How Steel Buildings Can Withstand Hurricanes
Amongst hurricane destruction, it’s common to see whole regions of rubble and debris. Now and then, a single home stands among the devastation. If you’re in construction, the first thing you might wonder is, “What did they do differently?” After Hurricane Wilma,...
How Steel Buildings Can Withstand Hurricanes – Part II
Not All Steel-Frame Buildings Are Equal Now we’re back to where we began – in the factory. Some of Absolute Steel’s competitors may be cheaper, or even look stronger, thanks to cross-braces between the wall and the roof. But here’s the thing: They’re weaker. In fact,...
Galvanic Corrosion and Dissimilar Metals
Dissimilar Metals Overview Metals that are dissimilar to one another, vary with regard to their differences in corrosion. Galvanic corrosion is a process that indicates a comparison of how metals corrode differently when in contact with an electrical connection. This...
Common Building Engineering Terms and Meanings
COMMON TERMS ENGINEERS USE IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY The following glossary is intended to help individuals understand common terms used by engineers in the building industry. ALLOY – result when two or more metals are mixed together ALUMINIZING – treatment with...
Properties and Prevention of Household Mold
Mold is everywhere — just leave out a piece of bread for a few days to witness it in action. The term “mold” applies to a class of multi-cellular fungi that spread over moist, organic materials. Molds often have a familiar musty smell and can exhibit...Recent Articles
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