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. In this scenario, impermeable air barriers will most effectively block moisture from entering the wall system.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

Most high-performance building certifications and city codes use ASHRAE and ICC’s building codes to define energy performance requirements within their rating systems. Projects pursuing code compliance through the prescriptive method must document compliance of every energy system (envelope, lighting, HVAC, etc.)

Building Code Compliance 70

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 70

Construction Specifier

JULY 2, 2020

Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Anthony J. Nicastro, PE, and Megan A. Toumanios, PE. Section 1203.3

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Building Codes Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

The International Building Code (IBC) 2015 fireblocking materials list. The 2022 New York City Building Code chose not to adopt this language, and instead added language that explicitly requires fireblocking installed in most ventilated assemblies. The first is to install an assembly tested in accordance with NFPA 285.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

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. Calculated Values in Tags - This permits us to do the same thing to tags that we've been using in schedules.

Steel Fabrication 75

Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Piping Installation Wall Systems 75

Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams, and only state and local governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding. The infrastructure work includes: site clearing and grading; water, sewer and other utilities installation; retaining walls; installation of roadway and parking areas.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Fire Protection System Installation Real Estate Development Historic Preservation 52