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7 Tips to Make Your Construction Business Greener

UK Construction Blog

Zero-energy building, a notable trend in this area, focuses on minimizing the use of conventional energy by incorporating technologies such as solar panels, Low-Emissivity (low-E) coatings, and intelligent interiors. Replacing gas-powered tools and vehicles with electric alternatives significantly cuts down on emissions.

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Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home

CivilJungle

For protecting the structure from external damaging elements like winds, rains, dust, etc., Cladding made of various materials like composite materials and aluminum siding systems is also available with various textures and styles. We can utilize materials that can assist in accomplishing optimal energy efficiency.

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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

Building Radar

ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources The construction industry is beginning to discover digital aids for itself, which have long been standard in other industries. Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2.

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Key Elements in a Fluid-applied Barrier System Specification

Construction Specifier

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. These integrated systems can be specified early on in project planning to achieve desirable results.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

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Improving water management and energy efficiency with tapered roof insulation

Construction Specifier

It is estimated that Americans currently spend more than $200 billion annually on energy bills. Globally, buildings and the building construction sector are responsible for over one-third of total global energy consumption and nearly 40 percent of total direct and indirect CO 2 emissions. Two-way tapered insulation system.

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Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope

GCP Applied Technologies

Fri, 12/07/2018 - 15:53. December 07, 2018. Energy savings. Estimating energy savings. When moist air hits a cooler surface within a wall structure, water vapor in the air can condense and collect inside these spaces. Steel structural members can become oxidized, rusting and gradually losing their integrity.