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.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. Whether you’re designing new spaces or upgrading old ones, knowing your options helps you invest wisely.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This strategic partnership unites three of the leading innovators in the synthetic roofing sector with a shared commitment to advancing resilient, sustainable and high-performance roofing materials. This alliance underscores our collective dedication to meeting the evolving challenges of the building and construction sectors, Rob said.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

As cities grow and populations increase, the demand for safe and durable buildings rises. Professionals like architects, engineers, and builders work together to design structures that withstand environmental challenges while ensuring occupant safety.

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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.

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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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BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

rcassidy Mon, 06/05/2023 - 12:44 Andrew Lehrer and Tyler Jensen, Environmental Systems Design A significant climate impact can be achieved with hybrid electrification that balances capital expenditure and operating expenses. is a complex system that delivers power as it is produced.

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BDC Network

MARCH 26, 2024

Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:03 Security and Life Safety HMC Architects' PreK-12 Principal in Charge, Sherry Sajadpour, shares insights from school security experts and advisors on PreK-12 design strategies. A few key considerations include: 1.

Fire Protection Systems 98

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Yet, building in wildland urban interface (WUI) zones continues at a fast pace. Dry, hot, and windy conditions—together with an ignition source—increase the risk of fire quickly spreading in any WUI zone. 1 Why are people still building, and rebuilding in WUI zones? Primarily for affordability.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

Perkins Eastman designed the new school with a concentrated focus on creating an equitable, inclusive, innovative, energy-efficient learning environment. Aligned with Alexandrias Green Building Policy, ACHS Minnie Howard Campus is targeting Net-Zero Energy and LEED Gold Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council.

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BDC Network

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

5 things developers should know about mass timber 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:36 Mass Timber Gensler's Erik Barth, architect and regional design resilience leader, shares considerations for developers when looking at mass timber solutions. Designing with mass timber is one solution that is quickly gaining momentum.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Queens Borough Hall Municipal Garage and Community Space won the Design-Build Institute of America’s 2024 National Award of Merit. The garage is New York City’s first ever municipal project contracted as a design-build construction undertaking, under the recently authorized NYC design-build legislation.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

Safe Piping Matters has published a report on enhancing firestopping through resilient piping. It presents expert insights on how to help protect the lives of occupants and first responders in building fires. Photos courtesy Safe Piping Matters. The report can be accessed on the organization’s website.

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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.

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OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

When it comes to discussing climate change resilience and sustainability, Kramer believes that these topics are inherently tied into their commitment to people and communities and describes OHM as the “community advancement firm.” One example of such a community can be found in Newark, Ohio. Myer of Cleveland in the Second Empire style.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

In an era where sustainability and resilience are more critical than ever, the construction industry is undergoing a transformation. From fire-resistant roofing to eco-friendly insulation, the technologies shaping modern buildings are setting new standards for durability and sustainability.

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Natural Building

JULY 20, 2022

The main benefit of mass timber is that it significantly reduces the embodied carbon of new buildings, up to 50% compared to a similar building of concrete or steel. Structural engineers are looking at embodied carbon to meet the requirements of a variety of green building standards and to meet sustainability goals.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2023

The hail video completes the four-part series of coverboard education videos, with one each focusing on punctures, fire, and wind. For complete information on all Georgia-Pacific building products, please visit www.buildgp.com. All four videos may be found on the Georgia-Pacific YouTube channel.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Proactive solutions are essential to protect investments, whether you own an apartment, shopping center, warehouse, office space, or multifamily property. Sustainable practices and infrastructure upgrades further enhance resilience to climate change. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Brick cladding enhances building aesthetics and durability. Key Takeaways Brick cladding systems provide a durable and efficient solution for enhancing building aesthetics while offering various types, including brick slips, handmade tiles, and modern brick effect panels.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Metal cladding shields buildings from weather and improves their look. Key Takeaways Metal cladding is highly durable, resistant to water damage, corrosion, fire, pests, and adverse weather, offering long-term savings and minimal maintenance needs. The aesthetic appeal of metal cladding also makes it a compelling option.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Danielle O’Connell, Skanska USA Building Inc. Chris Walker, The PENTA Building Group. A skilled engineer with almost 20 years of experience in the AEC industry, Andrew has a proven track record of effectively working on both the design and construction side of projects. . Manager, Global Design Tech, Amazon.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

Your home garage serves multiple vital roles, from vehicle parking protection to valuable storage real estate and hobby workshop sanctuaries. All-Weather Vehicle Protection A garage’s number one job is shielding cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, and other vehicles from the elements.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 1, 2021

Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. These include performance testing requirements of model building codes. The International Building Code.

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Safti First

AUGUST 30, 2021

I am confident that glass, with its ability to provide vision and transparency, will continue to be a popular building material. The new Pujol line will also help architects and interior designers express their artistic side in various decorative glass installations, including glass dividers, windows, walls, doors, skylights, floors and more.

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Natural Building

MAY 20, 2021

Windcatchers are a great example of the marriage between architectural design and the environment to help keep your house cool. The principles of passive solar design are core to building houses that can keep us comfy without using much energy. It is a good idea to protect the exterior from direct sunlight.

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Roofing Systems Fire Protection System Installation Building Resilience Building Design 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Constructed from fibre cement, these weatherboards are designed to withstand the harshest weather conditions. For instance, you can find woodgrain textures suitable for contemporary design. Unlike timber, which can warp, rot, or require frequent painting, a James Hardie weatherboard is incredibly resilient.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 5, 2024

PGCPS is the first jurisdiction in the nation to use a Public Private Partnership design, build, finance and maintenance model to bundle the construction and maintenance of a group of public schools. Stantec led the Blueprint Schools’ design in partnership with K. suburbs. “As

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Wall Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2024

Winter weather events can impact buildings by causing power outages and building damage from burst water pipes, water intrusion and wind. Commercial properties are vulnerable to these threats, so it’s important that building owners and operators prepare now for the winter season.

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Fire Protection System Installation Piping Installation Insurance Management Fire Protection Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Its about building structures that stand the test of time while elevating the overall appeal of a property. Lets explore how to prioritize materials and designs that deliver both style and strength. Designing for Climate-Resilience Every regions weather presents unique challenges for exterior construction.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

For years, these products have inspired European architects, design professionals and their clients. Sesco Group of companies, founded in 1983, remains a family owned and operated business providing Ontario commercial and high-end residential customers with interior and design-build services. It has a much better sound rating.”

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo as a building material has greater compressive strength and it is lightweight so that it is widely used as a construction material. Bamboo is also recently started using different types of designer homes. Bamboo has high fire resistance and it can withstand up to 4000 degree Celsius. Advantages of Bamboo.

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