Category: Vendor News
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Contracts and Controls Help Higher Ed Face Construction Disruption
Across industries, construction is facing a multitude of changes and challenges, including labor constraints, rising materials costs, and data security concerns. These consistent construction challenges in the higher education industry specifically have left universities and colleges with elevated levels of uncertainty. In an industry that highly values the development and maintenance of world-class facilities, higher…
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Daylighting Design Boosts Fitness Spaces at Record Use
Using UniQuad® polycarbonate wall systems to tie in school district colors, Purple hues and a unique design element help the new Cal Community Center shine Written by Neall Digert, Ph.D., MIES, vice president of Innovation and Market Development at Kingspan Light + Air BACKGROUND: Advancing its mission to cultivate a better community through a commitment…
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Daylighting Design Boosts Fitness Spaces at Record Use
Using UniQuad® polycarbonate wall systems to tie in school district colors, Purple hues and a unique design element help the new Cal Community Center shine Written by Neall Digert, Ph.D., MIES, vice president of Innovation and Market Development at Kingspan Light + Air BACKGROUND: Advancing its mission to cultivate a better community through a commitment…
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Nationwide Philanthropy Launches with Nonprofit Truck
Helix Electric, a leading electrical contracting company, kicks off “40 Years with 40 Philanthropy Events” with the donation of a Ford F150 XL truck to a San Diego nonprofit. The surprise donation to Third Avenue Charitable Organization (TACO) took place during Helix Electric’s 40th anniversary celebration on November 18 at the company’s San Diego headquarters. The event…
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Boys & Girls Clubs Launch $13.2M Woodlands Center Renovation
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Joined by a total of 150 local dignitaries, community leaders, and supporters, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs (BGCNWS) celebrated the launch of the Woodlands Impact Center renovation during its Wall Breaking Ceremony. Slated for completion in late summer 2026, the 40,000-square-foot center will serve as a transformative space designed for 550 middle…
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The Role of Professional Tree Services in Site Safety
Before construction ever starts, there’s a moment where a site looks quiet and unchanged. No equipment running. No materials delivered. Just land that seems ready. That’s usually when people assume the hard part hasn’t begun yet. In reality, this is where a lot of problems either get solved or quietly created. Trees are often the…
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Product Design Truths They Don’t Teach in Design School/title
The Day We Redesigned Something That Wasn’t Broken CEO walked in with screenshots from a competitor. “Our app looks old. We need to modernize.” Translation: they saw something shiny and assumed shiny equals better. We tried explaining that their current design worked well—users could navigate efficiently, complete tasks quickly, find features easily. Didn’t matter. Perception…
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Beyond Paint: Leveraging Venetian Plaster to Reduce Total Cost
For commercial property owners, architects, and construction managers dedicated to high-level projects such as luxury hospitality, premium corporate buildings, or exclusive retail spaces—the choice of wall finish is a critical balance between aesthetics, durability, and ultimately, the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). While commercial acrylic paint remains the default solution, its inherently short life cycle…
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The Future of Green Energy in UK Homes and Businesses
As the world continues to grapple with the effects of climate change, the shift towards green energy is becoming increasingly important. In the UK, renewable energy sources such as solar power are playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of homes and businesses. The transition to cleaner energy not only helps reduce the nation’s…
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Boosting Crop Yields With Advanced Irrigation Technology
Looking to produce more crops while using less water? Modern irrigation is a game-changer for growers and famers. The days of flood and pray irrigation are long past. Smart watering systems are helping agricultural producers reach record yields while preserving our water supplies. Here’s the deal… Irrigation equipment has become one of the most impactful…