From f811d9ac9108d9c7361f5dee0be7c25fdd397f6e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Zane Meyers Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:18:59 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] vault backup: 2026-01-12 11:18:59 --- 2025-12-02.md | 2 +- 2025-12-19.md | 2 +- 2026-01-07.md | 6 +++--- 2026-01-08.md | 10 +++++++-- 2026-01-09.md | 3 +-- 2026-01-12.md | 31 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ accubid-setup.md | 4 ++-- assembly-objects.md | 6 +++--- birds.md | 4 ++-- carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff.md | 6 +++--- conductor-sizing.md | 4 ++-- cruel-mother.md | 18 ++++++++-------- decrease-in-sigma.md | 8 +++---- diagrams.md | 2 +- fixture-designations.md | 8 +++---- functional-estimating.md | 26 +++++++++++----------- ibc_s1009.md | 10 ++++----- ifc_s0510.md | 4 ++-- multi-family-dwellings.md | 6 +++--- my-occupation.md | 2 +- nfpa-70_215_feeders.md | 12 +++++------ nfpa-70_220_load-calculations.md | 2 +- nfpa-70_240_overcurrent-protection.md | 2 +- nfpa-70_250_grounding.md | 2 +- nfpa-70_311_mv-conductors.md | 14 ++++++------ nfpa-70_430_motors.md | 2 +- nfpa-70_700_emergency-systems.md | 4 ++-- nfpa-70_725_control-circuits.md | 2 +- pdi-breakdowns.md | 2 +- pdi-labor-plan.md | 6 +++--- pdi-market-types.md | 2 +- pre-takeoff-confirmation.md | 6 +++--- project-setup.md | 4 ++-- pumpkin-coins-estimate.md | 4 ++-- purpose-of-construction-estimating.md | 4 ++-- statistical-significance.md | 10 ++++----- tags.md | 2 +- the-book-of-the-new-sun.md | 2 +- two-way-takeoff.md | 6 +++--- uncommon-syntax.md | 6 +++--- units-takeoff.md | 24 ++++++++++++++++----- wiring-method-selection.md | 8 +++---- 42 files changed, 169 insertions(+), 119 deletions(-) create mode 100644 2026-01-12.md diff --git a/2025-12-02.md b/2025-12-02.md index 963f785..79b4602 100644 --- a/2025-12-02.md +++ b/2025-12-02.md @@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ title: 2025-12-02 ## 2025-12-02 10:40 -#topic/construction/electrical +#topic/construction/electrical > [!cite] [Hysteresis - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hysteresis) > **Hysteresis** is the dependence of the state of a system on its history. diff --git a/2025-12-19.md b/2025-12-19.md index 60240ec..af0a2bc 100644 --- a/2025-12-19.md +++ b/2025-12-19.md @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ tags: ## 2025-12-19 10:44 -#occupational/takeoff +#occupational/takeoff This week (2025w51) William Bonn, as part of [[units-takeoff]] for Howard University East Towers, diff --git a/2026-01-07.md b/2026-01-07.md index ad7cfd5..397e6be 100644 --- a/2026-01-07.md +++ b/2026-01-07.md @@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ tags: > and rightly too we feel how little we matter to them, > the builders of the unimaginable, > the fighters of wars beyond the totality of existence. -> +> > The difficulty lies in learning that we ourselves encompass forces equally great. > We say, "I will," and "I will not," and imagine ourselves > (though we obey the orders of some prosaic person every day) our own masters, @@ -93,7 +93,7 @@ like it was for my mentors and peers at Ace. ## 2026-01-07 12:13 -#occupational #topic/estimating #topic/organization +#occupational #topic/estimating #topic/organization Just now Jorge admonished another peer for using insulated wire for pool bonding, @@ -119,7 +119,7 @@ or to ec ## 2026-01-07 16:03 -#occupational #topic/estimating #topic/organization +#occupational #topic/estimating #topic/organization There is a palpable animosity for [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]] in [[pdi-estimating#Construction Estimating (ConEst)|ConEst]], diff --git a/2026-01-08.md b/2026-01-08.md index 55746f0..03efa20 100644 --- a/2026-01-08.md +++ b/2026-01-08.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- id: aliases: [] -title: "2026-01-08" +title: 2026-01-08 tags: - authorship/original - destiny/permanent @@ -35,7 +35,7 @@ Includes 1 day per week $$ -\text{Average Weeks Per Month} = +\text{Average Weeks Per Month} = $$ > It occurs to me I don't know all the rules of our calendar @@ -46,3 +46,9 @@ $$ $10,000 per [[heavy-equipment#Swing Stage Scaffolding|swing stage]] [[temp-power-takeoff]] + +#### Unit Typicals + +I asked Joel about using unit typicals as described in +[[2025-12-19#2025-12-19 10:44]]. +He stated that would be acceptable. diff --git a/2026-01-09.md b/2026-01-09.md index 3eb9f51..591bd1f 100644 --- a/2026-01-09.md +++ b/2026-01-09.md @@ -104,8 +104,7 @@ Attributed to William of Ockham, 14th-century English philosopher and theologian > _Entia non sunt multiplicanda praeter necessitatem_ > ("Entities must not be multiplied beyond necessity") -> Of two competing theories, -> the simpler explanation of an entity is to be preferred." +> "Of two competing theories, the simpler explanation is to be preferred." > [!quote] [[klugman-et-al_2019_loss-models#4.2 The Role of Parameters]] > The principle of parsimony states that the simplest model diff --git a/2026-01-12.md b/2026-01-12.