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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.
Stok
AUGUST 28, 2019
Due to their embodied carbon and operational carbon footprints, buildings play a significant role in these efforts, so understanding the impact of legislation on buildings is critical. This directly translates to building energy codes. For example, LEED v4 refers to ASHRAE standard 90.1-2010
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BD+C
APRIL 23, 2014
billion for construction, renovation, and repairs to federal buildings in fiscal year 2015 under the auspices of the U.S. Legislation Codes and Standards' The Obama Administration has proposed $1.7 General Services Administration.
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
The American Wood Council''s 2015 “Wood-Frame Construction Manual for One- and Two-Family Dwellings” (WFCM ) has been approved as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Standards Codes and Standards' Standards Codes and Standards'
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 26, 2014
The 2015 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) will include the option to use an outcome-based approach when complying with local building energy codes, the first time the IgCC has allowed this method. Codes Codes and Standards'
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2014
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released the completely reorganized ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code will reference this document. Codes Codes and Standards'
BD+C
AUGUST 14, 2018
While the state of Pennsylvania will adopt the 2015 IECC energy efficiency building code on Oct. 1, its largest city, Philadelphia, has opted to adopt the newer 2018 IECC standard. Philadelphia is one of the first jurisdictions to move to the latest code.
NH Construction Law
JULY 12, 2022
Every three years the International Code Council updates its building codes, which eventually become the basis for codes adopted by the states. From September of 2019 until now, the 2015 versions have been incorporated into New Hampshire’s state building code, RSA 155-A. That has just changed.
BD+C
AUGUST 14, 2013
The City of Philadelphia has begun to send out compliance notices regarding its Building Energy Benchmarking Law. The benchmarking law is designed to reduce citywide building energy use by 10% in 2015. Regulations Codes and Standards' Enforcement is expected to begin in October.
BD+C
JANUARY 14, 2015
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released the Spanish edition of ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code references 318-14. Codes Codes and Standards' A Spanish language inch-pound version has also been released.
BD+C
JANUARY 8, 2014
Strengthened sprinkler regulations proposed for the 2015 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) could help a movement to allow mid-rise wood structures. Revisions to the 2010 NBCC would increase the maximum wood building height to six stories, from the current four-story limit.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
DECEMBER 2, 2014
Cities and states looking at energy-efficient buildings to help meet energy goals are getting a boost from the 2015 International Green Construction Code. Four critical proposals that will drive significant improvements in building energy performance were adopted after final voting on the model energy code closed last month.
BD+C
APRIL 12, 2018
Energy codes mandating more efficient use of buildings—and, by extension, of building enclosures—are already being adopted by many states as a logical step in the reduction of energy consumption. . Compared with energy standards of just a few years earlier, the 2015 IECC sets a high benchmark for energy performance.
Building Information Management
JUNE 19, 2013
Standard: Collaborative production of architectural, engineering and construction information. Code of Practice. Requires IFC BIM for new buildings. Building Information Management – A Standard Framework and Guide to BS 1192. Standard Due: Library Objects for Architecture, Engineering and Construction.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
Globally, buildings and the building construction sector are responsible for over one-third of total global energy consumption and nearly 40 percent of total direct and indirect CO 2 emissions. It is estimated that Americans currently spend more than $200 billion annually on energy bills. Four-way tapered insulation system.
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2014
Green Building Council will allow LEED users to register projects under the LEED 2009 rating system until Oct. The original date for LEED 2009 registration to close was June 15, 2015. Standards Codes and Standards'
BD+C
JUNE 27, 2013
Conference of Mayors (USCM) passed a slate of sustainability resolutions that renew its commitment to local green building and clean energy efforts. The 10 measures passed include the support of resilient communities, stronger building energy codes, Tiger grants, and improving infrastructure. Codes Codes and Standards'
BD+C
NOVEMBER 20, 2013
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) was granted final approval of several amendments it proposed to the 2015 editions of the International Residential Code (IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and International Existing Building Code (IEBC). Codes Codes and Standards'
45 Building Information Management
AUGUST 11, 2015
Compliance standards for all construction activities in healthcare facilities are mandated and they continue to evolve every year. To help health care facilities comply with Environment of Care standards, the Joint Commission has issued Planning, Design, and Construction of Health Care Environments.
BD+C
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Utah became the latest state to update its commercial building energy efficiency code from the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) to the 2018 IECC in July. The new code permits the use of the ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2016 2016 standard, giving building owners and design teams an alternative compliance path.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 5, 2024
By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. They promote drying because they allow vapor from inside the building to diffuse to the outside.
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.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 18, 2024
Building on a couple decades of deep collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to initiate lasting industry improvements in the field, Amanda is continuing this work at scale with Lendlease. Before and during early stages of BPE, Amanda also led sustainable construction and procurement efforts at The Durst Organization, from 2005-2015.
