PORTLAND, ORE.—Viridian Reclaimed Wood announced the introduction of several new products to its line of engineered reclaimed hardwood flooring, according to Viridian co-owner Joe Mitchoff. The line extensions include American Classic White Oak, Old Growth Douglas Fir, Fishtail Oak, and the in-demand Rustic Jakarta Market Blend.“Engineered hardwood flooring is especially hot in commercial interiors,” Mitchoff said. “And we now have local manufacturing partners who can meet our demanding standards, enabling us to expand our line substantially.”American White Oak, originating from the Northeastern United States, is derived from reclaimed white oak used to ship heavy cargoes via railcar across the...

TORRANCE, CALIF.—LEDtronics, Inc. announces the newest member to its series of high-brightness, energy-efficient retrofit LED Recessed Downlights. The RDL32-4-12W series are Energy Star and UL/cUL listed, dimmable ceiling can-style downlights ideal for indoor use in architectural/décor lighting and commercial applications: hospitals and medical facilities, hotels and resorts. They only use 12 watts of energy and can replace halogen bulbs up to 75 watts—an energy savings of up to 80 percent.The RDL32-4-12W series fits 4-inch ceiling can openings. They come with pigtail wires connected to a quick-disconnect connector attached to a standard E26 Edison male screw base connector that can...

MIAMI—Eco-Terr terrazzo in “Murano White” is featured in the recently renovated Roosevelt Hotel in Miami Beach. Interior designer Martin Brudnizki chose Eco-Terr to help preserve the Art Deco architecture and design of the historic 388 room hotel set to open later this year. To meet with Brudnizki’s design, Coverings ETC produced custom sizes of Murano White, which is featured throughout the guest bathrooms. Made from cement and recycled marble and granite chips, standard sizes are 16” x 16” and 24” x 24”, but customization of size and color is available for large projects.Murano White is part of Coverings ETC’s...

LONGMONT, COLO.—Installing downlights with pin-based CFL or other pin-based lamps used to require the management of many parts, ballasts, drivers, lamps and finally the fixture itself. TERRALUX has eliminated the need for ballasts with the introduction of its D Series Downlights, streamlining the installation and maintenance process. Engineered for commercial applications, the modular LED downlights have efficacy above 85 lumens/watt. Energy consumption is 50 to 75 percent less than comparable pin-based CFL fixtures.  The D Series is available in multiple aperture sizes, from 6” to 10”, both round and square form factors. Light outputs range from 900 lumens (replacement...

COUNCE, TENN.—A recent demonstration project at Pickwick Landing State Park Resort has created excitement throughout the state’s park system about reducing energy usage and costs. The four-week study was a joint effort of TVA, Pickwick Electric Coop (PEC), and Tennessee Department of Energy and Conservation (TDEC). The result of the project: a 44 energy savings in the hotel rooms and 64 percent in the cabins—all without negatively impacting guest comfort convenience, according to park personnel.The study evaluated Energy Technologies Group’s S3E guestroom energy management system, which had consistently shown more than 40 percent energy savings in other parts of...

NASHVILLE, TENN.—The Hilton Garden Inn Nashville/Franklin Cool Springs, a full-service hotel located 14 miles outside of Nashville, has recently upgraded 10 of its guestrooms to make them more comfortable for people with asthma and allergies. The rooms were installed by PURE Solutions, which provides allergy travel accommodations at nearly 300 hotels nationwide.PURE Rooms are treated according to a patented seven-step process that kills and protects against 98 to 100 percent of viruses, bacteria and other harmful irritants. PURE technology creates a room that is more accommodating of asthma and allergy sufferers and also provides a more refreshing and rejuvenating...

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICH.—Crypton recently introduced C Zero, the latest weapon in the company’s arsenal of performance fabric solutions. C Zero is a new category of performance enhancements, one without the use of fluorinated chemistry, thereby having a minimal impact on the environment.  “C Zero is our first non-fluorinated fabric protection and we are thrilled to bring it to the marketplace,” said Randy Rubin, founder of Crypton. “It rounds out our family of offerings. While Crypton, Nanotex and INCASE are needed for cleaning oily food stains, C Zero offers excellent protection from water-based spills and the opportunity for a higher...

NEW ALBANY, MISS.—Master-Bilt, manufacturer and supplier of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration, announces the appointments of James Watkins as Regional Manager for the Mid-Atlantic/SE Sales Region and Brian McMillin as Customer Service Manager effective immediately.  “Brian and James have well-established, successful track records with tremendous experience,” says Bill Huffman VP Sales and Marketing, Master-Bilt. “They are strong additions to Master-Bilt and complement the experience of our team.”James Watkins has more than 15 years’ experience in the walk-in industry and has held positions as a Service Analyst, Inside Sales Representative, Regional Sales Manager, Customer Relations Manager, and most...

CHICAGO—Protect-A-Bed has launched a reusable, portable treatment bag, the ThermalStrike Ranger, designed to rid luggage of bed bugs. Using the similar heat technology that makes ThermalStrike heated luggage popular among travelers, the Ranger eliminates bed bugs by surrounding luggage with penetrating heat on all sides to destroy all stages of bed bugs and eggs.The Ranger is reusable and collapsible for easy storage. The durable unit is designed to treat carry-on and mid-sized suitcases ranging from 22" to 27". It features an integrated timer that immediately turns off the unit after the cycle is complete.This is the latest ThermalStrike product...

AUSTIN, TEXAS—Noesis Energy, the savings and financing platform for energy efficiency projects, has been selected by Affiliated Distributors to help its members close more energy efficiency projects. Affiliated Distributors has signed a licensing agreement with Noesis Energy to offer Noesis Financial Services to its top-tier members, known as EnergyForce Champions. With this suite of services, EnergyForce Champions can quantify and verify energy savings for their clients, develop more compelling project proposals, and include specialized efficiency financing with their proposals.Headquartered in Wayne, Pa., Affiliated Distributors is a community of independent distributors and manufacturers of construction and industrial products. Its more...