Our December 2006 column titled, “Using a Gypsum Board Membrane System for Fire Resistance” generated a couple of phone inquiries. The gist of both calls indicates that the column may have been a bit too brief in its explanation of membrane fire ratings.
In February 1979 Don Schroeder wrote a story about load-bearing steel framing, when he was the manager of Framing Systems for Milcor Division of Inryco Steel. The story Don wrote began by saying, “A new dimension has been added to the operating scope of many wall and ceiling contractors. Load-bearing steel stud and joist framing is opening new horizons.”
Contractors can spend a lot of time estimating square footage, going over the numbers and double-checking quantities and measurements to make sure they don’t miss a thing. They shop for the best prices on materials and push their crews to perform. I am amazed that with all that effort, most subcontractors have basic and simplistic bid forms.
For over 53 years Disneyland has been a place of wonder and amazement for children of all ages that became a symbol of American culture shared with the entire world. But have you ever wondered who helped Walt and Mickey turn that orange grove into a magical place filled with all sorts of wonderful buildings and features that are such an important aspect of the Disney experience?
The subcontracting marketplace is segmented into tens of thousands of companies having trouble squeezing profits out of the chaos. Worst of all is that contractors who are sick and tired of the grind, or who are at retirement age, have a devil of a time exiting the business.
This month, we’ll continue our review of the world of LEED with a look at how the USGBC intends to mass market LEED and the progress of the LEED for Homes (LEED-H) program.
With all of the drainage mats out on the market, the required layers of building paper can be very confusing. The new 2006 I-codes have made a good attempt to clarify the issue.
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