Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Florida-based Plastic Components is the originator and designer of many innovative trims, and manufactures quality plastic trims and accessories that offer the non-rusting alternative to metal. Made of Rustproof PVC for Stucco, EIFS and Direct Applied Systems fit most sheathing materials. The post Need vents? We’ve got them!

Roofing Systems 59

Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Material Handling Controls Manufacturing 59

CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Efficient HVAC design ensures precise temperature control, preventing overheating or freezing of equipment. Advanced temperature regulation involves the use of PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) controllers, which offer precise control by adjusting the HVAC system output to match the exact thermal load requirements.

HVAC Systems 52

HVAC Systems Energy Efficiency Quality Control Controls Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

We are excited to promote McGill’s louvers , sun controls, entrance grilles, and mats to the commercial design and construction community throughout North America” said Scott G. Located in Phoenix, AZ, The Kerman Group provides sales management, business development, and specification assistance for the building products community.

Architecture 59

Architecture Controls Manufacturing Quality Control Building Controls 59

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2024

From their energy efficiency, quiet operation and low maintenance to the fact that they can be controlled individually for personalized comfort, electric heaters offer several benefits in apartment buildings,” explained Andrew Martin, Manager of Product Management with Marley Engineered Products®. The culprit?

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Cost Control Electrical Systems 52

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

Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

This article explores a range of innovative building products transforming the construction industry today, highlighting their applications and benefits. Innovative Building Products 1. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials Sustainable construction materials are at the forefront of modern building practices.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency 52

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 use cases include buildings as batteries, emergency communication services, manufacturing quality control via remote operator, scope 3 carbon reporting emissions, and infectious disease management.

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Architecture Foundation Systems Government Works Controls Manufacturing 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 4, 2024

The new advanced manufacturing facility, comprising three separate buildings with associated ancillary structures, will create up to 4,000 jobs on site over the lifespan of the project and thousands more in the supply chain. We look forward to working with Stantec to design the UK’s largest battery cell manufacturing facility.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Facility Management Energy Efficiency 130

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. In the end, this enhanced construction quality, reduced waste, and minimized the environmental impact.

Prefabrication 128

Prefabrication Sustainability Modular Construction Renewable Energy Systems 128

BD+C

JANUARY 26, 2021

For the past half-dozen years or so, off-site manufacturers of components and modules have sprung up in response to growing demand for commercial prefabrication and modular construction.

Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 105

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 22, 2024

Once that powder is added during concrete manufacturing, the minerals then pull CO2 from the air into the concrete, where it’s mineralized and stored. Photo courtesy Carbon Limit What happens to the mineralized CO2 if the building gets torn down or the road gets torn up? The concrete becomes a carbon capture solution.

Concrete Pouring 263

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Controls Manufacturing 263

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

Plant & Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Fermanagh, has successfully secured four contracts, totalling £2.5million to design, manufacture, and install industrial walkways and infrastructure for waste and recycling plants in England and Wales. This allows us to create quality designs in-house, giving us more control and creating essential savings.

Contracts 52

Contracts Engineering Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 52

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

Shop drawings are detailed drawings, diagrams, and schedules produced by contractors, fabricators, and manufacturers. Coordination and Collaboration : By detailing exact dimensions, materials, and installation methods, shop drawings facilitate coordination between various trades and ensure seamless integration of building systems.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Risk Management Quality Control Building Controls 52

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 Controls Manufacturing 62

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Products and construction methodologies that provide immediate reductions in embodied carbon must be weighed against building longevity, lifecycle cost, energy consumption, and a host of other variables. This can lead to improved indoor air quality (IAQ), reducing health risks, and creating a healthier living or working environment.

Sustainability 64

Sustainability HVAC Systems Building Products Distribution Energy Efficiency 64

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The goal is to maintain continuity of the air and water barrier (AWB) assembly and its connections with the building components to ensure the building’s performance and long-term durability. An effective AWB controls both air leakage and vapor diffusion through the building envelope, helping prevent materials’ deterioration.

Wall Systems 59

Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Cost Control 59

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

The KS Series panels are popular in commercial and industrial applications and come in a variety of profile options that fit the design of any building. Kingspan’s QuadCore Technology delivers R-values 11% better than high-quality PIR and up to 60% better than PUR. To learn more visit www.kingspanpanels.us

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Controls Manufacturing Wall Systems 52

Roads Online

JULY 20, 2023

Flocon Engineering’s manufacturing process and facilities have been developed over more than four decades. This foresight has enabled the company to adapt its manufacturing capabilities and equipment, gradually increasing its efficiency with the introduction of new technologies, as well as skilled personnel.

Controls Manufacturing 97

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Control Infrastructure Development 97

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 2, 2020

They are manufactured under rigorous quality control to ensure uniform, predictable performance. Low-range water reducers – This set of water reducers provide superior water reduction, compressive strength, and set time control. Commercial buildings. Residential buildings. Retail buildings.

