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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Better productivity and efficiency, satisfied clients, and shorter project timelines – everything making construction successful. No more confused faces or mix-ups.

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How to plan your warehouse layout

The Korte Company

Whether it’s fresh food, cell phones, mail or socks, businesses are more reliant on warehouses and distribution centers than they’ve ever been. They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped. Logistics dominates today’s consumer economy.

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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab

CivilJungle

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. Flat slabs are utilized in parking decks, commercial buildings, hotels. Utilized during a flat plate system, it’s impossible to possess a sizeable span.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

De-energize, lock out, and tag electrical circuits. Inspect electrical power panel. Check electrical connections and wiring for loose or overheated conditions. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. Examine all wiring, motor, starter, push button, etc.,

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Existing Thermal and Moisture Protection Information. 00 43 33 Proposed Products Form.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Existing Thermal and Moisture Protection Information. 00 43 33 Proposed Products Form.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

Job Order Contracting

AIEE: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. AWG: American Wire Gauge. BL: Base Line, Building Line, Block. BLDG: Building. CP: Cathodic Protection, Clothes Pole, Cesspool. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. O’Connell, Interior Graphic and Design Standards, S.C. & And.