Products
Water Cistern Pump
Franklin Electric Company Inc. announced the release of the C1 Series stainless steel submersible cistern pump, designed for use in gray water/filtered effluent service applications. The cistern pump is constructed from a 304 stainless steel motor and outer shell with engineered polymer hydraulics providing superior corrosion resistance and abrasive handling, according to the company.
Noise-Reducing Ceiling
Armstrong World Industries is currently offering a number of ceiling options that will gain LEED points in the new version of LEED. With the launch of the new LEED v4, buildings can attain two points for acoustic performance in the Indoor Environmental Quality section of the Interior Design and Construction rating system and one point in the Building Design and Construction system.
Bottle Filler
The GreenWay Bottle Filler is a stainless steel, sensor-activated unit with a sanitary non-touch recessed spout. This unit features a water filter and no electricity is required. The model number 10125 SMSS has been specified for high traffic exercise trails and most recently high schools with strong track programs.
Foam Insulation
Owens Corning’s Foamular Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Insulation became the first rigid foam insulation in North America to undergo an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). The EPD, which describes the environmental impact of a product from cradle-to-grave, was published in order to continue the Owens Corning’s commitment to product transparency and sustainability, according to the company.
Tube Lamp
Royal Phillips announced the introduction of their new InstantFit LED T8 tube lamp. The new lighting solution will reduce the cost for facility managers replacing fluorescent tube lighting with energy-efficient LED technology, according to the company. Installers can replace fluorescent tubes within seconds, as the InstantFit T8 is compatible with most fluorescent fixtures using electronic instant start ballasts without rewiring. This results in less disruption and cost.
Wool Insulation
Building product manufacturer Johns Manville (JM) added a new line of commercial and residential mineral wool to its full spectrum of insulation products. The mineral wool, which has a high melting point in excess of 2,000 degrees, can help delay fire spread, create quieter buildings, increase privacy between rooms and reduce heating and cooling costs by keeping structures warm in winter and cool in summer, according to the company. The mineral wool is made from inorganic fibers using an advanced manufacturing process. The products are dense, durable and can be easily cut.
Cooling System
Netherlands-based data center manufacturer Minkels introduced two new water-based cooling systems specifically for data centers. The Varicondition H2O-316 and the Varicondition H2O-650 water-based cooling units can be placed between data center racks. While the H2O-316 is an ideal cooling solution for companies decentralized server rooms, the H2O-650 is well suited for cooling high-density application in commercial data centers.
Solar Solutions
Draper Inc., a manufacturer of window coverings, introduced a new line of solar solutions at Greenbuild 2013. The new line includes venetian blinds for exterior, interior and double façade applications; rack arm louvers; tensioned fabric systems; stainless steel roller shades and shutters; and custom solutions designed to best utilize daylight while controlling heat and glare. The new product line has garnered support from industry veterans such as Frits Nijs, founder of Nysan Shading Systems, and Richard Wilson, former director of sales with Nysan.
Solar Heater
Dunster House Ltd. has introduced the wall-mounted Solar Air Heater. Providing heating and ventilation, the eco-friendly Solar Air Heater can warm external air and bring positive air pressure into a building to help reduce costs, humidity and absorb moisture, according to the company. The heater can be retrofitted to a building’s exterior wall and can help reduce carbon emissions in a variety of commercial or domestic buildings.

