Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

By working together during preconstruction, our team was able to develop a roadmap that prepared the project for potential challenges, ensuring a smoother process and better budget control​. These proactive safety measures reduced the risk of on-site incidents, minimized legal risks, and kept the project in line with OSHA requirements.

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iField Smart

JULY 7, 2024

This approach was plagued by: Delays and Bottlenecks: The physical movement of documents, waiting for approvals, and resolving discrepancies consumed significant time , pushing back project timelines, and leading to frustration among stakeholders.

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Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 103

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Cutting corners on this critical step can lead to problems down the road that negatively impact the floor’s performance and shorten its lifespan. Cracks, grooves, control joints, and other irregularities must be filled or smoothed with latex patching or underlayment compound. Building Envelope Solutions. Commercial buildings.

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Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 97

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In 2022, Sloan was among the first companies to sign on to The Water Council’s WAVE program, an initiative designed to help companies improve, report, and verify their water stewardship progress. About Sloan Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906.

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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.

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Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This month, we have more than 35 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, ProEst, BuildingConnected, Assemble, and BIM 360. Notification | Advanced Settings – Personalize Autodesk Build email notifications so teams stay on the same page.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. The second enhancement adds an additional trigger for Contract approval workflow if the committed SOV value exceeds the Revised Budget.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Air Testing, also called Air Permeability Testing, Air Leakage Testing, or Air Tightness Testing/Pressure Testing , is the accepted way to calculate the total amount of air a building loses due to leaks in its envelope, or fabric. When a building is designed to limit the loss of heated air, it saves energy and money on bills.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

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Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

In addition, on the former Maywood Chemical Works site, the Army Corps safely removed radioactive soil, contaminated buildings, and metal drums that contained remnants of harmful solvents and degreasers. Throughout the project’s progress, public safety measures have been in place for the community.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Structural silicone glazing (SSG) continues to grow in popularity for its aesthetic and performance characteristics. Its superior thermal performance compared to captured systems allows designers to enable compliance with more stringent energy standards and code requirements while reducing sightlines between glazed units.

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Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Code Compliance 59

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Permitting and Approval: Obtaining permits and approvals from local health departments or regulatory agencies is typically mandatory for new septic tank installations.

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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.

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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects. T The following figure, for example, was produced in 1972.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Global support doesn’t dictate local action from a command and control perspective, but rather helps to assure common knowledge, goals, and anticipated outcomes. This is an environment within with risks and rewards are shared.

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iField Smart

MAY 25, 2024

Version Control Issues : With multiple revisions and iterations of drawings and specifications, maintaining version control becomes challenging. Customizable workflows enable stakeholders to define roles, responsibilities, and approval processes, ensuring that RFIs are routed to the appropriate parties for timely resolution.

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Construction Management Risk Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. 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. Take BIM for example.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Cutting corners on this critical step can lead to problems down the road that negatively impact the floor’s performance and shorten its lifespan. Cracks, grooves, control joints, and other irregularities must be filled or smoothed with latex patching or underlayment compound. Building Envelope Solutions. Commercial buildings.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 60

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Yet, many businesses and property owners underestimate the importance of measured building surveys , often skipping them to cut costs or speed up the project timeline. Below, we explore six major problems that can arise when you skip a measured survey for your office building.

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Surveying Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. Labor line items are not to provide services, typically performed under a separate service or requirements contract.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

Without it, delays and budget overruns can spiral out of control, leading to frustrated stakeholders and tarnished reputations. Whether you’re overseeing commercial construction or smaller-scale builds, understanding how to track progress effectively is your key to success. How will you measure success?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

We’re also excited to share some of our latest and greatest updates for Autodesk Build today. . Cost Management | Performance Tracking* . Cost Management | Expense Custom Approval Workflow* . Reports | Column Control Account Cost Reports . Reports | Photos Control . Highlighted Releases. Cost Management .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The Building Quality Assurance Act, Wet Kwaliteitsborging voor het Bouwen , is set to be introduced in mid 2023 and will radically change the building system regulations for the Dutch built environment. The new legislation will impact many stakeholders from construction businesses and municipalities to building owners and consumers.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Supporting Components In addition to the main duct runs transferring air to diffusers, properly engineered systems include volume control dampers, turning vanes, access doors, support hangers, and insulation.

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HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This often left homeowners without the necessary protective measures, increasing their vulnerability during hurricane season. Homeowners can work with their HOA boards to ensure that all protections are aligned with House Bill 293 and are compliant with Florida’s stringent building codes.

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Code Compliance 98

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.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Autodesk Build . ReCap mesh files can now be saved as NWC models in Autodesk Construction Cloud for model coordination, issue resolution, recording precise measurements, providing comprehensive closeout documents, and more. . Reports | Column Control Account Cost Reports . Reports | Photos Control . Assemble .

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In Eight

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Functionalities found in different construction technologies allow more control over the issues that tend to trigger disputes in the first place. One solution in particular can dramatically reduce the incidence of design-based claims: building information modeling (BIM).

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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

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

air entrained concrete specifications should be clearly written and comply with Chapter 19 of ACI 318R-14 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete). In addition, coarse aggregate and all other concrete mixture constituents should be tested and approved for use in freeze-thaw environments. Performance enhancers.

Quality Assurance 60

Quality Assurance Curing Quality Control Structural Systems 60

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2017

Ability to perform “what-if” scenarios. Standardized process for selecting projects and optimizing building portfolio. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Global oversight and leadership without excessive management and control that is supportive and enables the leverage of local capability and expertise.

Contracts 40

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Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

This 4.6kW model is big on size as well as performance. Measuring H606mm x W490mm x D320mm, it can burn logs up to 35cm long and has a wide ceramic glass window for a great view of the flickering flames as they crackle and pop within. This helps to optimise combustion and performance and is easy to maintain.

Building Performance Measurement 40

Building Performance Measurement Building Products Distribution Energy Efficiency Material Handling 40

Maltaward

MAY 14, 2024

Strong Barriers and Blocks Ensure Facility Security Robust, heavy-duty, and physically resilient barriers and access control measures are effective solutions when security risks are heightened. This could mean separate checkpoints for buildings like warehouses, loading bays, and executive offices, for example.

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Zoning Quality Control Facility Management Property Management 52

Jonas Construction

JULY 30, 2024

Minor adjustments can be made during a pit stop, while major changes need to occur as soon as possible to ensure the car performs to its fullest potential. This is how successful project management teams approach a construction project. tasks carried out, challenges, milestones,etc.)

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In Eight

APRIL 11, 2023

When project costs aren’t closely managed, they’re more likely to spiral out of control and put projects squarely among scores of others like them: over budget and behind schedule. By identifying potential cost overruns early on, owners can take proactive measures to mitigate risk and protect their investment.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Consulting Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2017

LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating – Within this structure the Real Property Owner must demonstrate appropriate leadership skills and manage the appropriate selected team of internal and external service providers and stakeholders without excessive control.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Estimating Collaboration Cost Control 40

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

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