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Friday Feature - May 17th Edition

In this edition we're showcasing 3D models from Douglas Industries, Dawn Enterprises, and Gail Materials. We've also gathered projects from SGi Lighting, ShadeFX, and Robinson Iron.


3D Model Highlights

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Douglas Industries, Inc. - Batting Tunnel 55’ Frame

Great for "soft toss", tee work and more Douglas® Hitting Station System helps coaches and players get the most out of every practice.


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Dawn Enterprises - Concrete Trash Receptacles

Our concrete receptacles/trash cans are a durable solution to outdoor waste management and are heavy enough to serve as security barriers and deter theft.


Gail Materials - Natracil Stabilized Decomposed Granite

Natracil™ organic binder is the most widely used pysllium husk binder in the United States. Psyllium husk is an organic polymer that acts as glue that binds or “stabilizes” decomposed granite or crushed aggregates. Virtually the entire psyllium husk that is used in the United States is farmed in India and China. The psyllium husk that Gail Materials uses in its Natracil™ Stabilized Decomposed Granite is of a very high grade and due to the fact that we are the largest supplier of Stabilized Decomposed Granite in the United States we purchase large volumes of psyllium husk at the lowest prices.

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Project Highlights

SGi Lighting Inc. - The Residences of 488 University Ave

image © SGi Lighting Inc

The Residences of 488 University Avenue are located near the Art Gallery of Ontario and Toronto’s downtown core. This stunning condominium is produced by II BY IV DESIGN. It’s an award winning example of urban condo living and is also an excellent model of residential LED lighting. 

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Robinson Iron - Berczy Park Dog Fountain

Image © Robinson Iron

The three tiers of fountain include sculptures of beloved pooches, including a Great Dane puppy, a Bernese Mountain Dog, a giant Schnauzer, and a West Highland Terrier, gleefully spitting spurts of water. But dogs aren’t the only creatures you’ll find here—keep an eye out for a cat, too. 

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ShadeFX - Rooftop 25 at Twenty Five Lusk

image © ShadeFX

ShadeFX delivered seven custom aluminum structures equipped with gutters for complete rain management. The specifying process considered many variables including integration of patio heaters onto the structures, reduction of fabric swag (‘canopy drop’) to accommodate string lighting, and post placement to maximize seating capacity. 

View the full project here.