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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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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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Safe From the Start

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Ring roads distribute traffic, keep the site clean, and help prevent congestion when multiple crews are on site. Today, you can pre-assemble large portions of the piping, duct, and conduit at floor level and then place it into larger, multi-discipline sections overhead. For one, before we go up, we go around.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Check hydraulic unit fluid connections, pump, piping and hoses for damage and leaks. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Check that traffic light functions, change lamps and clean lenses every 12 months.

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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

BD: Board, Blow Down (pipe). BL: Base Line, Building Line, Block. BLDG: Building. BLDG: Building. CIP: Cast Iron Pipe, Cast-in-Place. CISP: Cast Iron Soil/sewer Pipe. CMP: Corrugated Metal Pipe. CP: Cathodic Protection, Clothes Pole, Cesspool. 2-PSS: Two-Part Polysulfide Sealant.