Tradeshow Report
(September 2009)
The 11 "Must Sees" at West Coast Green
This year’s GlassBuild America -- the premiere glass, window and door expo -- will be held September 30-October 2 in our own Atlanta backyard.Consistently ranked as one of top 200 tradeshows by Tradeshow Week magazine, GlassBuild America draws in more than 9,000 glass, window and door professionals and features nearly 200,000 square feet ofexhibitors.
This year’s West Coast Green will be held October 1-3 at the Fort Mason Center in San Francisco. Eco-conscious manufacturers, service providers, decision makers and influencers from across the globe will join forces to support the widespread diffusion of green innovation at this dynamic event.
K&A highlights our top 11 choices for “must see” sustainable product manufacturers for home and commercial green building applications.
1. Vetrazzo LLC
Being green has never been more stylish then with Vetrazzo glass surfaces. Vetrazzo’s eco-friendly countertops are composed from a proprietary formula of recycled glass (85 percent), cement, additives and pigments. All of the glass used in Vetrazzo is recycled, originating from curbside recycling programs, windows, dinnerware, stemware, windshields, stained glass, laboratory glass, reclaimed glass from building demolition, traffic lights and other unusual sources.
Even cooler, Vetrazzo provides a Certificate of Transformation after purchase that divulges its history. And because of its high-recycled content, Vetrazzo also aids projects in LEED certification. For more information, visit www.vetrazzo.com or booth number 541 at West Coast Green.
2. Richlite
Richlite Company is a manufacturer of paper-based fiber composites used for architectural, food service, recreational and industrial applications including kitchen countertops, residential and commercial cutting boards, commercial prep tables, and even boat backer boards and skate ramps! All Richlite® materials are produced from eco-sustainable resources harvested from certified managed forests in North America. Visit www.richlite.com or booth number 544 at West Coast Green for more information.
3. MonierLifetile
MonierLifetile is one of the largest manufacturers of premium-quality roof tile in the U.S. Dedicated to the green building movement, Monier uses naturally available materials that mitigate the negative impact to theenvironmentand emphasize conservation and energy efficiency through the production of its concrete roof tile, which is inherently sustainable.
The manufacturer also offers an Energy Efficient Roof System that offers a 50 percent reduction in heat penetration of the conditioned space (as opposed to direct-to-deck installation) and a 22 percent reduction in energy consumption. Its Cool Roof Tile offering further helps reduce the heat island effect found in urban areas and in general, increases the overall energy efficiency of the building.Monier’s products further help builders and homeowners reach LEED certification for their buildings and homes. For more information visit www.monierlifetile.com or booth number 438 at West Coast Green.
4. Lutron Electronics
Lutron is one of the world’s leading providers of home and commercial lighting systems that save energy – and do so beautifully. Homeowners can choose from dimmers, shading solutions and entire home systems while trade professionals have the options of controls, switching systems, shading solutions, fluorescent dimming ballasts and occupancy sensors that provide energy saving, functional and aesthetic purposes. For more information visit www.lutron.com or booth number 413 at West Coast Green.
5. Icynene Inc.
Breathing has never been easier thanks to Icynene Inc., a leading manufacturer of open-cell spray foam insulation products designed to create Healthier, Quieter, More Energy Efficient® indoor environments and highly advanced green buildings. Icynene insulation and air-sealing products provide a protective barrier to the entry of outdoor allergens and pollutants, and are manufactured so that trade professionals and homeowners can benefit from comfortable, energy efficient and healthier indoor environments.
Icynene products are suitable for steel- or wood- framed residential or commercial construction, and are distributed in North America, Australia, Asia and Europe through a network of distributors and Icynene Licensed Dealers who are trained and licensed to perform installation on-site for each custom application. For more information, visit www.icynene.com or booth number 467 at West Coast Green.
6. Nana Wall Systems
Nana Wall is the preeminent provider of opening glass walls for both residential and commercial buildings. Its products provide numerous environmental benefits by allowing homeowners and builders to construct smaller buildings due to the utilization of the outdoors as part of the living space, and by providing natural ventilation and daylighting with more natural light.
Nana Wall products are NFRC/Energy Star certified systems with industry leading U-factors and Solar Heat Gain Coefficients, are weather resistant with excellent air infiltration and water penetration ratings, and incorporate recyclable aluminum frames with 50 percent recycled content including eco friendly powder coated finishes and wood frames with eco-friendly water based pretreatment. For more information, visit www.nanawall.com or booth number 323 at West Coast Green.
7. Kelly-Moore Paint Company, Inc.
Kelly-Moore Paint Company is one of the largest employee-owned paint companies in the U.S., and is widely recognized as the “painter’s paint store.” It was the first paint company to offer recycled paints and its recycled pain line, eCoat, is now available in 16 colors. In April 2009, the company announced two new zero volatile organic compound (VOC) low-odor paint lines – Enviro Coat and Green Coat -- and is the leading innovator of waterborne-coating technology. For more information, visit www.kellymoore.com or booth number 411 at West Coast Green.
8. JELD-WEN Windows and Doors
JELD-WEN is a leading manufacturer of wood, vinyl and aluminum windows and patio doors, wood and molded wood fiber interior doors, and wood, steel and fiberglass garage doors.
Many of its product offerings are ENERGY STAR® qualified featuring a variety of sustainable features including Low-E glass and a custom-fitted polystyrene core, while its garage doors are composed of 80 percent recycled materials. For more information, visit www.jeld-wen.com or booth number 569 at West Coast Green.
9. Serious Materials
Serious Materials significantly decreases the impact of the “built environment” on the planet by manufacturing sustainable green building materials for interiors, residential windows and doors, commercial windows and glass, and coatings.
The company’s SeriousWindowsTM reduces heating and cooling energy costs and emissions up to 40 percent, while its environmentally friendly alternative to drywall, EcoRockTM, uses 80 percent less energy to produce its core that results in 80 percent lower CO2 emissions.
Lastly, its soundproof drywall QuietRock and QuietHome Windows, decreases material use, enhances livability, and support denser, more sustainable urban construction. And due to new federal legislation, homeowners and builders can benefit from a tax credit by using Serious Materials. For more information visit www.seriousmaterials.com or booth number 427 at West Coast Green.
10. Lithonia Lighting
Lithonia Lighting provides one of the industry’s broadest line of commercial, industrial, institutional and residential fixtures. Its expansive lighting options offer significant energy savings and in 2008, the company was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE)as the 2008 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year because of its achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by manufacturing and helping to educate consumers about those products. For more information visit www.lithonia.com or booth number 232 at West Coast Green.
11. Restoration Timber
Restoration Timber provides reclaimed wood aged naturally for a century or more derived from sources like old barns, abandoned schools and mills, and warehouses and factories that fell into disrepair. Using reclaimed wood in building and design projects helps to maintain and preserve our forests, while providing many social and economic benefits. Restoration Timber’s reclaimed wood is available for flooring, beams, cabinetry, furniture and siding. For more information visit www.restorationtimber.com or booth number 525 at West Coast Green.
There you have it – K&A’s picks for the top 11 exhibitors at West Coast Green. What do you think about our list? Tweet Steve Kleber @stevekleber. And make sure to check out K&A’s Green Team site for more information and insight about going green.
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