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Fire Protection Systems Presentation Structural Systems 
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 14, 2023
The project, which involved designing, manufacturing and installing 20 self-closing fire doors in the cross passages at Bank Station, presented a number of logistical challenges. “As We have had to be responsive to the demands of this installation – it has been very much a bespoke solution,” said Dr Norris.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Kerwin is a lifelong Union Beach resident and has been a firefighter with the Union Beach Gardens Fire Department for decades. This extends to his other job, as a maintenance worker for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. To help protect the community, the Army Corps is increasing the size of the beach.
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Construction Specifier
MAY 11, 2023
Sagan, PE, F.ASCE Fire protection of metal buildings is a top-of-mind topic for many designers and specifiers. Fire safety codes and how to meet their requirements in metal buildings make up a large percentage of these inquiries. Another example of this would be an office space which includes a daycare and a cafeteria.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 14, 2025
An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Weatherproof outlets mounted 48 inches from the floor protect connections from moisture and damage. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.
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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. It presents unique challenges that require creativity, expertise, and careful planning. These systems are designed to ensure consistent water pressure, regardless of the floor or the time of day.
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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 defects range from minor aesthetic issues like cracked tiles to serious structural problems that compromise safety.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2023
Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Kennesha describes the problem with landfills as stemming from waste buried underground where there is no oxygen present. Inefficient gas collection systems allow gasses to accumulate and remain trapped inside landfills, which can cause internal temperatures to rise. As they do, fires and explosions are more likely to happen.
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 Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 29, 2021
In the 20 th century, wall assemblies discretized into multi-layered systems with each playing a distinct role. Over time, designers developed various wall configurations to provide thermal mass and weather protection suitable to particular building and climate parameters. FPIS system utilizing foil-faced polyisocyanurate insulation.
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Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
For example, improved performance may be desired in a mechanical system intake plenum that will be exposed to rain and snow that infiltrates the louver, or at some other unique interior application. Unfortunately, the use of exterior-grade waterproofing within interior space has fire- and life-safety code implications that require analysis.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. The four-lane divided highway also features a protected bike lane, shielded from traffic with a concrete wall barrier.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications. Contractors and design teams will continue to pay out contingencies without understanding what went wrong and how to protect themselves in the future. The refinement differences are clearly visible in this polished concrete image.
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UK Construction Blog
APRIL 2, 2025
Various types of epoxy systems are available in Manchester, including self-smoothing systems, decorative metallic finishes, and anti-slip coatings, with costs ranging from 20 to 150 per square metre depending on complexity. The non-porous surface prevents substances from penetrating and causing long-term damage.
Construction Specifier
JULY 7, 2023
New England and Greek Revival influences One notable architectural feature in New England is the use of brick-ended structures, which serve as a prominent design element for both public and residential buildings. The massing of the building, on the other hand, was influenced by broader urbanistic considerations.
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UK Construction Blog
MARCH 14, 2025
Key Takeaways A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) provides legal proof that your development is lawful, offering protection against planning policy changes and peace of mind for homeowners and potential buyers. Legal Status and Authority Lawful Development Certificates carry significant legal weight in the UK planning system.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The greater the amount of customization to the system and the more constrained the project schedule, the greater the value design-assist can offer in reducing risk. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
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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.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 10, 2024
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., Key Features of the Viscotaq Tank Base Protection System 1.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 27, 2020
Calculating the life-cycle costs for a facility involves identifying all relevant costs, such as initial/investment costs, operational, maintenance, and repair costs, replacement, renovation, adaptation costs, and disposal costs, in there appropriate years and running an associated net present value (NPV) calculation. Steel Fire-Tube 30.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 10, 2024
Laminators Incorporated presents AdaptaClad™ RS, a new shop-fabricated rainscreen wall system designed to provide significant time and labor savings to fabricators and installers. Along with the launch of their new system, Laminators Inc. Its built-in adaptability makes it possible to install over almost any building substrate.
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Construction Specifier
MARCH 2, 2025
EIT, and Tom Jaleski, ICC Photos courtesy RDH Building Sciences As the design and construction industry shifts toward more eco-conscious building systems, mass timber has become a prominent element in this new direction. 2 Fire suppression/protection systems are required for most facilities.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
By Greg Keeler Photos courtesy Owens Corning (OC) Considering fire activity over the last year, the consequences of wildfires can be seen across a wide range of geographies and climate zones. There was significant fire activity in many parts of the country at the same time which doesn’t typically happen.”
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.
