Posts by Johnny Beckman
A Primer on Coatings
Surface preparation and application requirements for coatings over structural steel are often overlooked in project specifications. While this is not critical for many applications because the steel is covered by other finishes such as gypsum or pre-finished metal panels, it can be problematic for architectural exposed finishes or components requiring fire protective coatings. The typical…
Read MoreSinkhole in NW Georgia
Sinkholes, whether man-made or natural, are not uncommon in Georgia. Sinkholes form when cavities form under the ground surface and subsequently collapse. The collapsed soils progress up to the ground surface where a sinkhole may develop over time or catastrophically without warning. Sinkholes develop in some of the most undesirable locations. A sinkhole developed under…
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