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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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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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Why Commercial Steel Buildings = Wise Investment

CCR Magazine

Rising costs and ever-increasing demand related to commercial steel as a construction material raise the question of whether a commercial steel building is a sound investment. In terms of installation and maintenance costs, steel provides a better ROI than other building materials. What are the Advantages of a Steel Building?

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Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs

GCP Applied Technologies

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. . In general, wide aisles allow you to get to product faster, but having the aisles too wide will reduce storage space.

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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. Performance requirements.

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Success in cold storage warehouse construction

The Korte Company

Cold storage warehouses are key waypoints in our nation’s food supply and distribution network. Due to changes in the way food is processed, moved, bought and consumed, cold storage warehouse construction is top-of-mind for players up and down the supply chain. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system.

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility. Following these codes is a must-do to stay compliant and make sure everyone inside the building is secure and protected. Safety first! It can be a real headache, but fear not!