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Holiday Inn – Newark, NJ

Holiday Inn – Newark, NJ

Icarus Group Ironwork February 22, 2011 16

I am excited, today we started cutting up materials and rolling (arching) the steel for the roof of the new security booth we are fabricating. This is just a small portion of the work.

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Nothing ever goes as planned!

Icarus Group Ironwork February 15, 2011 8

So today its freezing, lots of rain (in the form of ice) but lucky for us we are working inside. Finally ready to put the finishing touches on a front entrance ornamental metal door.

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How to hire a fencing, railing, or gate contractor.

How to hire a fencing, railing, or gate contractor.

Icarus Group Ironwork February 15, 2011 2

There are some basic things everyone should take into consideration when hiring an ornamental Ironworks contractor. Company should be licensed (H.I.C.- Home Improvement Contractors license) In our case we are. In NYC the licensing

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Why do we need railings? And what materials can our handrail be made out of?

Why do we need railings? And what materials can our handrail be made out of?

Icarus Group Ironwork February 15, 2011 3

Railing and handrailing are an essential part of any home or business with stairs. Most local codes require you to have railing installed if you have a certain amount of stairs or any open

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Rolling gates, who installs them? Why do we need them?

Icarus Group Ironwork February 15, 2011 1

Rolling gates are commonly used for commercial establishments for protection. In the morning the manager/owner usually comes and has to open that gate before gaining access to the establishment. They come in different fire

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Ornamental gates, metal, stainless steel and aluminum gates.

Ornamental gates, metal, stainless steel and aluminum gates.

Icarus Group Ironwork February 15, 2011 18

There are many types of gates. Some slide, some fold, some are for people to walk thru, others are for driveways. Gates offer a sense of security, a boundary between your private property and

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