A process whereby asbestos or contaminated material is removed from an area by setting up containment facilities to remove it safely without(...)

Acoustic ceiling tile is a common ceiling system that is typically installed in a grid. The grid is typically a metal grid and hung from hangers(...)

Acoustic ceiling tile is a common ceiling system that is typically installed in a grid. The grid is typically a metal grid and hung from hangers(...)

An air handling unit is a common piece of a mechanical equipment that regulates and circulates air as part of a heating and cooling system for(...)

An air handling unit is a common piece of a mechanical equipment that regulates and circulates air as part of a heating and cooling system for(...)

There are several minerals commonly known as asbestos. These minerals can be used to make products strong, long-lasting and(...)

Bent plate is a term used in structural steel or miscellaneous metals scope for construction. A bent plate is basically a flat plate that has(...)

A steel member in the shape of a C. Typically used in structural columns or where beams need a flat face on one side to sit flush against something.

In the world of structural steel, camber denotes a curve in the vertical plane; sweep denotes a curve in the horizontal plane. Steel members(...)

Contemplated Change Notice - a formal contract document issued by a consultant to initiate a pricing exercise.

A document issued typically by the consultant or owner to the contractor in order to instruct them to carry out work. A change directive puts(...)

A document issued typically by the consultant or owner to the contractor in order to instruct them to carry out work. A change directive puts(...)

In project management, a change order is a component of the change management process whereby changes in the Scope of Work agreed to by the(...)

In project management, a change order is a component of the change management process whereby changes in the Scope of Work agreed to by the(...)

The construction definition is something that is challenging to explain in just a paragraph. The simplest definition of construction is(...)

Additional time or money allocated to a construction project in order to mitigate risk related to specific items. For example, one may carry(...)

A corner bead is a trim that you apply to an outside corner or reveal on drywall to protect an exposed corner and create a clean edge. Typically(...)

A curtainwall is a exterior surface mounted to the outside of the building which is designed to stand various forces but not take any of the(...)

A set of data or information on a product or material that is pre-manufactured. For example you get cut sheets of washroom accessories, light(...)

Sheet metal or plastic tube hollow structures that carry air throughout a complex for distribution in a heating and air conditioning system(...)

Fall arrest is the last line of defense in protecting workers against falls. Fall arrest is a term that encompasses the process of preventing(...)

From WikipediaA fan coil unit (FCU) is a simple device consisting of a heating and/or cooling heat exchanger or 'coil' and fan. It is part of(...)

From WikipediaA fan coil unit (FCU) is a simple device consisting of a heating and/or cooling heat exchanger or 'coil' and fan. It is part of(...)

Floor flatness is a measurement taken that reflects the flatness of a concrete floor after it's pour. The technical way of measuring floor(...)

Floor flatness is a measurement taken that reflects the flatness of a concrete floor after it's pour. The technical way of measuring floor(...)

created out of plywood or engineered metal systems. Formwork comes in many shapes and sizes and acts as walls or retaining barriers for when(...)

What is a building foundation? The foundation of a building is lowest point in a building which typically carries the load of the upper(...)

a method of preventing rust on steel and making it more durable to the elements. It involves dipping metal into a hot bath of zinc rich paint(...)

You know those weird bar charts you always see someone bring out in a meeting? A gantt chart is just a fancy name for it. Ultimately a gantt(...)

In construction a guaranteed maximum price (or GMP) is a form of an estimate and contract type. The guaranteed maximum price involves the(...)

Gross floor area or GFA is a term regularly referenced at many phases of a construction project. The GFA is a form of measurement for the(...)

In construction a guaranteed maximum price (or GMP) is a form of an estimate and contract type. The guaranteed maximum price involves the(...)

Heat pumps are a piece of equipment that forms part of a heating and cooling system. They are an alternative that is considered more(...)

A square like piece of steel that is hollow on the interior. Typically used in structural supports.

A square like piece of steel that is hollow on the interior. Typically used in structural supports.

This definition has been taken from ArchToolboxIntumescent coatings, often referred to as intumescent paint, are used in buildings as a passive(...)

A length of timber or steel supporting part of the structure of a building, typically arranged in parallel series to support a floor or ceiling(...)

A lanyard in construction is an essential part in keeping workers safe from falls. It typically refers to part of a fall arrest or fall(...)

Low iron is a term used in glass. What it means is that there is low iron content in the glass. Iron is a component baked into standard glass(...)

A luffer or luffing crane is often seen in urban areas where site areas are tight. A luffer crane can be determined by the angled jib. The jib(...)

A mag lock or electromagnetic lock is a piece of door hardware designed to be installed at the top of a door. The mag lock is a magnet that when(...)

Where multiple materials come together the consultant or owner may request a mockup. Mockups are great way to control quality as a lot of the(...)

Modular construction is the act of building parts of or an entire building off site in a seperate facility. This construction method offers(...)

Mortar or grout is a cement like product that is installed between the joints of the bricks in order to help keep them together.

A mullion is a vertical or horizontal bracket or member that is designed to provide intermediate support to a structure or frame. A mullion has(...)

Are metal rods with caps typically welded to deck or steel in order to provide a better bond to the concrete.

On small areas or rooms it is possible to continue the same pattern at the seams as stone can be cut from the same slab. Stone is normally(...)

The act of making a concrete reinforced slab strong by adding rods which are tightened and put in tension after the concrete has cured. This(...)

A base layer of paint typically used as a first coat. The paint is normally more dense allowing it to provide better coverage and concealment to(...)

Quarter cut is a method of cutting wood whereby the logs are sawn into lumber. The resulting lumber is called quartersawn (quarter-sawn),(...)

long metal rods added to concrete in order to increase the strength of it in tension. Rebar comes in different shapes and sizes and can be(...)

Relationships are really one of the most important part of a schedule. Activities and work breakdown structure without relationships are really(...)

Running bond is a method of laying tile, stone or brick whereby stones are staggers on top of each other in halves in order to create an offset(...)

Scaffolding is a temporary structure typically installed in order to provide access to elevated spaces. Depending upon your region different(...)

Scarifying in construction is the act of removing part of (typically the top) of concrete slabs or structure. If a slab is too high for the(...)

The act of reinforcing something with a structure in order to maintain the stability. Items such as long posts called shoring jacks or(...)

A Supplemental Instruction is commonly used to resolve minor issues in construction documents so long as the change does not affect contract(...)

A Supplemental Instruction is commonly used to resolve minor issues in construction documents so long as the change does not affect contract(...)

The are between the clear vision glass of two floors that spans the floor slab. Typically this is done out of vision glass (see vision glass) or(...)

Stack bond is a method of laying brick or tile whereby all of the joints are in line and bricks or tile are stacked directly on top of one(...)

Swing stages are platforms which are suspended from buildings utilizing cables. These platforms are used for man and material access to vertical(...)

A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is a type of motor controller that drives an electric motor by varying the frequency and voltage supplied to(...)

A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is a type of motor controller that drives an electric motor by varying the frequency and voltage supplied to(...)

Fancy name for a flush toilet or room containing a flush toilet.

Think of the work break down structure as your categories within your schedule. They are buckets where you can enter categories and allow you to(...)

The act of heating two members of steel up to a very high temperature in order to fuse the two members together. This is usually performed using(...)

Think of the work break down structure as your categories within your schedule. They are buckets where you can enter categories and allow you to(...)