite often to keep up

point of being downright easy to use.

with a variety of subjects. I like them because I

In the podcast, “Drive Energy Costs Down

can learn while driving, exercising, gardening, or

With Building Automation,” Kevin Callahan,

simply doing chores.

marketing manager at Alerton Inc., Redmond,

CBP has been producing podcasts covering a

WA, talks about the technology, what it can do,

variety of commercial-construction topics for

and how people are using automation systems in a

some time now. This year we are working to sig-

variety of buildings. If you’ve been intimidated by

nificantly increase the number of podcasts we of-

building-automation systems in the past, what

fer to provide you with another way to stay in-

Kevin has to say will help chase those fears away.

formed about this industry.

Our most recent podcast

If you haven’t listened to our podcasts, I en-

is the first time I’ve involved

courage you to do so. You can find them at com-

a panel of experts. The sub-

mercialconversation.com. I enjoy recording them

ject is lighting technology

and try to bring to you experts in a variety of ar-

and

eas. The podcasts are simple mp3 files that you

menOptix

download and store in your phone, tablet, laptop,

Ford,

or desktop. The podcasts have a run time of be-

and Tom Leonard, Leviton

tween 30 and 45 min. If, after listening, you want

Lighting and Energy Solu-

more information, you’ll find links to several re-

tions, do a fantastic job of

sources on the page for that podcast.

helping all of us better un-

David

Errigo, LLC;

OSRAM

Lu-

Cheryl Sylvania;

I’m particularly excited about our most-recent

derstand what’s happening

podcasts. In our Jan/Feb issue we introduced a

in the rapidly changing

podcast titled, “Controlling Hospital Sound,”

world of commercial light-

with acoustics expert Gary Madaras. It was great

ing. If you are looking for a

chatting with him and hearing about the sound

place to save money, these

issues that are encountered in hospitals. As I’ve

three experts will point you

thought about that podcast, it occurs to me that

in the right direction.

many of the issues dealt with in hospitals apply,

I hope you’ll take some

to one degree or another, in other facilities where

time to listen to our pod-

people need a quiet environment.

casts and will make them

For this issue we have two podcasts. The first

This new magazine design calls for me to provide a pretty picture for this page, related to the subject of my editorial. Already, in the second issue of the new design, I’m unable to deliver. The only thing I can offer related to podcasts is head shots of people and then I’d have to make a choice between a rogue’s gallery or, at the least, a single person. I’ll pass on both options. Instead, I’ll deliver a photo of my favorite Chicago building, the Tribune Tower, home of the Chicago Tribune. This old and striking piece of architecture never ceases to amaze me. If you’re ever strolling along Michigan Ave., listening to a Commercial Conversation podcast, be sure to stop and look up. You’ll enjoy the view.

part of your collection of

is a companion with our feature article on energy

information

efficiency in schools. A big part of any efficient

have several more planned

building is some means of monitoring and con-

in the coming months. CBP

sources.

We

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the green angle David Scelsi, Zurn Industries

Water Efficiency Begins With Smart Product Selection Architects, contractors, and building owners can achieve impressive results with stateof-the-art fixtures.

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ach year, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),

device is suited for double-check and reduced-pressure assemblies,

Washington, asks homeowners to check their plumbing

vacuum breakers, and bypass detector assemblies on large backflow

fixtures and irrigation systems for leaks, but a similar

products. It also can be used to protect other mechanical equipment,

call to action for those who own, manage, or design commercial

including any smaller diameter commercial or residential outdoor

buildings is in order, too.

In today’s world, where demand for water is outpacing supply,

plumbing system to prevent pipes, pressure-reducing valves, shutoff valves, or fixtures from freezing.

the definition of a water leak might include any fixture or system performing inefficiently, not just cases of damaged or defective

LONG-TERM STRATEGY

products. If something is using too much water, it is wasting it.

The impact architects, and other building-team members, can

The EPA estimates the commercial sector can easily reduce its

make by designing water efficiency and water sanitation into new

water usage by 30% or more.

construction and retrofit projects can be summarized by one sta-

To achieve that level of efficiency for new or retrofit projects,

tistic: As of 2010, U.S. commercial buildings comprised 75 billion

our company has found that the path of least resistance begins

sq. ft. of floor space. A holistic approach to designing water systems

with fixtures and systems engineered with water-saving features

is part of a series of new Washington-based American Institute of

and low maintenance costs.

Architects-approved CEU courses launched by Zurn Industries, Erie, PA: “Sustainable Restroom Design,” “Creating a Sanitary Wa-

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ter Environment,” and “Innovative Water Conservation Fixtures.”

Start with restrooms because that’s where most of the water consumption in the typical commercial building occurs (as much as

Visit zurn.com/Pages/CEUCourseswbg.aspx.

Part of the challenge to designing water efficiency/sanitation

40%). A high-efficiency toilet is any water closet system (flushom-

is the multitude of building types that fall under the commercial

eter or two-piece toilet) that uses 1.28 gal./flush (gpf ) or less (20%

umbrella: office, education, healthcare, hospitality, lodging, food

less than the EPA-established baseline).

As for urinals, standard units use 1.0 gpf. High-efficiency

service, and fitness centers, to name some. Each has its own functional

urinals (HEUs) use 0.5 gpf or less (50% less than the EPA baseline

compatibility, durability, and reliability are important considerations

calculation). Ultra-low-consumption (1/8 gpf or 1 pt./flush) water-

for each, and the right selection from the start can yield significant

saving urinal systems are now available and can include modern

lifecycle benefits, including reduced water consumption.

designs. These low-consumption, 1-pt. systems can reduce water

A water-usage calculator is a helpful tool for a design team

and sewer costs, providing an 88% water savings (compared with

to compare the efficiency of water-fixture systems and make the

the 1.0 gpf unit), and they conserve 30,000 gal./year/urinal.

appropriate specification. To see how one works, visit zurn.com/

Sensor faucets will continue to be a crucial component of

This backflow-prevention unit is equipped with a Zurn Wilkins ZWFR freeze-protection device. When the device detects that the water temperature in the valve is nearing 35 F, the valve opens, allowing cold water to exit and warmer water to replace it. When the temperature reaches 40 F, the valve closes. Photo courtesy Zurn Industries.

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and sanitation requirements, as well as volume of traffic. Product

Pages/WaterCalculator.aspx.

water-efficient systems. The sensor-faucet category is expected to

Retrofit opportunities shouldn’t be short-changed. It wasn’t

expand with enhanced features and with easier-to-maintain and

long ago that faucet sensors were specified only for new construction.

more cost-effective replacement/update capabilities.

Now, there are numerous types of infrared-sensor plumbing products,

Even the maintenance and repair operations (MRO) of

paired with battery-operated technology, that offer building owners

a building can provide water and cost savings through careful

sustainable, hygienic restroom solutions for existing facilities, not

product selection. For example, a flush-valve diaphragm kit,

just new ones.

designed to last 8 to 10 times longer than standard products, can

For many facility managers, the scheduling of regular inspections

reduce maintenance costs, prevent clogs and leaks, and provide

of plumbing fixtures, aerators, valves, batteries, piping, irrigation

consistent flush performance, resulting in lower water usage.

systems, and other plumbing-related components is still a necessary,

Backflow preventers should be equipped with leading-edge,

time-consuming evil. Fortunately, the latest innovations in engineered

freeze-prevention devices, especially in regions where occasional

water systems reduce not only water usage but time usage as well. CBP

freeze/thaw cycles occur, yet winterization is not common. The devices are compact and easy to install on new and existing installations without the need to shut down or drain the system.

David Scelsi is the director of product management and engineering for the

Requiring no periodic maintenance, the backflow freeze-prevention

commercial-brass division of Zurn Industries, Erie, PA.

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Will Your Next School Be Net Zero?

Energy efficiency, up to and including zero-energy status, is a major factor in educational design strategies today.

Kenneth W. Betz, Senior Editor

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et zero seems to be the buzz in K-12 school construc-

course of a year,” said Paul C. Hutton, AIA, LEED BD+C, prin-

tion these days, even though the number of such

cipal, Cuningham Group Architecture, Denver, and 2014 chair of

school buildings is relatively small. This buzz is en-

the AIA, Washington, Committee on Architecture for Education.

couraging considerable activity focused on various levels of en-

“What that means is that, as a practical matter, there may be

ergy efficiency that, while they may not reach net-zero levels, are

individual days, weeks, even months in which the building is not

significant nevertheless.

functioning at net zero, but over the course of the year it does

Zero-energy buildings (ZEBs), an alternate term for net zero,

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average out,” he continued.

aren’t the only game in town when it comes to efficient schools,

“You can easily be net zero one year and not the next; weather

but net zero is perhaps the most dramatic in terms of the technol-

patterns can change, operations can change, so it is certainly elu-

ogy and demands it makes of architects, building designers, and

sive,” Hutton added.

budgets. There’s still plenty of room for energy-efficient, green,

Net zero and LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmen-

LEED-certified, and sustainable education-purposed buildings—

tal Design) certification shouldn’t be confused. “It’s an im-

and an equal opportunity for misunderstanding competing termi-

portant distinction to make,” Hutton said. “LEED has four

nology and definitions.

different levels, and within each of those there can be a sub-

Although there are more complex definitions of net zero, or

stantial range of energy performance. If one has a not very

zero-energy buildings, “a practical definition of net zero is a

good level of energy performance, one can still get a lot of

building that produces as much energy as it consumes in the

points in other areas. LEED provides a great deal of f lexibility

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Left. Kinder Ranch Elementary School, located in the Comal School District of San Antonio, TX, installed high-performance integrated lighting and controls from Acuity Brands with the goal of achieving cost and maintenance benefits for an energy-efficient campus. The lighting solution achieved 46% utility savings and inspired high-performance energy initiatives in two other schools in the district. Photo: Acuity Brands

Top right. Hunter Douglas RB 500 roller shades minimize the need for artificial lighting and manage solar heat gain to reduce loads on the HVAC systems at Lady Bird Johnson Middle School. Sun-tracking capabilities extend the energy savings and can send status reports for optimal shade positioning.

Below right. Recent work at the Hmong College Prep Academy project in St. Paul, MN, included a three-story addition and renovation to the existing school. Energy-efficient lighting fixtures, water-reducing plumbing fixtures, and low-VOC materials were used throughout the entire building. Tubelite, Wausau, WI, provided storefront and curtainwall framing, as well as doors. Designed by the Kodet Architectural Group, the project is currently pursuing LEED certification.

Photo: Dana Wheelock/Kodet Architectural Group

to building designers and owners in terms of whether to emphasize energy performance or other areas of sustainability.

“Simply being LEED, even at the highest level, is not necessarily a guarantee or an indicator of the highest level of energy efficiency. Even at LEED Platinum there may be a significant gap from the energy performance between that building and a net-zero energy building. Net zero is a much tougher standard, but it’s only about energy, whereas LEED does many other things,” Hutton said.

Hutton, at one time, saw net zero as one of the fastest growing trends in school design. Asked if he still felt that to be true, he responded, “I think it’s still the case, but I probably have changed my attitude a little bit since I wrote that two years ago. What I’m experiencing across our practice is that, as the economy has rebounded, construction costs have increased—and that’s inevitable.

“That’s putting a different kind of pressure on budgets,” he continued. “In 2007 to 2010, and even 2011, when the economy, and construction in particular, was still depressed, we were able to get a lot done with our budgets. Now budgets are straining to meet all the objectives. I’m seeing, although there is the desire, budget pressures are making it at www.cbpmagazine.com

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Top. Opened in 2011, the $29-million, 150,000-sq.-ft. Lady Bird Johnson Middle School in Irving, TX, was the first net-zero public middle school in the state.

