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February 2, 2009 Vol. 6 No. 2

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Daylighting Benefits Students…and the Bottom Line


Guardian 275 Translucent Daylighting Panels from Major Industries allow natural light to illuminate interiors while eliminating unwanted glare and hot spots. Guardian 275 systems are a lightweight and energy-saving alternative to traditional glass skylights and curtainwall, and are a cost-effective choice for both new and retrofit applications. For more information, call (888)759-2678, or visit the website.

www.majorskylights.com




TEXT Gets the Message


GREENGUARD-certified TEXT tables for technology-based classrooms combine proven Virco construction with elliptical legs, swooping yokes and arched feet for exceptional elegance. Designed by the award-winning team of Peter Glass and Bob Mills, TEXT effectively balances price, performance and style. When technology-ready table solutions are needed, TEXT gets the message.

www.virco.com




Perform With Antron Carpet Fiber


Antron carpet fiber is the most recognized brand of commercial carpet fiber. In addition to its advanced soil resistance, stain resistance and exclusive fiber technology, Antron carpet fiber is third-party certified as an environmentally preferable product. For more information on Antron carpet fiber, please call (877)5ANTRON, or visit the website.

www.antron.net




SAFLOK MT


SAFLOK presents the one-card solution for complete stand-alone, campus-wide access control. Through the use of smart-card technology, a single keycard can be used to gain access into multiple rooms across campus, as student identification and as an electronic purse. SAFLOK MT is tamper-resistant and features optional mechanical key override.

www.kabamultihousing.com




Sloan High-Efficiency Urinals Utilize Only a Pint of Water


Sloan Valve Company’s High-Efficiency Urinal systems (HEUs) combine a vitreous china fixture with a Flushometer that utilizes as little as a pint of water to flush. Choose from sensor-operated and manual Flushometer models. HEUs provide effective flushing while reducing water consumption by as much as 88 percent.

www.waterefficiency.com




Window Replacements Can Improve Learning


Kalwall Window Replacement Systems are the most highly insulating, diffuse-light-transmitting, structural translucent windows, providing the best quality of usable natural light. Controlled daylighting in schools can contribute to higher grades, improved attendance and lower disruptive student behavior. Daylight Modeling Service is available to predict and authenticate daylighting design goals.

www.kalwall.com




Barrier-Free, Vandal-Resistant, Wall-Mounted Water Cooler


Bullet-proof, barrier-free and attractive too. The A111408B-FG-VR by Acorn Aqua is constructed from heavy-duty 14-gauge stainless steel. Enhanced vandal-resistant features include a forged-polished chrome bubbler, flush-mounted brass button, louvers with welded screens, and vandal-resistant hardware. Meets all adult and child ADA access requirements.

www.acornaqua.com




True Web-based Access Control—the Smarter Choice


Brivo offers electronic access-control systems for schools and campuses regardless of size. Brivo’s innovative communications options permit remote, multi-site management—anywhere, anytime. All with no software, no servers, and no hassles. An existing computer with any standard Web browser is all that is needed. For more information, call (866)692-7486 and choose option 1, or visit the website.

www.brivo.com




Space Plus LLC, Environmentally Friendly, Interior Sliding Door Solutions


Space Plus LLC’s interior sliding door solutions include either 5 millimeter-thick tempered or 7 millimeter-thick laminated glass. Easy-to-install applications include office enclosures, privacy walls and room dividers. The patented features include a safety clamp on the bottom of each panel that secures into the groove of the bottom track to ensure the panel will not leave the tracks. The tracks meet ADA requirements and can be recessed.

www.spaceplusllc.com




The New Industry Standard, Three Times Faster Hand Dryer


XLERATOR hand dryer by Excel Dryer, the new industry standard, dries hands completely in 10 to 15 seconds and uses 80 percent less energy than conventional dryers. XLERATOR represents a 95 percent cost savings versus paper towels and eliminates their maintenance while improving restroom hygiene. XLERATOR is also GreenSpec-approved and helps qualify for LEED credits.

