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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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PFOA Contamination is Found in 49 States

Green Building Law Update

PFOAs are very persistent in the environment and in the human body, meaning they don’t break down, accumulating over time, and as such have been referred to ‘forever chemicals’ making them an emergent environmental priority. Navy vessels to stain and water repellent fabrics as well as a variety of construction materials. problem alone.

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6 Best Lightweight Work Jackets

Work Gearz

We had a team of professionals from construction, agriculture, and the trades wear these jackets onsite to give us the lowdown on just how they perform in the work environment. A scooped backdrop hemline may protect you from drafts in chilly weather. The water-resistant fabric sheds water quite nicely. We factored in: 1.)

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Does a BIM Requirement Stop You From Bidding?

Carol Hagen

You may want to ask your network connections, as many business who started in drafting and design have made substantial investments to offer BIM services to specialty contractors. Augmented Reality, Laser Scanning, Immersive Environments and Digital Fabrication all are an extension of BIM. BIM also Leads to other Technology.

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10 Best Insulated Work Pants for Winter

Work Gearz

Synthetic softshell fabric. They are constructed from 100% cotton ripstop fabric that is built for long-lasting durability and offers a layer of protection from harmful elements when at work. Made from 100% nylon fabric, these pants come with a zippered fly and hand-warmer pockets with storm flaps. Omni-Tech, Omni-Heat.

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7 Best Construction Work Jacket

Work Gearz

Many professions can really beat up a work jacket through exposure to a harsh work environment, especially if you are in a hands-on profession like those in the construction industry. NEAT AND TAILORED DESIGN WITH DURABLE FABRIC. The lining is 100%nylon ad a stand-up collar will protect your neck from drafts. HEAT ACROSS BODY.

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How Rajat Buildtech is Leading the Way with Digital Adoption and Benefits

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Having created a more streamlined and efficient construction management environment, the company is continuing to reap the rewards of adopting new technology and the benefits it can bring. Automated Version Management in 3D environment. Design changes and fabrication defaults reduced. Out with the old….