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ECOR

ECOR

ecorglobal.com
Made from 100% recycled, nontoxic, and formaldehyde-free materials, ECOR is a new generation of highly versatile molded-fiber-panel products that present a healthier alternative to traditional particleboard. To fabricate the panels, underutilized cellulose-fiber materials, including postconsumer cardboard and forest and agricultural fibers, are bonded together using water, pressure, and heat to create a material that is strong, lightweight, and easy to shape. full caption
Photo courtesy ECOR
Frontino

Frontino

hafele.com/us
Häfele America’s Frontino sliding cabinet-door system operates on a unique single track that allows doors to sit flush when closed. Unlike hinged cabinet doors, sliding doors maximize available space for those working in the kitchen. Frontino is made of several parts that consist of various metals including galvanized steel and aluminum, as well as different plastics. full caption
Photo courtesy Häfele America
HPL Design Laminates

HPL Design Laminates

ialaminates.com
InteriorArts is a new collection of high-pressure-laminate designs from Chemetal and Treefrog Veneer. Featuring 74 options in a 4 x 8 size, the affordable line includes neutral to bright colors in a variety of rich natural textures or high-gloss finishes. InteriorArts is also scratch-resistant and Greenguard Children & Schools–certified. full caption
Photo courtesy InteriorArts
Glazed Thin Brick

Glazed Thin Brick

fireclaytile.com
Fireclay Tile’s Glazed Thin Brick, for interior or exterior applications, features rich organic textures in recycled materials. The brick uses a range of 30% to 100% local recycled content, and is finished with a selection of nine VOC-free natural glazes. San Jose, California–based Fireclay sources the brick from local supplier McNear Brick and Block. In addition, 100% of all glaze overspray is collected and recycled, and any waste produced is inert and nonhazardous. full caption
Photo courtesy Fireclay Tile
Diamond Finish and Eco-Etch Patterns

Diamond Finish and Eco-Etch Patterns

forms-surfaces.com
The Stainless Steel line from Forms+Surfaces includes various finishes and patterns for wall systems, elevator interiors, and other applications. The company’s latest developments include Diamond (shown, center), a durable finish for stainless steel that features multidirectional lines and faceted shapes that have been tested to hide scratches and scuffs. In addition, four new Eco- Etch Patterns (shown surrounding Diamond) are applied to stainless steel through the company’s advanced photolithographic bead-blasting system, which uses no harmful acids or chemicals and generates no toxic waste.

“The Stainless Steel line from Forms+Surfaces has a dynamic finish that changes aspect with different angle degrees and light.” Sara Demel

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Photo courtesy Forms+Surfaces
Tom Kundig Collection

Tom Kundig Collection

12thavenueiron.com
After years of collaboration on custom steel architectural elements and furnishings with Seattle-based metal shop 12th Avenue Iron, Olson Kundig Architects has now designed the firm’s first line of commercially available products. Inspired by the way people interact with buildings, the Tom Kundig Collection consists of 25 cut-andfolded steel hardware pieces ranging from door pulls to rollers. full caption
Photo courtesy 12th Avenue Iron
Perennial Wood

Perennial Wood

perennialwood.com
Perennial Wood from Eastman is a new category of long-lasting, U.S.-sourced wood. This real Southern pine, also chosen as one of Material ConneXion’s and BuildingGreen’s top materials of the year, has been modified on the molecular level to resist changes from moisture and remain dimensionally stable for decades. The material can be used for decking and porch flooring, and is also available to manufacturers of furniture, windows, and doors. full caption
Photo courtesy Perennial Wood
Architectural-Mesh Handrail Infill Panels

Architectural-Mesh Handrail Infill Panels

cambridgearchitectural.com
Pre-engineered to fit standard-size handrail attachments, these panels from Cambridge Architectural are cost-effective and functional, maximizing fall protection and safety. This durable mesh infill has a long life cycle and requires no special chemicals or tools to clean and maintain. It is composed of recycled content and is 100% recyclable. full caption
Photo courtesy Cambridge Architectural
Metal Laminates

Metal Laminates

chemetal.com
Chemetal has developed seven new panel designs in its 300 Series that are made with recycled and recyclable aluminum. The panels have a fine texture with a horizontal pattern and come in 4 x 8 and 4 x 10 sizes. The additions feature handcrafted designs that include Factory, an old-style factory/warehouse door motif, as well as rusted-steel and deep bronze-aluminum options. Some of the aluminum finishes contain up to 85% recycled content, which contributes to LEED MR Credits 4.1 and 4.2. full caption
Photo courtesy Chemetal
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