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  In addition to construction, there is also maintenance and repair tasks when it comes to buildings. Contractors choose scaffolding systems depending on the type of work they have at hand – this article explores the options on offer. Steel Scaffolding Steel scaffolding is made up of steel tubes which makes it quite a robust scaffolding system. Such a scaffold can be used for work on a building’s exterior. It can reach great heights without affecting the safety of the scaffold, and it can also withstand harsh weather conditions. It can carry heavy loads therefore increasing efficiency and saving time. Suspended Scaffolding As the name suggests, suspended scaffolding refers to a scaffold system that hangs from the ceiling of a building. These scaffolds are normally used for interior projects, such as painting, electrical work, repairs, etc. They can reach great heights and complete the work by employing a quick and efficient scaffold that is easily adjusted according to the situation. M

Grades of plywood Grading plywood is as easy as A, B, C ...... and D and X. Plywood has two surface finishes, so if you see a sheet rated "AB", it is A on one side and B on the other. A: This is the highest quality plywood, with a smooth surface and no knots or repairs. B: This grade is basically free of knots, but some tightness (under 1 inch) is acceptable. C: Grade C plywood may include knots up to 1.5 inches long and knot holes up to 1 inch. D: The lowest grades may have knots and knot holes up to 2.5 inches. Generally, Grade D plywood does not have any defects repaired. X: X is used to indicate exterior plywood. A CDX grade means that one veneer of plywood is grade C and the other is grade D, designed for outdoor use.   There are several different types of ash plywood   to choose from. The best type depends on the desired use. You may want to choose unidirectional ash plywood for drawer bottoms, and decorative finish ash plywood for projects where appearance is important

USB data transfer cables are a great way to transfer data from an old computer to a new one. Many vendors are producing USB cables  that allow you to simply connect two computers through a USB port instead of a traditional wireless, Ethernet, or other Internet-based connection. Newer operating systems also include software that recognizes the transfer cable and makes moving files easy.   For new users, this simple guide will walk you through the steps on how to successfully transfer data using a USB data transfer cable.   USB data transfer cables to transfer data have come a long way since the early days of computing. Imagine trying to convert an album on a punch card. No? Well, let's leave it in the past.   In modern times, we use data transfer cables to make moving and copying files a breeze. The leading cable type is the USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable. Other cables exist in a variety of formats and have their own history.   Transferring data is about speed and reliability. Thi