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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. Employing preventive measures can save your project from unanticipated disasters in the long run, ensuring trouble-free operation. You must also have proper plans for water supply and sewage systems.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The partnership builds on Bentley’s recent acquisition of Cesium , the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications. By integrating 3D geospatial data with Cesium and Bentley’s iTwin platform, stakeholders can visualize their assets, both existing and planned, in full, real-world context.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 22, 2023
But the Desert Comfort Idea Home , a high-performance, net-zero–energy custom home built in the Sonoran Desert north of Phoenix, the latest in a series of Idea Homes produced by Pro Builder , is very real … and it delivers all of the comforts a desert oasis promises.
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CCR Magazine
JANUARY 21, 2025
In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Digital transformation in construction means using modern technology to improve the way projects are planned, managed, and built.
iField Smart
JULY 11, 2024
Manual on-site surveys, prone to human error, are required to verify measurements and identify discrepancies between the original plans and the actual construction. Data Analytics: Advanced software can analyze as-built data to identify trends, optimize building performance, and inform future projects.
BDC Network
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The Sustainability Group will strengthen Suffolk’s in-house expertise and ability to design and execute a wider range of green building solutions. In design, Swenso collaborates closely with design teams to optimize strategies for cost effectiveness to meet operational carbon goals using life cycle costing.
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Commercial Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Yet, with strategic planning, collaboration, and communication, we have learned how to collaborate to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smoother project delivery and protecting investments. This early planning minimizes the risk of disruptions and keeps the project aligned with its budget and schedule.
LetsBuild
MAY 26, 2023
For example, you can adopt green building and technology solutions to ensure optimal energy performance and site efficiency. Sustainable construction is an approach to building and construction that emphasises reduced waste production, energy consumption, and material use. Why is sustainable construction important?
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The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
That said, this article will unravel strategies that resonate with professionals, from those who meticulously plan projects to those who wield the tools on-site. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. Ensure equipment is maintained and used safely.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
We plan and prepare as best we can but the unpredictable nature of geology can surprise us at any moment. km twin-tube tunnel that will have 10, 15-m-long cross passages and three technical buildings, each of which is 16.8-m So tunnel construction requires versatility, agility, efficiency and accuracy.”
iField Smart
JANUARY 21, 2025
Without a unified system to monitor resource availability, usage, and performance, project managers struggle to enhance resource use and manage project schedules. A mobile-first platform supports field teams with real-time access to important project data, enhanced by AI for optimized decision-making. A list of FAQs have been compiled.
Construction Specifier
MAY 23, 2023
California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events. m (14 ft), 5.18
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Transparency & Regulation. The solution?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2024
Decision 1: How to improve asset and portfolio performance Whether you're managing one or 50 facilities, actively monitoring and improving performance is critical to long-term profitability. Let's look at the ways you can improve asset and portfolio performance.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.
Construction Marketing
MAY 17, 2023
These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). QR codes have emerged as a valuable asset in promoting safe practices.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Commercial buildings must enhance the comfort, enjoyment, and/or productivity of each occupant. The good news is that there are numerous building materials and design concepts that can provide a leg up in the process. Acoustic Wall Panels Many modern commercial interiors are designed using the open floor plan concept.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 21, 2023
We don't always throw around the word "revolutionary," but building information modeling (BIM) has truly been that over the last few decades. Remember, BIM is all about creating and managing the information of buildings. Shape 3D is the fundamental and most common use of BIM, and it represents the basic structure of a building.
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.
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 .
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Traditional design-bid-build models where the burden of risk was principally shouldered by contractors are gradually giving way to more collaborative models where risks and responsibilities are more evenly shared. Design-build or construction management at risk models require contractors to find the cheapest design among many options.
iField Smart
AUGUST 4, 2024
Challenges in Traditional On-Site Reporting: The Paperwork Bottleneck : Before diving into the benefits of CDR and CDPR software, it’s important to understand the pain points they address. Analyzing this fragmented data to identify trends, anticipate problems, or measure progress becomes a time-consuming and inefficient task.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 4, 2022
It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Take BIM for example.
iField Smart
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Among these, construction management software (CMS) has become an indispensable tool, revolutionizing project planning, execution, and monitoring. Reporting and Analytics: CMS generates comprehensive reports and dashboards, offering insights into project progress, performance metrics, and potential risks.
Stok
MARCH 28, 2019
Given that buildings account for 39% of CO2 emissions in the United States, one of the foremost objectives in the sustainable building industry is to eliminate or reduce our built environment’s carbon emissions. The question is, how do we work towards carbon neutrality in buildings? Energy Storage: Buildings as Batteries.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 9, 2024
We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. By leveraging 3D models in the field, teams can walk the projects, and ensure constructability and maintainability without having to wait for a designer to be brought on site.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2023
WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, built the ClimateVue suite of tools to help clients improve their resilience practices by monitoring future rainfall trends, help communities visualize potential impacts and create mitigation plans while providing local leaders with real-time management tools.
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CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A lot can disrupt what the plan was/is for a project. Ensure a clear understanding and that all stakeholders know and agree with the plan. Deliver superior performance by setting the most realistic goals for the project. This relies on having the right cost estimates, schedules, and construction plans.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Optimized workflows are essential to well-running projects and teams in the AEC industry. The three most significant areas within optimized construction workflows are communication, data, and transparency. Machine learning is also helping construction pros optimize their workflows and aid decision-making.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
His professional journey is marked by a dedication to the principles of participatory planning and co-design strategies, which he seamlessly integrates into practice. 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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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Stok
AUGUST 28, 2019
Due to their embodied carbon and operational carbon footprints, buildings play a significant role in these efforts, so understanding the impact of legislation on buildings is critical. This directly translates to building energy codes. And, the result of this baseline? How to approach compliance.
Building Radar
AUGUST 13, 2024
When it comes to energy efficiency in buildings, insulation plays a crucial role. The R-value is a measure of thermal resistance, indicating how well insulation can resist heat flow. The R-value is a measure of thermal resistance, indicating how well insulation can resist heat flow. What is R-Value? Why R-Value Matters 1.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
So what’s the key to optimizing your workforce more effectively? At Autodesk, we believe that the more insights we can empower field and project teams with, the better and safer everyone can build. More visibility into the field workforce means teams can track, measure, and then improve productivity while better mitigating risk.?
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 can take over monotonous duties and help with design and planning, allowing the humans on the team to spend their time honing their expertise and creativity. Machine learning is a subset of AI.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 14, 2018
One of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) goals is to advance the industry away from prescriptive specifications into more versatile performance specifications†. But first, let's look at the difference between prescriptive specifications and performance specifications, as they pertain to concrete. May 14, 2018.
Building Radar
AUGUST 5, 2024
It ensures that materials and resources are available when needed, optimizing efficiency and reducing costs. This strategy should include detailed plans for procurement, logistics, and inventory management. This includes selecting reliable transportation providers, optimizing delivery routes, and managing freight costs.
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 Radar
JULY 17, 2024
For more on AI’s role in construction, check out this LinkedIn article on building the future with AI. AI systems can monitor job sites in real-time, identifying potential hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This proactive approach reduces accidents and improves overall site safety.
UK Construction Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Sustainable Site Selection Sustainable site selection involves considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts of a construction project on a specific location. Moreover, building in areas with existing infrastructure-like roads, utilities, and public services will minimize the need for further environmental intrusion.
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