Critics file suit against new Sutter hospital

SANTA ROSA, UPDATED 4:20 p.m. – A lawsuit has been filed by opponents of Sutter Health’s planned new hospital next to the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts – less than a week after the Sacramento-based health organization celebrated a ground breaking ceremony for the $284 million project meant to replace the seismically unsafe Chanate Facility.

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Curtainwalls

Curtainwalls by architectural aluminum products manufacturer Kawneer Co. recently helped a major sports arena achieve LEED Gold certification. The company’s 1600 Wall System 1 was used to provide natural light into the downtown-facing side of the 735,000-square-foot Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pa., home of the Pittsburgh Penguins professional hockey team.   
 
 

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Water-Saving Showerheads

Hansgrohe added several new water-saving showers to its lineup. The Raindance and Croma product series provides an array of high-end shower and handheld models that feature a 20 percent savings in water usage, according to the company. The Raindance models also feature Hansgrohe’s patented AIR-injection technology to provide enhanced spray performance with a low flow rate.
 
 

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Green Signage Solution

ASI, a manufacturer of signage and wayfinding solutions, introduced a new series of indoor and outdoor signage that is ADA-ready and made from renewable materials that can be recycled at the end of their lifespan, according to the manufacturer. The InTac Eco signage product is made from materials that are Greengaurd indoor air quality certified. The ASI solar series is a solar-powered, off-grid solution that utilizes LEDs to created illuminated exterior signs.
 
 

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Janitorial Cart

Geerpres Inc., a designer and manufacturer of professional janitorial and sanitation equipment, offers a new high-capacity, powder-coated cart that blends the features of stainless steel and modular plastic carts. The cart features a powdered metal construction, and a unique center divided cabinet includes separate locking and non-locking compartments, maximizing the 8.4 cubic feet of available storage space. The cart wheels around on double-bearing swivel casters for superior maneuverability, according to the manufacturer.

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Rite-Hite Fans

It’s critical in any healthcare environment to keep energy costs low while also providing a comfortable environment for both patients and staff. Enter the high-volume low-speed (HVLS) fans from Rite-Hite. Choose from one of the following options today to help supplement your HVAC systems and reduce energy costs year round.
 
Revolution — Capable of delivering the most air movement of any HVLS fan on the market, the original Revolution Fan is ideal for larger buildings with high ceilings.

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