EAST LONGMEADOW, MASS.—Excel Dryer, Inc., a family-owned and operated manufacturer of touchless, high-efficiency hand dryers, is benefiting from its longstanding commitment to producing high-quality, American-made products, a strategy that has effectively insulated the company from the impact of import tariffs. “Excel’s mission has always been to design and manufacture quality American-made products that are dependable, and people like to use,” said Executive Vice President and COO William Gagnon. “It’s in our DNA.” XLERATOR Hand Dryers are the only ones with Made in USA certification, built with parts from domestic supplier partners and manufactured in Massachusetts. As most of the top hand...

YUCCA VALLEY, CALIF.—Star Tile presents Kaiyo, its newest handcrafted tile, designed to bring movement, emotion, and mental clarity to interior and exterior environments. Inspired by ocean waves and informed by the principles of neuroscience, Kaiyo is a full-on sensory experience. “Our brains are wired to recognize and respond to natural patterns,” explained Andrea Keller, Co-founder of Star Tile. Rooted in the natural order of the Fibonacci sequence, Kaiyo takes fragments of the spiral it forms and places it within asymmetrical hexagon shapes, sculpted to evoke flowing water, and capture the motion and time of a growing wave in ceramic form....

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added an Anacove Case Study to the Vendor Case Studies section of its website. The case study details how HDG Legacy, a developer and management company, has benefited from Anacove’s unique AI- and Cloud-powered Smart Thermostats, Leak Detection and Asset Management systems. “We started using Anacove Smart Thermostats in July 2024 at the Holiday Inn Express Crystal River, and based on historical data and usage, electricity costs on our utility bills are 35.94 percent lower per occupied room,” says Navroz F. Saju, Founder and Principal at HDG Legacy. “The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Silver...

COOPERSBURG, PA.—Lutron Electronics, a global leader in architectural lighting, window treatment, and control solutions, introduces expanded wireless innovations for its myRoom XC cloud-connected guestroom system. myRoom XC is the keystone of Lutron’s complete hospitality solution. In addition to offering automated lighting, shading, and temperature control for guestrooms, myRoom XC works alongside Lutron’s Athena control system for amenity spaces and HomeWorks control system in residences to form a unified solution that can be reviewed and managed from a single dashboard. “For over 60 years, Lutron has been a leader in hospitality lighting, existing in over 62,000 guestrooms worldwide and trusted by...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIF.—Noritz America, as part of an ongoing program to enhance its entire product offering in 2025, recently introduced an upgraded version of its flagship commercial unit, the NCC199CDV Pro Condensing Tankless Water Heater. Engineered for a wide range of heavy-duty commercial applications, the new Energy-Star-rated NCC199 CDV Pro incorporates several new, installer- and end-user-friendly features, while retaining an industry-best, 10-year warranty on its dual stainless steel heat exchangers. “The goal with these enhancements,” explains Jason Fleming, Noritz Executive Vice President and General Manager, “is to make the NCC199CDV Pro an even more compelling choice for facility owners and managers...

MIAMI—DecoScape, a new force in upscale outdoor furniture, introduces the Eclipse Collection, a striking new line that merges clean, abstract forms with exceptional functionality. Designed with a modern aesthetic and engineered for comfort, Eclipse offers a range of seating options, each featuring a laid-back reclined design option complemented by a matching table—perfect for creating relaxing and inviting outdoor spaces. Defined by strong geometric lines and a minimalist yet powerful presence, Eclipse balances bold structure with effortless adaptability. Crafted from a powder-coated aluminum frame and composite slats, the collection showcases a refined material composition that is both durable and visually striking. The...

ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, North America’s largest water heater manufacturer, announced the company received a 2025 Silver Edison Award for its new line of high efficiency gas tankless water heaters. Recognized under the “Sustainable Consumer Products” category, A. O. Smith’s Adapt with X3 Scale Prevention Technology is the world’s first tankless water heater with fully integrated scale prevention technology, which extends the product’s lifetime by three times and eliminates the need for costly annual maintenance. The Edison Awards, named after the American inventor Thomas Alva Edison, has recognized world-changing innovations and the brilliant minds behind them since 1987. “A. O. Smith has been at the...

FAIRFIELD, N.J.—Garden on the Wall (GOTW), the award-winning leader in turnkey, maintenance-free preserved garden installations, announces the debut of its newest biophilic concept, “Slice of Nature,” at NeoCon 2025, held June 9 to 11 at The Mart in Chicago. Attendees are invited to experience this immersive exhibit at Booth #7-6021 on the 7th Floor. Designed to evoke the tranquil topography of rolling hills, “Slice of Nature” is a multidimensional garden installation sculpted over a Rhino-modeled base and brought to life with a vivid tapestry of preserved moss species. Subtle integration of a sculptural tree trunk component further deepens the narrative—illustrating the layered beauty of landscapes shaped by...

SAN DIEGO—Kirei, a provider of sustainable acoustic design materials, introduces Plaza Cloud, a part of the Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Mezzo Collection, a new suite of acoustic solutions designed to bring harmony to interior environments. Inspired by musical dynamics, the Mezzo Collection offers a balance of sound control and aesthetic refinement, allowing designers to craft spaces that are both functional and beautifully composed. A cloud and a grid in one, the Kirei Plaza Cloud reinvents ceiling design through modularity and acoustic performance. Measuring 36" x 36", each square unit can stand alone or be combined with others. The cloud’s innovative construction and beveled edges...

DULUTH, MINN.—Loll Designs, the made-in-the-USA outdoor furniture design manufacturer, received the distinctive GOLD certification under the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) rating system. Awarded by Green Business Certification Inc., a leading independent sustainability and health certification body, TRUE helps facilities measure, improve, and maximize zero waste performance through sustainable waste management and reduction practices, contributing to positive environmental and global health impacts. Founded on principles of thoughtful design, the responsible use/reuse of recycled materials, and a deep appreciation for the environment, Loll embodies what it means to be a sustainable product, process, and company. Today, Loll is proud to...