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b18c24d --- /dev/null +++ b/2026-01-12.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +--- +id: +aliases: [] +title: "2026-01-12" +tags: + - authorship/original + - destiny/permanent + - status/draft + - type/daily +--- +# 2026-01-12 + +## 2026-01-12 10:00 + +### ECH3 Executed Contract Revision WBS + +For Executed Contract Revisions, Bid GP% must be maintained. +In this case a negative variance was added to the buyout budget +in order to compensate for an increase in permit fee coverage. + +## 2026-01-12 10:42 + +### Woodbrook Executed Contract Revision Takeoff Check + +#### Unit Dishwasher/Disposal + +Drawings show 2 separate duplex receptacles for dishwasher and disposal +Takeoff used `DW & DISPOSAL DUAL CIR - ...`, +which includes only one receptacle. + +According to Joel this takeoff is correct for the scenario. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/accubid-setup.md b/accubid-setup.md index 56e228c..056d89d 100644 --- a/accubid-setup.md +++ b/accubid-setup.md @@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ Upload extracted drawings to LiveCount > [!important] > The LiveCount project must be created **before** creating the Accubid job. -* Create a new Accubid job: +* Create a new Accubid job - Path: "\\EgnyteDrive\Shared\Trimble\Accubid\Bid\{Project Name} - ConEst.es16" ### Add Drawings to Accubid Job @@ -71,7 +71,7 @@ Replace the `Area`s with those created in [[project-setup#Setup WBS]] ##### Create Unit Typicals -%% TODO: %% +`Area` Typicals for each unit type with quantities by level. ##### Create Helper Typicals diff --git a/assembly-objects.md b/assembly-objects.md index 9122056..60ddba0 100644 --- a/assembly-objects.md +++ b/assembly-objects.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ title: Assembly Objects public class GangableReceptacle : IGangableDevice, IUtilizationEquipment { public int Gangs { get; } - + ... } @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ public class DeviceBox : IOutletBox { _contents.Add(device); } - + public int GetGangs() { int gangs = 0; @@ -67,7 +67,7 @@ public class DeviceBox : IOutletBox parents: 1 children: 1.. primary-rating: volt-amperes - + - type: generator parents: 0 children: 1.. diff --git a/birds.md b/birds.md index f0df594..c94e4df 100644 --- a/birds.md +++ b/birds.md @@ -58,10 +58,10 @@ title: Birds I've Seen Around Here > [!info] > "Egret" is a common name that just means "small heron", -> +> > * _Aigron_ -> "Heron" > * _Aigrette_ -> "Egret" -> +> > which itself just means "screecher". * [tricolored heron (_E. tricolor_)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tricolored_heron) diff --git a/carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff.md b/carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff.md index 137257a..a224236 100644 --- a/carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff.md +++ b/carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff.md @@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ title: Carbon Monoxide Detection Takeoff > Alarms, detectors, etc. > * `System` = "LV - CO System" -> +> > Takeoff: `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEMS`/`CO DETECTION`/`CO DEVICE - ...` ## Exhaust Fan Connections @@ -24,9 +24,9 @@ title: Carbon Monoxide Detection Takeoff For each controlled exhaust fan VFD... 1. > * `System` = "LV - CO System" - > + > > Takeoff: `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEMS`/`CO DETECTION`/`CO FAN - ...