2012 Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Structural Systems 
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 24, 2023
This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. Considerations for the use of exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) overclad solutions. Structural considerations, including thermal bridging and construction costs. The appropriateness of face-sealed systems in certain climate regions.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 25, 2024
and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
Due to the direct proximity of the basements and ground levels of commercial structures to soil and rock matter, as well as to the gaseous movement of radon upward through that matter and into the air, there is risk to the users of commercial facilities should the gas infiltrate and accrue in more dangerous amounts indoors.
Building Information Management
JULY 20, 2012
The next phase of generic content includes floor finishes, panel partitions, panel cubicles, signage, sanitaryware and hard landscaping. The clearance zones for the accessible WC package are based on documents such as BS 6465: Part 2 Sanitary installations and Approved Document M of the Building Regulations (E&W). COBie UK 2012.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 1, 2021
Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. These include performance testing requirements of model building codes. The International Building Code.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 7, 2018
Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability. Net zero building design and air leakage. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability. Net zero building design and air leakage.
Building Information Management
JUNE 5, 2014
A multi-dimensional tool, Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves generating a visual model of the building which also manages data about it, at the design stage, throughout the construction phase and during its working life. IFC/COBie Report 2012. What is BIM? Introduction. NBS National BIM Report 2013. Download report.
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