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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site. Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future.

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Boston Public Library blends New England, Greek Revival architecture

Construction Specifier

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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Renovating A Heritage Building

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A heritage building is any structure of sufficient age that it retains some historical value within the city. To start let’s define who classifies heritage structures. Fortunately for you, having a building retained as a heritage structure also means that you receive some tax breaks and can apply for grants to help with this.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. A Primer on MasterFormat TM.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures to according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 1995 Edition. Divisions.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

CMU: Concrete Masonry Unit. CMUP: Concrete Masonry Unit Painted. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System. GCMU: Glazed Concrete Masonry Unit. GMU: Glazed Masonry Unit. GSU: Glazed Structural Unit. CLR: Clear. CLR OPG: Clear Opening. CLS: Closure.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

CMU: Concrete Masonry Unit. CMUP: Concrete Masonry Unit Painted. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System. GCMU: Glazed Concrete Masonry Unit. GMU: Glazed Masonry Unit. GSU: Glazed Structural Unit. CLR: Clear. CLR OPG: Clear Opening. CLS: Closure.