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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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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.

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Top 10 Best Work Boots for Men’s Feet

Work Gearz

Especially, men who work at construction, or manufacturing, or industrial sites or even in the fields, have seen days where fatigue does not seem to leave their body. Timberland PRO 6” Pit Boss Steel Toe Boots. Timberland PRO Men’s Pitboss 6″ Steel-Toe Boot. Skechers Men’s Sergeants-Verdict Waterproof Boot.

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Thorogood Vs Danner Boots: Differences and Similarities

Work Gearz

started manufacturing these Thorogood boots for the US Army in both World War 1 and World War 2. These boots were founded by Charles Danner , who ventured to the Pacific Northwest to build premium work-boots for loggers in 1932. Danner boots are manufactured in USA. Fiberglass/Steel shanks. History of Thorogood Boots.

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Best Winter Work Boots for Men and Women

Work Gearz

Waterproof full-grain leather. These winter boots are available in seven different colors and have seam-sealed waterproof construction which perfectly seals out snow and water. Pros: Waterproof leather and nylon upper perfect for winters. Waterproof and flexible synthetic rubber shell. Pros: Insulated, waterproof design.