Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 20, 2024

Enhancements and Further Open Standards Adoption Boost Collaboration Performance WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the introduction of 2024 versions of its Tekla ® software for constructible Building Information Modeling (BIM), structural engineering and steel fabrication management.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 130

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Property Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

Mr. Ruby’s structural engineering career spans over 60 years working for steel fabricators, erectors, contractors, and architects, all the while developing his passion for constructability. Recognized internationally as a structural steel expert, he was a registered engineer in 36 states. Ruby, PE, SE, has retired.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Building Design Building Standards Building Codes 130

BDC Network

OCTOBER 28, 2024

John Quaine MFPRO+ Blog Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Apartments Designers Architects Mid-rise apartment buildings have cropped up at an increasing rate in cities across the U.S. The reason is two-fold: mid-rise apartment buildings are a cost-effective solution for developers and cities need more housing. in recent years.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Materials Steel Fabrication Building Design 52

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.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

BDC Network

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. This can be done multiple ways: gluing, nailing, or doweling.

Building Materials Manufacturing 111

Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Building Materials Building Controls 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

CCG serves major infrastructure markets from rail and bridge to utility and waterfront with design-build and structural fabrication expertise. Pultrusion and vacuum infusion molding are the two most common fabrication methods for heavy and civil infrastructure projects.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Building Materials 130

Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Electrical Systems 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

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By Dale Payne Photos ©Moris Moreno Photography/courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics Pandemic-level illness, a nationwide mental health crisis, and healthcare worker burnout are fueling a reimagined future for America’s healthcare infrastructure. Why metal fabric? percent annually this year and next.

Steel Fabrication 59

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Fire Protection System Installation 59

BDC Network

JULY 22, 2024

Fire-Rated Frames Contribute More Than Code Compliance 1 kcichowicz Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:52 Fire-rated design is no longer limited to opaque materials. Fire-rated glass and narrow-profile, fire-rated frames support inspiring and code-compliant designs. Defending against fire is an essential part of safer school design.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Meeting today’s quick-turn construction schedules and more stringent energy codes, Tubelite 400TU SG Series Therml=Block® and 400SS SG curtainwall provide shop-glazed solutions for low- to mid-rise buildings. The system also can be steel-reinforced for strong wind loads. first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Products Distribution Structural Systems Painting/finishing 52

Whirlwind Steel

AUGUST 2, 2022

August 2, 2022 by Whirlwind Team DO YOU NEED AN ENGINEER TO BUILD YOUR STEEL BUILDING? Do you need an engineer to build your steel building? A small garden shed or simple steel warehouse, probably not. They encourage engineers for metal-based building projects.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Code Compliance Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 31, 2024

These assemblies lack many necessary components that comprise an effective building enclosure system. Issues related to this wall assembly have led to numerous buildings requiring extensive repairs, and in some cases, full recladding, or even demolition. During the transition from mass masonry walls to the “four barrier” (i.e.

Masonry 64

Masonry Wall Systems Building Codes Waterproofing Systems 64

BIM & Beam

APRIL 13, 2016

Preparing the Steel Industry for a Connected Future. Updated Autodesk Structural Fabrication Suite helps advance connected BIM-based steel design and construction workflows. The steel industry is transforming in ways not seen since the industrial revolution.

Steel Fabrication 43

Steel Fabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design Building Materials 43

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. Support spacing depends on metal thickness.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

Last night I was able to download and install Building Design Suite 2017 from my Autodesk subscription account. The special R2 version gives us early access to some of Revit 2017 features that were code complete and did not require a file format change, which necessitates an upgrade of files. Long Post Warning, worth it I hope.

Steel Fabrication 75

Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Piping Installation Wall Systems 75

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

We also recognize that not all companies have the engineering resources or time to build custom integrations. ACC Connect – a robust, no-code platform that keeps your apps and data connected – helps you tailor integrations to your business and workflow needs, keeping your teams and projects connected and moving forward. .

Project Management 105

Project Management Risk Management Construction Management Change Management 105

Natural Building

APRIL 4, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Masonry Heaters.

