Buildipedia Staff

Buildipedia Staff

The Buildipedia research and writing staff consists of dozens of experienced professionals from many sectors of the industry, including architects, designers, contractors, and engineers.

Radiation Protection

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to radiation protection.  Radiation protection are components designed and fabricated to protect people from radio frequency, x-ray, nuclear, radiation, electromagnetic fields, and high energy magnetic pulse protection.  Radiation protection includes lead sheet, lead bricks, lead-lined materials and modular shielding partitions.

Towers

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction of towers.  Towers are vertical structures, used in a variety of applications for various reasons.  Fabricated and pre-engineered towers are constructed from metal or wood materials.

Sunrooms

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction with sunrooms.  Sunrooms are glazed engineered enclosures assembled on site.  Commonly installed in residential applications, sunrooms extend interior living area to the outdoors.

Geodesic Structures

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction of geodesic structures.  Geodesic structures have a triangular gridwork of materials that are assembled to create a dome shape structure. Wood, steel frame and concrete materials are commonly used to construct a geodesic structure.

Space Frames

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction with space frames.  Space frames are a structural lightweight, truss like, geometric frame of metal or wood materials.  The design of a space frame assembly transmits weight loads in multiple directions over the frame.  They are commonly used for large roofs over modern and industrial structures.

Safety Netting

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction with safety netting.  Safety netting is used to protect recreational participants and people near recreational activities from air borne balls or other flying objects.  Safety netting is commonly installed around batting cages, hockey ice rinks and a soccer pitch.

Athletic and Recreational Special Construction

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction of athletic and recreational special construction.  Athletic and recreational special construction are designed components within a recreational facility, that are constructed with activity specific requirements in mind. Indoor soccer boards, safety netting, arena football boards, athletic and recreational court walls and demountable athletic surfaces are examples of athletic and recreational special construction.

Saunas

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction of saunas.  Saunas are enclosed spaces that produce dry heat, which creates perspiration for the people who use it.   Saunas are manufactured assemblies that have infrared heating elements, cedar benches and walls.  Saunas are commonly located in recreational facilities and can be compact enough for personal residences.

Cold Storage Rooms

Mon, Aug 17, 2009

This topic includes information related to design and construction of cold storage rooms.  Cold storage rooms are environmentally controlled spaces which are used to store perishable items.  Walk in and stand alone coolers or freezers are manufactured, site assemblies that have insulated panels and door.  Doors can be swinging, sliding, vertical lift or traffic doors.  Cold storage rooms can be custom designed for indoor or outdoor applications.  Common applications include; supermarket, warehouse, convenience store, food service and floral industry.