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APPLYING SPRAY FOAM INSULATION ON AND AROUND PLASTIC PIPES

Civil + Structural Engineer

New Technical Document Details Proper Steps for Use IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses techniques for the safe and proper use of spray polyurethane foam insulation on and around plastic pressure pipe materials has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. layer) thickness installed.

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Norway gets its first naturally climatized mixed-use building

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Snøhetta Vertikal Nydalen in Oslo, designed by Snøhetta, features a simplified and self-sufficient climate system, making it Norway’s first naturally climatized mixed-use building. The top floors have 40 apartments, where sizes range from 44 to 143 m 2 (473 to 1,538 sf) with varying layouts.

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Why fire sprinklers belong above suspended drop-out ceilings

Construction Specifier

Ten reasons to stop poking holes in ceilings. Drop-out ceilings provide an alternative to ‘poke-through’ sprinkler installations and avoid the need to install drops from sprinkler mains so sprinklers can penetrate the ceiling and discharge water into the room below. Install ceiling grid.

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IFS renovates two historic buildings into mixed-use lofts

CCR Magazine

IFS designed and installed the heating and cooling, fire protection and plumbing systems to serve the new uses of the 34,000-square-foot mixed-use building including more than 6,000 square feet of commercial office space, 6,700 square feet of retail space on the first floor and lower level and 21 apartment units on the upper four floors.

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What is Radiant Heating and Can It Replace Traditional Heating

CCR Magazine

Key Summary Radiant heating, working like the sun's warmth, uses floors, walls, or ceilings to evenly distribute heat, providing comfort and energy efficiency. Radiant heating systems come in electric or hydronic forms, with the latter being a suitable primary heat source for an entire home.

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FIREFLYTM APOLLO LITE SPECIFIED FOR ROYAL STOKE REFURBISHMENT

Specification Product Update

A leading passive fire protection contractor has been involved in the installation of fully compatible products from the range of TBA FIREFLY TM for the creation of half hour fire barriers within ceiling voids to a major general hospital undergoing extensive refurbishment work in the north of England.

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Identifying Types of Damp in Houses: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

CCR Magazine

These patches are typically found on walls and ceilings where water ingress is occurring. Leaks: Roof, Gutter, and Pipe Issues Leaks from various sources like roofs, gutters, and pipes are a frequent cause of damp in houses. Pipe leaks, whether hidden within walls or under floors, can also be a source of persistent dampness.