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Macon County Courthouse

Western Specialty Contractors Restore Limestone Façade

April 17, 2019
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Throughout its history, the Macon County Courthouse in Decatur, IL has inhabited a variety of buildings, from a log cabin built in 1829 where Abraham Lincoln practiced law, to a stone and brick four-story building with a clock tower built in 1892 to its current location — a five-story limestone building constructed in 1939. 


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gypsum sheathing

The History and Innovation of Weather-Resistant Substrates

Extended Exposure Meets Its Match
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Warren Barber
April 1, 2019
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Weather-resistant substrate originally developed for exterior insulation and finish systems.
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Integrate 'Silos of Excellence' for Continued Success

Collaboration and familiarity with new technology are the keys to a successful project.
March 15, 2019
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Are you prepared for what the future has in store for the industry? If you're a business owner, are you confident you're prepared? 


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waterfronts

Planning & Building for Resilient Waterfronts

March 15, 2019
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The Architectural Team, Inc. (TAT), Liu's work draws on context-based research as well as global models to respond to rising sea levels, to foster revitalization, and to encourage a new mix of resilient and sustainable land uses. 


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Improving Resilience in Severe Environments

The Benefits Of Fiber Cement Siding.
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David Hohenstern
March 1, 2019
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Fiber cement siding is less susceptible to common environmental threats (such as fire, heat or moisture) than traditional wood cladding.
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EIFS resiliency

EIFS: When the Goal is Resiliency

An underestimated cladding system that’s begging for the limelight.
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Scott Robinson
March 1, 2019
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Not everyone is convinced that EIFS can be counted on for durability in the face of extreme weather.
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A Contractor’s Guide To Delegated Design And Cold-Formed Metal Shop Drawing

Delegated Design and Cold-Formed Steel Shop Drawing
Don Allen, P.E., LEED A.P. is an internationally known expert in cold-formed steel design
Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.
Forgione
Salvatore Forgione
March 1, 2019
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Delegated design is becoming increasingly popular as building systems become more complex and require specialized details.
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Plastering: The Art of the Craft

Protecting the future of plastering, and keeping the trades alive
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
March 1, 2019
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Unemployment is at a low and while this sounds like great news, it has created issues that are mostly impacting the construction industry.
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Louisville Spray Foam Insulation

Top Insulation Contractor: Louisville Spray Foam Insulation

Kentucky contractor takes pride in keeping things cool (and warm) to its native environment.
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John Wyatt
February 11, 2019
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This month’s cover feature focuses on a Kentucky firm that is a full service insulation contractor.
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Hurricane Michael

Hurricane Michael Causes Severe Damage — Except for One Home

February 6, 2019
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When Hurricane Michael came pounding into the Florida Panhandle last year he brought with him winds upward of 150 mph. 


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