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Bottom left. Kinder Ranch Elementary School, in addition to highperformance lighting, installed nLight controls from Acuity Brands to provide customizable lighting for different room usages throughout the school. The control technology uses harvesting and occupancy sensors to achieve optimal lighting in each space based on the amount of natural light entering the building. Photo: Acuity Brands

Bottom right. Resembling a mini college campus on 23.4 acres, George V. LeyVa Middle School, San Jose, CA, has 12 separate classroom buildings, a baseball field, and track, tennis, and basketball courts. Mitsubishi Electric VRF zoning systems were selected because they operate efficiently at partial-load conditions, which occur frequently in California’s mild climate.

times harder to achieve high energy-efficiency goals.”

For many schools, alternate energy sources have become a learning resource, in addition to a practical energy supplement.

Students at Gloria Marshall Elementary School, Spring, TX, designed by the SHW Group, Plano, TX, check out a photovoltaic panel installed at the school. Photo: Luis Ayala, SHW Group

Another factor is that the production of natural gas has increased drastically in the United States, causing prices to stabilize and drop, Hutton noted. “While that is a good thing in many ways, as energy costs decline there is, frankly, less motivation to pursue more aggressive energy-conservation measures.”

Nevertheless, Hutton is still confident that the trend toward net-zero schools will continue. “I see an increase but maybe a slower increase than I had hoped for,” he said.

MANY PATHS

Others are not as enthusiastic about net zero, but net zero or not, energy efficiency is, without a doubt, a significant trend in school design. “As I work with school districts and school designers across the country, there is one common objective, with an infinite number of paths toward the goal,” said Tim Hogan, vice president, education market, Acuity Brands, Atlanta. “The common objective is to build school facilities that consume fewer resources while also improving the learning environment.

“Districts take a lot of different paths to reach that challenging goal. The baseline of energy improvement is being set and increased through more strict building codes, like the California Building Code Standards (Title 24), the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and the New York State Energy Code,” Hogan said.

At the same time, he continued, “It’s the voluntary standards like LEED and CHPS (Collaborative for High Performance Schools) that raise the bar to ensure the efficient building also is effective and healthful. Together, the codes and standards are a great way to establish comparable metrics and achievement levels.

The reality is that most districts and institutions establish their own best practices and strategic plans, which comply with the codes and set up standards that are aligned with the local com-

ica, Alpharetta, GA, “but what seems to vary is how one defines a

munity’s values.”

sustainable school. Whether trying to meet code or achieve LEED

“The major energy-saving measure employed by schools

certification, there seems to be agreement on the importance of

should be conservation,” said Rob Winstead, AIA, NCARB,

energy benchmarking. Essentially, this entails choosing specific

LEED AP BD+C, principal/director of sustainability, SHW

focus areas such as energy savings, water savings, daylighting, etc.,

Group, Charlottesville, VA. “It will always be cheaper to save en-

and then setting goals that are measurable through processes such

ergy than to generate energy. Some experts suggest that 10% to

as metering,” he said.

15% of energy use is waste. Schools should focus on conservation

Christopher Hagen, regional sales manager, Hunter Douglas

measures first, beginning with behavioral modification and de-

Contract Window Coverings, Poway, CA, noted that sustainable is

mand/load control, and then building-envelope improvements,

mentioned more frequently than net zero. “In the school construc-

high-efficiency lighting systems, and high-efficiency HVAC sys-

tion I am bidding on, net zero is the most rare, while sustainability

tems with advanced controls.”

and/or LEED certification is less rare, but not quite popular. The

“The trend,” as Steve Gille, education market manager, Wausau

term green is often abused in our industry because it is not easily

Window and Wall Systems, Wausau, WI, sees it, “is to start at a

definable. If you see a project that is net zero, they are typically

high level of expectation of net zero/LEED Gold or Platinum and

pursuing a LEED Gold or LEED Platinum certification. However,

then the project budget leads to sustainable goals. The terms

the reverse is not necessarily true; a LEED Gold or Platinum project

heard most are energy efficiency and sustainable.”

may not necessarily pursue net zero today,” he observed.

“Creating schools that are healthier, more energy and re-

OFTEN-REPEATED TERM

source efficient, and have decreased operating costs is a major

Sustainable is an often-heard term, agreed Wes Thorpe, Dallas

trend,” observed Edward Kodet, Jr., FAIA, CID, LED AP

architectural sales representative for AGC Glass Co. North Amer-

BD+C, Kodet Architectural Group Ltd, Minneapolis. “Only www.cbpmagazine.com

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Sarah E. Goode STEM Academy, Chicago, anticipates 1,200 students through phased enrollment and LEED Gold certification through the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Contributing to the school’s design, Wausau Window and Wall Systems, Wausau, WI, provided high-performance windows and curtainwall systems emphasizing daylighting, views, interior comfort, recycled-material content, condensation resistance, energy efficiency, and thermal performance requirements. Photo: Steve Hall, Hedrich Blessing Photographers

initial costs seem to restrain the amount of conservation that

DIFFERENT PRIORITIES, TERMS

can be incorporated.”

Coby Jones, of Peerless Products Inc., Fort Scott, KS, said, “We see

The terminology varies, Kodet said, but the goal of energy

different primary trends in educational facilities in different parts

conservation remains the critical outcome. “Green and sustain-

of the country. Trends also vary depending on the type of edu-

able are some of the most common terms, and LEED seems to be

cational facility—public, private, K-12, and higher education—and

the verification tool with which people are most familiar. At the

budget allotment. The terminology varies depending on the archi-

current time, there are a number of ways to address conserving

tect, contractor, facility manager, and their geographic location.

resources. No one right or dominant way exists. Each school dis-

“In general, educational facilities are striving to have facilities that

trict needs to research and talk to their architect about what re-

are more energy efficient and green enhanced, but that can also show

source to use,” he said.

a pay back for the investment. Some architects are more focused on

While LEED is a well-known verification tool, CHPS is an-

LEED, but there is still a perception that getting a building LEED

other third-party verification tool that is growing in popularity

certified is very expensive. You hear the term green used as kind of a

and creating standards for specific states, according to Kodet.

catch-all term for the terms—energy efficiency, net-zero energy, sus-

Some states, such as Minnesota, have created benchmark tools,

tainability, and even LEED in our industry,” Jones said.

and energy companies may have rebate programs that promote designs and technologies that are energy efficient.

In addition, each school district may have different sustain-

from broader sustainability measures, like LEED, to focus re-

ability goals, according to Dr. Brent Protzman, manager, energy

sources on efficiency,” commented the SHW Group’s Rob Win-

information and analytics, Lutron Electronics, Coopersburg, PA.

stead. “Sustainability is still a complex term that means different

“There is some consistency with K-12 schools on the West Coast

things to different people, but net-zero energy seems to be gaining

with CHPS. This organization is attempting to expand their pro-

traction. It’s an aspirational goal with measurable outcomes that’s

gram across the United States through design guidelines, but their

easier for people to understand and support.”

primary influence is still on the West Coast,” he said.

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Is Net Zero Feasible Today?

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any of those who responded to CBP’s query feel

the school district must construct a very efficient shell.

“”

that net zero is achievable, although with chal-

The roof insulation, for example, might cost $ 0.20 /sq. ft.

My personal opinion is that net zero is kind of an arbitrary

lenges, and if not now, in the future. Because there

more than standard design practices. Good wall insula-

benchmark. It may or may not be the most energy optimal

are two components to net-zero buildings–an energy-

tion and windows add to the cost. The goal is to create

place to be if it takes you an incremental 20% of upfront

efficient envelope and a renewable energy-generation

a building design that achieves a building-energy-use

cost to get that last 2% to get you down to net zero. That’s

means–the net-zero goal can be approached in stages:

intensity of 20 kBtu /sq. ft. /yr. or better, roughly a fourth

probably not a good investment. On the flip side, squeez-

Constructing a low-energy-intensity building that will

of the energy use of the average K-12 building. That’s the

ing as much energy out of the building as your first step

save money for its entire life and adding the genera-

threshold where the first cost for renewable systems is

toward net zero is almost always a good and economic

tion capacity at a later date. Here are some of their re-

within reach for some school clients. But, after paying

first step. Evaluating whether the addition of alternative

sponses:

for the better building, many budgets are over stretched

energy or really extreme energy-conservation measures

and the renewable generator is sometimes unafford-

to get you to that final step is practical needs to be looked

We have worked on a number of net-zero school proj-

able. That’s the bad news. The good news is that they

at with a bit of skepticism to ensure you are doing some-

ects. While it is a challenge for all of the project par-

have a low-energy-intensity building that will save mon-

thing that is truly going to add life-cycle cost value in-

ticipants and building systems, it is achievable–and is

ey for its entire life. The renewable generation can be

stead of just hitting an arbitrary standard

a great learning experience for all involved. Many of us

added later.

— Mark T. Kuntz, P.E., LEED AP, vice president, market-

“”

believe net-zero buildings will be practical and com-

Fossil Ridge High School in the Poudre School dis-

monplace in the future. When the building is completed,

trict in Fort Collins, CO, is not net zero, but the school’s

the ongoing operations come with their own challenges.

design has a very low energy intensity of less than 2 W/

— Tim Hogan, vice president, education market, Acuity

sq. ft. Back in the 1980s, that design would have required

To achieve net zero, you need the right client, the right

Brands, Atlanta.

about 400 sq. ft. /ton or about 650 tons of cooling. The

project team /partners, and some good incentive or re-

well-designed building for Fossil Ridge high school only

bate programs, but it is achievable and there are a sig-

I am aware of net zero being achieved in small, single-

has a cooling load of 250 tons. Partial thermal-energy

nificant number of net-zero schools in operation and un-

room buildings such as Project Frog in California. How-

storage, using ice, was included in the design, so the in-

der construction. SHW Group has two net-zero energy

ever, today school districts appear more focused on

stalled chiller is only 140 tons. This kind of strategy will

or net-zero-energy ready projects under construction

low-cost solutions that offer maximum long-term value,

make NZE schools more feasible in the future.

and is discussing the goal of net-zero energy with sev-

such as adding a low-e or reflective coating to tinted

— Paul Valenta, vice president of sales and marketing,

eral clients. What exists is possible.

glass on the exterior of a school to improve solar control

CALMAC, Fairlawn, NJ.

— Rob Winstead, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, principal/

“”

and reduce HVAC costs.

“”

ing and engineered solutions, Mitsubishi Electric U.S., Cooling & Heating, Suwanee, GA.

“”

director of sustainability, SHW Group, Charlottesville, VA.

“”

— Wes Thorpe, Dallas architectural sales representative,

Net zero is definitely achievable, but questions of prac-

AGC Glass Co. North America, Alpharetta, GA.

ticality and economic feasibility would have to be an-

It is achievable, and is becoming more practical as ad-

swered by the offset. For example, Lady Bird Johnson

vancements in materials and technologies are becoming

It is supposedly achievable but not very practical or eco-

Middle School, Irving, T X, spent an extra $ 4 million to

more commonplace. Forward thinking school districts

nomical. Many schools want net zero, and some build

achieve net zero and LEED Gold status. If this school

are realizing the advantages of net-zero schools, not

new schools “net-zero ready” with the ability to add

is expected to operate for the next 40 years, but it only

just in terms of energy savings, but in terms of using the

solar and or wind generation in the future. Community

takes five years for the school to earn back that $ 4 mil-

school as a learning lab, educating the students who will

desire for net zero is often overridden by limited funding.

lion by not having to pay monthly energy costs, then net

inherit the planet. Teaching sometimes begins with the

— Rob Rosenberg, general manager of energy, Cli-

zero is exceptionally practical and feasible. Today, not

classroom, not just in the classroom.

matec-Texas, Dallas.

many schools are pursuing it, but the trend is chang-

— Michael Sather, commercial marketing manager,

ing and the popularity and awareness is on the rise.

Solatube International, Vista, CA.

“” “”

Net zero is achievable, most simply in new-construction

— Christopher Hagen, regional sales manager, Hunter

projects. Although of ten requiring more funds to initiate

Douglas Contract Window Coverings, Poway, CA.

