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Asphalt |
A cementous material, solid or semisolid, made primarily of bitumens which occur in nature. Can also be created by refining petroleum. Used as a roofing sealant or paving surface. |
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Brass Pipe |
Any pipe constructed from any copper alloy containing zinc as its principal alloying element. Often used in plumbing where rust is a factor. (67% to 85% copper, rest zinc; higher copper is better the grade) |
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Butt Hinge |
A door or window hinge consisting of two rectangular metal plates which are joined with a pin, fastened to butting surface such as the face of a jamb or edge of a door. |
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Caulk |
A resilient mastic compound used to seal cracks and fill joints in order to prevent leakage, provide waterproofing, noise mitigation, and thermal insulation. |
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Concrete Masonry Units (CMU) |
A block or brick cast of portland cement and suitable aggregate with or without admixtures; Grade N is suitable for exterior walls, below- or aboveground work; Grade S is limited to above grade, exterior walls with a protective coating. Types are based on moisture content and potential shrinkage. |
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Concrete Pavers |
A solid concrete brick used to create a paved surface. Used with or without grout. Posses low absorpotion and high compressive strength in order to resist freeze/thaw cycles and heavy traffic. |
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Copper Pipe |
A pipe constructed of a lustrous metal that is highly ductile, malleable, and resistant to corrosion; very expensive. Used for supply of hot and cold tap water, refrigerant line in HVAC systems. |
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Filter Fabric |
A geotextile material, designed to allow water to pass through while retaining fine particulate matter. Common uses for silt fences, underground drains, and behind retaining walls. |
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Carriage Bolt Assembly |
Assembly of a nut, bolt, and a washer.
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Cement Nail |
Nail coated with cement to increase its holding power
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Eye Bolt |
A bolt having a head in the form of a loop. Commonly used for hanging applications.
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L-Shaped Bolt Anchor Assembly |
A steel bolt in the shape of an L - usually fixed within a structure at construction with the threaded portion out. Used to secure frameworks, timber, or machinery bases, etc. Can also be used in exterior posts to attache a metal post to a concrete footing.
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Lag Screw / Lag Bolt |
A bolt having a hex head and course pitched thread. Used for connecting wood members where both ends of the bolt are not accessible.
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Lag Bolt and Expansion Sheild |
A lag bolt anchoring device that, when combined, swells as the bolt is tightened through an expandable slot. Used in masonry walls for attaching timber.
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Lag Bolt with Lead Shield |
A lag bolt used in combination with an anchor that has a lead sleeve surrounding it. The sleeve expands as the bolt is tightened.
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Lewis Bolt |
A bolt with a wedge shaped end inserted into a hole then fastened inside by pouring melted lead or concrete into the hole. |
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Machine Bolt |
A threaded bolt having a straight shank and conventional head. Requires the use of a nut and two wrenches.
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