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ADHESIVES Franklin InternationalWE KNOW GREEN BUILDING...INSIDE AND OUT - As a pioneer in environmentally-friendly glues and adhesives, Franklin International offers the industry’s most extensive selection of VOCcompliant and solvent-free products. The Titebond® brand of green building construction adhesives exceeds the performance specifications for demanding jobs and provides the comfort of knowing the products are safe for the environment. Visit us at Booth #1343 800-347-4583; www.titebond.com |
FINISHES EnviroGLAS®EnviroGLAS® Hand-crafted Terrazzo, EnviroPLANK™ Custom floor tiles, EnviroSLAB™ Signature countertops, EnviroSCAPE™ Loose aggregate. EnviroGLAS Products Inc converts post-consumer and industrial glass bound for the landfill into elegant, sustainable and ecological hard surfaces and landscaping materials. For samples, specs and to order: 888-523-7894 www.enviroglasproducts.com |
ARCHITECTURAL GLASS, COATINGS, AND PAINT PPG EcoLogical Building SolutionsPPG EcoLogical Building Solutions represents an array of environmentally progressive glass, coatings and paints that promote energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Highlighted products include Solarban™ Solar Control Low-E Glass, Pure Performance™ premium zero-VOC paints and Duranar® SPF ENERGY STAR-compliant coatings. 1-888-PPG-IDEA www.ppgideascapes.com |
FINSHES Pinstripe TilePinstripe tile, as well as, all of Patcraft's carpet tile products are manufactured with 100% EcoSolution Q® SD Premium Branded Nylon with Lifetime Stain Warranty and 100% EcoWorx® Backing System for 100% cradleto- cradle recyclability. EcoWorx® is an EPA Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award winner. 800-241-4014 www.patcraft.com |
CONCRETE Maxxon CorporationLevel-Right is a specially formulated, highstrength, cementitious underlayment that can handle any floor leveling challenge — without shotblasting or scarifying. Level-Right is poured over concrete and old floor goods and adhesives - providing a level, smooth surface, ready for foot traffic within two to four hours. Level-Right contains recycled materials and has extremely low VOC emissions. 1-800-356-7887, E-mail: info@level-right.com, www.level-right.com |
GREEN ROOFS/ROOFTOP GARDENS Carlisle SynTec Incorporated'sRoof Garden Waterproofing System, endorsed by the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED program, has many advantages: • Reduces urban heat island effects • Manages storm water runoff • Adds functional space • Increases energy efficiency Utilizing Carlisle's Fully-Adhered EPDM or TPO membrane, all system components below growth medium is available through Carlisle. www.carlisle-syntec.com |
ELECTRICAL Snake Bus Power Distribution SystemSnake Bus pre-wired power distribution system provides 15 Kilowatts of power in one easy-toinstall track for access floors. System can be reused and recycled when power requirements change. Snake Bus' tap offs regulate the power usage for energy efficiency. 800-308-6788 www.snaketray.com |
GREEN ROOFS/ROOFTOP GARDENS GreenGrid® Modular Green Roof SystemsThe GreenGrid® Green Roof System is a lightweight modular design that arrives pre-planted and ready for a quick installation. The modules are made from recycled plastics and can be placed directly on any roof surface where the structural capacity is present. 847 918-4011 www.greengridroofs.com |
GREEN ROOFS/ROOFTOP GARDENS Hunter PanelsHunter Panels provides the highest quality of polyisocyanurate products in the roofing industry, while continually bringing a level of customer service and environmental consciousness to the market. Hunter Panels manufactures energy efficient polyiso foam insulation panels, including flat, tapered, nailable, vented designs and a full line of composites. 888.746.1114 www.hunterpanels.com |
INTERIOR FINISHES (FLOORING AND MILLWORK) Strandwoven™ Wood CompanyManufacturers of Strandwoven™ Bamboo, available in flooring planks, tiles, veneer, and millwork components. Our rapidly renewable, post-industrial content, low-VOC products offer unmatched durability and stability when compared to other hardwoods. Boasting twice the hardness of "traditional" bamboo (and 2.5x oak), Strandwoven bamboo is one of the few woods suitable in high-traffic commercial environments. 877-226-2660 www.strandwoven.com |
