Construction Specifier
APRIL 30, 2021
Much is known about constructing partitions, whether they are made of masonry or gypsum wall board attached to metal or wood studs, to achieve the desired level of noise isolation. In these cases, the floor construction is the primary building element controlling the amount of noise transmitting between rooms.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 30, 2021
The author will demonstrate a few possible avenues for threading the needle between generic and proprietary assemblies and will share some versatile assembly designs aimed at multifamily residential construction: floor and roof assemblies (both one-hour and two-hour rated) that meet code requirements for fire, thermal, and sound.
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Construction Specifier
AUGUST 26, 2020
As new construction techniques and certifications become more widely used, specifiers must be aware of the many factors impacting the transmission of sound in buildings. ASTM defines single-number metrics for testing of airborne sound transmission class (STC) and impact isolation class (IIC). by Evelyn Way. All images courtesy Maxxon.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 5, 2020
T-SLAB is perfect for a wide range of applications, including offices, schools, apartment buildings, medium-rise structures, and even high-rise construction. High-Rise Constructions. T-SLAB was originally designed for complex residential projects that required a strong and lightweight solution. Apartment Buildings. Fire rating.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 8, 2020
Through these examples, it has been proven T-SLAB is perfect for a wide range of applications, including offices, schools, apartment buildings, medium-rise structures, and even high-rise construction. T-SLAB was originally designed for complex residential projects that required a strong and lightweight solution. High sound ratings.
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