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BILCO Unveils New Flood-Tight Access Door to Withstand 30-foot Head of Water

Civil + Structural Engineer

NEW HAVEN, CT – The BILCO Company has introduced a new flood-tight floor access door that can withstand a 30-foot head of water from the topside, adding another component to its line of specialty access products for commercial applications. billion in damages related to Superstorm Sandy.

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From History to Hospitality: The Transformation of a Minneapolis Landmark

STAHL

McGee Building, this historic structure served as the Hennepin County Public Defender’s Office until 2012. Every floor necessitated structural reinforcement and new penetrations for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. Originally constructed in 1908 as the Western Union Bank Building, later known as the William E.

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Designing for recovery: The role of flooring in healthcare facilities

Construction Specifier

As flooring covers every square foot and supports every activity, it plays a big role—whether welcoming patients into the lobby, comforting family members in the surgery waiting room, or supporting the nursing staff as they do their rounds. each year, with an average stay of nearly five days.

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Revit OpEd: Measure Between Two References

Revit OpEd

Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Not much of a catch but there is no equivalent floor in this case. Not much of a catch but there is no equivalent floor in this case. If there was a floor there Id just check the properties of the floor. you could sketch your own a floor around the perimeter pretty quickly.

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What are the 5 biggest constructions in history?

Building Radar

The Great Wall of China The Great Wall of China is arguably the most iconic and extensive construction project ever undertaken. Architectural Feats The Great Wall is a testament to ancient engineering techniques, featuring stone , brick, tamped earth, and wood.

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Exploring OSHA’s General Fall Protection Requirements

Safety Services Company

We conclude our look at the five most citied standards of 2012 with OSHA CRF 1926.501, General Fall Protection Requirements. When the employer can demonstrate that fall protection systems are infeasible or creates a greater hazard, the employer may develop and implement a fall protection plan which meets the requirements of OSHA’s standard.

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Why Commercial Facility Maintenance Is Your Best Insurance Policy

HardHatChat

This focuses on prolonging the life of building systems. It’s good to have regular check-ups on the performance of such vital systems as HVAC units, plumbing, and fire protection. Some systems or commercial construction features need regular upgrades that have to be accounted for. Commercial property preventative maintenance.