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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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NEW TECHNICAL NOTE AVAILABLE ON PIPING  MATERIALS FOR GROUND SOURCE GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS

Civil + Structural Engineer

Provides Guidance on Selecting and Installing IRVING, Texas – The Plastics Pipe Institute’s Building & Construction Division has published a major revision of PPI TN-55 “Plastic Piping Materials for Ground Source Geothermal Heating and Cooling Applications”. Photo courtesy of PPI.

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APPLYING SPRAY FOAM INSULATION ON AND AROUND PLASTIC PIPES

Civil + Structural Engineer

New Technical Document Details Proper Steps for Use IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses techniques for the safe and proper use of spray polyurethane foam insulation on and around plastic pressure pipe materials has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. layer) thickness installed.

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NEW GEOTHERMAL GSHP PIPING SYSTEMS DOCUMENT AVAILABLE

Civil + Structural Engineer

The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. PPI) has released a new Model Specification document that provides guidance to specifiers, engineers, designers, and others about selecting, specifying and installing plastic piping materials for ground source geothermal systems. Photo courtesy of Geosource Energy Inc.

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Avoiding Firestop Fiascos: What to Consider

Civil + Structural Engineer

Safe Piping Matters is pleased to publish a new report on firestopping of pipe penetrations. This research-based report includes insights from experts that will help protect the lives of building occupants – and first responders. Any one of these items can contribute to a two-hour wall being reduced to a four-minute wall.”

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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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IMPROVED AWWA C904 IMPORTANT FOR  UNDERGROUND POTABLE PEX WATER SERVICE LINE INSTALLATION

Civil + Structural Engineer

According to the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. PPI) the updated AWWA C904-22 contains information for the proper installation of underground PEX potable water service lines that is important and helpful especially with the growing need for replacing lead pipes.