CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Supporting Components In addition to the main duct runs transferring air to diffusers, properly engineered systems include volume control dampers, turning vanes, access doors, support hangers, and insulation.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.

Building Code Compliance 73

Building Code Compliance Facility Management Schedule Management Fire Protection Systems 73

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

These projects encompass a vast spectrum, including the construction of roads, buildings, bridges, and dams, all of which heavily rely on construction aggregates. From extraction to processing and transportation, technological innovations have enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and optimized operations across the value chain.

Infrastructure Development 59

Infrastructure Development Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Automation 59

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Assure an early and ongoing understanding of requirements among all project participants. Gain full cost visibility and control with local market cost data (no factoring of national data). Build and maintain mutually beneficial long-term relationships and interactions to maximize timely communication, coordination, and cooperation.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 82

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Cost Control 82

iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

This software automates manual processes, eliminates paperwork, and enhances communication, thereby optimizing project outcomes. Inspectors may overlook critical checkpoints or fail to adhere to regulatory standards, leading to compliance issues and quality discrepancies.

Inspection 83

Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 83

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Recognizing that, Building America is working on research into fault detection in HVAC systems now, Werling says. And previous Building America lab experiments show that faults can increase space conditioning energy use by up to 30% over the lifetime of the system.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. A techniques like test-driven development, automation testing, and code reviews, developers have ways to guarantee quality without sacrificing the speed of releases. Balance is required.

Quality Assurance 52

Quality Assurance Change Management Risk Management Building Automation 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. MBCx provides detailed insight into what is using the energy and why, which enables actionable solutions.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

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?’ MBCx provides detailed insight into what is using the energy and why, which enables actionable solutions.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Successful Construction Project Delivery, whether repair, renovation, maintenance, or new builds, can only be consistently achieved with a primary focus upon People… then Process, Information, and enabling Technology. A robust processes assures answers to the following questions are known.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Facility Management Risk Management Change Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Whether you’re a self-builder, an architect, or a homeowner, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the essentials of timber frame walls, insulation options, vapour control layers, and more. Utilize breathable insulation materials to improve thermal performance, air quality and reduce energy costs.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Fire Protection Systems Structural Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service. As a quality assurance test, it starts in design and continues through operations. Sustainable Solutions: Commissioning for Improved Building Performance .

Building Commissioning 84

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

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

The information here will help you go deeper into various aspects of expert plumbing, and how superior plumbing skills and innovation can transform the way modern buildings are constructed and maintained. They also continually monitor and upgrade these systems proactively through the building’s lifecycle.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation Renewable Energy Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 4, 2023

Use high-quality images and engaging descriptions to showcase your property's unique features. Develop an engaging web listing with high-quality photos and detailed information to set your LA rental apart. SEO optimizes your listing's visibility, bringing it to the forefront of search results.

Property Management 52

Property Management Inspection Cost Control Quality Control 52

Wrench

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

They would have to record and log the changes manually and this could – as any engineer working on a project will tell you – lead to all kinds of problems like documentation errors, safety concerns, escalating work order costs, flawed version control, etc. What is the difference?

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Risk Management 52

In Eight

MARCH 28, 2023

” Depending on who you ask, it can mean something slightly different — predictability, assurance, verifiability, confidence, control. Let’s look at some key ways that more accurate tracking helps build project certainty for construction managers as well as for contractors and project owners. “Project certainty.”

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2019

May or may not be based upon LEAN construction practices and thus may or may not save the contracting entity money or provided higher levels of quality, etc. Little price control or up-front commitment. • Pricing structure incompatible with optimizing efficiency and eliminating waste. Expedited quality and delivery of projects.

Contracts 40

Contracts Lean Construction Quality Control Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 20, 2017

Optimize your resource allocation and planning. The OpenJOC Job Order Contracting Framework enables centralized management and consistent deployment of best value and compliant processes, methods, and technologies to drive optimal renovation, repair, and construction outcomes. Assure projects are linked to organizational strategy.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Lean Construction 40

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The post Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As for the future of the economy, will 2024 offer stability or further uncertainty for the building industry in the UK ?

Renewable Energy Systems 62

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Material Storage Building Materials Manufacturing 62

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

As guests become more ecologically savvy, they want assurance that their stay will be as eco-friendly as possible, and their questions are compelling new approaches to the sustainability of luxury hotel facilities. Jim Camp, Project Director and IA’s Building Repositioning Lead, views this as intrinsically positive.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Green Building 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Project Cost Management Processes The policies, procedures, data sets, tools, and documentation used for planning, executing, and controlling project cost are included with a LEAN OpenJOC enterprise system. Another important of LEAN construction procurement and project delivery is integrated change control relative to both scope and costs.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Change Management 40

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 19, 2017

Linking up all the moving parts that go into a build is essential, and using big data and integrated systems allows all stakeholders on a project to see real-time updates and changes, keeping things on target and on budget. Big data is already being utilized in the design-build-operate lifecycle.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Construction Equipment Building Materials Risk Management 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 23, 2019

With the proper focus upon change management, continuous education, improve owner leadership, and use of appropriate LEAN tools and services consistent delivery of quality on-demand repair, renovation, and construction services is not only possible, but can be the daily norm.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. In these roles, her responsibilities ranged from leading nearly 200 production and technical personnel and ensuring optimal performance to implementing strategic plans and investing in major infrastructure and equipment.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 2, 2017

IPD – Integrated Project Delivery – Collaborative process that harnesses the talents and insights of all participants to optimize project results, increase value to the owner, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency through all phases of design and construction. Respectful – Level of Trust / Build-up Relationships. ?

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Contracts Material Storage 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Quality is what separates the good from the bad. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others. There are two quality processes in construction: quality assurance and quality control.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Quality Control Closeout 97

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 16, 2017

Robust construction cost estimating is critical to improving productivity, quality, delivery times, cost control, and overall satisfaction for any renovation, repair, or new project. Uniformat is used for system level and/or early stage/conceptual estimates and includes the major systems of a building. By Four BT, LLC.

Estimating 40

Estimating General Contracting Cost Control Lean Construction 40

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Advanced Analytics Offers advanced analytics to optimize project performance and achieve exceptional results.

Construction Management 69

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 69

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Advanced Analytics Offers advanced analytics to optimize project performance and achieve exceptional results.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Faster, Higher Quality, and Lower Cost Project Delivery. Here’s opportunity to do something different. Fully Compliant. Edwards Deming.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 92

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 92

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

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 Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

Facility managers are tasked with optimizing cleaning schedules to address specific needs while avoiding unnecessary disruption. Smart building solutions, occupancy sensors, and data analytics are being employed to monitor and manage spaces more effectively.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. As a result, a shocking number of companies in the building industry have poor construction document control. In fact, such non-optimal activities cost the industry more than $175 billion in labor costs in 2018 alone. Good question.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. As a result, a shocking number of companies in the building industry have poor construction document control. In fact, such non-optimal activities cost the industry more than $175 billion in labor costs in 2018 alone. Good question.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls Change Management 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

This comprehensive guide explains what ATS devices accomplish, the types available, operational mechanisms granting resilience, and key factors when selecting optimal units matching your power needs and budgets. Backup Activation & Stabilization: Control relays engage backup systems like generators or solar/battery inverters.

Electrical Systems 52

Electrical Systems Building Automation Facility Management Risk Management 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

It is the responsibility of every public sector procurement and facilities management professional to optimally allocate limited repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction funds. Locally researched detailed unit price cost data assures full financial transparency. Isn’t it time you did?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction Facility Management Quality Assurance 40