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Charlie Salas started the discussion Student Center Design Guidelines in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Student Center Design Guidelines
While most Universities have design guidelines, I am looking to my ACUI colleagues for assistance in our quest to establish design guidelines that further address and define student center interiors.? We are interested in examples of guidelines for office space interior finishes that includes color, carpet, furniture, doors and frames.… Read more
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scope started the discussion Fireplace Safety? in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hello friends, happy Friday.? Fall means time to light pilot lights in a couple rooms of ours, and I’m looking for suggestions around safety.? I have two gas fireplaces that have on/off switches readily accessible to anyone who wants to come sit near them. We like that students can turn them on and use them as intended, but we don’t like that… Read more
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mmckinney started the discussion EV Charging Stations on Campus in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
EV Charging Stations on Campus
Greetings!? I am just beginning my journey researching EV Charging Stations and all things associated. Have any of you been a part of the planning and or installation/administration of EV charging stations on your campus? If so, what are some of the main things to consider, i.e. initial costs, ongoing costs, revenue sharing, location, etc.?… Read more
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Brian Fetter replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hello.
I’m not sure what all you’re replenishing. If it’s drape and you’re wanting to purchase more of a particular color, I’d suggest ordering all new because the colors will likely not match exactly. I’ve ordered additional black and gray drape for our inventory and with general handling and use over the years, they may have faded in color… -
allisonvandenberg replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hi all! We have been ordering from pipeanddrapeonline.com (yes, it’s a real website!) and have been very pleased with quality, shipping time, and price.?
The pipe and drape that comes standard behind stages in our Ballrooms is included in the rental fee for the room. If they want additional pipe and drape, or if they are using it in a… Read more
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mmckinney replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hi Susan,
The UWF Commons has been ordering our PnD from Georgia Expo for nearly 20 years. I’ve not done any comparison shopping because we’ve been quite satisfied with their quality and service.
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Matt McKinney
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Garland Rodriguez replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hi Susan,
We use Georgia Expo, here is their website.? We do rent this out to clients as well. We got the ones that extend from 8′ to 10′ and go from 8′ high to 12′ high.? Out 8′ x12″ we charge $40 and $50 for 10′ wide sections.
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Garland Rodriguez
Assistant Director, Student Union
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Jenn Hedges replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hello Susan,
I’ve rented and purchased pipe and drape from Georgia Expo and Drape Kings.? Both sent samples before I made the final decision to rent or purchase and they will supply you with the Flame Certificates as well.
Drape Kings
2222 W. Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60612 USA
Phone: 312-733-7660
drapekings.comGeorgia Expo
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Chrissie Taylor replied to the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
Hey Susan!!? I just ordered new drape from Gourmet Table Skirts.? I did not have to order new pipe parts though.? This company was great to work with and they even sent samples to me to see if it was the fabric I wanted. Hope this helps!!
Kathy Lee, Sales Consultant
Gourmet Table Skirts
1-800-527-0440 ext. 313
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Susan LeBow started the discussion Pipe and Drape in the forum Facilities & Operations 3 years ago
I am looking to replenish our pipe and drape inventory. Two questions for you all:
* do you have a recommended company I should utilize?
* how do you price your rental of these items?Feel free to either respond here for all to see or to my email: slebow@uwsp.edu
Thank you!
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Susan LeBow
Associate Director,… Read more - Load More
