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Renovated historic site gets structural and mechanical overhaul

Construction Specifier

Renovation work included significant reinforcement of the original structure, restoration of historic interior trim, and upgrading modern mechanical and fire safety systems through original masonry walls. Many of the original doors have been restored and fixed in place on unit walls and throughout hallways.

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What’s the Difference Between a Chimney Flue and a Flue Pipe? A Simple Guide for UK Homeowners

UK Construction Blog

They might sound similar, but they play very different roles in your heating system. Its a visible, metal pipe that carries hot gases from the stove to the point where they enter the chimney system. A flue pipe is the connector between your stove and the chimney flue.

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Moresby Hall A595 Roadway Embankment Repair Project  

Civil + Structural Engineer

The goal was to rebuild the roadway embankments and integrate a new drainage system, thereby facilitating long-term improvements and reducing maintenance needs for the A595. A lightweight yet strong system that could also support a vegetated finish was essential.

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MBCEA Announces 2024 Building of the Year Winners

Civil + Structural Engineer

It includes a total of seven buildings erected together to create an all-in-one complex with a standing seam metal roof and insulated metal wall panels. was the metal building systems provider. was the metal building systems provider. Nucor Building Systems manufactured the metal building system. Garanco, Inc.

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National Precast: 50 years of building Australia’s future

Roads Online

This revolutionary construction method has been instrumental in transforming Australia’s infrastructure landscape, enabling the creation of robust, long-lasting structures across various sectors. This technique has been widely used in the construction of retaining walls, bridge abutments and embankments.

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Styrofoam’s Promise for Hurricane-Proof Homes

The Pro Builder

Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP). The SCIP system is composed of three main materials: steel, concrete, and expanded polystyrene (or, styrofoam). But it doesn’t end there.

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PERI Delivers Formwork & Scaffolding Solutions for Boston’s Seaport Square

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new structure also includes two levels of below-grade parking and outdoor terraces. PERI USA was selected to be the singular supplier for formwork solutions, delivering large quantities of formwork, scaffolding, and climbing systems. The early striking with the drophead system reduces on-site material requirements.