As noted in previous columns, successful long-term performance for repointing mortar joints in an existing masonry structure requires the development of an appropriate mortar mix, proper installation, and correct designation of the type and extent of work required.
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From Stonehenge and the Pyramids to Romanesque, Renaissance, and Neoclassicism, a recent article on Thoughtco.com traces the timeline of western influences on building design. What is your favorite design era?
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The latest edition of the Project Delivery Practice Guide (PDPG) in an easy-to-read layout offers updated information on best practices to help you lead successful projects to completion on time. It is now available on the CSI Bookstore.
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Earlier this summer, CSI unveiled CROSSWALK, the first agile application programming interface (API) that integrates fundamental construction industry organizational standards.
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Recent collapses of exterior elevated elements (EEEs) like balconies, walkways, and stairs have caused injuries and fatalities, leading to increased scrutiny of these features. Based on decades of experience inspecting and repairing these structures, stucco-clad EEEs on weather-exposed elevations are particularly susceptible to structural damage and catastrophic failure than...
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A recently completed multistory building was experiencing significant water leakage directly below the interfaces of rising walls at setback roofs during prolonged wind-driven rain events. The building was principally clad with 150-mm (6-in.) thick architectural precast concrete (APC) panels finished by the fabricator with a 75-mm (3-in.) thick mortar-set...
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While recently reading an article on the 50 most ‘iconic’ buildings in the world, I found it very interesting the majority of these structures are of masonry construction.
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In June, CSI unveiled CROSSWALK, the first application programming interface (API) to deliver MasterFormat, Uniformat, and OmniClass classifications to the world’s building professionals through the construction technology platforms and tools they already use.
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In the “To Be Specific” column in the August 2020 issue, CSI member Ken Lambert discusses the beauty and architectural significance of masonry buildings.
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Invest in your future now by registering for the 2020 Fall Exam Cycle. Early bird registration for the Fall 2020 CDT, CCS, and CCCA exam cycle will be available from August 3 to 31.
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