“”

due to the cost of technologies needed for solar panels,

“”

Net zero is proving to be practical and economically feasible especially with new construction and major reno-

alternative-fuel implementation, and HVAC alterna-

Net zero is definitely achievable, but at this point it is

vations where this can be designed in to the project at

tives, payback can be achieved. Schools tend to have

not economically feasible. Even schools, which have

the beginning. Also, with improvements in technology

more flexibility in the payback cycle as their loans have

higher acceptable payback requirements than most

and products, the cost differential between more effi-

extended terms.

commercial buildings, cannot afford the costs related to

cient products and standard building materials is small-

— John Casadonte, product marketing manager, lighting,

complete onsite generation, full storage capacity, and

er or may even result in a savings. For example, better

Cree Inc., Durham, NC.

advanced demand-reduction technologies. I do not see

windows or insulation result in being able to use less

many schools pursuing it, nor do I hear it even a consid-

HVAC and therefore the new HVAC systems can be sized

Right now there are not more than a handful NZE (net-

eration very often.

smaller and cost less initially.

zero-energy) schools because of the sticker shock.

— Dr. Brent Protzman, manager, Energy Information and

— Bruce Ryman, LC, ESCO/education market segment

More than 30 are NZE-ready. First, for a NZE-design,

Analytics, Lutron Electronics, Coopersburg, PA.

manager, Osram Sylvania, Danvers, MA.

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Ken’s View N

et zero, green, energy efficient, sustainable are all commonplace terms these days, embraced by some, looked upon with skepticism and even

hostility by others.

Sometimes it’s hard to believe we’ve made any progress since that longago energy crisis, marked roughly by the Arab oil embargo of 1973. After all this time, it seems we still can’t quite agree what to call energy-saving measures, much less what those measures should be or whether they promise sufficient return on investment to be worthy of our consideration.

Truth be told, some folks were looking for alternate or more efficient energy even before 1973, along with ways to reduce the environmental impact of that energy use. There were demonstration plants for something called flu-

Lenawee Intermediate School in Adrian Township, MI, incorporated Solatube daylighting systems into its Center for a Sustainable Future to help the facility achieve LEED Platinum status and net-zero goals.

idized-bed combustion, which promised to burn coal more cleanly; hydrogen fuel cells; as well as plans to harness the wave motion of the ocean to produce electricity.

Obviously, not every energy-saving scheme became a reality, especially as

servation efforts is less important than the final goal, Michael Sather, commercial

energy economics and supply for a time became less worrisome. But some of

marketing manager for Solatube International, Vista, CA, suggested, “LEED still

those schemes didn’t die. Photovoltaics in the 1970s was an emerging technol-

seems to be setting the standard in sustainable school design. However, many schools

ogy, but most folks back then used solar collectors to heat water for domestic

are designed to LEED standards, but may not necessarily go through the formal

use, not to generate electrical power. Now, photovoltaic prices are dropping

LEED certification process. The LEED movement has definitely been the dominant

and electrical efficiencies are increasing.

factor in pushing schools to incorporate green and sustainable features into their buildings, whether they go through formal certification or not.”

Net-zero buildings have two basic components—an energy-efficient envelope and

LEDs? They were once a novelty used for indicator lights on control panels and Christmas tree decorations. Now they are being implemented everywhere, from hospitals to warehouses.

some form of renewable generation. The good news is that focusing first on maximum

Controls? BacNet and LonWorks still have to be tricked into working to-

energy efficiency keeps the door open for adding renewable energy and achieving net

gether–like PCs and Macs–but for the most part some arrangement is usually

zero at a later date, noted Paul Valenta, vice president of sales and marketing for CAL-

worked out to make it happen.

MAC, Fairlawn, NJ. “Even if net zero is postponed or never attained, the school district

Hydrogen power? Let me get back to you on that.

still has a low-energy-intensity building that will save money for its entire life,” he said.

According to the recent Washington-based U.S. Energy Information Ad-

In other words, net zero isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition. At the very least, it’s a

ministration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook 2014 the reference case (business-

goal worth striving for and one that can pay dividends. CBP

as-usual) energy consumption projections to the year 2030 have declined each year since 2005, even taking into consideration the fact that we will add about 60 billion sq. ft. to our building stock from 2005 to 2030. When you think about it, that’s kind of remarkable and challenges the notion that progress is not be-

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Listen to Kevin Callahan, Alerton Inc., Redmond, WA, discuss the role of building-automation systems in schools and other facilities at commercialconversation.com Download the following documents to learn more about zero-energy buildings: • Zero Energy Buildings: A Critical Look at the Definition, NREL, 2006 http://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy06osti/39833.pdf • Net-Zero Energy Buildings: A Classification System Based on Renewable Energy Supply Options, NREL, 2010 http://www.nrel.gov/sustainable_nrel/pdfs/44586.pdf • 2014: Getting to Zero Status Update, New Buildings Institute http://newbuildings.org/sites/default/files/2014_Getting_to_Zero_Update.pdf

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Of course, more progress could be made, one could argue. Europe is generally ahead of the U.S. in terms of mandatory energy standards–because they have to be, as Chris Hagen, Hunter Douglas Contract, Poway, CA, points out.

Energy simply has been more expensive in Europe than in the U.S. However, the level of regulation common in Europe would not sit well in most of the U.S. Voluntary standards, LEED being just one of the more well known, unlike the earlier open-ended and fuzzy designations of “green,” quantify and verify just what it is they are certifying. They’re still controversial, but progress has been made.

The ongoing controversy is healthy and not a reason for pessimism. Technology has achieved levels of efficiency only dreamed about back when we

• Zero Energy Schools – Beyond Platinum, Paul Hutton, Council of Educational Facility Planners International http://media.cefpi.org/efp/EFP45-3Hutton.pdf

first realized energy use was a matter of some concern. In fact, advances in

Visit the Collaborative for High Performance Schools website at http://www.chps.net/

make net-zero buildings more than just an idle fantasy.

Learn more about the Energy Services Coalition at their website: http://www.energyservicescoalition.org

— Kenneth W. Betz, Senior Editor, CBP

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security

Cameras Connect School, Police A video-surveillance system at a Michigan school allows the local police department to remotely monitor activity and be better prepared to respond to emergencies.

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hen All Saints Catholic School in

police to remotely unlock/lock school doors, further

Canton, MI, fi rst opened its doors in

aiding school staff and the first responders in the event

1997, it was a model of then-current

of a lockdown situation. Regardless of the type of inci-

practices regarding school design and teaching. The

dent, the immediate visual information provided by the

administrative office was located in the center of the

cameras is critical in determining a course of action and

school and teaching followed the “cells and bells”

providing a more immediate response.

format. Fire drills and supervised playgrounds and hallways were standard school-safety measures.

department was on board with the plan from the be-

Over the years, as school-safety designs and practic-

ginning. “We absolutely said we’d be willing. Any-

es have evolved, so too has the environment at All

thing that will increase the safety of a school or chil-

Saints, a pre-kindergarten through 8th grade elementa-

dren we are willing to participate in.”

ry school. Exterior entrance/exit doors are locked

The Samsung IP video-surveillance cameras de-

during and after school hours; access-control systems

ployed at the school include a mix of pan/tilt/zoom

have been installed to help manage school security; and

(PTZ) dome cameras, standard PTZ cameras, and out-

badging systems identify school visitors. The central lo-

door fixed cameras. Video from the cameras is record-

cation of the administrative office, however, was not

ed on site with a 16-channel Samsung NVR and is

something that could be changed, making it difficult to

transmitted through a dedicated Verizon 4G connec-

keep the school’s safety and security measures updated.

tion to the police station. Having as much informa-

Visitors had to be physically granted access and escorted

tion as possible ahead of time makes law enforcement

through the halls to their destination. In the event of an

and first responders better prepared when they arrive

incident or emergency situation, it took long minutes to

on site. The capability for on-site monitoring by school

alert the office and additional time to notify staff

administrators also helps prevent vandalism and theft.

through the PA system.

All Saints Catholic School visitors are monitored by this camera, located just inside the entrance.

According to deputy chief Scott Hilden, the police

Based on the success of the system at All Saints Cath-

To remedy the situation, school administrators met

olic School, Camtronics president Mark Wellman has

with representatives from the local community, service

received several inquiries from other schools looking to

providers, and law enforcement. The outcome was a plan

improve the security of their facilities. “Schools always

that involved all parties and applied security technology

have to keep reviewing. There’s no finish line when it

in an innovative way to make the school safer and more

comes to keeping schools safe,” said Wellman. CBP

secure while maintaining a welcoming environment.

Any activity outside of the building is monitored by this camera and the signal fed to the Canton police department.

QUICK RESPONSE

The system, installed by local integrator Camtronics Communication Co., Detroit, features 16 Samsung (Samsung Techwin America, Ridgefield Park, NJ) video-surveillance cameras and a number of emergency pull stations and duress buttons, all of which are directly connected to the Canton police station. If an alarm is activated at the school, police can immediately view the scene from the Samsung video-surveillance cameras.

Based on the visual information, authorities can quickly determine a course of action, including sounding audible alerts with different tones and patterns to indicate specific circumstances and associated responses. For example, a certain tone will indicate that police are on site while another tone may be the signal for occupants to go to a pre-arranged safe spot. The system also enables

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building technology

• Provides control and monitoring

RMC3 ultra-compact 3-Series control system provides control and monitoring for a single-display device, AV system, lighting and shading, climate control, security, energy management, and other specialized applications. The IP-based platform provides a network-grade appliance reportedly capable of managing all systems in a building. Built-in Cresnet and Ethernet connectivity provides support for Crestron touch screens, keypads, dimmers, shades, thermostats, and other peripherals. Approximately the size of a deck of playing cards, the RMC3 fits just about anywhere with the option to attach it to a flat surface or DIN rail using the mounting bracket. The device includes a variety of control ports for connecting third-party equipment.

• IP-based platform

Crestron Electronics Inc., Rockleigh, NJ

• Built-in connectivity

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Control system RMC3 system:

Healthcare power monitoring

StruxureWare power monitoring expert healthcare edition software is said to decrease the number of unplanned power outages, reduce the duration of those that do occur, improve the effectiveness of maintenance activities, optimize power loading of key equipment, improve energy efficiency, and reinforce patient safety through a centralized operating ward alarm system. The software provides dashboards and reports to identify energy-savings opportunities.

Schneider Electric, Des Plaines, IL Circle 93

Thermal imaging

FLIR One personal thermal-imaging device is compatible with the iPhone 5 and 5s and fits on the phone like a protective case.

Once mounted, the device displays a live thermal image on the screen, including in complete darkness.

FLIR Systems Inc., Wilsonville, OR Circle 96

Corner camera

Flexidome IP corner 9000 MP camera provides clear images in completely dark surroundings. The camera’s rugged, non-grip design is said to make it extremely resistant to tampering. It uses content-based imaging technology that lowers bandwidth consumption and thus storage costs by as much as 50%.

Bosch Security Systems Inc., Fairport, NY Circle 90

Portable generators

A line of portable generators includes nine models, ranging from a 2.0 kW inverter to a 12.3 kW gasoline generator. PRO5.4DES uses the company’s Command Pro diesel engine to provide professional-grade performance within a sound-dampening enclosure for quiet operation. The 5.2-kW and larger models have Accu-Fill to make filling the fuel tank easy and minimize spillage and to indicate when filters need to be changed.

Kohler Co., Kohler, WI Circle 91

Mass-notification solutions

Alerity line of integrated, IP network-based mass-notification solutions uses Waves over IP for emergency communications. The products provide full-featured, bi-directional interoperability, integrating with other systems, software, and devices for enhanced situational awareness.

Examples include fire-alarm control panels, chemical sensors, detection systems, and paging systems.

