CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. This task requires a meticulous approach to handling various materials, managing debris, and minimizing environmental impact. Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations is non-negotiable.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Safety Regulations 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2023

Schmidt Associates, an Indianapolis-based regional architecture, engineering, and interior design firm, proudly announces its prestigious win of the Green Building of the Year: New Construction award from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) East North Central Region. With a budget of $9.2

Green Building 130

Green Building Building Design Sustainability Ceiling Systems 130

iField Smart

JULY 5, 2024

“Top 5 Sustainable Building Materials for Your Next Project” The construction industry might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of “green” initiatives. Source: World Green Building Council That’s a sobering statistic, but there’s good news!

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building 52

Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Architects, designers, and construction professionals alike have adopted the use of innovative materials, techniques, and principles to make this vision come to fruition. Keep reading as we take a deep dive into the various advancements in building design that are shaping modern office environments.

Building Design 52

Building Design Flooring Systems Wall Systems Building Materials 52

Wolgast Corporation

MAY 8, 2024

When you choose to work with a design-builder, you’re adding a whole construction department to your business team that’s dedicated to completing a turn-key project as if it were their own. Turn-key in this instance includes initial concept through design, construction, and a 1-year warranty program.

Building Design 62

Building Design Schedule Management Warranty Project Management 62

Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. Material Selection Selecting the appropriate materials is essential for designing structures in harsh environments. Additionally, they should be low-maintenance, cost-effective, and readily available.

Building Design 110

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency 110

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

The post Building Smart, Building Beautiful: Your Guide to Architectural Design Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Brainstorming ideas selecting materials and putting the finishing touches, I’ll be your guide every step of the way. Let’s Dive into Architectural Design Services!

Building Design 62

Building Design Architecture Painting/finishing Building Code Compliance 62

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, there can be considerable control over one important aspect of sustainability: greenhouse gases (GHGs). One is operational CO2, or the CO2 emitted in the production of energy needed in the operation and use of a building ( e.g. to power, heat, and cool it).

Building Design 59

Building Design Sustainability Building Controls Building Materials 59

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

PN - Project Management

MAY 16, 2022

Commercial buildings account for a large percentage of the overall carbon emissions in the world. Due to this alarming statistic, building or retrofitting structures in line with green initiatives and transitioning to a sustainable building method are logical solutions to reduce C02 emissions.

Green Building 52

Green Building Building Design HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In recent years, material shortages and volatile material prices slowed so many projects to a grinding halt. As a result, contractors and property owners are increasingly considering alternatives to traditional building materials. However, its color consistency is hard to control, and it does take longer to cure.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Curing 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 5, 2023

Named Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pressure Tube, 1/2 Inch Through 3 Inch for Water Service, it is the ANSI-approved standard for PEX tubing intended to deliver potable water into homes and buildings. director of engineering for PPI’s Building & Construction Division. “PEX

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Building Standards Building Controls Quality Control 130

Wolgast Corporation

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A larger building can typically be constructed at a lesser square footage price than a smaller building. The overall price tag may be more, but a bigger building will get better value per square foot than a littler building, based on similar material selection. Also included with this is future proofing.

Cost Control 127

Cost Control Building Design Building Materials Material Storage 127

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

These megastores, who often complete renovations during off-hours, have realized the benefits of using tents for staging, materials storage, organization, equipment protection, safety and security, and providing impromptu meeting space for construction crews sheltered from the elements. Construction Company Inc.

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

Modern construction projects are increasingly defined by the materials used, which impact everything from durability and energy efficiency to aesthetics and cost. This article explores a range of innovative building products transforming the construction industry today, highlighting their applications and benefits.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 27, 2023

Administrators from FRP Advisory took control of the business in May. An update on the administration filed at Companies House said the firm was sunk by a combination of rising materials costs, project delays and defect liability claims. Howard Russell worked across the UK as a design and build contractor for a wide range of sectors.

Cost Control 181

Cost Control Building Controls Building Materials Building Design 181

BD+C

JUNE 29, 2020

Using modern building materials and a new building management system or control system doesn’t always produce a highly efficient building, a systems engineer tells GlobeSt. New buildings don’t always perform as designed due to many variables.

