Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

Selection of suitable waterproofing systems can present building project teams with a baffling array of choices. Here, a building envelope specialist is inspecting cold-fluid applied waterproofing and associated accessories as a key step to a successful installation and an integral part of the quality control process. Limitations.

Waterproofing Systems 52

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

It also advances community sustainability through new water conservation measures, while assuring building accessibility through the integration of the updated ICC A117.1 Some of the updates to the 2024 IPC include: Provisions added for the support of buried piping beneath buildings where expansive soil conditions exist.

Plumbing Systems 111

Plumbing Systems Building Codes Plumbing Building Performance Measurement 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

PAE Engineers enjoys a unique symbol of its brand identity – the company’s Portland headquarters office, which is the world’s first developer-driven Living Building. PAE’s Living Building Challenge The PAE Living Building is a five-story, 58,000-square-foot mixed-use building located in a historic neighborhood in Portland.

Engineering 130

Engineering Building Performance Measurement Green Building Real Estate Development 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

The infrastructure pipeline ballooned to $248 billion in the 2021-22 State and Federal Budgets, and movement to net zero is ramping up across the board. Innovation in construction can seem like a daunting task, especially when you consider how our most significant achievements in building occurred thousands of years ago.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Building Resilience Energy Efficiency Site Planning 98

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 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This certification is awarded to buildings that demonstrate exceptional energy efficiency and significant reductions in carbon footprint while offsetting the remaining embodied carbon and energy use through high-impact offset programs. A nighttime view of the building’s facade. Photo by David Conger/courtesy Climate Pledge Arena.

Renewable Energy Systems 107

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Roofing Systems 107

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The Army Corps is performing this project in collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, its non-federal sponsor, and Army Corps Contractor, Weeks Marine of Cranford, New Jersey. This was all within the first few hours of the storm, but it felt like forever.”

Risk Management 264

Risk Management Project Management Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 264

CCR Magazine

JULY 31, 2024

His business acumen, client relations and client service have led to consistently strong performance, and we congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion.” Gomez joined Ware Malcomb as Regional Manager in 2016 and in 2021 was promoted to Regional Director for his successful leadership and growth of the office.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Architecture Public Works Building Design 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If you haven’t heard, registration for Autodesk University 2021 (AU) is now open! AU 2021 has been crafted to help you connect your processes, automate workflows, and unlock highly valuable insights—all of which give you significantly more confidence in decision-making. Sustainable building. Autodesk University starts October 5.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Change Management 52

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Caterpillar’s impressive financial performance, including $51 billion in sales and $6 billion in free cash flow in 2021, allows it to return significant value to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. billion in sales in 2021, highlight its stability and growth potential. billion in earnings on $36.48

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The people who continue to see opportunity where others see challenge, and should be recognized for a job well done in 2021. Narrowing the list down is not a task we take lightly, and I’m proud to share Autodesk’s 2021 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction. 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2021. Nima Jafari , Amazon.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

ANSI/NETA ECS-2024 should be used in conjunction with the most recent editions of the ANSI/NETA Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems (ANSI/NETA ATS-2021 ) and the ANSI/NETA Standard for Maintenance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems (ANSI/NETA MTS-2023 ).

Electrical Systems 52

Electrical Systems Building Commissioning Building Standards Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In North America, CAD-PLAN licenses ATHENA for AutoCAD and ATHENA Complete software subscriptions to individual and organizational users who design, draft, engineer, fabricate, manufacture and install commercial fenestration and building envelope systems. It is fully integrated with AutoCAD for a comprehensive solution. </p>

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

Decision 1: How to improve asset and portfolio performance Whether you're managing one or 50 facilities, actively monitoring and improving performance is critical to long-term profitability. Let's look at the ways you can improve asset and portfolio performance.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Facility Management Handover 122

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

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 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

households that moved into areas with a recent history of wildfire climbed 21 percent between March 2020 and February 2021. 1 The heightened fire risk posed to structures built near the WUI applies to residential dwellings as well as light commercial buildings. Compared to the previous 12 months, the number of U.S.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

till 2035, as per the research done by Market Research 365 The increasing emphasis on energy efficiency within commercial buildings is leading to a heightened demand for advanced commercial boilers that utilize cutting-edge technologies like condensing boilers and modulating burners. Bn to over USD 29.3

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Controls Manufacturing Building Optimization 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2022

Construction industry statistics and data are playing an increasingly important role in the building sector. From measuring bid-to-win ratio, to how much a project is over budget or schedule, and KPIs , the more numbers you can put behind your work, the better. The Rise of New Building Methods. Industry Performance.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Schedule Management Project Management Risk Management 98

BDC Network

JUNE 22, 2023

In 2021, LPA earned the AIA California Firm Award, the state’s highest honor for an architecture firm. Hempel is an active national leader on energy performance and decarbonization, working to develop best practices across the industry for developing higher performing buildings.

