UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Build and support collaborative internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery terms. #5. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

Twin-wall polycarbonate panels provide excellent thermal efficiency with 80-85% light transmission, creating stable growing conditions year-round whilst reducing energy costs by up to 40%. The panels come in two primary types: twin-wall (double layer) and single-wall construction.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Create specific zones for tools, gardening equipment, sports gear and automotive supplies to establish a logical system.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. This shrink-swell cycle is most devastating in areas with heavy clay content in the soil as the constant expansion and contraction put much pressure on foundation walls and other structural members.

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Foundation Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Property Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

This made me look for different ways to build a home. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. This gave me a chance to use fewer new building materials. It also reduces the environmental damage that comes from building regular homes.

Ceiling Systems 52

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. These materials come from demolished buildings and are repurposed for new construction, reducing waste and cutting material costs.

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Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The project team, led by STV as the overall task lead and subconsultant to Chen Ryan Associates (CRA), will design plans to replace the existing TPSS while minimizing impacts and delays to the system, maintaining the operational efficiency of MTS’s extensive 65-mile track network and keeping the system’s 300,000 weekday trips on schedule.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

This step might not be the most exciting, but trust me, its the foundation for everything else. Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Inspect the foundation. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Are there leaks or low water pressure?

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

They make thick walls with a mixture of clay-rich mud, shredded straw and limestone slurry. The AI-controlled robot has pincher-type arms that can scoop up and move heavy globs of wet adobe that are then moved by conveyor to plywood forms. This eliminates much of the labor in building with adobe.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control 98

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Protecting below grade spaces such as tunnels as well as foundation walls and basements is a complex challenge, due to a number of environmental factors that can degrade the structure or cause tremendous damage to what is stored within it. Dewatering system. Types of Below Grade Barriers. Waterproofing Below Grade Structures.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Construction of wall, floor, and roof systems offsite has multiple advantages, including compressing the project schedules, reducing site labor and waste, improving consistency and quality control, and increasing safety for workers. Just about any finish that can be applied to a floor or wall surface can be used on the panels.

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Wall Systems Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 95

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. The Wall Street Journal and CollegeNET recognize NIU as a leading institution for social mobility, or helping its students climb the socioeconomic ladder.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. GCP Applied Technologies. April 25, 2018. learn more >. learn more >.

Fire Protection System Installation 99

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 99

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Building on Brownfields. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2023

Paulson Center is a new multipurpose campus building aligned with the university’s Climate Action Plan, aiming to be one of the greenest urban campuses in the U.S. The building embodies the spirit of the university and fosters fresh ways to learn, connect, work, play, and live. In addition to an efficient filtration system, the John A.

Flooring Systems 97

Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems Structural Systems Roofing Systems 97

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.

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Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

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.

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Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Standards Building Codes 113

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

There are countless incidents of commercial digging resulting in damage to foundation walls, underground utility lines, and root systems of iconic trees. Just like the technology used in building and materials is constantly evolving, so too are the resources used in construction inspection.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Efforts to prioritize the building’s interconnectivity save the student-athletes at least 30 minutes per day in travel time. Stacking the men’s and women’s practice courts with a unique split slab system enhanced sound isolation and structural system efficiency compared to previous designs.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. Read on to learn about the advantages of fabric buildings.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Damp and rot prevention requires a multi-layered approach, incorporating proper drainage, ventilation systems, and moisture barriers during construction phases. Three main types of dampness affect buildings: rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation damp, each requiring specific prevention methods and treatments.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Amy Heffner Expanding Roads without Major Land Purchases As traffic in San Antonio continued to grow, the city needed to expand its road system. As a result, the highway had to be constructed within an elevated viaduct to avoid disruption to the many adjacent buildings. Amy Heffner is director, product marketing with Bentley Systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

By Mike Fischer One of the first questions to be asked when designing a basement foundation is “what is the desired functionality of the basement?” On one end of the spectrum, a basement may provide comfortable, fully habitable spaces comparable to the above-grade portions of the building (Figure 1).

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Foundation Systems Wall Systems Flooring Systems Waterproofing Systems 59

CCR Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

We’ll tackle these issues head-on, showing you how to evaluate offers, negotiate effectively, and keep control of your closing timeline. Know Your Home’s Market Value Understanding the current market worth of the property is essential as it sets the foundation for a fair offer and helps shape realistic expectations today.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. 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. What is hybrid carpet?

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Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

BDC Network

JULY 19, 2024

The Role of Diaphragms and Shear Walls in Creating Resilient Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 07/19/2024 - 11:00 MFPRO+ Blog Guide to incorporating diaphragms and shear walls into your next building project design. Diaphragms and Shear Walls Defined A diaphragm is a flat structural unit acting like a deep, thin beam.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 3, 2020

For example, control flow concrete is ideal for most slab on grade and formed concrete applications, while self-consolidating concrete is advantageous for use in highly reinforced and very difficult to cast applications … more. Visibility into the concrete mix as it’s transported from plant to jobsite, via this cloud-connected system … more.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Cast in place concrete is a construction technology where building components like walls, slabs are cast at the site by Formwork. Cast-in-place concrete slabs, concrete foundations, beam, column , wall, roof, etc.,

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

These companies offer a variety of services, such as foundation repair, sump pump installation, and French drains. Common Causes of Basement Water Damage Basement water damage in Allentown, PA, is often due to specific issues such as foundation cracks and seasonal rain effects. Poor drainage systems exacerbate this issue.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. GCP Applied Technologies. April 25, 2018. learn more >. learn more >.

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