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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

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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

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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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Herringbone Vinyl Flooring: The Luxurious Look of Wood Without the Maintenance

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Today, this timeless classic has experienced a resurgence in modern interior design, offering a perfect blend of historical charm and contemporary style for both traditional and modern spaces. This versatile flooring solution provides exceptional performance across various household settings while maintaining its sophisticated appearance.

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Unlocking the Efficiency: How Soft Strip Demolition Streamlines Renovation Projects

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Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.

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Smarter Approaches To Construction Waste Management

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Historical data reveals usage trends, suggesting optimal paths and collection intervals. Swift adaptations help dodge congestion and unfavorable conditions, preserving fuel and time. Zone-based strategies further lower mileage, fostering expertise within local areas. Concrete, wood, and metals are reclaimed for fresh builds.

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Less Is More In New England

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of Labor BLS, noted that New England’s unemployment rate was measurably lower than the national average in 2016—Maine’s unemployment rate was 3.9 Simply, it is the creation of wealth in a specific area, and this is often measured in jobs created, capital investment and new property tax base. percent in 2016, was down 0.8 The NH Dept.

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Illinois Revives Premier Corporate Tax Incentives

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With the revival of EDGE Illinois is among contenders for a manufacturing plant that Japanese automakers Toyota and Mazda want to build in the U.S., Foxconn, best known for making Apple’s iPhones, during the summer announced plans to build a plant in the southeast corner of Wisconsin that could employ up to 13,000 people.