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High-performance air- and water-resistive barriers deliver improved sustainability

Construction Specifier

Preventing air from traveling through the building enclosure in an uncontrolled manner provides unequivocal benefits: Energy savings 1 : A tighter building envelope with reduced air leakage can result in lower energy consumption for heating and cooling.

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Proactive Risk Management Strategies for Oil & Gas Companies

Safety Services Company

The Importance of Risk Management Risks involve various operational hazards, such as equipment failure, oil spills, environmental damage, explosions, and more, which can have reputation, financial, and legal consequences for oil and gas companies. This includes checking their qualifications, practices, and certification.

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10 Best Insurance Companies for Construction Businesses

Levelset

Policies offered include general and professional liability, workers’ compensation, commercial auto, and tools and equipment. You can request a quote, purchase insurance, and get insurance certificates from their website, or you can talk to a customer service agent if you prefer. Coverage can be bound immediately for instant coverage.

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How To Choose The Right Crane For Your Project

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For instance, lifting loads with odd or peculiar shapes may require you to use special rigging equipment and proficient crane operators. If the construction is located on a site with unstable or rocky ground or if it’s a rainy season, some cranes may not be able to function or travel to these areas due to the soft ground.

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The next destination: Passive design airports

BD+C

While not designed to Passive House certification standards, the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg, Manitoba, was one of the first LEED Silver airport terminal buildings in North America. Travelers like to watch aircraft take off and land while waiting for their own flight.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

Levelset

And while laws differ in each state, having insurance coverage might also be required to obtain a contractor’s license or certification. Equipment floater insurance : With equipment floater insurance , your specialized tools and equipment will be covered regardless of where you travel on business.

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Guide to Top 2023-24 Construction Conferences & Events

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Get more details NECA Show (Philadelphia, PA) September 30 - October 2, 2023 Located in Philadelphia in 2023, NECA invites all qualified electrical professionals to discover new technologies, equipment, products, and solutions at this, the largest industry event in all of North America. The 2024 AED Summit will be held in San Antonio, Texas.