Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The Whole Home Energy Monitor allows homeowners to control 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breakers, schedule breaker activity to reduce energy rate periods, and automate the shedding of nonessential loads remotely via the My Leviton app. Users can easily view power use for connected appliances and can control connected devices from anywhere.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. That high degree of factory completion helps ensure cost and quality control, Weiss says.

Building Resilience 264

Building Resilience Modular Construction Building Automation Flooring Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 14, 2023

The guide, designed for C-Suite and business leaders, provides foundational building blocks and central concepts of a digital twin system. The guide reviews commonly adopted technological approaches and standards and emphasizes the importance of security, trustworthiness, and governance.

Architecture 245

Architecture Foundation Systems Government Works Controls Manufacturing 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Chris Lister “It is already understood in the industry that facades serve multiple functions in the building envelope, making the integration of thermal breaks crucial for several reasons including- enhanced energy performance maintaining the integrity of the thermal envelope, controlling condensation and fulfilling fire performance criteria.

Building Controls 130

Building Controls Building Codes Building Commissioning Cost Control 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 5, 2023

Named Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pressure Tube, 1/2 Inch Through 3 Inch for Water Service, it is the ANSI-approved standard for PEX tubing intended to deliver potable water into homes and buildings. director of engineering for PPI’s Building & Construction Division.

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Building Standards Building Controls Quality Control 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. Summary of both stays at the defined level, and the contingencies are under Client control, not contractors. Quality: The speed of EPCM delivery means quality assurance is a key challenge.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Environmental benefits are making an even stronger case for opting to use tents rather than the standard steel storage container both for new builds and major renovation projects. We can locate and access building materials quickly and quietly in the middle of the night during a remodel.

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

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. We’re really starting to ramp up in the Southeast.”

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 130

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

The Pro Builder

JULY 3, 2023

How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon ibush Mon, 07/03/2023 - 17:25 Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home Andrew Shipp A silent poison, a fatal gas, an invisible killer. In fact, according to the U.S.

Piping Installation 228

Piping Installation Foundation Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 228

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 20, 2022

government is investing $300 billion to update building codes and support sustainable construction, and expanding tax credits as incentives for energy-efficient construction. GCP’s CO 2 ST Reducers are setting a new standard in cement additives and concrete admixtures that reduce embodied carbon and reduce costs. . Learn more here. .

Building Codes 148

Building Codes Energy Efficiency Building Materials Waterproofing Systems 148

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

Mechanical Ventilation in Homes Works—If You Use It ibush Wed, 01/10/2024 - 17:51 Building America field studies show a disconnect between intended and actual use of mechanical ventilation systems in newer homes Juliet Grable Homes are getting tighter, which is a good thing since half of all residential energy use goes to heating and cooling.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Quality Control Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. This reduces heat islands and impervious area which helps with stormwater control.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Electrical Systems Green Building Site Planning 264

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Tight Envelope Air Sealing With Aerobarrier Drives Energy Efficiency and More kcichowicz Mon, 12/11/2023 - 10:35 Case Study Image For 30 years, New Tradition Homes has led the Washington home building market, constructing over 5000 single-family homes. Building to high standards is reflected in the company slogan, ‘We Build Homes for Life!’.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Codes Building Standards Green Building 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. 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

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Fabric building companies offer several services to help ensure successful facility projects. By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. Today, users can procure a tension fabric building where every detail is developed with optimal utilization in mind.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

BIM vs. Digital Twins: The Next Step in Evolution We’ve likely all worked with Building Information Modeling (BIM), but digital twins take things to a whole new level. Building Management Systems (BMS): Providing information on HVAC, lighting, and other building systems.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 182

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems Change Management Project Management 182

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.

Flooring Systems 113

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Standards Building Codes 113

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.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

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.” “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.

Sustainability 200

Sustainability Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 200

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Rick Roos, Rockwool’s senior manager for codes, standards, and fire safety, (second from the left) receives The Construction Specifier ‘s 2023 Article of the Year Award at the CSI National Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo courtesy Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

Building Codes 111

Building Codes Building Resilience Zoning Safety Regulations 111

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 29, 2023

The building’s curved design provides views of Discovery Green, more efficient floor plates, and more natural light than traditional floor plates through the building, including the elevator lobby and restrooms. The 34,374 m 2 (370,000 sf) office tower offers panoramic views of the park, almost bringing it into the building.

Building Design 98

Building Design Green Building Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency 98

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Building Envelope Solutions. Cement additives.

Building Products Distribution 147

Building Products Distribution Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 147

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

With design and construction accounting for just 10-20% of a building's total lifecycle cost, the key to unlocking higher profits lies in optimizing the performance of your capital assets. Ensure that your procedures are standardized, especially during the construction phase, to cut costs and improve your bottom line.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Handover Facility Management 122

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

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. Integrating ground control capabilities into offerings complements these technologies and provides a more comprehensive solution.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

For example, recent advances in cutting-edge innovations like digital twins, Computer Vision (CV), and Engineering Grade Augmented Reality TM are changing the game, offering new ways to manage projects, build with greater accuracy and ultimately reduce costs and waste on even the most complex projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 147

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Quality Control Change Management 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 6, 2024

Autodesk’s Design and Make Platform will be supporting LA28’s no-new-permanent-venues plan: a commitment to buildLA28’s footprintby adapting existing or building temporary infrastructure. At Autodesk, we believe the most sustainable building is the one already built.

Building Design 130

Building Design Building Information Modeling (BIM) Sustainability Building Controls 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected a visually striking, sustainable design for new air traffic control towers, to replace the existing outdated towers at more than 100 municipal and regional airports across the U.S. Inspired by the Chinese American architect, I.M.

Renewable Energy Systems 97

Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls Structural Systems 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2023

BERLIN, Germany – Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today at the INTERGEO conference the latest release of Trimble ® 4D (T4D) Control software, version 6.5, expanding rail track monitoring capabilities to address a wider range of standards and specifications. Availability Trimble 4D Control version 6.5

Surveying 130

Surveying Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

On-site safety has always been a top priority for every job we do, and our line of workdesigning, building, and maintaining water features, rockwork, and themed environmentspresents added challenges. Aside from standard safety protocols, what extra measures need to be taken? Ask the project team to think outside the box.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Lifts Construction Equipment Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Boland VA Medical Center looks more collegiate than clinical, with 60 buildings spread over 105 leafy acres. Historic standards restricted the option of a standalone structure for the core element of the upgrade—a 6,000 sf central data and telecommunications center. Built in the 1920s, the Edward P.

Historic Preservation 130

Historic Preservation Project Management Consulting Facility Management Schedule Management 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 119

Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 119

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Working in partnership with Kemet Corporation , they set out to implement Autodesk Build, an Autodesk Construction Cloud solution, to improve their construction management processes to improve quality and cost control. Step two for the team was to prepare a budget and to identify and account for all costs associated with the project.

Engineering 98

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Traditional design-bid-build models where the burden of risk was principally shouldered by contractors are gradually giving way to more collaborative models where risks and responsibilities are more evenly shared. Design-build or construction management at risk models require contractors to find the cheapest design among many options.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Landscaping Risk Management Cost Control 147

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.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Electrical Wiring Installation Electrical Systems 130