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NYC Aims to Protect Birds from Buildings


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Glass Falls from San Francisco High-Rise

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Acts of Downtime Still Causing Companies Money

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Hilton Builds Latest Hotel in Fast-Growing Tennessee County

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Time Out Market Upgrades Windows, Preserves Historical Charm

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McCormick Place Installs Bird-Safe Film

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Window Washer Dies in Fall from Boston High-Rise

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Birds and Buildings: Finding Lighting Solutions

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Celebrity Owl's Death Highlights Buildings' Danger

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Architects Tackle Bird-Building Collisions

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Huron City Schools Partners with Avery Dennison for Window Solutions

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Hope's Windows Products Used in Urban Outfitter's Philadelphia Campus

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Office Evolution's Westport Location Makes Use of AtlasIED Sound Masking

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Bird Safety Comes into Focus for Facility Managers

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Real-Life Spider-Man Scales Downtown Chicago High-Rise

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Nearly 1,000 Birds Killed Striking Chicago Building

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Hope's Windows Contributes to Art Museum Renovation

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UPS Maintenance Checklist

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How to Upgrade Your Facility’s Lobby

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Hope's University and Peyton Boyd Architect PC Restore the Birthplace of Country Music Museum

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Hope's Windows Hurricane Pivot Doors Pass Wind Tests

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Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

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Window Shade Battery Pack Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Creating a Modern Workplace in a 115-year-old Historic Building

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University Campus Showcase Unique Windows and Doors

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Window Washer Dies in Fall at Boston Library

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How to Know When Windows Should Be Replaced

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What to Look Out for When Upgrading Windows

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Woodland Park Zoo Rallies to Provide Natural Lighting for Komodo Dragon

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

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Fast Food Chain Adds Walk-Up Window, Sees Business Growth

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Security Window Film Helps Protect Texas Election Office

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Omicron's Spread Forces Shutdown of Cornell Campus

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Case Study: Old Steel Mill Remodeled as Food Innovation Incubator

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Case Study: University Prioritizes Bird Friendly Glass in New Building

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Case Study: Windows Accent Completed Vandalia Tower Renovation

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Are Empty Offices an Option for Expanded Housing Downtown?

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When Hurricanes Strike Will Your Building Be Prepared?

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How to Stretch Natural Light Deep Into a Building

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Case Study: Glass, Finish, and Aluminum Framing Improve Hotel's Energy Efficiency

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Dam Failures, 500-Year Flood Swamp Midland, Michigan 

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How Do You Deal With Occupants' DIY Hot/Cold Solutions? 

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Tiny Holes Can Make Solar Cells Nearly Crystal Clear

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Curtain Wall vs. Window Wall: Making the Proper Choice

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Superhero Window Cleaners Pop in on Children’s Hospital

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Requirements for a Façade Inspection

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Window Washer Dramatically Rescued After Nearly Falling From High-Rise

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Tame Midday Heat With Window Film Innovation

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School Security: Make the Right Doors Choices

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Windows Help Lead To Historic Building Renovation Award

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Window Frames Target Thermal and Sound Transmission Performance

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Automated Roller Shade Earns Safety Certification

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Cracking High-Rise Windows Alarm San Francisco

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Capturing Solar Power Wherever the Sun Shines

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Faulty Water Heater Sends Schools Into Lockdown

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Electrochromic Glass, Smart Controls Bring Windows Into the Future

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Better R-Value, Thermal Performance Highlight Window Advances

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6 Next-Level Windows Technologies

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How the Building Exterior Affects HVAC Energy Efficiency

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Hurricane Irma: Buildings Show Resilience Gains

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Is Now The Time To Invest In New Technology?

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CBRE Earns Place On Dow Jones Sustainability Index For Fourth Consecutive Year

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Ingersoll Rand, Selected for Seventh Consecutive Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices

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Dow Recognized by Green Sports Alliance for Climate Solutions Framework

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Guardian Glass Launches New Sustainability Calculator

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Springfield Union Station Restored with Historically Accurate Custom Windows

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Smart Windows Offer Flexibility, Occupant Comfort

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Smart Window Benefit? Energy Savings, Reduced Glare

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Electrochromic Glass Results in Energy Efficiency at LEED Certified Facility

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Zero Energy Systems: Standardized Pricing Sets Precedence In Precast Industry

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Mixed-Use Building in Portand Earns LEED Gold Certification

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Guardian Glass Projects Win AIA Design Excellence Awards

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Vitro Architectural Glass debuts online guide to LEED certification

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Andersen Corporation: 2017 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award

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Vitro Architectural Glass launches new website

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NSC: Eight Tips for Window Safety Week

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Dow Corning Provides Design Freedom for Modern Glass Facades

