January 16, 2013

Furthering commitment to environmental efficiency, Metal Sales introduces a new photovoltaic panel program by adding the Solar Flare crystalline panels and Solar Flex thin film panels to its line of sustainable products. While metal roofing works well for PV systems because of its low maintenance and high energy-efficiency, both materials are built to last, ensuring a sturdy platform for durable PV systems, according to the company. Metal roof surfaces also facilitate penetration-free attachment of the system and its auxiliary components, leaving the roof protected.

The second generation Indy Multi-Head LED Luminaires from Juno Lighting still provides the same popular features as the first, while also offering a 2000 lumen package, improved efficiency and enhanced aesthetics through LED array and reflector design. Available in two designs, including Multi-Spot and Designer Cove, the fixtures feature one, two or three fully adjustable LED luminaire heads that recess into the ceiling to prevent cluttering.

The Crystal Shield System from Diversey is a unique floor care program for concrete, terrazzo and other stone surfaces that eliminates chemical stripping and reduces maintenance frequency. With its TASKI Twister diamond-impregnated pads, chemical protector and maintainer, and the TASKI ErgoDisc 2000 Cord Electric Burnisher, the system extends the life of floors by protecting them from scratches, abrasions and stains, according to the company.

The Kimball Office Definition casegoods line offers private and transitional office solutions that meet user demands for storage and technology space. Definition’s angled extension top creates a cockpit for up to three guests, ideal for meetings, while additional tops, legs and panels are available to build functional walls between workspaces. The line is also designed to support wired technology with new grommets that sit flush to the surface, and hinged modesty panels to help manage and hide cabling.

CertainTeed is boosting the sustainability of its Ecophon acoustical fiberglass ceiling panels with the addition of 3RD technology, a fiberglass manufacturing method that combines high-recycled content with a renewable plant-based binding agent, for a greener effect. Made with 70 percent post-consumer recycled content, the panels provide healthy indoor environments with their low VOC while also delivering sound absorption quality, according to the company.