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Drone infrared inspection is a new method that allows for the inspection of the deterioration of buildings using drones and infrared cameras, enabling inspections to be conducted quickly, safely, and at a low cost. Employees at Drone Frontier include many pilots with over 1,000 flight hours, and those holding the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved in the operations. Additionally, staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation include holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is provided by skilled professionals. [Introducing the contents of Building Inspection/Survey Case Collection Vol. 4] ◆ By conducting drone inspections instead of setting up scaffolding, significant cost savings were achieved. ◆ For school inspections, surveys were conducted in one day during the summer break when there were fewer students. ◆ Requests for inspections of wall surfaces where scaffolding is difficult to set up were carried out at a low cost. ◆ Requests from distant locations (Fukuoka) showed greater cost benefits compared to setting up scaffolding. *Please download and view the case collection data from "PDF Download."

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Drone infrared inspection is a new method that allows for the inspection of the deterioration of buildings using drones and infrared cameras, enabling inspections to be conducted quickly, safely, and at a low cost. At Drone Frontier, many employees are pilots with over 1,000 flight hours, and those with national qualifications as "Unmanned Aircraft Pilots" are involved in the operations. Additionally, staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation include holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is provided by skilled personnel. [Introduction to the contents of Building Inspection/Inspection Case Collection Vol. 3] ◆ Inspections conducted upon direct requests from management associations ◆ Inspections conducted at the request of accommodation facilities ◆ Legal inspection surveys conducted for government bidding projects ◆ Inspections of office district buildings *Please download the data from the "PDF Download" to view the case collection.

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Drone infrared inspection is a new method that allows for the inspection of the deterioration of buildings using drones and infrared cameras, enabling inspections to be conducted quickly, safely, and at a low cost. At Drone Frontier, many employees are pilots with over 1,000 flight hours, including those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot." Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is present in the operations. Here are some examples from the "Building Inspection/Survey Case Collection Vol. 2": ◆ Conducted regular inspections of specific buildings in commercial facilities, minimizing the impact on operations. ◆ Conducted inspections for large properties exceeding 6,000 m² under Article 12. ◆ Collaborated with other companies for inspections due to the characteristics of the project. ◆ Urgent inspections due to the peeling of exterior wall tiles. *Please download the data from the "PDF Download" to view the case collection.

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Our company, which conducts inspections of buildings using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 flight hours. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are in charge. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only do they have flight experience, but they are also skilled in the details of the work. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Survey Purpose: Article 12 Inspection (Regular Inspection of Specific Buildings) - Survey Area: Approximately 1,100 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone - On-site Survey Duration: 1 day - Survey Cost: Approximately 500,000 yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the tasks is present in our operations. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Survey Purpose: Article 12 Inspection (Regular Inspection of Specific Buildings) - Survey Area: Approximately 4,500 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone - On-site Survey Duration: 1 day - Survey Cost: Approximately 1.4 million yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts inspections of buildings using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is handled by skilled professionals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Article 12 Inspection (Regular Inspection of Specific Buildings) - Survey Area: Approximately 700 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone - On-site Survey Duration: 1 day - Survey Cost: Approximately 400,000 yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved in the work. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the tasks is present in the operations. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Article 12 Inspection (Regular Inspection of Specific Buildings) - Survey Area: Approximately 5,000 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone + Rope Access Testing - On-site Survey Duration: 1 day - Survey Cost: Approximately 1.9 million yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company conducts "drone infrared inspections" using drones and infrared cameras to quickly, safely, and cost-effectively assess the deterioration of buildings. We have inspection records for various structures, including condominiums, office buildings, factories, and bridges. Currently, we are offering a collection of four case studies on drone infrared inspections. 