Eschenbach Group completes speedy construction of temporary structures over speed skating rink

March 1, 2021  |  Case Studies

Olympic speed skating hopefuls in Germany will enjoy a modernized training facility once reconstruction is complete on a track in the state of Saxony. To keep construction on schedule through the winter, the state government reached out to Eschenbach Group of Bad Königshofen to supply an oval-shape…
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Managing remote workers

March 1, 2021  |  Features

Ways for both managers and employees to reap the benefits of remote work. by Lin Grensing-Pophal In 2020 the world suddenly changed for all of us. Impacted by COVID-19, companies around the country and around the world found themselves forced to consider an option that many had formally eschewed—r…
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Women on overcoming challenges and bringing innovation to the textile industry

March 1, 2021  |  Features

Three noteworthy innovators drive the textile industry forward with imagination, tenacity and expertise.  Innovation and creativity in the world of textiles are always worthy of attention. But because the textile industry—like so many others—has been dominated by men, the contributions of w…
New Eisenhower Memorial features metal mesh tapestry

March 1, 2021  |  Case Studies

Despite delays, the new memorial makes a sweeping statement. by Bruce N. Wright, FAIA In May of 2020, the construction and installation of the memorial for General and U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower was finally finished. It was a process that took more than 15 years of internecine delays and ob…
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Pandemic demand drives shade market

March 1, 2021  |  Features

Pent-up pandemic demand drives surprising economic growth and environmental innovation in the shade market. by Jeff Moravec  For many businesses, just keeping the doors open was a challenge in 2020. But for many shade fabricators and manufacturers, as the year progressed, the shade market heate…
Playground prototype keeps kids cool and safe in Australia heat

March 1, 2021  |  Case Studies

Western Sydney University heat research has guided the refurbishmentof a playground in the Sydney, Australia, suburb of Cumberland, resultingin a first-of-its-kind UV Smart Cool Playground. The project brought together government, industry and research partners, including shade solutions manufacture…