Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Last summer, Tindall announced the launch of an innovative precast concrete floor system called the Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB ® ). As one of the most versatile slab systems ever made, T-SLAB delivers the strength and design flexibility builders need, but without the price tag they might expect.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Electricians Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in buildings and construction sites.

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Specification Product Update

JANUARY 16, 2024

Overview IG Masonry Support supplied 65m of mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+, The system was dropping beneath slabs. This was provided by a secondary support structure, devised by IG Masonry Support, and utilised to the rear of a down stand to reduce the amount of unsightly steel used.

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Overview IG Masonry Support supplied 65m of mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+, The system was dropping beneath slabs. This was provided by a secondary support structure, devised by IG Masonry Support, and utilised to the rear of a down stand to reduce the amount of unsightly steel used.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

Cintec International Ltd were invited to devise a scheme in conjunction with the clients structural engineers, for the stabilization of a magnificent Grade 2* listed building in 2023. In addition to alterations the structure had suffered movement due to poor ground beneath old timber foundations which necessitated substantial underpinning.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Then after architect consult with a structural engineer and MEP engineer for details of the reinforcements and other detail for use, how deep your foundation will be, the size of gravel to be used, column width, electrical, plumbing, etc. Structural Certificate. Over the plinth beam , masonry work has been started. Land Survey.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

Inter-room noise isolation applies to enclosed rooms horizontally adjacent to one another on the same floor. Much is known about constructing partitions, whether they are made of masonry or gypsum wall board attached to metal or wood studs, to achieve the desired level of noise isolation. Requirements in building standards.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The building is constructed with a steel structural frame, with bar joists for support of floor and roof slabs bearing on beams at the exterior wall. At the exterior walls, masonry infill is present between steel members. The lintel plate supported the masonry veneer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 24, 2023

Designed by STUDIOS Architecture, the new 122 Fifth Avenue introduces an exciting offering to Lower Fifth’s office tenants, with a new penthouse, grab-and-go coffee shop, more flexible workspaces and floor plates ranging from 27,000 to 33,000 square feet – a rare opportunity in such a prominent location.

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Natural Building

APRIL 16, 2014

To my knowledge, building science has never been approached with such an attitude of precise evaluation of all of the factors that affect the environmental impact of materials and building systems. Simple bar graphs indicate at a glance just how “green” each material or system might be.

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 12, 2023

AIM worked with Maple Sunscreening on the rainscreen façade system assembly from the ground floor upwards, which is mainly cassette panels with AIM’s OSCBs incorporated horizontally and AIM’s wall cavity barriers installed vertically. The first rooms will be available from September 2023.

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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 concrete floors serve as thermal mass, contributing to the heating of the space during extended hours.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 19, 2020

The beam which connects two or more columns or rafters in a roof or roof truss or in any height above floor level to make the whole structure more stiff and stable at the foundation level is called tie beam. Tie beams are mainly provided at roof truss and floor level and a plinth. They act as a length breaker in the columns.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2024

The split-level structure had undergone disjointed renovations before Zoom’s acquisition, resulting in a maze-like layout that deviated from the original open-plan design. A versatile staircase now serves as a pivotal space for meetings, presentations, alternative workspaces, and circulation between floors.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 7, 2020

Images courtesy Dörken Systems. Hence waterproofing systems are very critical to keeping foundations dry. Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component. by Peter Barrett. The major cause of foundation-related problems is water.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

The light clay walls are made with a mixture of clay and straw, and the timber frame structure is built using wood from the property. There is a wraparound living roof, and the interior has earthen floors and natural plasters. This house has three heat sources: passive solar, a masonry stove, and an annualized geo solar system.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Damp and rot prevention requires a multi-layered approach, incorporating proper drainage, ventilation systems, and moisture barriers during construction phases. Early detection of warning signs, like musty odours, peeling paint, or salt deposits, can prevent costly structural damage and maintain a healthy building environment.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

By using concrete masonry units (CMUs) as the dominant exterior building material, the design was able to incorporate the company’s heritage into the exterior appearance, creating a woven pattern. We were able to angle the masonry to deflect the sun on five- and 10-degree angles.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

While the exterior was designed with a non-load bearing precast color to match the existing structure, the interior spaces required durable materials that would hold up to the hustle and bustle created by authentic simulations. The veteran professionals from Vimak Construction and Masonry, Inc.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Introduction of Bond Beam Block vs. Lintel Block: Bond beam is a horizontal structural element which is generally provided above the brickwork to strengthen the wall. The Bond beam blocks are the horizontal concrete masonry units. Bond beam adds mass to the masonry walls , which supports the point as well as the distributed loads.

