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Install Your Own Electric Gates: A Step-by-Step DIY Guide

CCR Magazine

Thinking about adding a touch of luxury and security to your property with electric gates? Installing your own electric gates can save you money and give you the satisfaction of completing a significant home improvement task. However, electric gate installation isn’t as straightforward as it might seem.

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Smart Tech and Automation Products for a Fully Integrated Home

The Pro Builder

consumers are increasingly discovering and embracing smart appliances, systems, and innovations in their homes, and building products manufacturers are continuing to bring new and better smart home and home automation products to market. And that market continues to grow , with no signs of slowing. million by 2025.

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Hoist & Winch designs bespoke electric winch system for ‘wet room’

Civil + Structural Engineer

The company wanted a bespoke electric-powered winch lifting system to raise and lower large vinyl-type sheets in a purpose-built ‘wet area’. The customer can operate all four winches individually via their own wall-mounted, low-voltage pendant controls, allowing the lifting of a single vinyl sheet as required at any time.

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Facilities Preventive Maintenance

Job Order Contracting

Installed model and features of each system. Manufacturer’s schedule for routine preventive maintenance, inspections, condition monitoring (predictive tests) and adjustments required to ensure proper and economical operation and to minimize repairs. Provide instructions stating when the systems should be retested.

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Smart Home Integration: Automating Bathroom and Picture Windows

UK Construction Blog

Here’s how: Motorized Shades Installing motorized shades or blinds on your picture windows allows you to control the amount of light and privacy with ease. Ease of Installation Consider the installation process for each automation solution. Consider factors such as window size, orientation, and accessibility.

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Above Ground Pump Stations: The Growing Common-Sense Trend

Civil + Structural Engineer

It’s common sense that relocating pumps above ground, away from constant exposure to corrosive and hazardous sewage, safeguards the mechanical and electrical components of the pumps, as well as the workers who handle them. Maintaining operational efficiency is crucial because pump stations consume a significant amount of electricity.

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Leviton Unveils Surge Panels for NEC® Compliance

CCR Magazine

Surge devices vary by type depending on the area they protect and where they are installed. of the National Electrical Code® (NEC). Understanding how these layers work together is key for complete surge protection.” A major benefit of the new surge panels is that they are compliant with Article 230.67