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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

This model was instrumental in evaluating numerous design elements and options, including: window sizes and the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and thermal rating (U-factor) for each window unit; roof types; wall thicknesses; insulation thermal (R-) values; and the impact of various exterior colors on the home’s overall thermal performance.

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The Role of Diaphragms and Shear Walls in Creating Resilient Structures

BDC Network

The Role of Diaphragms and Shear Walls in Creating Resilient Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 07/19/2024 - 11:00 MFPRO+ Blog Guide to incorporating diaphragms and shear walls into your next building project design. Diaphragms and Shear Walls Defined A diaphragm is a flat structural unit acting like a deep, thin beam. See Figure 1.)

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Engineered Wood Sprouts Solutions for Supermarket Chain

BDC Network

Engineered Wood Sprouts Solutions for Supermarket Chain 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/18/2023 - 13:31 Switching from a steel roof system to an engineered wood one helped a Sprouts Farmers Market design team solve supply chain challenges and lower the location’s carbon footprint. But long lead times for steel necessitated a change in materials.

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Metal Buildings and all that Trim: Part 2

Whirlwind Steel

Building for Life Blog April 3, 2024 by Whirlwind Team Metal Buildings and all that Trim: Part 2 Metal roofing trim is more than just a finishing touch; it’s a vital part of the roofing system, enhancing the weathertight seal and contributing to the overall structural integrity of the building.

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Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction

BDC Network

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. Designing buildings that provide good fire protection, cost-effectively, can be challenging.

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How Denver Contractors Can Meet Licensing and Insurance Standards

Contractors Liability Blog

If you’re a general contractor or work in a specific trade (like roofing or mechanical work), you must follow local licensing steps to avoid holdups or legal issues. Denver’s special licensing system shows the city’s dedication to keeping high standards. It makes contractors meet certain qualifications to work.

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How to plan your warehouse layout

The Korte Company

Racking systems play an outsized role when owners plan warehouse layout. There are two main types: Systems installed independent of structural elements inside the facility and ones that integrate with structural elements. Systems integrated with structural elements are less flexible. Let’s go a step further.