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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

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In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Governments balance the needs of both by requiring contractors, property owners, and others involved in construction to mitigate the effect of building activity on the environment, including air, water, and animal and plant life. In general, these laws apply to both contractors on the jobsite and the owner of the completed building.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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T he United States is the largest trading nation in the world for goods and services with more than 300 land, air and sea ports. made products overseas for export. It is here that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces the import and export laws and regulations of the U.S. If the product is imported into the U.S.,

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Federal Real Property Regulations (FAR / FMR)

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Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. Carpool” means a group of two or more people regularly using a motor vehicle for transportation to and from work on a continuing basis. Flame-resistant” means meeting performance standards as described by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA Standard No.

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Federal Real Property Regulations (FAR / FMR)

Building Information Management

Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. Carpool” means a group of two or more people regularly using a motor vehicle for transportation to and from work on a continuing basis. Flame-resistant” means meeting performance standards as described by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA Standard No.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

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Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. Notify affected personnel before performing PM (alarmed or security entrances). Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge. Perform required lubrication.

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Advanced Manufacturing: Manufacturing Gets Smarter, Faster

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N ew technologies and business models have the heavy/discrete manufacturing industry on the verge of an innovative new period that promises greater productivity and the potential for lower costs, according to a recent report prepared by GE. The 109,000-square-foot building has two clean rooms built on a 6-million-pound, 3.5-foot