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What InfoComm 2019 Taught Us about Video Conferencing Solutions
The modern-day business is not often confined to one building. Long-distance communication has become seamless, and AV providers have been tasked with improving conferencing across the world. From improved cameras and better projectors for video conferencing to a more fluid wireless experience, workers expect remote meetings to be as smooth as in-person gatherings. Carl…
VENTCOOL DELIVERS ULTRA-QUIET, FREE COOLING
VentCool whole house fans consume 90% less energy than traditional HVAC mechanical cooling. VentCool whole house fans or attics fans depending on what part of the country you live in are ultra-quiet and cool the entire home naturally by replacing hot indoor air with cool indoor air.Its a process called thermal mass cooling. VentCool circulates…
IntelliFinishing Smart Controls: A Critical Component for a Flexible Automated Finishing System
In the world of automated finishing systems, not every solution is created equal. There are real differentiators that can improve and streamline processes while increasing both productivity and quality. With its unique friction-driven conveyor, efficient washers and ovens, and recipe-based smart controls, the IntelliFinishing automated finishing system can increase throughput by 20%, nearly eliminate downtime,…
MarketScale Mornings: Is the Future of Manufacturing ‘Made In America’?
The manufacturing supply chain has become a completely global ecosystem. With that comes a wealth of trading partners, suppliers and customers, many of which have a helping hand in keeping prices low. However, international partners bring with them geopolitical forces that can throw a wrinkle in an entire business stream. Such is the case…
Putting Robots to Work for Safer Glass Installation
Suction cups and manpower. At one time, that was how most all glass was installed because there were no other means to place these large, fragile building materials in place. Thankfully, technology and construction equipment have evolved to make glass installation safer with less risk of breakage. Today on MarketScale’s AEC Podcast, host Tyler…
Green Architecture – Drones Spraying Shotcrete
Milan’s design week in April witnessed an innovative drone contribution towards the process of building infrastructure with natural materials- aspects of earth architecture. In a project by the name ‘terramia’ the Spanish architecture firm MuDD used drones that spray a cement-like substance onto fabric to construct lightweight structures. MuDD architects collaborated with canya viva, summum engineering and…
The Fourth Revolution: It’s Time for Machine Builders to Take IIoT Seriously
In almost any industry, IoT has become not only a consideration but a necessity, and many have already embraced and adopted it. Manufacturing has certainly seen the opportunities that come with integrating IoT, especially when it comes to cloud-based historical data on machine performance. Are the machine builders on board with this transformation, though?…
High Speed Train Loadout Made Possible by Kasa Controls & Automation
Kasa Automation Delivers Excellence in Efficiency for Rail Terminal in Kansas’ Biggest Wheat Producing County The grain industry continues to grow in the U.S., requiring more storage and facilities. As farming practices have improved, yields are greater. That means those in the industry are busy building new facilities with the most up-to-date technology. This is…
Look Out for Your Roof and It Will Look Out For Your Business
Every roof is an expensive building asset and should be protected. However, by the time most people show concern for their roof, it’s too late. Protecting it before issues arise will significantly extend the life of your roof, save money, reduce the risk of building damage, and provide a significant increase in property value. Fortis…
How to Maximize the Value of Video Marketing
We’ve discussed before how video marketing is the best way to build your brand and heighten your exposure. It allows you to share your story, inform your audience and educate viewers all while keeping their attention and increasing SEO. Because of this, video marketing content is everywhere. You see them in paid ads, explainers, landing page videos…
The Differences Between Calendered and Extruded Vinyl Films
There are two main ways to produce vinyl films: calendering and extrusion. Each of these industrial processes can be used to produce a range of film and sheet products with distinct qualities. As with any manufacturing process, there are advantages and disadvantages to each approach. What is Calendering? In calendering, raw materials enter a mixing…
Element Sessions: The Rise of “Resi-mercial” Design
Office spaces have long been attached to the stigma of being cold, grey rooms filled with an endless sea of cubicles. The design of office spaces today, though, is turning the idea that workspaces must be bland and sterile on its head. On this first episode of Element Sessions, we were joined by Element…
