Illumination 400

Today we review the literature informing building construction metalwork; including metalworks research laboratories and fine art studios.  Click in with the login in credentials at the upper right of our home page.

https://standardsmichigan.com/standing-agenda-metalworks/

The oldest door still in use in Pantheon, Rome - Italy.

Cast in bronze for emperor Hadrian's rebuilding, dated about 115 AD.#archaeohistories pic.twitter.com/Pjy4JYwDa2

— ArchaeoHistories (@histories_arch) September 14, 2022

“Own only what you can always carry with you: know languages, know countries, know people.

Let your memory be your travel bag.”

-- Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn (From "The Gulag Archipelago")

Today we explain our collaboration with other education settlements in the US and other nations.  We conform to participation requirements set by ANSI US Technical Advisory Groups to the International Organization for Standardization but we also have liaison with other universities in the European Union who conform to the participation requirements of their own national standards bodies.

Use the login credentials at the upper right of our home page.  Because a great deal of content is copyright protected by the International Electrotechnical Commission, International Organization for Standardization and International Telecommunications Union.

New Modern Methods of Construction Toolkit from the NSAI!

For helpful guides, practical resources and free tools, access NSAI’s #MMC toolkit for the Irish construction industry at https://t.co/X8zPrOoSaw

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https://standardsmichigan.com/international-standards-teleconference-today-11-am-eastern/

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— Massimo (@Rainmaker1973) December 21, 2024

https://standardsmichigan.com/iso-tc-309/

https://standardsmichigan.com/iec-2021/

https://standardsmichigan.com/itu-academia/

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"A machine, to be economical, should be capable of being worked at any time,

day or night, summer and winter, with trifling exception."

-- Thomas Tredgold (1882 "Practical Essay on the Strength of Cast Iron and Other Metals")

Today we scan of redlines of titles open for public consultation in the mechanical engineering domain as it is understood in building construction disciplines.   After architectural elements, mechanical systems in new building construction encompass a variety of components and technologies that are designed to ensure the comfort, safety, and functionality of the building's occupants. These systems are crucial for maintaining indoor environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and air quality. Here are some key mechanical system elements commonly found in new building construction:

1. HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning):
   • Heating: Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, or electric heaters are used to provide warmth in cold seasons.
   • Ventilation: Systems that circulate fresh air, remove indoor pollutants, and regulate humidity.
   • Air Conditioning: Cooling systems, such as central air conditioners or ductless mini-split units, maintain comfortable temperatures during hot weather.
2. Ductwork: A network of ducts and pipes used to distribute heated or cooled air throughout the building. These ducts also serve to facilitate ventilation and air filtration.
3. Plumbing Systems: Water supply and wastewater removal systems, including pipes, fixtures, pumps, and water heaters for hot water supply.
4. Elevators and Escalators: Vertical transportation systems that move people and goods between different floors of the building.
5. Noise Control: Sound insulation and acoustic design are essential for ensuring a comfortable and quiet indoor environment, especially in commercial or multi-family residential buildings.
6. Building Automation and Smart Technologies: Integration of smart devices and sensors for energy management, security, and convenience, including lighting, blinds, and security systems.  These are computer-based systems that monitor and control various building systems, including HVAC, lighting, security, and access control, to optimize energy usage and maintain comfort.
7. Plumbing and Sanitary Systems: Sanitary systems manage wastewater disposal and sewage, while plumbing systems provide clean water for domestic use.
8. Environmental Controls: Systems for managing indoor air quality, including air purification, humidity control, and pollutant filtration.

These mechanical system elements work in conjunction to create a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient building environment. The design and integration of these systems are critical to the overall functionality and sustainability of modern building projects. 

Many of the characteristics listed above are covered in separate colloquia.  Use the login credentials at the upper right of our homepage. 

Related:

https://standardsmichigan.com/mechanical-engineering-monthly/

Status check on open source consensus products -- and practical applications --  evolving around distributed ledger technologies for financing, planning, design, operation & maintenance of the #WiseCampus.

How you know we haven’t had rain for awhile… pic.twitter.com/5zb84HeDUR

— Allison farms (@Allisonfarms) August 5, 2024

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https://standardsmichigan.com/rain-2/

Good-quality cycling infrastructure makes cycling attractive in all weather conditions. The Dutch🇳🇱 aren't made of sugar!

(🎞️ by Carl Sveen—winner of the Most Dutch Picture 2025 of the Summer School Planning the Cycling City) pic.twitter.com/bYUipg5F1W

— Urban Cycling Institute 🚲  (@fietsprofessor) July 13, 2025

There are written fine arts standards that have been developed by various organizations and educational bodies. These standards provide a framework for what students should know and be able to do in the arts at different grade levels. Here are a few examples of fine arts standards:

National Core Arts Standards: The National Core Arts Standards were developed by the National Coalition for Core Arts Standards and outline what students should know and be able to do in dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts at different grade levels.

State Fine Arts Standards: Many states have their own fine arts standards that are aligned with the National Core Arts Standards but may be tailored to reflect the unique needs and priorities of the state; e.g., State of Ohio Fine Art Standards

International Baccalaureate Arts Standards: The International Baccalaureate (IB) program offers arts standards as part of their curriculum framework for the arts. These standards are designed to develop students' creative and critical thinking skills in the arts.

Arts Education Partnership National Standards for Arts Education: The Arts Education Partnership has developed national standards for arts education that cover the four major artistic disciplines: dance, music, theater, and visual arts.

Today at 15:00 UTC we drill into the technical specifics that contribute to the safety and sustainability of spaces used for the teaching, practice and

display of the fine arts.  These occupancies are typically at greater risk than classrooms because they usually contain volatile fluids for artistic painting

or biologic specimen preservation, kilns for pottery, fabrics and related machinery for teaching fashion design and practice.  

Overview of codes and standards relevant to the food service enterprises in K-12 schools, college and university student housing, athletic venues and university-affiliated healthcare systems.

https://standardsmichigan.com/food-standards-monthly/

"All the loudest people know little and all the knowledgeable people are timid,"
G.K. Chesterton (1905, 'On Certain Modern Writers and the Institution of the Family')

Periodic walk-through of Human Resource best practice catalog for labor markets generally; and units within the education facility industry specifically.   We inform our discussion based upon today's release on the Employment Situation Summary from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Recommended Reading:

"The Human Side of Enterprise" 1960 Douglas McGregor

University of Chicago Press: Readings in Managerial Psychology

Rutgers University: Organizational Design and Structure

For an advance agenda send a request to bella@stanardsmichigan.com.   Use the credentials at the upper right of our home page to log in.

Status check on open source consensus products -- and practical applications --  evolving around distributed ledger technologies for financing, planning, design, operation & maintenance of the #WiseCampus.

Status check on open source consensus products -- and practical applications --  evolving around distributed ledger technologies for financing, planning, design, operation & maintenance of the #WiseCampus.