CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. Humidity control may also be integrated.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

This article delves into the five most crucial ones, such as military shelter systems and remote research stations, to ensure structural integrity, functionality, and longevity. Material Selection Selecting the appropriate materials is essential for designing structures in harsh environments.

Building Design 110

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency 110

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Defining Construction Surveying Construction surveying , also known as building surveying, focuses on the precise measurement, design, and verification of construction projects. This type of surveying is essential for establishing the location and layout of buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and other man-made structures.

Surveying 51

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Site Planning Structural Systems 51

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Hydraulic door opener and closer, assume a critical role in the domain of modern architecture and building design, due to their usefulness and comfort. These gadgets, controlled by hydraulic mechanisms, have revolutionized how we installed the doors, offering simple methods as well as improved energy effectiveness.

HVAC System Installation 62

HVAC System Installation Building Controls Cost Control HVAC Systems 62

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

This can result in compatibility issues with newer hardware and operating systems, as well as limited integration capabilities with other software solutions. Consequently, legacy systems may suffer from poor user experience, cumbersome workflows, and unintuitive navigation, resulting in decreased user adoption and productivity.

Project Management 92

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 92

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Septic tanks play a crucial role in managing wastewater for properties not connected to a centralised sewage system.

Piping Installation 62

Piping Installation Health Regulations Building Permits Safety Regulations 62

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Whether you’re building a new home, renovating an existing structure, or going for a large-scale commercial development, there are numerous factors to take into account to ensure a successful and hassle-free construction process. Contaminated water can have adverse effects upon exposure or ingestion.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Building Permits Quality Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. The manufacturing, construction and building sectors account for 17% and 4% of GHG emissions in the region respectively.

Environmental Impact Assessment 84

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 84

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

Oak conservatory kits offer homeowners a distinctive and elegant solution to extend their living space with a structure that is not only timeless in appeal but also enduring in durability. The allure of oak frames as a building material lies in its robustness and the natural warmth it adds to any design.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Roofing Systems Building Code Compliance Quality Control 62

BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

Unless we change business as usual, these impacts will increase at a pace out of our control. This approach results in “less bad” rather than high-performance, net positive environmental outcomes. It measures what was achieved after the design is fully baked. POSITIVE PEOPLE – Learn it, live it On Valentine’s Day 1884, T.R.’s

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

CCR Magazine

MAY 8, 2024

In regions prone to such weather events, investing in hurricane impact windows is a proactive measure that can safeguard homes and enhance overall safety and security. By preventing breaches and structural damage, impact windows help mitigate the risk of water intrusion, structural collapse, and costly repairs during severe weather events.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Soft strip demolition is a crucial early step, clearing out all non-structural components and paving the way for a safe and efficient worksite. Whether it’s preparing a building for a complete makeover or setting the stage for complete demolition, the soft strip process is instrumental. Planning a renovation or demolition project?

Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 62

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Sustainable construction can be defined as the design, construction, and operation of structures via principles and practices that reduce the loads on the natural environment while enhancing the value, comfort, and productivity of man-made creations. The construction industry is the key to achieving the advancements in modern society.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

In Eight

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

As evidenced by the latest InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook report, contractors who use benchmarking simply perform better. We would need to wind up with an endless coding structure for that to work for us.” In agriculture, benchmarks are used to measure crop yields, effectiveness of resources, and sustainability.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Codes Structural Systems Real Estate Development 52

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

These signs could indicate spalling brickwork, which can lead to structural damage and unwanted moisture ingress. Proactive repair can prevent aesthetic damage, structural damage, mold growth and safety hazards. This can create unsightly damage and weaken the overall structure of your brick walls.

Masonry 62

Masonry Maintenance Structural Systems Wall Systems 62

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

To achieve this, factory managers and owners need to implement effective strategies that focus on regular maintenance, inspections, upgrades, and proactive measures to address potential issues. Conduct thorough inspections of building structures, roofs, flooring, and walls to detect any signs of wear, corrosion, or damage.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement HVAC Systems 52

Construction Daily News

APRIL 25, 2024

It makes you rethink how to compensate for the lost time, often resulting in rushed projects compromising quality. Many have preventive or emergency measures to bring loss as close to zero as possible. Importance of Backup Equipment Backup equipment is plan B for your emergency measures.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment HVAC Systems Heavy Lifting Transportation Construction Machinery 52

Seven Multi-Site Solutions

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Through advanced technologies such as laser scanning, drones and sensors, accurate measurements, precise 3D models and real-time data on site conditions can be obtained. These devices can track variables such as temperature, humidity, structural integrity and equipment performance.

