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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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 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

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Warranty 52

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.

Roofing Systems 52

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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. From the roof to the walls, we've got you covered… #WeatherOrNot.

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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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The Pro Builder

MAY 29, 2024

The first of its kind in the world, the LoMa home utilizes technology that makes it the first International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES)-approved home to use load-bearing 3D-printed walls. “We Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process. Photos courtesy BB3D Creating this magic is Black Buffalo’s NEXCON Printer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 29, 2024

Louis area, Barnes-Jewish Health Systems (BJC) undertook a long-term, campus wide renewal project. A key architectural element of the building was on the west projection, which featured a cantilever piece that stemmed out 25 feet beginning on the fifth floor. PD5 shoring systems spanned up to 40 feet.

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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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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.

Roofing Systems 78

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Waterproofing Systems Material Handling 78

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.

Roofing Systems 78

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

ACI Certificate Programs, delivered through ACI University, encourage concrete professionals to gain in-depth knowledge about particular topics in concrete materials, design, repair, or construction by following a defined online course of study. ACI CODE-440.11-22

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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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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Jody Wall Every four years, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) issues a report card that grades America’s infrastructure. In the latest edition, the nation scored a C- on the overall assessment, indicating that while overall these systems are in fair condition, they exhibit deficiencies and increasing vulnerabilities.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 4, 2024

The 525,000-square foot, 17-story building features two floors of restaurant and retail space and 15 stories of office space, occupied by Amazon’s Boston Tech Hub. PERI USA was selected to be the singular supplier for formwork solutions, delivering large quantities of formwork, scaffolding, and climbing systems.

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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

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

ICFs create a durable building enclosure that can withstand many different forces of nature. The strength of the insulated concrete wall systems comes from the steel-reinforced solid concrete core. I was actually thinking of building with ICFs as a contractor. That’s where Nudura Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) come in.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

When it comes to building design, the concept of mass walls plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity, energy efficiency, and moisture control. These walls are known for their high thermal mass, which allows them to absorb, store, and gradually release heat, helping to stabilize indoor temperatures.

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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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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. Further benefits include: 1.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. How to Build a Home That Won’t Combust? Villa home.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 18, 2024

PEX: State-of-the-Art for Potable Water; Historical Overview of Discontinued PB Piping Materials Also Examined IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses the critical differences between crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing systems with polybutylene (PB) systems has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc.

Plumbing Systems 130

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The Pro Builder

MAY 28, 2024

It also means the homes have a smaller carbon footprint before and as they’re built—by reducing the emissions from all their materials. This concept, embodied carbon , is one important focus area for RMI , a nonprofit that works to transform energy systems in order to secure a zero-carbon built environment.

Environmental Consulting 285

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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%.

Renewable Energy Systems 263

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

New Technical Document Details Proper Steps for Use IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses techniques for the safe and proper use of spray polyurethane foam insulation on and around plastic pressure pipe materials has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc.

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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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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.

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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

AUGUST 1, 2023

ICM) , was hired to do in the summer of 2019 for Reaction Engines , a privately-held technology company that’s developing thermal management systems and novel propulsion solutions for the defense and commercial high-speed flight sector, as well as for aviation, automotive, and energy sectors in the US and UK.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 10, 2024

A fiberglass exterior ensures durability, while a hidden multi-point locking system provides security, a combination of features that few can match. Pivot Door System Image: Simpson Door Co. The Pivot Door System is a unique solution for customizable, extra-large doors. SILVER Simpson Door Co.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

But inside one of three Brucewood Homes , it was a relatively pleasant 55 degrees—with the heating system turned off. RODE worked in collaboration with OPAL , a Maine-based firm that exclusively designs buildings according to passive house principles. Inside the glass wall stands a sculptural staircase made of steel and white oak.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 16, 2023

Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced today the successful completion of a series of seismic tests on the tallest building yet subjected to earthquake simulations. Seismic tests simulating both the 1994 magnitude 6.7

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” They will also be able to determine the level of performance in an energy code or high-performance rating system.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2024

By Greg Koch As energy codes and sustainability standards continue to drive industry innovation, specifiers can now choose curtain wall systems that waste significantly less energy than their predecessors. It has been a very slow process, but material developments in this sphere are now gaining in popularity. From polyamide 6.6

Building Materials Manufacturing 119

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Siplast, a Standard Industries company, introduces a self-adhered vapor permeable (VP) air and water-resistive barrier (AWB) developed for commercial wall applications — WALLcontrol™ Monolith VP Adhered AWB. To learn more about Siplast and the brand’s high-performance AWB product line, visit www.siplast.com. </p>

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 10, 2024

It features the brand’s exclusive double-lead SureStart point for a fast start and a Torx ttap drive system for stable, wobble-free installation. Regardless of finish material, each door panel can be up to 24 inches wide and 96 inches high.

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