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Durability with rainscreen masonry wall assemblies

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Echelon Masonry. Water, sun, wind, and temperature damage are among the greatest enemies to a building’s structural integrity, even when encased in precast or exterior masonry. One of these methods includes the development of new rainscreen system technologies built with manufactured or natural stone cladding.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.

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What Is Timber | Types of Timber | What Is Mass Timber Products | Type of Mass Timber in Construction

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Birch wood produces strong plywood and the timber is very durable & waterproof also. Plywood is used for furniture, formwork, flooring, structural systems, external walls, doors or shutters, etc. Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT): Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is a large-scale, prefabricated, solid engineered wood panel.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Existing Masonry Information. Existing Masonry Information. 04 00 00 Masonry.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Existing Masonry Information. Existing Masonry Information. 04 00 00 Masonry.

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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab

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Utilized during a flat plate system, it’s impossible to possess a sizeable span. These systems are light in weight & therefore considerable saving is ensured within the framework because a light framework is required. It has flexibility due to the cable system. It surges the shear strength of the slab.

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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. MAS: Masonry. CLR: Clear. CLR OPG: Clear Opening. CLS: Closure. CNDS: Condensate.