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Styrofoam’s Promise for Hurricane-Proof Homes

The Pro Builder

Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP). The SCIP system is composed of three main materials: steel, concrete, and expanded polystyrene (or, styrofoam). This is where the heart of the company lies. But it doesn’t end there.

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Waterproof tanking techniques

GCP Applied Technologies

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 15:10. June 07, 2018. Tanking – also referred to as below grade waterproofing – involves the application of a waterproofing barrier to the walls, the base slab and in some cases to the roof of the below grade structure. Are there resources to maintain the waterproofing system? Phillip.fry@gc….

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Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof.

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Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection

GCP Applied Technologies

Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:35. April 25, 2018. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Improving water management and energy efficiency with tapered roof insulation

Construction Specifier

When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. One key strategy for reducing the built environment’s impact on climate change is through the construction of more energy-efficient building envelope systems. by Marcin Pazera, PhD.

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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. Challenges. Underground Solutions.

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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. Challenges. Underground Solutions.