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.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. Read on to learn about the advantages of fabric buildings.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In the battle against urban pests, prevention through strategic material selection offers a powerful first line of defense. While many property owners focus on post-infestation treatments, the choice of building materials during construction can significantly reduce or even prevent cockroach problems before they begin.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

You control how much to spend, and with expert advice, you can estimate the value your changes will add to your property. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. You’re not alone.

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PN - Project Management

MARCH 26, 2024

"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. Are your construction materials compliant?

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Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Materials such as drywall, concrete, and insulation often release particulate matter that can cause respiratory issues. These technologies include: Sound-dampening materials: The use of sound-absorbing materials in the purifier’s casing can significantly reduce noise levels. A report by the U.S.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

With public and private support for this renewable resource, experts believe mass timber could challenge steel and concrete as favored construction materials. Structure and foundation make up over half of a building’s embodied carbon footprint, so they are often targeted first for reductions. concrete) in the substructure.

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iField Smart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

With complex supply chains, fluctuating material costs, workforce availability, and increasing project demands, construction resource management has become essential for maintaining efficiency, minimizing costs, and adhering to timelines. Material Management: Materials are one of the largest cost centers in construction projects.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Determine what you want to use the garage fora workshop, a gym, storage, or perhaps a multifunctional space.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 3, 2025

The focus typically remains on functionality, cost control, and operational efficiency. Lynx is considering building its Southern Operations and Maintenance Facility on a 59-acre site in northern Osceola County. The property is currently owned by an entity connected to Naples-based cold storage developer Karis Cold. The reality?

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

This made me look for different ways to build a home. These containers come pre-built, which cuts down on labour costs and wastes less material. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. This gave me a chance to use fewer new building materials. Container homes need less space to build.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Lacking enough insulation can make it difficult for the owners to properly or efficiently heat or cool the building. This could lead to negative customer or employee reviews, which affects the building owners satisfaction, as well as your reputation as a whole. Insulation R-values help crews choose the best insulation materials.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Data breaks: Construction projects can create heaps of data including permits, blueprints, daily progress reports, and material inventories. Resource mismanagement: Construction resources like materials, equipment, and labor are expensive. How does AI help with quality control? Can AI predict project delays?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The “Topping Off” ceremony celebrated the completion of the steel framework of the 60-story building, the new state-of-the-art global headquarters of leading financial services firm JPMorgan Chase. The supertall building is the largest steel structure in New York City and will provide 2.5 DBM Global Inc.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

From proper lighting and storage solutions to specialised equipment and flooring options, thoughtful garage improvements create an environment where vehicle care becomes accessible and efficient. Workbenches and Storage Solutions A sturdy workbench serves as the cornerstone of any DIY maintenance garage.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The home is designed and built to be net zero and to achieve certifications including Energy Star, the Department of Energy's Zero Energy Ready, and the National Green Building Standard’s highest rating, Emerald. LG’s Smart Kit provides convenient remote-control features.

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BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

rcassidy Tue, 01/02/2024 - 14:16 John Sullivan, AIA A new study by a collaboration of design, engineering, and construction firms describes cost-effective strategies for building laboratories and science+technology facilities using mass timber. Here are five reasons why.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 21, 2020

These panels have the potential to accelerate the building enclosure construction schedules, provide better quality control of the wall components, and reduce construction costs. Building and site considerations. Building and site considerations. Example of prefabricated panel installation during construction.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 8, 2024

Suitable for small- to medium-sized asphalt manufacturers, the BG Series Batch Plant is a modular asphalt plant design that’s able to be downscaled or built upon to cater for asphalt and storage demands. That’s down to materials use and heavy-duty parts.” There’s a mix between manual and automated features,” Clarke says.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

As prices continue to rise, companies must formulate strategies to control their operating costs. A large purchase provides a possible solution not only to save money but also to ensure a stable delivery of key materials. ” Consistent Supply Fasteners Direct is necessary for many building projects and products.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 15, 2023

What is missing are fluorescent lighting, storage, privacy, and ping pong tables. Natural light can be added by installing glass dividers in certain areas, so exterior window light can filter throughout the building, by adding skylights, or even installing bigger windows. Materials Paint is a very economical change to update an office.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

This shift isn't just a passing trend; the prefabricated buildings market is expected to surpass $227.7 Design and BIM Prefabrication is all about building a structure's elements offsite and assembling them on location. To be successful, teams need a clear understanding of material needs, labor requirements, and scheduling.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Rising material costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable project delays often result in costly overruns, putting project profitability at risk. This allows contractors to make informed decisions, allocate resources more efficiently, and maintain strong cost control.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Thoughtful design choices, smart storage, and adaptable layouts can make any home feel both elegant and practical. In Arlington Heights, where homes range from historic properties to modern builds, homeowners are looking for ways to blend style with function. A minimalist kitchen with no storage.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This special planning regulation gives local planning authorities extra control by restricting permitted development rights in specific areas or for particular types of development. The primary purpose of an Article 4 Direction is to give local authorities greater control over development.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Planning is essential when building a structure, no matter how simple or complex. This role is crucial, involving planning, coordinating, bidding, controlling budgets, and supervising the work. Using the blueprints and material take-off (MTO) you provide, the general contractors will submit a bid. The project manager.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. There is a very limited labor force, especially when you’re doing something really state-of-the-art,” Leavitt says.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Thermal bridging can be a major source of energy loss in buildings. Thermal bridges are essentially areas in the building envelope that allow heat to pass through more easily and occur where materials that are better conductors of heat form a "bridge" between the inner and outer face of the construction.

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BDC Network

JUNE 6, 2024

The Next Generation of Higher Education Campus & Facility Management 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/06/2024 - 10:27 University Buildings Learn about the transformation happening on campuses across the nation. Digital IDs and smart access control solutions are changing how students, faculty and staff work, live and play. Campus 2.0:

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

The production, processing, storage and transit of perishable goods is changing. Rapid modernization of one of the world’s most important networks has led to the need for greater cold storage warehouse capacity. Naturally, owners want to know how much they’ll need to invest if it’s time to build.

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iField Smart

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Challenges with Obsolete Construction Document Management Tools: Version Control Issues: Outdated tools often struggle with maintaining accurate version histories, leading to confusion, rework, and potential errors. Version control ensures that everyone is working with the latest documents, reducing the risk of errors and delays.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In the last 20 years, the number of buildings in the world that are at least 200 meters tall has increased by nearly 500%. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. That being said, many companies struggle to maintain control over the massive amounts of project documents.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Take Stock of Storage Walk through closets, cabinets, and storage spaces. Think about areas where additional storage could be added, like under the stairs or in unused corners. Without it, things can spiral out of control quickly. This includes: Materials: Flooring, paint, fixtures, and more.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Low material costs and ease of application are two advantages of waterproof concrete. Risk of water ingress.

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