The Pro Builder

APRIL 23, 2024

Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. The controlled factory environment results in greater efficiency and less waste, the company says.

Modular Construction 264

Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems 264

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 19, 2023

To Meet Current Challenges and Future Needs, We Need to Reinvent Home Building ibush Sat, 08/19/2023 - 08:15 The pandemic rocked traditional rules and roles for work and home and reset expectations. RELATED The Need for Resilient Construction Is Real. And the $1.2 million (about $1.6 Meanwhile, the U.K.

Building Resilience 246

Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

The Pro Builder

MAY 21, 2024

Georgia Gets Its First Passive House csweeney Tue, 05/21/2024 - 13:38 With just one other PHIUS-certified house in the southeastern US, Georgia is the second state to build to the green, zero-carbon standard Georgia just saw the completion of its first certified passive house. was officially certified by the Passive House Institute U.S.

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

3 Truths for Home Sales Success Now and Into the Foreseeable Future ibush Sun, 09/24/2023 - 08:00 Most sales leaders have been in chaos control since 2020. Use these three insights to help you be unshakable, resilient, and successful in home sales for the foreseeable future. . Are we really reliving it again now?

Building Controls 246

Building Controls Building Resilience Change Management 246

Roads Online

DECEMBER 17, 2024

At the same time, I was able to take in that information in regard to how they build their systems, making it easier for me in future when I need any maintenance or general work on the units. Having an engine control system and utilising MBEs target road speed chart thats in each of their new units makes it so much easier, Collins says.

Engineering 98

Engineering Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Construction Machinery Construction Equipment 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The dead load of NWC limits span length and increases substructure requirements, all of which work against the goals of building long-lasting and efficient infrastructure. Reports by Virginia Transportation Research Council (VTRC) suggest that effective control of early-age cracking can help limit later-age cracking.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Curing Infrastructure Development Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The partnership builds on Bentley’s recent acquisition of Cesium , the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications. At the end of the day, AI’s true power will be measured by its ability to improve outcomes—more sustainable designs, faster and safer builds, and more reliable infrastructure systems.

Engineering 203

Engineering Infrastructure Development Foundation Systems Building Resilience 203

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Keeping in view the psychological effects of climate change the construction industry has to find ways of how it can build structures that can effectively withstand the changing climate conditions. What resilience means in contrast to strength is quite bigger in scope.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This includes essential tasks such as tree trimming near power lines, which are critical for service reliability, grid resiliency, and operational safety. Each vegetation encroachment area requires specialized crews and equipment capable of working near live power lines, often involving planned de-energization, arborists, and traffic control.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 21, 2024

Her areas of expertise include design-build, integrated project leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, strategic foresight and planning, cultural transformation, high performance teaming, market capture and positioning, and developing competitive advantage. The theme of DFI49 is Water — Resiliency — Infrastructure.

Controls Manufacturing 130

Controls Manufacturing Building Controls Building Resilience Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

London, UK – CIBSE has launched a groundbreaking initiative titled Building Performance Reimagined , a visionary project aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability. Readiness: Enhancing building services to anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring resilience against unforeseen threats.

Engineering 100

Engineering Building Resilience Building Commissioning Structural Systems 100

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Johnson Controls , the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today launched a highly anticipated update to the company’s industry-leading Building Automation System (BAS), Metasys, which serves the needs of commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, regardless of industry. Metasys 14.0

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Controls HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

The DOE Housing Innovation Awards are made to those builders who are spurring the housing industry to construct more efficient, healthy, and resilient homes certified to the DOE ZERH program requirements. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Smart control systems enable more precise and efficient energy management.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Houston, Texas — Clear Lake City Water Authority (CLCWA) has completed all five phases of Exploration Green, a massive 178-acre flood control project in southeast Houston. Building the detention ponds has turned out to be immensely beneficial to the community. CLCWA and Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc., (LAN)

Green Building 130

Green Building Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Project Management 130

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 7, 2023

as states begin to offer funds and incentives for power-resiliency projects, The New York Times reports. Homeowners get a monthly energy credit on their utility bills by signing an interconnection agreement with the utility, which controls their hot-water heaters and thermostats when there’s high power demand.

