Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components. 11 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one million HAIs occur across the U.S.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 59

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Building Information Modeling (BIM) isn’t a new concept in construction. In the 2016 report, construction companies indicated they were planning to implement Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) teams. The United Kingdom, for example, has already adopted BIM standards. in 2016 to 10.4

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 89

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Collaboration Handover Energy Efficiency 89

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

California and Massachusetts have both won the top spot in the 10th edition of the 2016 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard published by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy ( ACEEE ). Source: 2016 ACEEE State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. ” The three most improved states are Missouri, Maine, and Michigan.

Energy Efficiency 58

Energy Efficiency Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Standards 58

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In fact, there are over 100 construction-related apprenticeships available in the UK, from bricklayers, plumbers and roofers to construction design and build technicians and BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineers. Between August 2021 and July 2022, about 26,100 new construction apprenticeships began.

Green Building 98

Green Building Construction Equipment Construction Management Building Controls 98

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. Fall Protection encompasses all categories that define controls used to prevent injuries resulting from a fall.

Safety Regulations 48

Safety Regulations Building Standards Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 48

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. Fall Protection encompasses all categories that define controls used to prevent injuries resulting from a fall.

Safety Regulations 48

Safety Regulations Building Standards Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 48

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. Improved quality control enables customers to meet strict performance requirements without the need to over design mixes with unnecessary cement. Is concrete a sustainable building material? SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. Phillip.fry@gc….

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Concrete Pouring Roofing Systems 78

CivilJungle

JUNE 23, 2021

Both state and national building codes, as well as project developers, now need certified workers on job sites. Certifications in the building sector favour those concerned: It elevates the individual’s best practices as well as the contractor’s brand and the consistency of services rendered. Green Building Council).

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Green Building 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 11, 2021

Efforts to decrease the amount of noise reaching occupied spaces commonly focuses on fenestration—at times an entry point if not properly designed for the noise control mission. For example: 12.7 mm ( 1 / 2 -in.) drywall has an STL of 15 dB for an impinging low-frequency sound at a frequency of 125 hertz.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Controls Manufacturing 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 22, 2017

Building Energy Efficiency, LEAN, and Cloud Technology Improved Facilities Management Outcomes. According to the International Energy Agency, almost 30% of worldwide energy is attributable to buildings (40% of total in energy in the United States), and will increase 1.5%/year year through 2040 to almost 50%. [1]

Energy Efficiency 40

Energy Efficiency Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction Facility Management 40

CivilJungle

JANUARY 15, 2021

Difference between a Plastic Road and a standard road is that standard roads are made entirely of asphalt concrete , which consists of mineral aggregates and asphalt , where as plastic roads are made up of composites of plastic. Plastic -bitumen composite roads have better wear resistance than standard asphalt concrete roads.

Building Materials 64

Building Materials Building Standards Modular Construction Building Commissioning 64

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Today recognized as a leading national electrical contracting firm, Hatzel & Buehler implemented the enterprise version of Viewpoint’s cloud-based Spectrum® Construction Software in late-2016 to better connect its offices and operations. Technologies like BIM, drone modeling and more are all being used to build these digital twin models.

Collaboration 90

Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Electrical Systems Construction Management 90

Building Information Management

AUGUST 30, 2013

The study centered upon the development of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the UK construction industry and its pontential affect on the role of the client’s construction manager (CM). Potential impacts to the CM range from increased efficiencies on site, to loss of project control and increased legislation.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 65

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Building Controls Cost Control 65

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 Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

The Level of Development (LOD) Specification is supposed to provide clarity and reliability with respect t0 Building Information Models (BIM/BIMs). LOD is intended to define characteristics for building systems relative to BIM elements. “standards” if they sit in isolation. There is little use for.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction Foundation Systems Controls Manufacturing 40

Safety Services Company

MAY 24, 2018

Training mostly emphasizes hazard identification, avoidance, control, and prevention, not OSHA standards. The following individuals are exempt from the requirements of the OSHA 10-hour construction safety program: Law enforcement officers dealing with traffic control and/or jobsite security. CONNECTICUT – SEC. FAQ’s.

Safety Regulations 48

Safety Regulations Health Regulations General Contracting Public Works 48

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Throughout his tenure, Robin has overseen numerous significant projects, including renovation for a luxury retailer in Chicago, the Christ Community Church building addition in Gridley, and the Morton High School entry addition in Morton, Illinois. In 2019, she presented at Autodesk University on BIM Automation.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

BDC Network

AUGUST 7, 2023

Building a better academic workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/07/2023 - 13:12 Higher Education Gensler's David Craig and Melany Park show how agile, efficient workplaces bring university faculty and staff closer together while supporting individual needs. In old buildings, hallways might play a structural role.

