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SolarMotion Controllable Sunshades
Manufacturer: Construction Specialties
This intelligent sun-shading system tracks the sun and weather and adjusts blades accordingly to help reduce solar heat gain and glare, lower energy consumption, and maximize daylighting in buildings. The shades are available in a variety of mullion styles, blade widths, and finish options, including wood, glass, and recycled aluminum. full caption
Koda XT
Manufacturer: 3form
Stronger than glass and acrylic, Koda XT surfacing (top) can be molded to any form or shape, as seen in the undulating transit shelter canopies (with integrated photovoltaics) developed by Lundberg Design for the San Francisco MTA. Made from 40% preconsumer recycled content, the material is the only architectural polycarbonate available to use toward LEED MR 4.1 and 4.2 for recycled content. full caption
Magiglide Bi-Fold Closet & Storage System
Manufacturer: Landquist & Son, Inc.
The ADA-compliant Magiglide bi-fold and pivot panel system is customizable to any height up to 10 and can span unlimited widths without requiring partitions between panels. The maker claims Magiglide costs 50% less and uses up to 38% less floor space than other closet options. The solid-core particle board panels are offered with a variety of panel, surface, and hardware upgrade options. full caption
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Digital PeepHole Viewer
Manufacturer: Brinno
Ideal for residential or hospitality applications, this digital peephole viewer (top) replaces traditional door peepholes with a vivid digital image to provide added security and privacy. The battery-operated viewer uses a 21/2 LCD panel that transforms the regular view into a large, bright, digital image that can help children, the elderly, or the visually impaired to safely view visitors. full caption
Enclose Frameless Glass
Manufacturer: Haworth
Enclose Moveable Walls are now enhanced with a Frameless Glass option that allows for frameless corners, faceted arcs, and plinth-less glass slab swing or sliding doors. With the intrinsic translucence of joined glass panes, the moveable glass wall system is ideal for storefronts, conference spaces, and open presentation areas. Available in clear and frosted finishes. full caption