Eaton’s Cooper Notification, Long Branch, NJ Circle 94

Microprocessor controller Uninterruptible power

The 9PX SP uninterruptible power system is a split-phase system for 120- and 208-V outputs. The system allows users to connect to more devices by providing approximately 28% more power than traditional UPS units and is said to be particularly suitable for the protection of medium-to-high-density IT equipment in computer rooms and small data centers. The system provides extended battery runtime options, hot-swappable batteries, internal bypass, and optional maintenance bypass, and integrates with the company’s Intelligent Power Software Suite.

Eaton, Raleigh, NC Circle 92

ASCO Group G microprocessor controller is standard in the series 300 automatic transfer switches.

The self-contained unit accommodates open or delayed transition transfer operation in automatic and non-automatic configurations. Multiple-Source sensing capabilities include voltage; frequency, including under-frequency sensing on normal and emergency sources; optional current card; and single and three-phase sending, which does not require an external metering device.

Emerson Network Power, Florham Park, NJ Circle 95

Access-control package

BioGard Pro combines LA Gard ComboGard Pro safe lock with the AX.S embedded access-control system and I.AM biometric fingerprint key to create a system that protects while tracking and capturing data. The solution can be stand alone or part of a single- or multi-branch AX.S system. The system provides a way to ensure that only authorized users have access to a safe or cash recycler, while recording every event.

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building technology Fire-sprinkler fittings

ProPex engineered polymer fittings, lead-free brass sweat and threaded adapters, and larger-diameter AquaPex tubing to 2 in. is listed to UL 1821 and ULC/ORD-C199P for use in AquaSafe multipurpose fire-sprinkler systems.

Wireless access control

Uponor Inc., Apple Valley, MN Circle 100

M100 Aperio eCylinder is a wireless, retrofit mortise access-control solution that uses Aperio technology to communicate directly to a new or existing EAC electronic access-control system. The hub is a compact antenna that receives communication data, including iClass card serial number, tamper notifications, lock jam, and low battery signals, from the Aperio cylinder and relays it to the EAC system. The hub can be mounted within 50 ft. of the cylinder and paired with as many as eight M100 cylinders.

Locking enclosures

HWSSHK 304 and 316L stainless-steel wallmount enclosures are available in 30 sizes ranging from 24 x 20 x 6 in. to 60 x 36 x 16 in.

They provide corrosion resistance that is said not to degrade after scratching or other surface damage. Sealed to NEMA 4X, the units are UV and vandal resistant and can be installed in harsh environments.

Medeco, Salem, VA Circle 98

Hammond Mfg Co., Cheektowaga, NY Circle 99

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For the Fine Arts Center, Wheaton Academy selected World Dryer’s SMARTdri Plus because maintenance personnel could adjust the dryers with sound at a minimum level so as not to disturb performances.

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hvac & plumbing

In the Field House, ADA concerns led to the selection of the rapid-dry SLIMdri hand dryers, which are said to be 40% faster and 70% more energy efficient than other surface-mounted, ADA-compliant hand dryers.

A Hand Dryer For Every Reason College-prep facility finds one size needn’t satisfy all of the school’s hand-dryer requirements.

W

heaton Academy, West Chicago, IL,

manufacturers, even visiting different public loca-

traditional dryers—was also important as it helped re-

is a college preparatory, inter-de-

tions in the community to test different models. It

duce the electrical load on the Academy’s branch cir-

nominational Christian high school

didn’t take long to settle on World Dryer, Berkeley,

cuit. That was an important consideration given how

founded in 1853. The Academy enrolls approximately

IL. The Academy at that time had hand dryers from

many devices students and teachers plug into class-

650 students in grades 9 to12. Characterized by high

various manufacturers, including several 30-year-

room outlets these days, Mills noted.

academic standards and a mature student culture, the

old World Dryer workhorses. He also noted that the

school sits on a beautiful 50-acre, college-style cam-

manufacturer had a portfolio of choices that fit the

THE RESULT

pus with five facilities, including the Fine Arts Center

school’s needs.

Mills reports the Academy is pleased with the new hand

and Heritage Field House.

For the Fine Arts Center, the Academy selected the

dryers and particularly how each model has served a dif-

Recently, during show intermissions at the Fine Arts

SMARTdri Plus model because it is an energy-efficient

ferent purpose. “World Dryer understood that we had

Center, the head of the school saw students and parents

and hygienic high-speed hand dryer. SMARTdri Plus

different needs for hand drying in each of our build-

waiting in line in a restroom to use old, slow hand dry-

offers controls that make it possible to adjust air flow,

ings, such as speed, sound, and being ADA compliant,”

ers. Some frustrated restroom users would give up and

sound level, and heat temperature.

Mills said. “All the hand dryers are high quality and

leave with dripping, wet hands. The Academy decided it

In the Field House, ADA concerns led to the selec-

was time to upgrade the restroom hand dryers in three

tion of the rapid-dry SLIMdri hand dryers, which are

of its five facilities. One of the challenges in upgrading

40% faster and 70% more energy efficient than other

the hand dryers in the Fine Arts Center was to balance

surface-mounted ADA-compliant hand dryers, accord-

the need for faster, more powerful hand dryers with the

ing to the manufacturer. For the Academic Building,

necessity to keep noise to a minimum so as not to dis-

AirMax hand dryers were chosen because they offer

turb the Center’s events in the nearby auditorium. An-

high-speed dry times of less than 15 sec. and are said

other challenge was that the hand dryers in the Field

to use only 50% of the energy traditional hand dryers

House had to be ADA compliant.

require.

The school specified that all dryers be automatic,

THE SOLUTION

hands-free, and stainless steel to improve sanitation.

Richard Mills, of Wheaton Academy’s maintenance

Mills said the energy efficiency of the dryers—SMART-

department, began to research various hand-dryer

dri Plus hand dryers use only 12% of the energy of

have their purpose. They took the time to understand our concerns and offer us the right solutions.” CBP

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A makeover to Twin Maples, a 6,500-sq.-ft. mansion and headquarters of The Fortnightly Club in Summit, NJ, coincided with the home’s 100th anniversary and included the installation of a geothermal system to supply heating and cooling.

Photos: Marisa Pellegrini

Historical Past Meets Sustainable Future Geothermal system is one of several green technologies that support 1908 structure.

S

ince its construction in 1908, Twin Maples has

organization. “We either needed to sell the building,

treasure like Twin Maples, which is listed on both the

been a silent witness to history, some of it up

because it really hadn’t been properly maintained, or

National and New Jersey Registries of Historic Places.”

close and very personal, including a top-to-bot-

we needed to renovate it to a certain level and then al-

tom makeover that coincided with the home’s 100th an-

low the mansion to become a show house.”

niversary and included the installation of a geothermal system to supply heating and cooling to the house.

With the help of “Green Talk” blogger Anna Hackman, club members considered the energy-efficient options that were available to them to replace the

AFFORDABLE UTILITIES

home’s inefficient steam-heat system. They narrowed

Twin Maples, in Summit, NJ, includes a 6,500-sq.-

“Our goal was to renovate the house so that other char-

their choices to a gas forced-air system or a more sus-

ft. mansion and a carriage house that originally shel-

itable organizations could use it at an affordable rate,

tainable, and also more expensive, geothermal system

tered carriages and horses in two large bays for the

a rate which basically covered the cost of utilities,” re-

to supply heating and cooling to the house.

home’s owner. Today, the neoclassic structure, de-

called Evenson. “And, as we thought about our extraor-

A geothermal system takes advantage of free solar

signed by architect Alfred F. Norris, is home to The

dinary heating bills, which were far too high to ask oth-

energy stored just below the surface of the earth. Using

Fortnightly Club of Summit, as well as a number of

er organizations to cover, we began to think it would be

a series of pipes (an earth loop) buried in the ground

other organizations in the area.

great if we could use this show house to demonstrate to

and a geothermal or ground-source heat pump, the

As Twin Maples approached its 100th birthday, club

the community how to be green, and better yet, how

geothermal heating and cooling system extracts heat

member Heidi Evenson recalls the decision facing the

to be green and at the same time, preserve an historic

from the earth and carries it to a home in the winter. In

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the summer, the process reverses and the system extracts heat from the home and rejects it to the earth. In either case, the geothermal system delivers consistent temperatures and efficiencies that exceed those of conventional systems, offering savings as high as 70% for heating, cooling, and hot water.

In addition to consistent temperatures, a geothermal system ensures good indoor air quality (IAQ ) because the system does not require combustion and therefore produces none of the products associated with combustion, including carbon monoxide. Nor does it require a system to vent carbon monoxide and other dangerous exhaust gases. The average system lifespan exceeds 24 yr.—compared with 15 yr. for a more traditional heating and cooling system—contributing to the sustainability goals of The Fortnightly Club.

The group did their homework and eventually decided to raise the additional funds to install a geothermal heating and cooling system. They then turned to Antonio Poccia, operations manager and owner of Perfection Contracting Inc., Newton, NJ, to perform the work. Not only did Poccia select the equipment and install the system, he did so at a considerable discount, much to the delight and appreciation of The Fortnightly Club.

GEOTHERMAL EQUIPMENT EVOLVES

In 2004, Poccia purchased the heating and contracting business that his father started years earlier, so he was well-acquainted with geothermal technology from an early age. “The principles of geothermal technology have remained constant,” he said. “But the equipment continues to evolve and get better, most recently with the addition of multi-stage equipment.”

Installing a geothermal system at Twin Maples presented challenges unique to the age of the property.

“We wanted the system to be invisible, both inside and outside, so it wouldn’t impact the aesthetics of the historic home,” Poccia explains.

Outside, the company installed a vertical earth loop, drilling four bores at the corners of a 20 x 20-ft. square.

Above. Twin Maples project demonstrates that geothermal is an effective replacement system for an existing heating and cooling system in retrofit applications, no matter the age of the structure.

Shown here is the home’s study.

“We chose a vertical rather than a horizontal loop to limit the impact on the yard. And because a geothermal system does not use any outside equipment, there is no visible sign of the system on the exterior of the mansion.”

Inside, Poccia discovered the original owners had installed a steam-heat system that included radiators suspended below the floor and a series of iron grates in the

Left. Twin Maples was renovated as a show house and then made available to other charitable organizations for a fee that basically covered the cost of utilities. The home’s geothermal heating and cooling made that cost affordable to those organizations. One of new features is a screening room.

floors that distributed heated air throughout the house.

With an eye to preserving the historical integrity of the home’s interior, Poccia designed an unusual duct system that uses the existing grates to heat and cool the structure. He then created a return-duct system using additional grates he found in the basement of the mansion.

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hvac units—one 3-ton and one 4-ton—feature multi-stage opera-

are especially pleased with the air conditioning. Prior

tion for improved comfort and energy savings. All Envi-

to the renovation, the home was not air conditioned.

sion units use ozone-safe R-410A refrigerant to meet the

“For all practical purposes, this meant we could not use

Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA), Washington,

the building during the hot summer months, which is

requirements. Coated air coils add durability and long

prime wedding time,” said Evenson. “Now, the house

life. A sophisticated microprocessor control sequences all

is available, affordable, and comfortable year ‘round.’”

components during operation for optimum performance

“When all was said and done, the Twin Maples proj-

and provides easy-to-use troubleshooting features with

ect demonstrated, and continues to demonstrate, that

fault lights and on-board diagnostics. In addition, heavy-

geothermal is a viable replacement system for an exist-

gauge metal cabinets are coated with durable poly paint

ing heating and cooling system in retrofit applications,

for long-lasting protection.

no matter the age of the house,” Poccia said.

