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State of the Construction Industry: July Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

It’s not feasible for all contractors to suddenly offer design services, but new partnerships and strategies could help your business down the line. An in-depth report from The Portland Metro Workforce Development Board in Portland, Ore. The takeaway: The DBB project delivery method isn’t going anywhere in construction.

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Top questions to ask when designing a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

Some cities like Boston, Portland, and Seattle are requiring developers to mitigate their building’s impact on the region’s storm water system. This is a huge indicator of the feasibility of a green roof. Hardiness zones also determine feasibility of different plant species. . What is the load bearing capacity? Maturity time.

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Passive House is “In” in 2017

Green Building Law Update

By way of demonstration, a recent study found the cost to operate the same multi family building in Portland, Maine, if Passive House Institute certified was $20,806 per year versus if certified to Passive House US was $26,781 per year, so the two standards are definitely not the same.

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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BD+C

Determining whether the floor plate is made of concrete, steel, or wood has a significant impact in the feasibility of a project. Portland, Ore. In older buildings, this can be a challenge, as the original shafts are likely smaller than current codes require, and the locations may be difficult to reuse. has adopted SFBC 503.11.1,

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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab

CivilJungle

Replacing a flat roof with a pitched roof on an existing structure is not always feasible. Not feasible for buildings with multiple levels or complex plans. Also, Read: Portland Cement Uses | How to Use Portland Cement | What Is Portland Cement Used for | How Is Portland Cement Made | Why Is It Called Portland Cement.

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9 Types of Curing | What Is Curing of Concrete | Why Curing Is Important | Minimum Curing Period for Concrete Cement | How Long Does It Take for Concrete to Dry

CivilJungle

In the event of hot weather as well as arid environmental conditions, the curing time ought not to be just under 10 days for Portland cement as well as 14 days for concrete of mixed cement including mineral admixtures. There is already Portland cement, which is formed and hardened by chemical reactions with water. Moist Coverings-.

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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons

CivilJungle

Recycled aggregates ( RA ) are a feasible alternative to natural aggregates that contribute to environmental preservation. Recycled cement can have similar properties as ordinary Portland cement. Variability of aggregation characteristics is one of the major parameters affecting the utilization of recycled aggregates. Crushed Concrete.