STEELCASE, a global design, research, and thought leader in the world of work, and Logitech, a multinational software-enabled hardware solutions provider, introduce Ocular™ View—an extended reality experience that immerses people in virtual conversations making them feel like they’re sitting across from one another, even when they’re miles apart. Ocular View is designed to enhance individual connections by integrating Steelcase hybrid collaboration insights and design with Logitech’s video collaboration technology and supporting software like Microsoft Teams and Zoom for people to meet with colleagues virtually in a more personal way. These digital and physical elements work together to provide a space that helps achieve increased personal well-being, social connection, and privacy. For more information on Steelcase, contact https://www.steelcase.com/. For additional information on Logitech, visit www.logitech.com.
DMF LIGHTING, an architectural lighting manufacturer of premium modular LED downlighting systems, continues to expand its hospitality, educational, and multifamily portfolio with the introduction of the A Series—a sleek, ADA-compliant illuminated room sign offering complete customization, including the choice of orientation, text alignment, and faceplate color. Specifically tailored for educational applications including student housing, classrooms, and other mix-use spaces, the modular design features an integrated driver—versus remote—allowing for straightforward installation and simplified serviceability. The modularity of the signage allows the frame and electrical components to ship separately so that the frame and components can be installed first and the faceplate later, reducing on-site storage requirements while maintaining tight project deadlines. Featuring a thin design with only a ½-inch depth, the surface-mount A Series rectangle sign is 7–1/4 inches by 4–1/2 inches and can be mounted in either Landscape or Portrait orientation. Text alignment can be positioned in any of the four upper/lower corners. Text is elegantly illuminated through a clear, diffused lens with current font choices of traditional Helvetica or modern Proxima Nova. The standard faceplate color is black, but designers can choose any custom color (RAL) to compliant their project’s décor. For additional information, contact DMF Lighting at www.dmflighting.com.
WHITNEY BROTHERS introduced a new line of indoor seats and benches designed to simulate a stone wall in an outdoor setting—a novel application of biophilic design intended to engage learners. The six-piece line of seating encompasses a single seat and bench in a range of 10-, 12- and 14-inch seat heights. Each piece features photorealistic images of a stone wall in a natural setting that draws attention and fundamentally changes how the space is engaged. The moss, lichen, delicate flowers, climbing vines, and insects add rich visual interest that tells a story about the stone wall and brings to life its supporting role in nature. Scientific studies support that biophilic design helps to reduce stress, enhance creativity, focus clarity of thought, and improve well-being—benefits that can foster a deep connection to learning and set a positive trajectory for future learning outcomes. For complete information on Whitney Brothers products, visit www.whitneybros.com.
Rmax®, a Sika Corporation division specializing in developing and producing high-quality insulation solutions, has launched Rmax® Below Grade. This insulation solution provides superior insulation and protection to below-grade foundation applications while meeting energy code requirements. Renowned for its high thermal resistance, polyiso insulation is historically a popular choice for exterior continuous wall and roofing applications, enhancing the energy efficiency of buildings by effectively insulating against heat transfer. Rmax has now tailored polyiso for below-grade applications by incorporating a durable water-resistant facer onto the closed-cell foam core, ensuring the optimal solution for below-grade applications. An additional advantage of the Rmax Below Grade is its positive environmental impact, which requires 25 percent less material, fewer truckloads, and less floor space per square foot of inventory compared to other below-grade insulation options. To learn more, contact Rmax® at www.rmax.com.
STANLEY ACCESS TECHNOLOGIES, a division of Allegion, is launching enhanced Dura-Storm door products. Designed to increase the structural resilience of commercial and public buildings, the new and expanded line of Dura-Storm sliding automatic entrance doors provides the utmost protection against windborne debris and hurricane-force wind loads. Key Features of the new Dura-Storm doors include
Code-Driven Compliance: The updated Dura-Storm products meet and exceed industry standards, offering options for diverse building regulations, ensuring peace of mind.
Expanded Versatility: The enhanced product is available in additional sizes and configurations. STANLEY doors now safeguard a wider range of facilities, including more solutions for “Essential Facilities” to help provide safety for even more people.
Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Utilizing code-driven materials, including laminated-insulated glass, the doors offer superior energy efficiency over existing laminated glass doors, contributing to sustainability and cost savings. All effective natural disaster response plans start with understanding and preparation.
For more details contact Stanley Access Technology by visiting www.allegion.com.
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES architectural products provide solutions that balance both performance and aesthetics. But new capabilities in digital printing have elevated the global building product manufacturer’s façade solutions to a new level of visual impact. Introducing Façades by Design™. This highly customizable innovation allows the application of imagery onto any flat surface, including perforated sheets, linear sun controls, and louvers, as well as custom profiles and extrusions. Architects and designers can consider incorporating photography, graphics, patterns, and color into their design planning, using these elements to support any kind of branding and even serve as signage or wayfinding. The powder-coated images are backed by a 10-year warranty, are scratch- and fade-resistant, and AAMA 2604 compliant. From a sustainability standpoint, the graphics are printed on material with recycled content, and the factory-applied powder-coated finish is a low- to no-VOC coating. CS also offers the benefit of single-source responsibility. In addition to design, CS provides a fully engineered system with attachments back to the building. Technical support is also included through a dedicated project manager who will walk the customer through the design process, from material selection to final image and layout approval. More information can be obtained by visiting Construction Specialties at www.c-sgroup.com.
KIREI is pleased to announce the Breeze Cloud, Cypher Panel, and Contour Tile, part of the Hyper Sonic Collection from Carnegie Acoustic Solutions. These three new products offer sophisticated design elements for both walls and ceilings to make a statement and add movement while diffusing excess sound. The collection minimizes waste while maximizing visual intrigue, inspiring designers to enhance any space with exceptional acoustics. Kirei’s Hyper Rhythm collection is available in over 35 through-panel PET colors and can also be custom-printed with Kirei Ink, an in-house printing service offering remarkably realistic quality. Designers can seamlessly blend the natural beauty of botanicals with subtle or striking stonework from more than 50 prints across Kirei Ink’s four collections or print any custom color, pattern, graphic, or material onto the products. Kirei products are all made from 60 percent recycled post-consumer plastics so designers can be sure that every product they specify diverts plastic bottles from the waste stream. All of the products meet or exceed CDPH standards for VOCs, and are Red List Free and Declare Label qualified/certified. They are inherently Class A fire-rated, carry an HPD and EPD, and qualify for LEED and WELL building credits. To learn more, visit the Kirei by visiting www.kireiusa.com.
MILWAUKEE TOOL delivers the M18 FUEL™ Overhead Rotary Hammer with Integrated Dust Extraction optimized for ceiling drilling. Delivering the lightest weight and minimizing fatigue during use, the two-in-one design ensures easy dust compliance and enables the fastest drilling for small ceiling anchors. Providing superior ergonomics, the M18 FUEL™ Overhead Rotary Hammer with Integrated Dust Extraction is designed to enhance productivity and comfort during repetitive overhead drilling applications. The built-in dust extractor creates a compact, lightweight tool with optimized balance for less fatigue while offering simplified dust compliance. The new ergonomic side handle, now located near the rear handle, allows for better body posture during application. For improved versatility this handle can be inserted on the left or the right of the tool and collapsed for easy storage. This rotary hammer minimizes vibration for maximum comfort when equipped with an Anti-Vibration system (AVS). For more details, visit Milwaukee Tool at www.milwaukeetool.com.
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