Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. This article contains a strong, generic model specification in standard CSI format for FRTW that will help specifiers: • Identify the critical code requirements for FRTW; and. • Four main standards are used for FRTW product evaluation. References.

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The Federal Construction Contracting Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The RFQ was set aside entirely for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and assigned NAICS code 238290, Other Building Equipment. The corresponding size standard for this code was $22 million in average annual receipts. The non-awardee, Caldaia Controls, Inc., The non-awardee, Caldaia Controls, Inc.,

Contracts 98

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Stok

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

In a white paper on The Financial Case for High Performance Buildings, set to be publicly available in September 2018, stok argues that the seemingly intangible occupant impacts of the built environment are quantifiable from a bottom line perspective. The Hidden High Performance Building Value Driver: People.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

ACI certification builds concrete wisdom. Wed, 03/21/2018 - 10:38. March 21, 2018. If you visit the American Concrete Institute's (ACI) website , you'll soon learn why becoming ACI-certified for testing concrete is important, and necessary for building sound, safe, sustainable structures. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2023

Shahida Rajabdeen looks after Standard Information Approach Implementation at GIIG. She will share what the Standard Information Approach is and how it can be applied within organisations in Standardising information requirements. Diversity builds team strength, says Richard Gwilt, Digital Construction Manager at Kier.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. February 26, 2018. You’ll find an answer to that question in the ASTM F710 standard. The standard recommends non-chemical methods of removing residual materials, such as scraping, brushing and vacuuming, because chemical removers may leave a residue that adversely affects bonding of the new floor.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

As buildings become more complex and connected, the demand for BUILDING materials supporting high-performance facilities has also increased. This includes building controls, lighting, electrical and digital infrastructure, audio/visual (A/V), and other aspects of the structure. Photos © Legrand. by Patrick Ford.

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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.

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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

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope. Fri, 12/07/2018 - 15:53. December 07, 2018. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability. Net zero building design and air leakage. Protecting your building envelope. michael.delros…. Energy savings.

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Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Building Standards 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 16, 2018

Wed, 05/16/2018 - 15:56. August 27, 2018. Ready-mix producers must set controls in place at the plant, in transit and on the jobsite to optimize their production, minimize leakage and maximize profits. Although new admixtures and concrete mix designs can achieve what's called "control flow concrete.". Ready mix concrete.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Furthermore, focus is placed upon empowering owners and their awarded JOC contractors to build and retain LEAN knowledge and capabilities and to be self sufficient.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 105

CCR Magazine

MAY 11, 2024

Russelectric , A Siemens Business, a leading manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, announces its new RTSCD-SE Commercial Duty Service Entrance Transfer Switches, a cost-effective option ideal for commercial spaces.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 24, 2023

We previously reported in 2018 on these unreliable data and made 15 SMS is a tool for asset life-cycle management that produces multi-year condition trends and investment requirements. There are specialized SMS modules, such as BUILDER (buildings), RAILER (rails), ROOFER (roofs), and PAVER (pavements).

Facility Management 72

Facility Management Risk Management Property Management Infrastructure Development 72

Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

In 2018, the construction industry led all industries with 1,008 fatal work industries. Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. Regular Training Builds Safety Culture. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Fix the Six.

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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.

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

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Mon, 05/14/2018 - 11:17. May 14, 2018. Project owners designing and building in many diverse areas and complex urban environments would be better served to lean on the knowledge and expertise of the local contractors and ready mix producers via a performance specification for concrete. Commercial buildings. Mass transit.

Building Performance Measurement 60

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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.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Mon, 12/17/2018 - 15:45. December 17, 2018. The latest edition of "Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures" (DCCM) considers HSC to be at a "strength significantly beyond that used in normal practice.". michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

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Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2024

There are also designs that aesthetically recess into the ceiling above a doorway for high end buildings, such as hotels, schools, and healthcare facilities. They are economical, easy-to-install, carry short paybacks in energy savings, and provide an effective means of preventing wildfire smoke ingress through building doorways.

