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Construction’s Role in Building a Sustainable Future

CCR Magazine

Thus, this blog aims to discuss the positive role of construction in developing sustainable solutions, sharing innovations, new technologies that can be utilized to incorporate sustainable development into construction projects, as well as the general impact on society and the environment.

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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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What Is Transportation Engineering | Major Disciplines of Transportation Engineering | What Do Transportation Engineers Do

CivilJungle

It is a responsibility of Transportation Engineer to plan, design, build and operate the whole Transportation system in an effective manner for the safe and efficient movement of the traffic. An effective transport system impacts the growth of the economy. Environmental Impact Assessment.

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Essential BIM Terminology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset. The CIC BIM Protocol is a contract document for use with any standard building contract.

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Retrofit revolution: Meeting global net-zero targets

Construction Specifier

3 Without cross-border cooperation between governments, major corporates and industry organizations, the environmental repercussions could be severe, leading to irreversible global impacts, including local species extinctions and even loss of human lives due to increased heat stress. C (35 F) above pre-industrial levels.

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BIM Glossary Terms and Definitions – NBIMS-US – 2013

Building Information Management

Below, a list of terms and definitions being submitted for voting is just one of several important initiatives. Building Information Modeling Model Management. Building Information Model: Is the DIGITAL REPRESENTATION of physical and functional characteristics of a facility. General Buildings Information Handover Guide.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Application: This standard card applies to automatic hydraulic security Bollards/Barricades found at driveway entrances, and other areas where vehicular traffic must be controlled. Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. Inspect control panel for loose connections.