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What’s the difference between RFIs, Submittals and Specifications?

Field Wire

Prior to and during construction, every piece of equipment, material types, and even details such as the exact color of paint need to be reviewed and approved via submittals. These pieces of equipment often require close coordination to ensure that they receive the correct power, fuel, water and structural support.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Process Equipment Subgroup: Divisions 40 – 49. Project Delivery.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Process Equipment Subgroup: Divisions 40 – 49. Project Delivery.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

EQP: Equipment. EQPT: Equipment. EQUIP: Equipment. FF&E: Fixtures, Furnishings & Equipment. HD: Head, Heavy Duty. HVY: Heavy. HW: Hot Water, Heavy Wall. HWC: Hot Water Circulating, Heavy Wall Conduit. MFD: Manufactured, Metal Floor Deck. MFG: Manufacturer, Manufacturing.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

EQP: Equipment. EQPT: Equipment. EQUIP: Equipment. FF&E: Fixtures, Furnishings & Equipment. HD: Head, Heavy Duty. HVY: Heavy. HW: Hot Water, Heavy Wall. HWC: Hot Water Circulating, Heavy Wall Conduit. MFD: Manufactured, Metal Floor Deck. MFG: Manufacturer, Manufacturing.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

Job Order Contracting

EQP: Equipment. EQPT: Equipment. EQUIP: Equipment. FF&E: Fixtures, Furnishings & Equipment. HD: Head, Heavy Duty. HVY: Heavy. HW: Hot Water, Heavy Wall. HWC: Hot Water Circulating, Heavy Wall Conduit. MFD: Manufactured, Metal Floor Deck. MFG: Manufacturer, Manufacturing.

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What Is MDF | Advantages of MDF | Disadvantages of MDF | MDF Properties | Application of MDF | How to Waterproof MDF | What Is MDF Made of

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MDF is resistant to termites and other insects due to the chemicals used in its construction during the manufacturing process. The subsequent pieces are therefore cut to the appropriate length with the manufacturing saw while still warm. MDF Manufacturing Process: It involves some process, such as: Collection. Wood preparation.