Impact of flooring on healthcare visitors

Designers can make healthcare spaces safer and more comfortable in a variety of ways. From controlling aromas and sound to creating community spaces that encourage relaxing interactions, design professionals can bring to hospitals many design elements to make the environment more friendly, open, and welcoming.
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Door closer hinges: A new approach

It would be a mistake to assume closer hinges will replace overhead closers in all locations. However, closer hinges have proven their utility for many entrance conditions, and may even prove to be the preferred solution for many ordinary doorways.
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NFPA 285 engineering judgments

The IBC is recognized as the model building code for commercial construction, which is then adopted by state and local jurisdictions. Through NFPA 285, increasing use of energy efficient continuous insulation (ci) and innovative wall assemblies places a greater emphasis on fire performance of exterior walls.
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Room acoustics, sound control with metal panels

Metals do not only provide resilience, beauty, and acoustical performance, but gains in paint technology make for an unlimited resilient pallet for the design and viewing community. From a functional linear ceiling system to wall panel options, a building’s interior can benefit from the beauty and durability of metal.
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The air barrier pre-installation meeting

The air barrier is one of the most significant items on any building exterior. The installation and process should reflect the importance of the system and its intricate installation and integration of non-air barrier system components, such as waterproofing, structural elements, windows, and roofing systems.
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