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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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THINKING OUTSIDE THE STEEL BOX: How the Tent Industry Is Currently Solving 

Civil + Structural Engineer

These megastores, who often complete renovations during off-hours, have realized the benefits of using tents for staging, materials storage, organization, equipment protection, safety and security, and providing impromptu meeting space for construction crews sheltered from the elements.

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Code Compliance & Beyond: Upping Baseline Building Energy Performance

Stok

Coverage of fires blazing in unprecedented proportions in the Amazon forests of Brazil has ignited a discussion around the importance of government policies to drive widescale climate change mitigation. This directly translates to building energy codes. And, the result of this baseline? How to approach compliance.

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Your Path to Success: Mastering General Contractor License Nevada

Contractors Liability Blog

This involves demonstrating substantial work experience, usually gained through an apprenticeship or as a journeyman, and passing a state-administered exam covering the National Electrical Code and Nevada-specific regulations. Sheet Metal: Training in sheet metal work for HVAC, including duct fabrication and installation.

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Your Path to Success: Mastering General Contractor License Nevada

Contractors Liability Blog

This involves proving substantial work experience, typically gained through an apprenticeship or as a journeyman, and passing a state-administered exam that covers the National Electrical Code and Nevada-specific regulations. Sheet Metal: Training in sheet metal work for HVAC, including fabrication and installation of ductwork.

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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. Part 1: General. References.

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Garage Guide: Exploring Different Garage Types

CCR Magazine

Your home garage serves multiple vital roles, from vehicle parking protection to valuable storage real estate and hobby workshop sanctuaries. All-Weather Vehicle Protection A garage’s number one job is shielding cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, and other vehicles from the elements.