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August 19

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Jamsill Guard® Sill Pan Flashing Jamsill Guard® is an adjustable sill pan flashing designed to prevent water damage from window and door leaks. Made from high impact ABS plastic, Jamsill Guard® will not deteriorate or corrode over time. Our multi-piece telescoping design allows on-site adjustability to fit all rough openings and features sloped weep areas to help evacuate moisture to the exterior of the structure. Jamsill Guard® is bonded together on site using PVC cement, creating a one-piece sill pan flashing beneath your door or window. Click here to view our video. LEARN MORE

Cost-effective coatings for smart windows rival industry-standard performance Photonics Media An inexpensive, ultrathin spray-on window coating for blocking heat and conducting electricity could further reduce energy costs for smart windows and heat-repelling glass, making smart window technology more widely accessible. It was developed by a team at RMIT University, which used a process called ultrasonic spray pyrolysis to fabricate smooth, uniform coatings of high optical and electrical quality. READ MORE

An ode to windows and doors — and how advanced they've become Woodworking Network Construction projects, whether residential or commercial, are complex structures that comprise of an amalgamation of several crucial infrastructural elements. These elements, ranging from beams to brick & mortar to other construction products, constitute a major part of a robust construction project. One of the most integral, yet often overlooked elements of a sturdy construction are windows and doors. READ MORE

Transparent solar panels could harvest energy in skyscraper windows Institution of Mechanical Engineers Skyscrapers that act as giant solar power stations have come a step closer after a research team set a new efficiency record for colour-neutral, transparent solar cells. READ MORE

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DoE prepares future energy workforce with three new programmes Smart Energy The US Department of Energy (DoE) has launched three new challenges for building energy efficiency, through its online competition.Developed by building science researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the challenges focus on advanced building construction methods, grid-interactive efficient buildings (GEB), and building energy audits for residential or commercial buildings. READ MORE

‘Grim’ outlook for construction industry post-pandemic 2 GB Master Builders are warning of a bloodbath in the construction industry without more ongoing support and stimulus from the government. CEO Denita Wawn told Jim Wilson while the HomeBuilder scheme supported the residential sector in the short term, the predictions for the state of the industry after the COVID-19 pandemic were dire. READ MORE

3 ways to keep ourselves cool more sustainably World Economic Forum Demand for air-conditioning is rising, but providing the electricity required without boosting carbon emissions will be a huge challenge. Cooling is the new heating. Population growth and rising incomes in countries where cooling is needed are teaming up with climate change to cause shifts in demand. READ MORE

PRODUCT SHOWCASE Top Notch: We Know Service Top Notch Distributors is your one-stop-shop for door hardware, whether it be residential, commercial, or electronic access control. Since 1975, Top Notch has been the leading provider of architectural door hardware products to dealers throughout the U.S. Top Notch exceeds customers’ expectations with integrity, knowledge, and the drive to provide the best service. Click here to learn more! LEARN MORE

City Council may extend deadline for construction safety training The Real Deal With just 17 days before the deadline, the City Council is considering giving construction workers more time to meet new safety training requirements. The Committee on Housing and Buildings on Tuesday will discuss a bill that would push the deadline from Sept. 1 to March 1, 2021. By then, workers must log a total of 40 hours of training. READ MORE

Construction industry continues building with a new view on safety and contracts Commercial Observer As we approach the three-month milestone since the official restart of construction in NYC, it is an appropriate time to observe how the construction industry has responded to the required workplace health changes and what contract changes may need to be addressed in the future. READ MORE

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