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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

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These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations. These include architectural and MEP systems, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other contents. Testing was completed at University of California San Diego (UCSD) in May 2023. Figure 3: AAMA 501.4 Photo courtesy AAMA 501.4,

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Transparent fire-rated design: Where safety meets student experience in campuses

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In fact, at the end of 2023, two educational design experts from Gensler discussed trends shaping the design and construction of college campuses. Reimagining the design to meet student needs The University of Pittsburgh opened the doors to a seven-story west wing addition to Alan Magee Scaife Hall in the spring of 2023.

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Local Connection Key to Realizing Robust Housing

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Under a collaborative design-build delivery, Sundt and SCB came together in 2022 to begin work, with groundbreaking following in May 2023—less than 12 months between contract award and construction start. Early on, we were talking about mechanical systems for the units. million lb of reinforcing steel. “In

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Cal Poly Humboldt's Vision for Realizing Robust Housing

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Under a collaborative design-build delivery, Sundt and SCB came together in 2022 to begin work, with groundbreaking following in May 2023—less than 12 months between contract award and construction start. Early on, we were talking about mechanical systems for the units. million lb of reinforcing steel. “In

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Expansion joint innovation on River Nene viaduct

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One of the features of the new expansion joint is a quick release system so it can be replaced overnight should the need ever arise, significantly reducing disruption. The joint is a modified Tensa Modular LR-LS system, including the use of noise reducing sinus plates, manufactured by Mageba in Switzerland.

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Henley to lead Leeds mill restoration

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Structural reinforcement will use bespoke stainless-steel components fabricated by HZS Stainless Steel , integrating seamlessly with original timber, masonry, and concrete to ensure the building’s long-term stability. This is expected to generate more than 40,000 kWh of renewable energy a year.

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Flexibility Is Key Design Feature of George Mason University Student Center

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set out in 2023 to devise an economical solution that met the university’s needs for new programming spaces. Working within an $11-million budget, the team did not envision a traditional concrete or steel structure. The tent structures are cold-formed steel framing wrapped in tensioned fabric.