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Building Envelope & Exteriors

buildingSMART alliance Releases NBIMS-US™ Version 3

July 23, 2015

The National Institute of Building Sciences buildingSMART alliance® has released the latest edition of the nation’s consensus-based standard governing building information modeling (BIM). The National BIM Standard-United States® (NBIMS-US™) Version 3 (V3) covers the full life cycle of buildings.

Facility Management

NBIMS-US One Step Closer to Modeling Standard

November 22, 2011

Upon the release, it is expected that other countries will use the NBIMS-US Version 2 as the basis of their national modeling standards.

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Access Control & EAC

Introducing Seos®: The Next Generation of Credential Technology

October 29, 2018

Powered by highly advanced encryption and a software-based infrastructure, Seos secures trusted identities on any form factor and can be extended for applications beyond physical access control. Learn more at hidglobal.com/seos.

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Sustainable Commercial Roofs | Reduce, Recycle & Reimagine Sustainability

February 12, 2018

Duro-Last Roofing Systems offer proven chemistry and decades of sound performance. As the commercial roofing industry’s leader in manufacturing prefabricated PVC roofing systems, Duro-Last produces roofing membranes with a history of providing long-term durability and watertight protection.

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Jelly Bean Playground Rubber Mulch

Safety May 23, 2019

Jelly Bean Rubber Mulch is 100% non-tire playground rubber mulch manufactured from non-toxic, sterile, and latex-free rubber tiles originally produced for schools.

$500,000 Grant Will Help 15 U.S. Communities’ Sustainability Efforts

Environment May 22, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council will use the Bank of America grant to support its LEED for Cities and Communities Program.

PPG Latex Wall and Ceiling Paint

Interiors May 22, 2019

Builder Performance (61 Line) is interior latex wall and ceiling paint available in flat ready-mix colors and tint bases.

Unilever North America HQ Earns LEED Platinum Certification

Environment May 21, 2019

The sustainably-built, energy-efficient Unilever headquarters was also named Commercial LEED Project of the Year by the New Jersey chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council.

Elevator Safety: The Rule Of Three

Safety May 20, 2019

NEII illustrates how building transportation codes and standards provide the necessary foundation for safety and innovation, enabling modern cities to reach new heights.

In Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory And Botanical Gardens Hosts “Big Green Block Party”

Environment May 17, 2019

The adaptive reuse of an on-site public works garage facility at Phipps is aimed at achieving three rigorous green building standard certifications.

Site Selection

Business Facilities – Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions

Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee May 22, 2019
The Canadian auto supplier will invest $10 million in Lawrenceburg, TN: the location was selected for its proximity to OEMs. - Read: Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
New Mexico: Development As A Recreational Activity May 22, 2019
New Mexico is moving to create a new Division of Outdoor Recreation, a unit the governor says will boost economic development. - Read: New Mexico: Development As A Recreational Activity at BusinessFacilities.com.
Medacta USA To Create Over 50 Jobs At New Tennessee HQ May 21, 2019
The orthopedic and medical device maker will invest $2.5 million to relocate its U.S. headquarters from Chicago to Franklin, TN. - Read: Medacta USA To Create Over 50 Jobs At New Tennessee HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.

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