energy efficiency
How To Calculate True Cost Of Door Entrance Systems
Horton Automatics has introduced a new data analysis report that helps architects, specifiers and building owners evaluate the true cost of door entrance systems over their full lifecycle. The report compares revolving, automatic sliding and swing doors using energy, maintenance and lifecycle data while providing an interactive ROI calculator that estimates long-term operating costs, energy savings and environmental impact for specific building projects.
Anixter’s Distribution Center Demonstrates Smart Building Technology
Anixter is expanding the footprint of its North American flagship distribution Center in Alsip, Illinois, with the addition of a 238,000-sq.-ft. facility, equipped with an intelligent conveyor system and voice picking technology, making it Anixter?s largest —and smartest— distribution center. With 30 to 40 percent more storage capacity and new automation technology, Alsip is expected to speed up shipments significantly to customers.
Veracity Scoops Prestigious Environmental Award
Veracity, a leading provider of innovative, intelligent solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display has won a Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland (VIBES) 2016 ‘Environmental Product or Service’ Award recognising the significant contribution to the environment made by the company through its products and approach to end-to-end product lifecycle management.