Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center Honored at Annual Award Ceremony
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.
June 2016
New Facility Now Open for Health Care Services in New Jersey
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — In a partnership between Hunterdon Healthcare and Atlantic Health System, a new health services building is now an option for Somerset County residents.
National Floor Safety Certified Flooring
J+J Flooring Group, based in Dalton, Ga., is a leading manufacturer of commercial specified flooring. The company announced that its Kinetex products received National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) certification as a High-Traction Surface. As a credible third-party certifier, NFSI’s commitment to education, research and the development of standards reinforces J+J’s commitment to safety. A milestone for the Kinetex brand, having high-traction certified products enhances overall safety performance and is an added benefit to its portfolio of product attributes.
Kristine A. Harding
Kristine A. Harding, NCARB, AIA, was recently inaugurated as the 97th president of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). In this new role, Harding architect will lead NCARB and its 54 U.S. licensing boards, which serve more than 40,000 NCARB certified architects and 41,000 licensure candidates.
Construction Concludes on Stanford Children’s Health Specialty Services Center
SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Level 10 Construction, based in Sunnyvale announced on June 21 that it has completed construction of the $47 million Stanford Children’s Health pediatric specialty services center in Sunnyvale.
Florida Medical Center Expansion, Renovation Moves Forward
FT. MYERS, Fla. — Lee Memorial Health System in Ft. Myers is will soon begin work on a significant expansion and renovation of the Gulf Coast Medical Center, also located in Fort Myers. System officials recently signed a contract with the joint venture of global construction firm Skanska and Gates Construction of Bonita Springs, Fla., to complete the $200 million construction portion of the project.
Mac Hines
Architectural products manufacturer, Kane Innovations Inc., based in Pennsylvania, has hired Mac Hines as vice president of sales for all Kane Innovations brands. In this role he will oversee all sales and marketing activity for Sterling Dula Railings, Kane Security Screens, Kane Detention and Kane Fabrications. Hines is a building materials veteran and brings 23 years of sales and marketing experience to the team.
Glass Screens
Carvart Contract has introduced full-height architectural glassScreens, which can better reflect daylight. The new line comes in opaque and translucent colors, patterns, gradients and wood/textile effects. The palette includes 27 back-painted colors, 24 metal frame colors and over 50 options of laminated aesthetics. In the glassBoards edition, surfaces can be writeable or projectable. The 3/8-inch and ½-inch thick, tempered safety glass can block sound and provide privacy as room dividers, stand-alone panels and workstations.
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Breaks Ground on Surgical Tower
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The M.T. Mustian Center at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) recently started construction with Birmingham, Ala.-based Brasfield & Gorrie. Demolition and site work was already underway for new surgical tower during the groundbreaking ceremony on June 3.
Biodegradable Urinal Screen
Two biodegradable, fragrance-releasing urinal screens will eliminate urine backsplash using a patented bristle seal. Released by Sealed Air’s Diversey Care division in partnership with Ekcos Innovation, the products prevent the spread of microbes, floor deterioration and odors. The screens are infused with resin that uses timed-release deodorant technology, which can improve customer satisfaction. Called Power Screen and Ekcoscreen, they last 30 and 60 days, respectively, and have a smaller carbon footprint than similar products with shorter lifespans.
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