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Pub Updates Historic Building Storefront with Kolbe Folding Windows

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Window replacement: Unrealized benefits to building owners - published by Apogee's Building Retrofit Team

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Coatings by PPG add brilliance to new Centre Vidéotron in Quebec City

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St. Cloud Window Contributes to Acoustic Performance of Concert Halls and Performing Arts Centers

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Research and Inspiration Lead Pella Corporation to Refine Products

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New Wood Window and Wood Patio Door Warranty Offered by Pella

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Pella Supports Local Contractor and School with New Tools of the Trade

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Dyson Commercial LED Luminaire Has a New Solution for Heat

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University of Iowa Voxman Music Building Designed for Resiliency, Acoustic Performance, LEED Gold Using Wausau’s Curtainwall and Window Systems

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MAVERICK Technologies Announces Breakthrough Digital Commissioning Tool to Increase Efficiency and Transparency

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Pella Corporation Continues Acquisition Strides with Addition of Duratherm Window Corporation of Vassalboro, Maine

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St. Cloud Window Contributes to Restoring New York’s Rich History

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Roofs, Walls, Window Technology Contribute To Long-Lasting, Durable, Efficient Facilities

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Alpen High Performance Products Announces Commercial Availability of Full-Frame R10 Window

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Renovated University of Colorado Boulder’s Ketchum Arts and Sciences Building Retains Historical Accuracy with Wausau Windows

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High-Efficiency Windows: Effective Strategy For Energy Savings

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How Low-E and Dynamic Glazings, Window Film, Reflective Coatings Can Save Energy

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3 Windows Numbers To Know

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Wausau Window and Wall Systems Opens Production Training Lab with Support from the City Economic Development Committee

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New AAMA Course Covers Fundamentals of Fenestration

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In Data Centers, Human Error Is Most Common Cause of Downtime

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Roller Shades Recalled Due to Impact Hazard

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High-Performance Lighting Means Balancing Budget with Quality

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Improving Daylighting Via Window Replacement

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Tips on Quantifying Window Assembly Performance

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Knowing Window Classes, Codes, Glass Types for Window Replacement Projects

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Value of Exceeding Code Requirements in Window Replacement Project

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Knowing When Window Replacement Is Inevitable

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Addressing Solar Heat Gain, U-Factor in Window Design

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Three Areas to Consider for Greater Resilience

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Weather-Proofed Windows and Energy Efficiency

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Identifying Levels of Support, Measuring Productivity Loss Help Determine ‘Acceptable Downtime’

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In Study of Critical Operations, Gap Analysis Examines Operating Time of Redundant Systems

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3 Steps Identify Critical Facilities' Downtime Risks

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Understanding Whether a ‘Critical Operation’ is Really Critical

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The Problem With Downlights in Commercial Offices

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Materials on Roof Surface Can Build Energy Efficiency

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Target Heat Loss at Walls, Roofs to Boost Building Performance

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Two Steps Towards Better Lighting

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Lighting Upgrade Requires Careful Thinking, Pre-Testing

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Careless Swap Outs, Uniformity Can Damage Lighting Design

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Good Lighting Design Needs Layers, Glare Control

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The Challenge of Getting Lighting Quality Right

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Common Glazing Mistakes

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More Glazing Choices, And Using Metrics To Assess Them

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Glazing Options Can Manage Heat Gain, Harness Daylight

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Energy Savings From Occupant Training

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Closing Windows For Energy Savings

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Getting Back On Energy Budget After a Rough Winter

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Finding Value in Building Enclosure Commissioning

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Building Enclosure Commissioning During Construction Phase

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Decision Between Repairing, Retrofitting Or Replacing Windows Has Number Of Considerations

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Window Gasket Failure Does Not Always Mean Window Replacement

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Building Characteristics Play Important Role In Selecting Suitable Replacement Windows

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Installation Can Often Be Root Of Window Problems

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Government Shutdown's Effect on Energy Star Goals

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Key Energy Use Metrics Can Help Maximize Energy Savings With Windows

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Making Windows More Efficient: Low-E Coatings, Warm-Edge Spacers, Electrochromic Glass

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Daylighting, Coatings, Installation Can All Affect Role Of Windows In Energy Consumption

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How To Track And Measure Cooling Tower Efficiency Improvements

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Minimizing Cooling Tower Blowdown

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Repair or replace? Best Strategies to Reduce Maintenance Costs

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The Consequences of Equipment Failure

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Lifetime Operation of Motor Costs More than Initial Purchase

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Regular inspection lengthens windows' lifespan

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Daylighting can reduce energy bills, improve satisfaction

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Smart Windows Choices Include Low-E Glass, Electrochromic Glazing

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Don't Overlook Window Frames As Energy Savers

