ANSI/BHMA A156.25-2018: Electrified Locking Devices
People have wanted to protect their property for as long as they knew they had property. One way this demand is met is through a […]
Building Design and Construction
How Loud Is Construction Site Noise?
With full-powered machinery and tool-heavy tasks, construction is one of the noisiest industries to work in. Every day, over 10 million construction workers are exposed […]
IICRC Standards: Cleaning, Restoring, Inspecting
IICRC, as an ANSI-accredited standards developing organization, has a specific focus, and its involvement enhances the safety and efficiency of the industry it serves. The […]
ANSI/BHMA A156.24-2018: Delayed Egress Locking Systems
Locks provide security and comfort for possessions and even one’s safety. Therefore, the public is entitled to safety and stability in the locks used to […]
ASME B30.9-2018: Slings
The sling, like many other technologies, has roots in warfare. Constructed in various forms since the dawn of civilization, slings were archaic missile launchers, firing […]
ASTM Standard for Impact of Falling Steel Ball on Ceramic Tile (ASTM C1870-18)
The aesthetic advantages of ceramic tile are immense, so we can all consider ourselves fortunate that the material is common in buildings and homes. This […]
Construction Safety Tips
It costs a lot to build something — from building materials to labor. Yet, as expensive as construction can be, the costs can be even […]
The Hidden Carcinogen Within Construction
Construction safety often extends further than one might think and encompasses much more than what meets the eye. While it’s important to be cautious of […]
ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 100-2018: Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings
The American National Standard for energy efficiency in existing buildings, ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 100, has been revised. New buildings continuously emerge. New indoor environments are introduced […]
ICC 300-2017: Standard for Bleachers, Folding and Telescopic Seating, and Grandstands
ICC 300-2017, the latest revision of the American National Standard for Bleachers, Folding and Telescopic Seating, and Grandstands, has been released. Bleachers, as well as […]