How To Battle Climate Change With Innovative Landscape Design

How To Battle Climate Change With Innovative Landscape Design

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The American Society of Landscape Architects’ (ASLA) Resilient Design Guide discusses innovative landscape designs capable of standing up to climate change and the increasing prevalence of natural disasters. Climate change is causing more natural disasters to take place. The ASLA is actively striving to improve design and retrofit communities with resilient landscaping. Otherwise, an unexpected disaster can cause all sorts …

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6 Tips How To Make The Most Out Of Modern Outdoor Planters

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In order to get the most out of modern outdoor planters they must be durable, paired with native plants and in-line with the overall style of your commercial or residential space, among other things. Modern outdoor planters reinvent the look and feel of your landscaping. Other benefits of planters include: -Adding greenery in areas with no soil (concrete jungles) or …

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The Power Of Planters: Function, Beauty & Added Safety

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Did you know planters could enhance the overall safety, function and beauty of your city? New York City and other major US cities have used our planters to accomplish all of this and more. All it takes is a little greenery and some quality planning to create multi-functional spaces that enhance your city in more ways than one.    How …

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8 Questions You Need Answered Before Buying Commercial Grade Outdoor Furniture

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Durability, strength, appearance, and overall maintenance are some of the most important things to consider before purchasing just any outdoor commercial grade furnishings. There is a difference between residential furniture and commercial furniture. Commercial site furnishings get a lot more wear and tear, and as a result need to be much stronger. After all, you could be held liable if …

The Differences Between LLDPE, LDPE & HDPE

The Differences Between LLDPE, LDPE & HDPE

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LLDPE (Linear Low Density Polyethylene), LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) and HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) are all polyolefins with unique molecular structures that set them apart. Liner polymers are used to create a wide variety of goods including telecom ducts, fuel tanks, meter and valve boxes and so much more. Polyethylene is a polyolefin, which are high molecular weight hydrocarbons that …

What Constitutes Quality Urban Planning, Does Your City Have What It Takes?

What Constitutes Quality Urban Planning, Does Your City Have What It Takes?

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The most famous, well-known and livable cities around the world have access to open spaces, plenty of greenery, easy to access transportation, and a number of other important elements associated with quality urban planning. Researchers have pinpointed vital connections between human health and the actual design and structure of the city they live in. Research of this field is broken …

Researchers Discover Unexpected Use For LED Bulbs

Researchers Discover Unexpected Use For LED Bulbs: Transmitting Messages

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LED (light-emitting diodes) bulbs are more energy efficient and long lasting than traditional bulbs, and according to recent research they have the power to transmit messages. LED bulbs are semiconductor devices that produce light as a result of electrical currents passing through them. LED bulbs are considered “directional” light sources. That means they reflect light in a certain direction. This …

Incredible Facts About Linear Low Density Polyethylene

Incredible Facts About Linear Low Density Polyethylene

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Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) is an incredible material that differs from traditional plastic in its manufacturing process, as well as overall durability. LLDPE is used in a wide variety of markets, from plastic bags to toys, lids, pipes, buckets and cable wire covering. We are proud to use LLDPE in the production of our lampposts, planters and site furnishings. …

Why Buy Products That Are Made In America

Why Buy Products That Are Made In America

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There are countless benefits to buying products made in America, such as generating local jobs, decreasing pollution and protecting the rights of people all around the globe. In order for a product to be labeled “Made in America” it must follow the rules outlined by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). These rules state that final assembly must take place on …

The Benefits Of Using Native Plants In Your Design

The Benefits Of Using Native Plants In Your Design

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Native plants reduce water usage, require less maintenance and rely on little to no pesticides. To put it simply, native plants are all around better for your wallet as well as the planet. Who doesn’t want their life to be easier? Native plants offer a chance to reduce your stress and the money you spend on landscaping maintenance, all while …