UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

The post 7 Innovative Sustainable Building Materials Shaping the Future of Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. It is no longer acceptable for buildings to be just high-performing–they must contribute to the good of the planet as well. Metal B-Decking More and more buildings are constructing rooftop decks.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 5, 2024

CMS Danskin Acoustics has supplied an innovative sound reducing underlayment, designed specifically for external use, as part of the roof systems at the prestigious new 38 Berkeley Square development in Mayfair, London. CMS Danskin Acoustic’s technical team advised on materials to meet the criteria set.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 13, 2023

Bethlehem, PA – www.metal-buildings-institute.org – The Metal Buildings Institute (MBI) has released a new informational module, Quality and Craftsmanship 201 – Retrofit Roofing. A preview video is available on the Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@MBCEA.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JULY 30, 2020

Complete system: From roof to wall. house wrap / complete system / roof to wall. The complete house wrap system must cover the home completely. That includes both the roof and the outer walls. VYCOR® house wrap system. ICE & WATER SHIELD® HT high-temp roofing underlayment. michael.delros….

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The post Beyond Panels: The Rise of Integrated Solar Roofing and Building Materials appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One such transformative trend is the rise of integrated solar roofing and building materials. Learn more with GreenMatch solar panels guides.

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Metal building envelope specialist SIG Building Solutions has launched a warranted twin skin system called ‘Gemello’. Gemello, is a self-supporting roof and wall system consisting of a trapezoidal pre-finished steel liner and outer sheet with a Class A1 non-combustible glass fibre insulation in between.

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Specification Product Update

AUGUST 17, 2023

Metal building envelope specialist SIG Building Solutions has launched a warranted twin skin system called ‘Gemello’. Gemello, is a self-supporting roof and wall system consisting of a trapezoidal pre-finished steel liner and outer sheet with a Class A1 non-combustible glass fibre insulation in between.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Presented by the Copper Development Association (CDA), the NACIA awards celebrate projects across the United States and Canada that feature architectural copper and copper alloys, including roof systems, façades, and wall systems, as well as custom-fabricated elements. The streamlined process is available at copper.org.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 15, 2023

Metal building envelope specialist SIG Building Solutions has launched a warranted twin skin system called ‘Gemello’. Gemello, is a self-supporting roof and wall system consisting of a trapezoidal pre-finished steel liner and outer sheet with a Class A1 non-combustible glass fibre insulation in between.

Wall Systems 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Residential building material warranties. How to read material warranties. Review GCP material warranty. When starting a building project, whether it's renovating a house or new construction, there are so many elements to cover that warranties often get pushed to the bottom of the list. michael.delros….

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Residential building material warranties. How to read material warranties. Review GCP material warranty. When starting a building project, whether it's renovating a house or new construction, there are so many elements to cover that warranties often get pushed to the bottom of the list. michael.delros….

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GCP Applied Technologies

JULY 30, 2020

Complete home protection system: From roof to wall. house wrap / complete system / roof to wall. house wrap / complete system / roof to wall. The complete home protection system must cover the home completely. That includes both the roof and the outer walls. VYCOR® house wrap system.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JULY 30, 2020

Complete home protection system: From roof to wall. house wrap / complete system / roof to wall. house wrap / complete system / roof to wall. The complete home protection system must cover the home completely. That includes both the roof and the outer walls. VYCOR® house wrap system.

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. Roofing project for 228-unit multifamily housing in Worcester, Mass. rcassidy Fri, 10/27/2023 - 10:02 GAF Roofing project completed on time, despite New England winter weather conditions. Based in Westport, Mass.,

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 22, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com : The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is pleased to welcome four new associate members to its ranks: Innovative Clean Energy LLC , the International Accreditation Service (IAS) , Robert Sage Careers, LLC, and SWD Urethane.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

Climate and weather very much influence the design and construction of building enclosure systems, especially roof systems and assemblies. More extreme and destructive weather events are demonstrating that many of today’s building solutions might not be sufficiently resilient. Sustainability and resilience.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Re-roofing projects generate tremendous amounts of waste material that should be diverted away from landfills. The PVC (vinyl) roofing industry is committed to increasing the amount of post-consumer recycling of its products. Recycled PVC roofing can contribute to both closed-loop and open-loop processes.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

Asbestos is a mineral fibre that was commonly used in construction materials for its fire-resistant and insulating properties. In this article, we will delve into the reasons why asbestos was used in building materials and why it is no longer considered safe.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 8, 2024

A System that Takes Developers and Builders from Design to Completion qpurcell Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:41 When the team behind the design-build company Shibusa Systems researched the causes of the U.S. housing crisis, they determined that the escalating costs of land and materials weren’t the main issue. “We The upshot?

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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).

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2024

The construction or renovation of buildings accounts for approximately 39% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions each year. That category refers to the total greenhouse gas emissions generated over the lifecycle of a building, road or any type of infrastructure. Embodied carbon contributes another 11%.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 23, 2024

Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. Instead, a simple pulley system and a couple of workers can maneuver and place the panels onsite.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. “In Metal buildings are highly fire resistant and have been proven to stand up against extreme weather events.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Do you reside in Vancouver, WA, and need roof repair or replacement? Choosing a roofing contractor can feel overwhelming with so many options available. You do this by hiring local roofing contractors. This article explores why local expertise is essential for roofing projects, especially in a vibrant community like Vancouver.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. This is not a theory. We have done it,” he says.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has added to its a library of free, downloadable resources for architectural students and their professors with its newest publication, “The Milne Center for Ocean Science and Conservation.”

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The cause is a variety of factors, chief among them the dark, impermeable roofs used on many urban buildings. They absorb solar energy and radiate heat that is either transferred inside the building or blown off the roof to heat the surrounding air. The benefits of PVC roofing are realized immediately upon installation.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2024

The birth and adoption of sustainable construction practices are transforming the building industry. That’s why building eco-friendly homes is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Use of sustainable building materials One of the best ways to achieve sustainability in construction is through materials.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 13, 2023

This is the first architectural zinc material in the world to reduce an already small carbon footprint by more than half. RHEINZINK-prePATINA ECO ZINC material production generates significantly less CO2 than any other architectural zinc manufacturing process. and Canada Green Building Councils’ LEED® criteria.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

After 80 years of continuous operation the building required significant upgrades to provide tenants with code compliant, state-of-the-art facilities and Class A office space. A building-wide life safety analysis determined that the two existing egress stairs were insufficient to meet the population based on current building codes.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

WALTHAM, MA – Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) will host a four-part webinar series in October describing the impacts of embodied carbon on building projects and exploring how the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry has responded to calls for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The Lakewood Villages project, which consists of four buildings with a total of 96 apartments, in Palm Springs, Fla., 13, WPBF 25 reports, and uses a building system consisting of blocks that interlock much like toy Lego bricks. It's important to our residents to have a building that's going to be able to sustain them.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 29, 2024

CCM University courses are available to any industry professional looking to increase their knowledge of single-ply and building envelope systems.

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Construction Daily News

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In modern digital era, having a professional website isn’t just an option for your roofing business – it’s essential for success. You’ll be glad to know that modern website builders come equipped with everything you need under one roof.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2024

Metal roofing continues to claim a larger part of the market and with that growth, there is a demand for more qualified installers. METALCON is offering the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience, observing and installing metal roofing on the trade show floor. METALCON will be at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Oct.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

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