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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

Compared to steel and timber alternatives, precast concrete lintels offer superior fire resistance (typically exceeding 4 hours), better thermal insulation properties, and greater resistance to environmental damage. Each type offers unique characteristics suited to specific applications in masonry support systems.

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Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings

BDC Network

Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:12 SAFTI FIRST In the wake of the tragic rise in active shooter incidents at schools, the National Glass Association (NGA) took swift action in 2021 by forming a dedicated School Security Task Force. Their mission?

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Using exterior-grade waterproofing in interior applications

Construction Specifier

For example, improved performance may be desired in a mechanical system intake plenum that will be exposed to rain and snow that infiltrates the louver, or at some other unique interior application. Unfortunately, the use of exterior-grade waterproofing within interior space has fire- and life-safety code implications that require analysis.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

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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Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction

BDC Network

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. Designing buildings that provide good fire protection, cost-effectively, can be challenging.

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ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center

The MCP Group

2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center appeared first on MCP GROUP. 2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center appeared first on MCP GROUP.

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KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center

The MCP Group

2021 Addenda ADD 1 ADD 2 The post KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center appeared first on MCP GROUP. 2021 Addenda ADD 1 ADD 2 The post KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center appeared first on MCP GROUP.