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XPS delivers high R-values in below-grade applications

Construction Specifier

The thermal performance (R-value) of extruded and expanded polystyrene (XPS and EPS) insulation under roads and airfields in cold climates is critical to protect infrastructure from damage caused by permafrost thaw, frost heave, and seasonal thaw weakening. by John Woestman. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com.

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PRESTRESSED CONCRETE OVER REINFORCED CONCRETE.

The Constructor

There are two ways of overcoming this problem: Embed another material in the concrete which is strong in tension – reinforced concrete Remove the tension altogether – by arching or prestressing.

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Prestressed Concrete - Definition | Method | Advantages | Disadvantages

Civil Lead

examples of pre-tensioning concrete precast products are foundation pile railway, sleepers, electrical or lighting Pols, floor, slab beam, pipe partition wall etc. Pre-stressed concrete bridges are not easily damaged by fire they have excellent fire resistance and low maintenance costs in comparison to reinforced concrete.

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Demand For Efficient Life-Cycle Building Management Processes – BIM, JOC, IPD – FIATECH PRESENTATION – 2012

Building Information Management

The integration of these activities, associated competencies, business processes, and supporting technologies via cloud computing is the foundation of BIM. A comparison of IPD/JOC and tradition delivery methods is shown below. A comparison of IPD/JOC and tradition delivery methods is shown below.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

A central element of the public-private partnership involved in securing the IBM center is the construction of a mixed-use, riverfront complex that will be developed by Commercial Properties Realty Trust (CPRT), a real estate investment trust that manages and develops property holdings of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation (BRAF).

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. In addition, Decatur’s diverse economic foundation includes major operations for Tate & Lyle, another agri-business leader and the Mueller Company, a worldwide leader of water distribution products. Subsequently, the U.S.

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COVER STORY: Editors’ Location Picks

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Established in 1986, PSC is supported by several federal agencies, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and private industry, and is a leading partner in XSEDE (Extreme Science and Engineering Discovery Environment), the National Science Foundation cyberinfrastructure program. science and engineering. DataBridge Corp. million passengers annually.

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