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Raising the bar: The use of cable railings in industrial settings

Construction Specifier

However, this notion is rapidly changing as more and more people understand the importance of ambiance and environment for promoting employee wellbeing. Their sleek design allows for ample visibility, enhancing the overall aesthetics of the site and promoting a sense of order and cleanliness.

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Taos Builder Strives to Work with Green Materials

Natural Building

In 1995, he and his wife bought land near Taos and built the first of many straw bale homes that they would design and fabricate; theirs was off-the-grid. At the heart of their company was building to reduce or eliminate negative impacts, and create positive impacts, on our climate and natural environment.

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Building beyond boundaries: BIM and the data revolution in construction

Fieldwire

Let’s explore some of the challenges faced by construction professionals, the importance of staying focused on the fundamentals of design and construction, and how the industry can attract new, young professionals while adapting to emerging trends. However, embracing BIM is just one aspect of maximizing construction efficiency.

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Are Neoprene Boots Good for Winter?

Work Gearz

Neoprene was originally produced from petroleum as a closed cell foam fabric that trapped warmth to provide insulation in both clothing and footwear.  It is a thick fabric that is designed to regulate temperature based on an individual’s body temperature making it an ideal choice for both cold and warm weather.

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Trial to trend: the growth of prefabricated exterior walls

Construction Specifier

A widespread labor shortage causing employers of every kind to scramble for qualified workers. Crews can manufacture fully fabricated exterior wall panels (including the façade) in a climate-controlled facility with no weather limitations. Photos courtesy StoPanel Affiliate Southern Wall Systems. By Tim Salerno.

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7 Best Polo Shirts for Work

Work Gearz

The popularity that this shirt has gained through the years is due above all to the quality of the fabric used because it ensures comfort. A classic cut and soft cotton fabric make this polo a go-to for the office or the weekend. Amazon offers lots of colors and designs including stripes. Stretch fabric. Side vent design.

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Specifying high-performance curtain wall in educational facilities

Construction Specifier

A classroom building will have different design goals than a research laboratory, library, athletic facility, or a student residence hall. Curtain wall systems, draped in front of a building’s floor slabs like a curtain, are considered non-loadbearing walls, can span multiple floors, and have a robust range of design and performance options.