Mass wall assemblies just got simpler and smarter

Posted by Rockwool , April 2, 2025 - Envelope, Industry News

ROKWOOL NEWS: The challenge of balancing thermal performance, vapor, and air control in concrete and masonry mass wall assemblies just got simpler. And smarter. Introducing ROCKWOOL Smartrock® – the game-changing, interior continuous insulation board that's transforming how we approach mass wall design by integrating smart vapor technology for better performance and easier installation. Read More

Kingspan – Attention all graduates!

Posted by Kingspan North America , March 3, 2025 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

Kingspan- We’re looking for ambitious graduates to join us in: • Engineering & Operations • Technical & R&D • Commercial • Business • Finance If you love a challenge and want to make a real impact, this is your chance to help shape the future of Kingspan - while building a dynamic, exciting, and fast-paced career for yourself. Join a global, innovative, and rewarding company committed to accelerating a net-zero…

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects – Castle III Begins Construction

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , February 26, 2025 - Architects, Industry News

The groundbreaking ceremony for Castle III, a new supportive housing building, was celebrated by Partner Mark Ginsberg and Associate Christine Berry, Stanley Richards, President and CEO of The Fortune Society, and elected officials. Our second large-scale project for Fortune, Castle III will provide long-term housing solutions for justice-involved people experiencing homelessness, and low-income residents and families of East Harlem, in an 82-unit all-electric residence built to Passive House energy efficiency…

Paul A. Castrucci Architects: We’re Halfway There!

Posted by Paul A. Castrucci Architects , February 3, 2025 - Construction, Industry News

Feels like just yesterday we were breaking ground alongside Brisa Builders Corp/ Brisa Builders Development LLC, but now Grace’s Place is halfway to the finish line.  With our 9th floor / roof plank successfully installed, Mega Contracting Group is moving forward with interior work, and doing a bang-up job!  15 months to top-out is unheard of for a building of this scale. This marks a significant milestone toward our November…

Partel EXOPERM MONO SA 250-Self-Adhesive Monolithic Breather Membrane

Posted by Braden Kabez , January 29, 2025 - Industry News

We’re thrilled to share that our EXOPERM MONO SA 250 membrane has been successfully tested and applied in Arizona's challenging weather conditions! 🌡️ Arizona brings some of the toughest environmental factors, including: ✅ Intense Heat: Temperatures soaring above 40°C (104°F). ✅ UV Exposure: Prolonged sun exposure requires materials with exceptional UV stability. ✅ Low Humidity: Desert-like conditions that challenge the durability of building materials. ✅ High Winds: Strong gusts during…

SOCOTEC Acquires Ninyo & Moore, Doubling Its Size in the United States and Strengthening Environmental & Infrastructure Services

Posted by SOCOTEC , January 9, 2025 - Energy, Industry News

SOCOTEC USA proudly announces the acquisition of Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants, a trusted leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental services, and materials testing. This acquisition not only doubles our size in the United States, but also strengthens our presence in the western U.S., adding 16 offices across California, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Texas, and Utah – growing our team to over 1,300 professionals nationwide! Learn More

C+GA – The “Innovation Roundup”

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , December 23, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

The “Innovation Roundup” of Building Design+Construction Media’s 2024 Multifamily Annual Report explored C+GA’s use of custom Passive House window systems on projects like 4697 Third Avenue to demonstrate that energy efficient and healthy homes can be a baseline in affordable housing. “These novel double-window systems allow for AC units to be closed off and thermally isolated from the interior during winter months, resulting in energy savings, lower operational costs, and reduced…

SOCOTEC USA – The holiday season is in full swing

Posted by SOCOTEC , December 21, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

The holiday season is in full swing at SOCOTEC USA, and our team has been spreading cheer in the best way possible! From festive holiday parties to our highly anticipated Ugly Sweater Contest, we’ve been celebrating the joy, laughter, and camaraderie that make this time of year so special. These moments remind us that it’s the people who make SOCOTEC such an incredible place to be. Thank you to every…

Ice Air – Spotlight on Innovative Multifamily & Apartment Solutions

Posted by Ice Air, LLC , December 20, 2024 - HVAC, Industry News

Ice Air and Steven Winter Associates Super-efficient, compact heat pump solution that doesn’t strain the grid. BOOST: NYSERDA investment $255,000 BREAKTHROUGH: Traditional heat pump designs often require back-up electric resistance heating on cold days, which is inefficient. Ice Air, a manufacturer located in Westchester County, NY, and Steven Winter, a building efficiency consultant agency, with an office in Manhattan, commercialized a package terminal heat pump (PTHP). The PTHP avoids the…