BCI Burke introduces its new Daisy Spinner for kids aged two to five. For strength, coordination, and balance improvements, the play component develops vestibular stimulation and kinesthetic awareness, according to the company. The spinner is a great addition to existing play areas as an in-ground or surface mount structure. Designed for durability, the Daisy Spinner is available in seven colors. Its Generations Warranty provides a 5-year to 100-year limited protection.
PETALUMA, Calif., and WOODBURY, Minn. — Classroom audio technology specialist FrontRow and AV and command-and-control products producer Calypso Systems recently announced their merger. The new entity will operate under the FrontRow name and offer a suite of technologies that schools can use to improve communication within classrooms, between classrooms and with students at home.
DAVIS, Calif. — The University of California, Davis earned its third LEED Platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for its new 83,000-square-foot complex.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Swiss-based Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction announced winners of the third annual International Holcim Awards, with $300,000 awarded amongst ten diverse projects from Canada and the U. S.
DENTON — The University of North Texas’ (UNT) Apogee Stadium recently earned LEED Platinum certification, marking the first newly constructed collegiate football stadium in the nation to achieve the Platinum level.
The UNT System led the project, with design by Dallas-based HKS Sports & Entertainment Group and construction by the Dallas office of Manhattan Construction Co.
CHICAGO — Construction of a new $64 million residence hall has begun at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
The project is the third phase of a program to replace six residence halls at the university,
known informally as the ‘Six Pack,’ along with construction of a new dining and residential programs building.
Promotion — Proteus On-Demand leases flexible, modular units to create needed classroom or multi-functional space. Unlike trailers, Proteus units feature interior hallways and functional restrooms. All turn-key solutions are immediate, cost effective, relocatable and catered to fit your school’s needs.
Promotion — Delivering some of the most efficient, cost-effective HVAC solutions in the market, Lennox is a bright spot for schools across the country. The SunSource® Commercial Energy System collects free, clean energy from the sun, feeds it directly into Lennox’ solar-ready Energence® rooftop unit, and supplies any excess electricity to other electric devices or back to the power grid. Designed to reduce energy spending and emissions, the SunSource system can provide effective efficiency levels of up to 34 SEER and beyond.
Designed to give classrooms a fresh and modern look, the Intellect Wave 4-Leg Chair by KI’s shell design features a passive flexing and wider back for ergonomic comfort and support while its integral handle enables easy movement. Offered in various colors and finishes, the Wave Chair uses elliptical tubing and lightweight, pliable poly shells that resist scratching, fading, chipping and denting to withstand tough classroom use. With its low maintenance service and 15-year warranty, the Wave Chair can adapt to any environment, according to the company.
