Civil Engineer Blog

JULY 14, 2024

Source : Wikipedia) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete Book Description The “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete” (“Code”) covers the […] The post ACI Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete Review first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The University of Washington’s (UW’s) Health Sciences and Education Building (HSEB) in Seattle features a sustainable structural system with cross-laminated timber (CLT), steel, and concrete. The system impacted Seattle Building Code, which previously did not have provisions for hybrid mass timber structures.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The International Code Council has for the first time added a section on tornado resilience to the 2024 version of the International Building Code.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Risk is growing from flooding and wildfires, said National Institute of Building Sciences panelists, and builders are relying on outdated guidance.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” They will also be able to determine the level of performance in an energy code or high-performance rating system.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 26, 2023

Department of Energy (DOE) published a new report on July 13 called “Enhancing Resilience in Buildings Through Energy Efficiency.” Provide, for new single-family buildings, benefit-cost ratios from 2 times to over 6 times, making a strong financial argument for adoption. population across 15 states, the U.S.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The proposal could have reduced energy use 30% across the state, saving residents and businesses more than $170 million, one proponent reported.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 13, 2024

Adhering to building codes and regulations is crucial for ensuring safety, quality, and legal compliance in construction industry. What Are Building Codes and Regulations? Building codes are a set of standards designed to ensure the safety and quality of construction. Importance of Compliance 1.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Some changes to the commonwealth's code, which are based on the 2015 version of the International Building Code, were adopted in full, while others were approved with some deletions or revisions.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

The unified green building code — which addresses topics such as energy efficiency, water safety, land use, site development and building performance — is meant to make it easier for jurisdictions and contractors.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 22, 2023

To fortify fire safety measures for those using rental buildings, and further mitigate fire risks on construction sites, the Fire… The post Understanding fire protection: are your buildings up to code? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 15, 2023

May 01, 2023 marked the first day of building safety month 2023, the International Code Council’s (ICC’s) 43rd annual campaign designed to increase awareness of building safety issues in homes, schools, and other global buildings. Photo courtesy International Code Council.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 22, 2021

This is a major accomplishment as the report and supplemental testing data will reassure building departments of the compliance of SuperAdobe with the International Building Code. The post Building Code Approval for Superadobe! appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 5, 2018

In order to ensure that specified building products comply with codes and standards, building code officials should take into account the credentials of accrediting bodies, says Shahin Moinian, P.E., the president of ICC Evaluation Service.

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BD+C

JUNE 16, 2021

States lacking consistent statewide building codes are most vulnerable to the effects of hurricanes , according to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) 2021 edition of Rating the States.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 10, 2024

There are new requirements for building air tightness, glazing thermal performance, energy conservation, code compliance paths, and thermal bridging.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Co-sponsored by NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, the primary purpose of this program is to educate on ACI CODE-440.11-22 ACI CODE-440.11-22 ACI CODE-440.11-22 22 and the application of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) reinforced concrete in the construction industry.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 26, 2019

The modernization brings the city in line with international standards and gives contractors more options for building materials and technologies.

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Construction Dive

JULY 9, 2024

The code update will affect the definition of a major building and how many permits a superintendent can be involved with at one time, according to former DOB assistant commissioner Peter Amato.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The new National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 5000 Building Construction and Safety Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code have Allowances for larger and taller mass timber buildings.

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BD+C

JULY 26, 2021

could be a spark to ignite wholesale revisions to the state’s building codes similar to the effect of Hurricane Andrew. The Champlain Towers South collapse in Surfside, Fla.,

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2024

As an ANSI-approved standard, the NGBS is subject to periodic review and updates in light of advances in building codes, technologies, and other developments. Find out more Codes + Standards Green Projects Resilient Construction Energy Efficiency Codes + Standards Anyone interested is eligible to submit comments.

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BD+C

APRIL 4, 2019

Chicago recently announced a “comprehensive” overhaul to local building codes. It had been 70 years since the last wholesale revamp of the city’s codes. The city has adopted the International Building Code’s (IBC) terminology and classification systems. The new code will include: · Provisions for modern materials.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 17, 2019

The International Code Council's copyright suit claims damages to its revenue model. The startup says its searchable platform gives users "free, unfettered access" to law.

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BD+C

JUNE 4, 2020

2019 saw significant movement throughout the commercial energy code landscape. In addition to a large number of states adopting newer code cycles, we saw more interest than ever in the building envelope code requirements affecting projects throughout the country.

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Construction Today

AUGUST 2, 2023

Building codes and standards that support resilient infrastructure are more important than ever due to the increasing frequency and severity of disasters and other environmental hazards. Buildings should be built with regard to the surrounding natural areas. Striking this balance is a challenge, but it is possible.

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Buildern

APRIL 12, 2023

That world is within your reach today, and the key lies in construction cost codes. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of cost codes and explore how they can revolutionize your project management approach. Everything to Know to Get Started with Construction Cost Codes What Is a Cost Code in Construction?

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 15, 2022

Move to elevate building code risk levels for utility-owned power facilities, under code council vote through Oct. 24, is being challenged by clean energy development groups as expensive and unneeded

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ENR Construction

APRIL 13, 2022

guidance on tornado-resistant design into the model 2024 International Building Code passed the International Code Council’s structural committee by a vote of 14-0. A proposal to incorporate the first U.S.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 25, 2024

Coming to the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) LAS VEGAS – Today, the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) announced the launch of its Stronger Standards, Exceptional Structures campaign, in preparation for the release of the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC). The newly added Section R506.2—Post-tensioned

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The 45-day public comment period for Draft 3 of the 2024 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is now open and will close on Nov. The latest draft includes updates to align with newer building codes and introduces new compliance options for existing structures and buildings in tropical climates.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 12, 2022

Every three years the International Code Council updates its building codes, which eventually become the basis for codes adopted by the states. From September of 2019 until now, the 2015 versions have been incorporated into New Hampshire’s state building code, RSA 155-A. That has just changed.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 8, 2020

I got an email this morning from Clay Greathouse who is beginning to build an earthbag house for his family in Cochise County, Arizona. He writes, “Cochise County offers a Building Inspection Opt-Out , which we are taking advantage of, but they are trying to change this, so a # of us folks are working hard to maintain this option.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2023

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

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BD+C

JANUARY 11, 2021

The continued growth of zero energy buildings ( ZEB ) will be driven by commitment from developed and developing economies in pursuing ZEB targets, enforcement of stringent global building codes and standards, and advancements in building technologies.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 6, 2023

ESG software, a waste-battling robot and a building code library were among the wares on display at the largest green building conference in the world.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 29, 2024

Black Buffalo Hits Print on First Internationally Code Compliant 3D-Printed Home qpurcell Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:16 Black Buffalo 3D has broken ground in Fort Worth’s Southside community with its pilot LoMa 3D-printed home at 100 W. Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process.

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