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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

After 80 years of continuous operation the building required significant upgrades to provide tenants with code compliant, state-of-the-art facilities and Class A office space. A building-wide life safety analysis determined that the two existing egress stairs were insufficient to meet the population based on current building codes.

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What Is Ferrocement | Properties of Ferrocement | Uses of Ferrocement | Process of  Ferrocement Construction | Advantages & Disadvantages of Ferrocement

CivilJungle

The construction cost of the homes and the price of the building materials are rising day by day. Ferrocement is a composite material which is prepared by using closely spaced one or multiple layers of the meshes and small diameter of rods. Ferrocement is a very durable, cheap and versatile material used in the construction.

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5 Best Work Boots for Carpenters

Work Gearz

Carpentry is a very physically demanding job with building, moving, carrying, and basically being on your feet all day. These work boots really got our attention because of their excellent construction and top-quality materials. Work boots Uppers Soles Safety Waterproof. Steel toe protection. No waterproofing.

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What Is Formwork | Use of Materials in Formwork | Types of Formwork | Requirements Good of Formwork | Advantages & Disadvantages

CivilJungle

Formwork is the mould used during the building to give the desired structural form by pressing concrete into the mould. Within a week of stripping the form, the materials are separated it can be used in some building projects or several other sections of the job. Form of steel. The combined form of wood-steel.

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Reopening The Glass House with National Historic Trust

CCR Magazine

Restoration of this building will significantly expand the site’s interpretation and programming, allowing it to engage new visitors, and preserve and advance understanding of 20th Century architecture and LGBTQ cultural heritage. Built at the base of a slope, the building had been susceptible to water infiltration since its conception.

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Best Work Boots for Hot Weather/Summer (2020)

Work Gearz

Image Title Brand Price Buy Top KEEN Utility Men's Lansing Mid Steel Toe Waterproof Work Boot Construction, Raven/Tawny Olive, 11 D (Medium) US KEEN Utility Buy on Amazon Danner Men’s Tachyon 8” GTX Duty Boot,Black,10.5 KEEN Utility Men’s Lansing Mid Steel Toe Waterproof Work Boot . Waterproof and Breathable.