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Galvanizing Applications: Agricultural Equipment
Life in agriculture can be tough. The days are long, the work is difficult, yet rewarding, and there are countless challenges that need to be consistently met head on and overcome. One thing a farmer shouldn’t have to worry about, however, is their equipment, and the best way to protect it is by using galvanized…
The Benefits of Ambient Light Rejection in Projection Screens
In most practical use situations, projectors face the issue of ambient light. What is the science behind this effect, and what are the solutions for maintaining a bright image when the environment will not allow for the proper darkness? Steve Cook, Consultant Relations Manager at Draper, provided some insights on ambient light rejection (ALR). “Ambient…
How Celebrity Designer Dan Vickery Prioritizes Function in Design
Dan Vickery’s infectious blend of energy, creativity, and dedication has distinguished him as a truly unique artist in the design and architecture field. With an Accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Oregon, Vickery worked in the Portland Metro Area as a real estate developer, designing over 20 homes before moving to Los…
Caesarstone Completes Majority Stake Acquisition of Lioli Ceramica
MP MENASHE, Israel–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Caesarstone Ltd. (NASDAQ: CSTE), a leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality engineered surfaces, today announced it has closed on its previously-announced majority stake acquisition of Lioli Ceramica Pvt. Ltd (“Lioli”), an India-based producer of cutting-edge porcelain countertop slabs, operating innovative and technologically advanced manufacturing facilities in Asia. Yuval Dagim, Chief Executive Officer…
Use Cases for Hot-Dip Galvanized Fencing
Fences are a staple in many aspects of society and particularly in agriculture, where they’re tasked with the protection of livestock and vulnerable crops or equipment. However, they’re not invincible. Wood rots, steel rusts, and stone cracks. So, how do we protect the very things we’ve installed for protection? The answer is hot-dip galvanization, which…
The Benefits of Motorized and Automated Roller Shades
The benefits of roller shades are clear – they make a space’s occupants more comfortable by controlling lighting levels, ensuring thermal comfort and minimizing glare. However, even more benefits can be had when those roller shades are motorized, automated or both. Draper Architectural Market Specialist Jessi Wright and Director of Business Development for Automation and…
Caesarstone Introduces Dramatic CALACATTA MAXIMUS Luxury Defined
CHARLOTTE, NC (October 5, 2020) — Caesarstone, the inventor of quartz surfacing, is pleased to introduce its newest innovative product: 5114 CALACATTA MAXIMUS. The newest addition to the Supernatural Collection, CALACATTA MAXIMUS takes the classic style of marble to the maximum, with the unparalleled durability for which Caesarstone is renowned. Launching across North America on…
How has Composting Grown and What is its Future?
The word “sustainability,” is on the tip of everyone’s tongues lately. Commerce and business worldwide are looking for better and cheaper ways to keep business viable into the future. Industries like agriculture, architecture, civic design, and others are starting to catch on to the cost-effective and high-performing product that is compost. Today’s guests are…
How Theme Parks Can Embody the Innovative Focus that Drives Immersive Experiences
Theme parks are the epitome of fun and nostalgia. From your first experiences as a child to taking your own children and experiencing the magic of themed entertainment into your golden years, theme parks offer the ultimate vehicle for innovations in storytelling technology and immersive experiences that keep us all coming back for more. Even…
Caesarstone Enters Global Porcelain Countertop Market Through Majority Ownership Acquisition of Lioli Ceramica
(September 1, 2020) Caesarstone Ltd. (NASDAQ: CSTE) announced today entering a transaction for the acquisition of majority ownership in Lioli Ceramica Pvt. Ltd. By entering the global porcelain category, Caesarstone achieves a significant milestone in its Global Growth Acceleration Plan. Lioli Ceramica Pvt. Ltd, an India-based producer of cutting-edge porcelain countertop slabs, operating one of…
Testing What Works for the Office of the Future
Chad Severson, CEO of Ergotron, a movement company focused on ergonomic innovation, knows first hand the challenges businesses are facing regarding reopening strategies for brick and mortar businesses and corporate spaces. Severson and his team are turning to innovation. One unique solution they’re using to figure out how best to adapt their workplace for…
Innovating Glass Manipulators for Glaziers
As society marches forward, many corners of the world’s industries and products get bigger and better – and glass installations are not exempt. In today’s modern architectural and design landscape, glass installation projects are getting more and more complex and scaling to new heights, requiring the safe installation of huge, heavy panes that pose serious…
