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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

Refining includes wet mechanical refinement with power trowels or grinding equipment and chemical components that react with cement particles and free lime to stabilize and reshape the surface. Decreased moisture content (MC) and lowered relative humidity (RH) from poor external curing practices also impact the durability of the top layer.

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Coastal restoration project gives threatened coastal plant another chance

Civil + Structural Engineer

He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. In 2012, 18 miles of the 21-mile project was completed. The Seabeach Amaranth does its part.

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Designing for recovery: The role of flooring in healthcare facilities

Construction Specifier

2 This approach aims to positively impact patients and staff, utilizing a continuous improvement model informed by monitored results. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. Flooring selection can have a substantial impact in this area.

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Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope

GCP Applied Technologies

How air leakage can impact building durability. Environmental Product Declarations. How air leakage can impact building durability. A core requirement of net zero construction is an intense focus on energy efficiency in order to minimize energy consumption. and IECC 2012 require a continuous air barrier.

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Why Projects Fail

Job Order Contracting

85%+of all projects are over budget (just 31% of all projects came within 10% of the budget in the past 3 years – KPMG) 52% of rework is caused by poor project data and miscommunication (2018 Industry Report – Construction Disconnected, FMI). 40-50% work is either rework or not “value-added work.”

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NFPA 285 engineering judgments

Construction Specifier

It is these multiple layers of fire safety, not a single requirement, which result in safe construction. Advancements in our understanding of building science, coupled with the need to improve energy efficiency and resilience of buildings, have led to innovative solutions in both building products and construction methods.

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Pennsylvania Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

Business Facilities

Eligible applicants include businesses, or IDCs, municipalities or authorities on behalf of businesses, which create or preserve a significant number of jobs, make a large investment and offer substantial economic impact. Funds may be used to acquire land, conduct environmental assessment and remediation and perform demolition.