Fastlane Leads the Optical Turnstile Industry According to Research Firm

February 25, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Fastlane Leads the Optical Turnstile Industry According to Research Firm

Smarter Security Systems, provider of intelligent entrance control and outdoor security solutions, announced today that a recent study by IMS Research revealed that Fastlane® is now the leading brand of barrier optical turnstiles (known as “speedgates”) in the western hemisphere. The biennial report by IMS Research, entitled “The Americas Market for Entrance Control Equipment,” shows Fastlane more than doubling its market share in... 

Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

February 17, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial folding glass walls; greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; tilting, sliding, and stacking glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; completes several sports venue folding glass wall projects across the country. Solar Innovations® folding glass wall systems are commonly incorporated into retail, restaurant, and hospitality projects, creating flexible commercial space. The... 

Universal Introduces New Deckorators Integrated Aluminum Railing System

January 30, 2010 Filed Under: Construction
Universal Introduces New Deckorators Integrated Aluminum Railing System

Universal Consumer Products announces the addition of Deckorators® aluminum deck railing to its spring 2010 lineup. Long known as the leader in decorative railing in-fill products, Deckorators now offers a fully integrated railing kit of its own. The sleek, durable top profile creates an eye-catching appearance and is compatible with all Deckorators baluster styles. This innovative new railing system is available in powder-coated black or white... 

Discount Wine Cellars Gets A Make-Over

January 23, 2010 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Discount Wine Cellars Gets A Make-Over

Discount Wine Cellars gets many calls a day from prospective customers who’d like to have an entire wine cellar designed by professionals. Discount Wine Cellars likes to make this process simple for their customers. Customers can simply fax or e-mail a rough sketch of the room that they would like outfitted with wine racks to the Discount Wine Cellars office. Most times they are able to design a beautiful wine storage solution for the customer within... 

Cottage & Lakefront Living Show Opens February 25 in Novi

January 23, 2010 Filed Under: Construction
Cottage & Lakefront Living Show Opens February 25 in Novi

The third annual Cottage & Lakefront Living Show returns to Rock Financial Showplace in Novi Feb. 25 through Sunday, Feb. 28 with information, experts and exhibits for vacation homeowners as well as those in the market to buy, build or rent. Exhibits include log, timber frame and cedar homes, cottage rental, designers, cottage furnishings, lakefront homebuilders and realtors, lakeshore maintenance, boats and docks, outdoor recreational equipment,... 

Jockimo Introduces Anti-slip Glass Flooring and Glass Stair Treads

January 22, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Jockimo Introduces Anti-slip Glass Flooring and Glass Stair Treads

Jockimo Inc. introduces anti-slip glass flooring and glass stair treads that seem to trick nature. Walk across water or air, when it comes to design elements, it is difficult to imagine anything more dramatic than Jockimo’s structural glass floor. Glass flooring allows light to flood into a room creating a sense of space and depth that no other material can offer. A stunning addition to any decor, Jockimo glass flooring provides a beautiful... 

Blinds Chalet Expands Services to Include Drapery Hardware

December 30, 2009 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Blinds Chalet Expands Services to Include Drapery Hardware

Blinds Chalet has expanded their services to include drapery hardware with an eco twist. After fifteen years in business, Blinds Chalet now offers wood, wrought iron and contemporary metal drapery rods, art guild rods, drapery ties, and drapery rings, all made from recycled materials. Balancing style, utility and environmental awareness, Blinds Chalet’s drapery hardware is made from natural products such as recycled metal, ceramics, and glass. The... 

New Glass Mosaic Tiles Manufactured from Recycled Glass

November 25, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
New Glass Mosaic Tiles Manufactured from Recycled Glass

Beauty and environmental responsibility are the hallmark of Granite Transformations’ newest glass mosaic tiles – Cosmic, White Shadow and Unity. The recycled glass used in its manufacture produces a translucent luster that adds beauty and depth to kitchen backsplashes, fireplace surrounds, bathroom vanities or almost any place that needs a splash of color and style. Using every-day recycled bottles and glass containers Granite Transformations... 

Alcoa’s Kawneer Architectural Aluminum Products Enhance Learning in an Environmentally Friendly Way

November 7, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Alcoa's Kawneer Architectural Aluminum Products Enhance Learning in an Environmentally Friendly Way

The Hot Springs Intermediate School, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, may appear to be an everyday, two-story school. But in taking a closer look at the aluminum, glass and brick building it is apparent that there is much more to the building than meets the eye. Sustainability was a key factor in creating the new school. It was important that the Intermediate School incorporate solutions that help provide a healthy, productive learning environment,... 

Innovative Lighting Partnership Highlights Significant Architectural Achievement

November 2, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Innovative Lighting Partnership Highlights Significant Architectural Achievement

It’s brand new. It can be seen from miles around. It’s an architectural landmark that embodies key influences and inspirations from ancient Islamic art and traditions, melded with the artistry and geometries associated with speed, movement and spectacle. Its visual impact is all made possible by leading-edge LED technology. It’s the Yas Hotel, a 500-room, 85, 000-square-meter complex recently completed by Aldar Properties PJSC, Abu Dhabi’s...