CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. Experienced roofing companies in Orlando, FL , guarantee thorough damage evaluations and durable repairs through their expertise. million squares of residential roofing material.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

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.

Zoning 105

Zoning Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

BRONX, NY— Located in New York City’s South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven, the newly dedicated $175 million 425 Grand Concourse high-rise building serves as the largest Passive House project to date in North America. A principal tenet of Passive House design entails siting the building to optimize sun/heat exposure.

Concrete Pouring 130

Concrete Pouring Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Structural Systems 130

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

This article focuses on various capabilities driven by jobsite management software, while exploring its far-reaching advantages, present challenges, and its advanced capabilities through AI. A mobile-first platform supports field teams with real-time access to important project data, enhanced by AI for optimized decision-making.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

Whether it’s leveraging advanced analytics, embracing cloud-based collaboration, or optimizing BIM workflows, these top 5 software solutions empower construction firms to streamline processes, enhance communication, and deliver projects on time and within budget in 2024 and beyond.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2022

What’s more, over 165 integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our new, comprehensive field and project management solution that combines the best-in-class features from BIM 360 and PlanGrid, with new capabilities such as Cost Management and Performance Tracking. . Autodesk Build supports advanced construction workflows .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development Building Products Distribution 98

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

While there are many high-performance flooring solutions, including some custom options for specific uses, one surface stands above the rest in terms of versatility: hybrid carpet. The three layers are fused together to create a durable floor cover that looks like carpet but performs like a resilient sheet. What is hybrid carpet?

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 29, 2013

In addition, results of a national survey of construction professionals were presented. Getting found includes blogging, search engine optimization (SEO), and social media. You should blog to build a marketing asset, fuel the inbound marketing machine, and to build thought leadership and trust. How can you get more links?

Building Optimization 81

Building Optimization Surveying Building Performance Measurement Building Controls 81

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Image Courtesy of: APM Steam The heat exchange process involves maintaining effective heat transfer between the two sources, which is made challenging by the fact that heat exchangers are highly susceptible to scale build-up from treated or untreated water. They should be cleaned annually.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

Building Radar

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Understanding and utilizing key metrics is essential for assessing market performance and driving business growth. By evaluating these metrics, construction companies can make informed decisions, optimize operations, and maintain a competitive edge in a dynamic market.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization Project Management Cost Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2023

For teams to extract value from data, they must first make sense of the information they have—which is where data visualization comes in. Construction projects involve massive amounts of information and documents, including BIM models, schedules, budgets, and performance reports. Unfortunately, around 95% of that information goes unused.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 119

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Risk Management Construction Management 119

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.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

The installation process involves thorough preparation (diamond grinding, cleaning and moisture barrier application), followed by professional epoxy application and a proper curing period of 5-7 days for optimal results. In Manchester’s often damp climate, this moisture barrier is especially important for long-term performance.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Painting/finishing 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

Certified installers, especially those who carry substrate prep certification, are trained to assess and correct moisture and pH issues, so flooring projects start on the right foot, and help protect the integrity of the floor’s performance and design. After 60 seconds, plus or minus five seconds, measure pH using a strip.

Flooring Systems 108

Flooring Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Controls Manufacturing 108

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

Most modern panels feature built-in UV protection, but applying UV-resistant coatings every 3-5 years helps prevent yellowing and maintains optimal light transmission. This feature isn’t typically present in basic plastic coverings and requires special treatments for glass greenhouses.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2023, the construction industry grappled with the lingering effects of supply chain disruptions, inflation, and ever-present labor shortages —a narrative that has become all too familiar. We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Project Management 137

Construction Specifier

JUNE 14, 2024

Many buildings, particularly those located near airports, freeways, and construction zones, struggle with undesirable acoustics. These characteristics raised the thermal and acoustical performance of the windows providing a quieter and more comfortable environment for their guests. Photo by Abstract Photography Inc./courtesy

Building Performance Measurement 59

Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Quality Control Wall Systems 59

Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

Value engineering in construction has emerged as a critical methodology for optimizing both initial and long-term investments, ensuring that projects deliver the best possible value at the lowest cost. This realization marked the beginning of a systematic approach to optimizing value in manufacturing and construction.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The next stage involves the anaerobic digestion of organic matter by bacteria present in the tank. The liquid wastewater, known as effluent, occupies the middle layer.

Piping Installation 64

Piping Installation Health Regulations Building Permits Safety Regulations 64

BDC Network

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

Energy Efficiency 85

Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment HVAC System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing 85

Stok

OCTOBER 21, 2020

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency 52

Stok

OCTOBER 22, 2020

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency 52

Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone in modern construction practices. BIM allows for the creation of detailed 3D models that represent both the physical and functional characteristics of a building. Key Innovations in Construction Technology 1.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Digital twin technology is extremely useful in the built world as it helps solve various industry-specific challenges, including cost optimization, safety, thorough planning, predictive modeling, and more. From planning through construction to the operation of a building, there are enormous amounts of data created by multiple stakeholders.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Cost Control Project Management Controls Manufacturing 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

In healthcare, the IPD approach promotes teamwork where owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and key subcontractors collaborate to optimize project results. In addition, Building Information Modeling (BIM) fosters cooperation through the provision of a shared digital representation of the building. </p>

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 52

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2022

Construction industry statistics and data are playing an increasingly important role in the building sector. From measuring bid-to-win ratio, to how much a project is over budget or schedule, and KPIs , the more numbers you can put behind your work, the better. The Rise of New Building Methods. Industry Performance.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Schedule Management Project Management Risk Management 98

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Data-driven marketing enables construction businesses to make informed decisions, target the right audience, and optimize their campaigns for better results. Additionally, data-driven strategies enable continuous optimization of marketing campaigns by providing actionable insights into what works and what doesn’t.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 12, 2023

If you’re willing to get on board, the use of AI in construction could help improve safety, productivity, quality, and other vital measures. AI is a broad field in computer science that deals with creating smart machines that can perform tasks that otherwise typically require human intelligence. Machine learning is a subset of AI.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Construction Management Building Automation 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition. With her educational background and personal focus on structural engineering, she accepted a position with RJN Group Inc.,

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Optimizing indoor air quality strategy and energy efficiency are important, but often competing, goals for energy and facility professionals. Conversely, minimizing outdoor air tends to improve energy performance for the same reasons, but the minimum amount must be maintained by code and to protect health of occupants.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Quality Control Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

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. Their ability to transfer daylight also makes them beneficial for interior applications.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

till 2035, as per the research done by Market Research 365 The increasing emphasis on energy efficiency within commercial buildings is leading to a heightened demand for advanced commercial boilers that utilize cutting-edge technologies like condensing boilers and modulating burners. Bn to over USD 29.3

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Controls Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2016

Optimize Facility Renovation, Repair, and Construction Delivery with Robust Business Processes. Also, all parties must implement methods to improve the customer experience of building users. Performance improvements are available via LEAN business process and associated collaborative construction delivery methods.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement 40

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2016

Optimize Facility Renovation, Repair, and Construction Delivery with Robust Business Processes. Also, all parties must implement methods to improve the customer experience of building users. Performance improvements are available via LEAN business process and associated collaborative construction delivery methods.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement 40