Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
These facades are nearly identical to the original, but with slightly adjusted floor heights that are better suited to office use. The solution was a concrete floating floor. Without a floating floor, vibration from the tube would pass into the building’s structure and be heard as reradiated noise.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 20, 2023
425 Grand Concourse’s southern exposure required installing sunshades on 13 floors to save energy. Concrete-to-steel thermal breaks connect to the interior slab and isolate the steel clips that attach the rainscreen to the façade. They are isolated from the interior slabs supporting them by structural thermal breaks.
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Construction Specifier
JUNE 3, 2024
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
Specification Product Update
JUNE 28, 2024
Where a combination of waterproofing protection is being used, the two systems should offer different performance characteristics to mitigate the risk of failure due to a common cause. Phase 2 – to install a secondary waterproofing system, such as the Delta Type C, Cavity Drainage System.
Construction Specifier
MARCH 10, 2023
Photos courtesy the Sherwin-Williams Company By Mark Merrifield Any contractor hired to apply a floor coating wants to ensure a few important characteristics about the concrete substrate which will support the flooring. The flooring itself must be able to withstand any foreseeable impacts, spills, and heavy traffic.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 12, 2024
Bench footing refers to a continuous concrete footing installed around the perimeter of a basement. Bench footing helps prevent cracking and settling issues that damage drywall, tile, and flooring over time. It involves installing a continuous concrete footing or foundation to support the basement walls and reinforce the structure.
Specification Product Update
JUNE 7, 2023
Acoustic insulation experts CMS Danskin Acoustics have introduced a new moisture vapour suppressant barrier to aid speedy preparation of floors ready for the installation of acoustic materials and floor coverings. The REGUPOL barrier allows for earlier floor installation. 97% equates to approximately 8.5%
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