The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Yuill asks.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

km twin-tube tunnel that will have 10, 15-m-long cross passages and three technical buildings, each of which is 16.8-m Each day they install and measure new reference points and import them into the Navigator software on the tablets, providing the georeferenced positioning needed for all tunneling tasks.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Mapping Quality Control 130

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.

Energy Efficiency 110

Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Taking Measurements and Creating a Budget Taking accurate measurements forms the foundation of a successful garage renovation plan. Measure the entire garage space including height, width, and depth using a tape measure. For optimal organization, group similar items together on your slatwall system.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Material Storage Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 52

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.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

Mechanical plans detail the equipment and its placement within the building, including all components necessary for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. Understanding the layout helps detect system performance concerns and restrictions.

HVAC Systems 59

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency Zoning 59

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

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Include a vice for holding components during repair work and ensure the bench measures at least 6 feet long to accommodate larger vehicle parts.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation Fire Protection Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

Historical data reveals usage trends, suggesting optimal paths and collection intervals. Route Optimization Tips High-level software solutions automate route scheduling, saving labor. Zone-based strategies further lower mileage, fostering expertise within local areas. Concrete, wood, and metals are reclaimed for fresh builds.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Automation Material Handling Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Every detail, from the barns structural materials to stall layout and ventilation, plays a role in ensuring long-term functionality and performance. The right choices in materials, safety measures, and layout contribute to a facility that remains functional, visually appealing, and easy to maintain for years to come. </p>

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems Land Use Regulations Safety Regulations 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

What it is, how it’s measured, why it matters, and how to improve it. Finally, ensuring that your final product performs its intended purpose is a major factor in construction quality, once you’ve wrapped up a job and turned a site over to its owner. Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

iField Smart

APRIL 2, 2024

As-Built drawings support architects, contractors, building owners, engineers, and facilities managers record changes or deviations during various construction phases, and also serve as a digital repository for maintenance and operations. Provide a detailed historical reference into building processes, materials used, and structural analysis.

Quality Assurance 95

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 95

Stok

APRIL 23, 2018

Building Energy Modeling (BEM) is often only used for green building certifications or to show compliance to building codes or standards. By using energy modeling as a decision-making tool, project teams can uncover more value for owners and developers by informing early design with performance-based results.

Building Code Compliance 40

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency Building Codes 40

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Its strength, durability, and resiliency are integral to sustainable building practices and support a growing emphasis on climate resilience. Designers, engineers, architects, and general contractors play an integral, interconnected role in selecting concrete products to meet the performance, safety, and schedule demands of a given project.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 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 Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 13, 2022

Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home. So when we want to build a new home, we also have to consider all our needs related to home and comfort zone. So when we want to build a new home, we also have to consider all our needs related to home and comfort zone. Building Design.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Land Use Regulations Building Design Energy Efficiency 52

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.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Building Radar

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Early project discovery allows companies to secure valuable contracts and optimize resources, providing a first-mover advantage. Building Radar , for instance, offers real-time project data that covers global markets, helping construction companies stay ahead of their competition.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization Project Management 52

Construction Daily News

JUNE 27, 2024

Planning oversights, misplaced sections, and acoustical defects caused it to be significantly more expensive to build and longer to perfect than initially thought. BIM Platforms These open cloud platforms let you and other stakeholders see everything unfold — from planning to building maintenance — before breaking ground.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development Building Performance Measurement Construction Equipment 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2022

customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. They needed to be certain Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB ® ) met International Building Code (IBC) requirements and would deliver the kind of performance Tindall customers have come to expect.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Building Products Distribution 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Especially in commercial buildings, many types of air devices are used for directional control. Optimized straight duct runs are the most efficient. Support spacing depends on metal thickness.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Harsher winter storms and persistent droughts are also becoming more common.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It’s awesome that you’re giving your commercial building a facelift! This way, you can focus on making your building look amazing without any unexpected temperature troubles. Maybe it just needs a few repairs, or maybe it’s time for a more powerful system to handle the changes you’re making to the building.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Maintenance Energy Efficiency 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

