Top building products for October 2024
Building Design+Construction editors bring you the top building products for the month of October. Collected across a variety of building sectors, these products offer digital solutions, security protection, and promote aesthetic harmony.
From NanaWall's Clad 740 folding door solution to the Manor Collection of punched windows, here are 15 products being used in the industry today.
October 2024 Top 15 Building Products
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NW Clad 740 folding door solution
by NanaWall Systems
Featuring a slim profile consisting of quadruple laminated cross-grained wood in the interior and aluminum cladding on the exterior, the NW Clad 740 folding door solution unites sleek design and durability. Available in inswing or outswing options or corner designs, the folding glass door can achieve heights up to 9 feet 10 inches if panels are floor supported to accommodate diverse architectural designs. A sustainably harvested, single-species solid wood core supports the structure’s integrity, and its various sill options ensure water and air tightness.
Aurena bathroom collection
by Duravit USA
Inspired by the Golden Ratio for aesthetic harmony, the Aurena bathroom collection by designer Antonio Citterio bridges Italian elegance with a touch of modern, industrial style. The collection includes a freestanding bathtub, wall-mounted toilet, sinks, mirrors with integrated lighting and furniture options. Delivering a skillful balance of color and material, the collection incorporates fresh finishes—White High Gloss, White Satin Matte and Black Matte— that are complemented by accents of brushed stainless steel, delivering timeless silhouettes for high-end bath projects.
Gas Detection System for car park garages
by Systemair
Integrating with existing ventilation systems, the Gas Detection System for car park garages is designed for single or multi-zone applications where gas levels are monitored in real-time and provide early warnings of potential hazards, enhancing safety with consistent performance. Utilizing UL 2075-certified sensors, the system detects CO, NO2 and H2 emissions, and facility managers can tailor the system’s settings to suit their specific needs using intuitive controls and a user-friendly interface. A complement to the company’s Jet Fan product range, the company offers a comprehensive solution that enhances the indoor environment.
Decoustics Impressions
by CertainTeed
Blending innovation and design freedom, Decoustics Impressions delivers acoustical performance for ceilings or walls while fade-resistant digital printing technology offers 10 solid wood-look finishes in non-repetitive patterns. Available with low VOC components, the ceiling and wall solution is washable and disinfectable; climate and fade resistant; and available in custom sizes, shapes, forms and curving capabilities. The fully-engineered product arrives at a site ready for installation, and its lightweight construction seamlessly integrates with the Ceilencio Ceiling Suspension System for interior spaces.
ASSA ABLOY digital access security solution
by ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions
As a next step in strengthening security monitoring ASSA ABLOY has worked with Boston Dynamics on a digital access solution that allows Spot security patrol robots to unlock and open accessed-controlled automated doors autonomously. While the Spot robots were already equipped with a PTZ industrial video camera, thermal and audio sensor payloads, the collaboration adds embedded digital access credentials that communicate via Bluetooth with Signo readers from HID, allowing the robots to pass through compatible automated doors to patrol the exterior of facilities or to transit interior secured openings.
Revolution 54 Plus demountable glass wall partition system
by PurOptima
To help with managing interior floor tolerances, the Revolution 54 Plus demountable glass wall partition system debuts an adjustable base detail that, when paired with the deflection head and abutment system, adds up to ½ inch of extra adjustability. Ideal for both new construction and office retrofits, the upgraded system features a 2 ½-inch overall profile, which is only slightly larger than the existing 1- or 2-inch profiles but with greater flexibility within the base. Like the company’s other products, the adjustable base integrates Hydo CIRCAL aluminum for a reduced carbon footprint of 1.9 kilograms of CO2e/kilogram aluminum.
Crossville Argent 2.0 porcelain tile
by AHF Products
With a serene and tranquil palette conducive to learning, healing and introspection, the Crossville Argent 2.0 porcelain tile offers a timeless aesthetic that can resonate with traditional and contemporary sensibilities. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, the seven neutral tones of the collection suit residential and commercial floors, wet or dry interior walls or countertops, and can be paired with two complementing mosaic options. Made in Tennessee through the company’s EcoCycle Tile Process, the porcelain tile contains a minimum of 4% third-pary recycled content and is Green Squared Certified.
