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Failures: Beware of condensation in the attic

Construction Specifier

Severe and frequent condensation in this small condominium building has resulted in wood decay and mold growth, resulting in deterioration not just of the oriented strand board (OSB) roof deck but even the top chord of the wood truss. To prevent a build-up of moisture, the unconditioned attic space is vented to the exterior.

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New IBC rules for insulation in unvented enclosed roof framing assemblies

Construction Specifier

Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. The unvented attic space is completely within the building thermal envelope. by Anthony J.

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2015 Healthcare Construction – Construction Contractor Compliance

Building Information Management

The terms Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) are getting focused attention from regulators, business owners, and property managers with new requirements. Instructions on building services interruption. infection control training to all workers on site.

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2015 Healthcare Construction – Construction Contractor Compliance

Building Information Management

The terms Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) are getting focused attention from regulators, business owners, and property managers with new requirements. Instructions on building services interruption. infection control training to all workers on site.

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In pursuit of acoustical equity

Construction Specifier

Given the intense focus on health and safety as well as the changes in work/life balance precipitated by the COVID-19 outbreak, it is not surprising the pandemic has accelerated the healthy-building movement and the ‘people-first’ mindset spearheaded by standards such as WELL and Fitwel. Effective acoustics are key to healthy buildings.

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From net zero to net positive in K-12 schools

BDC Network

It’s an incredible asset for the Boston public school system,” the award jury wrote. These certifications speak to the quality of the indoor environment, the efficiency of its mechanical systems and energy use, its daylighting and indoor-outdoor flow, its acoustics, and the security and well-being of those who use the building.

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How the Brits View BIM – Buildling Information Modelling

Building Information Management

A multi-dimensional tool, Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves generating a visual model of the building which also manages data about it, at the design stage, throughout the construction phase and during its working life. What is BIM? Introduction. NBS National BIM Report 2013. Download report. Increasing exports.