GREEN ROOFS/ROOFTOP GARDENS Sure-WeldCarlisle SynTec Incorporated's Sure-Weld® TPO Roofing Systems carries the EPA/DOE ENERGY STAR® rating, exceeding the program's energy efficiency guidelines. In addition, when utilizing this system, one is eligible to obtain points in seven factors in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-New Construction (NC) Standard 2.1. 800.4.SynTec www.carlisle-syntec.com |
OPENINGS Lynden DoorThe GreenDor™ Series of doors features a rapidly renewable, 100% recovered agfiber core with 20 and 60 minute positive pressure ratings. This product contributes to LEED™ projects in a multitude of point areas, including EQ4.4 as the core binders contain NO added urea-formaldehyde. GreenDor™, the environmental door with a core advantage. 360-354-5676 www.lyndendoor.com |
HEATING VENTILATING & AIR CONDITIONING Fulton Heating Solutions, Inc.Fulton is proud to play an integral role in supporting Green Building Design with the Fulton Pulse Boiler. The Pulse combustion process is the most efficient way to burn fuel. In addition to a highly efficient condensing design, there is no fan during operation, which greatly reduces electrical consumption. The end result is the highest seasonal efficiency on the market today. 315-298-5121 www.fulton.com |
OPENINGS Super SkyFor over 75 years Super Sky is the leading designer, manufacturer and installer of custom glass/aluminum skylights around the world. Our product lines now include solutions using structured polycarbonate (EDGE® and EDGE MAX®), Point supported/cable tension systems plus Photovoltaic systems that generate energy from the sun. 800-558-0467 www.supersky.com |
HOTEL DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION Natura HotelsThe world’s first chain of LEED certified hotels, beginning with a LEED platinum fractional condo hotel within the LEED neighborhood of Dockside Green, Victoria, BC. Through sustainable design and operations, Natura combines the best of modern luxury with the ultimate in healthy living. We are actively exploring expansion opportunities. Contact: info@naturahotels.com , www.naturahotels.com |
SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS ARCOMARCOM, publisher of MASTERSPEC®, addresses green building considerations by providing: Division One LEED-related sections, 95+ Sections with LEED requirements texts/ commentaries, FREE MASTERWORKS™ software that produces LEED reports, FREE Tech support and more. New for 2005: MASTERSPEC® in MasterFormat™ 2004. Visit ARCOM's booth #738 at the USGBC show for special show discounts and a free gift. 801-521-9162; www.masterspec.com |
SPECIALTIES InPro CorporationThe first company in the nation to produce and market sustainable wall protection products, has expanded its EnviroGT™ line of awardwinning products to include Bamboo, recycled Stainless steel and Nu-Tree™ HDPE. InPro's bamboo handrail and chair rail are available in a lighter, natural bamboo color and, through "carbonizing," a rich brown hue. Stainless steel wall guards contain 80-percent recycled material.877-780-0034; www.inprocorp.com |
WASTEWATER TREATMENT ZENON Environmental Inc.ZENON brings over 25 years of membrane experience to the property development industry, delivering simple, reliable and cost-effective on site water reuse solutions. The ZENON ZeeWeed® reuse system is the best available technology to assist developers in attaining LEED™ certification by treating and reusing up to 100% of a building's wastewater. 905-465-3030 www.zenon.com |
THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION Knauf InsulationKnauf Insulation’s commercial batts have not only earned a reputation for consistent installed performance and easy installation, but they are certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute for indoor air quality and low emissions. A key component of sustainable construction, Knauf batt products also contain up to 30% post-consumer glass and rapidly renewable raw materials such as sand. (800) 825-4434 www.Thinksulation.com or www.KnaufUSA.com |
WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES Columbia Forest ProductsIntroducing PureBond™ from Columbia Forest Products, a cost-effective way to get decorative hardwood plywood for your casework, cabinetry and furniture projects, without getting formaldehyde. Columbia's PureBond formaldehyde-free hardwood plywood is now available in both veneer core and Woodstalk® agrifiber core construction and is cost competitive with traditional urea formaldehydemade panels. Greenbuild Booth #347 www.columbiaforestproducts.com |
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