Honoring the Best of the Composite Industry at JEC Chicago 2019
Photos courtesy of Nelly Baron, Communication and Marketing Director, JEC Group The composites industry has a wide-ranging set of applications for other fields of work, and these uses were discussed at the JEC Chicago Forum this week. The two day conference concluded yesterday but not before 201 delegates attended, 400 professional visits were made, 490…
Why New Orleans is the Capital of Clean this Week
The laundering, drycleaning and textile care industry is gathering in New Orleans this week for its biennial conference, the Clean Show. This year’s event takes place in New Orleans, La. and will offer more than 25 hours of educational programming. It will also be a showcase for professionals from small businesses to industrial cleaning…
POLYGON IS THE SLAM DUNK IN BASKETBALL COURT REPAIR
The road to the Final Four is paved in maple, and so are the majority of gymnasiums at every level of competition across North America. However, when a once beautiful hardwood gym floor begins to show defects, changes in wood moisture are likely the culprit. Small changes in each board can have a large impact…
Find Out How Drone Tech Can Impact Your Business
Will Drone Tech Impact Your Job Site? In recent years, the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems—commonly called drones—has grown beyond anyone’s expectations. It is predicted that by the year 2021 commercial drone use in the United States will expand tenfold. We are entering a technological era in which drones can be used for minimizing…
The Discussion on Sustainable Materials Is Shifting (Slowly But Surely)
Over time, consumers become more familiar with the vast options for high-quality, sustainable building materials, but how is the conversation coming along on an industry-wide level? On this episode of the AEC podcast brought to you by Marketscale, host Tyler Kern sits down with Andrew Legge, founder of Havelock Wool, and Mike Horgan, design-builder…
Could Composites Play a Critical Role in the Restoration of the Notre Dame Cathedral?
On April 15, the world watched as the famed Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris burned. The structure sustained considerable damage, but as the smoke cleared, the country pledged its intent to rebuild with over $1 billion raised for the efforts. As the funding grows and many leading experts become involved to develop a plan to…
NeoCon Celebrates 51 Years of Commercial Design This Week
For the fifty-first year, NeoCon returns to the Chicago Merchandise Mart to showcase the best of the commercial design world. This year’s edition is currently underway and concludes on June 12. According to the conference website, 500 leading companies and more than 50,000 professional designs are in attendance this week. Tomorrow’s final keynote address, “Do…
The Fourth Revolution: How is a Skilled Labor Shortage Affecting Manufacturing?
Though the unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in recent memory, the skilled labor shortage doesn’t show any signs of letting up. On this episode of The Fourth Revolution by Bartell, host Daniel Litwin sat down with Randy Wolken, President & CEO of MACNY, the Manufacturers Association of Central New York to discuss…
Tile Makers Like Crossville Are Setting New Bars for Sustainability
Sustainability continues to drive the future of AEC as regulations push for more ecologically conscious business practices and more consumers demand eco-responsibility from manufacturers and builders. But manufacturers of building materials are taking the cue as they, too, look for more eco-friendly methods of processing natural materials. In this episode of the AEC Podcast,…
The Marking Minute: Maintaining Consistency While Creating Custom Products
When you think about the world of marking products and engineered films, you may think it’s a one-size-fits-all approach. Our guest today couldn’t disagree more. Most applications require specific formulations to meet the needs of that specific project, and many different factors impact formulation, both internal and external. Stephen Janak, chemical engineer at Presco,…
Should We Tax Robots on the Factory Floor?
Have you heard of the concept of robot taxation? It’s an idea that pushes for more taxes on companies that use robots over human labor, and supporters have a fierce advocate in their corner: Bill Gates. But does it make sense in the modern world, one in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution…
Why a Shortage of Accountants Could be on the Horizon
While you may have seen headlines about labor shortages in construction, pro AV, or manufacturing, one particularly puzzling shortage of labor is emerging in the accounting/CPA field. On this episode of the Software & Technology podcast brought to you by MarketScale, host Daniel Litwin sits down with Megan Weis, Vice President and General Manager…
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