Items Tagged with 'Foundations'

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Waterproofing Code: Reporting

Section 1803.6

July 31, 2018

Where geotechnical investigations are required, a written report of the investigations shall be submitted to the building official by the permit applicant at the time of permit application.

Waterproofing Code: Backfill

Section 1805.7.3

July 3, 2018

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This section implies that backfill material shall be in accordance with code requirements.

Waterproofing Code: Foundation Drain

Section 1807.4.2

June 5, 2018

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This section provides the requirements for foundation drain placement. The section is precise in the requirements and provides a basis for design.

Immigrant Architects Honored with 2018 Vilcek Prizes

February 2, 2018

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Architect and urban researcher Teddy Cruz receives $100,000 Vilcek Prize.

Grace Provides Watertight Foundation at New Azerbaijan Development

August 8, 2012

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Grace Construction Products’ Preprufe® waterproofing membrane has been chosen to provide unrivalled water protection to complex piled foundations at the US $400 million Port Baku Residences in Azerbaijan.

Best Practices: Waterproofing Sandwich Slabs

September 30, 2011

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Waterproofing technology has advanced over the past several decades with the introduction of new materials and the promulgation of new standards.

From The Ground Up

Michael R. Fisher

August 1, 2011

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At 32 stories and 670,000 square feet, 360 State Street is Connecticut’s largest private residential building. The $180 million mixed-use development tower is located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Conn.

Waterproofing Concrete is Essential

BNP Media Staff

February 3, 2011

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There is a common misconception that concrete provides waterproofing capabilities. This supposition has led to moisture infiltration and structural damage with countless buildings.

This webinar will evaluate the performance and ability to repair field-aged TPO roof membranes, review in-service performance of TPO roof membranes in various climates throughout the U.S., and assess tools to determine when it is appropriate to specify TPO roof membranes.

Don't Let an Outdated Cold-Formed Steel Specification Kill a Good Project

Incorrect specifications can lead to massive cost overruns, change orders, schedule delays and even legal exposure. On the other hand, when done correctly, specifications can reduce risks to project success. This webinar will review the evolution that has recently occurred in the building codes and standards, specifically those that affect cold-formed steel framing.

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Plaster and Drywall Assemblies Manual

This is a comprehensive manual that goes beyond codes and standards, providing expert guidance in design, detailing, material selection and troubleshooting for plaster and drywall.

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Building Enclosure

Summer 2020

The 2020 issue comes with a CEU on parapets, tips for planning acoustics, roof protection, and a virtual roundtable on how the construction industry has been affected by the pandemic.

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