` 2. > * `System` = "LV - CO System" - > + > > Takeoff: `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`MECHANICAL CONNECTIONS (UP TO 100A)`/... diff --git a/conductor-sizing.md b/conductor-sizing.md index 0a49f4a..ffc01a6 100644 --- a/conductor-sizing.md +++ b/conductor-sizing.md @@ -27,11 +27,11 @@ from damage due to excessive heating. > [!danger] > This description is provided _for reference only_. -> +> > Like every NEC "rule" > that isn't preceded by a section reference, > it is _not_ code. -> +> > It is my opinion that this one should never be repeated, > even as shorthand. diff --git a/cruel-mother.md b/cruel-mother.md index e4dd955..d02cde6 100644 --- a/cruel-mother.md +++ b/cruel-mother.md @@ -122,7 +122,7 @@ Down by the greenwood sidey } global = { \time 4/4 \tempo 2 = 120 \key b \major } mel_a = { %\global - + %b4\3 b8\3 b'8\5 b4\3\mf 8 \deadNote b'8\5 % There @@ -142,13 +142,13 @@ mel_b = { %\global b4\3 b8\3 \deadNote b'8\5 % Al- b4\3 b8\3 b'8\5 % -one fis4\4 % and - gis8\4 b'8\5 % a- + gis8\4 b'8\5 % a- cis'4\3 cis'8\3 b'8\5 cis'4\3 % -lone- cis'8\3 b'8\5 % -ly, cis'4\3 cis'8\3 b'8\5 % oh! - + } -mel_c = { +mel_c = { \break cis'4\3 % (breath) b8\3 \deadNote b'8\5 % She @@ -159,7 +159,7 @@ mel_c = { fis8\4 b'8\5 % her fis4\4 fis8\4 b'8\5 % own fis4\4 gis8\4 \deadNote b'8\5 % father's - fis4\4 fis8\4 b'8\5 + fis4\4 fis8\4 b'8\5 fis4\4 fis8\4 b'8\5 % clark } mel_d = { %\global @@ -187,7 +187,7 @@ mel_f = { %\global \break fis'4\1 8 b'8\5 gis'4\1 8 b'8\5 - %gis'8\1( fis'8\1) fis'8\1 b'8\5 + %gis'8\1( fis'8\1) fis'8\1 b'8\5 dis'4\2 cis'8\3 \deadNote b'8\5 b4\3\> b8\3 b'8\5 b4\3\p b8\3 b'8\5 @@ -240,7 +240,7 @@ voc_d = { %\global cis'2( cis'4) % si- cis'4 % -dey, cis'4 % oh! - r4 % (breath) + r4 % (breath) } voc_e = { %\global \break @@ -248,7 +248,7 @@ voc_e = { %\global cis'4 cis'4 b2 - cis'2 + cis'2 cis'1 cis'1 } @@ -282,7 +282,7 @@ lyr_e = \lyricmode { Down by the green -- wood si -- dey. } \mel_e \mel_f } - + \new Staff = "voice" << \new Voice = "vocal" \with {midiInstrument = "choir oohs"} { \global diff --git a/decrease-in-sigma.md b/decrease-in-sigma.md index a5c973e..b017e30 100644 --- a/decrease-in-sigma.md +++ b/decrease-in-sigma.md @@ -33,17 +33,17 @@ tags: legend cell align=left, ytick=\empty, ] - + % Normal PDF: (1/(sigma*sqrt(2*pi))) * exp(-(x-mu)^2/(2*sigma^2)) - + \addplot[thick] { (1/(1.8*sqrt(2*pi))) * exp(-((x-0.8)^2)/(2*1.8^2)) }; \addlegendentry{$\mu=0,\ \sigma=1.8$} - + \addplot[thick, dashed] { (1/(0.8*sqrt(2*pi))) * exp(-((x-0.8)^2)/(2*0.8^2)) }; \addlegendentry{$\mu=0,\ \sigma=0.8$} - + \end{axis} \end{tikzpicture} \end{document} diff --git a/diagrams.md b/diagrams.md index 40d09ef..d3f7c67 100644 --- a/diagrams.md +++ b/diagrams.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ title: Diagrams ```mermaid graph LR -A[README] %% B +A[README] %% B class A internal-link; ``` diff --git a/fixture-designations.md b/fixture-designations.md index e043e25..0a60bc1 100644 --- a/fixture-designations.md +++ b/fixture-designations.md @@ -75,7 +75,7 @@ Use empty designations to separate phases. | Exterior Amenity | 50ft | | Units | 20ft | | Undercabinet Fixtures | 10ft | -| Stairwells | 20ft | +| Stairwells | 20ft | | Kitchen | ? | Reduce as appropriate. @@ -203,7 +203,7 @@ round up to the nearest 5ft ## Guardrail Fixtures -`FIXTURE ACCESSORIES`/`COURTYARDS & LANDSCAPE`/`ALUM BOX W/ FLEX FIX, 3/4" CONDUIT - PVC40 - ...` +`FIXTURE ACCESSORIES`/`COURTYARDS & LANDSCAPE`/`ALUM BOX W/ FLEX FIX, 3/4" CONDUIT - PVC40 - ...` ## Stairwells & Elevators @@ -255,10 +255,10 @@ Add subassemblies for stub-outs, pole, base, and grounding as appropriate. > [!info] Takeoff > 1. `FIXTURE LABOR`/`FIXTURE LABOR 2HR` -> +> > 2. `FESTOON & ROOF ASSEMBLIES`/`FESTOON CABLE HANGER & EYE BOLTS - LENGTH` > * **Length per Unit** = Light string length -> +> > 3. `COURTYARDS & LANDSCAPE`/`ALUM BOX W/ FLEX FIX, 3/4" CONDUIT - PVC40 - ...` > * **Length per Unit** = Distance to panel + 15ft diff --git a/functional-estimating.md b/functional-estimating.md index 69e1e59..316378c 100644 --- a/functional-estimating.md +++ b/functional-estimating.md @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ tags: - topic/estimating - topic/math - type/idea - - authorship/original + - authorship/llm title: Functional Estimating --- # Functional Estimating @@ -113,12 +113,12 @@ price reflects influence of a measurable parameter. ```none f(a_1,...,*,...,a_n) - _ ├ - │ ├ / - █ ├ ______/ - █ ├ __/ - │ ├ _/ - ▔ ├ + _ ├ + │ ├ / + █ ├ ______/ + █ ├ __/ + │ ├ _/ + ▔ ├ └──┴──┴──┴──┴──┴─x_k ``` @@ -136,12 +136,12 @@ We assume that price is subject to some inherent randomness ```none f(a_1,...,*,...,a_n) - ┬ ├ ┬ ┬ - │ ├ ┬ │ █ - █ ├ ┬ █ █ │ - █ ├ ▁ ┿ │ ┴ ┴ - │ ├ ┿ ┴ ┴ - ▔ ├ ▔ + ┬ ├ ┬ ┬ + │ ├ ┬ │ █ + █ ├ ┬ █ █ │ + █ ├ ▁ ┿ │ ┴ ┴ + │ ├ ┿ ┴ ┴ + ▔ ├ ▔ └──┴──┴──┴──┴──┴─x_k ``` diff --git a/ibc_s1009.md b/ibc_s1009.md index eb2fa5b..1ba01d9 100644 --- a/ibc_s1009.md +++ b/ibc_s1009.md @@ -43,22 +43,22 @@ the level of exit discharge. > where the two-way communication system is provided > within areas of refuge in accordance with > [[#1009.6.5 Two-way communication.