Building Performance Measurement 40

Building Performance Measurement Building Design Landscaping Sustainability 40

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

Insulation and air barriers One premise of the original article is that the bearing walls of many government and school buildings across North America, built in the last century with solid masonry, are now experiencing moisture intrusion. Photos courtesy RKTB Architects. The appropriateness of face-sealed systems in certain climate regions.

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Conservation 52

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Mike Moreland and Ross Ferries Laboratories Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the United States in 2020, the American research community experienced a sudden spike in funding.

HVAC System Installation 98

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control 98

Jonas Construction

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In this article, we’re taking a look back at the important trends that shaped the construction industry in 2021 and we’re looking forward to the new trends on the horizon for 2022. Hiring Surge The surge in construction job openings is a trend that was exceptionally prevalent in 2021.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Safety Regulations Land Use Regulations 52

BDC Network

MAY 25, 2023

This is not just a laboratory but a vehicle for high performance that provides a wealth of opportunities for students. We’ve trademarked a name for the dual pursuit of dramatic energy reduction and high-performance learning environments: Net Positive Education. But other schools are already offering evidence of Net Positive Education.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2022

customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. They needed to be certain Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB ® ) met International Building Code (IBC) requirements and would deliver the kind of performance Tindall customers have come to expect.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Building Products Distribution 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

Stok

APRIL 26, 2021

San Francisco/Denver (April 27, 2021) – Stok, a provider of sustainability and high-performance building services, announces Devon Bertram as Vice President of Sustainability Consulting. She is a Fitwel Ambassador and is a LEED AP Operations and Maintenance (O+M) and LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD+C).

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Sustainability Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

For example, a ceiling composed of a mineral fiber panel that uses PCM technology can reduce energy costs and decrease consumption by up to 15 percent (according to measured cooling energy savings in lab tests). Concrete, brick, and stone have high thermal mass, absorbing and releasing substantial amounts of heat.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

Plant & Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Ronan Larkin, Director of Finance Regulation and Commercial comments: “NI Water has returned a strong performance across its key outputs, it continues with the investment programmes set out in the price control and is looking ahead to address the challenges posed by the climate emergency and biodiversity crisis. “NI

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Building Resilience Health Regulations Stakeholder Engagement 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Also announced today are significant advancements to Schedule and Cost Management capabilities within Autodesk Build , the comprehensive construction management and field collaboration solution of Autodesk Construction Cloud, aimed at helping customers deliver construction projects on time and on budget. “To

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 96

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Building Products Distribution Property Management 96

Plant & Civil Engineer

AUGUST 14, 2023

Rokbak has been making a name for itself in the United States since rebranding in 2021. Measuring 107,000 acres (167 sq. The RA40 is busy helping with the creation of individual building pads within the large commercial complex. mi), it’s the largest industrial park in the world. million cubic yards yet to go, over 230 acres.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment HVAC Systems Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

They strive to build communities that are better prepared for the impacts of climate change, specifically targeting vulnerable populations. Through partnerships and collaborations, B Corps can build stronger networks and contribute to the collective effort towards a more sustainable future.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 1, 2021

Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. These include performance testing requirements of model building codes. The International Building Code.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 25, 2023

Ferrovial concluded the year with a £795m (2021: £1bn) order book. The Secretary of State grants Development authorisation Orders (DCOs) for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs), combining planning authority with additional consents such listed building authorisation.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement Government Works 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 26, 2023

Learn about engineering solutions for complex projects, safe work environments, and sustainable building practices being utilized by leading firms. For instance, Kier Group focuses on property, residential, construction, and services, while Taylor Wimpey is renowned for its home building projects.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Project Management Building Performance Measurement Infrastructure Development 52

Stok

OCTOBER 21, 2021

If there’s one single topic that every corporate real estate professional should have on their mind in 2021, it’s ESG. ESG encompasses the environmental, social, and governance performance of a company and has a strong correlation to the company’s financial performance and potential for long-term value creation.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Environmental Impact Assessment Stakeholder Engagement Building Performance Measurement 52