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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

Construction Specifier

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. While fully adhered systems offer certain advantages, their water management performance depends entirely on the quality of the installation, specifically, the quality of the drainage plane, which is rarely verified.

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95 Marginal Street: A Comprehensive Overview of Its Historical Significance

Construction Daily News

This building serves as a focal point for ongoing revitalization efforts in the area, combining cultural heritage with modern developments. These changes are not only setting the stage for new businesses but also revitalizing community engagement and economic growth in the historic district.

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Find About the Latest News on Steel Used to Build the UK Wedgetail Facility, the Dispute Over UK Parliament’s £22bn Renovations, Innocrete3d Launches UK 3dcp, and a Timber in Construction Roadmap Should Start With Education

UK Construction Blog

The post Find About the Latest News on Steel Used to Build the UK Wedgetail Facility, the Dispute Over UK Parliament’s £22bn Renovations, Innocrete3d Launches UK 3dcp, and a Timber in Construction Roadmap Should Start With Education appeared first on UK Construction Blog. They chewed my plastic tub of biscuits. Totally revolting.”

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BIM Glossary Terms and Definitions – NBIMS-US – 2013

Building Information Management

Building Information Modeling Model Management. BIM is a term which represents three separate but linked functions: Building Information Modeling: Is a BUSINESS PROCESS for generating and leveraging building data to design, construct and operate the building during its lifecycle. Attribute. Weight=7300, etc.

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Smart Technology in Modern Landscape Design: Beyond Green

CCR Magazine

The ROI of Smart Landscape Integration Smart landscape technology delivers measurable returns that extend far beyond aesthetic improvements. The most advanced systems now incorporate machine learning capabilities that gradually optimize performance based on historical data specific to your property’s microclimate.

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7 Steps to Successful Project Closeout

Autodesk Construction Cloud

All the work you did to engage with the client and build a relationship can be destroyed in this final phase. A look at some construction project closeout best practices and efficiency measures can help you make the most of this critical element. Want to set up for closeout success? Step 3: Organizational Closeout.