Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

By Greg Ryan Traffic Control Plans are an integral part of civil and structural engineering projects, impacting safety, efficiency, and success. Why a Traffic Control Plan Matters The importance of a Traffic Control Plan cannot be overstated. Engineered Controls Traffic Control Plans are not just about placing cones.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Cost Control Site Planning Zoning 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Sustainable site design can offer cost-savings while being ecologically responsible. This reduces heat islands and impervious area which helps with stormwater control. Laci has been with the firm since 2018, supporting civil engineering and land surveying projects. Connect with our experts and get started today.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

BD+C

DECEMBER 1, 2016

million sf master-planned community that, when completed, will cost C$1.5 Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2017 or early 2018. The Rogers family controls Rogers Communications, Canada’s second-largest communications and media conglomerate. recently announced the launch of M City, a 10-tower, 15-acre, 4.3

Real Estate Development 88

Real Estate Development Cost Control Communication 88

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Control flow concrete for mass pours. Mon, 10/01/2018 - 11:16. October 01, 2018. What is control flow concrete? Control flow concrete bridges the gap between conventional and Self-consolidating concrete. Control Flow Concrete. How does control flow concrete help with mass pours? Reduced labor costs.

Concrete Pouring 96

Concrete Pouring Quality Control Cost Control Quality Assurance 96

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

Wed, 03/21/2018 - 11:13. March 21, 2018. This can cut labor costs, since the pay rate for concrete pourers is less than steel workers. Control flow concrete is a new concrete innovation that bridges the gap between self-consolidating concrete (SCC) and conventional concrete. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Wall Systems 95

Wall Systems Building Controls Ceiling Systems Structural Systems 95

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

Wed, 03/21/2018 - 11:13. March 21, 2018. This can cut labor costs, since the pay rate for concrete pourers is less than steel workers. For high rise buildings, it’s advantageous to use this control flow concrete because it takes far less labor to place and finish. Learn more about admixtures for control flow concrete.

Wall Systems 90

Wall Systems Building Controls Ceiling Systems Structural Systems 90

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Wed, 12/19/2018 - 16:07. December 19, 2018. The DUCTILCRETE® system eliminates 75% of those control joints.". The ultimate goal for everyone involved is a continuous, jointless concrete slab at costs comparable to a conventional concrete slab. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. DUCTILCRETE-Blog-#1.

Flooring Systems 113

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Cost Control Engineering 113

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . GCP Applied Technologies. Repairing waterproof concrete.

Waterproofing Systems 113

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 113

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Sardinia Concrete improves profitability with control flow concrete. Thu, 10/11/2018 - 10:24. October 11, 2018. Dubbed control flow concrete, this new category of concrete has slump flows that fall between those of conventional and self-consolidating concrete, but without the inherent QA costs of self-consolidating concrete.

Cost Control 60

Cost Control 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.". michael.delros….

Concrete Pouring 108

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Optimization 108

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . GCP Applied Technologies. Repairing waterproof concrete.

Waterproofing Systems 104

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 104

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2017

The 2017 Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator (EEI) survey of more than 1,500 facility and management executives in the United States, Canada and 10 other countries found that 58% of respondents expect to spend more on efficiency in 2018.

Energy Efficiency 61

Energy Efficiency Facility Management Cost Control Surveying 61

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 23, 2018

Fri, 03/23/2018 - 16:27. March 23, 2018. Control flow concrete: This category of concrete bridges the gap between conventional concrete and self-consolidating concrete. Control flow concrete uses conventional mix designs, larger coarse aggregates and CONCERA® water reducing admixture. Phillip.fry@gc…. Cement production.

Cost Control 60

Cost Control Quality Control Quality Assurance Engineering 60

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 3, 2018

These posts provide a good mix of fun reads, impressive feats, and useful information so you can head into 2018 with both inspiration and helpful advice. It was an inspiring event, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone again at the conference in 2018. Here’s some inspiration for 2018: impressive bridges of the world.

Schedule Management 75

Schedule Management Site Planning Collaboration Building Commissioning 75

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

Control flow concrete increases productivity for precasters. Wed, 03/21/2018 - 11:50. March 21, 2018. Since precast concrete is cast in a controlled environment, it is easier to control the mix, placement and curing. This can negate some of the cost benefits gained from faster production. Phillip.fry@gc….

Cost Control 60

Cost Control Structural Systems Building Controls Flooring Systems 60

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 17, 2018

Why Viewpoint’s Collaborate 2018 Conference is a Must for Construction Executives.

Collaboration 59

Collaboration Change Management Construction Management Cost Control 59

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Control flow concrete. Control flow concrete is ideal for this construction method. Top down construction projects can utilize control flow concrete to gain numerous advantages, including: • Reduced labor costs.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Control flow concrete. Control flow concrete is ideal for this construction method. Top down construction projects can utilize control flow concrete to gain numerous advantages, including: • Reduced labor costs.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 7, 2018

Tue, 08/07/2018 - 21:23. August 10, 2018. August 10, 2018 – GCP Applied Technologies (NYSE:GCP) has made a strategic investment in Sysdyne Technologies, a Stamford, CT based provider of technology solutions for the ready-mix concrete industry. GCP Applied Technologies Invests in Sysdyne Technologies. Phillip.fry@gc….

