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Over the past year, I’ve met with school districts from across the country. I continue to find that the challenges these districts face are incredibly similar.
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Toilet/Urinal Flush Valve
The FreeHand High-Efficiency flush valve from Moen Inc. uses an infrared sensor to activate a flush cycle when the user is in range. The valves also feature a flow rate of 1.28 gallons per minute, a 20 percent savings over the industry standard of 1.6 gpm. For urinals, the valves use a flow rate of 0.5 gpm, 50 percent less than the industry standard.
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Occupancy Sensors
Leviton’s line of occupancy sensors meets NAFTA requirements and conforms to the provisions of the Buy American Act, which makes it ideal for government installations, according to the company. The sensors feature all-digital, microprocessor circuitry that continually analyzes real-time occupancy patters. Passive-infrared models are available in a variety of mount types and styles.
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Flooring
The Mohawk Group introduces its new generation of 100 percent non-PVC thermoplastic contract modular carpeting. The patent-pending Encycle modular carpet backing system is designed with three thermoplastic layers and zero water-based components, enabling it to be completely recycled back into new Encycle backing through thermal re-activation without separating face fibers from backing layers.
Tintable Glass
Sage Electrochromics Inc. manufactures electronically tintable glass products designed help reduce energy bills by controlling solar heat gain and increase worker productivity by allowing additional daylighting, minimizing glare, and enhancing occupant comfort. The company’s products have been integrated into a variety of buildings, including commercial facilities and schools.
Carbon-Neutral Carpeting
The Ghost Artist carpet line from Milliken draws inspirations from architectural designs that use grid overlays, curvilinear components and geometry to create striking changes to boxy profiles. The carbon-neutral product comes with an optional bio-based backing and adhesive-free installation to prevent off-gassing. It also meets several environmental certification standards.
Sunshades
Wausau Window and Wall Systems manufacturers Clear Story sunshades and interior light shelves. The company’s sunshades intercept unwanted solar heat gain before it can impact a building’s HVAC systems. They can also economize natural light by redirecting it inside the building. Products may be specified with high-recycled content.
EDC unveils plan for green R.I. economy
WARWICK – A state working group is calling for pumping millions into developing a green economy, imposing stricter building codes for energy efficiency, aiming to make Quonset a hub for the wind farm industry and developing a center for excellence in green manufacturing.