The latest news and information on structural materials used in commercial construction projects from the editors at Associated Construction Publications - the leading source of information for the heavy, highway and non-residential construction industry en-us http://www.acppubs.com/community/Structural+Materials/48558.html?nid=4224 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:28:41 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6662423.html?nid=4224 With a troubling economy and after a year of many jobsite accidents in the industry, start with the integration of formwork design methods proven to reduce labor, decrease construction schedule, and ensure a safe working environment. 1 Select the right formwork: Formwork, the temporary or permanent molds used to hold wet concrete until it sets, is a crucial element in concrete construction. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6659488.html?nid=4224 The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission recently completed a sound barrier project... Wed, 20 May 2009 07:52:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6656628.html?nid=4224 The Dallas Cowboys applied last year for a building permit to replace the high-tension fabric roof ... Wed, 06 May 2009 08:28:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6647050.html?nid=4224 The past and future are coming together at a historic city park in downtown Houston as planners, architects and contractors work to tie the many features of the park together. Hermann Park Plaza is within walking distance of the Texas Medical Center, Rice University, the Museum District, and the Third Ward. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6641731.html?nid=4224 Hyster Company has introduced the newest addition to the Fortis® line of lift trucks, the H170-190FT, based on the current Hyster® H135-155FT model pneumatic truck. Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6621738.html?nid=4224 When Kuepers Inc., architects and builders in Baxter, MN, began its initial design work on the newly opened TimberLake Lodge in Grand Rapids, MN, they had a plan in mind. That plan involved a beautiful finished product, fast construction, superior fire protection, maximum energy efficiency, enhanced sound insulation and a focus on sustainable technologies. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6619055.html?nid=4224 By the time gasoline prices topped $4 per gallon this summer, it was obvious to people across the United States that our energy situation needed to change. Energy self-sufficiency became a much higher priority. Conservation, off-shore drilling, biofuels, nuclear, wind and solar have all been put forward as solutions, and it seems likely all will play a role in time. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6604832.html?nid=4224 Material and pictures provided by Ed Hollander, American Civil Construction. An Historic Location The former Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac Railroad (RF&P RR) Depot property located in downtown Fredericksburg, VA, was at one time an important part of the historic landscape in the north-central Virginia area. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6606428.html?nid=4224 The population of Utah has been growing recently, and this trend is projected to continue well into the future. More than 20 million people visit the popular ski resorts to enjoy what the state's license plates describe as the "Greatest Snow on Earth." But the local population is growing along with tourism, so local municipalities are taking a closer look at their current infrastructures. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6606904.html?nid=4224 As the demand for hotel space increases during the summer season, hotel and motel owners have been working hard to make ... Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6590589.html?nid=4224 CS Unitec's portable pneumatic hacksaw, Model 5 1212 0050 has a blade stroke of 2-3/8" and will cut 24" diameter pipe at 90 degrees in one pass. It is ideal for on-site cutting of pipes, tanks, structural steel and many other materials. Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6572375.html?nid=4224 The New Jersey Meadowlands, which are famous as a sports and entertainment center with NFL football, horse racing and other events, has completed a new Center for Environmental and Scientific Education for K through 12, undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education. A key component of the center is the William D. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6529964.html?nid=4224 Vision Construction, founded 11 years ago, is a design-build contractor that handles projects ranging from large institutional and commercial jobs to ... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6519471.html?nid=4224 Texans can now venture into a north woods atmosphere without ever leaving the state. It is the perfect ambiance for winter, but look closer. Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. is the parent company of the developer of the resort that defies winter weather, where a perfect 84 degrees will be maintained inside a mammoth 80,000-square-foot indoor water park — summer or winter. Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6487705.html?nid=4224 Native American tribes have become well known in recent years for building casinos, but the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation in Southwest Washington are investing in a year-round indoor water park that will become a four-season destination for travelers on Interstate 5 between Olympia and Centralia. Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6477925.html?nid=4224 The basic principle behind tilt-up construction — constructing walls horizontally, on the ground, and then lifting them into place — is not a new idea. Evidence exists that some buildings constructed during the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages used this approach. More recently, American settlers in the 1800s gathered for "barn raisings" where they constructed the wood walls for thei... Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6477932.html?nid=4224 Cabela's Retail Centers appeal to buyers of outdoor gear by emphasizing massive wood timbers rather than concrete, steel or glass. Most of Cabela's new retail stores cover at least 150,000 square feet to 170,000 square feet. In addition to its hunting and fishing gear and outdoor apparel, the company describes its facilities as an "educational and entertainment attraction, featuring museum-qual... Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6471037.html?nid=4224 Many new outdoor merchandise stores are being designed with exposed timber interiors that harmonize with the products they sell. Timber beams and trusses provide a rustic warmth for retail store interiors. Glued laminated timbers are often specified for exposed applications because they can span more than 100 feet, and are also used as components in large truss assemblies. Mon, 03 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6427729.html?nid=4224 Although some historic downtown churches are closing, new church construction is increasing across the United States. Exposed glued laminated trusses and beams are an increasingly popular choice for many of the new structures because they provide extra strength for long spans and dramatic interiors at a competitive cost. Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6410453.html?nid=4224 The new farmers market building in Puyallup, Wash., is an elegant showcase of long-span glulam timbers. After holding their market outdoors for many years, the city fathers decided to create a 12,500-square-foot structure that would not only shelter the display stalls, but would be an aesthetic landmark of engineered wood. Mon, 05 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST