The theme of Trimble Dimensions 2006 "Building Your Connected Site" emphasizes how process integration and intelligent positioning technologies enable surveying, engineering and construction professionals to reduce rework, utilize assets more efficiently, accelerate design updates as well as improve the bidding, planning and billing cycles.
Contributor to the courses for the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System, CertainTeed Corp. announced it is the first company to integrate new game-based learning technology into its online distance education courses.
The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association sends a reminder that it provides free educational resources on fiberglass and mineral wool insulation for workers through its Health and Safety Partnership Program, a voluntary program designed in cooperation with OSHA to assure greater worker protection.
Sto Guard, a spray-on waterproofing, air barrier, has received ICC Code recognition as a weather-resistive barrier. The code recognition permits the use of the product beneath most claddings.
USG Corp. has joined the Alliance for Sustainable Built Environments, a group of international companies that has been working to educate the marketplace and top management on the benefits of reducing the overall impact facilities have on the natural environment and on building occupants.
To assist engineers, architects, contractors and others to gain a better understanding of code requirements, Portland Cement Association has combined "PCA Notes on ACI 318-05 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete with Design Applications" and the "ACI 318-05 Building Code" on one searchable CD.
have a homeowner I am working for that insists on having three-coat plastering over wood lath done in five rooms and a stairway. I believe I can do the work but would like your opinion and ideas on this type of project.
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