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Reshaping Transit in Washington DC

Civil + Structural Engineer

miles of new track, six new Metrorail stations, and a 9-acre railyard with storage capacity for 168 railcars and maintenance facilities. To achieve this intended effect, the design included metal mesh for shading, which yielded a reduced HVAC load, fall protection, and visual interest.

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Factors driving cold storage warehouse construction costs

The Korte Company

The production, processing, storage and transit of perishable goods is changing. Rapid modernization of one of the world’s most important networks has led to the need for greater cold storage warehouse capacity. Cold storage warehouse spaces are too unique for lazy estimating. Powerful ammonia HVAC systems.

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51 Best Gifts for Construction Workers (DIY Ideas Too!)

Work Gearz

TYPE R, CLASS 3 – 2 ANSI-compliant reflective material for night-time conspicuity. Materials: Front - 300D woven polyester. The Double-knit material weighs 2.8oz,double thicker than others to keep your head warm in cold weather. WIND + WATER RESISTANT – 300D oxford outer shell + PU coating resists wind and water to keep you dry.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 31 25 Existing Material Information. Material Testing Information.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 31 25 Existing Material Information. Material Testing Information.

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Reopening The Glass House with National Historic Trust

CCR Magazine

Unlike The Glass House, this structure was a creative canvas where Johnson could experiment with new styles and materials as he made successive changes over the decades. The interior had experienced deterioration of plaster, mold growth, and rusting mechanical systems. Replacement material was generously donated by Fortuny, Inc.,

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

AISC: American Institute of Steel Construction. ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials. CDS: Cold Drawn Steel. CRS: Course, Cold Rolled Steel. CS: Countersink, Cast Steel, Cast Stone, Commercial Standard. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System.