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Improved Window Performance A Challenge In Existing Buildings

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Solar Window Film May Reduce Cooling Load

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How To Decide Whether To Replace Windows

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Five Tips on Preparing For a Major Event

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Facility Managers Explain How They Minimize Risks and Maximize Rewards of New Technology

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Evaluating New Technology: Business Analysis, Third-Party Tests Can Prevent Problems

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Where Facility Managers Can Find Information, Guidance on Evaluating New Technology

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New Building Technology: How Facility Managers Can Insulate Their Organizations From Risks

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Unical Aviation, Inc.: Transforming a Non-descript Warehouse Into a First-class Workplace

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Three Boiler Control Upgrades Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Green Means Go for Transwestern's Skodowski, His Sustainability Team

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Transwestern's Sustainability Efforts a Cornerstone of Company's Work

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Experience Makes Skodowski a Natural to Develop Green Best Practices

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Skodowski, Transwestern Focus on Green Building Success, not Speed

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Multimedia: Transwestern's Allan Skodowski on Sustainability

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Transwestern's Allan Skodowski on LEED and the Better Buildings Challenge

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Boilers: Implement Water-Treatment Program, Blowdown System

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Testing Window Systems

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Commercial Real Estate Recovery: Drivers and Dampers

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Survey: Shadow Space Will Slow Recovery

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Data Center Renovation Versus Build New Considerations

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Tests and Mockups Ensure Proper New Window Selection

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When Windows Fail

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Window Product Showcase

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What Metrics to Look at For Exterior Energy Efficiency

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Daylighting Benefits Lie in Proper Design, Control

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Start With Integrated Design, Maintain Results With Diligence

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Facility Professionals Discuss Managing Retrofits

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Look Out for Window Problems

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Windows and LEED

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How Windows Help Meet Code

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Windows and the New ASHRAE Standard 189.1

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Justifying a Maintenance Budget for Windows

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Leaving Maintenance Out of Life Cycle Costs Can Make Window Replacement More Difficult

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Window Product Showcase

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Reducing HVAC First Costs and Operating Costs

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Recycling Green Products

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Boiler Maintenance: Determine Ideal Blowdown Rates

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Windows and Air Intake Vents Can Be Operable and Secure

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How To Know Whether To Repair or Replace Windows

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Managers Minimize Disruption to Resort Occupants

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Managers Need to Identify Common Air-Leak Paths

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Value Engineering Windows? Here's One Mistake to Avoid

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Windows and Thermal Performance

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Operable Windows and IAQ

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Replacing Windows Improves Building Envelope Efficiency

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Paints and Coatings: Scheduling Projects

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The Role of Interior Storm Windows

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Listen Up: Consider How Acoustics Can Complement Green Designs

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Avoid Breaking Windows in High-rise Fire

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How To Schedule Successful Paints and Coatings Projects

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To Repair or Replace Windows

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How to Measure Exterior Efficiency

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Avoiding Water Penetration in Windows

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Moisture, Condensation and Mold: Typical Window Problems

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Repair or Replace the Windows: Making the Right Decision

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Efficiency Metrics for Windows, Walls and Roofs

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The Cost of Poor Window Maintenance

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Window Components And Efficiency

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Operable Windows Can Save Energy

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How to Design Windows and Openings for Efficiency

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Solar Window Films As An Energy Efficient Retrofit

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General Window Maintenance Tips: What To Look For

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How Window Security Film Works

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Window Ratings: The Key to Understanding Window Efficiency

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Boiler Maintenance: Eliminate Scale, Control Blowdown

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AAMA Updates Latest Fenestration Standard

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Fenestration Industry Announces New Standard for Windows, Doors and Skylights

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When is the Best Time to Install Touchless Controls?

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What is Low-e Glass?

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Green Product End-of-life Considerations

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Right Panes, Big Gains

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NIST Tests Own Facilities To Find Energy Savings

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Infrared Imaging Comes of Age

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How Hidden Problems Can Shorten Window Life

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Looking Out for Window Replacement Trouble

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DOE Rolls Out New Energy-Efficient Window Prototype

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Window of Opportunity

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Improved Window Technology Can Handle Many Energy Challenges

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Energy Gains: The Envelope, Please

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Outlook

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Easing Window Pain

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Window Films Can Bring Security, Energy Gains

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New Windows Mean Many Choices

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Windows

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Windows: Repair or Replace?

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The Security-Door Hardware Link
Windows are a fatal security weakness, avoid them at all cost!


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Picking Panes That Save Energy

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Planning For the Unexpected

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Clear-cut Criteria for New Windows

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Window Replacement: 7 Mistakes to Avoid

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Windows of Opportunity

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Threat of Terror