Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Trimble solutions include guidance and steering; grade control, leveling and drainage; flow and application control; irrigation; harvest solutions; desktop and cloud-based data management; and correction services. 28, 2023 Trimble announced a definitive agreement with AGCO to create a joint venture in agriculture technology.

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Building Controls Sustainability Construction Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

The entire 100,000 square foot renovation project was focused on transforming the existing historic University Hall campus building into a new home for the College of Continuing Studies. The first step in transforming the structure was tearing the existing University Hall down to its concrete framework.

Structural Systems 197

Structural Systems Electrical Systems Building Optimization HVAC Systems 197

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 6, 2024

Building your own AI assistants or GPTs (generative pre-trained transformers) opens up new avenues for every role, title, job, and skill in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. With personalized GPTs, you can “control” the entire AI process from prompting to the knowledge base to the instructions to the output parameters.

Stakeholder Engagement 258

Stakeholder Engagement Building Automation Public Works Quality Control 258

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 18, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has reintroduced the importance of infection control in the built environment. While the ASHRAE PD advises increased ventilation is not capable of addressing all aspects of infection control, changes to building operations, including the mechanical systems, can reduce airborne exposures. by Sarah K.

Roofing Systems 98

Roofing Systems Building Controls Wall Systems Building Design 98

Roads Online

APRIL 25, 2024

We’ll definitely go with the Cat brand for any of our reclaimers that we update in the future.” GC: Rolling out the upgrades “In some areas where roads were washed off the surface, they had to build the road base back up and then build a road over the top.

Building Commissioning 98

Building Commissioning Maintenance Building Controls Property Management 98

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. Users can also import their output definitions using the xlsx template provided to streamline the output creation process.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Project Management Change Management 105

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 6, 2023

With cloud-based TVL security cameras , your security staff can access cloud-based control centers and mobile applications that can view security data from anywhere. If you opt for a TVL system, the feed will be much more high-definition, allowing for more accurate monitoring. Going Keyless.

Construction Equipment 112

Construction Equipment Site Planning Cost Control Building Controls 112

Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Our formal definition of an Emerging Contractor is "Anyone who is ready to make changes, grow and improve their construction company" Simple, straightforward and to the point. For others, they now have experience from before that they want to build on and grow a larger company with 3, 4 or 5 steady employees working full time.

Contracts 48

Contracts Construction Equipment Building Controls Estimating 48

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2022

Definition of VALIDITY – the quality of being logically or factually sound; soundness or cogency; the state of being legally or officially binding or acceptable. Final procurement of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build service should always involve review of a detailed line time construction cost estimate and quantities.

Estimating 100

Estimating Cost Control Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement 100

Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The use of CUPA PIZARRAS products helped to satisfy stringent planning restrictions, which require new buildings to utilise traditional materials and ensure modern designs are in keeping with the surrounding architecture. We were very happy with the results and would definitely consider using CUPA PIZARRAS slate on other projects.”

Property Management 59

Property Management Quality Control Building Materials Site Planning 59

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 18, 2024

The frequency of lift servicing is dependent on a number of different factors such as: The Make and Type of Lift The Age of the Lift Usage pattern – Lifts in places such as public buildings, shopping centres and hotels that experience high levels of traffic, will need more regular inspections than those located in say residential properties.

Lifts 62

Lifts Heavy Lifting Transportation Land Use Regulations Safety Regulations 62

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2021

Failure to require common terms, definitions, and data environments Failure to leverage locally researched detailed line item cost data ‘Ad-hoc’ data management resulting in duplication of effort, errors, and omissions. The development of life-cycle costing for buildings. Building Research & Information.

Construction Management 101

Construction Management Procurement Cost Control Infrastructure Development 101

Roads Online

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Related stories: Spreading safely and sustainably, thanks to Quality Fabrication and Engineering Not a step backwards with Quality Fabrication & Engineering Dual spreading control with Road Ant The Road Ant unit provides plenty of options to develop a machine that can meet the requirements of a variety of applications. meters,” he says.

Engineering 98

Engineering Quality Control Cost Control Risk Management 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 21, 2021

What if each building system component where not only identified and associated with the following information, but also linked to an associated detailed and locally researched unit price book with associated labor, material, equipment costs and productivity information? Check and calibrate safety controls. Lubricate drive couplings.

Maintenance 97

Maintenance Building Materials Manufacturing HVAC System Installation Controls Manufacturing 97

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

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.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Wall Systems 59

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2020

Second, a change in building science with more concerns about managing moisture, air, vapor, and energy. In follow-up questions about rainscreen systems as a method to address both concerns, CM firms were definitive in their answers. Figure 1: A loadbearing backup wall with control layers. Performance. A 50-mm (2-in.)

