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Short Circuit: Types, Causes, and Preventive Measures

The Constructor

A short circuit occurs when there is a low-resistance connection between two conductors that supply electricity to a circuit. As a result, the power supply would experience an excessive current flow and excess voltage streaming. The electricity will flow along a “short” path, which causes a short circuit. Electricity prefers to choose the path of […].

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Denver Art Museum gets much-needed design revitalization

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy James Florio. By Ally James. Renovating and expanding an art museum designed by a well-known Italian architect comes with its share of design challenges. For the Denver Art Museum, an institution of visual art, it was a necessary revitalization effort to better serve the increase in foot traffic, which has now grown to more than 800,000 visitors annually. 1.

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How Do You Ventilate Work Boots? (4 Ways)

Work Gearz

The least you can try is punching some holes on the uppers of the boots with nails! That sounds hilarious right? Oh that actually is hilarious and not at all worth given a second thought! Though you can really punch some holes on the boots using a leather puncher, I think that would be very unwise and you could even ruin your boots. Another way is just to let the waterproof coating wear off and the leather be exposed.

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How Can Smartwatches Save Lives?

Civiconcepts

We now have a plethora of possibilities to live simpler, less stressful lives thanks to advanced technology. Another innovation that exemplifies this is the advent of the smartwatch. Today, a … How Can Smartwatches Save Lives? Read More ».

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Revised NJ Proposal Tightens Flood Zone Building Rules

ENR Construction

State changes, scaled back from 'emergency' status and set for Dec.

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