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Facade design is an important aspect of any building project, but that doesn't mean simply considering what the exterior of the finished building will look like. Facade access design is an essential consideration. A good system will allow for maintenance to take place safely and at a reasonable...

Due to the complexity and property line constraints of modern construction, earth shoring requires a solution that must conform to both engineering and safety guidelines during all stages of construction. Here are the 5 key concepts to remember for an earth shoring design: 1. Applicable codes: The...

Everyone knows about dams. But have you heard about a cofferdam? Cofferdams have been around for a long time. People have used these when excavating very large plots of land or building foundations of water-based structures such as bridges or piers. The cofferdam keeps water from flowing into these...

Earthquake resistant buildings save lives. They limit property damage and comply with the latest seismic building codes. If you do business in high earthquake hazard areas, here's what you need to know about seismic building codes. 1. Seismic Building Codes are Getting Tougher In 2015, Los Angeles...

Technology continues to change the way we both live and work. So it's no surprise that safety and inspection tools have become sharper, more precise, and more high-tech than ever before. Yet, though these digital advancements can prove invaluable, there is still a place for visual inspection. Not...