Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

PPI and SPFA recommend that when there are plastic pipes and fittings in a wall, ceiling, or floor cavity, the SPF installer should apply one layer of foam until it touches the pipe but does not encase the pipe. director of engineering for PPI’s Building & Construction Division.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Shifting codes and standards Aging and/or poorly engineered buildings are among the leading causes of increasing damage and losses from earthquakes in the United States—annualized losses from earthquakes nationwide total $6.1 These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations. billion annually.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“I knew the view from the back of the lot would be great but also a little off-center to the right,” Coletti says, “so I put the kitchen in the left back corner of the floor plan to capture the best view.” The rest of the 7,800-square-foot, single-level floor plan flowed fairly easily from there, he says.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The building also incorporates all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating and cooling systems. Mississippi, serves as the headquarter for Waechter Architecture in Portland, Oregon.

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cnstrctr

AUGUST 3, 2019

Because I was new I had no idea was this crucial element to the building life safety systems were. Through my investigation I discovered that firestopping can be a range of materials that are installed in joints within walls, ceilings and floors that have a fire rating to slow the spread of fire throughout a structure.

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BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. The hotter and unhealthier the factory floor, the more likely it is that workers will look to transfer out as soon as they can. The “human factor” comes in second place. Movement creates heat.

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BDC Network

JULY 20, 2023

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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Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2023

This approach allows for a representation of civic order on the front facade, while utilizing brick as a fire-retardant measure for the sides, especially when near neighboring buildings. The concrete floors serve as thermal mass, contributing to the heating of the space during extended hours.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems significantly reduce control joints and curling. Consider lighting needs.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 Image Courtesy of Advantes Group IFS also provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $14 million Greeley Lofts renovation. million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.

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Safti First

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Over four decades ago, it was where I first discovered a technologically advanced glass capable of resisting fire, smoke and heat. Something that wired glass, the only fire rated glass available and in use in the United States, could not. But would it pass our more stringent fire testing? market was unaware of it.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.

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Safti First

MARCH 25, 2022

SAFTI FIRST has responded to these requests for innovation in our systems and our manufacturing capabilities to bring these glazing innovations to fruition. This has allowed us to meet the ever-rising demand for clear, advanced fire rated glazing products while providing competitive pricing and fast lead times. up to 2 hours.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. Interior FRTW is used in weather-protected applications ( i.e. where the FRTW is not permanently exposed to the elements).

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The MCP Group

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Bid Due Date | January 18, 2024 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of 3 new pre-engineered metal buildings totaling 20,800 sf and associated site work. 2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post KDOT Gardner Subarea Complex appeared first on MCP GROUP.

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Safti First

DECEMBER 16, 2024

One such material fire rated glass is increasingly setting benchmarks in design and performance across airports, train stations, bus terminals, and ferry terminals. Below, we explore why fire rated glass is becoming a cornerstone in transportation architecture and how SAFTI FIRST is leading the charge. Photo credit: SAFTI FIRST.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

The architectural team specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the new high schools multiple performance requirements and to create a modern appearance aligned with 21st century educational facilities. The Minnie Howard Campus high school offers enhanced daylight, thermal comfort, acoustics and indoor air quality.

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The MCP Group

JANUARY 3, 2024

Bid Due Date | January 25, 2024 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 7,000 sf pre-engineered metal building with office and shop space, and a new 5,925 sf pre- engineered wood building (pole barn). 2021 Addenda None at this time.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 1, 2019

Part I of our project briefcases series featured a diverse construction portfolio that helped keep prominent, global projects on track, on budget, and protected for decades to come. STRUX® 90/40 macro fibers, ECLIPSE® Floor, and ADVA® 140M admixtures were crucial to creating a durable concrete floor. Fire proofing.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.

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The MCP Group

JANUARY 10, 2024

Bid Due Date | February 8, 2024 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 7,000 sf pre-engineered metal building with office and shop space. 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

Advanced green roofs and cool roof systems even have great energy efficiency benefits. Cross-Laminated Timber Cross-laminated timber is a type of prefabricated, solid engineered wood paneling. It offers elite acoustics, fire resistance, and seismic protection for buildings.

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Natural Building

JULY 20, 2022

Mass timber consists of engineered and compressed layers of young wood that are glued together for strength to create larger panels and beams. Depending on the engineering technique used, mass timber can be called cross-laminated timber (CLT), glued-laminated timber (GLT), nail-laminated timber (NLT) or dowel-laminated timber (DLT).

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Commercial Construction Blog

JULY 16, 2019

One of the first questions in any adaptive reuse project is what modifications need to be made to the existing floor plan and structure so the space works for its new purpose. What modifications or updates need to be made to building systems? This is especially true for things like fire suppression sprinkler systems.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

Asbestos is a mineral fibre that was commonly used in construction materials for its fire-resistant and insulating properties. Introduction to Asbestos Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is made up of tiny fibres that are resistant to heat, fire, and chemicals.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

Architectural & Engineering Consultancy. Engines & Components. Fire suppression & protection. Floor Tiles & Wall Tiles. Roofing Systems. Safety & Security Systems. Ventilation Systems. Civil Estimators. Commercial & Home. Construction Managers. Consultants. Developers.

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

After completing a degree in Environmental Engineering, I had spent two years in Costa Rican rainforest, volunteering for a sustainable forest management project. Using simple, low-tech techniques that anyone can learn, clay soil can be turned into walls, floors and plasters with only the addition of sand and straw.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

Architectural & Engineering Consultancy. Engines & Components. Fire suppression & protection. Floor Tiles & Wall Tiles. Roofing Systems. Safety & Security Systems. Ventilation Systems. Civil Estimators. Commercial & Home. Construction Managers. Consultants. Developers.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2023

Consulting with an expert can streamline the conversion to electric boilers while reducing total project cost and maximizing system reliability. Because of this, it is common to leave the existing boiler in place, which places further space constraints on the size of the new electric boiler system to be installed. “If

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Mastic Asphalt Flooring. Its humidity and freezing floor are losing control and will be curious for another result, such as mastic asphalt flooring. Earlier, it would be best if you had dared to select mastic asphalt flooring because it’s one sheet , fudging the result of all your flooring puzzles.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

MARCH 4, 2024

The scissor lifts meet a wide range of needs: industrial maintenance and finishing work (electrical, plumbing, installation of fire protection systems, etc.). The operator also benefits from an extendable sliding floor and an extra 90 cm of space, giving a total basket length of 2.54

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

These layers play a crucial role in controlling moisture and air movement within the wall system, protecting the insulation and timber frame structure. They can be constructed from a range of materials, such as softwood, hardwood, engineered wood, and metal, with softwood studs being the most commonly used in residential construction.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system. These systems feature powerful ammonia cooling units that help maintain ideal temperatures. It’s crucial that these systems work efficiently. Another key cold storage warehouse construction technique is the installation of floor heating systems.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Image Courtesy of : Patrick Rogers Photography Vantage would like to thank the generous sponsors of the Vantage Builders fore Charity Golf Classic, particularly the lead sponsors: Above All Epoxy Flooring ; Alternative Creative Energy & HVAC ; Griffin Greenhouse Supplies ; IT Solutions ; MEC Electrical Contractors ; and Zahara Cannabis.

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