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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. The following examples illustrate how many transit systems are tackling these challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. Challenges.

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Basement Waterproofing: Long-Term Savings Strategy

CCR Magazine

Basement waterproofing is important in maintaining your home and preventing costly damage. Water seepage into basements is a common problem that can lead to mold, mildew, rotting, and foundation damage if left unaddressed. Learn more about how waterproofing your basement is a smart financial decision.

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Mastering blindside waterproofing: A proactive, integrated approach

Construction Specifier

These scenarios can force the team to scramble and either reluctantly accept installation details that may compromise the intended performance or consider time-consuming or costly changes to the waterproofing or building design. Consequently, the SOE system and its features are integral to the blindside waterproofing system.

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Air barrier tie-ins: A critical element for successful air barrier application

Construction Specifier

This article emphasizes the importance of designing effective tie-in details and ensuring material compatibility to protect the building’s envelope. Properly implemented tie-ins enhance the energy efficiency and longevity of buildings and ensure the building envelope acts as one system.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

This article will specifically discuss the tower design process and complexities encountered during construction. What happens when you need to add a new stair and elevator tower to a landlocked historic building? To remedy this, the design team was tasked with adding a new egress stair that discharges to the exterior of the building.

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Additional practical insights on overcladding masonry facades

Construction Specifier

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. Considerations for the use of exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) overclad solutions. Questions regarding air barriers.

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.