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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Civil + Structural Engineer

In fact, the storm drain system is about 100 years old. Minneapolis development combined with increased rainfall brings more water into the system, which heightens the pressure on the tunnel. The amount of concrete involved and the complexity of working far below the streets of downtown made this a standout project.

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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.

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Portsmouth’s Ultimate Epoxy Flooring Guide: Durable Solutions for Home & Business

UK Construction Blog

The post Portsmouth’s Ultimate Epoxy Flooring Guide: Durable Solutions for Home & Business appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Epoxy garage flooring has become particularly popular among Portsmouth residents, offering a seamless, easy-to-clean surface that resists automotive fluids and provides long-lasting performance.

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Preventing flooring failures: Factors to consider in substrate prep

Construction Specifier

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. According to Independent Floor Testing & Inspection (IFTI), the leading cause of flooring failures is moisture, costing the industry $2.4

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ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor

GCP Applied Technologies

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep? Contact a flooring specialist.

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Beauty and brawn: The benefits of hybrid carpet

Construction Specifier

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. While there are many high-performance flooring solutions, including some custom options for specific uses, one surface stands above the rest in terms of versatility: hybrid carpet. What is hybrid carpet?

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Meet the most innovative precast floor system in the U.S.

Construction Specifier

Meet the most innovative precast floor system in the U.S. When Tindall brought its new precast floor system from Denmark to the U.S. customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. m (30 to 45 ft), supporting both commercial and residential floor loads.