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Before and After Façade of a Building   The Problem Design a mounting solution for an awning covering a window in a home.   Understand the problem   What is an awning ? An awning or overhang is a covering attached to the exterior wall of a building to provide shelter from the elements like...

  Thermal Plaster has been researched and developed as an eco-friendly high performance substitute material for cement mortar plaster commonly used in buildings. The Thermal Plaster effectively reduces the amount of solar heat gain into the building and results in significant costs savings with reduced mechanical cooling required. Ease of application on different wall surfaces...

Why should I fix my basement? There are several reasons. Amongst the more common reasons are: a healthier living environment, increased living and storage space, avoiding further damage to your belongings, increased property value and peace of mind.   How long does the average job take? The majority of our work can be completed in...

Rope access is a system of techniques by which access is gained to structures, geologic features, or locations where ropes are the primary means of support, positioning, and fall protection. Figure 1-1. Rope-access system In rope access (Figure 1-1), the worker relies primarily, or solely on the rope for his/her means of ascending, descending and...

Awning An architectural fabric projection that provides weather protection, identity or decoration and is wholly supported by the building to which it is attached. An awning is comprised of a lightweight, frame structure over which a cover is attached.   Canopy An architectural projection that provides weather protection, identity Of decoration and is supported by...

RECOMMENDED SYSTEM: FOSROC MEMBRANE HDPE – P: PRE-APPLIED HDPE PRESSURE SENSITIVE adhesive waterproofing membrane which bonds integrally to poured concrete slabs, remaining in place if settlement of substrate occurs   PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Fosroc Membrane HDPE -P is a unique membrane HDPE film pressure sensitive adhesive which allows poured concrete to bond fully with the membrane....

The advantage of using shear wall method of construction   1. Tidier and more workmanlike The job site where PCG SYSTEMS were used was immeasurably tidier and more workmanlike than job sites where wood forms used. In a large job, such as yours, where several areas would be under construction at the same time, it was...

Defect 1 Thermal Expansion Cracks in Brick Walls   Investigation method Through visual investigation our team could be able to identify some diagonal and horizontal cracks along the back side brick wall. Normally those cracks could be identified by look for cracking at the corners of long walls.   Causes of the defect The particular...

METHOD OF STATEMENT FOR STRUCTURAL DEFECTS RECTIFICATION WORKS This project is located at B Connaught Drive to proposed rectification works of structural defects which mentioned during the building inspection by Singapore Metro Consulting . The works involves minor structural reparation works including of spalling of concrete, reparation of R.C column and PU grouting works. The...

Introduction STATE OF URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE The qualrty of a nation’s Infrastructure IS essential to ItS continued competitiveness and economlc growth. A good economy as weil as healthy and liveable cities, towns, and villages depend on rehable and adequate transportation networks (i.e., airports, roadways, waterways), clean and efficient water distribution systems, and safe disposai of domestic...