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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. The system provides a permanent means of fall protection under access doors and exceeds OSHA fall protection requirements.

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A Simple Guide to Bathroom Renovation Expenses

CCR Magazine

Brands like Moen and Delta Faucet are renowned for their reliability and durability, making them excellent choices for faucets and shower systems. Determining the placement of fixtures and furniture in advance will help you avoid unnecessary alterations during the installation process, saving both time and money.

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Addressing Aging Utility Tunnels at Midwestern Universities

Civil + Structural Engineer

Underground utility tunnels play a vital role in the continuous functioning of utility services on campus such as steam, chilled water, electricity, domestic water, and telecom systems, housing and protecting the piping and cables necessary to each. Large Midwestern University No.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. 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.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

A significant number of MEP systems, some active and some abandoned, needed to be demolished and moved out of the footprint of the tower just under the second floor roof. Dead loads were recalculated multiple times as the design team worked through various options for the exterior envelope materials to precisely engineer the system.

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Liquid waterproofing membrane

GCP Applied Technologies

Liquid waterproofing membrane. Advantages of liquid waterproofing membranes. Uses for liquid waterproofing membranes. Cold vs. hot waterproofing. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. Advantages of liquid waterproofing membranes. michael.delros…. Play. . .

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Liquid waterproofing membranes

GCP Applied Technologies

Liquid waterproofing membranes. Advantages of liquid waterproofing membranes. Uses for liquid waterproofing membranes. Cold vs. hot waterproofing. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. Advantages of liquid waterproofing membranes. michael.delros….