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Grandstands and Bleachers provide seating for both indoor and outdoor spectator events which typically have several hours duration.  Bleachers are terraced rows of bench seats with foot rests.  Grandstands are bleachers or individual seating systems on an elevated platform.  Many grandstand and bleacher systems can be easily relocated if purchased, or rented for specific events.  Permanent installations at fixed interior building locations can be installed with telescopic features, to allow for improved storage and floor cleaning when not in use.    Wood, aluminum and plastics are the most common material selections for bleacher and grandstand seating.

Modular mezzanines are a convenient and cost-effective method of quickly creating additional floor space within the interior of an existing large structure, such as a warehouse, retail store or industrial building.  Popular designs include structural framing, stairs, and steel grate decking.  The most common purpose of modular mezzanines is to provide additional storage space.  Some specialized modular mezzanines provide enclosed rooms with complete utility services, including lighting and air conditioning, to create offices and finished interior spaces.

Lead-lined materials are installed in buildings to prevent occupants’ exposure to radiation.  There are three main types of radiation (alpha, beta, and gamma/X-ray) that humans can be exposed to, either naturally or through the normal operation of radiation emitting equipment or processes.  Gamma and X-ray radiation are very similar.  They are a penetrating type of high energy, high frequency electromagnetic radiation produced by X-ray operations in the medical field, and during the decay of radio-active materials in industrial applications.  Lead is the material of choice to offer shielding from gamma and X-ray radiation, since it is a dense element with a relatively high atomic number, which is important for the absorption of electromagnetic radiation.  Lead is cheap, available, and malleable, with a history of proven effectiveness for electromagnetic radiation protection.

This topic covers information related to the operation and maintenance of swimming pools, that occurs during the life cycle of a structure.  Swimming pools require on going maintenance to ensure usability and sanitation.  Depending on the geographic location of a swimming pool maintenance may include weatherization to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.  Over time the mechanical components of a swimming pool may need to be replaced or repaired.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of below-grade swimming pools.  Below-grade swimming pools are fabricated containers that hold water for the purpose of swimming and recreation.  Below-grade swimming pools are typically installed in residential and recreational applications.  They are field assembled from raw materials or pre-engineered components.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of on-grade swimming pools.  On-grade swimming pools are fabricated containers that hold water for the purpose of swimming and recreation.  On-grade swimming pools are typically installed in residential applications.  They are field assembled from pre-engineered components.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of fountains.  Fountains are architectural water features that project or pour water for functional reasons, dramatic effect and/or decoration.  They are commonly found in residential gardens, public locations and near commercial buildings.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of aquariums.  Aquariums are containers that inhabit freshwater and saltwater animals and plants.  Aquariums have transparent glass or plastic surfaces that allow individuals to view the contained aquatic animals and plants.  Sizes range from small bowls for one or two fish to large exhibition tanks that contain entire ecosystems.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of hot tubs.  Hot tubs are manufactured appliances that are used for therapeutic reasons or general relaxation.  Water is heated by energy; electric, gas, wood or solar.  Hot tubs are commonly located in the outdoor environment near residential or recreational facilities.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of therapeutic pools.  Therapeutic pools are used by physical therapy, recreational and medical facilities for individuals with unique symptoms that can be rehabilitated or comforted via aquatic therapy.  Therapeutic pools are field assembled from raw materials or pre-engineered components.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of ice rinks.  Ice rinks are indoor or outdoor frozen water surfaces that enable individuals to ice skate or participate in winter sport activities.  Equipment, piping, floor systems, and surrounding enclosures are essential components of ice rinks to ensure an adequately controlled environment and ice surface.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of kennels and animal shelters.  Kennels and animal shelters house and provide medical care to animals.  Kennels and shelters are manufactured assemblies for indoor and outdoor use.