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Masonry Renewable Energy Systems Structural Systems 52

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Now, all our graders, loaders, and scrapers are run on GPS control. That’s the way the industry is moving, and we’ve definitely embraced that.” SmartGrade John Deere’s SmartGrade technology is a 3D mastless integrated grade control system. One of those key changes is the increased technical abilities of devices and machines. “10

Structural Systems 101

Structural Systems Quality Control Change Management Cost Control 101

Building Information Management

MAY 16, 2012

BIM is an acronym which represents three separatebut linked functions: Building Information Modelling: Is a BUSINESS PROCESS for generating and leveraging building data to design, construct and operate the building during its lifecycle. cyclefrom inceptiononwards. What is OPEN BIM?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Standards Stakeholder Engagement Building Controls 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Early and ongoing collaboration between contractors, designers and owners…procurement, facilities management, building users… drives consistent attainment of on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory outcomes for all… But… it requires a change in CULTURE, and the adoption of LEAN SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES.

Procurement 85

Procurement Collaboration Project Management Consulting Building Information Modeling (BIM) 85

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

You’re using new and innovative techniques to build bigger, better, and faster.” He also touched on the role of sustainability and the increased demand for eco-friendly materials and building methods. ” Convenience or control? You can’t find the labor you need. Your projects are becoming more complex.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Cost Control Construction Management Project Management 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 27, 2012

Contractors - The people who makes civilization possible by building and maintaining structures. Contractor Rich - BCA client earning $100K-$200K by building a client base to sell and service. Critical Path Method - A management technique for losing your shirt under perfect control. One of the Four Types Of Contractors.

Project Management Consulting 63

Project Management Consulting Fire Protection Systems Construction Management Project Management 63

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Common industry standard terms and definitions and locally researched detailed line item cost data are both mandatory in order to assure financial and technical visibility and transparency.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Property Management Cost Control Procurement 105

Practical Law Construction

MARCH 8, 2023

One of the major changes to the regulation of the design and construction of “ higher-risk buildings ” is the introduction of the gateway regime. Gateway 2 – Before building work starts. Gateway 3 – When building work is “completed” and before occupation. The gateways are: Gateway 1 – Planning stage.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Project Management Consulting Safety Regulations Government Works 52

Roads Online

JULY 20, 2023

We have quality control checks at the beginning and end of the product [manufacturing process],” Strugaru says. Flocon Engineering’s forward-moving aggregate spreader is cabin controlled and can spread aggregate up to 20 millimetres in size. From there the machine body is prepared, as well as the machine floor.

Controls Manufacturing 98

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Control Infrastructure Development 98

Construction Specifier

MAY 31, 2024

These assemblies lack many necessary components that comprise an effective building enclosure system. Issues related to this wall assembly have led to numerous buildings requiring extensive repairs, and in some cases, full recladding, or even demolition. During the transition from mass masonry walls to the “four barrier” (i.e.

Masonry 64

Masonry Wall Systems Building Codes Waterproofing Systems 64

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

Inefficient construction firms are at risk of going over project budgets (due to delays, poor planning, and quality control issues). They are equipped with high-definition cameras that allow planning teams to gain detailed visual information in a much shorter period than when surveying the ground. first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Construction Equipment Construction Machinery Environmental Impact Assessment 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

Noise reduction strategies and participation in the Considerate Constructors Scheme are encouraged for responsible building practices. Saturday Site Activity: Balancing Work and Rest The weekend brings a shift in the tempo of building work. The answer lies within a framework designed to maintain societal harmony.

Health Regulations 62

Health Regulations Public Works Construction Machinery Construction Equipment 62

Roads Online

JUNE 21, 2023

You know that the crane is going to help build the client’s company and that they’re going to get 20 years plus of use from that asset.” There’s definitely versatility there for customers.” For ease of operation, each unit features simple control layouts, which are consistent across the range.

Heavy Lifting Transportation 91

Heavy Lifting Transportation Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Lifts Quality Control 91

Wolgast Corporation

APRIL 25, 2022

Build to Suit. When the time comes to move your business to its own brick and mortar (or any other building material) building, or expand to a bigger building, you have an option to keep your capital in your business rather than spend it on a loan to cover construction costs. I’ll explain more about how it works below.

Risk Management 62

Risk Management General Contracting Building Optimization Building Controls 62

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Definition of Construction. 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. Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. Building Permits.

Building Performance Measurement 52

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

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building. They act both as environmentally friendly solutions and as additions to the construction that will improve the appearance of a building as well as functionality.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2020

IPD software and support services provide an environment with a collaborative focus upon requirements definition and successful repair, renovation, and new construction project completion. Instant access to drawings using Building in Cloud built-in DWG viewer.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 60

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Closeout Lean Construction Site Planning 60

BDC Network

JULY 17, 2023

Jacob D’Albora, Director of Digital Building Operations Augmented Reality Big Data BIM and Information Technology In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, organizations from all industries are embracing innovative technologies to revolutionize their operations. Enable remote control and predictive maintenance.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement 98

Practical Law Construction

MAY 20, 2022

Commentators have begun assessing the impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) – not least on this blog – and there is much more yet to be said. Regulations controlling some construction products already exist, and a very helpful summary of these can be found here. But Condition A is striking.

Safety Regulations 90

Safety Regulations Controls Manufacturing Building Standards Cost Control 90