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NEW PRODUCT
AWARD 2017
SW925 Digital Audio Travel Partner Plus
A/V EQUIPMENT HONORABLE MENTION
AmpliVox Sound Systems
AmpliVox introduces its most powerful all-in-one PA system, offering more versatility, better battery efficiency, and impres- sive sound quality for rooms up to 15,000 square feet. The SW925 supports wireless microphones, streams music via Bluetooth®, and pairs with supplementary speakers for cover- age of audiences up to 7500.
Judges’ Comments: Versatile product that meets instructors’ needs. Ampli.com
Metasys 9.0 Building Automation System
BUILDING CONTROLS HONORABLE MENTION
Johnson Controls
The new Metasys® 9.0 building automation system offers two new IP/Ethernet-based controllers and user interface (UI) features that make finding critical information and resolving issues easier than ever.
Because the controllers communicate on Ethernet IP networks, they support increased network performance and bandwidth and enable easy integra- tions. They also help reduce customers’ total cost of ownership by sharing IT networking assets and infrastructure and by future-proofing the BAS network wiring. The new UI features create a more intuitive, personalized system navigation experience.
Judges’ Comments: Central control is advantageous for users or facility managers.
www.johnsoncontrols.com
Color Anchor LVT
FLOORING HONORABLE MENTION
Mannington Commercial
Designed to unite patterns and colors across all running line products, Color Anchor LVT brings cohesion and coordination through fields of color or accent pops of color. Available in 12-inch by 12-inch, 18-inch by 18-inch, 12-inch by 24-inch, and 6-inch by 36-inch formats, in two patterns, turning hard surface floors into mix-and-match tools to craft unique spaces. The palette of 20 colors ranges from exuberant bolds to understated neutrals. The patented Quantum Guard®HP wearlayer is the industry’s toughest—an aluminum oxide topcoat cured by an
ultraviolet process, enhancing durability, cleanability, and slip-retardance.
Judges’ Comments: Colors are appealing. Tile sizes allow for creative installations.
www.manningtoncommercial.com
Kozmic Collaborative Collection
COMMONS/LOUNGE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT HONORABLE MENTION
National Office Furniture
The Kozmic Collaborative Collection was designed with the flexibility to outfit a variety of spaces. Kozmic’s combination of spines, seating and tables provides the ability to configure a solution that is comfortable for al users, whether they are in a space for a short period of time or an extended stay. From
the nomadic worker to the focused student, Kozmic’s sitting, leaning, stand- ing and perching capabilities are uniquely comfortable. Along with Kozmic’s innovative spine construction, its integrated power grommets complete the offering. By making the grommets easy to access and simple to use, Kozmic provides a stylish, comfortable spot to socialize, work, and power up.
Judges’ Comments: Power integration is seamless. Clean corporate look. www.NationalOfficeFurniture.com
nora enlighten collection
FLOORING HONORABLE MENTION
nora systems, Inc.
The nora® enlighten collection consists of norament® jubilee and noraplan® stone premium rubber floor cover- ings and a selection of norament round & hammered stairtreads. Working together, these floors bring a com- plimentary palette of neutral and fun, vibrant colors and
durable, low-maintenance flooring solutions to busy entrance areas, student- friendly classroom designs, heavily trafficked corridors and connecting spaces, and primary emergency routes in stairwells. The result is inspirational learning spaces that offer excellent acoustics and good indoor air quality for improved concentration levels and better health among students and staff.
Judges’ Comments: Ease of installation and maintenance are facility-friendly features.
VoiceLift Pro
CLASSROOM AMPLIFICATION
Extron Electronics
HONORABLE MENTION
Studies show significant gains in student achieve- ment result from evenly distributing the teacher’s voice throughout the room with amplification systems such as Extron VoiceLift Pro Microphone. VoiceLift
Pro utilizes digital transmission and pairing in a dedicated spectrum to provide superior performance over traditional systems. Benefits include higher sound quality, increased reliability, and greater range with reduced interference. VoiceLift Pro uses advanced digital signal processing to optimize voice intel- ligibility and audio quality, as well as eliminate feedback.
Judges’ Comments: Reduced interference and greater range are bonuses for classrooms.
www.extronclassroom.com
Columbia Lighting LCAT
LIGHTING
HONORABLE MENTION
SpectraSync
LIGHTING
HONORABLE MENTION
Hubbell Lighting
The LED Contemporary Architectural Troffer, “LCAT,” provides both design and value with an architectural appearance that reduces the need for maintenance. It is DesignLights Consortium Premium qualified, offer- ing users significant value with utility rebate programs
and helping meet strict building codes. It features a high-performance reflector with matte white paint standard, 83 CRI standard or even an optional 90 CRI for color sensitive applications. The high-efficiency acrylic center lens features linear prisms for superior performance without LED pixelation. The curved interior reflectors provide comfortable soft illumination and redact contrast across the fixture interface.
Judges’ Comments: Ability to adapt fluorescent fixtures to LED is a positive. www.hubbelllighting.com
Hubbell Lighting
SpectraSync enabled luminaires are available in three distinct technologies for control of indoor spaces: Dim to Warm (2200-3000K), Tunable White (2700-
5000K, 2700-6500K) and Scheduled White (2700-5000K, 2700-6500K).
It operates on standard 0-10V dimming protocols and supports preset and scheduling through Hubbell Control Solutions’ NX Distributed Intelligence lighting control system or third-party controllers. The primary objectives of the design are ease of specification and installation. By utilizing a single driver strategy with flexible control options, occupants are able to control the space based on the needs of the application, specific activities throughout the day, or user-defined preferences.
Judges’ Comments: Easy to install. Color control is an important feature. www.hubbelllighting.com
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