ATLANTA—The Las Vegas Convention Center selected approximately 2,000 Holophane DualBay high bay luminaires from Acuity Brands, Inc. to improve lighting and reduce costs in its 3.2 million-square-foot facility. Installed in the convention center’s central exhibit halls, DualBay high bay luminaires feature Holophane ISD Superglass reflectors, dual lamp technology, solid-state electronic ballasts, and a thermal management system to deliver better light quality, distribution and energy savings.“DualBay high bay luminaires have reduced the convention center’s energy consumption by nearly 40 percent while creating a vivid, uniformly lit environment with less glare and strain on the eyes,” said Joe Toro, electrical supervisor...

WATERFORD, N.Y.—Cascades Tissue Group today announced that the company’s Cascades Moka 100 percent recycled unbleached bathroom tissue has been honored with a first place finish in Green Manufacturer magazine’s 2013 Green Manufacturer’s Innovation Awards. The panel of judges praised Cascades for the product’s “outstanding features” and commitment to sustainability, as well as its low environmental impact compared to similar, traditional products. “We’re proud of this innovative product and pleased to receive recognition from such an esteemed publication,” said Suzanne Blanchet, Cascades Tissue Group CEO, who conceived and championed Cascades Moka bath tissue’s development. “The last several years have...

AUBURN, N.H.—Aquawing Ozone Injection Systems (AWOIS) LLC, Auburn, N.H., unveiled its new logo and branding scheme during “Clean 2013” in New Orleans. The new logo and brand better represent what makes Aquawing Ozone Laundry Systems unique in the marketplace. “The original logo was designed in the 1990s,” said vice president Brett Daniels. “It doesn’t accurately reflect the support and service we provide, or our level of product development and testing.” The new logo highlights a trio of water droplets and the brand—Aquawing Ozone Laundry Systems. The three droplets are arranged in the same triatomic manner as an ozone...

NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO—Moen Commercial has introduced a new portfolio of commercial-grade kitchen faucets—the M•Dura heavy-duty cast brass single-handle faucets.“The M•Dura line is thoroughly tested to stand up to the extreme wear and tear found in commercial applications, yet it also provides a stylish aesthetic not seen in most industrial faucets,” explained Kristin Meyers, marketing and product manager, Moen Commercial. “Plus, the faucets are backed by a five-year warranty against material or manufacturing defects—so our customers know they’re getting one of the best products on the market.”Featuring a heavy-duty, cast-brass body and Moen’s Duralast ceramic disc cartridge encased in a...

NEW YORK—Worksman Cycles, America’s oldest cycle manufacturer, announces an expanded and upgraded line of Industrial Cycles for the hospitality industry. Featuring bicycles, tricycles and even quadcycles, Worksman offers a complete range of Industrial Cycles for any lodging application including grounds and maintenance, housekeeping, security and activities.Long known for their “super-duty” capabilities—credit the fully lugged and hand-brazed steel frames, industrial rated axles, chains and rims and range of baskets, cabinets and platform—Worksman can now boast of their environmentally conscious benefits as well. Produced in its solar-powered factory in New York City, the cycles are finished with water-based, vegetable pigment paints....

BURLINGAME, CALIF.—Green Creative LLC, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer, announced the availability of its new Titanium LED Series 3.0 G25 8W decorative lamp.This latest entry to Green Creative’s lineup of Energy Star qualified products is one of the few G25 60W equivalent bulbs on the market. At only 8W, this dimmable lamp is ideal for decorative applications.The Green Creative G25’s 69 LPW efficacy is the highest among all other Energy Star qualified G25 LEDs. The lamp emits 550 lumens of warm diffused light in 2700K and replicates a 60W incandescent bulb. Ideal for Bathroom Vanities Knowing that some consumers have...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA—Concept Amenities, a global supplier of environmentally responsible hotel guest bath amenities, announced that 2013 will round out its 30th year in business. To celebrate its anniversary, the company will mark the occasion by unveiling a commemorative 30th anniversary logo which will be used in conjunction with the standard company logo throughout the year.“We are proud to celebrate this landmark achievement as it represents our resilience in an ever-changing industry.” said Michael Matulick, Concept Amenities CEO. “It has been a great 30 years but we don’t plan to rest any time soon. Our company will continue to drive...

DEARBORN, MICH.—In their second collaboration with Lauretano Sign Group, Adoba Hotel Dearborn is taking their sustainable journey to new heights. Dearborn’s skyline will now feature a new green hue, thanks to a sustainable sign that’s breaking ground in the world of outdoor illumination. The Adoba Dearborn/Detroit location across the street from the Ford World Headquarters is taking every sustainable element into consideration, Lauretano Sign Group has created a landmark exterior sign package with several green features. For instance, the sign is illuminated by GE LED systems that contain no mercury, lead, or glass. Energy savings will amount to...

ANN ARBOR, MICH.—NSF Sustainability, a division of global independent public health organization NSF International, has verified an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for a broad variety of nylon carpet styles and colors manufactured by Mannington Commercial and backed with their rEvolve modular backing system. EPDs are transparent product environmental attribute reports used by government purchasers, green builders and owners, architects and interior designers to help make more informed product decisions in selecting products that meet their environmental purchasing goals.“As one of the first companies in their industry to release a third-party verified EPD, Mannington is demonstrating their commitment to environmental...

RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, introduces new OPTispray Rinsing Technology and ECO Cycles to the UniLinc control system. These new features reduce water use and improve time and energy savings on the UW45 and UW65 machines while producing a superior rinsing result. OPTispray is a state-of-the-art spray rinse technology that allows OPL operators to minimize water use with highly effective rinsing. The exclusive technology delivers optimized rinsing through unique bath and spray rinse intelligence, which can provide a 12 percent faster cycle rinse time and increased throughput. Superior to bath rinsing alone, OPTispray’s spray...