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8 ways to cool a factory

BDC Network

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients.

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IFS renovates two historic buildings into mixed-use lofts

CCR Magazine

IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 Image Courtesy of Advantes Group IFS also provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $14 million Greeley Lofts renovation. Located in the 600 block of N.

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5 Genius Building Techniques to Reduce Home Maintenance Costs for Life

UK Construction Blog

It’s made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibres, resulting in a product resistant to rot, pests, and fire. Metal roofs are also resistant to wind, fire, and impact damage, reducing the need for repairs and replacements. Smart Thermostats Install a smart thermostat to optimize your home’s heating and cooling.

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3 Critical Questions to Ask Before Starting an Adaptive Reuse Commercial Construction Project

Commercial Construction Blog

With the former meatpacking facility, we’re making significant modifications to the building’s floor plates, such as increasing the existing 11-foot ceiling clearances – which were appropriate for the building’s original use, but are too low for the expectations of today’s commercial space tenants.

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Prepare for Home Renovation with These Insightful Tips

West Shore Construction

If you want to get the most out of your renovation, USA Today suggests considering the following improvements : Replace the tub Install natural stone kitchen countertops Replace siding and garage doors You Need a Place to Store Your Stuff Before contractors can start demolition, you need to clear out the room.

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All About Retrofitting | What Is Retrofitting | Why Need Retrofitting | Advantages And Disadvantages of Retrofitting of Building

CivilJungle

Simply, retrofitting is repairing and modifying the existing structure into a new stable structure that protects it from flooding or dangers such as high winds and earthquakes. Retrofitting of the Structural System. Retrofitting of the Structural System. After all, that process uses a proper protective coating.

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Skipping a Measured Building Survey: Risks for Your Office

CCR Magazine

Misjudging ceiling heights, wall thickness, or structural reinforcements can lead to costly modifications mid-project. Compliance and Legal Risks Building regulations in the UK require commercial properties to meet strict guidelines related to accessibility, fire safety, and environmental efficiency.