This includes the implementation of building-code-compliant advanced framing. techniques in design and construction. ICC 700 Section 601.2 awards 3 points for each qualifying advanced framing. technique implemented that exceeds 80 percent usage in the building, and 9 points maximum if the techniques are.
(third-person singular simple present encompasses, present participle encompassing, simple past and past participle encompassed) 1  To form a circle around; to encircle.  To include within its scope; to circumscribe or go round so as to surround; to enclose; to contain.
to suck up or drink in (a liquid); soak up: A sponge absorbs water. 2. to swallow up the identity or individuality of; incorporate: The empire absorbed many small nations. 3. to involve the full attention of; to engross or engage wholly: so absorbed in a book that he did not hear the bell.