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Using masonry for wet flood-proofing

Construction Specifier

There are two types of flood-proofing—dry and wet. Dry flood-proofing implies a new design for a structure or retrofit additions to an existing facility that prevents the entry of flood waters. This also implies the flood-resistant materials are a permanent part of the structure. by Harry Lubitz, CDT.

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CONCRETE CURING METHODS

The Constructor

The length of time that you must protect concrete against moisture loss depends on the type of cement used, mix proportions, required strength, size and shape of the concrete mass, weather, and future exposure conditions. For most structural use, the curing period for cast-in-place concrete is usually 3 days to 2 weeks.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. Review manufacturer’s instructions.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. Existing Masonry Information. Existing Masonry Information. 00 01 01 Project Title Page. 00 01 03 Project Directory. 00 01 05 Certifications Page. Requirements.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. Existing Masonry Information. Existing Masonry Information. 00 01 01 Project Title Page. 00 01 03 Project Directory. 00 01 05 Certifications Page. Requirements.