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In times like these, it is important for companies to align themselves with solid partnerships that can endure the storm.  IHS, with over 50 years of experience, is the source for critical information for thousands of companies just like yours. 

The industry is evolving and changing everyday.  New requirements and regulations are impacting everyone involved, including:

  • Design
  • Management
  • Review/Approvals
  • Building 
  • Maintenance

These areas, as well as others are responsible for ensuring their projects are compliant with the changing building codes, AEC standards, and Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) regulations. New rules and funding is impacting the construction industry.  Understanding how the Federal Stimulus Act will affect your business is critical. 

IHS AEC information solutions help organizations reduce costs and increase productivity and efficiency, while reducing the risk of re-work.

New! Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat Subscription
IHS is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the CSI MasterFormat and Transition Matrix in subscription form. More...

ICC-ES News
The ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) Board of Directors has selected Mark Johnson to serve as the ES President, following the announcement of John Nosse’s January 2010 retirement ... more
Construction Information Service - Offered as an online service, CIS provides access to an extensive range of full text documents covering all aspects of the building, engineering, design and construction process for the UK. More...

New! Internet Version of IHS Plan Analyst
IHS Plan Analyst is now available via the Internet. This time saving, proven, software is the fastest and easiest way to complete code studies and plan checks. More...

New! IHS Launches State Codes Web Site
IHS and Citation Publishing Inc are pleased to announce the availability of the 2004 Florida Building Codes, Road and Bridge Specs and other state specific construction regulatory information. More...


TIA-222-G Now Available

TIA-222-G
Structural Standard for Antenna Supporting Structures and Antennas (includes county listings.)

TIA-222 version G will be the most sweeping change in the 222 standard since Version D was implemented nearly 20 years ago.

  • Version G is comprised of 16 chapters and annexes, covering technical issues such as wind and ice loading, seismic loading, design stresses, safety and climbing, and geotechnical requirements.
  • TIA-222-G is applicable mainly to steel structures but may also be applied to other materials.
  • The standard addresses the impact on the load-carrying capacity of existing structures.
  • Version G based on limit states design.

For more information, call 1-877-413-5184

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ARCHITECTURE, ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION NEWS
November 4, 2009
ICC-ES, UL Create Standards, Codes Verification Program for Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas Products
ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) established a program for plumbing, mechanical and fuel gas (PMG) products ... more
November 2, 2009
ASTM E2707 Tests Fire Penetration of Exterior Wall Assemblies
ASTM International released ASTM E2707, which addresses the enhanced exterior fire protection of structures in a wildland fire. ... more
October 30, 2009
ASTM WK24836 to Outline Specs for Active Area, Multipurpose Flooring
ASTM International Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings is developing ASTM WK24836 - Specification for Active Area, Multipurpose Flooring. ... more
October 26, 2009
ASTM WK25108 to Outline Rotational Viscotester Used in Road Building
ASTM International is developing ASTM WK25108 - Test Method for Measurement of Apparent Viscosity of Asphalt-Rubber or Other High Viscosity Binders ... more
October 23, 2009
ISO/TR 16738 Evaluates Escape Behavior During Fire
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) issued ISO/TR 16738:2009 - Fire-safety engineering - Technical information on methods ... more
October 19, 2009
ASTM D7489, ASTM D7514 Cover Touch-Up Properties, Ink Stainblocking
ASTM International Committee D01 on Paint and Related Coatings, Materials and Applications approved ASTM D7489 and ASTM D7514, two standards ... more
October 16, 2009
ASTM C1677 Addresses Flexible Joints for Concrete Box Sections
ASTM International Committee C13 on Concrete Pipe released ASTM C1677, a standard that covers flexible joints for concrete box sections using ... more
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