Types of Construction
A lump-sum contract is the most recognized agreement form on simple and small projects and projects with a well-defined scope or construction projects where the risk of different site conditions is minimal.
How to Determine a Building's Construction Type. ... buildings with exterior walls of fire-resistive construction — with a rating of not less than one hour, and;
TYPE II-B--Unprotected Non-Combustible (Most common type of non-combustible construction used in commercial buildings). Building constructed of non-combustible materials but these materials have no fire resistance.
Construction Types - Definitions TYPE I-A--Fire Resistive Non-combustible (Commonly found in high-rise buildings and Group I occupancies). 3 Hr. Exterior Walls* 3 Hr. Structural Frame 2 Hr. Floor/Ceiling Assembly 1 ½ Hr. Roof Protection TYPE I-B--Fire Resistive Non-Combustible (Commonly found in mid-rise office & Group R buildings).
TYPE III OR ORDINARY CONSTRUCTION OBJECTIVES At the conclusion of this module, the students will be able to: 1. Identify and describe the characteristics of ordinary (NFPA Type III) construction. 2. Identify the strengths and concerns for ordinary construction. 3.
We are continuing to look at the different types of construction and the characteristics of each. This post will outline considerations of Type IV or Heavy Timber construction.
board. One difference between a heavy timber type IV building and type III construction is that a heavy-timber type IV building does not have plaster walls and ceilings covering the interior wood framework. The details of type IV construction shall comply with the provisions of 602.4.1 through 602.4.7.
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION TYPE I – This concrete and steel structure, ... TYPE V – Wood-frame construction is the most combustible of the five building types. The