Quality Control 133

Quality Control Building Products Distribution Building Controls Controls Manufacturing 133

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The goal is to maintain continuity of the air and water barrier (AWB) assembly and its connections with the building components to ensure the building’s performance and long-term durability. An effective AWB controls both air leakage and vapor diffusion through the building envelope, helping prevent materials’ deterioration.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Cost Control 52

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Sustainable construction is a term that encapsulates this transition, focusing on creating buildings that are environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and economically viable. This approach not only aims to reduce resource consumption and waste but also enhances the quality of life for occupants and the surrounding community.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Roads Online

OCTOBER 11, 2023

L ike many other spray seal and asphalt manufacturers, Rich River Asphalt faced the challenge of acquiring forward moving spreader equipment in order to adhere to impending changes from VicRoads. The Road Ant was a relatively new design at the time, and we had no prior relationship with Quality Fabrication & Engineering.

Engineering 94

Engineering Quality Control Cost Control Risk Management 94

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 14, 2023

Radon Mitigation Products for a Healthier Home ldeakins Mon, 08/14/2023 - 14:18 Why is radon a problem for indoor air quality in homes? Outside, radon usually doesn’t present a health risk because it’s diluted in the open air, but indoors in homes, radon gas can potentially build up to dangerous levels.

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Piping Installation Foundation Systems Electrical Systems 130

Specification Product Update

AUGUST 7, 2023

CMS Danskin Acoustics’ SuperPhon panel is to contribute to reverberation control in the full height reception area of Coventry’s prestigious new, Grade A office address TWO FRIARGATE. When complete in the coming months, it will be the city’s most sustainable building and premier office address.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Building Controls Quality Control 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

To illustrate the importance of moisture and pH testing in successful installations and demonstrate why building professionals should require installers to be certified, here is a look at what can happen when these factors are left out of the equation. Some installation issues relate to buckling, crowning, and cupping.

Flooring Systems 108

Flooring Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Controls Manufacturing 108

Construction Specifier

MARCH 4, 2022

Photos courtesy Legacy Building Solutions. In some cases, users have turned to fabric buildings when brick-and-mortar construction is not economically feasible or would take too long to complete. The fabric building market remained stable, but also stagnant, for a long time. The importance of metal building software.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Control Controls Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

From youth leagues to college athletics, the demand for quality facilities is skyrocketing. From inflatable domes to modular buildings, the options are virtually endless. Temporary structures offer a more affordable alternative without sacrificing quality. Sports programs are booming. Need more space for a tournament?

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Facility Management Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Quality Control 52

Specification Product Update

MAY 2, 2023

New PAS 24 products offer benefits for manufacturers, developers and architects Doorset fabricators are able to integrate JB Kind’s innovative new door leaf into their current product ranges whereas developers are able to specify PAS 24 compliant doorsets, in both standard and bespoke sizes, and in a wide range of alternative finishes.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Quality Control Painting/finishing Building Standards 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Custom manufacturing produces commodities responding to particular requests that answer specific customer or business requirements and characteristics. In this instance, it is common practice for the manufacturer and the client to work closely together until the output satisfies all set standards.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Quality Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

This shift isn't just a passing trend; the prefabricated buildings market is expected to surpass $227.7 Design and BIM Prefabrication is all about building a structure's elements offsite and assembling them on location. While it's true that prefab enables you to build a structure in a more controlled environment (i.e.,

Prefabrication 98

Prefabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Whirlwind Steel

MARCH 21, 2024

Building for Life Blog March 21, 2024 by Whirlwind Team We Know Beer – Vallenson’s Brewery Microbreweries can be an important player when it comes to enhancing a neighborhood with a place for families and friends to get together for food, fun and conversation.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Controls Controls Manufacturing Public Works 52

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

The building materials industry is poised for significant changes in 2024, driven by advancements in technology, sustainability initiatives, and evolving market demands. Sustainable Materials Sustainability remains a dominant trend in the building materials industry. It is revolutionizing the way buildings are designed and constructed.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Building Materials Manufacturing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation 52

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

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Air barriers create airtightness and help protect against energy loss, water infiltration, and other hazards impacting the durability and resiliency of a building and the comfort and health of its occupants. Unchecked air movement can impact energy loss and efficiency, translating to wasted money on climate control.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Controls Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Control 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 10, 2024

These mills play a pivotal role in manufacturing large-scale machinery or constructing vital industrial components. Known for their precision and strength, horizontal boring mills excel in tasks like boring large holes and machining with tight tolerances, ensuring high-quality results in competitive industries.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 62

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Material Handling Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 62

Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

The push for green building certifications, energy-efficient designs, and sustainable materials is becoming more pronounced as cities strive to reduce their carbon footprint. Innovations such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), drones, and augmented reality are enhancing the precision and efficiency of construction projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Prefabrication Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing 52