Building Information Management
AUGUST 11, 2015
Compliance standards for all construction activities in healthcare facilities are mandated and they continue to evolve every year. To help health care facilities comply with Environment of Care standards, the Joint Commission has issued Planning, Design, and Construction of Health Care Environments.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2021
As more people return to workplaces, schools, hotels, event venues, and other destinations, they seek reassurance that building owners share their concerns not only for environmental health, but also for their personal health. Together, they provide the finished metal products needed for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 12, 2021
Is the goal to achieve certification from a green building rating system? • Support of the Green Building Initiative. • The revision and utilization of NSF International/American National Standards Institute (NSF/ANSI) 332, Sustainability Assessment for Resilient Floor Coverings.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 3, 2023
Severe and frequent condensation in this small condominium building has resulted in wood decay and mold growth, resulting in deterioration not just of the oriented strand board (OSB) roof deck but even the top chord of the wood truss. To prevent a build-up of moisture, the unconditioned attic space is vented to the exterior.
Construction Specifier
JULY 9, 2021
Given the intense focus on health and safety as well as the changes in work/life balance precipitated by the COVID-19 outbreak, it is not surprising the pandemic has accelerated the healthy-building movement and the ‘people-first’ mindset spearheaded by standards such as WELL and Fitwel. 2, 2015, by G. MacNaughton, J.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Joint public-private sector effort needed to mitigate the construction sector’s embodied carbon problem It's going to take the efforts of government and the private sector to mitigate the climate-damaging problem of embodied carbon, says this building sustainability expert, Brent Trenga.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
As more states struggle with extreme weather events, the 2017 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard gives state-level policymakers a road map for building stronger and more-resilient communities. Energy efficiency is a win-win for Virginia’s economy and our environment, and we must build on the momentum generated over the last four years.”.
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. What is BIM? Introduction. NBS National BIM Report 2013. Download report. Increasing exports.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 7, 2023
Significantly improve cost visibility and cost management for ALL your facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. #1 Granular line items for repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds organized by expanded CSI MasterFormat. 1 Over 85,000 line items available. Million datapoints updated quarterly. #3
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Building Information Management
OCTOBER 26, 2015
All public sector entities would benefit by using standardized cost data to generate line item cost estimates for construction projects. Typical construction project stake holders include: Owners (management, engineering, contracting/procurement, building users), Contractors, Subcontractors, and Designers/Architects.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Tracking costs and monitoring risk while keeping a job on budget can be one of the biggest hurdles to any building project. Tracking costs and monitoring risk while maintaining a budget is one of the most significant hurdles on a building project. Your ultimate guide to construction cost management, and how to improve it.
BDC Network
MAY 25, 2023
Net Positive Education Benefits The benefits cut across four key environmental factors: The new Boston Arts Academy, across the street from Boston’s famed Fenway Park, places a high priority on daylight with reduced heat gain and glare; great acoustics; healthy indoor air quality and high-performing mechanical systems; and a tight building envelope.
Revit OpEd
APRIL 14, 2016
Last night I was able to download and install Building Design Suite 2017 from my Autodesk subscription account. Autodesk released Revit 2016 R2 like they did with Revit 2015 the year before. For example, a standard corridor width requirement can be associated with any dimension we use between corridor walls, like this.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 4, 2020
Best AAC Block Company in India or which AAC Block brand company should I go to build my house? These are some of the common questions of ordinary people when it comes to building a home or building your own home. Eco-Build Pvt. Introduction Top 20 AAC Block Company in India. established in 1897. Wonder AAC Block.
Building Information Management
MAY 13, 2016
Job Order Contracting provides several significant benefits to real property owners, building users, and construction contractors. A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders. JOC Program did not comply with code requirements and there were internal control deficiencies.
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Building Information Management
MAY 13, 2016
Job Order Contracting provides several significant benefits to real property owners, building users, and construction contractors. A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders. JOC Program did not comply with code requirements and there were internal control deficiencies.
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CivilJungle
JANUARY 21, 2022
We adhere to the highest international standards for manufacturing of products for potable water supply, working jointly with global partners. Our shared commitment to operating with the highest ethical standards and making a positive difference in everything we do is what makes us special. Ashirvad Water Tank.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 4, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” They will also be able to determine the level of performance in an energy code or high-performance rating system.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A cover photo of the main page of AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” Designers and builders will find information on the specific thermal properties of materials and elements in a building envelope assembly to comply with a local or state-adopted code.
Natural Building
APRIL 30, 2022
This net-zero carbon, modular, straw panel Accessory Dwelling Unit in Salt Lake City, Utah, is the first demonstration project and test build of Strawtegi, Inc. The 650 square foot building demonstrates how we can build a home with rapidly renewable, bio-based materials, such as wood, straw, and hemp.
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Bylt News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
In addition, the town of East Hartford would had to approve a $45 million & tax incremental financing; agreement to build a 1,000-space parking garage that would be hidden behind a structure to buffer it from the river. Port Eastside LLC paid $4 million for a low-rise office building on 7.3
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