|Section 1009.6.5.]] -> +> > 2. Two-way communication systems are not required > on floors provided with ramps > conforming to the provisions of Section 1012. -> +> > 3. Two-way communication systems are not required > at the landings serving only service elevators > that are not designated as part of the accessible means of egress > or serve as part of the required accessible route into a facility. -> +> > 4. Two-way communication systems are not required > at the landings serving only freight elevators. -> +> > 5. Two-way communication systems are not required > at the landing serving a private residence elevator. -> +> > 6. Two-way communication systems are not required > in Group I-2 or I-3 facilities. diff --git a/ifc_s0510.md b/ifc_s0510.md index ace2339..e2793aa 100644 --- a/ifc_s0510.md +++ b/ifc_s0510.md @@ -29,10 +29,10 @@ of the existing public safety communication systems. > a wired communication system in accordance with [[ifc_s0907|Section 907.2.13.2]] > shall be permitted to be installed or maintained > instead of an approved radio coverage system. -> +> > 2. Where it is determined by the _fire code official_ > 3. that the radio coverage system is not needed. -> +> > 4. In facilities where emergency responder radio coverage is required > and such systems, components or equipment required > could have a negative impact on the normal operations of that facility, diff --git a/multi-family-dwellings.md b/multi-family-dwellings.md index 0c11ebd..da16a44 100644 --- a/multi-family-dwellings.md +++ b/multi-family-dwellings.md @@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ title: Multifamily Dwellings > This question also applies to student housing and similar occupancies, > sometimes generalized as "hospitality", > but this term is ambiguously understood. -> +> > The question _does not_ apply > to hotels with three or more guestrooms with full kitchens > (often called "suites"). @@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ which has this additional term: > [!cite] IBC Chapter 2: Definitions > ## Sleeping Unit. -> +> > A single unit that provides rooms or spaces for one or more persons, > includes permanent provisions for sleeping > and can include provisions for living, eating @@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ which has this additional term: > As defined in the code, > a “Dwelling unit” must contain permanent facilities > for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation. -> +> > The new style of dormitory in colleges > consists of two, three or four bedrooms > with one or two single occupant bathrooms diff --git a/my-occupation.md b/my-occupation.md index a7d38f7..f0685e8 100644 --- a/my-occupation.md +++ b/my-occupation.md @@ -1,5 +1,5 @@ --- -id: +id: aliases: [] tags: - authorship/original diff --git a/nfpa-70_215_feeders.md b/nfpa-70_215_feeders.md index aa0023f..e316ccd 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_215_feeders.md +++ b/nfpa-70_215_feeders.md @@ -218,19 +218,19 @@ Where a feeder is supplied from a dc system operating at more than 60 volts, eac * (a) Positive Polarity, Sizes 6 AWG or Smaller. Where the positive polarity of a dc system does not serve as the connection for the grounded conductor, each positive ungrounded conductor shall be identified by one of the following means: * (1) A continuous red outer finish - + * (2) A continuous red stripe durably marked along the conductor's entire length on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or black - + * (3) Imprinted plus signs (+) or the word POSITIVE or POS durably marked on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or black, and repeated at intervals not exceeding 610 mm (24 in.) in accordance with 310.8(B) - + * (4) An approved permanent marking means such as sleeving or shrink-tubing that is suitable for the conductor size, at all termination, connection, and splice points, with imprinted plus signs (+) or the word POSITIVE or POS durably marked on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or black * (b) Negative Polarity, Sizes 6 AWG or Smaller. Where the negative polarity of a dc system does not serve as the connection for the grounded conductor, each negative ungrounded conductor shall be