The 12 foot to 20 foot Element fan by Big Ass Fans moves large volumes of air, reducing energy costs and enhancing personal comfort in a variety of education settings, according to the company. Gearless, direct-drive technology and onboard electronics provide quiet operation while eliminating electromagnetic interference.
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Dyson offers the Dyson Airblade, a hand dryer that produces enough air pressure to dry hands without heat. The product features a low-energy, digital motor that generates 400 mph streams of air to wipe water off the front and back of hands in 12 seconds. Air is forced through a HEPA filter to reduce the transmission of bacteria. The motor allows the hand dryer to use up to 80 percent less energy than warm-air hand dryers, according to the manufacturer. The product is certified by NSF International.
The EnergyPeak system developed by Centria Services Group integrates standing seam metal roofing with solar technology to reduce energy consumption and costs. The system uses photovoltaic laminates that are applied in the factory and arrive at the project site integrated into the roof.
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Arconas Corp. manufactures durable, ergonomically sound and versatile cluster seating. The Fly-Away line delivers full lumbar support, a high backrest and flexible configurations, including straight rows, corners, single rows and back to back. The line’s thick foam seat and back cushioning incorporate soy-based BiOH polyols, replacing a portion of the petroleum ingredients used in conventional Polyurethane foam production.
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The ionator EXP and ionator HOM from Activeion Cleaning Solutions activates and converts tap water into ionized water, and can kill the H1N1 virus and other bacteria. Tests show that the spray-bottle devices kill H1N1 Influenza A virus in about six seconds, according to the company.
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Nearly 170 tons of vinyl wallcovering have been reclaimed and recycled by the Second-Look Recycled Wallcovering program since 2007. The program reclaims vinyl wallcovering of any make, and covers the cost of freight for customers ordering new wallcoverings that want to recycle their old product. New products from the company contain at least 20 percent recycled material.
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Mondo’s Harmoni flooring is antibacterial and antimicrobial due to the vulcanization process used when it is manufactured. The product can help contribute to LEED points and meets California indoor air quality requirements. It offers ease of maintenance with a nonporous surface that does not require stripping or waxing and is stain resistant. The product is available in 28 colors in either 3-mm or 4-mm thickness.
Carlisle-Syntec Inc. offers the Roof Garden System featuring Weston Solutions Inc.’s GreenGrid, a modular green roof system. The system is an alternative to built-in green roof systems. It is composed of a series of preplanted modules made of recycled plastics.
Colbond Inc. introduces EnkaRetain and Drain, a sustainable roof product that absorbs and retains water so plant roots have a continuous source of moisture while allowing excess water to filter through and drain.
