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Sustainable Design With Recycled Rubber Surfaces

Can rubber be part of an environmentally responsible design? Take a look at the benefits and applications of recycled rubber surfacing products.

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Introduction to High-Density Parking Systems

Explore how high-density parking (HDP) systems are able to park 30%–400% more vehicles than a traditional garage in the same amount of space.

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The Importance of Acoustics in Healthcare

Explore the impacts of acoustics on healthcare, review acoustic standards and guidelines, and learn design solutions.

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Gate Hardware: Designing for Function, Safety, and Code Compliance

Gates and latches make up 1% of the cost of a fencing installation but are key to its success. Review the factors specifiers need to know to make informed decisions about gate hardware.

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Artificial Turf for Residential and Commercial Landscapes

Examine today's artificial grass systems and discover how they are carefully planned, designed, and built to suit the specific needs of an outdoor residential or commercial landscape.

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Thermoplastic Roofing: Materials & Systems

Thermoplastic roofing systems bring greater control to the jobsite. Discover the pros and cons of TPO and PVC roofing membranes and the advantages of single-source, prefabricated materials.

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Structure for Architects: Thoughts for an Inspector of Record Building Inspection Model

In this 15-Minute Briefing, learn about the inspector of record, California’s experience with the continuous inspection model, and its impact on life safety and building damage.

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Electric Heating: Benefits, Types, and Specification

Examine multiple electric heating options for commercial and residential applications that meet consumer needs and provide solutions to common heating concerns.

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The Evolution of Play: Trends in Outdoor Space Design

From swings and slides to obstacle courses and outdoor classrooms, discover how design trends are reshaping play for all ages and abilities.

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The Solar Roof-Plus-Storage Ecosystem

Explore the components of a solar-plus-storage system, including selection considerations for residential rooftop solar, DC-coupled solar batteries, and system monitoring.

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Louver Design and Selection: What Every Architect Should Know

More than just a hole in the wall! Learn all you need to know about the different types of louvers and their applications.

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Construction Specialties

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Maintenance & Management of Interlocking Concrete Pavements

All pavements require cleaning, maintenance, and eventually, rehabilitation. Explore cleaning, sealing, and inspection procedures to support the performance of concrete pavements.

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Designing with Modular Mechanical Supports

Modular mechanical support systems are flexible, adaptable frameworks for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing applications. Discover their functions, features, and benefits.

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Eberl Iron Works, Inc.

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Pre-engineered Trench Drain Systems for Smarter Water Management

Understand the design and benefits of pre-engineered trench drains and their role in sustainable wastewater management and compliance with regulatory requirements.

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MultiDrain Systems, Inc.

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Photoluminescence: Applied Use in Code Compliance and Enhanced Safety

Photoluminescent (PL) exit path markers provide safe and quick egress in all light conditions. Examine PL safety products and the codes related to PL way-finding systems.

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Ecoglo Inc.

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Fundamentals of Mechanical Dehumidifiers

Mechanical dehumidifiers help control humidity, ensuring safety and comfort. Psychrometric principles, the operation of dehumidifiers, and their applications are discussed.

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Quest Climate

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Making the Practical and Financial Case for Sustainable Roofing Systems

Roofing faces supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and inflation. Explore innovative solutions with PVC roofing's financial and environmental benefits from a single supplier.

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Duro-Last

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Plumbing Codes, Standards, and NSF/ANSI/CAN 61

Review the plumbing codes and standards that govern plumbing fittings and fixtures, with special attention to the leaching of organics, metals, and lead into drinking water.

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Chicago Faucets

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Designing with Architectural Decorative Glass

Architectural decorative glass enhances the built environment by making it more interesting, beautiful, and inspiring, Discover how it can be incorporated into virtually any design theme.

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General Glass International (GGI)

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Architectural Acoustics for Today’s Buildings

Noise pollution can disrupt the activity or balance of human life. Learn how architectural acoustics can be integrated into a building's design, improving occupant well-being.

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G&S Acoustics

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Vibration and Structure-Borne Noise Reduction for Structural Engineers and Architects

The problems caused by vibration or shock can be negligible or destructive. Learn realistic approaches to solve these problems by anticipation, identification, analysis, and testing.

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Fabreeka

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Smokin’ NFPA 285 and Lessons Learned from the Field

When considering the building enclosure, fire safety is an important design factor. This course reviews the scope of NFPA 285 and examines building components and compliance paths.

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DuPont Performance Building Solutions

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Solid Surface: A Design Professional’s Guide

Explore the creative possibilities of solid surface, the thermoformable, printable, nonporous, and environmentally sustainable material that designers and fabricators love.

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LX Hausys America

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Enhancing Aesthetics and Safety with Rooftop and Ground Screening

This course discusses rooftop and ground screening solutions that meet code requirements while improving building aesthetics, property safety, and security.

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CityScapes Architectural Innovations

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Designing with Metal for the Hardscape

Review key considerations for the proper material, finish, and manufacturing technique to meet the function, aesthetic, and budget of metal designs for hardscape applications.

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Iron Age Designs

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Current Approaches to Sustainable Community Planning, Part 1

Learn the basic issues and principles of sustainable community planning and the tools, techniques, and approaches to this environmentally beneficial planning method.

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