Green Building 76

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Wall Systems 76

BIM & Beam

JANUARY 2, 2018

The visual programming interface of Dynamo for Revit is enabling structural engineers with the tools to build structural models with minimal energy and make their own structural design tools. They can access and edit building parameters more effectively than traditional hard coded tools allow. Learn more. Watch video: @tomekf.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 0

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Structural Systems Building Optimization 0

BIM & Beam

AUGUST 1, 2018

Before we dive in, let’s quickly review the four benefits of BIM for engineers: Combines the versatility of 2D documentation with the higher level of fidelity and accuracy of 3D modeling of steel reinforcement and concrete accessories, with minimal effort to produce both. Its length and height are dictated by its place in the building.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 75

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Building Codes Steel Fabrication 75

CivilJungle

JANUARY 26, 2022

A rebar is a steel bar that is used in the concrete to provide extra strength to the structure. Also, read: What Is Unit Weight | What Is Density | What Is Unit Weight Material | Unit Weight Building Materials. Carbon steel rebar. Stainless steel rebar. Welded wire fabric (WWF) rebars. Carbon Steel Rebar.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Electrical Wiring Installation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2025

Welding is very important, especially when rehabilitating existing commercial buildings. Now, let us discover how welding enables retrofitting to go beyond being simply efficient but is often crucial for durability and code adherence. Also, effective welding contributes to enhancing a buildings load pattern on the ground.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Materials Steel Fabrication Material Handling 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From towering commercial complexes to humble backyard sheds, metal buildings are revolutionizing how we conceive and construct structures. What Are Metal Buildings? A metal building is a structure made mainly from steel or aluminum parts. Freestanding or can be attached to existing buildings. Quick to assemble too.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Permits 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

When it comes to commercial building design, few elements are as underrated as the railing system. Importance of Commercial Railings Railing systems play a multi-faceted role in commercial building design: Safety – railings are essential for promoting the safety of a high-traffic commercial space.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Staircases Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

Outdoor lifestyle is crucial to commercial buildings. Architects are often looking for ways to create or enhance outdoor spaces in commercial buildings. It also creates a new building zone called the ‘mid-doors,’ a term coined recently by Transsolar’s Erik Olsen, in his series “What is Indoors?” Photos courtesy GKD-USA.

Building Design 72

Building Design Building Products Distribution Steel Fabrication Building Resilience 72

Natural Building

AUGUST 22, 2022

Now, it struggles to compete with man-made materials like cement and steel to meet immediate issues of urbanization. Unlike fabricated materials, the naturally-grown plant comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, making it difficult to generalize norms and standards around construction methods. mage © Arch-Exist. Image © Eric Dinardi.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Infrastructure Development Building Codes 52

CivilJungle

MAY 20, 2022

Introduction of Steel Price Per Kg Today. Steel is the main element needed for constructing structures, islands, and other structures. Due to the aureole epidemic, the rate of Construction accouterments is increasing daily, and steel is the spine of any structure. Steel Price Per Kg Today. Steel Price Today.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Building Materials 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. s Court Square neighborhood and setting the stage for the city’s long-term economic growth.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Concrete admixture technology is advancing rapidly, with construction trends shifting toward high-performance and green buildings. Corrosion inhibitors – Provide a protective molecular layer on steel reinforcement to prevent rusting. Geotextile membranes – Advanced polymer fabric sheets that are waterproof yet breathable.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Building Materials Steel Fabrication 64

Construction Specifier

MARCH 2, 2025

EIT, and Tom Jaleski, ICC Photos courtesy RDH Building Sciences As the design and construction industry shifts toward more eco-conscious building systems, mass timber has become a prominent element in this new direction. To put it more bluntly, If someone invented wood today, it would never be approved as a building material.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 52

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Formwork is the mould used during the building to give the desired structural form by pressing concrete into the mould. Within a week of stripping the form, the materials are separated it can be used in some building projects or several other sections of the job. Form of steel. The combined form of wood-steel.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials 52

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 24, 2020

The concrete slab is a horizontal surface of a residential building or commercial building, factories, flat, etc. The thickness of the steel-reinforced slab is near about 100-500mm. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil. Main Steel.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Building Design 52

Natural Building

MARCH 18, 2022

Wood provides a natural form of carbon sequestration, so there’s a move to use timber in place of industrial materials for building. Indeed, some countries are calling for public buildings to be made at least partly from timber, and large-scale timber buildings have been appearing around the world.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Building Materials Steel Fabrication Building Design 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Recent disruptions in supply chains, workforce shortages, and other obstacles to project schedules have led more owners and contractors to look for off-site, prefabricated construction methods to improve the quality and efficiency of their builds. Timber framing boasts a lower embodied carbon footprint than steel or concrete materials.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Therefore, the structural support must be enhanced to accommodate these loads, which may include reinforcing beams and supports to ensure the building’s safety and compliance with local building codes. Filter membrane Typically a durable, lightweight fabric, this layer ensures the growing medium does not clog the drainage.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Roofing Systems Green Building Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 11, 2024

Building a customized pool requires proper planning, tools, and persistent work, but completing a DIY project saves substantially on professional labor costs. Why Build a Pool? By being pre-molded at the factory level and dropped-off into a pre-dug ground hole they minimize building complexities.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Zoning 52