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The Pro Builder
JUNE 2, 2023
But as it turns out, there may be bigger opportunities for the polystyrene foam to benefit our daily lives—and it comes in the form of building homes. Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP).
Specification Product Update
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. The project required a large fire resistant screen complete with fire doors to compartmentalise two areas of the building.
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CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2024
Integrated Facility Services (IFS) has completed complex mechanical contracting projects to convert two historic buildings in downtown St. IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.
BDC Network
JULY 20, 2023
Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems.
Specification Product Update
OCTOBER 12, 2023
The new-build, low-carbon design development, which includes three buildings, six stories high, is to help meet demand from students for high-quality on-campus accommodation. Designed by Stride Treglown, the project’s main contractor is Vinci Construction. The first rooms will be available from September 2023.
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.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
In this guide, we will delve into the critical aspects of choosing the right air conditioning unit, assessing your home’s layout for optimal cooling, understanding installation options, planning for electrical requirements, and navigating local regulations.
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
JUNE 20, 2023
The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.
Safti First
MARCH 13, 2023
Architects, glaziers and building owners no longer had to settle for unsafe wire glass or expensive, tinted filmed and laminated ceramics. One look at SuperClear 45-HS and SuperClear 45-HS-LI and you can see why these products disrupted (and continue to disrupt) the 45 minute fire protective glazing market.
BD+C
MARCH 8, 2023
Architects, glaziers and building owners no longer had to settle for unsafe wire glass or expensive, tinted filmed and laminated ceramics. One look at SuperClear 45-HS and SuperClear 45-HS-LI and you can see why these products disrupted (and continue to disrupt) the 45 minute fire protective glazing market.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Whether you’re building a new home, renovating an existing one, or upgrading your insulation to be more environmentally friendly, choosing the right underfloor insulation can make a significant difference. This means your heating system doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain a comfortable temperature, resulting in lower energy bills.
BDC Network
JUNE 8, 2024
Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. The hotter and unhealthier the factory floor, the more likely it is that workers will look to transfer out as soon as they can. The “human factor” comes in second place.
Specification Product Update
JUNE 15, 2023
A leading passive fire protection contractor has been involved in the installation of fully compatible products from the range of TBA FIREFLY TM for the creation of half hour fire barriers within ceiling voids to a major general hospital undergoing extensive refurbishment work in the north of England.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Design Preferences and Modern Features Open floor plans and multifunctional spaces dominate current home design preferences. Storage solutions and organizational systems attract buyers focused on clutter-free living. Solar panel installation options and water conservation features demonstrate forward-thinking design.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. Structural Changes Structural changes involve significant modifications to the core framework of a building or home. A wrong move can compromise the stability and safety of the entire building.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. s Court Square neighborhood and setting the stage for the city’s long-term economic growth.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. 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.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 13, 2023
Ensure structural elements like wall ties are installed correctly with a reputable supplier for long term performance. These layers play a crucial role in controlling moisture and air movement within the wall system, protecting the insulation and timber frame structure.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
Cement board cladding offers exceptional weather resistance, longevity, and design versatility. This article explores the key benefits, design options, and installation tips for cement board cladding, helping you make an informed choice for your next project. It provides a reliable and robust solution for any building.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 11, 2021
The temperature dropped overnight, and the sun is just beginning to rise, lighting the glass façades of the skyline, as the humidity and heat start to build up. The spandrel glass at the floor levels appears hazy and fogged over compared to the clear windows below. Illustration courtesy Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase. Verify that the HVAC systems are sited properly.
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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. We will also to be able to fabricate decorative glass, walking surfaces for glass floors, and other specialty applications. In fact, it remains strong that we will all come out of this better than before.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
Rising costs and ever-increasing demand related to commercial steel as a construction material raise the question of whether a commercial steel building is a sound investment. Steel is a sturdy, weather-resistant option for commercial buildings that outlasts traditional construction methods. What is a Commercial Steel Building?
West Shore Construction
JANUARY 17, 2023
If you want to get the most out of your renovation, USA Today suggests considering the following improvements : Replace the tub Install natural stone kitchen countertops Replace siding and garage doors You Need a Place to Store Your Stuff Before contractors can start demolition, you need to clear out the room.
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.
Construction Marketing
JULY 6, 2022
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are hollow foam blocks stacked into a building’s exterior wall shape, strengthened with steel rebar, and filled with concrete. It combines Expanded Polystyrene, a fine insulating material, with steel-reinforced concrete, a strong structural building material. How long does an ICF building last?
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. 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.
Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Think of it like building a sturdy foundation for your knowledge. Get ready to explore the building blocks of construction and the fancy words that come with them!
UK Construction Blog
JULY 10, 2023
Located in Bristol and Bath, and selected wider locations, we have particular expertise in restoring and remodelling period and listed buildings, innovatively integrating historical detailing with contemporary fittings. Some of the ways we are doing this: Upgrading boiler & controls Installing more efficient boilers.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 19, 2023
Designing Your Mobile Office A well-designed office can boost productivity and morale. During the design phase, contemplate the intended usage of the space. Will it be an open floor plan, or will it contain individual workstations? You’ll also want to plan for electrical installations and internet connectivity.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 16, 2021
Skirting is constructed in almost every residential building, commercial building, industrial building, etc. Types of Roof Tiles | Tile Roof Replacement | Tile Installation Cost | Roofing Tile Price | Ceramic Tile Price Per Square Foot | Tile Installation Factors. Movable Floor Skirting. Related Article.
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 1, 2019
Part I of our project briefcases series featured a diverse construction portfolio that helped keep prominent, global projects on track, on budget, and protected for decades to come. Safeguard building. STRUX® 90/40 macro fibers, ECLIPSE® Floor, and ADVA® 140M admixtures were crucial to creating a durable concrete floor.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 4, 2022
Information of Building Dimensions. Buildings serve as universal carriers of art, culture, history, economics, and equity while also providing us with basic human necessities such as shelter, security, privacy, storage , and labour. The building standards in residential buildings are decided by this procedure.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. Performance requirements.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Mastic Asphalt Flooring. Its humidity and freezing floor are losing control and will be curious for another result, such as mastic asphalt flooring. Earlier, it would be best if you had dared to select mastic asphalt flooring because it’s one sheet , fudging the result of all your flooring puzzles.
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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Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 13, 2023
Safety starts well before shovels hit the earth during design to ensure a safe project. Sometimes it’s the simple things that lead to marked improvements. Today, you can pre-assemble large portions of the piping, duct, and conduit at floor level and then place it into larger, multi-discipline sections overhead.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
The aluminum composite panel is indeed a construction substance wherein thermoplastic polythene base as well as the fire-retardant base layer are placed between two made of aluminum sheets. Polythene is not a fire-resistant substance, it sparks and spreads the fire. Building works are classified into three categories.
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.
CivilJungle
APRIL 29, 2022
Purpose of Tile Flooring in the House. There are some essential purposes behind fitting tiles in the home, It is effortlessly found in the market and provides many kinds of designs, colors, and shapes. Tiles have a shiny fresh floor, which provides free wash. The tiles are long-lasting design materials. Floor Tile Size.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 16, 2023
As a result, a rise in the installation of insulating glass windows to prevent energy loss and lower energy bills is aiding market expansion. Glass insulation is a popular option for builders and contractors since it helps buildings comply with these criteria by lowering heat transmission and energy use. through 2033.
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 7, 2018
Texas is one of the leading states in educational building construction. Their buildings are fairly similar and usually coexist in the same areas. They found that the rise of cube culture and open floor plans that could fit more workers in the same area decreased demand on new office development. Fire proofing.
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these critical facilities. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system.
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