Quality Control 60

Quality Control Waterproofing Systems Cost Control Building Automation 60

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Whether drones, reality capture, or machine control, there’s little debate about technology’s role in the modern jobsite in enabling efficiencies in time, materials, and resources. 100,000 in 2018. By Troy Dahlin So many people talk about how technology is reimagining the jobsite. The seen and the unseen.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Cost Control Structural Systems 130

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. When flooring budgets are tight, contractors often look for ways to keep installation costs down. At first glance, a high-performance adhesive may seem like a cost-effective solution for all projects. It could end up being a very expensive way to cut costs. Phillip.fry@gc….

Cost Control 60

Cost Control Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. When flooring budgets are tight, contractors often look for ways to keep installation costs down. At first glance, a high-performance adhesive may seem like a cost-effective solution for all projects. It could end up being a very expensive way to cut costs. Phillip.fry@gc….

Cost Control 60

Cost Control Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Building Controls 60

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

acre-foot, sustainable detention facilities, fulfilling roles of flood control, enhancing water quality, and providing a verdant natural habitat for wildlife and recreation space for residents. (LAN)

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 130

Roads Online

MAY 11, 2023

As stated in VicRoads’ 2018 Road Design Note, central barriers are “presently one of the most effective treatments for reducing the likelihood and severity of head-on crashes and align towards providing safe systems for road users”. So they’re cost prohibitive most of the time.”

Safety Regulations 97

Safety Regulations Controls Manufacturing Cost Control Infrastructure Development 97

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Thu, 10/04/2018 - 09:45. October 04, 2018. Control flow concrete construction. Control flow concrete was created to bridge the gap between conventional concrete and self-consolidating concrete. This is where control flow concrete comes in. This significantly reduces labor costs on the jobsite. Mass pours.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Building Controls Foundation Systems 60

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:16. September 17, 2018. Waterproof concrete is attractive for these applications due to the low material cost and because there’s no need for an additional waterproofing step. Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. Table of contents. return to top.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Foundation Systems 103

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 1, 2018

The construction industry has seen significant growth over the past few years, and the trend is projected to continue —although at a slightly slower pace—through the rest of 2018. Risk itself, especially risk caused by large economic forces, isn’t usually something individual businesses can control. How Can Contractors Manage Risk?

Risk Management 83

Risk Management Change Management Construction Management Cost Control 83

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). michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies. are rejected )? Sustainability.

Cost Control 60

Cost Control Building Optimization Facility Management Structural Systems 60

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs. Tue, 12/11/2018 - 13:09. December 11, 2018. Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Phillip.fry@gc….

Maintenance 60

Maintenance HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation HVAC Systems 60

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Fri, 11/02/2018 - 19:24. November 02, 2018. Therefore, if a ready mix producer can reduce their cement use, they will minimize both costs and their CO2 emissions. In addition, the producer can avoid "overdesign," or adding extra cement to the mix by gaining tightened controls through an in-transit concrete management system.

Sustainability 141

Sustainability Concrete Pouring Energy Efficiency Building Automation 141

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Internal and independent audits have found that many Job Order Contracting deployments have unfortunately degraded into a simple means of speeding procurement and also carry excessive administration costs tied to a percentage of construction costs. Faster, Higher Quality, and Lower Cost Project Delivery. Fully Compliant.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Remote monitoring and control systems enable real-time data collection, analysis, and adjustment of treatment processes. The Decentralized Active Wastewater Treatment Model Decentralized wastewater treatment involves the treatment of wastewater closer to the source, reducing the need for extensive and costly centralized sewer systems.

Fire Protection System Installation 130

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Facility Management Maintenance 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

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 question is no longer “How much do HPBs cost?”; MACRO-ECONOMIC SHIFT.

Real Estate Development 96

Real Estate Development Energy Conservation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Design 96

Construction Specifier

MAY 7, 2020

Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component. Instead of sealing a foundation against this pressure, it is much more effective and cost efficient to relieve, control, and manage it. Images courtesy Dörken Systems.

Waterproofing Systems 59

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Flooring Systems 59

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The lighting industry has previously faced major challenges finding suitable consultants with the right blend of technical expertise and practical experience across both emerging areas in lighting (IoT, smart lighting, controls, energy-efficiency systems, etc.), as well as traditional, existing business functions and topics.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Cost Control Energy Efficiency Collaboration 52

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 1, 2018

Fri, 06/01/2018 - 14:03. June 01, 2018. The heightened control of an in-transit management system makes this all possible. There's less risk with the same reward, because the management system provides a heightened degree of control over the design to meet performance requirements, at potentially less cost to the producer.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Facility Management 60