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AECinfo BuildingBlog #235 ♦ February 24, 2025 

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Solving Common Planter Problems - Lightweight and Durable Alternative to Clay and Concrete

Heavy materials like clay and concrete have traditionally been used for outdoor planters, but they come with significant challenges. Their weight makes installation and relocation labor-intensive, often requiring machinery and additional workers. Over time, these materials are also prone to cracking and chipping, especially in freezing temperatures or harsh conditions, leading to frequent and costly replacements. Transportation costs are higher due to their heavy weight, and the risk of damage during shipping adds to the overall expense. Furthermore, clay and concrete planters are not very sustainable; they often leave a larger environmental footprint and offer limited recyclability.

Solving Common Planter Problems - Lightweight and Durable Alternative to Clay and Concrete

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High-Performance Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation Solutions

High-Performance Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation Solutions  

Closed-cell spray foam insulation is a high-performance solution for a variety of building needs, offering superior benefits such as air, water, and vapor barriers all in one product. Known for its higher density compared to open-cell foam, it provides a seamless, airtight building envelope that adheres to most surfaces and expands to fill gaps, making it ideal for commercial, residential, institutional, industrial, and agricultural applications.

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Bulletproof Fiberglass: Essential Insights

Fiberglass, in its standard form, is not inherently bulletproof unless it undergoes a specialized fabrication process designed explicitly for ballistic resistance. According to Total Security Solutions (TSS), non-ballistic fiberglass lacks the necessary materials and production methods to withstand gunfire penetration. For those seeking reliable bulletproof protection, it is crucial to procure materials tested to established ballistic standards.

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  Bulletproof Fiberglass: Essential Insights

High-Performance Architectural Concrete Pavers

High-Performance Architectural Concrete Pavers  

As the industry's premier manufacturer of architectural concrete pavers, Wausau Tile offers a diverse selection of options. Customers can choose from a standard color palette or collaborate with the project team to develop a unique color scheme tailored to their specific needs. Employing innovative technologies, Wausau Tile's pavers feature self-spacing lugs that streamline installation, reducing both time and costs.

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How to Improve Room Acoustics and Reduce Noise

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately noticed the echo with harsh sounds reflecting off the walls and felt overwhelmed by the noise? A noisy room is something that we’ve learned to accept. It could be a large open room that echoes or an open-plan living space and kitchen where you can’t have a conversation or watch TV when someone else is cooking and vice-versa. Maybe your home office is in between the kids rooms or borders the neighbors' apartment that’s housed by an aspiring singer and the sound penetrates through the walls.

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  How to Improve Room Acoustics and Reduce Noise

New Ruskin® Data Center Dampers

New Ruskin® Data Center Dampers  

Ruskin® introduces three new commercial damper models designed specifically for data centers: the CD60DC, CD50DC, and TED50DC. These models are engineered to optimize HVAC systems crucial for maintaining optimal conditions in data centers, ensuring high performance and reliability of information technology equipment (ITE).

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Mars Metal: Supporting Aerospace Safety with Industry-Approved Test Weights

Mars Metal provides essential, industry-approved test weights for destructive and in-flight testing in the aerospace sector. These weights help ensure that aircraft designs meet rigorous safety standards before takeoff. Learn more about how Mars Metal supports critical testing for aircraft safety.

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  Mars Metal: Supporting Aerospace Safety with Industry-Approved Test Weights

Choosing the Right Acoustical Rating for Smoke Vents: A Key Consideration for Noise Control and Safety

When it comes to balancing safety and noise control in modern building design, understanding acoustical ratings like STC and OITC is essential. These ratings help architects and designers select the right materials for projects where sound insulation and performance are critical. Acoustical smoke vents, such as the ACDSV model from The BILCO Company, demonstrate how innovation can address both life safety requirements and environmental noise reduction. Dive into our latest article to learn how these ratings impact design decisions and explore a real-world example of their effectiveness in action.

Choosing the Right Acoustical Rating for Smoke Vents: A Key Consideration for Noise Control and Safety

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