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

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

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Held on December 13, this annual event is organized by the rock band Metallicas All Within My Hands charitable foundation. Hetfield commissioned the design as part of an equipment supply agreement with our CASE brand. </p>

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Electrical Systems Foundation Systems Building Commissioning 52

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. This approach avoids unnecessarily analyzing all the detailed system data and only focuses on the data with anomalies.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

the handoff from project design and delivery to construction or construction to commissioning), we lose data. Perhaps the tools or systems being used in each phase do not talk to one another, or the data being generated in one phase is incompatible with the structure of the data in the next phase. But it all comes back to the data.

Stakeholder Engagement 130

Stakeholder Engagement Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Foundation Systems 130

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ This approach avoids unnecessarily analyzing all the detailed system data and only focuses on the data with anomalies.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Recognising the need for a central hub that could bridge these distances, Hodari turned to Autodesk Build to help. By adopting Autodesk Build, Hodari created an environment that eliminated fragmented communication and was the foundation for improving team collaboration.

Project Management Consulting 124

Project Management Consulting Real Estate Development Change Management Project Management 124

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. In this case, a basis-of-design, commodity, stick-built curtain wall system can be shown on the architectural drawings and included in the performance specifications and can be competitively bid by the CM/GC after final construction documents are produced.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

CK Power

DECEMBER 15, 2020

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.

Electrical Wiring Installation 21

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 21

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Gaining insight into the latest equipment ensures design parameters are known well in advance, enabling seamless procurement, installation, and commissioning without impacting the project schedule for a seamless end-user experience. Media systems and analytical tools must also account for adaptability as needs change and advance.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Facility Management Structural Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

This ambitious project–owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT)–is intended to create a direct connection between Cairo, the New Administrative Capital, and 6th of October City via a two-line rapid transit system. When completed, this will be the longest driverless monorail system in the world.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Public Works Government Works Foundation Systems 130

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

A stec Industries observed its 50th anniversary last year, celebrating the foundation of the company by J. This has been a huge benefit.” This extensive first-hand experience played an important role in the development and build of Australia’s first BG Series Batch Plant, delivered to Fulton Hogan on-site in Darwin.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Quality Control Building Design Structural Systems 105

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. A few of these key strategies are outlined below. #1:

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development Building Commissioning 52

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. The design should consider factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.

Real Estate Development 91

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Property Management 91

Natural Building

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Set in an old quarry that was replanted 80 years ago with hardwoods and pines, Woodsmoke was commissioned in the early 1990s. Designed by architect Paul Leech, whose other design work spans decades of environmentally-sensitive projects, the steeply-pitched building has 2,300 sq ft within, with some dramatically shaped rooms.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Staircases Roofing Systems Building Design 52

CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. The acquisition of interlayers, such as manufacturer buildings to office buildings, needs several extra layers inside the plant. Methods of Retrofitting Building. Retrofitting of the Structural System.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Energy Efficiency Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components. healthcare system every year, with “tens of thousands of lives lost” annually.

Flooring Systems 95

Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 95

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

General Services Administration (GSA) is to be commended for its leadership in improving energy and environmental performance across its federal building portfolio. GSA reduced emissions from federal buildings more than 20 percent compared with 2008. performance building rating system in the United States. Airfresh Inc.

Environmental Consulting 55

Environmental Consulting Green Building Project Management Consulting Renewable Energy Systems 55

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Productivity Decline in the Building Industry – What can be done? COVID lockdowns and restrictions have in turn reduced productivity across many industry sectors and there has been a marked Productivity Decline in the Building Industry. How can productivity in the building industry improve?

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Building Materials Manufacturing Safety Regulations Health Regulations 52

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Productivity Decline in the Building Industry – What can be done? COVID lockdowns and restrictions have in turn reduced productivity across many industry sectors and there has been a marked Productivity Decline in the Building Industry. How can productivity in the building industry improve?

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Building Materials Manufacturing Safety Regulations Health Regulations 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition. She has more than 10 years of experience in designing HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of commercial facility types.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

The dedicated technology hub will help accelerate the Fortune 50 company’s technology transformation, serving as the epicenter for the team Lowe’s is hiring to help modernize its IT systems and build future retail experiences. The center will ultimately employ up to 2,000 associates. TX, VA LEAD CYBER CONTENDERS.

