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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. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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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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Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs

GCP Applied Technologies

Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase. Here are several ways to do so: Carefully assess the aisle width.

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Think of it like building a sturdy foundation for your knowledge. Get ready to explore the building blocks of construction and the fancy words that come with them!

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Application: This standard card applies to automatic hydraulic security Bollards/Barricades found at driveway entrances, and other areas where vehicular traffic must be controlled. Review the Standard Operating Procedure for “Controlling Hazardous Energy Sources”. Inspect control panel for loose connections. Lubricants.

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Connecticut Has A New – And – Nearly $1 Billion Dollar- revitalization Mixed Use Construction Project On The Connecticut River. The Well Known Development Group Sets The Tentative Schedule For The Planning, Design, & Development As The Largest new Mixed Use Project In Nearly 50 Years Takes Shape

Bylt News

On the heels of nearby political and alone the social environmental infrastructure collateral needs of a region the State and private interest pushes forward for a much needed redevelopment and cleanup and revitalization of a once, hopefully now temporary, depleted and overseen area with critical economic needs.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 31 24 Environmental Assessment Information. design/negotiate/build).