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ASI Group

ASI Group—the world’s leading manufacturer of partitions, washroom accessories, lockers, and visual display products. Only ASI Group designs, engineers, and manufactures fully integrated solutions, so all of our products work together seamlessly.

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Bathroom Design - Ushering In A New Era

As one of the most central elements in making a patron, customer, or even an employee, feel valued, bathrooms need to exhibit the same type of thoughtfulness given to every other aspect of the human experience in a building.

June 20, 2020

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As one of the most central elements in making a patron, customer, or even employee, feel valued restrooms need to exhibit the same type of thoughtfulness given to every other aspect of the human experience in a building.

Cascade Architectural

Cascade Architectural, a division of Cascade Coil, is the industry leader in coiled wire fabric and accompanying attachment systems used by architects and designers worldwide for building interiors and exteriors.

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Coiled Wire Fabric: A Sustainable Solution for Parking Structures

December 1, 2020

Andrew Schoenheit, Vice President of Sales – Cascade Coil

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Coiled wire fabric's inherent design flexibility allows architects and designers to utilize it for a wide range of functions and applications, not to mention in customized styles and sizes.

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Old-World Material Meets Modern Design

As manufacturers expand felt ceiling and wall product offerings, architects and designers are exploring new creative territory with an age-old fabric made new again.

October 1, 2020

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Felt is a sophisticated material with far-reaching applications that’s also sought after for its aesthetic merit. That’s why fashion designers and furniture makers have relied on it to create stunning showpieces.

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific Gypsum pioneered fiberglass mat gypsum technology in 1986 and, for three decades, inspired fundamental changes in the types of gypsum panels specified for walls and roofing in commercial building assemblies.

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Rainscreen Trend Grows as Architects and Designers Seek Eco-Friendly Solutions

November 15, 2020

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As environmental concerns loom, rainscreen cladding assemblies are an increasingly popular solution to deflecting water and ensuring air flow while maintaining diverse aesthetic options.

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Fire-Rated Expansion Joints: Employing Best Practices + Avoiding Field Problems

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

There is more to an expansion joint system than just the frame and covers. This AIA CES program deals with the life safety specifics of fire barriers, industry standards and testing. In addition, it covers installation concerns, proper detailing of fire barriers, and the current state of joint system verification.