Construction Specifier

JANUARY 15, 2021

Dry flood-proofing implies a new design for a structure or retrofit additions to an existing facility that prevents the entry of flood waters. A common, last-minute dry flood-proofing technique is to wall in the structure with sand-bags, thereby blocking rising flood waters. by Harry Lubitz, CDT. Photo courtesy UGL.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The post How to Repair Spalling Brickwork | Tips for Maintenance and Fixing Masonry appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These signs could indicate spalling brickwork, which can lead to structural damage and unwanted moisture ingress. Proactive repair can prevent aesthetic damage, structural damage, mold growth and safety hazards.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

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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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Older masonry structures from many eras, including libraries, town halls, commercial blocks, and school buildings, stand at the geographic center of many communities, holding symbolic meaning and serving varied needs and purposes. Photos courtesy RKTB Architects. By Albert Aronov, AIA. What is Overcladding?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rigid-Frame Design A turning point for fabric buildings came 13 years ago when Legacy Building Solutions first introduced fabric structures that featured a structural steel I-beam frame. Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 31, 2021

Joints of Stone Masonry: The construction which is done with the help of stones and bonded together with mortar is known as Stone Masonry. Stone Masonry is widely used where the stones are available in abundance. The stone masonry is the type of masonry construction which is done with stones and cement mortar.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 28, 2024

Encountering damp in your home can be a distressing experience, especially when you consider the potential health and structural problems it can cause. Rising Damp: Causes and Identification Rising damp occurs when moisture from the ground travels upwards through the walls of a building, typically through capillaries in masonry materials.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The building is constructed with a steel structural frame, with bar joists for support of floor and roof slabs bearing on beams at the exterior wall. At the exterior walls, masonry infill is present between steel members. The lintel plate supported the masonry veneer.

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The MCP Group

APRIL 19, 2024

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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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method. A commercial example of this approach is best represented by a hotel chain located in Redondo Beach, California whose owner chose a modular system.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 27, 2023

Every project should answer this question: can the facade be saved or has the brick’s deterioration critically compromised the wall’s stability? Existing brick masonry is often treated as a maintenance item and not much thought is given to whole system performance. This style was most commonly found in the 1920s-1950s.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

For the purposes of this discussion, a joint is an intentional break between two enclosure materials, components, or systems. This might include a gap between two masonry wall units, between a glazing unit and adjacent walls, or between overlapping pieces of cladding.

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 12, 2023

AIM Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing has supplied wall cavity barriers and open state cavity barriers (OSCBs), along with technical support, for a ‘path-breaking’, 900-room student accommodation development at the University of West England Bristol’s Frenchay Campus. This is now reflecting within Maple’s and AIM’s quality audits.”

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2020

Images courtesy International Masonry Institute. The International Masonry Institute (IMI) recently conducted an in-depth survey with nearly 30 national, regional, and local construction management (CM) firms to learn more about changes in materials, systems, concerns, and construction delivery methods. Performance.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2024

The split-level structure had undergone disjointed renovations before Zoom’s acquisition, resulting in a maze-like layout that deviated from the original open-plan design. Both the interior and exterior showcase exposed masonry, with a new exterior elevator tower added for enhanced vertical circulation.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Electricians Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in buildings and construction sites.

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The MCP Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The work includes site demolition, selective demolition, earthwork, erosion control, site concrete, brick pavers, decorative fences, landscaping & irrigation, site utilities, cast-in-place concrete, masonry, stone, stone cleaning, cast stone, structural steel, decorative stairs & railings, architectural woodwork, air barriers, EPDM roofing, (..)

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

It is the visible and often decorative aspect of a structure that showcases its aesthetic appeal and serves as a protective barrier against the elements. It serves as the first impression and visual representation of a structure, conveying its identity to both occupants and passersby.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

While the exterior was designed with a non-load bearing precast color to match the existing structure, the interior spaces required durable materials that would hold up to the hustle and bustle created by authentic simulations. The veteran professionals from Vimak Construction and Masonry, Inc.

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The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Bid Due Date | March 7, 2024 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 79,507 sf PEMB arena with heavy timber framing, structural steel and associated sitework. 2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post KSU Animal Science Arena appeared first on MCP GROUP.

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The MCP Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

Bid Due Date | February 20, 2024 12:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

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The MCP Group

JUNE 21, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 6, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 20,710 sf partial structural steel frame, partial PEMB frame. 2021 Addenda None at this time.

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BDC Network

APRIL 28, 2023

In the following case studies, designers used color to make these structures stand out, using each building’s purpose and surroundings as inspiration for their color choices. Using the PAC-CLAD Snap-Clad metal roofing system as wall cladding, Progressive Dynamics, based in Streamwood, Ill.,

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The MCP Group

AUGUST 14, 2023

Bid Due Date | August 31, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

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Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Painting/finishing Steel Fabrication 40

The MCP Group

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The work includes selective demolition, site demolition, earthwork, site concrete, bike racks, landscaping & irrigation, site utilities, cast-in-place concrete, polished concrete, unit masonry, structural steel, decorative railings, architectural woodwork, damp proofing & waterproofing, insulation, foamed-in-place insulation, metal wall & (..)

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The goal is to protect the legacy of these important structures while upgrading their functionality for modern use. Such research ensures renovations accurately reflect the structure’s most historically significant eras. Historical renovation projects require a delicate balance of preservation and adaptation.

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The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, asphalt paving, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping, cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, stone, structural steel, architectural woodwork, spray foam insulation, acrylic plaster soffit system, metal wall panels, fiber cement siding, TPO roofing joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, aluminum entrances (..)

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The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, asphalt paving, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping, cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, stone, structural steel, architectural woodwork, spray foam insulation, acrylic plaster soffit system, metal wall panels, fiber cement siding, TPO roofing joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, aluminum entrances (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4 story wood framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

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Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Painting/finishing Steel Fabrication 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

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Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Painting/finishing Steel Fabrication 40

BDC Network

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Engineered Wood Sprouts Solutions for Supermarket Chain 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/18/2023 - 13:31 Switching from a steel roof system to an engineered wood one helped a Sprouts Farmers Market design team solve supply chain challenges and lower the location’s carbon footprint. The G2T system uses flush hangers, similar to the original steel system.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 28, 2020

What is a Shear Wall? Shear wall is a structural member used to resist lateral forces, i.e., parallel to the plane of the wall. • In other words, Shear walls are vertical elements of the horizontal force resisting system. It is better to use walls with no openings in them. . • Core type shear walls.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 28, 2021

What Is a Cavity Wall? A cavity wall consists of a hollow space between them. The cavity walls normally consist of two skins, which should be brick , cinder blocks , or reinforcement concrete blocks , etc. The weep hole is constructed above the window or base the wall to draw out the rainwater. How to Build a Cavity Wall?

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

The light clay walls are made with a mixture of clay and straw, and the timber frame structure is built using wood from the property. This house has three heat sources: passive solar, a masonry stove, and an annualized geo solar system. The house is connected to the grid for electricity.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

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

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Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. For instance, you can construct fabric structures for mining operations and storage equipment for landscaping, construction, and automotive businesses.

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