Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. This approach avoids unnecessarily analyzing all the detailed system data and only focuses on the data with anomalies.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Wall Systems 130

The MCP Group

JULY 11, 2023

Construction Material Outlook – Q3 2023 Lumber Market: COSTS TRENDING As of May, prices have decreased. Plumbing/HVAC Market: COSTS TRENDING While we might see some relief from rising materials costs in other areas, we are still experiencing long lead times for some equipment, and price increases for plumbing & HVAC materials.

Roofing Systems 75

Roofing Systems Electrical Systems Cost Control HVAC Systems 75

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions. RELATED ARTICLE: About 11% of U.S.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

For their efforts, the Queens Chamber of Commerce honored the firm as part of its 2023 Building Awards, a prestigious honor that has been bestowed on noteworthy construction projects throughout the borough of Queens since 1926.” New HVAC, electrical systems and structural steel framing were installed.

Real Estate Development 105

Real Estate Development HVAC System Installation Structural Systems HVAC Systems 105

BDC Network

JUNE 19, 2023

rcassidy Mon, 06/19/2023 - 14:58 Richard Whitney, Vice President, FitzGerald More than 11,000 units of multifamily housing have been created in the last two years alone by converting outmoded office buildings into much-needed residences. Let's look at those five benefits of adaptive reuse, office-to-residential.

Historic Preservation 109

Historic Preservation Plumbing Systems Real Estate Development Electrical Systems 109

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx) refers to not only reviewing the submeter data, but also including the detailed equipment or system operational data from sensors installed within the systems (i.e.,

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Granger Construction

MARCH 6, 2023

March 6, 2023 | The University of Michigan W.K. Kellogg Institute and Dental Building Expansion and Renovation was among four projects selected to receive a prestigious 2023 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Build Michigan Award. Green , Tri-County Electric, Acoustic Ceiling and Partition and National Specialty Contractors.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

That is an increase from the 85 percent of firms that reported difficulty in the associations 2023 survey. Reality capture allows contractors to accurately map and design around the existing infrastructure, identifying features like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems that need to be integrated into the new design.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 130

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Project Management Infrastructure Development 130

BDC Network

JUNE 16, 2023

Combustion engines use natural gas to power a generator and create electricity. In a standard generation system, the waste heat from producing electricity is released into the atmosphere. A CHP system captures and converts the exhaust to produce even more energy in the form of heating, cooling, or hot water.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Buildings can generate excess emissions due to ageing, poorly designed building envelopes, outdated HVAC equipment, lack of renewable energy access and more. The Ofgem price cap has decreased a few times during 2023 , offering much-needed relief for many people. Making updates to homes and buildings can help.

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Renewable Energy Systems Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 64

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Aging HVAC equipment: Many facilities, particularly K-12 schools, are struggling with outdated equipment that operates inefficiently. Buildings with high thermal mass can passively cool and heat interior spaces, reducing the strain on mechanical HVAC systems and, in turn, decreasing energy consumption (Figure 1, page 10).

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Ceiling Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

The MCP Group

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Bid Due Date | October 5, 2023 4:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a 7,690 sf new 2-story steel framed building and sitework. 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Building Permits Waterproofing Systems 40

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The post Unlock the Benefits of VR in the Construction Industry in 2023 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. To overcome these challenges, cost-effective solutions should be selected, proper integration with existing systems secured, and comprehensive support and resources provided for training and adoption.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development Cost Control Collaboration 64

The MCP Group

JUNE 21, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 6, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 20,710 sf partial structural steel frame, partial PEMB frame. 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Waterproofing Systems Roofing Systems HVAC Systems 40

The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Construction Material Outlook – Q1 2024 Lumber: Trending up In 2023, lumber prices experienced an overall decline following the spikes observed in 2020. HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing: Trending up Significant backlogs persist for equipment, particularly in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing categories.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems Building Materials 52

The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Bid Due Date | November 9, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 3,630 sf branch bank with associated sitework. This is for the Earthwork, Site Utilities, and Concrete. The rest of the project is in BP #2, that bids on November 16th. 64 FS_Geotech Report 09.20.23 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 40

The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Bid Due Date | November 16, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a new 3,630 sf branch bank with associated sitework. This is for all scopes except Earthwork, Site Utilities, and Concrete. Those scopes bid on November 9th. 64 FS_Geotech Report 09.20.23 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 40

The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Bid Due Date | March 9, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description Existing 5-story heavy timber frame and masonry building. 2021 Addenda Lee-Lofts-Addendum-1-3-6-23 Pre-Bid/Job Walk Information A pre-bid meeting and job walk will be held March 1st, 2023 at 10:00 AM CST. Will be restored into a 50-unit apartment building.

