Products

A powerful take on modern lighting design, DRS and Associates introduced the Tantrum LED, which enhances any project with its bold, sculptural style. Comprised of flat, soft-edged squares in a cascading configuration, Tantrum is available in two unique finishes: white with stainless accents and bronze with brass accents. At its core is a high-powered LED light engine enhanced by an opal diffuser and dimmable with incandescent dimmers. Tantrum is handcrafted from aluminum and is available in four pendant sizes as well as an LED wall sconce.

Energy Systems Technologies recently received the inaugural Top New Product award in April at the 2014 Niagara Summit in Las Vegas hosted by Tridium Inc. for its energy-saving Plug-IT device. The Plug-IT allows companies to measure and control energy usage 24 hours a day, reducing consumption and costs. Companies can use their existing Wi-Fi network to operate Plug-IT, a wireless smart plug with a programmable on/off schedule.

PPG Industries now offers Optigray glass, an ultra-neutral, warm-light-gray glass designed to maximize light transmittance and clarity and to work with Solarban-coated, solar-control and low-emissivity (low-e) glasses to enhance solar control performance. The glass offers an extremely light gray tint that eliminates the green naturally present in conventional clear glass formulations. The glass is designed to function as a substrate for solar-control and low-e coatings, such as those on Solarban 60, Solarban 70XL, Solarban 67 and Solarban R100 glasses.

Made in the USA and sustainably sourced from post-industrial revolution barns, factories and mills, GreenClaimed reclaimed solid oak flooring retains unique characteristics only made possible by its previous life of service in America’s heartlands. Knots, cracks, saw marks and nail holes show the history of the wood and allude to decades of laboring hands that worked with each plank. All-natural oil finishes penetrate the wood and effectively strengthen and protect the floor while revealing and complementing, rather than covering, the natural grain and patina.

MaxLite has added 12- and 20-watt models to its LED Post Top Retrofit Lamp product line, an energy-efficient choice for replacing traditional high pressure sodium and metal halide sources in post top fixtures. The LED Post Top Retrofit Lamps are designed with a smaller size and shape for installation in enclosed luminaires, such as acorn, globe and bollard fixtures, with universal burn positions.

Phifer’s SheerWeave Style 4000 Series Fabrics, now made with Dow Ecolibrium Bio-based Plasticizers, combine the durability of vinyl-coated polyester with the latest in green vinyl technology. The unique green technology is exclusive to Phifer for the window treatment industry. Dow Ecolibrium Plasticizers are made from 98 percent renewable feedstock and offers a phthalate-free alternative to shades constructed with traditional petroleum-based plasticizers.

The FS-300 Adjustable Humidity and Condensation Fan Control with integrated QUE moisture prediction software senses when condensation is present and automatically turns the fan on to dispel moisture, which can otherwise cause mold and mildew, and turns the fan off when dry. Mold in places that are often damp (such as bathrooms) can potentially cause health problems, according to the EPA, because they produce allergens, irritants and in some cases, potentially toxic substances.

SageGlass is a sustainable glazing solution that saves energy, money and the environment. This electronically tintable glass modulates light, heat gain and glare, and works well in almost all educational environments and facilities. Rather than using conventional sun controls such as window shades, blinds or louvers, SageGlass enhances occupant comfort and enables unobstructed views to the outdoors. By regulating solar heat gain, it also conserves energy and reduces the capacity requirements of HVAC systems, in turn saving institutions on lighting and air conditioning costs.

Designed by ThinkEco Inc., the SmartAC system is a more intelligent way to stay cool in the classroom. This innovative, easy-to-use product allows users to set a personalized schedule to automatically turn A/C units on and off to conserve energy. The system also remote senses the room temperature and adjusts accordingly to avoid over-cooling and over-spending. It can be operated via ThinkEco software or via a smartphone application, making it accessible anywhere.

Windowfarms systems are a great way to bring hands-on science education to students and create a cleaner, healthier and more vibrant learning environment. With these vertical indoor garden systems, students can closely observe the growth process and harvest their own produce. These easy-to-install-and-operate systems use an innovative bioponic approach, which combines the advantages of hydroponic liquid nutrient feeding with organic or sustainable natural inputs and root system ecology.