If green energy is heavy on your mind, visit IMBY, "In My Backyard" an online calculator from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory figures how long a green energy installation will take to pay back the initial investment at your location. The analytical tool helps homeowners, businesses and researchers to develop quick estimates of renewable energy production at locations throughout the continental United States, Hawaii, and northern Mexico. IMBY uses a Google Maps interface to allow users to choose with accuracy an advantageous location for a renewable energy system installation.

YKK AP introduced a new family of energy-efficient products. EnerGfacade, which includes ThermaShade comes in nominal projections of 24 in., 30 in., or 36 in, the pre-engineered, thermally broken sunshade offers a wide variety of louver/fascia combinations. This particular shading product comes in eight standard louver options, three different projectile styles and five standard fascia options.

Pureti photocatalytic surface treatments use ultraviolet photocatalytic technology (UV-PCO) to transform surfaces into sustainable, self-cleaning, air-purifying, and odor-eliminating materials. The technology uses energy from ultraviolet light to continuously and proactively break-down all organic materials, including grime, bio-film, smog-causing green house gases, harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and stubborn organic odors such as tobacco smoke or fire damage. Pureti Clear is specially developed for windows, solar panels, LED screens and polycarbonate surfaces. Other offerings, Pureti Clean, forms a durable, ultra-thin invisible film that oxidizes organic particles creating self-cleaning surfaces on buildings and facades and Pureti Fresh is specifically developed for textiles and fabrics to promote odor elimination. Treated surfaces will need to be cleaned half as often, dramatically reducing water, energy, chemicals and labor resources involved in the process.

The foliage of the Greenscreen green walls at the City of Tempe Transit Center help to deflect radiant energy from the adjacent surfaces, including roadway temperatures that can reach upwards of 140°F. Radiant temperatures do not permeate green walls, which respond well to the Arizona climate. The green walls connect commuters with the mixed-use facility, providing a welcome environment in the extreme climate. In addition to creating a natural aesthetic, the green walls contribute to overall project sustainability. The greenscreen installation integrates with a rainwater downspout, transferring the water into a bed of soil.

LoyaltyOne AIR MILES Reward Program Customer Care Centre in the City of Mississauga is one of the greenest facilities in Canada. The architect designed the exterior for a potential silver certification and consultants from Resco Energy specified HIT-205W photovoltaic panels from Sanyo to complete the largest rooftop PV Panel system installation in Canada, which generates enough electricity to cover the company's own usage for the building through the amount of power the solar installation will put back on to the grid.

Typically used in commercial farming and livestock environments, Big Ass Fans have made their way into the educational environment. Offering industrial performance, commercial style and proven energy savings, the fans increase natural ventilation in large areas of schools such as libraries, cafeterias and gymnasiums. Ideal for both new construction, as well as retrofits, the fans, move air silently and provide a more efficient way to improve airflow and cut energy costs. Big Ass Fans contribute to LEED credits in the following categories: Optimize Energy Efficiency; Enhanced Refrigerant Management; Increased Ventilation; Thermal Comfort, Design; and Innovation in Design.

Scratch, dent, and stain resistant veneers from Lamin-Art

For over 25 years, Veneer-Art® High-Performance Wood Veneer by Lamin-Art® has helped architects and designers address the challenge of surface durability in commercial environments by combining the natural beauty of real wood with the superior durability of high-pressure laminate.

Veneer-Art is made from real-not reconstituted-wood, and features the exclusive Tru-Grain™ finish which preserves the wood's natural texture while providing unmatched scratch, dent, and stain resistance. Available in 18 colors/species, Veneer-Art is an excellent choice for high-wear applications in today's healthcare, hospitality, corporate and retail settings.

Architectural Woven Wire Mesh

The recent completion of the new Los Angeles Police Department Headquarters' parking structure features a unique facade that is made with stainless steel woven wire mesh supplied by W.S. Tyler.

The stainless steel woven wire mesh was smartly used to "veil" the parking structure. A series of undulating panels, with a custom colorful leaf pattern, were designed to enhance the surrounding neighborhood.

The intent of the architect, JFAK Architects, was to "allow the building to breathe, provide security, and contribute to the transformation of the area as a home to the arts." The facade was installed by Metallon Specialties, Inc.

W. S. Tyler, a leading manufacturer of Architectural Woven Wire Mesh, provided assistance for the project from the design stages to final installation.

AP Anodized Plus®

YKK AP Anodized Plus® finish is used on our aluminum products for flawless color consistency and uniformity. This unique vertical anodizing process is a combined coating that features a high performance seal that greatly enhances resistance to damage from mortar, alkali, and other chemicals likely to come in contact with the framing system over the life of the building. The Anodized Plus finish combines the cost-effective features of an anodized surface with the performance of a painted finish to provide the most complete protection. Anodized Plus includes the industry's longest lasting warranty.

Free 2010 Petersen Aluminum Catalog At The Ire!

Petersen Aluminum Corporation's new 2010 catalog is now available! Visit Petersen at the IRE, Booth 1712 and pick up a free copy. PAC produces a complete line of architectural metal products, including Metal Roofing Panels, Exposed Fastener Panels, Snow Guards, Wall Panels, Composite Wall Panels, Column Covers, Soffit, Coping, Flashing, Trim and our PAC SOLAR SERIES. A strong national sales base allows PAC to maintain large inventories and provide cost economies to customers. Petersen's Color Palette meets cool roof certification requirements. Our "green" website — www.pacgreeninfo.com — has been created to inform you of the latest innovations regarding sustainability in the metals industry. PAC-CLAD®, a full Kynar 500®/Hylar 5000® paint system, with a 20 year non-prorated warranty, is available in 37 colors. Visit us at http://www.pac-clad.com or call 1-800-PAC-CLAD.