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Ultra-Lightweight Concrete: Materials, Properties, and Applications

The Constructor

Ultra-lightweight concrete, which is also known as super lightweight concrete or infra-lightweight concrete, is a state-of-the-art concrete in terms of density and insulation properties and classifies as concrete with a dry density lesser than 800 Kg/m3. Ultra-lightweight concrete […].

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Achieving Healthful Mental Mise en Place Through Design

ENR Construction

In French, “mise en place” is a culinary term referring to having ingredients prepped and cooking tools accessible that can take chefs to a place of cognitive calm before preparing a meal.

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CORROSION INHIBITING ADMIXTURES

The Constructor

Corrosion-inhibiting admixtures are not currently covered by EN 934 but are effective after the concrete has hardened and give a long-term increase.

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Relationship-based FM

Job Order Contracting

Robust LEAN implementations build long-term relationships wherein owners, service providers, and building users know and appreciate the value of each other… through processes that support open, construction, and ongoing interactions. (Eds), High perceived relationship quality facilitates interactions in support of best value.

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Abandoned Office Buildings Could Offer an Affordable Housing Solution

Pro Builder

As more Americans switch to remote work, business spaces are being left behind en masse, but redevelopment could support a housing industry desperate for supply. . Abandoned Office Buildings Could Offer an Affordable Housing Solution. Tue, 02/08/2022 - 12:15.

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Tech Layoffs Are on the Rise—Here’s What That May Mean for the Housing Market

Pro Builder

Major tech companies are laying off employees en masse, and an uptick in unemployment could spell trouble for a number of prospective homebuyers. Still, housing experts say the labor market is strong, and though tech layoffs are on the rise right now, pronounced layoffs aren’t likely in the long term. “As Tue, 11/29/2022 - 10:26.

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Blended Cements with Limestone

GCP Applied Technologies

Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Tue, 09/15/2020 - 13:10. GCP Applied Technologies.

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