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FRAME PROCEDURE [2 records]

Record 1 2018-11-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Execution of Work (Construction)
  • Glazing Materials (Constr.)
OBS

Duties : read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine type and thickness of glass, frame, installation procedure and materials required; measure and mark glass and cut glass using glass cutters or computerized cutter; tint glass and create patterns on glass by etching, sandblasting or painting designs; assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolds, rigging and hoisting equipment; position glass panes into frames and secure glass using clips, points or mouldings; assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products on walls, ceilings or exteriors of building and prepare and install skylights, showcases and aquariums and stained or other special glass; repair and service residential windows, commercial aluminum doors and other glass supporting structures, and replace damaged glass or faulty sealant.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Exécution des travaux de construction
  • Matériaux verriers (Construction)

Spanish

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Record 2 2001-02-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hydrology and Hydrography
DEF

A water sampling procedure in which a set of electronically actuated plastic bottles(10-30 liters) arranged in a vertical position on a circular frame("rosette") are lowered by a "hydrowire" at navigational positions. The bottles are open at each end and are closed by remote control at preselected depths.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Hydrologie et hydrographie
OBS

Appareil utilisé pour prélever des échantillons d'eau en profondeur. Les bouteilles de prélèvement sont fixées à un câble et descendues ouvertes à l'aide de ce câble jusqu'à la profondeur voulue; elles peuvent être fermées par la suite au moyen d'un messager. Généralement, le câble porte plusieurs bouteilles afin de prélever un ensemble d'échantillons d'eau à des profondeurs différentes au cours de la même opération.

Spanish

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