Visitor Management System

AMAG Technology now offers Symmetry Guest, a new web-based visitor management system that enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organizations enforce security policies and reduce costs. Symmetry Guest operates on any tablet, smart phone or PC using any web browser. The system issues a visitor pass electronically to the visitor’s smart phone via a QR code or barcode, similar to an airline boarding pass. This allows visitors to be identified quickly by the system or directly from their phone.

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University of Glasgow Embarks On More New Construction

GLASGOW, Scotland — Building on 2010-2015 strategic plan growth, the University of Glasgow is now moving forward on the design and construction of a new 150,000-square-foot research building on it’s 74-acre Gilmorehill Campus. The $58 million project will provide a state-of-the-art facility for university researchers to investigate significant global challenges including energy demand and waste management. The building is expected to be complete in 2019.

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Joseph Sanches

D. Stephenson Construction Inc., the largest African American-owned general contracting firm in Florida, announced the appointment of Joseph Sanches as the company’s new president. Sanches has been with the firm for almost three years, previously serving as executive vice president. Prior to joining the company, Sanches was chief of support operations for the Palm Beach County School District, where he oversaw more than $2 billion in capital improvements.

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Solar Shading Fabric

Sophisticated design meets environmental performance in GlacierScreen FR solar shading fabrics by Hunter Douglas. The shades promote high air quality while protecting against heat gain and UV exposure. An innovative new manufacturing process eliminates nearly all odors due to off-gassing by avoiding the use of VOC-emitting substances. GlacierScreen fabrics contain no brominated flame retardants or heavy metals, and are certified as low-emissions products by the Greenguard Institute. Fabrics are colorfast and reinforced against yellowing or reddening due to heat and UV exposure.

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Organic Wall Decor

Sustainable Materials announced the introduction of Organic Blocks to the U.S. market. A wall decor alternative fashioned in sustainably harvested, rapidly renewable, recycled molded cork, Organic Blocks bring dimension, depth and distinctive visual appeal to interior surfaces. Imported from Portugal, Organic Blocks convey a contemporary European design aesthetic in five high-relief geometric shapes, each pre-finished and infused with a selection of 10 vibrant, fashion-forward colors.

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