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Prolonging the Life of your Roofing System
Roofing systems are an integral part of the building envelope and shouldn’t be neglected. Here are tips from Stephen Epp of RJC Engineers to help you maintain your roof.
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Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
According to RJC's Jeff Rabinovitch, employing the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) method will help limit needless oversights and keep the project on track.
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Built to Serve and Endure
Given the range of uses community centres fulfill, a lot goes into their planning and design. Often, mass timber plays a central role.
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Parkades in the EV Era
Building Code requirements may soon be changing to address design loads for parkades, particularly as electric pick-ups and SUVs begin flooding the market.
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RJC joins largest mass timber seismic testing
RJC is supporting first-of-its-kind seismic testing of the NHERI TallWood Project in California.
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B.C. teams to undertake innovative retrofit projects
B.C. design teams have been selected to develop retrofit designs for six low- to mid-rise social housing buildings in different cities.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
A Property for All Seasons
It's important to determine a property's ability to withstand the elements before it's put to the test, yet many property managers and owners keep climate resiliency low on their list of priorities.
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Rendering and Interactive Visualization
By definition, visualization technology is a technique for creating images, diagrams, or animations to communicate a message. But in essence, it’s so much more.
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Keeping up with the Building Code
As Canada moves to adopt a “net-zero energy ready” model by 2030, changes to the National Building Code will hold new property constructions and retrofits to more stringent energy usage guidelines.
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Addressing Condensation in Condo Properties
While winter can bring all manner of property maintenance issues, few can cause as many headaches (or large repair bills) as unchecked condensation.
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Damage Down Below
When water damage is left unchecked in elevator pits, damage caused by water can add up to significant safety risks and expensive repairs.
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The Realities of Healthcare Retrofits
In healthcare, patient comfort, staff schedules, health and safety standards, and critical equipment needs demand a tailored approach to every retrofit.
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The Enigma of Air Vapour Barriers
How well do you know your air vapour barrier? Monitoring your air vapour barrier performance today can prevent significant headaches down the road.
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Making Your Podium Deck a Priority
Costs and logistics can make a podium deck project seem intimidating. But with the right team and a strategic approach, it can yield lasting benefits.
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A New Age for Sustainable Projects
Industry trends point to a renewed focus on sustainable projects in development, both to the benefit of owner budgets and tenant comfort.
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The Art of Saving Lives
RJC Engineers' suicide prevention barriers for the Edmonton City Centre East parking garage have garnered industry recognition for their function and beauty.
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Top Considerations for Parking Garage Restorations
Since parking garage restoration is a big ticket expense, managers and owners should ensure they are taking the right approach before breaking ground.