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David Stutzman: Jun 2, 2014 7:28:28 AM
Friday, an architect asked for help researching a question about metal stud installation for interior partitions. The question was the result of a site visit. The resolution needed to be speedy. Monday the contractor planned to install gypsum board,...
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David Stutzman: May 27, 2014 2:06:50 AM
Why does the code require trademarks to distinguish the various plywood types? All plywood is not the same. Panels may be suitable for specific...
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David Stutzman: May 26, 2014 1:27:21 PM
It's a debate. The debate is evidenced in all the commercial guide specifications and even CSI's SectionFormat™. Related Requirements is an article...
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David Stutzman: May 5, 2014 12:45:54 PM
Architects and engineers are required to produce drawings and specifications as construction documents. The documents are developed throughout the...
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David Stutzman: Apr 28, 2014 3:06:07 PM
Design and construction projects require an enormous number of participants to complete each facility. The basic teams include owners, architects,...
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David Stutzman: Apr 21, 2014 10:35:01 AM
When is the architect required to prepare an estimate of the Cost of Work according to AIA Document B101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and...
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David Stutzman: Apr 14, 2014 8:11:36 AM
Is the contractor permitted to submit substitutions or propose comparable products? Not if the spec is closed, he is not. Be careful if you think you...
David Stutzman: Mar 26, 2014 6:12:39 AM
Exterior deck coatings in residential construction are expected to perform as a waterproofing and traffic surface. The coating must prevent water...
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David Stutzman: Mar 24, 2014 12:28:04 PM
Traditional construction documents were drawings and specifications - both published in paper form. The industry is trending to more electronic means...
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David Stutzman: Mar 10, 2014 8:04:27 AM
Specifications are technical documents - part of a construction contract - describing contracting requirements. Is there really a beneficiary to such...
