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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money. Perry: One of home builders’ chief concerns is a lack of skilled labor.

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Improving water management and energy efficiency with tapered roof insulation

Construction Specifier

When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. One key strategy for reducing the built environment’s impact on climate change is through the construction of more energy-efficient building envelope systems. by Marcin Pazera, PhD.

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AISI Publishes “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes”

Civil + Structural Engineer

They will also be able to determine the level of performance in an energy code or high-performance rating system. In all cases, it is recommended that users refer to the adopted codes in effect where the building or structure will be constructed.”

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Stay code-compliant with AISI’s thermal design guide

Construction Specifier

They will also be able to determine the level of performance in an energy code or high-performance rating system. In all cases, it is recommended that users refer to the adopted codes in effect where the building or structure will be constructed.”

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Entekra Exit: The Off-Site Construction Company Will Shut Down by June 30

The Pro Builder

Pushing Home Building Toward Off-Site Construction Founded in Ireland in 2015, Entekra launched its U.S. The company debuted its first home in August 2017, and its prefabricated panelized construction systems promised to be a game-changer for the residential construction industry. operations in 2016 in Ripon, Calif.,

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Meet Deck Dynasty: Custom Deck Builder in North Carolina

Strong Tie

Founded by Zachary Spriggs, Deck Dynasty has completed 10–15 big (and small) projects each year since 2015. W e also do screen – in porches and custom roof-overs , as well as installing staircases , docks and ramps. The majority of our projects are custom decks that stand about 8 ‘ high or taller.

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High-performance coating systems

Construction Specifier

Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to a just-like-new condition designed to last for over 20 years. A striking, early example of late modern “high-technology” architecture received a 21 st century facelift. Preserving modern history. Conclusion.