Poccia removed a 6-ton Premier II unit from anoth-

But the renovation did not end with the installation

er house, cleaned and serviced it, and installed the unit

of the geothermal system. In fact, after The Fortnightly

in the basement of Twin Maples, confident it would

Club had completed most of the major structural repairs

provide years of service to the club. Together, the three

and replacements, they raised $1.4 million in donations

units deliver 13 tons of conditioned air to the building

of goods and services to complete work in and around

and are tied to one flow center and a common earth

the house. Forty-five designers volunteered to decorate

loop, requiring the fewest watts of pumping power/ton

the home’s rooms, hallways, and closets. In most cases

of geothermal equipment.

they honored the club’s desire to “go green,” incorporating environmentally responsible fabrics, wall coverings,

Three WaterFurnace geothermal heat pumps–two new Envision units and a Premier II unit–were installed in the home’s basement. The Envision units–one 3-ton and one 4-ton–feature multi-stage operation for improved comfort and energy savings.

YEAR-ROUND COMFORT

flooring, carpets, furniture, and accessories, along with

Although members of The Fortnightly Club appreciate

Energy Star appliances in their designs. Those who dec-

consistent temperatures in Twin Maples throughout

orated the exclusively green carriage house were required

the winter and far more manageable utility bills, they

to use materials that were re-used, recycled, or renewable in every facet of their designs.

Today, Twin Maples regularly welcomes a variety of community organizations and provides a setting for fundraisers, meetings, and celebratory events.

Some of the home’s new features include a new kitchen and pantry, barrier-free bathroom, screening room, wine cellar, and a geothermal display in the basement that helps interested parties understand how the system works.

“The Fortnightly Club definitely made the difficult, but right, decision to tackle the renovation,” said Evenson. “But the real success of the project rests with the architects, designers, builders, contractors, and manufacturers who volunteered their expertise, their time, their services, and their products to the project—people such as Antonio Poccia and companies such as WaterFurnace. Their efforts will help ensure a second century of service at Twin Maples.” CBP

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EDITORS’ CHOICE

Remote pump/system monitoring iWorX SelfSensing ProView:

VariCool EZ-Fit self-contained, modular air-conditioning system for use with floor-by-floor variable-air-volume applications is designed and manufactured specifically for installation in renovation and retrofit projects. The system consists of three sections that mate to form a system module: a fan section, evaporator-coil section, and condensing section. Modules can be ganged together to form systems as large as 70 tons. Sections are assembled during manufacturing and evacuated, charged, tested, and then separated for shipment of individual sections.

Resealable refrigerant fittings allow the units to be shipped split without losing the refrigerant charge. Standard features include a double-sloped, stainless-steel drain pan; hot gas bypass (each circuit); lift-off hinged panels; and Marvel Plus microprocessor control.

United CoolAir Corp., York, PA Circle 102

• Control platform • Remote pump and system monitoring • Full BAS integration

iWorX SelfSensing ProView control platform provides a graphic interface for remote monitoring of pump and system performance in real time, with fully automated BAS integration. The control works with SelfSensing ProBalance pumps and includes the OneTouch ProBalance feature that permits automatic balancing of a pump, and by extension, the entire hydronic system, with one click of a mouse. Automatically rendered graphics show pump performance, all system influences, energy consumption, and energy saved in real time. The system also provides automatic alarming, trending capability, and predictive maintenance scheduling.

Adjustable-speed hand dryers

HVAC diagnostics

Aerix adjustable-speed hand dryers include the Aerix+ 2921 and 2922 series that provide 10- to 12-sec. dry times at low noise levels.

CM78 is a 1,000-A digital clamp meter that uses a spot IR thermometer and Type K thermocouple. The meter takes AC/DC measurements to 1,000 A or 1,000 V. The built-in thermometer allows quick hot-spot scans while the thermocouple provides location-specific temperature readings. The unit has Bluetooth connectivity to Android devices running the company’s Tools Mobile app.

Taco Inc., Cranston, RI Circle 101

Bradley Corp., Menomonee Falls, WI Circle 104

FLIR Systems, Wilsonville, OR Circle 103

Radiant heating, cooling

SmartTrac is a non-structural, modular panel system for radiant heating and cooling installations in subfloor, wall, and ceiling applications. Reportedly easy to configure and quick to install, the product is lightweight, low profile, and contains a minimum 92% recycled content.

Watts Radiant, Springfi eld, MO Circle 106

Outdoor air system

A dedicated outdoor air system provides dehumidification of outdoor air using the company’s inverter compressor outdoor units.

Seismically certified, the system has airflow rates of 2,000, 1,600, and 1,200 cfm. The system retains external static pressure as high as 1.65 in. and includes a fan that stays on during the defrost cycle. MERV 8 filters are included, but the filter rack can also accommodate filters to MERV 1. The low-profile design allows installation above ceilings.

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AK-SM 800 Adap-Kool refrigeration system manager provides adaptive suction pressure optimization to ensure maximum operating efficiencies in display cases and is said to reduce energy consumption by 10% to 15% without compromising food safety.

The system has a full web interface for remote monitoring, data management, and alarm notification. The unit integrates with systems that operate a variety of refrigerants.

Danfoss, Baltimore Circle 107

Mounting supports

Equipment mounting supports use a system of internal bulkheads welded into position at specific intervals along the lengths of the rails. Three styles are available. Standard construction includes a welded steel shell, base plate and counter flashing, factory-installed wood nailer, and mitered end sections.

Hybrid piping

ServiceGuard composite pipe uses FlowGuard bendable multilayer technology to form a hybrid piping solution that combines the performance of CPVC with the strength and durability of aluminum. The hybrid is said to provide superior corrosion and oxidative degradation resistance, long-term UV resistance, and resistance to kinking and flattening to comparable copper tube. It is approved for use with AWWA C800 compression fittings.

Thybar Corp., Addison, IL Circle 109

Large-capacity chiller

CLW large-capacity chiller continuously monitors and optimizes system performance using a combination of hardware and software options. Available in 60- to 140-ton capacities, the unit uses digital controls that modulate equipment based on changing conditions. Remote monitoring relays information. The unit is available as either a water-cooled chiller or as a reversible option and can be combined to create larger central chiller plants.

WaterFurnace International Inc., Fort Wayne, IN Circle 110

The Lubrizol Corp., Cleveland Circle 108

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MagnaTherm with Vari-Prime controls is a 95% thermalefficiency modulating condensing boiler or volume water heater available in 2-, 3-, and 4-million Btu/hr. sizes. The unit provides a 5:1 turndown, small footprint, slim vertical design with removable top section, a stainless-steel heat exchanger, and multiple voltage options. A Vari-Prime pump control matches the firing rate to pump flow. As many as eight units can be controlled in a cascading boiler bank. The system has a sealed condensate trap that does not need to be primed at startup, can accommodate 100 ft. of vent, and meets most NOx emission requirements.

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Water-cooled chiller

AquaEdge 19XR/XRV chiller has a two-stage centrifugal chiller with heat pump capability and an initial capacity from 800 to 2,250 tons. Applications include data centers, large commercial buildings, and infrastructure projects. Other models include the smaller-capacity AquaSnap and the AquaForce, a medium-capacity unit.

Carrier Commercial, Charlotte, NC Circle 114

Cost & Energy Efficient Solutions by Bosch “We always specify Bosch FHP heat pumps on our geothermal jobs. They’re the most cost effective heat pumps out there and always provide the best results.”

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HVAC drive

Fren-Hvac is a low-voltage drive with a slim, space-saving design, real-time clock, embedded BACnet, and other functions to independently operate fans and pumps in air-conditioning equipment.

Features include a keypad with a large LCD display indicating system operation and associated unit conversion, a 10-yr. design life for the cooling fan and capacitor, and PC programming and troubleshooting software.

Fuji Electric Corp. of America, Edison, NJ Circle 112

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A wide range of combinations is available for the company’s Halcyon light-commercial multi-zone heat pumps. With ratings as high as 18 SEER, outdoor units include 18,000, 24,000, 36,000, or 48,000 Btu. Wall mounted, floor mounted, slim duct, and compact-cassette indoor units are available in 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, 15,000, 18,000, or 24,000 Btu. The floor-mount units are less than 24 in. high and 30 in. wide and replace standing radiators or install in any space with limited upper-wall space.

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Roof Waves Soar With Planes At LAX Alucobond composite panels flow into a roof reminiscent of ocean waves to give a busy airport personality.

Alucobond panels form a unique, wavethemed roof on the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport.

Photo: David Ford

L

os Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the sixth busiest airport in the world and the third busiest in the

A 110-ft.-tall Great Hall, awash in natural daylight, sits under

United States. Visitors are drawn to the area to experi-

aluminum roof arches in the column-free structure. The termi-

ence everything from the temperate coastal climate and beach-

nal’s uniquely formed roof was created with 253,000 sq. ft. of

es to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood.

Alucobond aluminum composite material from 3A Composites

Those themes are apparent in the design of the new, $1.9-billion, Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at LAX. The

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recalls the rhythm of waves breaking on a beach.

USA, Statesville, NC, in a 4-mm thickness and custom LAX Fawn Metallic color.

1.3 million-sq.-ft. addition to the current TBIT features a dy-

Alucobond consists of two sheets of 0.02-in. aluminum ther-

namic design by Denver-based Fentress Architects, charged with

mobonded to a plastic core. The material provides extraordinary

dramatically improving the passenger experience in a way that

flatness and rigidity, excellent formability, low weight, and out-

would capture the vibrant spirit of Los Angeles. Their design

standing weather resistance. Panels are manufactured with a

was inspired by the Pacific Ocean, with a flowing roofline that

polyethylene core in a standard 4-mm thickness.

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The roof design not only evokes the appearance of waves, it also offers a panoramic view. The sky is visible through the glass facing north. Looking up also provides a view of the Alucobond used on interior curved soffits.

“We extended the exterior roof form and materials inside to create interior soffits,” said Mike Doucette, project element manager, Bradley West Development, Los Angeles World Airports. “It brings the outside wave form in. The material forms the edge of the waves when you look up.”

While visually stunning, the new terminal design also had to meet the airport’s practical need to accommodate larger jetliners such as the double-deck, widebody Airbus A380.

The terminal doubles the size of the existing TBIT. Traveler amenities include the Great Hall, which offers 150,000 sq. ft. of dining and retail space, airline lounges, a children’s play area, and a spa. An integrated media system provides multimedia content celebrating travel and Los Angeles’ personality.

Elward Systems Corp., Lakewood, CO, fabricated approximately 10,500 Alucobond panels for the project using detailed, three-dimensional CAD modeling so that the panels could be fabricated flat with pre-cut

The 110-ft.-tall Great Hall sits under aluminum roof arches in the column-free structure. Photo: Jason A. Knowles © Fentress Architects

angles. The panels were then curved on-site during installation.

“Almost every panel had a unique shape,” said Tra-

The exterior roof form and materials were extended inside to create interior soffits that tie the roof aesthetic together. Photo: David Ford

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GLOBAL LEADER IN FALL PROTECTION

Complex roof shapes and geometry tie the LAX terminal to its West Coast home.

Photo: Jason A. Knowles © Fentress Architects

vis Gregory, project manager, Elward Systems Corp. “The flexibility offered by Alucobond allowed large radiuses and curves to be formed…. The most challenging part of this job was creating the fabrication drawings because this design was very complex and featured so many angles.”

Creating the ocean-wave effect required installation of panels, many of which were 25 ft. long, on 14 roof areas, each featuring three to four elevations, as well as on interior soffits, according to David Ford, project manager, Crown Corr Inc., Gary, IN, the installing company.

“We had to work with big panels in tight spaces and produce complicated radi-

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uses,” said Ford. “Elward would ship the panels flat and the framer would establish the radius. Elward did an excellent job. They pre-cut every angle to make it perfect.

The Alucobond panels and Elward’s installation system worked well together. This is a top-of-the-line product and system. There are no waves at all in the middle of the panels.”

It was originally envisioned that the roof be constructed from stainless steel, but

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the Alucobond panels provided several project benefits.

“The standing-seam roof provides cost efficiency to this option, in addition to the durability and longevity of a long-term commercial metal roof,” said Holly

• Superior engineering, quality manufacturing and unparalleled customer service.

