Construction Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2013

What kind of a payback period should be expected for meeting the standards of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) rating system? To see some of the numbers she shared during the “Enhance Value of Existing Building Stock” segment of her presentation, click here.'

Building Commissioning 120

Building Commissioning Green Building Building Standards Building Design 120

BD+C

AUGUST 26, 2021

The California Energy Commission (CEC) passed new standards that would mandate solar energy and storage on new commercial buildings and high-rise multifamily structures.

Building Commissioning 105

Building Commissioning Building Standards 105

Roads Online

DECEMBER 18, 2024

However, it presented a challenge for Lintec & Linnhoff as the company had to install and commission 100 per cent remotely. In addition, in October 2024, the Lintec CSD2500B was selected to help increase essential road-building activities on three major projects in Jordan.

Renewable Energy Systems 105

Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development Energy Efficiency Modular Construction 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Chris Lister “It is already understood in the industry that facades serve multiple functions in the building envelope, making the integration of thermal breaks crucial for several reasons including- enhanced energy performance maintaining the integrity of the thermal envelope, controlling condensation and fulfilling fire performance criteria.

Building Controls 130

Building Controls Building Codes Building Commissioning Cost Control 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. 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.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. This is a major departure from traditional design-bid-build delivery where the team only sees lump sum costs with various contingencies and, of course, large margins.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

OmTrak

JANUARY 14, 2025

Champion Validated Data What wed like to see : Building a transparent data environment where validated information drives decision-making. Enhance Project Governance for Commissioning and Handover What wed like to see : Establishing stricter governance frameworks to facilitate smooth transitions during commissioning and handover.

Quality Assurance 71

Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Stakeholder Engagement Handover 71

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

BOND Building Construction recently celebrated the topping off of a new Science, Technology, and Engineering building for Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA). BOND Building Construction is the preconstruction and construction manager for the project, a continuation of the companys decade-long relationship with MMA.

Project Management Consulting 59

Project Management Consulting Facility Management Building Commissioning Project Management 59

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 15, 2023

to set general code standards requiring the reduction of embodied carbon emissions in the design and building process, applicable to both commercial buildings and schools. The code additions are amendments to the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code ( CALGreen ), Part 11, Title 24. Photo courtesy Bisgtock.

Building Code Compliance 98

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Standards Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Stok

JULY 31, 2019

While we love good intentions, the design of a high performance building doesn’t mean much if it doesn’t operate at the performance standard it was designed to. All too often, building performance is the focus of the design phase but left to chance in operations. This building performance issue is out of control(s)!

Building Commissioning 53

Building Commissioning Building Optimization Building Controls Cost Control 53

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The challenge is that new water lines must be tested for leaks in the early stages of construction, putting them at risk for corrosion to develop in the remaining 18-24 months before the building may be finished. Contact Cortec® to learn more about preventing corrosion during hydrotesting of new building water lines. </p>

Fire Protection Systems 98

Fire Protection Systems Building Commissioning Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 98

BD+C

MAY 22, 2014

The District of Columbia has more green buildings than other large U.S. cities on a per capita basis, according to the 2012 Green Building Report. s policies have made it a leader in highly efficient building construction and renovation. Regulations Codes and Standards' read more.

Green Building 96

Green Building Building Commissioning Energy Efficiency Building Codes 96

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Green building need not be expensive if cost strategies, program management and environmental strategies are integrated into the project plan from the beginning, according to the report “ Creating a Better World, The Case For Green Buildings.” Standards Codes and Standards'

Green Building 63

Green Building Building Commissioning Project Management Building Codes 63

BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Anyone who owns or operates an existing building should be scheduling energy audits and/or retro-commissioning. Here’s why: Improving building energy performance reduces costs, lowers strain on shared community resources, and demonstrates a commitment to environmental stewardship.

Building Commissioning 81

Building Commissioning Building Standards 81

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 5, 2024

The document, PPI MS-8 Model Specification for Polypropylene (PP-R & PP-RCT) Pressure Pipe Systems for Plumbing & Mechanical Applications , crafted by PPI’s building and construction division (BCD), addresses a wide spectrum of applications, including hot and cold water plumbing, hydronic heating, and district energy systems.

Piping Installation 111

Piping Installation Plumbing Systems Plumbing Building Codes 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

We are focused on building on this momentum and using every avenue to decarbonize the water sector, accelerate water stewardship, and advance water and sanitation access for all.” “We continue to grow and scale our impact through solutions and services that enable a more resilient and sustainable future for our customers and communities.

Sustainability 200

Sustainability Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 200

BDC Network

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Sustainability Group will strengthen Suffolk’s in-house expertise and ability to design and execute a wider range of green building solutions. In post-occupancy, he acts as a vital link between the construction team and the operations team to ensure buildings perform as designed.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Building Commissioning Project Management Consulting 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. The main driving force behind a successful project is improved commissioning—and that’s what you’ll learn about below. . Why is Project Commissioning Important? In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service.

