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

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Considerations and challenges for prefabricated wall panel enclosures

Construction Specifier

Prefabricated wall panels are individually manufactured in an offsite fabrication shop, complete with exterior cladding and fenestration, anchor system, water/air/vapor barrier(s) and flashing, insulation , and the structural framing. They are then lifted and installed onsite. Images courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

Prefabricated elements such as pre-cast concrete walls, which Englewood installed for a Blain’s Farm & Fleet store in Romeoville, Ill., Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future. Labor Efficiencies: Plus, on-site labor needs are more streamlined for prefabricated items.

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Sterling Structural Unveils Mass Timber Training Tool

CCR Magazine

Sterling Structural , a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, pre-fabricated mass timber and hybrid structural systems in North America, today announced the availability of a new Mass Timber Mock-up training kit. Floor & Roof Systems Users will learn panel-to-panel spline connections that are critical to a buildings lateral strength.

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Insulated Composite Panels for Challenging Environments

Civil + Structural Engineer

These multi-layered wall and roofing panels provide a barrier against the elements and improve energy efficiency while providing operational and installation cost savings versus conventional materials. Insulated composite panels are a nonmetallic alternative to IMPs for use on walls or roofs. What are ICPs?

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Local Connection Key to Realizing Robust Housing

ENR Construction

CMC prefabricated the rebar for the project at a facility in the Bay Area, then trucked it to the site for installation. Early on, we were talking about mechanical systems for the units. We had some of the trades on early, all the MEPs, the exterior facade was prefabricated in Woodland and Sundt self-performed the concrete.”

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Cal Poly Humboldt's Vision for Realizing Robust Housing

ENR Construction

CMC prefabricated the rebar for the project at a facility in the Bay Area, then trucked it to the site for installation. Early on, we were talking about mechanical systems for the units. We had some of the trades on early, all the MEPs, the exterior facade was prefabricated in Woodland and Sundt self-performed the concrete.”