identified by one of the following means: * (1) A continuous black outer finish - + * (2) A continuous black stripe durably marked along the conductor's entire length on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or red - + * (3) Imprinted minus signs (--) or the word NEGATIVE or NEG durably marked on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or red, and repeated at intervals not exceeding 610 mm (24 in.) in accordance with 310.8(B) - + * (4) An approved permanent marking means such as sleeving or shrink-tubing that is suitable for the conductor size, at all termination, connection, and splice points, with imprinted minus signs (--) or the word NEGATIVE or NEG durably marked on insulation of a color other than green, white, gray, or red diff --git a/nfpa-70_220_load-calculations.md b/nfpa-70_220_load-calculations.md index 499371e..52e3502 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_220_load-calculations.md +++ b/nfpa-70_220_load-calculations.md @@ -647,7 +647,7 @@ House loads shall be calculated in accordance with Part III of this article and | 6--7 | 44 | | 8--10 | 43 | | 11 | 42 | -| 12--13 | 41 | +| 12--13 | 41 | | 14--15 | 40 | | 16--17 | 39 | | 18--20 | 38 | diff --git a/nfpa-70_240_overcurrent-protection.md b/nfpa-70_240_overcurrent-protection.md index da4cb4f..feb84b3 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_240_overcurrent-protection.md +++ b/nfpa-70_240_overcurrent-protection.md @@ -254,7 +254,7 @@ Table 240.4(G) Specific Conductor Applications | --------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | | Air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment circuit conductors | 440, Parts III, VI | | | Capacitor circuit conductors | 460 | 460.8(B) and 460.25 | -| Control and instrumentation circuit conductors (Type ITC) | 727 | 727.9 | +| Control and instrumentation circuit conductors (Type ITC) | 727 | 727.9 | | Electric welder circuit conductors | 630 | 630.12 and 630.32 | | Fire alarm system circuit conductors | 760 | 760.43, 760.45, 760.121, and Chapter 9, Tables 12(A) and 12(B) | | Motor-operated appliance circuit conductors | 422, Part II | | diff --git a/nfpa-70_250_grounding.md b/nfpa-70_250_grounding.md index aa9cdf9..7df5b39 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_250_grounding.md +++ b/nfpa-70_250_grounding.md @@ -1189,7 +1189,7 @@ Except as permitted by 250.112(I), metal enclosures and raceways for other than > Metal components shall not be required to be connected to the equipment grounding conductor or supply-side bonding jumper where either of the following conditions exist: > > * (1) The metal components are installed in a run of nonmetallic raceway(s) and isolated from possible contact by a minimum cover of 450 mm (18 in.) to any part of the metal components. -> +> > * (2) The metal components are part of an installation of nonmetallic raceway(s) and are isolated from possible contact to any part of the metal components by being encased in not less than 50 mm (2 in.) of concrete. ## Part V. Bonding diff --git a/nfpa-70_311_mv-conductors.md b/nfpa-70_311_mv-conductors.md index bfa8e9e..96c1996 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_311_mv-conductors.md +++ b/nfpa-70_311_mv-conductors.md @@ -406,22 +406,22 @@ Nonshielded, ozone-resistant insulated conductors with a maximum phase-to-phase > [!important] Exception No. 1: > Nonshielded insulated conductors listed by a qualified testing laboratory shall be permitted for use up to 2400 volts under the following conditions: -> +> > * (1) Conductors shall have insulation resistant to electric discharge and surface tracking, or the insulated conductor(s) shall be covered with a material resistant to ozone, electric discharge, and surface tracking. -> +> > * (2) Where used in wet locations, the insulated conductor(s) shall have an overall nonmetallic jacket or a continuous metallic sheath. -> +> > * (3) Insulation and jacket thicknesses shall be in accordance with Table 311.10(B). > [!important] Exception No. 2: > Nonshielded insulated conductors listed by a qualified testing laboratory shall be permitted for use up to 5000 volts to replace existing nonshielded conductors, on existing equipment in industrial establishments only, under the following conditions: -> +> > * (1) Where the condition of maintenance and supervision ensures that only qualified personnel install and service the installation. -> +> > * (2) Conductors shall have insulation resistant to electric