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Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes

The Pro Builder

Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. When one wood-frame home goes up, others nearby quickly follow, he says.

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SPRI shares research on how construction-related moisture affects roofing

Construction Specifier

has posted a new document addressing construction-generated moisture and its impact on commercial roofing systems. the trade association for the manufacturers of single-ply roofing systems and related component materials, has posted a new document addressing construction-generated moisture and its impact on commercial roofing systems.

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Waterproof tanking techniques

GCP Applied Technologies

Tanking – also referred to as below grade waterproofing – involves the application of a waterproofing barrier to the walls, the base slab and in some cases to the roof of the below grade structure. Drainage , or cavity wall construction, where water is allowed to enter the outer wall and then is pumped out.

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Managing moisture in construction: Effective strategies for durable roofing systems

Construction Specifier

By Chadwick Collins Photo and illustrations courtesy Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) An often-overlooked issue during new construction or a commercial renovation project is the addition of unwanted moisture into the structure. Typically, water vapor or moisture movement—called diffusion—travels from warm humid (i.e.

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Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof.

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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. The following examples illustrate how many transit systems are tackling these challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. April 03, 2018.

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Precast Concrete Wall Panel Options for Construction Efficiency

Wolgast Corporation

Precast Concrete Wall Panel Options for Construction Efficiency Construction efficiency is a critical factor that can significantly impact timelines and overall project success. Wall panel system construction is gaining popularity due to its labor and time savings to erect a building envelope.