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Raytek is pleased to announce the availability of the new Raytek GS110 Process Imaging System for Low Emissivity (Low-E) glass.
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CiSol, the solar research center at the Architectural College of Valles at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, has been awarded the “Environmental Prize 2006” in the area of “Research, Development and Innovation for Sustained Building…
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Azobuild.com reported that the new Part F of the Building Regulations for Northern Ireland will come into effect in June 2006.
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