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THINKING OUTSIDE THE STEEL BOX: How the Tent Industry Is Currently SolvingĀ 

Civil + Structural Engineer

On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., Environmental benefits are making an even stronger case for opting to use tents rather than the standard steel storage container both for new builds and major renovation projects. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J. Sielaff , P.E.,

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. After all, securely storing construction materials is a logistical necessity and crucial to project success!

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The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety

UK Construction Blog

The post The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire safety within buildings is a critical concern that demands meticulous attention and proactive measures.

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The New American Home 2024: Modern Features, Timeless Comfort

The Pro Builder

We kept working at it and I think it came together very well.ā€ The entry, set back from the garages and a casita that flank it, is further protected by a pair of prow-like roof shapes that add distinction and weight to the otherwise all-glass faƧade. I always try to make our houses feel like homes, not commercial spaces,ā€ Coletti says.

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Proactive Water Management: Best Practices for Buildings of the Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

In the United States alone, water treatment and delivery accounts for 13 percent of the countryā€™s total electricity consumption , releasing up to 290 million metric tons of carbon every yearā€”approximately 5 percent of total US emissions and equal to the carbon output of more than 60 coal-fired power plants.

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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 ā€œe-gatesā€ for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Denso Launches Viscotaq Tank Base Corrosion Protection System

CCR Magazine

Tank base corrosion presents a significant challenge for above-ground storage tanks, threatening structural integrity, risking environmental contamination, and incurring costly repairs or replacements. Recognizing the critical need for robust protection, Denso, Inc., Recognizing the critical need for robust protection, Denso, Inc.,