GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Waterproofing Below Grade Structures. Specifying Below Grade Waterproofing. Extreme climate conditions bring additional challenges for waterproofing below grade structures. Waterproof concrete.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

By Mike Fischer One of the first questions to be asked when designing a basement foundation is “what is the desired functionality of the basement?” On the far end of the spectrum, the basement may serve as a structural foundation only and nothing more. In other words, it will be cold in the winter and damp during much of the year.

Foundation Systems 59

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. Developed on reclaimed land, the museum’s foundation rests below the water table, subjecting foundations to highly aggressive chloride and sulfate conditions that can quickly deteriorate the concrete and significantly reduce the life of the structure. Phillip.fry@gc…. March 28, 2018.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 29, 2024

Elevated Foundations An effective way to protect buildings from floods is by elevating the foundation above the flood level. You might use: Pier and beam foundations: These lift the home on stilts or columns, allowing floodwater to pass underneath. These materials are often used for structural components like walls and floors.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

When budgets and surrounding floor systems allow, designers are increasingly favoring in-floor door operators. Figure 1 Connecting and integrating waterproofing to entrances/exits Where entrances are over occupied space, the installation requires waterproofing. The foundation waterproofing often terminates at grade.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

Key considerations such as waterproofing and moisture control are critical due to Ottawa’s climate. Additionally, effective lighting and ventilation systems are essential to maintain air quality and prevent moisture-related issues. Use waterproof materials such as vinyl or ceramic tile for flooring and walls.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 8, 2024

As explained by Melbourne VIC , retrofitting can address issues such as outdated systems, structural weaknesses, and compliance with modern standards. This can involve installing new insulation, upgrading windows and doors, and implementing advanced HVAC systems.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2024

Elevate™ , a premier manufacturer of roofing and lining systems, announced the 2024 recipients of its Master Contractor program, which recognizes the most elite commercial roofing contractors in North America and Latin America. said Kristin Beck, President, Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems & Lining Americas.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. The topics to be addressed in this article, when it comes to overcladding masonary facades and foundations, as well as roof assemblies, include the following: Placement and attachment of insulation and air barrier within the assembly.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2023

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. In addition to an efficient filtration system, the John A. Paulson Center are constructed with an appropriate structural system.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 2, 2021

Waterproofing below-grade portions of buildings Has become increasingly important to owners as technological advancements and limited city space have pushed basements deeper into the ground and further into water tables. Engineered structural systems below grade also continue to advance. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by William M.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 20, 2024

Below-grade insulation protects parts of a building that are below-ground levels such as basements, foundation walls, and crawl spaces, from heat transfer and moisture. The most common facer for polyiso roof insulation is an organic paper-faced material, which can absorb water, but remains dry when contained within a roofing system.

Energy Efficiency 59

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

All residential and commercial buildings require sturdy, reliable foundations to remain structurally sound over decades of shifting soil, erosion, changing weather patterns, and typical wear-and-tear. But even modern engineering and construction cannot always prevent foundational issues from emerging.

Foundation Systems 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. Developed on reclaimed land, the museum’s foundation rests below the water table, subjecting foundations to highly aggressive chloride and sulfate conditions that can quickly deteriorate the concrete and significantly reduce the life of the structure. Phillip.fry@gc…. March 28, 2018.

Waterproofing Systems 68

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Creating waterproof concrete. Waterproof admixtures are used to create waterproof concrete. When to use waterproof concrete.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Cast in place concrete is a construction technology where building components like walls, slabs are cast at the site by Formwork. Cast-in-place concrete slabs, concrete foundations, beam, column , wall, roof, etc.,

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Creating waterproof concrete. Waterproof admixtures are used to create waterproof concrete. When to use waterproof concrete.

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The MCP Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

6 – Geotech Revision for Shallow Footing Foundation — Wyndham Echo Hotel – Round Rock — 4.18.23 Location Round Rock, TX Plans 3 – Echo Suites_Round Rock, TX – BID SET COMMENTS_01.26.2024 5 – Echo Suites Round Rock — Civil Plans — 1.15.24 MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021

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CCR Magazine

MAY 28, 2024

This maintenance not only prevents water from backing up against the house but also protects your roof and walls from moisture exposure. Regular checks and maintenance of your ventilation systems are necessary to ensure they remain efficient and effective year-round.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

One of these methods includes the development of new rainscreen system technologies built with manufactured or natural stone cladding. Already a $116-plus million global industry in 2018, rainscreen wall system revenues are expected to reach $60.75 What are rainscreen wall systems and cladding?

