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Integrated Facility Services Completes Kingston K-14 Addition

CCR Magazine

Integrated Facility Services (IFS) served as the mechanical and building controls contractor for the project, overseeing the design, equipment procurement and installation for the comprehensive HVAC project. It is reassuring to have IFS at the helm in installing our HVAC system.

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Oregon architect’s HQ: Northwest’s first ‘all-wood’ mass timber project

Construction Specifier

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. It is designed to serve as a meeting place for events, presentations, and other professional gatherings. Mississippi, serves as the headquarter for Waechter Architecture in Portland, Oregon.

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Prepare for Home Renovation with These Insightful Tips

West Shore Construction

If you want to get the most out of your renovation, USA Today suggests considering the following improvements : Replace the tub Install natural stone kitchen countertops Replace siding and garage doors You Need a Place to Store Your Stuff Before contractors can start demolition, you need to clear out the room.

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Construction Contingency vs. Allowance | Key Differences Defined

Buildern

Projects with allocated contingency funds are securely protected against overruns, scheduling delays, and any other risks that may arise during construction. Companies practicing contingency policies secure their projects with funds to cover any extra costs caused by such events. Let’s see how each of them works.

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General Contractor License Missouri

Contractors Liability Blog

General liability insurance is a common necessity across jurisdictions, providing essential protection. For specialty contractors, state-level licensing adds another layer of compliance, particularly for trades like electrical and plumbing. It ensures legal operation, builds client trust, and maintains professional integrity.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Plan Ahead for Winter Weather Resilience

CCR Magazine

Winter weather events can impact buildings by causing power outages and building damage from burst water pipes, water intrusion and wind. Additionally, it is becoming more common for winter weather events to come with high winds, resulting in extensive property damage for commercial buildings.