Park Union Bridge in Colorado Springs, Colo., inspired by the gravity-defying motion of athletes, masterfully combines truss and arch forms into a curved hybrid steel structure, to pay allegiance to its context and serve as a landmark site providing visual and pedestrian access to key areas in downtown Colorado.
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Downtown Chicago’s Wolf Point West Tower employs aluminum and glass railing systems, which provide occupants with both security and scenic views. The 48-story building, which is the first residential tower built at the confluence of the North, South, and Main branches of the Chicago River, has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification under the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
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When Freddie Freeman swung at this year’s home opener on April 14, he was aiming at some brand-new fences—and some state-of-the-art railings as well. The Atlanta Braves’ new SunTrust Park features more than 11 km (7 mi) of decorative railing.
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Stainless steel is often used as a railing material, especially where corrosion resistance is a major concern. However, many design/construction professionals may be unaware of the finer nuances of selecting the right type of material. Having a better understanding of finishes is critical.
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Since the late 1980s, manufacturers have introduced dozens of wood-plastic composite decking products, including composite boards with thin plastic caps (i.e. capped composites) in recent years. Composite decking manufacturing methods vary, resulting in deck boards with significantly different performance characteristics.
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