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The Double Duty of Foam Plastic Insulation: Building Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization

The Double Duty of Foam Plastic Insulation: Building Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization

Foam plastic insulation boosts building efficiency and lowers carbon impacts by cutting energy demand, reducing emissions, and supporting resilient, sustainable design.

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Enhancing the Built Environment with Architectural Metal Fabric

Enhancing the Built Environment with Architectural Metal Fabric

Create graphic screens with metal fabrics that provide solar management, safety, and security with lighting, color, and digital display technology.

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Snow Management Systems: Form Follows Function

Snow Management Systems: Form Follows Function

Explore different snow guard styles and how each contributes to snow retention. Review installation techniques and identify layout designs that maximize occupant safety.

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Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Bollards are an essential tool to protect lives and property. Examine the difference between unrated and crash-rated bollards, and review the specific security concerns they address.

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Low-Carbon Concrete and Project-Level Carbon Budgets

Low-Carbon Concrete and Project-Level Carbon Budgets

Explore how concrete mix design, benchmark tools, EPDs, specifications, structural design strategies, and project-level carbon budgets can be used to meet carbon-reduction targets.

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Specifying the Correct Floor for Dance and Performing Arts

Specifying the Correct Floor for Dance and Performing Arts

This course explores the advantages of using sprung floors in performance venues, offering a safer surface for dancers than hard sports and multipurpose floors.

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Acoustics in Learning Environments

Acoustics in Learning Environments

Undesirable acoustics adversely affect learning processes. This course presents solutions that create synergy between architectural design and the classroom environment.

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Designing for Water Conservation: Water‑Efficient Plumbing Solutions

Designing for Water Conservation: Water‑Efficient Plumbing Solutions

Water is a valuable resource. Explore plumbing fixtures, technologies, and management tools that support compliance with stringent water-efficiency requirements.

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Advanced Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Systems: Design and Performance

Advanced Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Systems: Design and Performance

Searching for a wall system that combines strength and insulation? Discover how ICF systems support energy efficiency and simplify construction.

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A Planning Guide for Accessible Restrooms: Version 2.6

A Planning Guide for Accessible Restrooms: Version 2.6

Restroom facilities should be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. Discover the tools needed to plan accessible restrooms to meet ADA requirements and other standards.

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Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

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Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

Examine high-strength powder-coated aluminum railings from code considerations to installation.

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 Feeney Inc.

Designing for Durability and Performance: A Guide to Single-Skin Metal Roofing Systems

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Designing for Durability and Performance: A Guide to Single-Skin Metal Roofing Systems

Low-slope, steep-slope, or retrofit conditions each demand different solutions. Explore how roof system selection responds to project constraints.

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 Berridge Manufacturing Company

Social Justice in Architectural Practice: Housing as a Foundation for Equity and Growth

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Social Justice in Architectural Practice: Housing as a Foundation for Equity and Growth

Can building professionals create real social impact? Explore private sector solutions for affordable housing such as upgrading old housing stock and creating new housing forms.

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 AEC Daily

Window and Door Security Solutions: Forced Entry, Storm, Blast, and Ballistic Protection

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Window and Door Security Solutions: Forced Entry, Storm, Blast, and Ballistic Protection

Can existing windows and doors stand up to modern threats? Learn how to reinforce vulnerable systems using retrofit and replacement strategies that boost protection.

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 Invisicade

Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

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Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a fundamental building material but it has water-related design challenges. Examine the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing.

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 Hycrete, Inc.

Equipment Attachment Solutions for Standing Seam Metal Roofs

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Equipment Attachment Solutions for Standing Seam Metal Roofs

The seam in standing seam metal roofing provides an anchorage point for mounting equipment. Explore nonpenetrating seam clamps used with snow retention and solar panel systems.

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 AceClamp by PMC Industries, Inc.

Section 07 05 49 - Thermal Break Plates and Blocks

Specification

Section 07 05 49 - Thermal Break Plates and Blocks

Guide specification for Fabreeka thermal break plates and blocks — covering the Fabreeka-TIM, Fabreeka-TIM LT, and Fabreeka-TIM RF Series.

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 Fabreeka

Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

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Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

Design professionals can explore the benefits of composite roofing systems, such as their long life cycle, durability, and adaptability for various applications and environments.

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 Westlake Royal Building Products

Design Story: Making Space

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Design Story: Making Space

Guidance for design using a whole-person/whole-process approach that considers the spectrum of human diversity and recognizes culture, ability, age, gender, and health.

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 Decanthropy

Specifying Glazing Systems for Performance & Sustainability

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Specifying Glazing Systems for Performance & Sustainability

Discover storefront and curtain wall system design strategies to elevate building performance, and develop specifications that support efficiency, durability, and visual impact.

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 Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions

Designing Buildings for Heat Resilience & Energy Efficiency

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Designing Buildings for Heat Resilience & Energy Efficiency

Heat is a critical issue impacting many cities and communities. Learn how cool roofs and walls help mitigate heat, reduce cooling demand, and meet various green building goals.

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 Cool Roof Rating Council

Structural Steel: Sustainability & Fireproofing

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Structural Steel: Sustainability & Fireproofing

Looking for a true cradle-to-cradle building framing material? Learn about the environmental and life cycle benefits of prefabricated fireproof steel columns.

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 Fire Trol

Mineral-Based Composite Decking: Innovation and Performance You Can Build On

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Mineral-Based Composite Decking: Innovation and Performance You Can Build On

Explore how mineral-based decking transforms multifamily outdoor spaces—streamlining installs, cutting maintenance, and preventing water damage.

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 DuxxBak Composite Decking

Elevated: The Benefits of Configurable Elevator Interior Systems (CEIS)

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Elevated: The Benefits of Configurable Elevator Interior Systems (CEIS)

This course will discuss design strategies for tailoring elevator interiors to project-specific needs, compares original equipment manufacturer (OEM) elevator interiors, bespoke elevator interiors, and configurable elevator interior systems (CEIS), and examines best practices for specifying CEISs to enhance safety, performance, and visual continuity.

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 Forms+Surfaces

Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control

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Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control

Learn how acoustic doors can meet not only sound control but also fire safety, ADA, security, and green building requirements.

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 AMBICO Limited

Designing with Modular Refrigeration: Trends Shaping the Modern Kitchen

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Designing with Modular Refrigeration: Trends Shaping the Modern Kitchen

Modular appliances are designed for placement at their point of use. This course explores kitchen design trends and the role of modular refrigeration in enhancing efficiency.

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