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EFFECTS OF CHLORINE DIOXIDE ON PLUMBING SYSTEMS ADDRESSED IN NEW TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

Civil + Structural Engineer

(PPI) has released a new technical document that reports on the association’s findings about the compatibility of plastic piping materials with chlorine dioxide (CIO 2 ) when used in hot- and cold-water plumbing distribution systems. While chlorine dioxide is rarely used as a secondary (i.e.,

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Plumber gets suspended jail sentence over £50,000 Covid loan fraud

Construction News

A sole-trader building contractor has received a suspended prison sentence for falsely claiming the maximum amount available under the Covid loan system. Florin-Petrica Bodale, who offered plumbing, heating and air-conditioning installation, successfully applied for a Covid Bounce Back Loan of 50,000 in November 2020.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Transportation & Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns?

GCP Applied Technologies

Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:37. August 26, 2020. While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums. Integrated systems. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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From History to Hospitality: The Transformation of a Minneapolis Landmark

STAHL

It then sat vacant for nearly a decade before its ambitious conversion into a hotel began in 2020. Every floor necessitated structural reinforcement and new penetrations for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. McGee Building, this historic structure served as the Hennepin County Public Defender’s Office until 2012.

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What Is Soil Vent Pipe | How Does Soil Stack Pipe Works | Soil Vent Pipe Material | Types of Plumbing System

CivilJungle

The plumbing system and the Drainage of the important aspect of the building because it helps to drain off the wastewater from the building. In this article, you will get to know what is soil stack, how do the soil vent pipe works and the overview of the plumbing system in the building. Introduction of Soil Vent Pipe.

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Winning Innovation Strategies for Plumbing Contractors

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Plumbing dates back to ancient civilizations; these societies relied on channels and pipes to irrigate crops, remove waste, and provide potable water to inhabitants. Plumbing technology has since evolved immeasurably. However, one fact remains: plumbing is vital to the way we live and work today.