The FreeHand High-Efficiency flush valve from Moen Inc. uses an infrared sensor to activate a flush cycle when the user is in range. The valves also feature a flow rate of 1.28 gallons per minute, a 20 percent savings over the industry standard of 1.6 gpm. For urinals, the valves use a flow rate of 0.5 gpm, 50 percent less than the industry standard.
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Leviton’s line of occupancy sensors meets NAFTA requirements and conforms to the provisions of the Buy American Act, which makes it ideal for government installations, according to the company. The sensors feature all-digital, microprocessor circuitry that continually analyzes real-time occupancy patters. Passive-infrared models are available in a variety of mount types and styles.
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KI, a furniture manufacturer based in Green Bay,Wis., named Amy Fitzgerald district sales manager for theMid-Atlantic regions. She has 23 years of experience in the commercial furniture industry and will oversee the opening of the company’sWashington, D.C., office.
Bredford Manufacturing Inc., a Chicago based manufacturer of furniture products, named Chris Petrick chief executive officer. Petrick joined the company in 1991 and formerly served as director of sales and director of marketing.
Erik Johnson, P.E., joined the mechanical engineering group at Kingscott Associates, aMichiganbased firm. Johnson has six years of mechanical design experience. He is currently working with Bridgman Public Schools and DeWitt Public Schools in Michigan.
Daniel J. Cinelli, FAIA, was selected by the board of directors of Perkins Eastman to lead the firm’s Arlington, Va., office as managing principal. Cinelli joined the firm in June 2002 to open its Chicago office.
The Mohawk Group introduces its new generation of 100 percent non-PVC thermoplastic contract modular carpeting. The patent-pending Encycle modular carpet backing system is designed with three thermoplastic layers and zero water-based components, enabling it to be completely recycled back into new Encycle backing through thermal re-activation without separating face fibers from backing layers.
Sage Electrochromics Inc. manufactures electronically tintable glass products designed help reduce energy bills by controlling solar heat gain and increase worker productivity by allowing additional daylighting, minimizing glare, and enhancing occupant comfort. The company’s products have been integrated into a variety of buildings, including commercial facilities and schools.