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The MCP Group

APRIL 19, 2024

Location Emporia, Kansas Plans ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center Combined Plans Specifications 014518 Specification Vol 1 014518 Specification Vol 2 General Information Bid Invitation ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021

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Construction Specifier

JULY 31, 2022

IMPs are single-component weather barrier wall systems which deliver high-performance value in one integrated, easy-to-install system. The panels are used as part of a steel frame structure, an interior liner panel of a concrete or masonry structure, an unbraced interior partition, or a suspended ceiling.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 8, 2021

It also preserves the work of masonry. To preserve the poor product including porous materials and joins developed in masonry work. Therefore it provides a suitable foundation or floor for surface decoration by adding whitewashing, sweeping, painting , and distempering. Its first coating offers the means to have a level floor.

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The MCP Group

JUNE 17, 2024

Location Topeka, Kansas Plans KHRC Office Remodel Combined Plans Specifications _23024-KHRC-INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS _23024-KHRC-PROJECT MANUAL-06-07-2024 General Information Bid Invitation KHRC Office Remodel MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda None at this time.

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The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Bid Due Date | March 9, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description Existing 5-story heavy timber frame and masonry building. Will be restored into a 50-unit apartment building.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Sometimes this concrete frame is also called as a skeleton of this entire structure. In this structure, the vertical members, i.e. columns, carry the entire load of the building , so it’s the most important part of this type of construction. Precast concrete frame structures are used in one storey building. Cast in situ.

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Natural Building

JULY 22, 2011

Masonry Heaters. Living Homes: Stone Masonry, Log, and Strawbale Construction; Building Your High-Efficiency Dream Home on a Shoestring Budget , by Thomas J. Their home is a true hybrid, with the first floor being slip-formed stone masonry and the second story of logs, all sourced locally and ecologically. HyperAdobe.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2020

A skeleton frame is a framed structure often used for the construction of multi-storey buildings. It incorporates a network, or system, of columns and connecting beams which support the building’s interior floors and exterior walls and carries all loads to the foundations. What Is Steel Structure Building?

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CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Retrofitting is the modern technique or methodology used to increase the structure’s reliability. Retrofitting is helped to develop safety, durability, and applicability of structure. It furthermore counts new characteristics or technology to the ancient structure. Retrofitting of the Structural Components: Jacketing.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

are preferred structures in cast-in-situ concrete. are preferred structures in cast-in-situ concrete. Cast in place concrete wall is an exposed civil, structural system. Openings are provided in this system by generally filling with masonry, windows, or other cladding materials. Cast in Place Concrete Wall.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 24, 2020

They had investigated a number of construction methods…straw bale, cordwood masonry, rammed earth, Earthship, log, etc. They also used clay to make most of their floors, counter tops, and as the wall finish, inside and out. The primary interior heat source is a custom built masonry heater, centrally placed.

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The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Bid Due Date | March 7, 2024 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 79,507 sf PEMB arena with heavy timber framing, structural steel and associated sitework.

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The MCP Group

JUNE 21, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 6, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 20,710 sf partial structural steel frame, partial PEMB frame. 2021 Addenda None at this time.

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The MCP Group

AUGUST 14, 2023

Bid Due Date | August 31, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

The footing is important to uniformly spread the whole weight of the structure on the ground in just such a way which no destructive settlement actually occurs. The structures therefore need to be established on a strong Footing. Generally, the plinth is built slightly well above the ground floor sometime after the foundation.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Conversations or activity of other occupants, the whirl and beeps of computers and electronic equipment, and the hum of HVAC and mechanical systems all create a cacophony of unwanted sound that is hard to ignore. Hotels, school dormitories, apartments, and condos have the same design element in common—shared walls and floor/ceilings.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 28, 2021

The weep holes provide an air circulation system in the cavity walls that help to Come out of the evaporated water outside of the cavity. To leaves of the masonry wall separated by an air gap and tides by ties is known as a cavity wall. It is joined together by metal ties and at suitable intervals and separating by an air space.

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