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Considerations When Specifying in Extreme Weather Zones

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Considerations When Specifying in Extreme Weather Zones 1 kcichowicz Fri, 03/31/2023 - 06:29 Voice of the Brand Why Choose an IMP in an Extreme Weather Zone? Steven Huck, District Sales Manager at CENTRIA Why Choose an IMP in an Extreme Weather Zone?

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Keep Emergency Communication Out of the “Dead Zone”

CCR Magazine

First responders such as fire, EMS and police depend on reliable two-way radio communication when lives and property are at risk. That’s not always an easy task in many buildings. In-building radio signals are often absorbed or blocked by structures that are larger, underground, or constructed of concrete or metal.

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7 Essential Safety Checks for Commercial Renovation Projects

CCR Magazine

Identify and Address Asbestos Risks Old buildings often hide dangerous surprises within their walls. Our process follows strict protocols to protect everyone’s health. Evaluate the Structural Integrity Next is the stability of the commercial building. Think of it as getting a complete physical for the building.

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Oregon architect’s HQ: Northwest’s first ‘all-wood’ mass timber project

Construction Specifier

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.

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Unveiling the Versatility of Metal Buildings and Garages

CCR Magazine

From towering commercial complexes to humble backyard sheds, metal buildings are revolutionizing how we conceive and construct structures. What Are Metal Buildings? A metal building is a structure made mainly from steel or aluminum parts. Freestanding or can be attached to existing buildings. Quick to assemble too.

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Sidewalk Canopies in Formwork Shoring

Trekker Group

It’s important that they are aware of the safety measures they can take to protect themselves and the public when working with formwork shoring. Sidewalk Canopies Sidewalk canopies are temporary shelters that provide protection from the elements while working on formwork shoring projects in public areas.

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8 ways to cool a factory

BDC Network

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients.