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A Visit to the Cairo Monorail

Civil + Structural Engineer

Photo Credit: Megan Payne The Cairo Monorail project began in 2020, and is a two-line monorail rapid transit system owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT). The second line will be the 6th of October City Monorail Transportation System or the West of Nile Line (WoN). Largest span on the EoN line under construction.

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10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home

The Pro Builder

Department of Energy’s Home Energy Score (HES) , which assesses the energy efficiency of a home based on its structure and heating, cooling, and hot-water systems, has a greater influence on home sale prices across the country. The units also include a quick-hang bracket system, making one-person installation easier.

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

The Pro Builder

The software was used to help determine and then optimize the size and capacity of the home’s heating and cooling system. The half-depth practice not only reduces the cost of the spray-foam application but also makes installation and future servicing of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other utility runs in those walls easier.

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Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes

The Pro Builder

In addition, NileBuilt has eliminated wood trusses and soffits, instead using a steel-bar joist system and a concrete top coat for the roofs. The homes’ fire resistance, Long adds, will enable NileBuilt to build in high-risk fire zones. How to Build a Home That Won’t Combust? Villa home.

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PhiusCon 2023 Heads to Houston, Texas

The Pro Builder

These intentionally designed homes maintain internal temperatures for longer periods of time, even without electricity, have superb indoor air quality due to balanced ventilation and use 40-60% less energy than traditional buildings. Internationally recognized, his work has influenced building codes and standards in every climate zone.

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Platinum Contracting Completes Major Underground Infrastructure Project for Summerlin West Expansion

Civil + Structural Engineer

Dry utilities include telecom lines, natural gas piping and electrical systems. The planned communities will now be equipped to connect to vial resources such as electricity and communications. The underground infrastructure installation is one of the first steps in moving forward with the Summerlin West expansion.

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5 Simple Ways to Boost Visibility in Hazardous Construction Zones

CCR Magazine

Construction zones can be hazardous environments, particularly when visibility is compromised. Here are five straightforward methods to boost visibility in hazardous construction zones and keep everyone safe. Here are five straightforward methods to boost visibility in hazardous construction zones and keep everyone safe.

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