Technology and Trends in Sustainable Tropical Hardwoods

Explore species specification, installation, and finishing methods for tropical hardwoods in conventional and sustainable buildings.

Decorative Beams, Panels, Truss Systems, Mantels, and Column Covers

Decorative elements and faux products are easy to install, lightweight, durable, and cost effective. In this course, we delve deeper into their characteristics and best uses.

Resin-Based Coatings for Metal

Discover the important role resin plays in a coating's durability and performance. Explore how these coatings contribute to cool roofs and reduce energy use.

Commercial Sectional Door Systems

The right closure for large openings is secure, energy efficient, durable, resists wind loads, and meets fire codes. Explore your design options in commercial closure systems.

Commercial Planters: Selection Considerations & Material Options

There are many reasons to include commercial planters as part of a comprehensive design strategy. Learn about the selection considerations for indoor and outdoor spaces.

Acetylated Wood: Discover the Difference for Siding, Decking, and More

Discover the applications, features, and benefits of acetylated wood, a nontoxic product with a lower environmental impact than many other construction materials.

High-Performance Doors: Increasing Safety, Energy Savings, & Productivity for Food, Beverage, & Cold Storage Facilities

High-speed, high-cycle doors provide speed, safety, separation, and security. Learn about the types, specification criteria, technologies, and functions in different environments.

Let There Be Light: Specifying High Performance Skylights

This presentation provides insights into using skylights for energy efficiency, natural lighting, and indoor comfort across various climate zones.

Fiberglass Composite Panels: Complete Protection Against Ballistic Threat

Gun violence is a reality and architectural armoring is a need. Explore ballistic materials, applications, testing and standards, and designing for ballistic threat.

Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

Concrete is porous and susceptible to deterioration. Learn how crystalline waterproofing technology can increase the durability and sustainability of concrete.

The History & Benefits of Thermoplastic Single-Ply Roofing Systems

Your choice of roofing membrane will impact energy savings and urban heat island effect. Compare the attributes and benefits of PVC, KEE, and TPO single-ply roofing membranes.

Designing with Architectural Precast Concrete: Innovative Solutions That Transform Creative Designs into Elegant Structures

What are the four types of architectural precast concrete? Learn about each type's composition, function, specification, and applications to find the best solution.