ARCAT, Inc.

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The leading platform for building product info. Specs, BIM, CAD, and more - free, no logins, no paywalls. Start your next project at ARCAT.com.

11/05/2025

Our team is in Orlando for 2025, connecting with industry leaders and discovering what’s next in glass, glazing, and fenestration.

We’re here to learn about the latest technologies, materials, and trends shaping the future of commercial and residential glass, and to share how ARCAT helps bridge the gap between manufacturers and design professionals.

🪟ARCAT hosts hundreds of glass and glazing manufacturer profiles, offering free access to product information, specifications, CAD details, BIM objects, and more.

🔗 Learn more about our free AEC resources at arcat.com

11/04/2025

✨ Client Spotlight: Old Mill Building Products

🏢 Ellis Elementary School
📍 Logan, Utah
👥 Design West Architects

Ellis Elementary School in Logan, Utah was named 1st Runner Up in the Education category at the 2024 ICF Builder Awards. The project showcases how thoughtful material choices can elevate both performance and design.

At the heart of the project is Old Mill’s Panel+ system, featuring 1" EPS insulation panels and thin brick veneer that deliver the look of traditional masonry with modern energy performance. The system adds an R-value of 4.8, helping the school cut heating and cooling costs while maintaining long-term comfort and efficiency.

ARCAT is proud to showcase manufacturers like Old Mill Building Products who are helping schools create smarter, more efficient learning spaces.

🔗 See more projects at arcat.com.

10/31/2025

😱 Nothing’s scarier than a paywall.

On arcat.com, there are no tricks, only treats - download thousands of BIM, CAD, and specification files, no registration required.

👻 Happy Halloween from the ARCAT team!

Learn more - arcat.com

10/28/2025

ARCAT was proud to serve as a Gold Sponsor at the 2025 CSI National Conference!

Our Senior VP, Brian Miller, took the stage to share “With the Best of Intentions: 13 Common Mistakes Made by Building Product Marketers,” offering decades of insight into what truly drives specification and brand success.

It was great connecting with CSI members and building product professionals from across the industry!

10/27/2025

✨ Client Spotlight: Rio Flooring Systems

📍 Bellevue, NE
👥 Offutt U.S. Air Force Base Maintenance Hangar
🏗️ Urethan Flooring Solution

When static shocks began posing a safety hazard inside Offutt Air Force Base’s 60,000-square-foot jet maintenance hangar, the Air Force turned to Rio Flooring Systems for a high-performance solution.

Rio installed a custom electrostatic discharge (ESD) urethane flooring system - engineered to prevent static buildup, resist abrasion, and perform in high-moisture environments. Since installation, the base has reported zero shock incidents, enhanced crew safety, and improved long-term durability for its aviation operations.

ARCAT is proud to highlight manufacturers like Rio Flooring Systems who deliver mission-critical performance and safety in some of the nation’s most demanding environments.

🔗 See more projects at arcat.com

10/24/2025

🏙️ Stay ahead of the industry.

Each week, Arcatect Newsletter rounds up the most important news, projects, and ideas shaping the world of architecture, engineering, and construction - all in one quick read.

📬 Catch the latest issue and see why it’s becoming a must-read for the industry.

👉 https://www.arcat.com/arcatect-news

10/21/2025

✨ Client Spotlight: Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems

📍 Oujé-Bougoumou, QC
🏗️ Elevate U.S. and Canada RubberGard™ EPDM + UNA-CLAD™ Metal Systems
🏢 Cree Cultural Institute

In the remote community of Oujé-Bougoumou, the Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute stands as a tribute to 5,000 years of Cree heritage. To protect this legacy, Elevate provided a roofing system built to perform in extreme climates. They combined fully adhered RubberGard™ EPDM for cold-weather flexibility with UNA-CLAD™ UC-3 metal panels for lasting strength and a refined aesthetic.

ARCAT is proud to spotlight Elevate’s role in safeguarding culture through durable, high-performance roofing solutions.

🔗 See more projects at arcat.com

10/10/2025

🎉 Detailed Podcast is celebrating 150 episodes!

From the Serena Williams Building at NIKE HQ to the Seattle Aquarium, we’ve told the stories behind some of the most inspiring projects in architecture and design.

Over the years, Detailed has reached 1 million+ total downloads - a testament to the incredible community of listeners and creators who keep these conversations going.

A huge thank you to our wonderful host, Cherise Lakeside, for leading every conversation with curiosity and passion.

Most of all, thank you to our listeners for tuning in, sharing, and growing with us. Here’s to the next 150.

🔗 Explore every episode at arcat.com/podcast

10/09/2025

✨ Client Spotlight: Solatube at Sunnyvale ISD

📍 Sunnyvale, TX
👥 Sunnyvale ISD
☀️ Solatube International

Solatube collaborated with WRA Architects to reimagine daylighting at Sunnyvale Independent School District’s library. By suspending tubular daylighting devices at varied lengths and surrounding them with custom acrylic tubes, the team created a chandelier-like installation that floods the space with natural light.

The result is a one-of-a-kind library that enhances learning, boosts student focus, and turns daylight itself into a design feature and educational tool.

ARCAT is proud to partner with manufacturers who help shape inspiring, high-performance learning environments.

🔗 See more projects at arcat.com

10/07/2025

Great design doesn’t happen by accident - it’s guided by clarity, consistency, and the right resources.

ARCAT helps architects navigate every stage of the design process with trusted CSI specs, custom spec generation, BIM/CAD files, and much more - all in one free platform.

The path forward starts here: arcat.com

10/01/2025

✨ Client Spotlight: Rollease Acmeda - Yale School of Architecture’s Jim Vlock Building Project

📍 New Haven, CT
👥 Yale School of Architecture - M. Arch I Program
🏠 Jim Vlock Building Project

Rollease Acmeda supported Yale’s Jim Vlock Building Project, where graduate students designed and built affordable, sustainable housing in the Newhallville neighborhood. The project incorporated Texstyle Ambient Renew fabric, made from 85% recycled polyester, for eco-friendly roller shades, along with the chain-free Easy Spring Ultra system to ensure safe and accessible shading.

ARCAT is proud to partner with firms advancing sustainable design and architectural education.

🔗 See more projects at arcat.com

09/26/2025

Need answers, fast? 🧑💻

On ARCAT, many manufacturers list direct contact info for their product experts - the people who know their products inside and out. Whether you need guidance, specs, or practical answers, you can reach out to them directly.

Find product expert pages right on each manufacturer’s profile at arcat.com

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173 Sherman Street
Fairfield, CT
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(203) 929-9444

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