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What Is CMU Wall | Advantages & Disadvantages of CMU Walls | Applications of Concrete Masonry Unit

CivilJungle

In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. The CMU wall is constructed with the help of standard sizes concrete masonry units. A concrete masonry unit (CMU)is a versatile and environment-friendly building unit that is available in a variety of shapes and sizes in the market.

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House Underpinning: Ensuring Structural Integrity

CCR Magazine

What Is Underpinning and Why It Matters Underpinning refers to the process of fortifying and enhancing the existing foundations of a building that show signs of failure due to subsoil movement , contracting clay swells, poor drainage, or load-bearing capacity issues. Copious rain or broken irrigation systems often play a role.

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What are Independent Government Estimates – IGEs?

Building Information Management

FAR 36.203 requires preparation of an IGE when the anticipated total contract or modification is $100,000 or more. At the discretion of the contracting officer, an IGE may be required for actions less than $100,000. It is the basis for budgeting and reserving funds for the contract; 1.1.2.2. Previous Similar Contracts.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Check coping for deterioration, especially rusting, punctures, open seams and spalling or cracking in masonry coping. Use Varsol in well ventilated areas; do not pour used Varsol down drain. The S&EM Branch may decide to contract for this service. The S&EM Branch may decide to contract out for this service.