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 130

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. The building’s amenities provide a welcome and comfortable stay.”

Historic Preservation 201

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 201

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Construction Specifier ’s feature, “ Building for Better Resilience in WUI Zones ,” was awarded article of the year in October at the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) National Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo courtesy Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

Building Codes 111

Building Codes Building Resilience Zoning Safety Regulations 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

We continue to grow and scale our impact through solutions and services that enable a more resilient and sustainable future for our customers and communities. We are focused on building on this momentum and using every avenue to decarbonize the water sector, accelerate water stewardship, and advance water and sanitation access for all.”

Sustainability 200

Sustainability Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 200

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 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. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Decades later, these innovative floors remain a smart and efficient solution for many commercial spaces, balancing comfort for occupants and long-term performance for facility managers and building owners. Hybrid carpet refers to flooring that combines the comfort and acoustic benefits of carpet with the durability of a resilient floor.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Drew Deatherage , ESS/RTPM The smart building market continues to grow, with expectations that it will be a $304.3 Yet once in operation, many building owners find these investments don’t live up to their promise. Instead, smart building sensors become one more burden to maintain. billion market by 2032, reports Market.US.

Electrical Wiring Installation 130

Electrical Wiring Installation Electrical Systems Building Controls Building Design 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

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.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Wall Systems 130

Maltaward

JANUARY 15, 2025

Construction site security is critical to any building project. If developers and building managers want to ensure steady continuity all year round without any prevalent setbacks and minimal risks, they must ensure their site is equipped with sufficient security measures that protect valuable assets and maintain worker safety.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Risk Management Construction Equipment 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 26, 2023

Her research will answer basic questions about how LC3 cements harden, how the underlying processes can be controlled to produce desirable behavior for construction, and how this can help achieve a new generation of resilient and sustainable civil infrastructure.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Public Works Building Materials Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 24, 2023

Her research will answer basic questions about how LC3 cements harden, how the underlying processes can be controlled to produce desirable behavior for construction, and how this can help achieve a new generation of resilient and sustainable civil infrastructure.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Public Works Sustainability Building Controls 130

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

By proactively adopting control measures, you can cultivate a culture of safety that safeguards your workers and underpins a thriving business. Building Robust Risk Management Processes Before implementing specific technologies and techniques for a safer work zone, we must first set up a blueprint for a more compliant culture.

Risk Management 126

Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 126

Plant & Civil Engineer

MARCH 24, 2025

As a specialist event exclusively dedicated to the civil engineering industry, the National Civils Show eliminates the distractions and excess traffic of more generic building trade shows. A variety of planned networking events will provide ample opportunities for attendees to build relationships and explore new business ventures.

Geotechnical Engineering 52

Geotechnical Engineering Building Resilience Construction Machinery Sustainability 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

The demand for power resiliency has grown dramatically as more services depend on constant uptime, while major weather events and grid reliability make maintaining a steady power supply a concern. Power outages can result in serious consequences and dependable backup power solutions are essential.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Facility Management Building Controls Building Resilience 52

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control 98

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Trane, a leader in building and energy solutions, is collaborating with the university to develop and implement a comprehensive energy saving and emissions reduction program. As a result of these improvements, NIU is projected to achieve over a 26% reduction in energy consumption and an 11% reduction in emissions.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 25, 2023

Precast concrete refers to when concrete construction elements are poured and hardened off-site, often in a climate-controlled facility, and later transported to the installation location.

Concrete Pouring 130

Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Modular Construction Controls Manufacturing 130

Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Here, we’ll dive into the new WELL Health-Safety Rating and LEED Safety First pilot credits —along with a nod to Arc’s Re-Entry tool —to help familiarize project practitioners with their rating system-aligned options for building re-entry and the post-pandemic built environment. Building Water System Recommissioning. Who should care?

Building Resilience 105

Building Resilience Stakeholder Engagement Real Estate Development HVAC Systems 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 15, 2024

Mortenson) as engineer of record (EoR) on the design-build team. Our energy as a service approach enables the county to achieve sustainable and resilient transit without upfront capital, in a way that de-risks the financial, construction and operations phases of the project.” Mortenson Co. WSP in the U.S. wsp.com

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Project Management Consulting Green Building 130