• ISP 9001-17025 accredited on-site test labs.

Carson, assistant project manager, Fentress Architects. “The product also minimizes or eliminates oil-canning in its basic properties.”

“The panels met our aesthetic needs, and we have every expectation that the material will perform well over time,” said Doucette. “It helped us create the complex roof shapes and the complex geometry in the wave design. It offered us a level of flexibility to achieve our aesthetics.” CBP

• 100% satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime warranty.

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Designer perforated grilles Perforated grilles: • Custom designs • Interior and exterior applications • Range of patterns, metals, fi nishes

Custom-design perforated grilles add jewelry-like elements to interior or exterior surroundings, including walls, ceilings, windows, ventilation, and other applications. Part of the Elegant Metals series, products are available in 11 patterns and an assortment of metals and finishes. Patterns range from historically accurate Gothic, Grecian, and Egyptian to artistic diamond, shell, and half-shell designs. The material is available in varying thicknesses.

Metals include stainless steel, brass, and bronze.

McNichols Co., Tampa, FL Circle 70

Coating system

Versacor Elite coating system is said to offer a superior level of abrasion resistance and protection against moisture and intense sunlight. An extensive color selection is available for use on the company’s foam-insulated wall-panel systems, standing-seam roofing, and single-skin metal panels with concealed and exposed fasteners.

Centria, Moon Township, PA Circle 74

Patch products

Terracotta façade

Skimcrete CP repair mortar is said to withstand extreme temperatures. Recommended for fast-track projects, it is said to be open to standard traffic within four hours of application. It can be used on vertical repairs, sidewalks, and ramps. The fly-ash product can be applied as thin as 1/4 in.

NBK Terrart Light terracotta façade system provides reduced weight/unit area. A clipand-hold attachment system aids retrofit and re-clad applications. Manufactured from environmentally responsible materials, the ventilated curtainwall/rainscreen solution is available in small- and medium-format elements. An extensive range of colors, textures, and profiles is available.

Dependable LLC, Mayfi eld Heights, OH Circle 75

Hunter Douglas Contract, Marblehead, MA Circle 71

Concrete-release agent

Building-envelope analysis

The company offers a comprehensive, scientific building-envelope evaluation that assists a building owner in determining energy-cost-reduction options for roof and wall remediation projects.

The Garland Co., Cleveland Circle 72

Crete-Lease 880-VOC-Xtra release agent is a blend of neutralized vegetable oils in mineral oil that is said to contain no waxes, silicones, or carcinogens and is solvent free and non-toxic. The product is reported to provide easy and stain-free clean stripping of forms and form liners from concrete. The end result mimics the mold surface and provides a concrete finish without bug holes. The agent strips clean and promotes longer form life by keeping the form clean and accommodating easier stripping.

Cresset Chemical Co., Weston, OH Circle 73

Transparent façade

Imagic Weave transparent media façade allows creation of an interactive façade capable of communicating with the surrounding area while serving as a building’s second skin. The product is a combination of the company’s architectural wire mesh and LED technology from Traxon Technologies. The wire mesh and integrated LED profiles provide a virtually limitless combination of colors, patterns, and light on the façade, allowing content and design to continually change. When no content is being displayed, the media screen appears as a stainless-steel mesh façade.

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Tubos products extend plumbing vent stacks that come through a roof. The products are compatible with 2-, 3-, and 4-in.-dia. vent stacks. Units are 28-in. long and can be used to extend two vent stacks and are said to be compatible with all roofing systems.

OMG Roofi ng Products, Agawam, MA Circle 78

Aluminum-composite colors

Permeable pavers

Eco-Priora permeable interlocking concrete pavers use spacers that are said to provide superior structural stability under vehicular loading. Available in a variety of rectangular and square sizes, the pavers reportedly withstand turning movements of tires without surface degradation or raveling and can be used in any climate. Pavement infiltration rates are maintained with street sweeping/ vacuuming. Individual units provide underground access and repair without patching.

Alucobond aluminum-composite materials include four naturAL colors, Graphite, Stainless, Zinc, and Rust, as additions to the naturAL Brushed and Reflect finishes. The surfaces amplify the natural beauty and character of aluminum to enhance the design of architectural cladding. The finely textured surface scatters light for a close-up visual effect, while retaining the look and luster of smooth aluminum from afar. Graphite and Stainless color finishes have a FEVE clear coat.

3A Composites USA, Statesville, NC Circle 79

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B

uckley Recital Hall at Amherst College, Amherst, MA, serves as its primary concert and rehearsal facility.

Buckley Recital Hall at Amherst College uses Lumentalk technology in an LED-lit, multi-functional performance space.

The hall was converted into an LED-powered perfor-

mance space for the 21st century with the addition of Lumentalk

technology from Lumenpulse Inc., Montreal. Lumentalk transforms existing electrical wiring into a smart and robust digital network, with stable, high-speed data communication. Ideal for projects where existing controls are not compatible with LED luminaires, or where the controls in place are inflexible, Lumentalk allows upgrading to digital control and LED lighting without intrusive re-wiring, disruptions, or remodeling.

“Buckley Recital Hall was using a very antiquated lighting console and control system,” said Greg Campbell, executive vice president and CTO at Lumenpulse. “Lumentalk was the perfect solution to update their lighting system, providing a gateway to modern control advantages, without having to rip up walls or add complex infrastructure.”

Designed by lighting design firm Horton Lees Brogden (HLB), New York, the recital hall’s new LED lighting scheme added 14 zones of control, reduced energy consumption by 60%, and eliminated the school’s maintenance costs for scaffolding and lamp replacement, which totaled more than $50,000 annually.

Lumentalk works with any LED fixture, bringing instant digital control to legacy wiring systems. The technology is protocol independent, making it compatible with most traditional dimmers and control systems, including Triac, 0 to 10 V, DALI, DMX, and ELV. “Lumentalk technology allowed us to use the existing wiring and controls, which gave us a lot of options and helped us overcome challenging architecture,” said Carrie Hawley, HLB associate principal, explaining how the technology enabled a complete yet cost-effective modernization of the space’s lighting scheme. “Everything can now be dimmed, zoned, individually programmed, and addressed, with a series of separate control points for the stage and the audience,” she said.

François-Xavier Souvay, Lumenpulse president and CEO, believes the installation could set a precedent for other theaters

Lumentalk allows upgrading to digital control and LED lighting without intrusive re-wiring, disruptions, or remodeling.

and performance spaces looking to add flexibility while reining in costs. “The Buckley Recital Hall shows the impact Lumentalk can have on an older building,” he said. “The technology simplifies the conversion to LED lighting and smart lighting control which, apart from providing significant maintenance and energy savings, also adds untold flexibility. It can give a building a whole new lease on life.” CBP

LEDs Revitalize Recital Hall Lumentalk technology converts college’s performance space without re-wiring.

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LED floodlights ACP series: • LED floodlights • Replace 100- to 1,000-W metal halide • Applications include parking lots, building façades

ACP series LED floodlights reportedly save as much as 60% in energy costs while cutting maintenance costs by as much as 50%, compared to metal halide. Medium luminaires are available with 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 chip-on-board modules and replace conventional 100- to 400-W floods. Large luminaires have 7, 8, or 9 COB modules to replace 400- to 1,000-W floods. The lights have segmented internal reflectors for field to beam ratios, tool-less entry, surge protection, and optional RoamView controls. Mounting options include tenon-slipfitter knuckle and steel yoke. Applications include parking lots, building façades, and facility perimeters.

American Electric Lighting, an Acuity Brand, Granville, OH Circle 80

Lighting control

SmartCast technology is a self-programming, wireless lighting-control system that is said to reduce energy consumption by more than 70%. The system uses OneButton setup, where luminaires enabled with the technology create their own secure network, learn about their environment, and form groups to maximize savings, with the push of a single button. SmartCast is available in CR series LED troffers, CS series linear luminaires, and KR series downlights, as well as with a 0- to 10-V interface for control of existing dimmable LEDs. Cree Inc., Durham, NC Circle 84

Wall-mount enclosure

A horizontal wall-mount enclosure for new or retrofit installations is part of a series of optical network terminal secured housings.

Enclosures are configured to customer’s specifications.

Classic, modern designs

Snake Tray, Bay Shore, NY Circle 81

A colonial lantern, traditionally styled, luminaire line is available in three scaled fixture sizes. Available as pole- and pendant-mount fixtures, the lantern also is offered as a wall mount and as bollards. Pole and pendant fixtures can be single- or multi-luminaire mounted. The lantern is said to provide glare-free illumination with HID lighting from 50 to 250 W.

Decorative lighting collections for today’s transitional style trends blend traditional and contemporary details. Collections include Asset; Club, that uses antique-bronze iron scrolls; Compass, with linear details and circular accents; Dazzle, with clear glass shades; Entice, featuring diamond-patterned glass; and Indulge that uses clear glass shades with etched details.

Sun Valley Lighting, Palmdale, CA Circle 83

Progress Lighting, Greenville, SC Circle 85

Road, path luminaire

Lighting box

EALB easy-access lighting box has a sliding, swivel cover plate. The swivel plate has a 20-deg. angle that is said to eliminate damage to hanging fixtures when struck or jarred. The unit holds 70 lb. and measures 4 x 4 x 2 1/8 in.

Orbit Industries, Los Angeles Circle 82

Cable retractors

Wiremold work-surface desk module replaces an existing wiring grommet to provide adjustable connections within reach and with minimal work surface disruption. The cord-ended modules are available with optional USB and RJ45 cable retractors. The modules are available with two 15-A outlets and a 12-ft. cord or two 15-A outlets, a 12-ft. cord, and one USB charging outlet. Each is offered with or without an RJ45 retractor cassette. Units install in existing desk grommets or in a new opening using a hole saw.

Legrand, West Hartford, CT Circle 86

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The best power control systems are equipped with redundant PLC controllers

Outdoor wall washers, floods

WW2 LED series aimable outdoor wall washers and floodlights are available in rectilinear strip-, square-, rectangular-, and round-shaped housings with adjustable mounting hardware for precise aiming.

On-board controllers provide independent selection of LED colors, timed color-changing effects, and step dimming. Controllers allow master/slave control of as many as 30 luminaires in series.

Jesco Lighting Group, Glendale, NY Circle 87

The typical power system is controlled by one PLC. Russelectric power control systems come standard with dual PLC controls for fully redundant operation, ensuring no interruption of control should either malfunction.

LED sconce

Allege2 series omni-directional distribution LED or T5 diffuse-lens vertical wall sconce provides contemporary design and uniform ambient illumination. LED versions are available in a 9 5/8-in. mini-sconce and 2-, 3-, or 4-ft. lengths. Fluorescent versions are available in 2- or 4-ft. lengths. A three-sided, 270-deg. lens shape provides the wide distribution.

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Flooring Promotes Accessibility Nora rubber flooring helps manage acoustics and provides a smooth path for recovery at a rehab facility.

Boston’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, a model of inclusive and sustainable design, installed Nora flooring throughout the facility.

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oston’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital includes a state-

Betsy Pillsbury, the hospital’s disability resources coordinator,

of-the-art research center and sits on a remediated brown-

recalls arranging for architects to spend a day in the old hospital

field parcel in the Charlestown Navy Yard. The LEED

using manual wheelchairs to help them understand the challenges

Gold building includes vegetated roofs that mitigate storm-water

patients face on a daily basis.

runoff and reduce cooling loads and heat-island effect. A harbor

“They went around the building, trying out closets and bath-

walk wraps around the glass and recycled-aluminum building with

rooms in patient rooms, and visited the cafeteria,” she explained.

public-access points for casting fishing lines. Reclaimed timber and

“One of them actually wheeled himself all the way back to his of-

granite are incorporated in the landscape design. The hospital is a

fice, which meant going down city sidewalks, crossing the streets,

262,000-sq.-ft. model of inclusive and sustainable design, the result

and taking the subway. At the end of that experience, he under-

of careful planning and exhaustive research that placed the needs of

stood first-hand the importance of things like smooth surfaces;

disabled patients at the center of the design experience.

nice, even ramps; and easy-to-use doorways.”

