Tag: Testing
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Laing O’Rourke installs first modular lift at Network Rail testing site
Laing O’Rourke and Finnish lift engineering company Kone have manufactured and installed the first offsite-constructed lift at the Network Rail test track in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. The lift was removed from the trailer bed of the delivery vehicle and installed fully upright in 26 minutes, Laing O’Rourke said. The modular lift is designed for use…
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Why Every Home Needs Radon Testing
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that poses a significant health risk. It occurs naturally in the environment and weaves into households without our knowledge. Radon testing is a must for protecting families from harm. This post will discuss why every home should be tested for radon. What Is Radon? Radon is a radioactive gas that arises…
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LiteTrace Launches EmerLite™ for Wireless Emergency Testing
LiteTrace today unveiled EmerLite™, a wireless platform revolutionizing emergency lighting compliance for commercial facilities. This launch adds a new brand to LiteTrace’s intelligent building technology solutions. Powered by Bluetooth® mesh technology and integrated with the Keilton+autani ecosystem, EmerLite™ eliminates manual testing through automation, smartphone management, and cloud documentation—saving facilities an average of $125 per unit…
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New FGIA Document Enhances Testing for Multi-Track Doors, Windows
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released a new specification applicable for use in testing and rating horizontal sliding windows and sliding doors based upon the sash/panel size and interlocking conditions present in the tested samples. AAMA 517-25, Specification for Air/Water Penetration Resistance, and Structural Load Performance of Multi-Track Doors and Windows, a new…
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The Untapped Potential: Why Standardized Street Sweeper Testing is a Win-Win for All
Street sweepers stand to gain significant recognition as a leading solution for stormwater pollutant removal, but realizing this potential hinges on robust, standardized testing. Currently, a gap exists in the data available to stormwater professionals, hindering their ability to fully appreciate and leverage the capabilities of modern sweepers. The benefits of rigorous testing are multifaceted.…
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Why testing for mould is good for your home and your health
Testing for mould is a quick and simple way to identify where unwanted damp is creeping into parts of your home. The sooner an issue is recognised the sooner it can be dealt with. And the sooner it is dealt with the less likely you are to see mould making an unwelcome appearance. Once damp…
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Why testing for mould is good for your home and your health
Testing for mould is a quick and simple way to identify where unwanted damp is creeping into parts of your home. The sooner an issue is recognised the sooner it can be dealt with. And the sooner it is dealt with the less likely you are to see mould making an unwelcome appearance. Once damp…
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Testing Veras, an AI Visualization Tool
Creating stunning visualizations of buildings and environments requires knowledge and skills, regardless of the fantastic tools designers have at their disposal. How about using generative AI to do the same without much special training or experience? I stumbled upon Veras®, an AI tool from Evolve Lab. Veras is an AI-powered visualization add-in for SketchUp®, Revit® & Rhinoceros® that…
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Testing Robotic Cleanup on a Construction Site
A group of people had gathered at a construction site in Vantaa, Finland, on February 25, 2019. On the floor of a large room, a robot was blinking lights, apparently waiting for instructions on what to do next. This was the first test of an industry-grade cleaning robot for construction sites. The test was the…
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Why is Sensory Testing Important?
It doesn’t matter whether you are a start-up or a superbrand, sensory research and testing can help your company gain valuable knowledge that will help you to improve your product. Thorough sensory research can not only establish exactly where your product fits in to the marketplace, it can also help you to refine your product…