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Ezy Jamb Trimless Door Frame
This trimless jamb system wraps the drywall during framing; when then mudded and painted, the frame blends seamlessly into a wall, resulting in a clean finish. Made with 100% recyclable steel, Ezy Jamb has reinforced edges. A collection of complementing hardware is also available. ezyjamb.com circle 110
ThermaShade Sun Shade System with Exposed Anchors
YKK’s new system includes a thermally broken attachment anchor that reduces solar heat gain while maintaining the curtain wall’s U-performance—an option not often found. It is available with two attachment options: concealed fasteners for a clean, integrated look, or exposed fasteners for an industrial aesthetic. ykkap.com circle 112
Kitchen Transition 2.0
This dual-height, sliding window-and-door system features a load- bearing, upper-running carriage that removes the need for a floor track. Each panel opens and operates independently, with additional options including fully open corners, hidden pocketed panels, EPDM weather stripping, and brush seals between panels and frames. nanawall.com circle 114
Entice Entrance System
Balancing aesthetic preferences for visual transparency with code requirements for weather resistance and energy conservation, this system of aluminum extrusions clad in stainless steel offers door-stile widths as thin as 1⅛" and depths as shallow as 2½". Entice is suitable for use with glass doors, entry walls, sidelights, and transoms and has the ability to support handle hardware on 1" thick insulating glass. It comes in four models and a variety of finishes. crl-arch.com circle 111
Dayliter Shading
This unique interior system comprises operable fabric lightshelves that bounce sunlight onto the ceiling and deep into the room, even when the main shades are closed, and integral roller shades with torsion drive and optional motorization. The pairing’s effect is to reduce glare and luminance ratios, as well as heat and energy consumed. Sizes range up to 91" long x 21" deep, with options including linked lightshelf assemblies and a selection of textiles. indoor-sky.com circle 113
5500 MRL
With its lightweight suspension traction media delivering a smoother and more vibration-free ride than conventional steel ropes, this passenger elevator for mid-rise buildings travels at 200–500' per minute. Its Power Factor 1 Regenerative Drive returns 30% of the unit’s energy to the building’s power grid, while its destination dispatch system achieves 30%–40% greater operating efficiency than that of a traditional model. us.schindler.com circle 115
Contemporary Clad Folding Doors
With slender 25∕6" stile and rail profiles, these doors don’t skimp on performance. Features include aluminum exteriors and wood interiors, square or sculpted profiles, and 2¼"-thick panels; sizes range from 60" x 108" for multislide options to 39" x 108" for folding and swing doors. The system also adheres to the California Energy Commission’s Title 24 standards. lacantinadoors.com circle 116
Verdura
A collaboration between manufacturer Rocky Mountain Hardware and HOK’s product design team, this stylish antimicrobial interior door and cabinet hardware is intended for health-care facilities, wellness centers, and educational institutions. The hand-cast fittings are made of CuVerro, an EPA-registered bactericidal copper said to kill 99.9% of infectious bacteria within two hours. Available in matte finishes or three brushed-bronze options. rockymountainhardware.com circle 117
THEIA Performance Shading
This tolerance specification and ensuing product reflect Lutron’s discovery that transmittance value (Tv) significantly affects a shading textile’s ability to achieve target comfort levels and energy savings. Because no industry standard guaranteeing shading’s solar performance existed, Lutron established THEIA, which monitors Tv and weave openness. Partnering with Mermet, the company introduced the first THEIA-compliant fabrics in the spring and has set up a Performance Shading Advisor section on its website to assist specifiers. lutron.com circle 119
Hawa-Junior 80/B
A top-fixed suspension system for low-headroom applications, this hardware for sliding wooden doors weighing up to 176 pounds is easy to install and adjust. It allows for a minimal .04" gap between the top track and door, as well as for a door to be recessed into the ceiling. Junior 80/B can also be combined with a soft-closing mechanism. hawa.com circle 118