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Welcome to the MillerClapperton Friday5 e-newsletter where you will stay up to date on all the industry news and updates, as well as what we are working on here at MillerClapperton in 5 quick points!
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What’s happening behind the panel is just as import to the integrity of the structure as it is to the safety of the building’s occupants. It is recommended that as a minimum, every medium- and high-rise building should only be clad and insulated with non-combustible materials that don’t emit significant toxic smoke when exposed to fire.
This unique insulation from Roxul has many added benefits since it is made from stone wool fibers, which is inherently non-combustible and can resist temperatures up to 1832º F. And, since it has minimal organic content, it will not produce significant toxic smoke. The compressed layers of rock wool create an end-product that is also moisture resistant and offers significant sound proofing capabilities.
Watch the video below to see how Roxul performs under testing.
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See How Roxul Insulation Performs During Testing
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Interested in learning how rock wool insulation is made? Click Here
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Have you ever wondered why or how something was invented? While the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) specializes in outer space and beyond, a lot of its work has made its way into our everyday lives here on Earth. NASA has a unique Spinoff program you’ve probably never heard of, where scientists and engineers are tasked with finding ways to adapt NASA inventions for terrestrial life.
Many things that we consider commonplace in our daily lives have come from such space innovations; think “invisible” braces and the nutrients in baby formula. Most interesting though, is the development of shock absorbers for buildings and bridges. Originally invented to control the energy of arms used to support a spacecraft during launch, the engineers developed a shock system that controls suspended movement. Now, more than 550 buildings and bridges use the same technology, primarily in the world’s cities where earthquakes are more likely.
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High Pressure Laminate (HPL) material is produced by saturating multiple layers of kraft paper with phenolic resin. A layer of printed décor paper is placed on top of the kraft paper before pressing. The resulting sandwich is fused together under heat and pressure (more than 1,000 PSI). Because phenolic and melamine resins are thermoset plastics, the curing process transforms the resin into plastic by a cross linking process that converts the paper sheets into a single, rigid laminated sheet. Thermosetting creates strong, irreversible bonds that contribute to HPL’s durability. Because HPL panels consist of thermosetting resins, homogeneously reinforced with up to 70% wood based fibers, a majority of the used raw materials (i.e. recycled materials) are sustainable.
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Weather resistant. Color stable: HPL panels perform exceptionally well outdoors, consistently ranking at high classifications for UV-resistance and color stability. No coating or protective cover needed. Closed, pore-free surfaces limit dirt accumulation, keeping the surface smooth and easy to clean.
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Solid. Sturdy: Consistent and highly dense throughout, HPL panels hold bolts, screws and other fixings solidly. With good compressive and tensile strength as well as excellent pullout and impact resistance, these panels are easily machined and workable.
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HPL panels are perfect for use in innovative and functional ventilated façade systems. Used on its own or as a highlight in combination with other materials, HPL panels can determine the look and underline the qualities of a building.
To learn more about HPL, visit MillerClapperton.
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American Red Cross Southern Blood Services Region Headquarters
In honor of the 6th Annual Ted S. Miller Memorial Blood Drive today, we thought it would only be fitting to feature the American Red Cross Southern Blood Services Region Headquarters in Douglasville, Georgia. MillerClapperton completed the fabrication and installation of soffits, canopies, and column covers on the American Red Cross Southern Blood Services Region Headquarters in 2006.
To learn more about the Annual Ted S. Miller Memorial Blood Drive, visit our blog. |
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American Red Cross Southern Blood Services Region Headquarters
Location: Douglasville, GA
Material: Metal Composite Material
Product: Alucobond
Architect: EwingCole
General Contractor: DPR Construction
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Mercedes-Benz Headquarters
MillerClapperton is currently working on the new $93 million Mercedes-Benz Headquarters in Sandy Springs, GA. The 250,000-square-foot facility rests on 12 acres and will house approximately 1,000 MBUSA employees. MillerClapperton is currently installing 5,000 linear-feet of fabricated sunshades along with custom brackets that were also engineered specifically for this project. In addition to the sunshades, MillerClapperton will contribute over 12,000 square-feet of MCM by Reynobond and 3,500 square-feet of profiled panels by Kalzip in two custom colors, Silver Shadow and Bright Silver, plus install 3,000 square-feet of Vert-A-Cade screen wall panels. The headquarters will include a “technology center” where engineering services and product testing will be performed while also featuring a coffee shop, fitness center, and a child care facility.
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Mercedes-Benz USA Inc. (MBUSA) Headquarters
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
Material: Metal Composite Material, Single Skin, Screenwalls, Sunshades
Products: Reynobond, Kalzip, Construction Specialties
Architect: Gensler
General Contractor: Skanska USA Building Inc.
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