The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

But inside one of three Brucewood Homes , it was a relatively pleasant 55 degrees—with the heating system turned off. RODE worked in collaboration with OPAL , a Maine-based firm that exclusively designs buildings according to passive house principles. The homeowner had switched off the heat to test the efficient, high-performance home.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Rather, it employed an off-site construction method that built all of the wall panels, floor panels, and roof trusses in a nearby factory and assembled them on site in fewer than three days. he was struck by an eerie silence. No cutting (or recutting) of materials required, hence the notable lack of any construction din.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements. This included everything from LED lighting mimicking traditional bulbs’ warmth to the geothermal HVAC system installed without altering the building’s facade.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on Dec. If you design, install, commission, maintain or repair metal roofing systems, this course will provide you with the tools and techniques to do your job correctly and avoid problems.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2024

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof. By Darrell L.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Department of Energy’s Home Energy Score (HES) , which assesses the energy efficiency of a home based on its structure and heating, cooling, and hot-water systems, has a greater influence on home sale prices across the country. The units also include a quick-hang bracket system, making one-person installation easier. 15 asphalt felt.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2024

By Chadwick Collins Photo and illustrations courtesy Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) An often-overlooked issue during new construction or a commercial renovation project is the addition of unwanted moisture into the structure. Typically, water vapor or moisture movement—called diffusion—travels from warm humid (i.e.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2024

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof. By Darrell L.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Everest Systems, a leading manufacturer of high-performance roof coatings, is pleased to announce the release of its new specification document for FLUOROSTAR , a field-applied PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) roof coating. <p>The post Everest Systems Launches New FLUOROSTAR Roof Coating Spec. </p>

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BD+C

JULY 17, 2014

That is the conclusion that New York-based nonprofit Urban Green Council found in their research on “high cholesterol buildings.”. Body Image: read more.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. “In Metal buildings are highly fire resistant and have been proven to stand up against extreme weather events. According to Dr. W.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

Climate and weather very much influence the design and construction of building enclosure systems, especially roof systems and assemblies. While codes provide the minimum requirements for construction, few provisions focus on resilience. There is a ‘system-focus’ effort embedded within the concept of resilience.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. Globally, buildings and the building construction sector are responsible for over one-third of total global energy consumption and nearly 40 percent of total direct and indirect CO 2 emissions.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The Lakewood Villages project, which consists of four buildings with a total of 96 apartments, in Palm Springs, Fla., 13, WPBF 25 reports, and uses a building system consisting of blocks that interlock much like toy Lego bricks. The blocks are even color coded to show the construction sequence and which pieces go where.

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Civiconcepts

MARCH 4, 2021

The seismic force-resisting system in structural engineering is designed to resist lateral forces like earthquake shocks, and wind loads are called shear walls. Constructing the shear wall is described in the ‘international Building Code’ and ‘International Residential Code’.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

After 80 years of continuous operation the building required significant upgrades to provide tenants with code compliant, state-of-the-art facilities and Class A office space. A building-wide life safety analysis determined that the two existing egress stairs were insufficient to meet the population based on current building codes.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products. and 10.2.7.4)

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has added to its a library of free, downloadable resources for architectural students and their professors with its newest publication, “The Milne Center for Ocean Science and Conservation.”

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

ThirtyOne Elm is a former hotel and office building that underwent major transformation. Photo courtesy Ed Wonsek ThirtyOne Elm, a recently completed residential conversion in Massachusetts, was a former hotel and office building that underwent major transformation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

WESTMINSTER, Colo., — Trimble ® (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today the winners of its 2024 Tekla ® Global Building Information Modeling (BIM) Awards. The Tekla software assisted in managing the complex presetting of the more than 2,500 meters of roof, ensuring the right camber after erection.

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Wolgast Corporation

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

We hear about energy efficiency, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, and carbon emissions more frequently these days, but maybe not as popular is Net Zero Energy Building or Net Zero Energy Building Ready. Once this happens, an Owner can get their building Net Zero Energy Certified.

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BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

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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. Steel or wood is generally easier to adapt in a conversion.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 2, 2020

From the Roof to the Walls: How to Properly Waterproof Homes. Building for quality means building for all weather conditions. Moisture can be absorbed in various building materials and can cause a host of serious structural problems. Make sure to examine these three critical areas: Roofing. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Strong Tie

MAY 7, 2024

This construction method uses connectors and structural screws to create solid connections reinforcing a structure against wind, seismic, and other load forces all the way from the roof down to the foundation. appeared first on Building Strong. The post What is a Continuous Load Path?

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Electricians Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in buildings and construction sites. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2024

Griffin Electric is providing installation work on this new, 7-story mixed-use apartment building, which is expected to reach completion this Fall. Totaling approximately 287,000-sf, this new luxury building will consist of 209 apartments, with the first two levels designated for parking, retail space, and amenities.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Denver voters passed one of the strictest green roof mandates of any city in the world earlier this month. Initiative 300, passed with about 54% of votes cast, creates a new building code that requires vegetative roof systems or solar panels for most buildings 25,000 sf or larger constructed after Jan.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

BRONX, NY— Located in New York City’s South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven, the newly dedicated $175 million 425 Grand Concourse high-rise building serves as the largest Passive House project to date in North America. A principal tenet of Passive House design entails siting the building to optimize sun/heat exposure.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Fabric building companies offer several services to help ensure successful facility projects. By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. Today, users can procure a tension fabric building where every detail is developed with optimal utilization in mind.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Writing a strong, generic specification for FRTW helps ensure code-compliant FRTW will be installed, competition will be encouraged, and ultimately performance and value for the owner will be delivered. The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. Part 1: General. References. wide specimen.

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West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This bill removes many of the obstacles homeowners previously faced when attempting to install hurricane protection systems, such as shutters, motorized screens, and impact-resistant windows. Before this law, many HOAs wielded significant power over homeowners’ decisions regarding the installation of hurricane protection systems.

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BD+C

JUNE 11, 2014

would make roof replacement cost less and would help commercial building owners adopt energy-efficient systems. The “Roofing Efficiency Jobs Act” would cut the 39-year depreciation period of commercial roofs to 20 years. Legislation Codes and Standards' Tom Reed, R-N.Y., and Bill Pascrell, D-N.J.,

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

Energy Efficiency 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

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