What’s Your Sign Say? Standpipe Signage Requirements
We often misunderstand the concept of signage. The term “signage” is defined as the design or use of signs and symbols to communicate a message to a specific group. When developing our signs, we need to first understand what is required by the standard to be posted, and to whom we are trying to convey our message.
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Minnesota State Representative Noor Introduces High-Rise Retrofit Bill
Minnesota State Representative Mohamud Noor (DFL 60B) represents the Cedar Riverside area of Minneapolis. He knew the five victims of the fatal high-rise fire in the Cedar High Apartments on November 27th.
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Does Your Structure Measure up to a High-Rise Building?
The mighty high-rise has been a testament to civilization’s engineering and construction capabilities, though tall structures have been in existence for centuries.
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I Don’t Get It
At 1417 Hours on July 24th, 2017, a fire began on the 26th floor of the Marco Polo condominiums in Honolulu, Hawaii. Before it was over, 4 people were killed, and 13 others injured. The fire damaged or destroyed over 200 units in the 568-unit, 36-story building.
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