Steel Fabrication 40

Steel Fabrication Building Permits Carpentry Masonry 40

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 3, 2023

Convection heaters provide warmth and heat to a specific area or room by circulating air and heating it using a highly efficient electric element,” explained Andrew Martin, Manager of Product Management with Marley Engineered Products. Working in tandem with Technical Air Systems, Inc.,

Millwork 52

Millwork HVAC System Installation Flooring Systems Electrical Systems 52

The MCP Group

AUGUST 14, 2023

Location Pasadena, TX Plans 3 – Bid Set Architectural & Civil Plans Specifications On the plans. 6 – Geotech Report by ECS Southwest, LLP General Information 4 – Bid Set Project Manual MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Bid Due Date | September 26, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a 12,327 sf addition with a 7,650 sf renovation and sitework. 2021 Addenda ADD 1 ADD 2 plus attachments The post Great Bend Readiness Center Addition appeared first on MCP GROUP.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Location Fort Worth, TX Plans 4 – 230616_Echo_Fort Worth,TX – Thru REV 1 Specifications 5 – Echo Fort Worth, TX – SPECS 3 – 230616_Echo_Fort Worth,TX_REV 1 Narrative 6 – ECHO_Ft Worth, TX_COMcheck General Information 1 – Instruction to Bidders 7 – Geotech — Ft.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Location Fort Worth, TX Plans 4 – 230616_Echo_Fort Worth,TX – Thru REV 1 Specifications 5 – Echo Fort Worth, TX – SPECS 3 – 230616_Echo_Fort Worth,TX_REV 1 Narrative 6 – ECHO_Ft Worth, TX_COMcheck General Information 7 – Geotech — Ft.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. High-performance envelope systems, glazing, lighting and HVAC technology can also reduce energy loads.

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Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

High-efficiency HVAC systems, a combination of a dedicated outside air system (DOAS) for efficiency and fresh air turnover and fan-coil units for flexibility, were implemented to enable user customization, with individual controls per area—affording tenants all the air they need but only when and where they need it.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

High-efficiency HVAC systems, a combination of a dedicated outside air system (DOAS) for efficiency and fresh air turnover and fan-coil units for flexibility, were implemented to enable user customization, with individual controls per area—affording tenants all the air they need but only when and where they need it.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

So without further ado, we're thrilled to introduce Autodesk's Construction Champions 2023. Alec has a passion for creating systems and processes that enhance production efficiency, and under her leadership, MPS saw vast improvements in system consolidation, cross-departmental efficiency and the customer experience.

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

BDC Network

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

3 important early considerations for office-to-residential conversions 0 qpurcell Fri, 11/10/2023 - 09:42 Office Buildings Scott Campagna, PE, Senior Director of Housing, IMEG Corp, shares insights from experts on office-to-residential conversion issues that may be mitigated when dealt with early. But there’s no specific code to follow.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Flooring Systems Cost Control Building Controls 52

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

HANNAH, PERI 3D Construction, and CIVE collaborated to print a two-story single-family home with bespoke architecture and a durable structural system. The 4,000-square-foot project demonstrates 3D printing, mass customization, and design solutions that integrate conventional construction systems. 3D printing is a team specialty.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Permits HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

These applications range from fireproofing of structural steel, through-penetration firestopping of mechanical and electrical service, perimeter edge sealing of fire doors, to joint and gap sealing to limit fire spread. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Furthermore, the first company in the UK to harness electricity from waste water will be Scottish Water. After winning the Energy Systems and HVAC category for its Flameless Generator, the second-ranked clean energy solution strengthens its position in the worldwide construction industry.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

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Construction Daily News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The world’s most popular green building rating system is LEED. Other green aspects of the Schoenecker Center, designed by RAMSA and BWBR Architects and built by McGough Construction, include: HVAC systems exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 In September 2023–2024, 40 states added construction jobs while 10 states and D.C.

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Green Building Facility Management Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 52

Commercial Construction Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

One predicament we are working through is on a ground-up food service project, we ordered power in August of 2022 and may receive it in May of 2023. Most adaptive-use projects will require at least some updates to building systems because you are starting with an older property. That was certainly the case with our Englewood office.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Fire Protection System Installation Building Permits Fire Protection Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 5, 2023

A recent report of 2023 reveals that the average home value in Atlanta has shown 1.7% For example, if overlooked, water leaks or electrical faults can cause substantial damage over time. Regularly servicing your HVAC system can help ensure a comfortable, energy-efficient environment year-round.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Flooring Systems HVAC System Installation 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Using a high-quality, carefully designed system such as heavy timber construction offers many advantages to off-site construction. Integration with other systems—Once the timber is in place, other building systems, such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, are integrated into the structure.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Key categories include access control, construction supplies, doors and windows, electrical components, fencing and decking, HVAC, infrastructure, landscaping, lumber, plumbing, pools, roofing, siding and water, among others. “We NYSE: URI), the world’s largest equipment rental company; and United Waste Systems, Inc.,

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Building Products Distribution Risk Management Building Commissioning Building Materials 52