UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building. Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. Maximum height: 4.3m

Fire Protection System Installation 52

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

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.

Project Management 103

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. The solution? Governmental change. The end goal?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Change Management 98

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Key Services Offered by Assent Building Control appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assent Building Control provides various services to ensure construction projects comply with regulations and run smoothly. Their expertise covers various aspects, from understanding building codes to managing project approvals.

Building Controls 59

Building Controls Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations 59

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

But the Desert Comfort Idea Home , a high-performance, net-zero–energy custom home built in the Sonoran Desert north of Phoenix, the latest in a series of Idea Homes produced by Pro Builder , is very real … and it delivers all of the comforts a desert oasis promises. You can’t just assume they’ll figure it out.”

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Wall Systems 130

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. If using the probe test method for measuring moisture vapor emission rate (MVER) outlined in ASTM 2170, the maximum limit specified by ASTM F710 is 75% relative humidity (RH). VERSASHIELD.

Concrete Pouring 97

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 97

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Quantitative metrics/performance indicators. It is impossible to manage what isn’t measured and most public sector agencies fail at an elemental level, the lack of cost visibility. The only valid cost measurement is a line-item estimate based upon local market conditions. What Is a Project Expense? It’s that simple.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Project Management Building Performance Measurement Change Management 105

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Without a unified system to monitor resource availability, usage, and performance, project managers struggle to enhance resource use and manage project schedules. Automated workflows make document approvals seamless leading to reduced delays and risks. Inefficient use of these resources leads to idle time, wastage, and inflated costs.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

Building Information Management

JULY 16, 2012

July 16th, 2012 – NIBS Report - National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council . Per the NIBS Consultative Council there are four areas where our industry needs to focus highlights four in order to improve buildings and infrastructure. Defining High-Performance and Common Metrics.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 81

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Consulting Building Codes 81

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.

Environmental Impact Assessment 111

Environmental Impact Assessment Plumbing Systems Building Performance Measurement Site Planning 111

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2020

The codes governing their application are also changing to ensure their performance as a viable element of the building envelope. The International Building Code ( IBC ) refers to loads on sloped glass in Section 2404.2 approved plastics. for wind, snow, seismic, and dead loads. Potential breakage is key.

Building Codes 98

Building Codes Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 98

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 104

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

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.

Public Works 130

Public Works Building Performance Measurement Zoning Property Management 130

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Project Management Change Management 105

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

New Model Guidance for Building Manuals Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Model Guidance for Building Manuals. This guidance is a national model for building manuals defining the minimum building manual information requirements.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

New Model Guidance for Building Manuals Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Model Guidance for Building Manuals. This guidance is a national model for building manuals defining the minimum building manual information requirements.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

For example, in a senior living facility project, Englewood worked with the Director of Construction to implement a clear change order process, allowing both parties to evaluate and approve modifications before they were implemented.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

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.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Handover 64

Wrench

AUGUST 3, 2023

The performance of a project is defined by meeting the stated objectives and completing the project is approved cost and schedule. How is the performance monitored during the execution phase? Project performance is measured during the project execution phase by monitoring the progress.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Risk Management Schedule Management 52

OmTrak

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Do you ever wonder why, despite the rapid advancements in technology, we’re still struggling to improve productivity in the building sector? ” The report makes a staggering claim: “Improvements to the industry’s productivity performance could save Australia $47 billion annually.”

Building Performance Measurement 85

Building Performance Measurement Building Standards Building Design Construction Management 85

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Property Management Project Management 122

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.

Piping Installation 64

Piping Installation Health Regulations Building Permits Safety Regulations 64

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Performance management, while ultimately the owner’s responsibility, is shared and is accomplished at a systemic level. Within the Program, all participants and stakeholders share a clearly defined common vision.

Lean Construction 76

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 76

Building Information Management

JUNE 20, 2012

Key Topics / Take Aways: Identify and advance technologies, processes, and management practices that improve the performance of federal facilities over their entire life-cycle, from planning to disposal. The “how” of measuring investment successes. You can’t manage what you don’t measure. Communication strategies.

Facility Management 61

Facility Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement 61

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.

Estimating 98

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 98

Construction Marketing

JULY 6, 2010

Given that construction decisions are made by hundreds of thousands of businesses, nonprofit institutions, and government organizations, it is extremely difficult to get comprehensive information on building plans. 1 ] Construction spending for nonresidential buildings totaled more than $330 billion in 2004, according to data from the U.S.

Architecture 92

Architecture Building Performance Measurement Building Design General Contracting 92

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

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.

Structural Systems 59

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Code Compliance 59

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.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Building Radar

AUGUST 11, 2024

According to eSub’s comprehensive guide , a submittal is a formal document or sample submitted by the contractor to the project owner or design team for review and approval. A submittal is a formal document or sample submitted by the contractor to the project owner or design team for review and approval.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Project Management Building Materials Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

By eliminating bank approval and verifying proof of funds quickly, you can wrap up your deal and walk away worry-free. Perform a Thorough Title Search You protect yourself from hidden claims or liens by always conducting a full title search. Inspection transparency builds trust with buyers.

Inspection 52

Inspection Building Performance Measurement Government Works Communication 52

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. If using the probe test method for measuring moisture vapor emission rate (MVER) outlined in ASTM 2170, the maximum limit specified by ASTM F710 is 75% relative humidity (RH). DUCTILCRETE®.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 60

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.

Contracts 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105

Practical Law Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

However, in summary, following the Grenfell tragedy, the building owner (Martlet) carried out a fire safety review of its high-rise residential towers, discovering that the cladding system installed by the design and build contractor (Mulalley) between 2005 and 2008 included combustible expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation boards.

Safety Regulations 96

Safety Regulations Wall Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Design 96

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.

Surveying 40

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

iField Smart

MAY 25, 2024

Additionally, by analyzing RFI trends and patterns, construction teams can identify recurring issues or areas for improvement, enabling them to implement proactive measures to prevent similar issues from arising in future projects.

Construction Management 105

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

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Metaldyne Performance Group (MPG) will expand its operations in North Vernon, IN, creating up to 126 new jobs by 2019. Photo: Metaldyne Performance Group). The new building will be adjacent to MPG’s current 130,000-square-foot facility. The Michigan-based company will invest $30.6 The Michigan-based company will invest $30.6

Building Performance Measurement 47

Building Performance Measurement Building Commissioning Site Planning Construction Equipment 47