Renewable Energy Systems 111

Renewable Energy Systems Zoning Electrical Systems Infrastructure Development 111

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Nominated by their peers for their exceptional achievements, these under-40 individuals aren't just building structures—they're constructing the future. Not only driving the BIM development from a technology point of view but also from the collaborative aspect, building specific project teams and virtual groups.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 116

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 116

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Judd Fuoto , Construction Technologies Manager at Southland Industries , sat down with us to discuss his role there, what it takes to lay a strong foundation for getting innovative technology off the ground, and how to work together effectively in the process. Tell me a little bit about Southland Industries and what you specialize in.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Commissioning Facility Management Change Management 52

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

Companies continue to choose the region as a place to establish and grow headquarters operations—choosing to build a future in metro Atlanta. From full-service, large-scale managed IT solutions to custom software, online and app development, West Michigan’s high-tech industry can build solutions from the ground up.

Renewable Energy Systems 108

Renewable Energy Systems Facility Management Building Permits Public Works 108

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post Learn About the Latest News on Building Optimism in the UK, Redrow to Be Acquired by Barratt, North Wales Hosts UK’s First Carbon Capture Cement Plant And MPs Advise Building to ‘Embrace Tech’ appeared first on UK Construction Blog. After three months of declining prices, building prices rose in January.

Building Optimization 59

Building Optimization Building Materials Building Commissioning Government Works 59

CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

There are various multinational as well as national construction companies in India which are working for the construction of highways, infrastructure, building, and Railway project. Infrastructure includes the construction of transportation, communication, sewage water, and electric systems in the country. Revenue: Rs. 13,831 Crores.

Real Estate Development 64

Real Estate Development Infrastructure Development Building Materials Manufacturing Lean Construction 64

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Queens Borough Hall Municipal Garage and Community Space won the Design-Build Institute of America’s 2024 National Award of Merit. The garage is New York City’s first ever municipal project contracted as a design-build construction undertaking, under the recently authorized NYC design-build legislation.

Building Design 52

Building Design Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Natural Building

APRIL 30, 2022

This net-zero carbon, modular, straw panel Accessory Dwelling Unit in Salt Lake City, Utah, is the first demonstration project and test build of Strawtegi, Inc. The 650 square foot building demonstrates how we can build a home with rapidly renewable, bio-based materials, such as wood, straw, and hemp.

Wall Systems 40

Wall Systems Renewable Energy Systems Modular Construction Structural Systems 40

Digital Construction Works

OCTOBER 14, 2022

There is a myriad of best practices, building and construction methods and newer technology ensuring maximum ROI, including BIM, Digital Twins, 4D Planning and Scheduling, Accelerated Bridge Construction, Innovative and New Construction Materials, Pre-Fabrication, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Drones, Robots, etc.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Foundation Systems Material Storage 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

But heres the thing: if youre not actively building a foundation for long-term success, your business might be standing on shaky ground without you realizing it. When a critical piece of equipment is out of commission, it doesnt just sit thereit holds up crews, stalls timelines, and sometimes even triggers penalty clauses in contracts.

Construction Machinery 40

Construction Machinery Building Automation Foundation Systems Project Management 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In early 2021 Deloitte was commissioned by the Autodesk Foundation to help identify the labour markets most vulnerable to technological disruption in the Asia Pacific region.?The Addressing systemic challenges: government, industry and academia need to work better together to help people get the right skills to fill these open jobs. .

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Foundation Systems Government Works Public Works 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 10, 2023

But buildings under construction have many moving parts and a lot of people put those parts into action. Autodesk Build has been a complete game changer for a lot of our processes. Not only is this a huge help for us with closeout, but we also use it for commissioning, startup checklists, punch lists, and more.

Building Standards 52

Building Standards Construction Management Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

When properly implemented, these systems create value across multiple dimensions of commercial property operations. Consider the water management economics alone: properties implementing smart irrigation systems routinely report 30-60% reductions in water consumption while maintaining or improving landscape health.

Landscaping 40

Landscaping Property Management Cost Control Foundation Systems 40

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

With the goal of advancing research, scientists at Scripps secured a National Science Foundation grant to construct a revolutionary ocean simulator. Diving into the design The positioning of the TDDs and the wave simulator was a meticulous process, carefully adhering to California Coastal Commission regulations.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Historic Preservation Building Products Distribution Building Controls 52

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45