Building Commissioning 84

Building Commissioning Handover Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems 84

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

ATLANTA – A newly published standard focused on the commissioning process will help ensure a fully functional, fine-tuned facility. Architects Mechanical Systems Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Plumbing'

Plumbing Systems 82

Plumbing Systems Building Commissioning Facility Management Plumbing 82

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The manual contains guidelines for inspection of commercial HVAC duct systems for compliance with SMACNA/ANSI HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, (4th edition), Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard (8th edition) and Phenolic Duct Construction Standards (1st edition).

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation HVAC Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 30, 2023

This spring, the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission will complete a two-year rehabilitation project for Northampton Street Bridge. were built to AASHTO H-5 standards for a uniform pedestrian live load of 90 psf and a 10,000 lb. wide sidewalks to cantilever off the truss structure. to 4.125 in., service vehicle load.

Prefabrication 130

Prefabrication Building Commissioning Structural Systems Building Design 130

Vin Civilworld

JULY 2, 2023

Constructing a building encompasses the physical execution of the project, involving activities like excavation, structural construction, and interior finishes. Post-construction activities include testing and inspections, occupancy and commissioning, documentation, and ongoing maintenance.

Building Commissioning 73

Building Commissioning Building Optimization Building Standards Inspection 73

BD+C

DECEMBER 4, 2013

In 2009, more legislation authorizing design-build project delivery passed than in any year in Design Build Institute of America’s history. A study commissioned by DBIA revealed that design-build project delivery represented 40% of the nonresidential U.S. Legislation Codes and Standards' read more.

Building Design 65

Building Design Building Commissioning Building Codes Building Standards 65

Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

This is particularly crucial in areas where governments are increasingly enforcing stricter environmental standards. Limited) Battery has also been designed and commissioned by one of Chinas largest battery manufacturers and technology developers, and proven toperform. Image courtesy of SANY/Putzmeister.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Electrical Systems Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development 105

BD+C

MARCH 7, 2019

The California Building Standards Commission updated state building codes to allow for the use of flame retardant-free foam building insulation in below-grade applications. The change will permit foam insulation containing no flame retardants when installed below a minimum 3.5-inch

Building Commissioning 66

Building Commissioning Building Permits Building Codes Building Standards 66

Practical Law Construction

JANUARY 12, 2023

The recent judgment of the TCC in St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (Project Co) v Lendlease Construction (Europe) Ltd and another provides a fascinating commentary on the importance of drafting a building contract that is tailored to deliver the needs of the employer and the end-user. . The project agreements clause.

Contracts 90

Contracts Building Standards General Contracting Building Commissioning 90

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 10, 2023

But buildings under construction have many moving parts and a lot of people put those parts into action. Tim Kelleher , Operational Standards & Innovation Manager at Brinkman Construction , is all about knowing where those parts are. Autodesk Build has been a complete game changer for a lot of our processes.

Building Standards 52

Building Standards Construction Management Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

New research from Deloitte Access Economics , commissioned by Autodesk, suggests there’s work to be done here. Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps teams advance their data capabilities and ultimately build better.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 118

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Building Permits 118

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Construction News

APRIL 21, 2023

An independent review into construction product safety has questioned whether regulators will be able to effectively enforce tighter standards.

Safety Regulations 64

Safety Regulations Building Commissioning Building Standards 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 20, 2024

This expansion gives the Baird Center the ability to seamlessly run multiple shows and events at the same time thanks to the diversity of meeting spaces that are now available, providing them the opportunity to utilize the building’s footprint to its full potential.” The project is overall designed toward LEED Silver green building standards.

Engineering 100

Engineering Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Electrical Systems 100

BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2014

The California Energy Commission launched the upgrade process to Title 24, the state energy code, last month. The commission is proposing to make Title 24 equivalent to ASHRAE 90.1-2013, This change would impact efficiency requirements for commercial projects on lighting, building envelopes, and HVAC.

Building Commissioning 55

Building Commissioning Building Codes Energy Efficiency Building Standards 55

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 30, 2022

That’s because a finished project will reveal its quality, or lack thereof, once the building is in regular use. So, the question then is : How can safety and quality managers trust that work is on schedule and still meeting the necessary quality standards ? The answer is communication. Too many project photos to manage.

Project Management 98

Project Management Collaboration Building Commissioning Building Standards 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 22, 2024

With multiple LEED-accredited professionals on staff, Moore designs projects that meet the highest standards of environmental focus, energy efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Like Bowman, we are growth-oriented and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to their efforts to build a full-service national MEP/FP practice.

Fire Protection Systems 100

Fire Protection Systems Engineering Plumbing Systems Environmental Consulting 100

Construction News

APRIL 9, 2024

A government-commissioned review has floated the creation a new body for transforming existing buildings – to oversee cladding work, retrofitting and decent homes standards.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Government Works Building Standards Public Works 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

But the more complicated the building, the more difficult it becomes to correlate real-world structures to a 2D medium. In this session, we’ll explore use of issues in design coordination, model coordination, construction safety, quality, and commissioning. There’s so much more to see and do at Autodesk University.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 102

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Quality Control Building Standards 102