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Structurally reinforced insulated glass curtain wall assemblies are front and center in the design of California’s Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). About 20 million people visit Anaheim each year, and many now pass through the 6225-m2 (67,000-sf), $185 million transit hub, which links to bus service, regional commuter rail, Amtrak, Anaheim Resort Transportation, shuttles, taxis, bikes, tour and charter buses, and other public/private transportation providers. Owned and built by the City of Anaheim, ARTIC is a three-story structure with a parabolic form. Its long-span, grid-shell structure creates a welcoming space with open circulation and a light-filled atrium.
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LAW
All claims and disputes between the owner and the contractor on projects using American Institute of Architects (AIA) A232, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction (Section 15, “Claims and Disputes.”) must be submitted to a first-fact-finder for investigation and a written decision before proceeding to mediation or arbitration.
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EVENTS
January 19-21
International Builders Show
National Association of Home Builders
Las Vegas, Nevada
buildersshow.com
January 19-22
Surfaces/StonExpo-Marmomacc Americas/TileExpo
Informa
Las Vegas, Nevada
www.tisewest.com
January 25-27
AHR Expo
International Exposition Company
Orlando, Florida
www.ahrexpo.com
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It is no secret architects have an affinity for glass. The sheer number of full-glass buildings emerging all over the United States speaks to the material’s panoptic appeal and its ability to create openness and connectivity to the outdoors.
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Many UL designs have load restrictions—a matter of great importance and potential liability for engineers of record (EORs), who, in accordance with several building codes and the UL Fire-Resistance Rating Directory, are responsible for identifying and approving the use of such designs on a project.
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The recent approval of the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) is of interest to design/construction professionals as it often means expanded options for structural applications. However, understanding the latest changes and allowances in various jurisdictions can also be a daunting prospect.
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