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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Many industries are seeing the benefits of mass customizing their products, allowing them to give customers and clients a product specific to their wants and needs for the same time and money costs as a mass-produced item. Indeed, the ability to build a product for...
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Casework in medical environments might seem trivial. Healthcare facilities are busy, critical environments, and patients' health and safety are of utmost concern. Healthcare equipment that directly affects patients' health, then, is typically given the most attention. While casework does not directly affect health or...
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Digital fabrication is becoming more and more prominent in the world, especially in the manufacturing industry. We've previously discussed the benefits of digital fabrication on our blog, and we've talked about how our use of a CNC machine benefits our clients. Now, here's a brief look...
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At Shield, sustainability is important. We aim to promote sustainability and create a better world with every action we take. "Going green" is just part of who we are. We take steps each day to promote sustainability, both in the office and in the shop. Here...
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