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High Rise Concrete Construction: Trends to Watch

GCP Applied Technologies

Steel/concrete core wall system. This system uses two steel plates that are connected by steel spacing ties, with the cavity then filled with high strength concrete. This system eliminates the need for rebar and formwork. Structural Solutions. Concera Blog #17 (917x336). Cement production. Concrete admixtures.

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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BDC Network

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions.

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High Rise Concrete Construction: Trends to Watch

GCP Applied Technologies

Steel/concrete core wall system. This system uses two steel plates that are connected by steel spacing ties, with the cavity then filled with high strength concrete. This system eliminates the need for rebar and formwork. Structural Solutions. Concera Blog #17 (917x336). Cement production. Concrete admixtures.

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Home Made from 100 Different Natural Materials

Natural Building

The structural timber frame can be dismantled so the house could be relocated or recycled in the future. They cover walls, floors and ceilings, and are also used for furnishings including tableware and bedding. ” An air filtration system integrates plants and nutshells while rainwater is harvested and reused.

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Key Defects Identified in Level 2 and Level 3 Home Buyer’s Surveys

UK Construction Blog

The post Key Defects Identified in Level 2 and Level 3 Home Buyer’s Surveys appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Here’s what you can expect this survey to cover: Structural Integrity and Defects: A qualified surveyor will inspect the property’s structure for any signs of damage or deterioration.

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5 Best Practices Of Energy Efficient Buildings

Construction Marketing

When heat and coolness dissipate, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system needs to work harder, thereby using up more electricity. As recommended, find the right HVAC contractor who can advise you on which systems are preferable for your building. . All these can lead to wasting energy.

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Revit OpEd: Dept. of Echo - Don't use the Basic Ceiling

Revit OpEd

Welcome to Steve Staffords Blog ~ Revit OpEd = OPinion EDitorial ~ My view of things Revit, both real and imagined. of Echo - Dont use the Basic Ceiling. When an architect uses the Basic Ceiling-Generic type they are creating a situation for the Revit MEP user they may not be aware of. This allows us to use a ceiling tag.