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FAQ I’m a contractor looking to purchase a fence / gate or similar plan. What do I do?

Engineering Express allows homeowners & contractors to purchase pre-engineered master plans from our Online Plan Store for a number of building component categories. These plans are sold as-is without refund. If changes to master plans or custom design work needs to be performed, contractor must be pre-approved to work with us through our ExpressPass application …

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FAQ I’m a homeowner looking for a fence & gate (or similar) plan for permit. What do I do?

Engineering Express allows homeowners & contractors to purchase pre-engineered master plans from our Online Plan Store for a number of building component categories. These plans are sold as-is without refund. Engineering Express does not engage in customizations for pre-engineered plans with homeowners.  If changes to master plans or custom design work needs to be performed, …

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Instructions for proper use of rooftop equipment wind pressure calculator

HELP PAGE For the Engineering Express® Rooftop Equipment Wind Pressure Calculator Note: See Limitations & Conditions of Use at the end of this article. Quick Links Access The Calculator View The Glossary Learn Even More   Calculator Inputs 1) Ultimate Wind Velocity (Vult): This is the peak 3-second Ultimate gust wind speed. Consult your building …

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FAQ: What do I do if a TER or Generic Performance Evaluation isn’t approved for a permit?

Why Your TER Might Get Rejected — and How to Fix It Sometimes, municipalities or contract documents require more information than just submitting a TER (Technical Evaluation Report).   Here is a summary of Typical reasons why TER’s aren’t approved. 1. The TER doesn’t include certification that the product meets the specific conditions of the job. …

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