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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. They routinely walk on storage tanks, elevated surfaces, vehicles, and roofs. Roofing is even more dangerous for falls than wastewater treatment plants.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

In the case of the Theodore Levin US Courthouse, however, the existing building occupies an entire city block and the upper floors are arranged in a “donut” shape with offices and courtrooms surrounding an interior light court. What worked well for the upper floors to minimize disruption became challenging on the interior of the building.

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Using exterior-grade waterproofing in interior applications

Construction Specifier

Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products.

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ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center

The MCP Group

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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KHRC Office Remodel

The MCP Group

The work includes selective demolition, earthwork, site concrete, cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, cast stone, structural steel, finish carpentry/architectural woodwork, waterproofing, air barrier, TPO roofing, joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, aluminum storefront, automatic operators, gypsum board assemblies, tile, acoustical ceilings, resilient (..)

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NYU’s new visually striking complex embraces ambitious climate goals

Construction Specifier

As part of NYU’s plans for carbon neutrality by 2040, the team incorporated several energy efficient strategies and systems: Expanding the co-generation (CoGen) plant, NYU’s natural-gas-fueled power plant. To enhance bird safety, the glass has a denser frit design on outside corners, lower building levels, and areas near green roofs.

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Seward County CC CDL Truck Driving School

The MCP Group

Location Liberal, Kansas Plans 22-051 SCCC CDL Truck Driving School – Bid Set Specifications 22-051 SCCC Specifications General Information Bid Invitation Seward CCC CDL Truck Driving School MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda None at this time.