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New Codes & Standards on MADCAD! 2024-11-26
Here is a quick summary of new codes & standards that are available on MADCAD 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) Code and Commentary 2025 NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems 2024 ACI-TMS CODE-122.3-24: Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry for Use in Determining Energy Code Compliance Except for Low-Rise Residential Buildings-Code Requirements and Commentary 2024 ASCE/EWRI Standard 78-24: Guidelines for the Physical Security of Water and Wastewater/Stormwater Utilities 2024 ASHRAE Handbook - HVAC Systems and Equipment (I-P) 2024 BICSI Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM), 15th Edition ANSI/BOMA Z65.1-2024: BOMA 2024 For Office Buildings: Standard Methods of Measurement 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code If you like to add any of these collections to your existing account or have other requests, please contact us at support@madcad.com or call us at 202-265-1940 ext.207. 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