Solar Panel Coating

Perma-Clean Solar by DryWired is a self-cleaning, anti-static coating for solar panels. The coating prevents dust and other pollutants from contaminating the glass surface, thereby enabling solar panels to maintain performance while also reducing maintenance cycles. Perma-Clean Solar is easily applied and dries in seconds, providing a protective layer that will not alter the appearance of the panel and will increase efficiency by keeping the panels clean. It offers strong hydrophilic properties, and is transparent, weather resistant and has a high degree of hardness.

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High Performing LEDs

Lighting Science will soon offer Series A+ LEDs. Boasting a 97+ CRI, Series A+ LEDs perform brilliantly in any application demanding high color saturation, vivid definition or directional highlights. Series A+ features state-of-the-art color rendering that can be programmed to bring out specific colors in any setting. By using next-generation LEDs, the lamps deliver high color accuracy and efficiency, surpassing any current industry standards. The proprietary integrated power supply was designed to amplify dimming performance and compatibility.

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New San Mateo Jail Debuts

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — San Mateo County’s new $165 million jail facility, the Maple Street Correctional Facility, is now open for business. County officials, including Sheriff Greg Munks, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 2, and the first inmates were transferred on March 19.

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Biola University Breaks Ground on New Science Building

LA MIRADA, Calif. — Construction broke ground on the new 91,000-square-foot Alton and Lydia Lim Center for Science, Technology and Health at Biola University in La Mirada on March 22. The $45 million, three-story building will serve as a teaching, research and laboratory facility for the university’s School of Science Technology and Health.

Pasadena, Calif.-headquartered C.W. Driver is serving as the construction manager on the project, which is tentatively scheduled for completion in fall 2017. Gensler, with offices in Los Angeles, is the architect.

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Product Sealant

Safecoat MexeSeal is a low-odor, water-based clear sealer used primarily on interior surfaces where durable and long lasting protection is needed. The product is slip and scuff resistant and is suitable for use on porous interior tile where oil and water repellency are ideal. MexeSeal is non-hazardous and non-flammable and can be used in commercial areas that may be chemically sensitive. The product is recommended for use on unpolished marble, limestone, granite, sandstone, slate, fireclay and concrete. The product fights indoor air pollution and seals in outgassing from the substrate.

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