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Above. Patients in wheelchairs or those walking around as part of their therapy appreciate that the flooring is resilient, providing a more comfortable underfoot experience.

Experiences such as those resulted in a 132-bed acute-rehabilitation facility that, on any given day, serves an average of 128 inpatients and 100 outpatients in a patient-centered environment that goes beyond compliance and sets new accessibility standards.

That means sinks that have shallow bowls so minimal reaching is required; water faucets, paper-towel dispensers, doors in public areas, and hand sanitizers that are motion activated; patient-careunit desks and information desks that have cutouts for wheelchair access; patient room closet doors that allow a 180-deg. opening so wheelchair patients have full access; wheelchair cutouts incorporated into the outdoor seating design; an aquatic therapy center; and an outdoor therapy garden that helps patients practice navigating on a variety of surfaces, such as sand, cobblestone, concrete

Click here in the CBP digital magazine to hear disability resources coordinator Betsy Pillsbury talk about the hospital design process.

stairs, and a boardwalk. The accommodations, some obvious and others subtle, are everywhere.

“The facility moves beyond compliance with the accommodation requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act,” said Paula Hereau, vice president of operations at Spaulding. “So, it’s not just making it OK for handicapped people to use the facility,

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but making it as easy and open for anyone to be able to use it.”

As construction progressed and designers and hospital staff turned their attention to finishes for the $225-million, nine-story facility, they again considered the patient experience, along with best practices of green design. Recalled Hereau, “One of the major focuses of our design was, in addition to making it patient focused, to be certain that it was resilient and a very sustainable building. We tried to keep all of those things in mind at all times. As we were choosing products, they needed to be things that were comfortable for patients and staff to use.”

THE FLOORING CONTRIBUTION

Nora flooring from Nora Systems Inc., Salem, NH, was installed to help the facility meet goals for a patient-centered and sustainable design. Installed throughout the hospital, Norament Grano provides comfort for staff members who spend long hours on their feet, while helping to reduce noise that can interfere with recovery.

Concerned about patient and staff sensitivities to allergens and chemicals within a newly constructed building, Hereau also appreciated a flooring product that does not release any emissions into the air.

Colorful patterns in the floor also serve an important function. “One of the things that our patients really enjoy is that we worked with designers to place metrics into the floors,” she said. “So, as they’re walking or rolling, patients can see how Burle™ PANEL ©2007 modularArts, Inc.

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ous places in the building. Patients love the logo, and they use that graphic reminder to inspire them to do more.”

Just as important is the floor’s smooth finish. Many wheelchairs have very small front caster wheels and, when turning, can catch on the smallest corner or edge.

According to David Cohen, director of environmental services, the flooring also offers resiliency that is important. “For staff, it improves their comfort; it improves the ergonomics of the workflow of their job on a daily basis. For patients, who tend to spend a lot of time in hallways, either in wheelchairs or walking around as part of their therapy, the floor has a little bit of give to it, so it makes it a more comfortable experience for them as they roll or walk through the corridors.”

LOW MAINTENANCE

Cohen continued, “In a setting like this one, long-term maintenance of the flooring is probably our biggest issue, where cleanliness is concerned. So, we wanted to get away from VCT flooring and install something that does not require floor finishes and some of the harsh chemicals that we’d become accustomed to in our older buildings. So far, the Nora flooring has been very successful along these lines. In fact, ...daily mopping is really all that’s been required to maintain the floor finish. At the same time, we’re realizing some cost savings by eliminating the floor strippers and finishes that we used on our older VCT floors. What’s more, the floor stands up to the abuse of stretchers, wheelchairs, patients, and staff.” CBP

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Left. The Univ. of Manitoba, Winnipeg, chose lockers from Scranton Products to update and renovate fitness-facility locker rooms.

Above. Tufftec lockers are impact, dent, and graffiti resistant and impervious to moisture.

Rusty Lockers Kicked Out In Renovation Banks of maintenance-free lockers provide quality storage and durability for a Canadian university.

F

ounded in 1877 as Western Canada’s first

metal lockers was a necessity. They were badly rusted

um inside the lockers as needed. The locker’s gray

university, the Univ. of Manitoba, Winnipeg,

and dented after four decades of non-stop use. The

tones also blend very nicely with the new look our

is the province’s largest and only research-in-

project’s architects and design team conducted an ex-

members want and deserve, which is a priority since

tensive, post-secondary institution, serving more than

haustive search for suitable, long-term alternatives that

facility memberships include locker rentals.”

27,000 students.

culminated with the selection of 3,000 Tufftec lockers

A massive renovation program for the campus in-

from Scranton Products, Scranton, PA.

Looking to the future, Wang is also counting on the lockers to withstand the increased traffic that will

cluded upgrades for the main locker rooms at the

Engineered for strength and durability, Tufftec’s

accompany the opening of the university’s new

Frank Kennedy Centre, which houses a six-lane salt-

HDPE material withstands harsh daily use while re-

100,000-sq.-ft. Active Living Centre, slated to open in

water pool and diving area, three gymnasiums, a car-

maining virtually maintenance free. The lockers are

2015. The world-class health, wellness, and fitness fa-

dio and free-weight training area, indoor track,

impact, dent, and graffiti resistant and impervious to

cility will provide improved and accessible space for as

squash and racquetball courts, dry sauna, cycling and

moisture. They feature ergonomic handles, several

many as 1,200 users at a time.

circuit-training studios, and a gender-neutral commu-

hardware and lock options, and standard horizontal

Added Wang, “We chose only the highest-quality ma-

nity changing room.

venting or lattice mesh venting. With 25% to 100%

terials that would last for decades and match our ongoing

post-consumer recycled content, the lockers are natu-

commitment to excellence and achievement.” CBP

“This project was long overdue,” said Simon Wang, facilities manager/director, who is responsible for the

rally resistant to bacteria, mold, and mildew.

maintenance of more than 500,000 sq. ft. of athletic

Designed to endure the wear and tear of athletic and

and recreational facilities and equipment. “The centre

recreational environments, the lockers are Children &

opened in 1972 and the locker rooms had not been

Schools Greenguard Certified for indoor air quality,

updated in more than 40 years. As a result, we had to

100% recyclable, and contribute to LEED credits.

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redo nearly everything to accommodate the quality

“We took a good, long look at all the alternatives

demanded by our students, staff, alumni, and commu-

and ultimately decided on Tufftec,” explained Wang.

nity members. We elevated the entire look and feel of

“Long-lasting durability was the driving factor. We

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the women and men’s locker rooms with new flooring,

wanted a product that wouldn’t rust and would be easy

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countertops, mirrors, fountains, sinks, benches, toi-

to clean. Tufftec met these criteria and added a 25-year

lets, privacy showers, and, of course, lockers.”

warranty. So far, we’ve only needed to spot clean the

According to Wang, replacement of the existing

See more information about Tufftec lockers at the Scranton website.

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High-impact workspace flooring Norament xp: • Floor covering for high-impact, high-traffic areas • Stain and slip resistant • Hammered-surface look

Norament xp is said to be an ultra-durable floor covering for high-impact and high-traffic workspaces. Offering enhanced stain and slip resistance, the product has application in operating rooms, emergency departments, and cGMP facilities. Increased surface density and impact resistance are reported to eliminate chipping and travel-path wear. Noise-reducing properties provide a quiet environment. The flooring is available in 3 1/2-mm tiles and 13 standard colors. The floor’s hammered surface features a confetti design.

Nora Systems Inc., Salem, NH Circle 55

Resin, glass patterns

Self-leveling compounds

Strand and Wander are additions to the Varia Ecoresin and pressed-glass collections. The resin panels contain 40% recycled content. Strand is a linear pattern with subtle variations and is available in brick, lake, and iron colors. Wander is a loose grid of sheer, twisting ribbons and is available in colors including maize, coastal, dove, and night.

Schonox subfloor-leveling products pour over uneven wood subfloors to produce smooth, sound substrates. AP and APF compounds provide a smooth surface for installing a wide variety of laminate, vinyl, ceramic, and other floor coverings without using underlayment panels and boards.

3form, Salt Lake City Circle 56

HPS North America Inc., Florence, AL Circle 57

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Sealants Design-inspired grout

TEC Design FX grout is stain proof and ready to use. Available in crystal, silver, and bronze, the grout has a reflective effect and is said to accentuate the natural beauty of glass, mosaic, and metal tile, while also complementing ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone. The grout is approved for interior and exterior use.

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RDI industrial sealants include R5 window and door insulative, water-based acrylic duct, and noise-proof acoustical. The products are said to provide excellent adhesion and flexibility and clean up with water.

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Self-leveling underlayment

Durock EcoCap self-leveling underlayment is reported to reduce its carbon footprint by 50% and reduce embodied energy by 45% when compared to Portland cement-based or calcium aluminate cement-based underlayment products. The product’s lower surface pH enhances compatibility and durability of floor-covering adhesives. The underlayment can contribute to LEED credits and is fast drying and quick setting. It supports foot traffic within two hours, and most floor coverings can be installed after 16 hours.

USG, Chicago Circle 60

Natural-finish floors

Natural Finishes includes four collections of white oak flooring: Casual, Urban, Essential, and Elegant. Prefinished with Carlisle Custom Coat, the selections have a hand-rubbed look. All products are also available in solid and engineered wood.

Casual collection creates a warm, inviting space.

Essential collection uses distinctive, deep-tone colors like Dark Chocolate and Cup of Joe. Urban collection features products including Granite Dream and Optimistic Stone.

Carlisle Wide Plank Floors, Stoddard, NH Circle 64

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Gasket wall joint

Series TTG SpeedFlex track-top gasket provides fire, smoke, and acoustical ratings for head-of-wall joints between gypsum walls and flat concrete floor slabs. One-step installation eliminates a second inspection. Compatible with most common track sizes, the product is UL classified for as much as 2 hr. for typical fire-rated walls in flat-slab applications. The product comes in rolls that cut with a scissors or sharp knife.

Specified Technologies Inc., Somerville, NJ Circle 61

Insulation

Sound & Fire Block mineral-wool insulation batts are lightweight, noncombustible, and contribute to high fire-resistance rating in wood-stud cavities. They also are reported to provide excellent acoustical performance for interior walls.

Johns Manville, Denver Circle 65

Endura MRL elevator uses 95% petroleum-free hydraulic fluid and needs no machine room. Elevator components are tucked into the space already occupied by the elevator. Applications include low-rise buildings.

ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas, Alpharetta, GA Circle 62

Acrylic epoxy

Pitt-Glaze WB1 water-borne acrylic epoxy single component provides protection in high-traffic areas. With low-VOC content and low odor, the product is said to have excellent hide and coverage, minimizing the number of coats required.

Available in eggshell and semi-gloss, the epoxy can contribute to LEED credits.

PPG Architectural Coatings, Pittsburgh Circle 63

Prest® Pavers • Roof and Plaza Pavers • Prest® Brick • Permeable Pavers • Asphalt Block • Garden and Landscape Walls

Machine room-less elevator

Hanover® Permeable 4 1/2” x 9” This ADA compliant permeable paver allows for stormwater drainage and manages excess runoff,

facilitating LEED Green Building certification.

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Modular sports floor

QuickCourt modular sports floor system uses interlocking, high-impact polypropylene sections to provide a stable surface and shock-absorbing underlayment. Tiles are 12-sided sections. Three-sided connectors expand and contract to compensate for court temperature variations and maintain the flat surface.

