Tag: foundations
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The Rosendin Foundation’s Construction Program Upskilled 91 Students
The Rosendin Foundation, a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to positively impacting communities and empowering individuals, inspired the next generation of construction workers by teaching nearly 100 campers foundational skills at free summer camps held across the country. The third annual TRF Camp Build introduced 51 boys and 40 girls to the construction industry with hands-on learning activities…
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‘It lays good foundations’: industry reacts to infrastructure strategy
Image: Kawee Wateesatogkij via Dreamstime.com The built environment has welcomed the funding certainty of the government’s 10-year infrastructure strategy, which includes £725bn investment over the next decade for essential projects across the country. Here’s what organisations in the built environment are saying about it. David Barnes, head of policy and public affairs at the Chartered…
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Protecting Data Center Concrete Foundations from Unstable Soils
It comes as no surprise to architects and engineers that clay-rich soils which retain lots of moisture are unstable. Clay soils have a water-holding capacity of about 1.35-2.5 in. of water per foot of soil, whereas well-drained sandy soils hold far less, typically 0.4-1.25 in. of water per foot of soil. This ensuing soil instability…
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Conservatory foundations: Our expert guide
Conservatories are a great way to add extra space to your home, however, before you start thinking about placing your order with a manufacturer, it’s worth giving some thought to the most critical part of your conservatory – the foundations. Choosing the right foundation for your conservatory ideas is essential for ensuring stability and to…
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A guide to choosing garden room foundations
Garden rooms are much more than simple sheds and a great way to add extra space – whether for a home office, gym, studio, or just a place to chill out. But before you start choosing the design and decor, you’ve got to think about how it will be built and one of the most…