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How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon

The Pro Builder

How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon ibush Mon, 07/03/2023 - 17:25 Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home Andrew Shipp A silent poison, a fatal gas, an invisible killer.

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New specification for polypropylene piping to provide updated standards

Construction Specifier

The new MS-8 technical document provides the latest information about Polypropylene (PP-R and PP-RCT) piping materials. Photo courtesy Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. Lance MacNevin, director of engineering for PPI’s BCD, emphasizes the versatility of polypropylene, available in two types—PP-R and PP-RCT.

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Breaking Ground: The Compact Power of Small Concrete Crushers and Cutting-Edge Piping Engineering Services

UK Construction Blog

The post Breaking Ground: The Compact Power of Small Concrete Crushers and Cutting-Edge Piping Engineering Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the dynamic realm of construction and engineering, innovation is the driving force behind efficiency and progress.

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Maximizing Diesel Engine Performance: Tips and Tricks

CCR Magazine

Diesel engines are known for their robust power and reliability, making them a popular choice for vehicles and machinery. However, proper tuning and optimization are essential to harnessing the full potential of your diesel engine. This article will explore strategies and techniques to maximize your diesel engine’s performance.

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Optimizing Steam Systems for Industrial Efficiency

CCR Magazine

Steam systems serve as the backbone of numerous industrial processes, providing the essential thermal energy required for a wide range of applications across various sectors. To address these challenges, American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam) offers specialized services aimed at optimizing steam systems.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

A significant number of MEP systems, some active and some abandoned, needed to be demolished and moved out of the footprint of the tower just under the second floor roof. The structural engineer of record, Ruby + Associates, designed a completely freestanding 200-ft tall tower with slip connections to the existing structure.

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Protecting Commercial Structures with Robust Water Resistive Systems

Construction Daily News

With this in mind, keep reading as we explore the importance of protecting commercial structures with robust water-resistive systems. Some common culprits include strong winds, extreme interior/exterior temperature differences, stack effect, imbalances between supply/exhaust air systems, and hydrostatic forces.