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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. The system provides a permanent means of fall protection under access doors and exceeds OSHA fall protection requirements.

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Waterproofing structures in extreme climates

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. The climate and corrosive salt environment of the Persian Gulf created a number of challenges for this striking new building. The transportation infrastructure faced a daunting series of issues, including: Meeting specifications that called for a clay membrane waterproofing solution.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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Waterproofing structures in extreme climates

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. The climate and corrosive salt environment of the Persian Gulf created a number of challenges for this striking new building. The transportation infrastructure faced a daunting series of issues, including: Meeting specifications that called for a clay membrane waterproofing solution.

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Frequently asked questions about liquid applied waterproofing

GCP Applied Technologies

Frequently asked questions about liquid applied waterproofing. Liquid applied waterproofing is a fast-growing market. Globally, liquid applied waterproofing is projected to experience a compounded annual growth rate of 8.7% 1 Read on to learn more about liquid applied waterproofing membranes. Phillip.fry@gc….

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CCCT with Ben Meyer, Building Enclosure Business Director at Siplast

CCR Magazine

Improving enclosure airtightness and moisture management: Improves moisture protection to meet durable and resilient building design requirements. Enhances energy-efficiency and reduce carbon from the building operations to meet sustainability goals. Siplast is a member of the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA).