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Industrial Constructors/Managers, Inc. facilitates improvements to aerospace test facility thanks to ‘on the go’ construction and welding

Civil + Structural Engineer

ICM, which specializes in industrial construction, was hired to install additional ground support equipment at Reaction Engines’ new testing facility located in Watkins, Colorado. With cool air available to the engine, much higher speeds can be unlocked while continuing to use tried and true engine materials that are available today.

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8 different types of home plumbing pipes

CCR Magazine

Plumbing pipes are used for various purposes, such as to bring water to your tabs and carry your waste to sewage systems. In this article, we will help you choose the right pipe for water supply, drainage, and sewer for your interior and exterior. PVC has gained popularity because it is easy to install.

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Commercial Construction: Plumbing Best Practices

CCR Magazine

As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. Overlooking any aspect can lead to serious issues, ranging from water leakage to severe pipe damage. It tackles more complex systems that manage water supply, waste removal and gas lines in large buildings.

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The Role of Professional Plumbers in Large-Scale Renovations

CCR Magazine

Professional plumbers play a key role in these renovations, contributing their specialized knowledge to make sure that plumbing systems are designed, installed, and maintained properly throughout the process. From initial planning to compliance with city regulations, plumbers are essential in building functional and reliable systems.

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Above Ground Pump Stations: The Growing Common-Sense Trend

Civil + Structural Engineer

It’s common sense that relocating pumps above ground, away from constant exposure to corrosive and hazardous sewage, safeguards the mechanical and electrical components of the pumps, as well as the workers who handle them. Yet, dry-pit solids-handling wastewater pumps tend to be more efficient than typical wet-pit or submersible pumps.

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The Critical Role of Plumbing in New Construction Projects

CCR Magazine

Most people imagine the foundation being poured, walls going up, or roofing installed. Plumbing is crucial to any construction project, whether for a home, office, or commercial building. Plumbing: The Lifeblood of Any Building Water is the lifeblood of any building, and plumbing is the system that keeps it flowing.

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Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

Roof drainage systems The basic roof drainage systems consist of: (1) Roof drains connected to interior drainage piping or (2) Roof perimeter edge with or without gutters and downspouts or through-wall scupper openings with or without a downspout. By Darrell L. 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system.