【Building Inspection Case Study Collection (Excerpt of Contents)】 ■ Case Study 1 - Exterior wall tiles have fallen off. Responded quickly to an urgent inspection request. - Conducted an inspection to prioritize repairs before building maintenance. ■ Case Study 2 - Conducted a regular inspection of a large property exceeding 6,000 m2. - Collaborated with other companies to conduct inspections tailored to the characteristics of the project. ■ Case Study 3 - Detected lifting and chipping of exterior wall tiles in a lodging facility. - Conducted a statutory inspection for a public agency bidding project. ■ Case Study 4 - Inspected a school. Completed the inspection in one day during a period with few students on summer break. - Conducted inspections on walls where scaffolding was difficult by using a combination of drones and ropes. *Please download the data of the case study collection from "PDF Download" to view it.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are responsible for the tasks. Additionally, the staff involved in infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is possessed by skilled personnel. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 ■ Purpose of Survey: Emergency Investigation ■ Survey Area: Approximately 1450m² ■ Inspection Method: Drone and Rope Access ■ On-site Survey Days: 5 days ■ Survey Cost: Approximately 750,000 yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation include holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is handled by skilled professionals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 ■ Survey Purpose: Pre-repair large-scale inspection ■ Survey Area: Approximately 4,000 m² ■ Inspection Method: Drone ■ On-site Survey Days: 2 days ■ Survey Cost: Approximately 1.2 million yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are responsible for the tasks. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is possessed by skilled individuals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 ■ Survey Purpose: Article 12 Inspection (Regular Inspection of Specific Buildings) ■ Survey Area: Approximately 6,000 m² ■ Inspection Method: Drone ■ On-site Survey Duration: 1 day ■ Survey Cost: Approximately 1.6 million yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts inspections of buildings using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved in the work. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the tasks is possessed by skilled individuals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 ■ Survey Purpose: Article 12 Inspection (Periodic Inspection of Specific Buildings) ■ Survey Area: Approximately 730 m² ■ Inspection Method: Drone ■ On-site Survey Duration: 1 day ■ Survey Cost: Approximately 400,000 yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved in the work. Additionally, staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report preparation include holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is provided by skilled professionals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Article 12 Inspection - Survey Area: Approximately 1,700 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone and Rope Access - On-site Survey Days: 3 days - Survey Cost: Approximately 950,000 yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is provided by skilled professionals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Article 12 Inspection - Survey Area: Approximately 950 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone and Rope Access - On-site Survey Days: 3 days - Survey Cost: Approximately 600,000 yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is provided by skilled individuals. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Pre-repair Inspection - Survey Area: Approximately 3,500 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone - On-site Survey Duration: 2 days - Survey Cost: Approximately 1.4 million yen *You can view our case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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Drone infrared inspection is a new method that allows for the inspection of the deterioration of buildings quickly, safely, and at a low cost by using drones and infrared cameras. Many employees at Drone Frontier are pilots with over 1,000 flight hours, and those with national qualifications as "Unmanned Aircraft Pilots" are involved in the operations. Additionally, staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation include holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also detailed knowledge of the work is present in the operations. Here are some examples from the "Building Inspection/Survey Case Collection Vol. 1": ◆ Exterior wall tiles have fallen off. Responded quickly to an urgent inspection request. ◆ Conducted an inspection to prioritize repairs before building renovations. ◆ Conducted a leak inspection along with a regular report every ten years. ◆ Conducted a high-resolution survey for estimating large-scale renovations. *Please download the case collection data from "PDF Download" to view it.

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Our company, which conducts building inspections using drones, has many pilots with over 1,000 hours of flight time. During actual operations, those who hold the national qualification of "Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" are involved. Additionally, the staff responsible for infrared image analysis and report creation includes holders of the "Infrared Building Diagnosis Technician" certification, ensuring that not only flight experience but also expertise in the details of the work is present. 【Drone Infrared Survey: Case Introduction】 - Purpose of Survey: Emergency Investigation - Survey Area: Approximately 1,300 square meters - Inspection Method: Drone and Rope Access - On-site Survey Duration: 5 days - Survey Cost: Approximately 900,000 yen *You can view our company's case materials for "Drone Infrared Survey" from the "PDF Download" link below.