You ensure that high-traffic zones receive frequent attention. Preventative Measures Mats at entryways and strict no-shoe policies help reduce dirt tracking. Pre-Inspection: You visually inspect the carpet to note permanent stains and plan treatment for optimal cleaning results.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 52

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Quality Control Inspection Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

inch rainfall event, which is the ninetieth (90 th ) percentile rainfall event for the District of Columbia, measured for a twenty-four (24)-hour rainfall event with a seventy-two (72)-hour antecedent dry period. The building features two interior courtyards: one with a pool and an amenity space and the other with a Zen Garden.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Green Building Facility Management Structural Systems 52

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

Last night I was able to download and install Building Design Suite 2017 from my Autodesk subscription account. In a project it might look this if we create a unique subcategory for Building Edges and Roof Drains. Toposurface edges are now calculated based on the building pads, not the overall toposurface.

Steel Fabrication 75

Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Piping Installation Wall Systems 75

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The majority of residential buildings were constructed without considering the needs of people who use wheelchairs, walkers, or hospital beds. Bathroom Bliss A bathroom represents a common danger zone in homes which requires essential modifications to improve both safety and comfort.

Ramps 52

Ramps Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Risk Management 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 4, 2024

However, overlooking rigorous performance specifications aligned to reasonable projected regional weathering, variation in stain resistance across leading stone types, densities capable of bearing structural loads, or maintenance needs refreshing protective sealants risks disappointing outcomes marring spaces for years after.

Building Materials Manufacturing 40

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Building Products Distribution 40

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

The ROI of Smart Landscape Integration Smart landscape technology delivers measurable returns that extend far beyond aesthetic improvements. The most advanced systems now incorporate machine learning capabilities that gradually optimize performance based on historical data specific to your property’s microclimate.

Landscaping 40

Landscaping Property Management Cost Control Energy Conservation 40

CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Above all, let’s make the plumbing industry a stigma-free zone where everyone feels comfortable discussing their feelings openly. Inculcating these urban-rural measures assures your employees that their welfare matters to you. This openness promotes trust, leading to success in both individual performance and teamwork.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Quality Assurance Energy Efficiency 52

Work Gearz

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Making a house or an industry or a commercial building is our dream, but we cannot make it come true without the help of the construction workers who work day and night in the hazardous environments, handle cements and sand, walk in watery areas and carry those heavy bricks and loads. Heating Zones: Chest & Back. Buy on Amazon.

Building Products Distribution 40

Building Products Distribution Site Planning Fire Protection System Installation Change Management 40

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. Notify affected personnel before performing PM (alarmed or security entrances). Observe performance of various components, such as brake, limit switches, door operating speed, motor, gear box, etc. Standard tools – basic 2.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Electrical Wiring Installation 40

UK Construction Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Meanwhile, warranty service provider for structures Build-Zone is celebrating its 20th year in the building industry as an insurer. Furthermore, there are indications that things are turning around in the building business in the UK. Why Build-Zone and structural warranty? Build-Zone pioneered capacity.

Zoning 52

Zoning Insurance Management Warranty Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 15, 2024

By Lisa May Photo Robert Casey/courtesy Tubelite With commercial architectural trends favoring expansive glass , curtain wall use is growing in newly constructed buildings. AAMA1503 provides a uniform standard method for determining the thermal performance of building-specific fenestration systems, including curtain wall systems.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 19, 2025

Choosing the right heat pump for your home may seem hard but its crucial for optimal heating and cooling. BTU Requirements Heat pumps are measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). Accurate calculation of BTU requirements gives optimal heating and cooling efficiency. The right size heat pump gives you comfort and saves energy.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Piping Installation Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 52

Stok

JANUARY 31, 2019

Companies like Comfy and PLASTARC that provide data-drive tech solutions for occupant experience have exploded in the past years, and more projects are shifting toward Monitoring Based Commissioning (MBCx) as an ongoing performance solution by keeping a continuous pulse on comprehensive building data. This progression makes sense.

Real Estate Development 73

Real Estate Development Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement 73