Global warming has been part of a public conversation for years, but it’s lately become much less of a two-sided debate. Amidst increasing evidence of climate change, the push for sustainable practices has risen, especially in architecture. But it’s not just buildings that are designed with the environment in mind. Everyday goods like shoes, bikes and…
In the comparison of building materials that we have made many times over, solid surface routinely outranks popular materials such as plastic laminates, wood and stainless steel. Solid surface’s many advantages make it a prime option for healthcare environments, locker rooms, commercial spaces, restaurants and countless more facilities. Phenolics, however, share many of these benefits…
You’re probably aware that, at Shield, we do a lot of custom work, whether that means customizing one of our already-engineered products or figuring out how to build a completely new one. Thus, we have a specific process for desks and custom work. It’s pretty straightforward, but we wanted to share it with you. Here…
An overnight stay in a hospital is vastly different than an overnight stay in a hotel, but both facilities face many of the same demands, including high traffic and exposure to germs and bacteria. Both must create an aesthetically pleasing environment that meets individual needs while still functioning at the highest level. Furniture in these…
Some of the best and most successful companies have mastered the art of paying close attention to every single detail of their business and their product. Scuff marks are sanded and smoothed. Employees are always kind and helpful. No question goes unanswered and no complaint goes unnoticed. Attention to detail can make or break a company…
We are excited to announce that the Children’s Mercy Adele Hall Campus Gift Shop won the AIA KC People’s Choice Award! Shield manufactured solid surface fins to match and support the wavy architectural details of the room as a whole, and we worked with BRR Architecture and HMN Architects to complete their beautiful design. Check out some…
In staff break rooms, school hallways, amusement parks and athletic facilities, you almost always find rows upon rows of lockers. Regardless of the location, lockers face high traffic and heavy use, and failing to choose a strong locker material can cost facility owners loads of money in the long run. Here’s a detailed look at locker…
It’s not all about the money—at least, not for millennials.According to a recent study by Virgin Pulse, younger workers want jobs at a company whose mission and culture align with their personal beliefs.Whereas past generations have placed heavy emphasis on work benefits such as salary or odds of promotion, millennials increasingly seem to care most about what…
Wake up, go to school. Study for tests, raise your hand to answer questions. Wear appropriate clothing. Say the right things, behave the right way.Education is so important for children, and schools are the best places to foster a love of learning. But sometimes they’re too good at standardizing students—at producing students who are great…
Modularity first made its way into the world in the 1930s, with Albert Farewell Bemis’ architectural theories. It has since been adopted and applied to a variety of industries, including computer programming, biology, mathematics and industrial design. There are many benefits of modular products, including their quicker production speed and lower costs. Today we’re breaking down the…