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This report introduces the items that will be investigated in the external wall survey report. In the "Survey Overview," the "Analysis Work Items" section indicates what types of defects can be detected through the survey. The "Survey Scope" section highlights the areas to be surveyed on the elevation drawing in red. In the "Survey Results," we list the presence or absence of items that fall under "Required Corrections" when conducting the 12-point inspection as stipulated by the Building Standards Act. 【List of Items】 ■ Survey Overview ■ Survey Equipment and Methods ■ Structure and Permits/Approvals for This Survey ■ Survey Scope ■ Survey Results *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Infrared exterior wall inspections can achieve sufficient usefulness and accuracy if conducted under appropriate conditions and methods, and they are recognized by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as a means of investigation for periodic reports on specific buildings. The performance of drone-mounted cameras is advancing daily, allowing for the incorporation and analysis of various information to achieve results comparable to tapping tests. Our company has a survey system capable of conducting high-precision inspections, adhering to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's guidelines for appropriate infrared inspections. [Overview] ■ Inspections recognized based on guidance and supervision from the Housing Bureau, Building Guidance Division of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism ■ Inspection accuracy comparable to tapping tests - Appropriate weather and sunlight / High-performance equipment and correct shooting techniques - Understanding of material properties, structure, and repair history / Abundant past data *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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Our company conducts building inspections using drones (visible light and infrared). With over 1,000 hours of total flight time, our pilots are capable of operating drones safely and reliably. We consistently implement thorough accident prevention measures, maintaining an accident occurrence rate of 0% in exterior wall inspections (from March 2017 to February 2023). In the event of aircraft trouble, the drone typically falls directly downward or moves horizontally, so we enforce specific measures such as "no third parties entering directly beneath the drone" and "not flying at the same height as people for extended periods." [Overview] - Prevent potential issues related to privacy, safety, and noise through prior notification (document delivery, presentation, or visit). - If deemed to violate privacy, image processing will be conducted. - During flights, it is mandatory for individuals entering the flight area to wear protective gear such as helmets. - Establishment of no-entry zones for third parties. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Drone × infrared inspection eliminates the need for temporary structures such as scaffolding, and by conducting appropriate operations, it can reduce accident risks to nearly zero. The general inspection method (sounding method) can identify defects through sound, but it is difficult to visualize due to the diagnosis being based on the experience and intuition of the inspector, and it may take several days if temporary scaffolding is required. On the other hand, drone × infrared inspection can survey an entire apartment building in 1 to 2 days. Furthermore, when conducted by individuals with the appropriate knowledge and experience, it allows for the visualization of defect conditions, making it easier to illustrate. [Features of Drone × Infrared Inspection] ■ Safety: It is possible to reduce accident risks to nearly zero through appropriate operations. ■ Cost: No need for temporary structures such as scaffolding. ■ Diagnosis period: An entire apartment building can be surveyed in 1 to 2 days. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the benefits of infrared inspection using drones. In recent years, the performance of drones has improved dramatically, particularly in industrial applications, where obstacle detection and avoidance functions, as well as collision protection capabilities, have been enhanced. By conducting appropriate operations, the risk of accidents is approaching zero. Additionally, there is no need for temporary facilities, which significantly reduces inspection costs. Furthermore, the entire process from preparation to shooting can be completed in as little as half a day, and the benefits become even more pronounced with taller structures. 【Benefits】 ■ High safety: Enhanced obstacle detection and avoidance functions, as well as collision protection capabilities in industrial applications. ■ Low cost: No need for temporary facilities, allowing for significant cost reductions in inspections. ■ Short inspection time: The taller the structure, the greater the benefits. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the benefits of infrared inspection using drones. First, traditional inspections require inspectors to climb scaffolding, which poses a risk of falling accidents. Particularly for inspections of high-rise buildings, the cost and time required to set up scaffolding or gondolas can lead to inspection periods extending to several weeks, including the installation and dismantling of temporary equipment. Drones can adjust their height and location and fly freely, enabling three key benefits: "high safety," "low cost," and "short inspection time." 