discharge and surface tracking, or the insulated conductor(s) shall be covered with a material resistant to ozone, electric discharge, and surface tracking. -> +> > * (3) Where used in wet locations, the insulated conductor(s) shall have an overall nonmetallic jacket or a continuous metallic sheath. -> +> > * (4) Insulation and jacket thicknesses shall be in accordance with Table 311.10(B). > [!info] Informational Note: diff --git a/nfpa-70_430_motors.md b/nfpa-70_430_motors.md index f3beaef..913d8f4 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_430_motors.md +++ b/nfpa-70_430_motors.md @@ -392,7 +392,7 @@ Where these terminal housings enclose rigidly mounted motor terminals, the termi | Power-Supply Conductor Size (AWG) | Minimum Usable Volume per Power-Supply Conductor | | --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | 14 | 16 cm3 (1 in.3 | -| 12 and 10 | 20 cm3 (1 1⁄4 in.3 | +| 12 and 10 | 20 cm3 (1 1⁄4 in.3 | | 8 and 6 | 37 cm3 (2 1⁄4 in.3 | #### 430.12(D) Large Wire or Factory Connections. diff --git a/nfpa-70_700_emergency-systems.md b/nfpa-70_700_emergency-systems.md index ba6d020..57c24c9 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_700_emergency-systems.md +++ b/nfpa-70_700_emergency-systems.md @@ -129,9 +129,9 @@ If the emergency system relies on a single alternate source of power, which will Informational Note: There are many possible methods to achieve the requirements of 700.3(F). See Informational Note Figure 700.3(F) for one example. - + > [!info] Informational Note Figure 700.3(F) - + Exception: The permanent switching means to connect a portable or temporary alternate source of power, for the duration of the maintenance or repair, shall not be required where any of the following conditions exists: diff --git a/nfpa-70_725_control-circuits.md b/nfpa-70_725_control-circuits.md index 6ebb22f..cfe824d 100644 --- a/nfpa-70_725_control-circuits.md +++ b/nfpa-70_725_control-circuits.md @@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ Class 2 and Class 3 circuit conductors in compartments, enclosures, device boxes 2. The circuit conductors operate at 150 volts or less to ground and also comply with one of the following: * a. The Class 2 and Class 3 circuits are installed using Type CL3, CL3R, or CL3P or permitted substitute cables, provided these Class 3 cable conductors extending beyond the jacket are separated by a minimum of 6 mm (0.25 in.) or by a nonconductive sleeve or nonconductive barrier from all other conductors. - + * b. The Class 2 and Class 3 circuit conductors are installed as a Class 1 circuit in accordance with 725.41. #### 725.136(E) Enclosures with Single Opening. diff --git a/pdi-breakdowns.md b/pdi-breakdowns.md index c663555..3b618cf 100644 --- a/pdi-breakdowns.md +++ b/pdi-breakdowns.md @@ -67,7 +67,7 @@ High-finish, customer-facing spaces > [!important] "Amenity" > The most prominent examples of this `Area` > are lobbies and guest/resident amenities, -> lead me to believe that +> lead me to believe that Typical examples include: diff --git a/pdi-labor-plan.md b/pdi-labor-plan.md index 29daed6..15ce506 100644 --- a/pdi-labor-plan.md +++ b/pdi-labor-plan.md @@ -50,13 +50,13 @@ title: PDI Labor Plan * For the floor counts, if there are multiple buildings, add their total level count together * 2 buildings that each have 10 floors, input 20 for "number of floors - building - + * Add any useful description to the naming * Can change "Other" to something more prevalent on the project - + * "pour section rate" refers to the size of each slab that will be poured * sometimes will be shown on the structural plans - + * "Number of days per..." equals "Pour Section Qty" times 4 or 5 11. Check that everything is sorted into correct `Phase` and `Area` (Extension: "Phase - Area") diff --git a/pdi-market-types.md b/pdi-market-types.md index c801f45..f3dbd22 100644 --- a/pdi-market-types.md +++ b/pdi-market-types.md @@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ Multi-conductor homeruns as applicable. | Voltage | Fixtures Per Circuit | | ------- | -------------------- | -| 120V | 15 | +| 120V | 15 | | 277V | 30 | ### Deep Boxes diff --git a/pre-takeoff-confirmation.md b/pre-takeoff-confirmation.md index b14fa86..d0a0c11 100644 --- a/pre-takeoff-confirmation.md +++ b/pre-takeoff-confirmation.md @@ -40,10 +40,10 @@ and the scope included in the bid team's proposed price. > Feeders: > * Size per Schedule on drawings (AL +100 A). > * PVC UG, EMT OH. -> -> Subfeeds: +> +> Subfeeds: > * MC for metal stud units, SER all other units -> +> > Voltage Drop: As shown for subfeeds, 2% Feeders > > Units: diff --git a/project-setup.md b/project-setup.md index a90c7b8..90db55c 100644 --- a/project-setup.md +++ b/project-setup.md @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ title: Project Setup ## Create ConEst Project Folder ```pwsh -# Copy template folder to +# Copy template folder to Set-Location "\\EgnyteDrive\Shared\Estimating\7 ConEst Team\Projects\ConEst 2025\" Copy-Item ".