HVAC System Installation 59

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 1, 2018

Fri, 06/01/2018 - 14:37. June 01, 2018. The producer can tighten controls on the entire delivery process, continually managing slump between plant and jobsite. while the concrete mixed in the truck (not in a lab or other controlled environment). Commercial buildings. Retail buildings. michael.delros….

Cost Control 60

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Danielle O’Connell, Skanska USA Building Inc. Chris Walker, The PENTA Building Group. As Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, Jason oversees the implementation of digital platforms in a multi-building and multi-phase project. Maggie Farrell, S. Wilson & Co. Aubrey Ginn, Shapiro & Duncan, Inc. Mohammad S.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Construction teams must adhere to stringent safety protocols to minimize risks during the renovation or building process. This includes: Adhering to Building Codes : Compliance with local and national building regulations ensures that the school meets all safety standards. According to the U.S.

HVAC System Installation 52

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

billion in 2018 and is expected to reach $4.09 As electronics continue to infiltrate the workplace, the applications for electrostatic discharge (ESD) control flooring are expanding. ESD control flooring is required to support these technologies. Understanding the ANSI/ESD flooring standard. ANSI/ESD S20.20

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 15, 2024

By Lisa May Photo Robert Casey/courtesy Tubelite With commercial architectural trends favoring expansive glass , curtain wall use is growing in newly constructed buildings. AAMA1503 provides a uniform standard method for determining the thermal performance of building-specific fenestration systems, including curtain wall systems.

Wall Systems 52

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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. The next Plastic Roads was constructed on Giethroon, known as Venice of the Netherlands, in November 2018.

Building Materials 64

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

“These materials can change from one stable configuration to another, making them versatile and valuable for various applications including earthquake engineering , impact-resistant structures, biomedical devices, sporting goods, building structures and automotive components,” Zavattieri said.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

According to Building Design + Construction , the agency had issued 116 citations related to the standard by mid-April, largely for a failure to monitor silica levels. The takeaway: Many contractors say they’re unclear about what could lead to a citation under OSHA’s silica standard. One of their top concerns? Infrastructure.

Infrastructure Development 69

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West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Understanding House Bill 293: New Hurricane Protection Standards for HOAs Florida’s House Bill 293 is a landmark piece of legislation aimed at easing the process for homeowners seeking to protect their properties from the effects of hurricanes. If your HOA hasn’t yet established these standards, it is in their best interest to do so quickly.

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Code Compliance 98

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Each construction project requires scrutiny to ensure you follow local, state and federal regulations on building sites. This government agency is responsible for patrolling how the building sector affects the environment. generated about 600 million tons of waste in 2018. An older EPA estimate says C&D projects in the U.S.

Health Regulations 52

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Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2022

Among the many performance characteristics expected of today’s building wraps (also referred to as weather-resistive barriers, water-resistive barrier, or housewrap), draining bulk water is increasingly important. In many areas around the country, building codes are driving the need for better moisture management solutions.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

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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. Controlled Access Zones. Hierarchy of Fall Protection. Warning Line Systems.

Safety Regulations 48

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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. Controlled Access Zones. Hierarchy of Fall Protection. Warning Line Systems.

Safety Regulations 48

Safety Regulations Building Standards Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 48

Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2. IoT: building with wireless intelligence 5. Take-off: during planning, controlling and commercialization – with drones 10. Mega-trend in the construction industry: the 3D-printed building 11. Sustainability: Building becomes greener 15.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 7, 2025

Because concrete structures are so costly and energy-intensive to build, it is hard to overemphasize the importance of making them last as long as possible for financial and environmental reasons. SACIs such as MCI-2020, MCI-2018) should be implemented to achieve the required extension in service life. Visit: www.cortecadvertising.com.

Building Products Distribution 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 19, 2022

In 2018 Extrudakerb made the decision to design and develop their own new and market leading concrete barrier system. In order to prevent the concrete from losing consistency it must be transported to site under controlled conditions. This in turn ensures a greater level of compliance against standards and specifications. .

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