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Upcoming Shows
Feb. 22 to 24, 2010, New Orleans
The 2010 Int’l Roofing Expo is the roofing industry’s leading commercial and residential marketplace. The event brings roofing professionals face to face with manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers in a high-impact selling environment designed to inspire, inform, and entertain.
March 24 to 26, 2010, Las Vegas
ISC West is the largest annual show for specifiers interested in security-related systems such as access control, biometrics, CCTV, burglar and fire alarms, systems integration, and wireless communication.
May 12 to 14, 2010, Las Vegas
Lightfair International is the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference. The annual event blends continuing education courses with innovative products ranging from high-end design to cutting-edge technology.
June 10 to 12, 2010, Miami, FL
The annual AIA National Convention offers a comprehensive schedule of continuing-education programs, tours, special events, and added attractions, as well as hundreds of leading-edge companies exhibiting their products and services.
June 14 to 16, 2010, Chicago
NeoCon World’s Trade Fair is the largest North American exhibition of contract furnishings for the design and management of the built environment. NeoCon features the latest trends, products, and concepts in office, healthcare, hospitality, residential, institutional, and government environments, all under one roof at Chicago’s famous Merchandise Mart.
March 2010
"A" Is For Automation
A public/private partnership delivers funding to upgrade aging educational facilities with HVAC, security equipment, and building-automation systems.
Investing In Daylight
Natural light helps school children learn and grow, but heat gain can be a problem. DOE modeling software calculates the energy performance of various glazing options.
The ABCs Of School Security
An IP-based CCTV surveillance system monitors students, staff, and unauthorized visitors to campus. Cameras create a record of bullying, vandalism, and theft.
Hospitals Plan For 'Just In Case'
Hospitals are required to have backup power. But instead of relying on one large industrial-class engine, consider a backup system of integrated and paralleled smaller engines.
Fit To a T
A foodservice warehouse is renovated with 50 new skylights and an EPDM roof.
Ductless HVAC Cools An Arkansas Hotel
An 80-year-old landmark in an historic-preservation district is renovated with modern-day amenities.
Protecting A Park-And-Ride Commuter Lot
An analog system of 100 video cameras monitors a nine-level public garage with 3,000 parking spaces.
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