A framing plan shows the layout of the primary Structural system. Examples of structural elements Include: joists, beams, ledger board, posts, footings, Stringers, treads, and the type, size, and spacing of ledger Board fasteners. Figure c5 shows an example of a Typical deck framing plan. JOIST-TO-BEAM CONNECTION Joist-to-beam connections must be installed to handle Forces in several directions. Options 1 … Read more
A Mumbai developer is about to start construction on what he claims will be the world’s tallest residential tower. If you are super rich, you can see what such lofty living feels like. Mumbai builder Lodha Developers Ltd. said it will finish the over 117-storey stack of private homes called “World One” in 2014. At more … Read more
We are pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the 8th Brazilian Symposium of Construction Management and Economics (SIBRAGEC 2013). The main theme of the Conference is Innovation and Sustainability in construction Management. The event will be held in Salvador, Bahia, a beautiful coastal city in the Northeast of Brazil, from the 18th to … Read more
Call for Papers by Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB) in collaboration with International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) & BEMRU, Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa for the 2nd World Construction Symposium 2013 The Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB), International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) … Read more
At present, we can follow the three techniques of waterproofing. These are basement, exterior, and a combination system. Nearly all companies are willing to concentrate on not more than one method which is the basement waterproofing. As a result, other companies make out the idea of fixing your problem because of their simply recommending single … Read more
A triangular fraction of a wall between the boundaries of a slanting roof is by and large known as a Gable Roof. The shape and the depth of gable depend on the usage of structural coordination and it’s artistic apprehensions. Therefore, the form of roof including the dimensions dictates the outline of the gable. … Read more
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Doors are one of the most important structures of any building as it is generally used for entrance. It will be completely your priority of choice for which purpose you would like to use doors in your building. For example, entrance, ventilation, aesthetics, to keep formal and utility areas separate and many more. Besides, some … Read more
Through rolling and pressing thin measurement of sheet steel into goods, cold-formed metal framing can be produced as a general concern of products. These goods can also be created by functioning of sheet steel applying stamping; rolling or pressing in order to reform those sheets steel into functional products. In all sections of manufacturing of … Read more
Sole Proprietor; This is a simple form of organization for construction contractors. It is often used by subcontractors, including those licensed in plumbing, electrical, or mechanical work. The advantage of operating as a sole proprietorship is that taxes on profits are much lower for individual owners. But there is the disadvantage of having the personal … Read more