How a Design Studio Created a Blueprint for Regenerative Architecture
Daniel Litwin was joined by Christiana Moss, founder and designer of Studio Ma, to talk about regenerative architecture and the benefits of net-zero-energy design. According to Christiana, net-zero-energy design, the core philosophy behind regenerative architecture, means “it essentially gives back more than it takes. It produces more energy than it consumes.” She went on…
Engineering Value: The Foundation Mount System and Acumen Projection Screens Class Up AV Solutions
It’s difficult to achieve the right mixture of classy and grandiose. Draper®️ has done just that with its Acumen™️ projection screen, one of a pair of new products. Older surface mounted projection screens can stand out too much in a room or space. But Monica Altman, Draper’s Sales Consultant for National Accounts, said the new offering…
How to Approach Design with Public Health in Mind: Build for Impact
The International WELL Building Institute has released its newly-developed WELL Health-Safety Rating building certification. Build for Impact host, LEED fellow, and WELL faculty member, Daniel Huard, addressed this hot topic in the Build for Impact podcast. Huard posed the questions, “Why is this rating important? Why does it matter now?” and took a deeper dive…
Fiberside Chat: The Evolution of GIS in the Telecom Industry
Fifteen years ago, the role of GIS in telecommunications networks was somewhat limited. Still, Michael Measels, VP Product Management, 3-GIS, and Patrick Huls, Senior Solutions Engineer at Esri, believe it’s a much different story. The migration from desktop-based to web-based operations took its time, but now the telecom world is ready to adapt cloud-based…
The Momentary in Bentonville Exemplifies Adaptive Reuse in the Modern Construction Industry
As the world collectively pushes for more sustainable processes and efforts across virtually every industry, construction is far from exempt. In fact, it may be one of the industries most primed to drive real change. In addition to using more sustainable materials and equipment, engaging in environmental best practices, and more, the very act of…
Business Casual: Has the Workplace Really Changed Forever in these 5 Ways?
The spread of the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic have altered the way we collectively view many aspects of global society, and work is among those aspects being critically examined. However, as a new normal begins to dawn, how much will the world’s workplaces actually change? On this Business Casual snippet, hosts Daniel…
Havelock Wool and Wayfarer Vans’ Partnership Makes Sure Adventurers Don’t Get Fleeced On Their Camping Van Builds
“The mountains are calling, and I must go,” naturalist John Muir is famous for saying. These days, however, you might not answer the call if you don’t have the right equipment. While Muir wandered the wilderness long before #VanLife became a thing (or hashtags were a thing), many adventurers still have his spirit. But…
The Future of the Modern Office in the Wake of COVID-19
As the world marches toward a return to business as usual – or some approximation of it – myriad questions linger about what office spaces will look like as a potential “new normal” dawns. In some ways, the world’s workforces and workspaces may be better prepared than you think. Regarding the technological landscape of the…
Celebrating Metrology’s Impacts on Global Trade
As a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies, Zygo Corporation’s mission is to enable customer success—from military and aerospace to medical and automotive—by delivering innovative precision optical and metrology solutions that exceed expectations. And as we countdown the days to World Metrology…
Business Casual: Looking Forward to the Post-Pandemic Office Landscape
Amid stay at home orders due to the COVID-19 crisis, the daily work lives of people around the world were upended by social distancing, resulting in a large-scale transition to remote workplaces for employees not considered essential. The biggest challenge employers faced was implementing the technology to ensure seamless connectivity and business as usual,…
Build For Impact: A New Green Building Podcast
A proponent of lifelong learning, Daniel A. Huard is a sought‐after green building expert also recognized as the Godfather of sustainability. Huard is launching Build For Impact, aiming to build a platform to allow for collaboration with some of the best minds in the world who focus on green design and sustainability. On…
Engineering Value: Diving into Draper’s Tailored Solar Control Solutions
On this episode of Engineering Value, a Draper podcast, host Tyler Kern was joined by Draper®️ Architectural Consultant – Solar Control Solutions Richard Wilson and Product Manager – Solar Control Solutions Clint Childress. The trio provided an in-depth look at the variety of custom, tailored solar control and shading solutions the company offers, which bring…
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