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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals. You can find land on commercial real estate marketplaces.

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Protecting hospital patients from power outages

CK Power

No matter what happens, we make sure their backup power systems are ready to power life-safety critical equipment. It requires a team of experts to customize a long-lasting, dependable system within budget. We work closely with clients to create a system designed around their facility and operations. Budgeting is everything.

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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

Conversations or activity of other occupants, the whirl and beeps of computers and electronic equipment, and the hum of HVAC and mechanical systems all create a cacophony of unwanted sound that is hard to ignore. Impact on occupants One of the first concerns of noise pollution is its effect on human comfort and cognitive performance.

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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

The approval of what would be known as the 2022 Construction Codes ( New York City Building Code ) , came into enforcement in late 2022. The 2022 New York City Building Code chose not to adopt this language, and instead added language that explicitly requires fireblocking installed in most ventilated assemblies.

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Skipping a Measured Building Survey: Risks for Your Office

CCR Magazine

This can disrupt business operations, delaying office occupancy and impacting overall productivity. Compliance and Legal Risks Building regulations in the UK require commercial properties to meet strict guidelines related to accessibility, fire safety, and environmental efficiency.