Every locality is prone to disasters, natural or otherwise. Some areas experience periodic flooding. Others are vulnerable to hurricanes or tornados. And some are known to experience earthquakes from time to time. Wise builders nowadays factor the risk of such events into their designs. Local planners and zoning departments also incorporate the known hazards into their regulations and guidelines for new construction. This is known as disaster-resistant, or disaster-resilient construction.
The necessary elements of disaster-resistant construction vary according to location. Here’s an overview of the threats common to specific regions, and how pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) address the risks.
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23 авг 2023