Stedox temporary braces
by Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong yet lightweight, Stedox temporary braces are designed for fast, precise installation. Ideal for mass timber construction, the braces feature a sturdy, ergonomic handle that allows a single operator to position each brace with ease. A built-in stop function that prevents the separation of the rod from the brace and stop-mark at the final locking position add safety and convenience for users. Two models deliver spans that range from 6 feet 3 inches to 16 feet 4 inches. These braces are distributed in North America exclusively by Simpson Strong-Tie.
FireLite products with ultraHD Technology
by Technical Glass Products and Air Louvers
Now an OEM partner of Technical Glass Products, Air Louvers offers FireLite, FireLite Plus, FireLite NT and WireLite NT fire-rated glass from its Bloomington, Minnesota, and Commerce, California, facilities. This partnership brings together fire-rated glazing products with fire-rated vision lites, delivering fire-rated door systems that meet code requirements without compromising on design. An expanded distribution provides professionals with quicker access to a wider range of fire-rated glazing solutions. FireLite products feature ultraHD Technology for improved color, clarity and surface quality as well as fire ratings ranging from 20 to 180 minutes.
Rockcycle take-back program
by Rockfon North America
Because stone wool can be repeatedly recycled while maintaining its essential performance properties, the Rockcycle take-back program ensures a sustainable choice to reduce waste from their projects and extend the material’s use beyond the project lifecycle. Qualified, end-of-life stone wool ceiling tiles and panels in North America will be received at ROCKWOOL factories in West Virginia and Mississippi, feeding back into the production cycle. This program is another step toward circularity across the product lifecycle and is now available in 21 countries, including the U.S. and Canada.
WALLcontrol Monolith VP Adhered AWB
by Siplast
Developed for commercial wall applications, the WALLcontrol Monolith VP Adhered AWB delivers three performance solutions: durable water resistance, high-performance vapor permeability and primerless adhesion. Forming a monolithic solid sheet with a sleek black finish, the UV-resistant membrane features a high-temperature stable, low-temperature application permeable acrylic adhesive with a split siliconized release liner. As part of the suite of WALLcontrol Air & Water-Resistive Barrier Systems, this barrier can contribute toward optimized energy performance and improved indoor air quality for building occupants.
Trane / Mitsubishi Electric HVRF indoor units
by Trane
The line of Trane / Mitsubishi Electric HVRF expands with two families of indoor units that can provide retrofits or new builds for multi-zone commercial buildings with the advantages of all-electric variable refrigerant flow (VRF) while helping manage life cycle costs and system efficiency. Using a unique two-pipe system, the all-electric heat pump delivers zoned comfort across buildings that require individual temperature settings to meet sustainability goals while complying with ASHRAE 15 2022 refrigerant requirements. Ceiling cassettes and wall-mounted options help enhance system flexibility.
Schindler MetaCore
by Schindler
To help enable building repurposing, the Schindler MetaCore provides an optimized traffic management platform that can serve different types of activities at one single location. The increase of a building’s flexibility using this elevator retrofitting system can assist the process of converting monofunctional towers into mixed-use ones. Configurations and applications—such as residential, office and/or hospitality—can be adapted as needed in real time while delivering a bespoke transport experience. A building’s elevator shafts do not need to be changed with this system, saving resources and time.
Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing
by Digger Specialties Inc.
Introduced as a second option, the Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing adds a 3 ⅝-inch mesh infill option, joining the 2 ⅜-inch stainless steel mesh infill railing. The railing system emphasizes safety, functionality and curb appeal for residential and commercial outdoor spaces. Offered in a choice of 4-, 5- and 6-foot pre-assembled sections in two heights, the railing comes in 12 colors with the option for textured or non-textured surfaces, plus accessories include residential or heavy-dute commercial IRC and IBC approved posts and base plates.
Manor Collection of punched windows
by Reflection Window + Wall (RWW)
Bringing its high-rise facade expertise to the residential and commercial markets, the Manor Collection represents the launch of the company’s punched window line, which features three distinct series: Calistoga, Rutherford and Oakville. The Calistoga Collection has an aluminum chassis, efficient insulating and sound attenuating properties. Constructed from extruded aluminum, the Rutherford Collection incorporates sleek, robust frames into its energy-efficient design. Representing the pinnacle of craftsmanship, the Oakville Collection delivers deep-profile windows that can endure demanding environments while offering expansive, unobstructed views.