\z.Template Folder\" ".\$region\$projectName - $state, $buildingType" @@ -60,7 +60,7 @@ The Unit Matrix shows quantities for each typical > [!important] > If matrices are provided in both Electrical and Architectural sets, > they almost certainly disagree. -> Discrepancies must be resolved before continuing. +> Discrepancies must be resolved before continuing. There is no standard format for these matrices. diff --git a/pumpkin-coins-estimate.md b/pumpkin-coins-estimate.md index ca7389b..c96986b 100644 --- a/pumpkin-coins-estimate.md +++ b/pumpkin-coins-estimate.md @@ -19,9 +19,9 @@ title: Pumpkin Coins Estimate > Think you've got what it takes to guess the total value inside? > > 💰 Guess the Dollar Value in the Pumpkin -> +> > ... -> +> > 🕒 All votes due by 3:00 PM on Wednesday, 10/29 > > Bring your best guess---the closest estimate wins big! diff --git a/purpose-of-construction-estimating.md b/purpose-of-construction-estimating.md index 7011f42..6ef6da3 100644 --- a/purpose-of-construction-estimating.md +++ b/purpose-of-construction-estimating.md @@ -32,9 +32,9 @@ Construction contract bids are inherently risky. Executives want to bid because construction can be profitable. Executives hire estimators to mitigate risk of loss. -An estimator's value is determined by their +An estimator's value is determined by their -An estimator's job is to mitigate +An estimator's job is to mitigate Estimators downplay estimate risk in order to receive approval to bid diff --git a/statistical-significance.md b/statistical-significance.md index 85360ac..eb5dd7c 100644 --- a/statistical-significance.md +++ b/statistical-significance.md @@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ title: Statistical Significance > a result has statistical significance > when a result at least as "extreme" > would be very infrequent if the null hypothesis were true. -> +> > More precisely, > a study's defined **significance level**, denoted by $\alpha$, > is the probability of the study rejecting the null hypothesis, @@ -26,21 +26,21 @@ title: Statistical Significance > given that the null hypothesis is true. > The result is said to be statistically significant, > by the standards of the study, when $p \leq \alpha$ -> +> > The significance level for a study > is chosen before data collection, > and is typically set to 5% or much lower--- > depending on the field of study. -> +> > The [**null hypothesis**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Null_hypothesis) > (often denoted $H_{0}$) > is the claim that the effect being studied does not exist, > or that no relationship exists > between two sets of data or variables being analyzed. -> +> > If the null hypothesis is true, > any experimentally observed effect is due to chance alone. -> +> > In research, > the researcher develops an [**alternative hypothesis**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alternative_hypothesis) > (often denoted $H_{A}$ or $H_{1}$) diff --git a/tags.md b/tags.md index e9606b8..14eca1c 100644 --- a/tags.md +++ b/tags.md @@ -181,7 +181,7 @@ They are always? of [[tags#authorship/original]]. %% TODO %% -### #type/minutes +### #type/minutes > [!info] > I'm unsatisfied with the name of this tag. diff --git a/the-book-of-the-new-sun.md b/the-book-of-the-new-sun.md index 0b4862c..1e72fb3 100644 --- a/the-book-of-the-new-sun.md +++ b/the-book-of-the-new-sun.md @@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ which consists of > 1. _The Book of the New Sun_ > 2. _The Book of the Long Sun_ > 3. _The Book of the Short Sun_ -> +> > I have not yet read the latter two series. ## Characters diff --git a/two-way-takeoff.md b/two-way-takeoff.md index ad21c95..8442812 100644 --- a/two-way-takeoff.md +++ b/two-way-takeoff.md @@ -36,11 +36,11 @@ require communication systems per 1. * `Area` = Same as Fire Command Room `FIRE ALARM & DAS SYSTEMS`/`TWO WAY COMMUNICATION ASSEMBLIES`/`2-WAY COMMUNICATION = 1" CONDUIT ...