Surveying 52

Surveying Building Information Modeling (BIM) Stakeholder Engagement Building Performance Measurement 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects. T The following figure, for example, was produced in 1972.

Estimating 88

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 88

Buildern

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Hard hats, heavy machinery, and building materials may come to mind. It’s a complex blend of project management, forecasting, communication and other skills that make this world of creating new spaces and structures possible. trillion , among which residential and non-residential buildings have the largest share.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Structural Systems Piping Installation Building Code Compliance 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

One undertone that frequently misses our sight in sustainable construction planning is that of plumbing systems. However, there's a silver lining—recent years have ushered in noteworthy advancements and innovations, each striving to make plumbing systems ever more eco-friendly.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Sustainability Plumbing Systems Piping Installation 52

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 Maintenance 52

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It serves as a barrier, resisting the flow of heat through walls, roofs, and floors, thus maintaining a building’s temperature irrespective of external weather conditions. Effective insulation reduces the strain on heating and ventilation systems, cutting down the carbon emissions associated with energy production.

Energy Efficiency 62

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Environmental Impact Assessment Building Products Distribution 62

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 3, 2020

Will the quality of the fly ash change as environmental regulations shift? Combating aggregate quality problems. Small variations in the coarse or fine aggregates in the concrete mix can have a dramatic effect on the concrete’s overall performance. High quality aggregates are increasingly difficult to find. return to top.

Concrete Pouring 78

Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Quality Control Fire Protection System Installation 78

iField Smart

APRIL 2, 2024

The Role of As-Built Drawings in Quality Assurance and Quality Control As-built drawings are accurate and exhaustive construction documents that portray the final state of construction. This leads to greater quality assurance and control for construction projects.

Quality Assurance 65

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 65

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. The overwhelming majority of building construction projects are bijou renovations, like incrporation of a room, or repair of a bathroom.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Project Management Consulting 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

Selection of suitable waterproofing systems can present building project teams with a baffling array of choices. To address this concern in 2002, the technical committee of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute (LA-CSI) developed a guide to ‘Preliminary Selection of Waterproofing Systems.’.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Controls Manufacturing 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 4, 2022

What Is Estimation of Residential Building? Estimation of a residential building is basically a “ Bottoms Up” or “Prime Cost” which performed an analysis in detail and finally produce a product. Estimation of residential building executes various types of works and their expenses in a chart. This is also measured in kg.

Estimating 52

Estimating Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Flooring Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. The latest edition of "Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures" (DCCM) considers HSC to be at a "strength significantly beyond that used in normal practice.". This was surely the case for the Two Union Square building, in Seattle, Wash., Quality assurance.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Owning up to mistakes is also a critical component of building trust on the jobsite. For instance, if the problem happened because of one of your workers, you could address the worker’s performance to avoid a similar situation in the future. 5: Perform Project Risk Assessment. Measure Now.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Building Automation Material Handling Project Management 105

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. The construction market in the US is diverse and highly competitive, with numerous regulations and standards in place to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Foundation Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Air entraining agents (AEA) are used to entrain air in concrete when a structure will be exposed to moisture, freeze thaw cycles and deicing chemicals. If concrete exposed to freeze thaw cycling is not properly air entrained, the durability of the concrete will be compromised and the service life of the structure will be shortened.

Quality Assurance 60

Quality Assurance Curing Quality Control Structural Systems 60

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

These seals shut outside components, adding to traveler solace, noise reduction, and overall vehicle performance. These include sealing the gaps around window frames and door edges in both residential and commercial buildings to prevent air and water leakage, thereby improving energy efficiency.

Building Materials Manufacturing 62

Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Material Handling 62

Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Governments balance the needs of both by requiring contractors, property owners, and others involved in construction to mitigate the effect of building activity on the environment, including air, water, and animal and plant life. In general, these laws apply to both contractors on the jobsite and the owner of the completed building.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Land Use Regulations Building Permits Material Storage 52

In Eight

AUGUST 10, 2023

Of the organizations that deliver projects ahead of or on schedule, 69% use project controls software. Is it quality over quantity, and what about organizational methods? This is turning out to be an increasingly important component for contractors as well as owners using different programs and systems,” says Bryant. The payoff?

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

Strategically position commercial dehumidifiers and air movers to generate controlled airflow across saturated materials, forcing moisture evaporation Use moisture detectors and thermal imaging scans during the drying phase to pinpoint hidden pockets of trapped moisture needing targeting. based on the type of exposure.

Material Handling 52

Material Handling Roofing Systems HVAC System Installation Approvals 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. From a performance standpoint, even a sustainably made floor must be installed correctly to be truly sustainable.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52