Nearly 170 tons of vinyl wallcovering have been reclaimed and recycled by the Second-Look Recycled Wallcovering program since 2007. The program reclaims vinyl wallcovering of any make, and covers the cost of freight for customers ordering new wallcoverings that want to recycle their old product. New products from the company contain at least 20 percent recycled material.
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Mondo’s Harmoni flooring is antibacterial and antimicrobial due to the vulcanization process used when it is manufactured. The product can help contribute to LEED points and meets California indoor air quality requirements. It offers ease of maintenance with a nonporous surface that does not require stripping or waxing and is stain resistant. The product is available in 28 colors in either 3-mm or 4-mm thickness.
The FreeHand High-Efficiency flush valve from Moen Inc. uses an infrared sensor to activate a flush cycle when the user is in range. The valves also feature a flow rate of 1.28 gallons per minute, a 20 percent savings over the industry standard of 1.6 gpm. For urinals, the valves use a flow rate of 0.5 gpm, 50 percent less than the industry standard.
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Leviton’s line of occupancy sensors meets NAFTA requirements and conforms to the provisions of the Buy American Act, which makes it ideal for government installations, according to the company. The sensors feature all-digital, microprocessor circuitry that continually analyzes real-time occupancy patters. Passive-infrared models are available in a variety of mount types and styles.
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The Mohawk Group introduces its new generation of 100 percent non-PVC thermoplastic contract modular carpeting. The patent-pending Encycle modular carpet backing system is designed with three thermoplastic layers and zero water-based components, enabling it to be completely recycled back into new Encycle backing through thermal re-activation without separating face fibers from backing layers.
Sage Electrochromics Inc. manufactures electronically tintable glass products designed help reduce energy bills by controlling solar heat gain and increase worker productivity by allowing additional daylighting, minimizing glare, and enhancing occupant comfort. The company’s products have been integrated into a variety of buildings, including commercial facilities and schools.
The Ghost Artist carpet line from Milliken draws inspirations from architectural designs that use grid overlays, curvilinear components and geometry to create striking changes to boxy profiles. The carbon-neutral product comes with an optional bio-based backing and adhesive-free installation to prevent off-gassing. It also meets several environmental certification standards.
Wausau Window and Wall Systems manufacturers Clear Story sunshades and interior light shelves. The company’s sunshades intercept unwanted solar heat gain before it can impact a building’s HVAC systems. They can also economize natural light by redirecting it inside the building. Products may be specified with high-recycled content.
After 18 years of business in Australia, Polyfab recently opened a sales and warehousing center in Southern California. The company provides fabric for tension-membrane structures that can help buildings save energy by minimizing heat gain. The company’s products meet fire standards, and installations are completed by independent fabricators.
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The new F7000 waterfree urinal by Falcon Waterfree Technologies features a bowl design that prevents splashes and comes with a messaging area that can be used to describe water-conservation measures or for advertising space. The urinal qualifies for LEED and Green Globe points.
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