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Dissecting code language updates to lightning protection systems

Construction Specifier

In 2018 (latest data available), insurance companies paid nearly $1 billion in lightning-related claims to some 78,000 policy holders, according to the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI). What is a lightning protection system? What is a lightning protection system?

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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. IBC 2018 Ed. wide specimen.

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Liquid waterproofing membrane

GCP Applied Technologies

Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. Liquid waterproofing membrane. michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies. Play. . .

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Liquid waterproofing membranes

GCP Applied Technologies

Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. . . Liquid waterproofing membranes. michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs

GCP Applied Technologies

Tue, 12/11/2018 - 13:09. December 11, 2018. Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Verify that the HVAC systems are sited properly. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Best practices for waterproofing buried roofs

GCP Applied Technologies

Mon, 02/12/2018 - 11:33. February 12, 2018. In addition, the waterproofing system for buried roofs needs to be particularly durable. In the UK, for example, fire marshals must be on-site during hot works operations. Tips for gaining long-lasting waterproofing protection. Choose a versatile waterproofing system.

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Construction BIG DATA: Both grand and granular

GCP Applied Technologies

Wed, 03/07/2018 - 16:18. March 07, 2018. Some companies have proprietary customer management systems (CRMs) that link DODGE data with potential opportunities. We'll work closely with your team to get everybody on the same page, from specification to installation.". Fire proofing. Fire proofing. learn more >.