Building Design 59

Building Design Energy Efficiency Building Controls Building Materials 59

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. for the cases considered.

Prefabrication 128

Prefabrication Sustainability Modular Construction Renewable Energy Systems 128

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.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation 130

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Sustainable construction is a term that encapsulates this transition, focusing on creating buildings that are environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and economically viable. This involves incorporating energy-efficient systems, such as high-performance HVAC units, LED lighting, and advanced insulation materials.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Building Materials Manufacturing 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. Costs: As the scope is likely to evolve and change across the design and construction phases, EPCM projects can expect additional engineering costs as work progresses.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Whirlwind Steel

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Building for Life Blog September 5, 2024 by Whirlwind Team Steel Buildings Make a Difference, In a Good Way Steel Buildings Make a Difference, In a Good Way As sustainability becomes an increasingly important consideration in construction, steel buildings stand out as a leading option.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Green Building Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 13, 2024

The post Read the Latest News on a New Method to Materials Procurement Can Improve Building Sustainability, the Bridgwater Road Junction Will Be Built Soon, and an Innovative US Construction Company Has Opened Offices in Rotherwas to Expand its UK Presence appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Building Materials 62

Building Materials Procurement Building Materials Manufacturing Sustainability 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Innovative building designed to collect, preserve and make all records available to the public Acclaimed national interdisciplinary design firm HGA is pleased to announce the completion of the Pennsylvania State Archives, located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. HGA partnered with Vitetta in the design of the new facility.

Historic Preservation 201

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 201

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

They depict how specific components or systems will be fabricated, installed, and assembled in accordance with the contract documents and design drawings. Importance of Shop Drawings Precision and Clarity : Shop drawings provide detailed information that design drawings may not, ensuring precise fabrication and installation of components.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Risk Management Quality Control Building Controls 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University is remarkable not only for its state-of-the-art design, but also for its purpose in addressing the ongoing challenges of recruiting talented students to the fields of engineering and advanced manufacturing. By Luke Carothers The new E.S.

Plumbing Systems 100

Plumbing Systems Engineering Structural Systems HVAC Systems 100

Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

The construction industry is evolving rapidly with the advent of new technologies that are reshaping how projects are designed, managed, and executed. Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone in modern construction practices. Key Innovations in Construction Technology 1.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

The commercial construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements, sustainable practices, and innovative design approaches. Developers are increasingly opting for materials like recycled steel, reclaimed wood, and low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints to minimize environmental impact.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected a visually striking, sustainable design for new air traffic control towers, to replace the existing outdated towers at more than 100 municipal and regional airports across the U.S. Pei’s iconic mid-century towers, the design combines aesthetics and functionality for the modern era.

Renewable Energy Systems 97

Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls Structural Systems 97

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 1, 2023

By Kevin Haynes Designing the transition between an effective air barrier and fenestration, such as curtain wall and storefront, can present challenges for the designer and specifier. An effective AWB controls both air leakage and vapor diffusion through the building envelope, helping prevent materials’ deterioration.

Wall Systems 59

Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Cost Control 59

BDC Network

JUNE 20, 2024

Students increasingly seek inclusive design, communities to enhance learning and living, and a focus on wellness that encompasses everything from meditation spaces to mental health resources. How can we open it up and make spaces that are private but public and semi-public to build these interactions?”

Building Design 98

Building Design Building Materials Building Controls Facility Management 98

Building Radar

JULY 24, 2024

Environmental regulations in the construction industry are designed to minimize the impact of construction activities on the environment. These regulations address various aspects of construction, from waste management and air quality control to water conservation and the use of sustainable materials.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Safety Regulations Energy Conservation 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2024

The post Enhancing Buildings with Modern Curtain Walling Systems appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Curtain walling is a type of cladding used in construction to protect buildings from weather and enhance their appearance. It doesn’t support structural loads, offering design flexibility and energy efficiency.

Wall Systems 62

Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Building Materials 62