Specification Product Update
OCTOBER 13, 2023
A major refurbishment project in Dorset has seen a landmark building completely transformed with the use of a BBA-certified StoTherm Mineral external wall insulation system designed by Sto. The StoTherm Mineral M insulation system was installed to the sheathing boards to create a drained and vented cavity.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. Often, it is a range of issues happening with increasing frequency that indicate it is time for an update.
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
As a result, more thought is now invested in material selection and whole system performance. These insulation boards contribute to key project goals, such as energy efficiency, moisture management, fire protection, sound control, building resilience, and sustainability. Photo © ROCKWOOL North America.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped. Racking systems play an outsized role when owners plan warehouse layout. If the type and amount of goods your facility stores or distributes varies, a stand-alone system might be best.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. Over time, natural wear and tear and unpredictable weather conditions can damage shingles, create leaks, or even affect the roof's structural integrity. These systems are complicated and need professional installation, repair, or maintenance.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 15, 2024
System types and typical performance In strictest architectural designation, a curtain wall is any non-load-bearing exterior wall that hangs, like a curtain, from the outer edge of floor slabs, regardless of construction or cladding material. Glazing options include outside-glazed, inside-glazed, or pre-glazed systems.
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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 28, 2023
A new year has arrived, and along with it, new challenges in maintaining fire safety. With rapid technological advancements and evolving building designs, understanding fire risk assessments and their importance has never been more crucial. So, what is a fire risk assessment, and why is it essential in 2023?
CCR Magazine
JULY 31, 2024
Nevertheless, using flat roofing presents some major difficulties associated with drainage and waterproofing. The main strength of BUR is that it is very durable, and the multiple layers protect it against damage and water ingress. Moreover, natural gravel is shielded from UV rays and offers a fire safety covering.
Construction Specifier
MARCH 20, 2025
By Chuck Knickerbocker Photo Simon Hurst Photography/courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) Glazing systems are significant in connecting interior spaces to the outdoors, making them a popular option for todays sleek and modern building facades. Their ability to transfer daylight also makes them beneficial for interior applications.
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Construction Specifier
JUNE 9, 2022
and Canada have announced initiatives that will simultaneously help meet environmental protection targets as well as drive post-pandemic economic recovery. Mechanical systems are often outdated and inefficient, requiring constant maintenance. F) trajectory. Recently, federal leaders in the U.S. All retrofits are not the same.
Maltaward
OCTOBER 26, 2023
When maintenance and care become less frequent, the structural integrity and security of a vacant property become compromised in ways that soon escalate into substantial problems, proving difficult and costly to fix. Fortified barriers also provide fire and weather protection.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2025
Its about building structures that stand the test of time while elevating the overall appeal of a property. Designing for Climate-Resilience Every regions weather presents unique challenges for exterior construction. Smart lighting systems add a modern edge, allowing homeowners to control brightness and timing from their devices.
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.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 16, 2021
Bamboo is widely used in the construction industry for various purposes such as scaffolding construction of bridges and structures etc. Bamboo is widely used for the construction of partition walls and beams which are the main structural elements of any structure. Bamboo is easier for transportation and construction.
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CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Thornton Tomasetti served as structural engineer, parking designer, and sustainability and Parksmart consultant. Image Courtesy of: Michael Worthington Project Overview The complex consists of two structures, which are adjacent to each other. Unistress Corporation fabricated the precast system.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 8, 2024
Myle Meta V5 Pods decrease the chance of accidents and injuries by providing a safe work environment with well-placed emergency exits, state-of-the-art fire suppression systems, sensitive smoke detectors, and 24/7 CCTV surveillance. Present environmental regulations and guidelines are satisfied by this.
Building Information Management
JULY 27, 2016
Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. Note: MasterFormat Structure = Groups and Subgroups. Existing Structural Information. 1995 Edition. Divisions.
Building Information Management
JULY 27, 2016
Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . Note: MasterFormat Structure = Groups and Subgroups. Existing Structural Information. 1995 Edition. Divisions.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 31, 2024
These developments present valuable options for builders and specifiers for several key reasons. WRC has been shown to perform well in terms of flame spread rating, fire retardant rating, and smoke-developed classification. In high-risk fire areas, WRC can be further protected by applying a permanent fire retardant.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
The aluminum composite panel is indeed a construction substance wherein thermoplastic polythene base as well as the fire-retardant base layer are placed between two made of aluminum sheets. Polythene is not a fire-resistant substance, it sparks and spreads the fire. Type B protects 3 storage buildings and. #3.
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