` - + **Length** = Per drawings if shown, otherwise use longer of * FCR to elevator lobbies * FCR to stairwells - + **Count** = Count of elevator lobbies or stairwells (match length) ## Vertical @@ -48,7 +48,7 @@ require communication systems per 1. * `Area` = "Typical - Building All Levels" `FIRE ALARM & DAS SYSTEMS`/`TWO WAY COMMUNICATION ASSEMBLIES`/`2-WAY COMMUNICATION = 1" CONDUIT ...` - + * **Length** = 15ft * Count * **Count** = match Horizontal diff --git a/uncommon-syntax.md b/uncommon-syntax.md index 592cf1a..1698807 100644 --- a/uncommon-syntax.md +++ b/uncommon-syntax.md @@ -36,10 +36,10 @@ tags: > [!cite] [Compound point - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compound_point) > * **;---** --- Semicolon dash. > A more emphatic or longer semicolon. -> +> > * **.---** --- Stop dash. > A full stop that emphasizes the sentence it starts. -> +> > * **,---** --- Comma dash. > A mark used in various ways: > to mark parentheticals @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ tags: > as a more emphatic comma; > or for separating several clauses with a common dependence > from the clause on which they depend. -> +> > * **:---** --- Colon dash. > A mark that indicates a list, the contents of which start on the next line; or as a more emphatic colon. diff --git a/units-takeoff.md b/units-takeoff.md index 651f004..0145d2e 100644 --- a/units-takeoff.md +++ b/units-takeoff.md @@ -1,16 +1,19 @@ --- id: aliases: [] +title: Unit Takeoff tags: - authorship/original - destiny/permanent - occupational/takeoff - status/draft - type/guide -title: Unit Takeoff --- # Unit Takeoff +[[project-setup#Create Unit Matrix|Create Unit Matrix]] +[[accubid-setup#Create Unit Typicals|Create Unit Typicals]] + > [!important] > Complete [[pre-takeoff-research]], > including [[wiring-method-selection]] and [[wiring-device-research]], @@ -60,15 +63,15 @@ Used in lieu of individual split systems. ## Dedicated Circuit Receptacles > [!quote] Joel Jansen 2025-11-11, pp. -> +> > For N5-15R/N5-20R receptacles serving fixed equipment such as: -> +> > * refrigerators > * gas ranges > * microwaves > * clothes washers > * hood fans -> +> > match the receptacle configuration shown on the plans > (i.e. simplex to simplex, duplex to duplex). @@ -82,9 +85,18 @@ Used in lieu of individual split systems. `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`UNITS - MC CABLE ASSEMBLIES`/`GENERAL ASSEMBLIES - METAL STUD`/`UNIT MISC ITEMS - MC - ADJUST ACCORDINGLY` +## Dishwasher/Disposal Receptacles + +> [!quote] Joel Jansen 2026-01-12 in Reference to Woodbrook (pp.)[^1] +> Even when drawings show 2 separate duplex receptacles, +> use `DW & DISPOSAL DUAL CIR - ...`, +> which includes only one receptacle. + +[^1]: [[2026-01-12#Unit Diskwasher/Disposal]] + ## Islands -Use 1 "SLAB / DECK" receptacle for every 2 circuits in the island. +Use 1 `SLAB / DECK` receptacle for every 2 circuits in the island. `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`UNITS - MC CABLE ASSEMBLIES`/`... RECEPTACLE TAMPER RESISTANT ...`/`... (METAL STUD) - 20' 3/4" PVC, ENT, 3#12 THHN` @@ -109,6 +121,7 @@ from credenza location to behind television location. ### Residential Included in MSDE. + ### Key `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`TELECOM SYSTEMS`/`BOH AMENITY ASSEMBLIES`/... @@ -120,6 +133,7 @@ Adjust cable length as needed. ### Residential * `System` = "EL - Electrical" + #### Smoke Detectors & CO Detectors For smoke detectors and CO detectors where 120V (most common): diff --git a/wiring-method-selection.md b/wiring-method-selection.md index 333c1b0..c3ecd68 100644 --- a/wiring-method-selection.md +++ b/wiring-method-selection.md @@ -26,13 +26,13 @@ for a [[ibc-construction-types#5-Over-1 Construction|podium]] construction. > Outdoors: > * Above-ground: EMT-Comp > * Underground: PVC w/ Rigid Elbows -> +> > Levels 1-2 (Type IA): > * Concealed: MC > * Exposed to Structure: > * Up to 2"C: PVC In-Slab > * 2-1/2"C and larger: EMT-SS OH -> +> > Levels 3-5 (Type IIIA): > * Concealed: NM/SER > * Exposed to Structure: PVC OH @@ -188,9 +188,9 @@ Not usually permissible, except in Florida. > * 26XXXX - Raceway And Boxes For Electrical Systems > * 26XXXX - Conduits For Electrical Systems > * 26XXXX - Underground Ducts And Raceways For Electrical Systems -> +> > * 26XXXX - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors And Cables -> +> > * 26XXXX - General Requirements For Electrical > * 26XXXX - Common Work Results For Electrical