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Construction Enquirer
MAY 9, 2023
Structural building components specialist ACS Stainless Steel Fixings (ACS) has launched Intex Fire Protect. It is the first masonry support system combining four critical components in one easy-to-fit design – meaning it is over 40% faster to install.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 10, 2024
Laminators Incorporated presents AdaptaClad™ RS, a new shop-fabricated rainscreen wall system designed to provide significant time and labor savings to fabricators and installers. Its built-in adaptability makes it possible to install over almost any building substrate.
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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.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2023
Entrance BEFORE Western decided in January to update the building’s entrance with a low maintenance Aluminum Composite Material (ACM)/Metal Composite Material (MCM) rainscreen for a fresh and modern look. “We We chose ACM/MCM to give the building a new, modern appeal.
CCR Magazine
JULY 10, 2024
First responders such as fire, EMS and police depend on reliable two-way radio communication when lives and property are at risk. That’s not always an easy task in many buildings. In-building radio signals are often absorbed or blocked by structures that are larger, underground, or constructed of concrete or metal.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
The post Brick Cladding Options for External Walls appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Brick cladding enhances building aesthetics and durability. This guide covers top brick cladding options, including types, benefits, and installation tips for external walls.
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.
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.
Specification Product Update
OCTOBER 12, 2023
AIM Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing has supplied wall cavity barriers and open state cavity barriers (OSCBs), along with technical support, for a ‘path-breaking’, 900-room student accommodation development at the University of West England Bristol’s Frenchay Campus. The first rooms will be available from September 2023.
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.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
The residences feature modern, premium finishes, while the building itself encompasses a rooftop deck offering endless views of Lake Michigan’s shoreline and Chicago’s iconic skyline. Valdex, Niles, IL installed the ACM panels using Laminators ’ “Legacy Version” of their 1-Piece, Tight-Fit Molding installation system.
Specification Product Update
OCTOBER 16, 2023
DC Fire Protection Ltd., based at Wellingborough in Northamptonshire, works right across the country covering multiple sectors of the construction industry, installing active as well as passive fire protection systems. DC Fire Protection Ltd.,
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
The post Metal Cladding Solutions | Durable Wall Panels & Sheets appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Metal cladding shields buildings from weather and improves their look. Steel wall cladding sheets, in particular, boast exceptional durability, reducing the need for frequent replacements or major repairs.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2023
It presents expert insights on how to help protect the lives of occupants and first responders in building fires. There is quite a lengthy list of items which can result in problems with the installation of firestopping materials,” states one expert. The report can be accessed on the organization’s website.
BDC Network
JUNE 8, 2024
Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients.
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.
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. They’re also resistant to fading, so the vibrant colour you choose remains as stunning as the day it was installed.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
The post Cement Board Cladding for Durable Exterior Walls appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Are you looking for a durable, low-maintenance option for exterior walls? Cement board cladding offers exceptional weather resistance, longevity, and design versatility. It provides a reliable and robust solution for any building.
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.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 2, 2020
The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
Timber cladding is a sustainable and stylish option for covering walls. In this article, we’ll explore the top choices, benefits, and installation tips for timber cladding. It effortlessly adapts to various design aesthetics, making it a popular choice for architects and builders alike.
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.
cnstrctr
AUGUST 3, 2019
One of the first projects I was on the architect asked us if the firestopping material was installed in the movie theatre. Because I was new I had no idea was this crucial element to the building life safety systems were. Where Can I Find Firestopping In A Building? Don’t know what a fire separation plan is?
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. Walls have many such joints.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 18, 2023
Consulting with an expert can streamline the conversion to electric boilers while reducing total project cost and maximizing system reliability. To address climate change, states and cities are increasingly phasing out fossil fuel use in commercial buildings in favor of clean, green electric options.
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.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 11, 2021
Glass curtain wall façade (left); detail of touch-mullion shadow box within unitized curtain wall. 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. Jackson, AIA. It is early morning on a summer day in the mid-Atlantic.
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.
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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Construction Daily News
MARCH 21, 2024
As we step into 2024, the world of office design is witnessing a fascinating blend of practicality and style. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key trends shaping commercial workspace design in 2024. Embracing Nature Indoors: Biophilic Design One noticeable trend gaining momentum is the concept of biophilic design.
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
Education and awareness continue the drive toward higher performance building envelopes, which is prompting greater consideration of insulation levels, R-value , airtightness, vapor diffusion, condensation control, acoustics, and more. As a result, more thought is now invested in material selection and whole system performance.
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.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 16, 2021
Skirting is constructed in almost every residential building, commercial building, industrial building, etc. Generally skirting is a board which is provided in the junction point of the wall and the interior wall throughout its length. In light flooring, walls, ceiling works; wooden skirting is used.
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?
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!
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
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.
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.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 18, 2023
As counsel and advisor to corporations, design professionals, institutions and construction lenders, LePatner points to demand from major users such as Amazon, Microsoft, Meta (Facebook), and Google, who are known in the industry as “hyperscale operators” for the scale at which they operate.
Construction Specifier
MAY 8, 2020
Images courtesy AD Systems. As specifiers know, over the last 30 years, the need for improved occupant well-being has given rise to a vast evolution in the world of building design. While numerous product developments have contributed to this much-needed design shift, door advancements played a pivotal role in the progression.
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
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. Part II is no exception. Featured projects. Incheon International Airport. Tuscany's Apuano Hospital. Las Vegas Airport. read more. .
CivilJungle
JANUARY 7, 2021
Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Shotcrete Wall.
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