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Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

With their exceptional strength, ability to withstand substantial forces, inherent fire resistance, and corrosion-resistant options, HSS offer reliable protection for structures required to endure and recover from the impacts of natural disasters involving wind, flooding, fire, and seismic activity. Approximately 1.5

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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. By Antonie Habellion, P.Eng.,

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Upgrading Electrical Infrastructure In Commercial Buildings

CCR Magazine

A commercial building’s electrical system is its lifeblood. This article dives into the vital strategies for upgrading electrical infrastructure in commercial buildings. This article dives into the vital strategies for upgrading electrical infrastructure in commercial buildings.

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Complete Guide to Choosing and Installing Your AC Unit

CCR Magazine

In this guide, we will delve into the critical aspects of choosing the right air conditioning unit, assessing your home’s layout for optimal cooling, understanding installation options, planning for electrical requirements, and navigating local regulations.

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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

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Choosing the Right Door for Your Business: Key Factors to Consider

CCR Magazine

They add to the aesthetics and ambiance of your building, affect the issue of power consumption, and play a part in your security systems. Security and Safety The primary purpose of any door is to protect and secure, especially from intruders. Another important factor we can also consider is fire safety.

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. From safeguarding against theft to protecting against environmental factors, not properly protecting your construction materials can significantly impact project timelines, quality and budgets!