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As they age, many begin to show the effects of neglect, weather, and deferred maintenance on their façades, foundations, and roof assemblies. From Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon, many cities are contending with government and school buildings from the last century, built with solid masonry bearing walls. What is Overcladding?

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Specifying below grade waterproofing. Waterproofing basements and other below grade spaces takes special considerations. Here are five points to consider when specifying waterproofing for these spaces. . Be sure that your waterproofing membrane bonds adhesively to the structure. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/14/2018 - 12:08.

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CivilJungle

MAY 19, 2021

Bond breakers are also used in breaking the bond between substrate and waterproofing membrane system, thus forming an adjustable bridge , resisting the movement of the water or moisture. Often a time, the importance of bond breaker as an inseparable part of the waterproofing system is being overlooked. Non-Reactive-.

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 13, 2022

The easy description of the top-down construction method will help the storeroom surface of the house will install in a system which, after realization of the cellar, will be set up from upper to lower surface by surface. Design of midriff wall. Construct wall fastener piles. Offer basic sweep to help midriff wall.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Bond breakers are also used in breaking the bond between substrate and waterproofing membrane system, thus forming an adjustable bridge , resisting the movement of the water or moisture. Often a time, the importance of bond breaker as an inseparable part of the waterproofing system is being overlooked. Non-reactive.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 7, 2021

The Inverted Arch Footing is built in areas where the carrying or bearing capacity of the soil is very low and the load of the building is concentrated on the walls and digging is not possible. This is not a typical type of foundation. Inverted Arch Footing is built between the two foundation walls.

Foundation Systems 52

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

The water leakage problems are due to various issues such as defective plumbing systems. If the faces of the walls are exposed to the rain and it is not properly protected and waterproofing is done. If the walls are not exposed to the sunlight, then there are chances of dampness. Damaged Waterproofing System.

Ceiling Systems 52

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 15, 2021

This includes proactively avoiding lower openings or permanently sealing them, retrofitting waterproof closures to lower openings, or providing temporary waterproof membranes or barriers to block flood water intrusion. The cost of the repair should also be less than the replacement of affected materials and systems.”.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Generally skirting is a board which is provided in the junction point of the wall and the interior wall throughout its length. This type of skirting is used for various walls like plane walls, patterned walls, textured walls, etc. In light flooring, walls, ceiling works; wooden skirting is used.

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Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Therefore, it is crucial to regularly inspect, service, and maintain the HVAC system. Assess all transitions between the wall and framing. Mice can turn wall insulation into a nest seemingly overnight. Keep floors, furniture, and walls clean. Ensure that all window and door frames are adequately sealed within the wall.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 7, 2020

Images courtesy Dörken Systems. The major cause of foundation-related problems is water. 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.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 7, 2021

Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Shotcrete Wall.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Brick Wall. Parapet Wall. Under every house is a foundation , and under most footing is Bedding for Footing. Also, Read: Difference Between Footing and Foundation | What is Footing and Foundation. #2. Generally, the plinth is built slightly well above the ground floor sometime after the foundation.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Reinforcing Foundations One of the fundamental elements often overlooked in exterior remodeling is the foundation. Strengthening your home’s foundation is a pivotal step towards ensuring both durability and longevity. A crucial component is the glass; low-E, double-pane windows filled with argon work well as insulation.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 28, 2020

As an example, here is a recent question that I received: “We live in northeastern Oklahoma and I am planning to build a 1 story 40’x40′ house on a conventional concrete stem wall foundation. I would build the roof onto the slipform stone walls. 2) Water getting into the top of the wall from a leaky roof.

Wall Systems 52

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Natural Building

APRIL 30, 2022

A six-month delay in the production and shipping of SONOclimat wood fiber sheathing panels coming from Canada allowed them to increase the concrete footing and foundation wall curing time to 56 days and increase fly ash content up to 40%, which significantly reduced the carbon footprint of the foundation and slab.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

We mixed and poured our own concrete foundation. So far all waterproofing efforts have been 100% successful. I framed the walls with 2×10’s on 1 foot centers and then used 2×10 scraps to connect them into a shelving system that also adds strength. But it’s basically what you’re calling WOFATI.

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