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Articles Tagged “construction”
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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Tyvek Fluid Applied WB System from DuPont
This integrated system offers similar air and water protection of DuPont’s Tyvek CommercialWrap, but in a fluid applied form. The system is ideal for application on concrete, CMU, gypsum sheathing, and complex high-rise facilities.
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Building Stones Of Washington DC Landmarks
This article by Ari Massefski of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reflects on the geology that helped build Washington, DC. This information is based on a more extensive USGS publication, “Building Stones of Our Nation’s Capital.”
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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: CPVC App from Lubrizol
Facility managers can access the latest information about the company’s piping systems through this new technology tool.
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P-433 Ship Shape from Meese Orbitron Dunne Co.
This UN Certified container is suitable for collecting and transporting oil-based paints and stains, paint thinner, degreasers, aerosol paints, household batteries, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Assemblies Library by Georgia-Pacific Gypsum
Facility managers can search this database for information on wall systems and assemblies.
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Ensuring Facilities Perform As Designed
NIBS has released its “Guideline 3-2012: Building Enclosure Commissioning Process.”
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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: SUMMIT by Atlas Roofing
This underlayment can be used when there is a long anticipated open time before the roof is completed.
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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Carbon Calculator by WoodWorks
This tool is designed to estimate the carbon benefits of wood buildings, versus steel and concrete.
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Commercial Sector Expected to Lead Real Estate Recovery
Slight increase in nonresidential construction spending expected in 2012 with substantial growth projected for 2013.
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Spare Parts Expense Allocation
What is the standard practice of budget allocation towards spare parts expenses?
