Rulon - has been manufacturing wood ceilings and acoustical wood walls for over 25 years, and has been an FSC® Chain-of-Custody certificate holder for 10 years! Rulon’s state-of-the-art headquarters and manufacturing facility was built from the ground up to reflect their environmental consciousness and promotes clean, efficient production practices. Their facility is located in Saint Augustine, Florida.
VT Industries - is family-owned and operated, and has grown to become the industry leader in Architectural Wood Doors and Stone Surfaces, as well as Fine Laminate Countertops. Their manufacturing techniques are constantly monitored and adapted to ensure environmental responsibility. VT manufactures their doors and countertops with sustainable materials, offering recycled, FSC certified, GREENGUARD Certified, and no added urea-formaldehyde products.
Spectra Seating - is engaged in the business of manufacturing booths to the hospitality industry. They have established a 20-year record of making quality restaurant and commercial furniture to meet the stringent on-time demands this industry requires. They also offer re-upholstery service on large renovation projects.
Whitehawk Construction - is a Commercial Union Contractor specializing in higher-end Millwork Installations in the areas of Private Institutions, Hospitals, Colleges, Retail, Laboratory Fit-ups Gaming and Landmark Historic Restorations. Representing over 35 years of experience in the business they have developed a reputation as a firm capable of handling the more challenging work while maintaining the highest level of detail in every situation. Whether the project requires 2 workmen or 100, they have a history of completing our projects on time and without compromise. Their work is their signature and they welcome your review.
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High Density Exterior Hardwoods in Sustainable Design
High Density Exterior Hardwoods in Sustainable Design
Course Description:
This course focuses on the usage and function of high-density exterior hardwoods in sustainable design projects. Topics explored include; sustainable yield harvesting, life cycle assessment, project design utilizing sustainable design principles and more.
Course# IPE223 (1 hour face to face instructor led. 1.0 SD/HSW/LU Credits)
Course# IPE223 (1 hour face to face instructor led. 1.0 SD/HSW/LU Credits)
- Learning Objective 1: Participants will be able to recognize, identify and specify high-density exterior hardwood products harvested by sustainable yield forestry methods.
- Learning Objective 2: Participants will learn about current sustainable yield forestry options available including FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and IBAMA/SEMA methodology.
- Learning Objective 3: Participants will review a life cycle cost analysis case study, comparing high-density exterior hardwoods and other currently available material options.
- Learning Objective 4: Participants will explore project design opportunities utilizing the principles of sustainable design with high-density exterior hardwood products.
Course presented by Chris Nolan, of General Woodcraft
- 12:00 - 1:00 pm — Lunch
- 1:00 - 1:20 pm — Sponsor Presentations
- 1:20 - 1:30 pm — FSC Presentation
- 1:30 - 2:00 pm — Learning Objective 1 & 2
- 2:00 - 2:20 pm — Sponsor Presentations
- 2:20 - 3:00 pm — Learning Objective 3 & 4
- 3:00 - 3:30 pm — Q & A Session
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