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ADVANTAGES OF PEX PLUMBING  SYSTEMS DETAILED IN NEW TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

Civil + Structural Engineer

PEX: State-of-the-Art for Potable Water; Historical Overview of Discontinued PB Piping Materials Also Examined IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses the critical differences between crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing systems with polybutylene (PB) systems has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc.

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Building Codes and Regulations: Ensuring Compliance in Construction Projects

Building Radar

Adhering to building codes and regulations is crucial for ensuring safety, quality, and legal compliance in construction industry. What Are Building Codes and Regulations? Building codes are a set of standards designed to ensure the safety and quality of construction. Importance of Compliance 1.

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Commercial Construction: Plumbing Best Practices

CCR Magazine

In commercial construction , ensuring best plumbing practices is paramount to safe and efficient functioning of the designed structure. As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. The art of commercial plumbing goes beyond ordinary household fixtures.

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Black Buffalo Hits Print on First Internationally Code Compliant 3D-Printed Home

The Pro Builder

Black Buffalo Hits Print on First Internationally Code Compliant 3D-Printed Home qpurcell Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:16 Black Buffalo 3D has broken ground in Fort Worth’s Southside community with its pilot LoMa 3D-printed home at 100 W. Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process.

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The Critical Role of Plumbing in New Construction Projects

CCR Magazine

When considering new construction projects, plumbing might not be the initial aspect that comes to mind. But without a well-thought-out plumbing system, all those flashy construction parts wouldn’t be functional! Plumbing is crucial to any construction project, whether for a home, office, or commercial building.

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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

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ICC codes updated with the most significant changes in quarter-century

Construction Specifier

The International Code Council’s ( ICC ’s) 2024 plumbing and mechanical codes have the most significant changes in 25 years. Photo courtesy International Code Council.  These enhancements were developed and implemented based on feedback from print and digital I-Codes users and aim to improve readability.