【Benefits】 ■ High safety ■ Low cost ■ Short inspection time *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce exterior wall inspections using drones. By equipping drones with infrared cameras, it is possible to conduct infrared surveys similar to ground photography even for high-rise buildings. The safety of drones has significantly improved in recent years, featuring stable hovering performance with a minimum of ±10cm, obstacle avoidance functions, and automatic return capabilities in case of signal loss (loss of control). 【Key Points】 ■ Infrared surveys similar to ground photography can be conducted even for high-rise buildings. ■ The safety of drones has greatly increased in recent years. ■ Stable hovering performance with a minimum of ±10cm. ■ Comprehensive insurance coverage in case of accidents (5 billion yen insurance for personal and property damage). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Currently, there are mainly two mainstream methods for exterior wall inspection. The "sounding method," which uses a sounding rod to investigate all exterior walls, allows for direct confirmation of the wall condition, resulting in high accuracy. However, it takes time to set up scaffolding, and the costs are high. On the other hand, the "infrared thermography method" involves capturing images of the exterior walls with an infrared camera to detect issues that are "not visible to the naked eye" based on temperature differences in the wall surface. This method does not require scaffolding, making it more cost-effective. While it may be unsuitable depending on the building's location and height, the disadvantages of the infrared method can be mitigated using drones. 【Exterior Wall Inspection Methods】 ■ Sounding Method: A method that investigates all exterior walls using a sounding rod. ■ Infrared Thermography Method: A method that captures images of exterior walls with an infrared camera to detect issues that are "not visible to the naked eye" based on temperature differences. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Concrete formwork with urethane coating, adopted around 2000, has improved workability and cost-effectiveness. However, many projects have not undergone proper surface treatment, and combined with the excessive efficiency and shortening of construction periods at that time, properties built between 2000 and 2005 tend to have a higher incidence of tile lifting. In recent years, legal regulations regarding surface treatment methods have been established, resulting in fewer construction defects, but they have not been completely eliminated. It is also recommended to conduct exterior wall inspections within ten years of completion, as the seller and construction company are said to provide after-sales support. However, the burden of proof for defects (inspection costs) falls on the management association, making it difficult to carry out inspections. Therefore, there is a need for low-cost and high-precision investigations. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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The investigation method using infrared cameras as a means of "comprehensive probing, etc." has been recognized for some time; however, the legal revision in April 2022 explicitly stated that "infrared surveys using drones (unmanned aerial vehicles)" are also valid investigation methods. The use of drones equipped with infrared cameras has been permitted and guided by certain specific administrative agencies, including Tokyo, but in specific administrative agencies without particular guidance, it was necessary to confirm whether their use was allowed. Drone infrared exterior wall surveys are recognized as an investigation method by the national government. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.*

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"Specific buildings," such as condominiums and office buildings that meet certain conditions like number of stories and total floor area, are required to conduct exterior wall inspections and report to the relevant administrative authority (prefectures, cities, or towns) based on the periodic reporting system established by Article 12 of the Building Standards Act. Failure to report or making false reports may result in a fine of up to 1 million yen. Specific buildings that have been completed or undergone major renovations for 10 years require exterior wall inspections using methods such as comprehensive tapping. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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Using drones for infrared exterior wall inspections can shorten the duration of the inspections! Additionally, by enabling comprehensive inspections, it can reduce discrepancies in the cost estimates for large-scale repairs of buildings and apartments. Infrared can capture temperature changes as images, allowing for the investigation of tile lifting and water leaks. Drone inspections can reduce the costs of exterior wall inspections for 12-point checks. 【Features】 ■ Drones can adjust their height and location, allowing them to fly freely, which enables safe, low-cost, quick, uniform, and high-quality inspections. ■ In the case of drone inspections, there is no need to install temporary equipment, eliminating installation costs. ■ Inspection periods can be completed in as little as half a day. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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