Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 29, 2021

In the 20 th century, wall assemblies discretized into multi-layered systems with each playing a distinct role. Each new layer arose with the emergence of building science technology, including rain screen design principles and the evolution of building materials. All-in-one products pose drawbacks, as well.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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BD+C

MARCH 31, 2023

Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Weatherproof outlets mounted 48 inches from the floor protect connections from moisture and damage. Weatherproof outlets mounted 48 inches from the floor protect connections from moisture and damage.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

The structure fulfils high requirements in terms of energy efficiency, protection against the environmental influences and noise, durability, low maintenance, moisture regulation and sustainability. The all-in-one system of compatible products with tested and approved individual components covers a wide range of subframe solutions.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For example, improved performance may be desired in a mechanical system intake plenum that will be exposed to rain and snow that infiltrates the louver, or at some other unique interior application. Unfortunately, the use of exterior-grade waterproofing within interior space has fire- and life-safety code implications that require analysis.

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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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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?

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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 US manufacturing sector is booming. Manufacturing has one of the highest costs to hire, estimated at $5,100 by RecruiterBox. Manufacturing plants are often extremely hot.

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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. Along with the launch of their new system, Laminators Inc.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. You’re not alone.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. Impregnation refers to a technique for treating absorbent materials with chemicals. Architectural Trim, Exterior Wall Coverings.

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BDC Network

JUNE 17, 2024

Fire-rated Glazing Supports Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 06/17/2024 - 11:12 Fire-rated glazing supports safer school design and supports building plans that meet model building code requirements. These standards simulate how a material or system might perform when subjected to similar situations in application.

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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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Construction Specifier

MARCH 20, 2025

By Chuck Knickerbocker Photo Simon Hurst Photography/courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) Glazing systems are significant in connecting interior spaces to the outdoors, making them a popular option for todays sleek and modern building facades. Consider aluminumthe historical framing material for curtain walls.

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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.

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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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BDC Network

JULY 22, 2024

Fire-Rated Frames Contribute More Than Code Compliance 1 kcichowicz Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:52 Fire-rated design is no longer limited to opaque materials. Fire-rated glass and narrow-profile, fire-rated frames support inspiring and code-compliant designs. Consider warehouse fires.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

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. Meeting Perkins Eastmans project selection criteria, Rockfon ceiling systems help optimize sound absorption, enhance daylighting and support indoor air quality.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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Safti First

DECEMBER 16, 2024

For architects, this investment highlights a growing trend: the prioritization of innovative, sustainable, and safety-focused materials in transportation infrastructure. One such material fire rated glass is increasingly setting benchmarks in design and performance across airports, train stations, bus terminals, and ferry terminals.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 29, 2021

All images courtesy BASF Wall Systems. Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) are above-grade, exterior wall claddings used across the country on residential and commercial buildings. EIFS is a versatile building material and exterior wall cladding system.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 3, 2023

Photo © Stéphane Brügger By Alexandre Bélisle Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are gaining popularity in the construction industry as an innovative and turnkey solution for building envelopes. Designing with IMPs gives project owners, architects, and contractors a competitive edge in today’s design-build market.

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Specification Product Update

APRIL 19, 2024

Two large internal glass screens which balance aesthetics with assured fire protection have been created using Promat SYSTEMGLAS ® F1 within a new multi-million pound facility to support the day-to-day operations of a major UK airline. The twin 6m wide by 2m high glass screens feature inside the purpose-built 150,000 sq.

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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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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.

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Safti First

AUGUST 30, 2021

While we still have some challenges along the way, particularly with supply chain interruptions, and fulfilling pent-up demand for materials, my optimism is still undeterred. I am confident that glass, with its ability to provide vision and transparency, will continue to be a popular building material.

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Specification Product Update

JANUARY 16, 2024

Two large internal glass screens which balance aesthetics with assured fire protection have been created using Promat SYSTEMGLAS ® F1 within a new multi-million pound facility to support the day-to-day operations of a major UK airline. The twin 6m wide by 2m high glass screens feature inside the purpose-built 150,000 sq.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Timber cladding is a sustainable and stylish option for covering walls. Correct installation techniques and the use of protective coatings are crucial to enhancing the longevity and performance of timber cladding, ensuring it remains an eco-friendly and visually appealing choice.

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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. Fire proofing. Fire protection. Building Envelope Solutions. Wall flashing. Part II is no exception.

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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. Green Building Council’s LEED® Silver standards. According to Gilbane, the schools are all designed to meet the U.S.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

This is composed of aluminum composite material (ACM) comprising two thin coated aluminum sheets. Consisting of two different components, metal and non-metal, as aluminum is metal and polyethylene plastic is non-metal, it performs better in terms and disadvantages of the new material. Type B protects 3 storage buildings and. #3.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2023

By Angie Ogino Passive fire containment (PFC) systems in high-rise commercial buildings helps support a precious commodity—time—which allows occupants to safely egress a structure during a fire. This standard requires the subjection of firestopping systems to intensive and rigorous testing. Today’s U.S.

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