The document also identifies qualification training programs for inspectors/installers and lists certification requirements. The final code requirements of ACI 318-19 are expected to be referenced in ...

SALEM – Ohio’s chief of building code compliance said building owners need not be afraid when it comes to requirements for renovations. “Call us up. Get us involved early,” Geoffrey Eaton said. “The ...

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released ACI 562-19 Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary. The code was written to be ...

When it comes to egress lighting requirements, there is conflicting verbiage between the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101), the Uniform Building Code (UBC), and the International Building Code (IBC). This ...

There are two primary fire codes in use in the United States. The International Fire Code (IFC) is most prevalent because of its compatibility with the International Building Code, which is the most ...

The last article showed how catastrophic fire events have led to the development of fire code requirements throughout history. In-depth studies of those significant events led to specific requirements ...

More than ever before, adhesive films are being used to bring building designs to life and safeguard critical surfaces. Avery Dennison specialty exterior window films, including SkyWay™ Bird Film and ...

Access to daylight and views to the outside provide well-documented benefits to occupants in all buildings. But when it comes to school design, these considerations often receive more emphasis as ...

Underlined text indicates a change in the rules for the 2017 NEC. A. For one‑ and two‑family dwellings, at least one receptacle must be installed in accordance with Sec. 210.52(G)(1) through (3). (1) ...