Action Floor Systems, Mercer, WI Circle 66

Fast-track flooring

Accelera fast-track flooring reportedly eliminates lengthy install times and provides a seamless floor. Available in 12 solid colors for broadcast floors and decorative options, the flooring includes the company’s standard vinyl and quartz blends as well as custom blends. The hybrid systems have high moisture tolerance, allowing installations on 5 to 7-day-old concrete.

Dur-A-Flex Inc., East Hartford, CT Circle 67

Visual flooring

Takiron collection includes Pathways and MT sheet. Pathways is a slip-resistant product for environments with hard-soled shoes, soft soles, and bare feet. With a herringbone-like pattern, it has a multidirectional wear layer that creates a striking visual. MT is also slip resistant and available in whimsical primary and subtle earth-tone colors.

Both can be used indoors or outdoors and heat or chemically welded for a seamless floor.

CBC Flooring, Commack, NY Circle 68

Traction tread

Traction Tread aluminum thresholds and stair nosings are available with non-slip epoxy abrasive particles bonded into the grooves or with formulated rubber inserts. An ADA-detectable warning for stairs and ramps, they can include a photoluminescent edge.

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The public “face” of the Salt Lake City Public Safety Building features a serpentine glass curtainwall that slopes from one wing to the other. The design called for the curtainwall to cant–or angle–in multiple directions.

Photo credit: Wayne Gillman

Building’s Public Face Reflects Energy Aims Net-zero and LEED-Platinum certification drove the design of Salt Lake City’s Public Safety Building.

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alt Lake City’s Public Safety Building sets a

The $125-million, 335,000-sq.-ft. facility includes

new standard in creating a functional, ener-

172,000 sq. ft. of space on four levels above ground,

gy-efficient government structure in stunning

and 143,000 sq. ft. of secure parking below grade. In

In addition to complementing the Modern style of

Modern architecture. It is the first public-safety building

addition to housing Salt Lake City’s police and fire de-

architecture shared by many of downtown’s public-sec-

in the nation to be designed as a net-zero energy build-

partments, it functions as the primary disaster/emer-

tor buildings, the Public Safety Building’s glass exteri-

ing, generating as much energy as it uses. It also is one

gency operations center for the area.

or needed to meet seismic and ballistic requirements,

of the first public-safety buildings designed to meet the

wing to the other. The design also called for the curtainwall to cant—or angle—in multiple directions.

as well as contribute to the building’s LEED and

U.S. Green Building Council’s, Washington, LEED-

CANTED FAÇADE

net-zero energy objectives.

Platinum certification criteria. The newly opened build-

The building’s glass façade was a central element of

To address the complexities of the project’s design and

ing features a unitized curtainwall, windows, light

Salt Lake City-based GSBS Architect’s design. The

engineering needs, general contractor Okland Construc-

shelves, and sun shades manufactured by Wausau, WI-

northwest-facing public “face” of the building features

tion and glazing contractor LCG Façade, both of Salt

based Wausau Window and Wall Systems.

a serpentine glass curtainwall that slopes from one

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exteriors the project’s discussion. “LCG Façade was brought in early in the

products combine the benefits of natural light and outside views

design phase to answer GSBS Architect’s number-one question:

with the recognized performance and recycled content that may

‘Can a curtainwall system segment and cant backward at 15 de-

aid buildings seeking LEED certification. The selected INvision

grees and then change angle, while maintaining the cant through

systems incorporate polyamide thermal barriers that enhance

a reverse S curve?’” explained Ted Derby, business development

system thermal performance, condensation resistance, and ener-

manager at LCG Façade. “We thought with Wausau’s help, we

gy efficiency.

could make it happen. As soon as we received a wire-frame 3-D

Maximizing performance, minimizing field labor, and al-

model, we sent it to Wausau, and they came back with a condi-

lowing designers to choose the ideal system depth, face width,

tional, but affirmative statement that they could make the design

and thermal barrier, these unitized curtainwalls are backed with

a reality. Shortly afterward, Wausau and LCG Façade entered into

a standard limited warranty of 10 years. The unitized systems’

a agreement to work together on the project.”

interlocking frame design accommodates seismic, live load, and

Derby added that once the agreement was in place, Wausau’s

thermal building movements. Structural silicone glazing and

engineers visited Utah to view the construction site and meet with

sealing are completed in Wausau’s LEED-Silver certified manu-

GSBS Architects to ensure that the curtainwall and window system

facturing center for quality assurance.

CONNECTION TO OUTDOORS

Along with the curtainwall, LCG Façade installed nearly two dozen Wausau 4250-Z zero sightline casement windows on the building’s upper floors to support the project’s goals for natural ventilation and a connection to the outdoors for occupants.

Also contributing to the Public Safety Building’s net-zero energy goals, Wausau engineered and installed Clear Story interior light shelves and sun shades to allow light to penetrate deep into the interior spaces.

“A complete daylighting system provides shading from direct sunlight, glare protection, and daylight redirection,” explained Wausau’s government/military market manager, Tom Mifflin, LEED Green Associate. “Lighting accounts for 40% of the energy used in a typical commercial building. Properly executed, daylighting can reduce HVAC peak loads with corresponding reductions in mechanical equipment capacity and carbon footprint.”

Wausau’s aluminum frames, light shelves, and sun shades contain recycled content averaging 70% or greater. Linetec, Wausau, WI, finished these aluminum components in MC Platinum using a two-coat, 70% fluropolymer mica-flake paint. As an environmentally conscious finisher, Linetec captures and destroys the VOCs present in liquid solvent-based paints at the factory before arrival on a building site. Wausau’s finished products comply with indoor environmental quality credits for low-emitting materials with respect to LEED criteria.

Nearly two dozen casement windows were installed on the building’s upper floors to support the project’s goals for natural ventilation and a connection to the outdoors for occupants.

designs were in sync with GSBS’ architectural vision. Once con-

Viracon, Owatonna, MN, fabricated the high-efficiency,

firmed, Wausau moved into the next phase: applications engineer-

triple insulating glass used in the curtainwall and the low-e,

ing, fabrication, and finishing of the curtainwall elements.

insulated glass installed in the casement windows. In some curtainwall units, three different thicknesses of glass were

EACH PIECE, DIMENSION, ANGLE DIFFERENT

“The care and precision needed to make this complex design a re-

Other design components and practices contributing to Salt

ality was incredible,” said Gene Pagel, Wausau’s vice president of

Lake City’s net-zero and LEED-Platinum goals for the Public

engineering. “Every piece, dimension, and angle of the 135 unique

Safety Building include:

curtainwall units located at the center of this building is different.

That meant each component of each trapezoidal unit required de-

• •

sign engineering and 3-D layout, along with precise and unique

proved air quality

machining, fabrication, glazing, and even shipping provisions.”

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needed to provide the security required for the project.

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Controllable task lighting to complement daylighting Interior building materials with low-VOC content for imPhotovoltaic panels within a glass awning that extends

For the Public Safety Building’s lobby and main floors, LCG

from the main entrance onto a newly created outdoor plaza,

installed more than 32,000 sq. ft. of Wausau’s INvision thermal

generating energy to power electrical outlets that are avail-

unitized curtainwall, including 19,150 sq. ft. of 7250i-UW series

able for public use

and more than 13,000 sq. ft. of 6250i-HRX series. INvision

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Far right. The Public Safety Building’s glass exterior needed to meet seismic and ballistic requirements, as well as contribute to the building’s LEED and net-zero energy objectives.

Right. A complete daylighting system provides shading from direct sunlight, glare protection, and daylight redirection.

Click here in the CBP digital magazine to hear project manager Jeff Krentz, of Wausau Window and Wall Systems, talk about the curtainwall design.

ing and high-reflectivity roofing materials that deflect heat

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Green roof areas that reduce the amount of wa-

ter that enters the storm-drain system and keeps the building and surrounding environment cooler, plus other on-site rain gardens and water-efficient landscape design

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Bicycle racks for staff and public use, and reserved

parking stalls for low-emissions vehicles

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High-efficiency mechanical systems, including a

rooftop solar water-heating system

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In-floor radiant tubes to assist in heating and

cooling the building.

The window and curtainwall design of the Public Safety Building, along with a host of energy-efficient features, combine to make the facility a model of contemporary design and responsible energy use. CBP

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Hear project manager Jeff Krentz, of Wausau Window and Wall Systems, talk about the curtainwall design.

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windows & doors Low-e glass

SunGuard SNX 51/23 low-e glass has a visible light transmission (VLT) exceeding 50% and a solar-heat-gain coefficient less than 0.25 in a standard insulated glass unit.

The glass has low reflectivity and a neutral blue appearance.

It is available on clear, green, UltraWhite, CrystalGray, gray, and TwilightGreen substrates, in annealed and heat-treatable versions.

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Curtainwall pressure plate

YCW 750 OGP curtainwall incorporates a polyamide 6.6 pressure plate to reduce energy flow through the framing system. The plate design allows architects to incorporate a variety of exterior covers to meet design requirements.

The plate can be used with the outside-glazed system to improve overall thermal efficiency and condensation resistance. It also reduces temperature transfer from the exterior to the interior.

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Rolling doors Rolling doors: • Thermiser Max and Temp-Master • Insulated doors meet IECC air-filtration requirements • Standard sizes to 30 ft. x 30 ft.

Cornell Iron Works’ Thermiser Max and Cookson’s Temp-Master insulated doors meet the IECC air-infiltration requirements of less than 1.0 cfm/sq. ft. The doors use a combination of sealing, insulation, and thermal breaks to exceed the requirements while reportedly maximizing energy efficiency and savings for building owners. System components may be retrofit onto previously installed coiling doors to decrease air infiltration by reportedly as much as 85% to enhance the energy efficiency of existing buildings. Standard construction for the doors is dimensions as large as 30 ft. wide x 30 ft. high.

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Canopies, awnings

A brochure describing the company’s canopies, awnings, and walkways includes products that stand up to hurricane-force winds, high snow loads, and demanding code requirements. Products incorporate daylighting into building design.

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Wood and glass windows

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VistaLuxe collection uses multiple design styles that highlight the warmth of wood and expansive glass views with energy-efficient performance. Modern, Mountain Contemporary, and Country Contemporary provide distinctive aesthetics. A range of glass choices addresses different climate zones and performance needs. A variety of finishes on aluminum exteriors and custom detailing for wood interiors is available.

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Breaking New Ground With Geothermal: Jay Egg Jay Egg, president and founder of Egg Geothermal, Kissimmee, FL, is a consultant and designer of geothermal HVAC systems, in addition to being author of two books and several articles on the subject. In his podcast he offers his insights into geothermal technology and the role it can play in commercial facilities by providing improved indoor air quality and energy savings on several fronts.

Glass For Interior Spaces: Diane Turnwall Diane Turnwall, market segment director for interiors at glass manufacturer Guardian Industries, Auburn Hills, MI, has 25 years of experience developing marketing strategies for interior related companies such as Haworth and Steelcase. Diane joins us for this podcast to discuss the use of glass to define interior spaces, deliver daylight to interior spaces, and as art and wayfinding devices.

Aluminum thresholds and stair nosings, available with non-slip epoxy abrasive particles bonded into the grooves or with formulated rubber inserts. Attractive, smooth and extremely durable, Perfect for schools, hospitals and commercial applications. Traction Tread provides an ADA detectable warning for stairs and ramps and can also be integrated with photoluminescent edges for power failure emergency exit. See our full line of exit and stair marking systems.

Windows and Building Types: Mike Turner Our 11th Commercial Conversation is with Mike Turner, vice president of marketing at YKK AP America Inc., Austell, GA. Mike is also a board member of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Schaumburg, IL, the TaskGroup Chairman for BIM Initiatives at AAMA, a member of the Codes and Regulatory Affairs Committee at AAMA, and a member of the International Code Council. In this podcast, we discuss factors that affect how fenestration is specified for building types such as restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and offices.

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These are a series of gray, high-back lounge chairs that physically encapsulate guests and afford comfort and privacy. The lobby designer was Jim Hamilton, Graven Images (UK).

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