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frame construction [2 records]

Record 1 2003-04-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Constructed Works
DEF

Type of building in which the structural parts are wood or dependent on a wood framework for support.

CONT

Wood-frame construction has wood-framed walls and structural framing of sizes smaller than heavy-timber sizes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types de constructions
CONT

La vogue des maisons individuelles a conduit les architectes et les entrepreneurs à établir les plans d'une multitude de types de construction légères à ossature en métal, en béton ou en bois.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Tipos de construcciones
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Record 2 1987-10-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Joining Elements (Mechanical Components)
CONT

The steam-generator supporting structure is a highly irregular and indeterminate system, made up of rolled and built-up structural-steel members.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments d'assemblage (Composants mécaniques)
CONT

Toutes les ouvertures d'inspection ou d'accès (de la chaudière) doivent être rendues accessibles [...] le constructeur prendra toutes dispositions utiles [...] en particulier pour ce qui concerne l'installation [...] de la robinetterie, des réchauffeurs, des cadres supports, etc.

Spanish

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