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Designing the oft-overlooked transition between air barrier and fenestration

Construction Specifier

The Slate apartment in Portland, Oregon. Uncontrolled air leakage and moisture within the building envelope can affect building occupants and may cause premature deterioration of materials, leading to costly damages. Photo ©Joshua Jay Elliot/courtesy Works Progress Architecture.

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Designing the overlooked transition between air barrier and fenestration

Construction Specifier

The Slate apartment in Portland, Oregon. Uncontrolled air leakage and moisture within the building envelope can affect building occupants and may cause premature deterioration of materials, leading to costly damages. Photo ©Joshua Jay Elliot/courtesy Works Progress Architecture.

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15 Different Types of Cement and Their Uses

CivilJungle

Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC): The main use of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) is in masonry work. The another important use of ordinary Portland cement is in construction site. #4. Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC): Portland pozzolana cement is used in prestressed and posts tensioning structural material.

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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES

The Constructor

The repair material must be durable as the parent concrete. Materials for Repairing Post Concrete Defects: Before commencing the repair, the operative must have all the necessary materials and equipment. Correct technique : The correct technique and the correct tools are essential for repairing damaged concrete.

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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BD+C

Boston , New York , and San Francisco , are considering ways to improve the financial incentives, change zoning policies and expedite plan reviews, but developers should get a full-service team assembled to take a hard look at a conversion before they get started. Portland, Ore. RELATED ARTICLE: About 11% of U.S. enacted Title 24.85

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Aggregates | Difference Between Coarse And Fine | How to do Shape and Size Matter in Aggregate

CivilJungle

Aggregates: Aggregates are inert granular, substances like either sand gravel or crushed stone which are an important component in concrete , alongside water and portland cement. The void material is augmented by angular aggregates. From Zone-1 to Zone-4, the zones gradually become finer. mm and 37.5 Short Note.

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Best Keen Work Boots for Men and Women

Work Gearz

Work Boots Safety Waterproof Shaft height Material. With strong materials and great construction, it is a rugged, durable work boot. Dry-lex footwear lining with hydrophobic/hydrophilic two-zone comfort technology. Produced with high-quality materials, these boots protect against the cold and against moisture.

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