Building Controls 96

Building Controls Change Management Building Standards Building Design 96

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 Code Compliance 60

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Energy Efficiency 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The name behind countless successful electrical and mechanical infrastructure designs of building projects in Turkey and across the globe, Anel Group stands out with its expertise in BIM (Building Information Modeling). ç said, “We leverage our engineering skills in designing the electrical and mechanical aspects of a building.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Code Compliance Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

CivilJungle

APRIL 27, 2023

Wolf professional ranges are significantly more expensive than standard Wolf ranges, although appearing to have identical features. Thanks to the dual stacking of the burners, the temperature may be precisely controlled from a rapid boil to a slow simmer. Highest standards of engineering and construction.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Electrical Systems Cost Control Quality Assurance 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 26, 2016

It provides a means to have a local contractor, one that is experienced with an Owner’s portfolio and associated nuances, perform work at reasonable prices as work needs develop, without the months or even years of delay and poor quality resulting from traditional design-bid-build and lowest bidder processes.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Project Management Consulting Public Works 40

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2016

From the September/October 2016 Issue. There has been an 81 percent retention rate among the 2015-2016 class of Tennessee Promise students. Tennessee leads the nation for manufacturing job growth in the last year, with 11,400 net new manufacturing jobs created from June 2015 to June 2016. By Jenny Vickers.

Building Materials Manufacturing 96

Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Facility Management 96

Business Facilities

AUGUST 21, 2017

The state’s regulatory agencies and local governments provide quicker, less costly and more predictable permitting processes for significant economic development projects without reducing environmental standards. percent in March 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Embrace diversity and inclusion.

Government Works 72

Government Works Infrastructure Development Real Estate Development Public Works 72

Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2021

Specifications originally intended for design bid-build (DBB) projects require significant revisions to be suitable for design-build or integrated project delivery (IPD). Greater challenges arise when adapting DBB source documents for design-build. Design-build contractual relationships. Images courtesy HDR.

Building Design 52

Building Design Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) General Contracting Project Management Consulting 52

Business Facilities

JULY 6, 2016

By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. The existing warehousing inventory in DuPage County’s sub-market has over 180 million square feet of rentable building area, making it one of the top two markets in the Chicagoland area. supply chain. TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS AND WAREHOUSING IN DUPAGE COUNTY.

Infrastructure Development 41

Infrastructure Development Building Products Distribution Energy Efficiency Site Planning 41

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

Last night I was able to download and install Building Design Suite 2017 from my Autodesk subscription account. Last year I promised myself (and family) I wouldn't submit for any speaking engagements in the coming year (2016). Autodesk released Revit 2016 R2 like they did with Revit 2015 the year before. Okay, on to the list!

Steel Fabrication 75

Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Piping Installation Wall Systems 75

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

Adjustments to the base year coefficient will be based on the Engineering News Record (ENR) Building Cost Index (BCI) as published by McGraw Hill. 2) Use Standard Form 30 to execute modifications to a task order. i) adequate management controls are in place (e.g., 5117.9008 Internal controls. (a) DD Forms 350 and 1057).

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 40

Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In a design and build procurement model, to maximise ECI, the employer may expect the contractor to assume the lead role on design development and co-ordination during the pre-construction phase. In this post we explore some of the unique and commonly negotiated aspects of the PCSA and different ways of dealing with them. .

Procurement 52

Procurement General Contracting Insurance Management Risk Management 52

Business Facilities

AUGUST 5, 2019

Unlike some states that certify shovel-ready sites by their own criteria (which can vary widely from state to state), Iowa’s certification program uses nationally recognized standards and an independent, third-party site selection firm (Quest Site Solutions) as the certifying agent.

Real Estate Development 87

Real Estate Development Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Infrastructure Development 87

Business Facilities

AUGUST 20, 2014

Here are some of the states that are setting the standard for best practices in this emerging economic development model. FLORIDA: GOLD STANDARD FOR PPP. The M-1 Rail line is expected to open mid-2016. The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance has forged a powerhouse collection of area CEOs into a driving force for growth.

Public Works 68

Public Works Real Estate Development Site Planning Project Management Consulting 68

Business Facilities

AUGUST 14, 2017

The company also plans to build a fulfillment center in Fairfield, CA in 2018. The same month, agricultural startup, AppHarvest, said it would build a $50 million high-tech greenhouse in Pikeville, KY. VARCO PRUDEN BUILDINGS AND RUDOLPH/LIBBE CONSTRUCTION BUILD WINNING SOLUTION. Chang’s, Marie Callender’s and Bertolli.

Building Products Distribution 60

Building Products Distribution Land Use Regulations Roofing Systems Electrical Systems 60

Business Facilities

AUGUST 30, 2017

percent in 2016, was down 0.8 of Labor BLS, noted that New England’s unemployment rate was measurably lower than the national average in 2016—Maine’s unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in December 2016, marking the sixth consecutive month the rate had declined. percent the same time in 2016. percentage points to 4.9

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Real Estate Development Zoning Building Products Distribution 52

Business Facilities

JULY 17, 2014

Data centers are generally multi-tenant Internet hosting data centers or single tenant enterprise data centers with minimum requirements for their telecommunications infrastructure specified by the Telecommunications Industry Association’s TIA-942 Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard for Data Centers. Oakwood Executive Park.

Infrastructure Development 54

Infrastructure Development Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Facility Management Building Products Distribution 54

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). design/negotiate/build). design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). design/negotiate/build). design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45