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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum thickness of the concrete in flat insulating concrete form walls not in contact with the ground?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum thickness of the concrete in flat insulating concrete form walls not in contact with the ground?
In above-grade flat insulating concrete form walls, where should the horizontal reinforcement be placed?
In above-grade flat insulating concrete form walls, where should the horizontal reinforcement be placed?
What is the spacing requirement for vertical reinforcement in above-grade flat insulating concrete form walls?
What is the spacing requirement for vertical reinforcement in above-grade flat insulating concrete form walls?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how far should vertical reinforcement be placed from each side of an opening in non-loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how far should vertical reinforcement be placed from each side of an opening in non-loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls?
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What is the maximum width of openings in non-loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls that require reinforcement at the top and bottom with one 10M bar?
What is the maximum width of openings in non-loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls that require reinforcement at the top and bottom with one 10M bar?
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In loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls, what is the requirement for lintels over openings wider than 900 mm?
In loadbearing flat insulating concrete form walls, what is the requirement for lintels over openings wider than 900 mm?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada, what is the required clearance between masonry or concrete chimneys and combustible framing for interior chimneys?
According to the National Building Code of Canada, what is the required clearance between masonry or concrete chimneys and combustible framing for interior chimneys?
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What is the minimum wall thickness required for the walls of a masonry chimney?
What is the minimum wall thickness required for the walls of a masonry chimney?
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Which of the following materials can be used for the waterproof cap of a chimney?
Which of the following materials can be used for the waterproof cap of a chimney?
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What is the minimum separation required between flue liners in the same chimney?
What is the minimum separation required between flue liners in the same chimney?
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What is the maximum height a chimney can extend above a roof or masonry wall?
What is the maximum height a chimney can extend above a roof or masonry wall?
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What is the required clearance between a cleanout opening and combustible material?
What is the required clearance between a cleanout opening and combustible material?
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Which of the following materials is NOT recommended for chimney lining?
Which of the following materials is NOT recommended for chimney lining?
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What is the minimum width of an oval chimney flue compared to its breadth?
What is the minimum width of an oval chimney flue compared to its breadth?
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What is the minimum thickness required for clay liners used in chimneys?
What is the minimum thickness required for clay liners used in chimneys?
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What is the recommended thickness for metal liners used in chimneys serving gas- or oil-burning appliances?
What is the recommended thickness for metal liners used in chimneys serving gas- or oil-burning appliances?
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What is the minimum distance that a chimney flue should extend above the highest point at which the chimney comes in contact with the roof?
What is the minimum distance that a chimney flue should extend above the highest point at which the chimney comes in contact with the roof?
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What type of mortar is recommended for laying chimney liners used in chimneys for solid-fuel-burning appliances?
What type of mortar is recommended for laying chimney liners used in chimneys for solid-fuel-burning appliances?
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Which type of chimneys does Section 9.21 apply to?
Which type of chimneys does Section 9.21 apply to?
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According to Section 9.21.1.2, how should the walls of a chimney or flue pipe be constructed?
According to Section 9.21.1.2, how should the walls of a chimney or flue pipe be constructed?
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According to Section 9.21.2.1, what limitation is placed on a chimney flue that serves a fireplace or incinerator?
According to Section 9.21.2.1, what limitation is placed on a chimney flue that serves a fireplace or incinerator?
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According to Section 9.21.2.2, where should two or more fuel-burning appliances connected to the same chimney flue be located?
According to Section 9.21.2.2, where should two or more fuel-burning appliances connected to the same chimney flue be located?
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According to Section 9.21.2.3, what is the maximum incline allowed for chimney flues?
According to Section 9.21.2.3, what is the maximum incline allowed for chimney flues?
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According to Section 9.21.2.4, what is the size requirement for a chimney flue serving only one appliance?
According to Section 9.21.2.4, what is the size requirement for a chimney flue serving only one appliance?
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How much total cross-sectional area of steel reinforcement is required for masonry walls?
How much total cross-sectional area of steel reinforcement is required for masonry walls?
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What standard should be followed for the installation of reinforcement for masonry?
What standard should be followed for the installation of reinforcement for masonry?
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What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for wire ties and continuous reinforcing connectors?
What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for wire ties and continuous reinforcing connectors?
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What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for hardware and bolts connectors?
What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for hardware and bolts connectors?
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What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for strip, plate, bars, and rolled sections connectors?
What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for strip, plate, bars, and rolled sections connectors?
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What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for sheet connectors?
What is the minimum galvanizing coating class or thickness for sheet connectors?
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