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Safety glazing must be identified according to International Building Code (IBC), 2009, Section 2406.3. This applies to all glazing, not just tempered glass. Safety glazing can be plastic, laminated glass, or ceramic fire resistant glazing. Any...
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A surprising dichotomy: Architects say approval of products that are not specified should be documented as contract modifications, but most simply...
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Critical Thinking Required! Copying and using standard specifications without carefully considering the content as it applies to a specific project...
Moisture Vapor Transmission (MVT) through concrete substrates can cause serious damage to epoxy terrazzo and other impermeable floor finishes. What...
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This month 50 CSI Specifying Practice Group members gathered to continue the discussion about using manufacturer's product specifications. Phil...
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For good acoustic performance, more is required than simply listing STC ratings in a partition schedule. For acoustic ratings, the best resource...
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Must damaged fireproofing be repaired or will limited damage be permitted in the completed construction? Construction operations often damage fire...
Combustible construction can provide perfect paths through concealed spaces to allow fires to spread quickly and undetected. Fireblocking and...
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The International Building Code (IBC) Section 1009.4.4 requires stair risers and tread widths to be uniform height and width within a tolerance of...
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The majority of this month's more than 50 CSI Specifying Practice Group members was specifiers that have used manufacturer's specifications to create...