www.exceldryer.com










Eldorado Stone: The Foundation for Memorable Spaces


Eldorado Stone offers a variety of beautiful, believable and natural-looking stone and brick veneer profiles that can give projects warmth, texture and ageless style. It's affordable, lightweight and easier to install than natural stone. Available nationwide, it comes with a 50-year warranty and now can contribute to LEED certification. Be inspired. Visit Eldorado Stone’s photo gallery at the website below, or call (800)925-1491.

www.eldoradostone.com




Energy-Saving Occupancy Sensors


Watt Stopper’s low-profile occupancy sensors feature 360-degree coverage and utilize passive infrared, ultrasonic and patented dual technology. The sensors mount on ceilings and offer exceptional lighting control in many applications, including classrooms, offices and restrooms. These sensors are part of a complete line of lighting control products, which help education facilities save energy and meet goals for sustainability and energy code compliance.

www.wattstopper.com




CEIA PMD2 Elliptic High-Performance Multi-Zone Metal Detector


The CEIA PMD2 Elliptic Programmable Metal Detector’s advanced technology allows high throughput with the minimum number of nuisance alarms. A display indicates the position of the weapon on the person. The location zones are not fixed, as in metal detectors with multiple receiver-transmitter coils, but are variable and continuous to achieve optimum resolution. The PMD2 Elliptic meets international security standards.

www.ceia-usa.com




Making Classroom Design Fast and Easy


DesignU, a free, easy-to-use design tool at smithsystem.com, can help design a classroom, library or computer lab in minutes. It doesn't require computer skill beyond click-and-dragging. Start with a pre-configured design or from scratch, adding and moving furniture as needed. Try DesignU—the fast, fun way to design.

www.smithsystem.com




See for Yourself; Order a Free Test Kit Today


Sierra Series features Bobrick's Solid Color Reinforced Composite (SCRC), which has been tested against all major toilet partition materials using ASTM standards. Results are overall superior for non-ghosting graffiti removal and scratch-, gouge- and impact-resistance, making them ideal for vandal-prone school restrooms. SCRC has a class B ASTM E84 test interior wall and ceiling finish classification and contributes to LEED certification. Request a free test kit.

www.bobrick.com




Versatile Sweeper Keeps Campus Clean


The RS 501 vacuum sweeper from Advance cuts around tight corners, maneuvers curbs, and traverses sidewalks to easily handle any size debris. Equal parts power and agility, this versatile sweeper tackles outdoor cleaning challenges other sweepers can’t. Visit the website for a free guide on outdoor cleaning and complete product information.

www.advance-us.com




Reach Thousands of People in Minutes With REVERSE 911


Thousands of students across North America are safer because their leaders chose the patented REVERSE 911 Interactive Notification System. Now Code Blue Emergency Telephones are capable of broadcasting REVERSE 911 emergency messages. Get the emergency notification coverage needed, both inside and outside, integrating Code Blue and REVERSE 911.

www.codeblue.com




Need Versatile Room Dividers?


School administrators—do you need versatile, portable, sound-absorbing room dividers that can be moved easily anywhere and be set up in any configuration in seconds? To learn more, or to get a list of happy customers in your area, please visit the Screenflex website.

www.screenflex.com




Bradley Offers 100 Percent Recycled Solid Plastic Lockers


Bradley is pleased to offer Lenox Lockers made of 100 percent post-industrial recycled content. The solid plastic material meets all the same performance requirements as the standard Lenox Lockers—especially standing up to humidity and heavy usage. The 100 percent recycled lockers currently are available in black. For more information, call (800)Bradley, or visit the website.

www.bradleycorp.com




Sanitaire DuraLux Vacuum Combines Power, Versatility for Education Facilities


Part of the Sanitaire green-cleaning line, the Duralux is a powerful twin-motor vacuum designed to handle the complete range of floor-cleaning challenges in schools and universities—with no down time. The Duralux has a sealed HEPA-filtration system to capture 99.97 percent of allergens and pollen down to 0.3 microns. This workhorse is available with and without on-board tools.

www.sanitairecommercial.com





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