October/November 2010

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Hotel Chains Building With ICFs
A surprising number of hotels have already been built with ICFs, many of which are owned by well-known national brands. They’re often the best performing buildings in the chain, and provide a good comparison on the energy savings ICFs can bring.

Floor Joists to Speed Construction
Specialized flooring systems that work well with ICF walls and have proven to shave weeks off completion time. Real world case studies show how this can compress schedules and save thousands of dollars.

Understanding Steel Schedules
The structural engineer and his understanding of reinforcing steel has a major impact on a project’s cost and buildability. Resources here will help eliminate the “overengineering” that sometimes pushes projects beyond the owners financial reach.

Rebar Cutters and Benders
By Ian Giesler
Shaping reinforcing steel on the jobsite has both rewards and drawbacks. A few convenient, portable tools can maximize the advantages while eliminating many of the hassles.

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