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CCR Magazine
MARCH 3, 2025
In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 12, 2023
They both join the leadership of the firm, which has been upgrading and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of prominent structures in Greater New York City for over 50 years.
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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Armstrong Fluid Technology announced that they will join other industry-leading organizations in helping create the world’s first 100% digitally-enabled building and research facility. The two-story building will have a fully integrated IT system connecting all building elements together that can be controlled by apps.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
NASDAQ: ADSK), a global leader in building information modeling (BIM) technology for the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC) and operations industry, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at optimizing commercial building design for sustainability. For more on Trane Technologies, visit tranetechnologies.com.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
By Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, WINT Water Intelligence Building and operating a modern commercial property or industrial facility requires a major ongoing investment of resources. Unfortunately, inefficiency and mismanagement of water resources remain among the most significant threats to a building’s performance.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Electricians Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in buildings and construction sites. Welders Join metal components through welding techniques.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 8, 2024
– Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on 20430 & 20440 Century Boulevard, two office buildings converted to a cGMP-ready white box facility and state-of-the-art lab facility respectively, located in Rock Creek’s four-building Precision Labs campus in Germantown, MD.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 1, 2024
Resource Conservation : Water Systems : Maintenance of plumbing systems can prevent leaks, ensuring efficient water use and reducing waste. Resource Conservation : Water Systems : Maintenance of plumbing systems can prevent leaks, ensuring efficient water use and reducing waste.
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Jonas Construction
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The key lies in optimizing the job costing process for accurate and real-time visibility into project expenses. Other Miscellaneous Costs These are additional necessary expenses for project completion, such as permits, inspections to ensure compliance with building codes, and temporary facilities like on-site offices or storage units.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
The positive effects of this design include a sleeker appearance and a clear adjacent ceiling area for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing fixtures. These choices cater to aesthetic preferences and support energy efficiency goals important to building owners and occupants. Designers can use the fifth wall for elements of interest.
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From HVAC to lighting, plumbing to insulation – retro-commissioning empowers you to fine-tune operations and eliminate wasteful practices that may have become ingrained over time. So, What Exactly Is Retro-Commissioning?
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. MBCx provides detailed insight into what is using the energy and why, which enables actionable solutions.
Stok
APRIL 25, 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?’ This approach avoids unnecessarily analyzing all the detailed system data and only focuses on the data with anomalies.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
The value of Design Envelope pumps is augmented by Pump Manager, a cloud-based service that provides smart analytics, diagnostics, and alerts to support HVAC system efficiency and extend product life. All Armstrong 360 Service and Support programs optimize the lifetime performance of HVAC systems.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2024
Integrated Facility Services (IFS) has completed complex mechanical contracting projects to convert two historic buildings in downtown St. IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 4, 2025
Aligned with Alexandrias Green Building Policy, ACHS Minnie Howard Campus is targeting Net-Zero Energy and LEED Gold Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. Meeting Perkins Eastmans project selection criteria, Rockfon ceiling systems help optimize sound absorption, enhance daylighting and support indoor air quality.
OmTrak
APRIL 23, 2024
OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 20, 2024
The post Boosting Efficiency in Plumbing and Heating Fleets Using Telematics appeared first on UK Construction Blog. To succeed in the world of plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) operations, fleet businesses have to be clear cut in their goals. How Can You Boost Plumbing and Heating Fleet Efficiency?
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BDC Network
JULY 15, 2024
Smart stadiums: The future of sports and entertainment venues 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:35 Sports and Recreational Facilities These digitally-enhanced and connected spaces are designed to revolutionize the fan experience, enhance safety, and optimize operational efficiency, according to SSR's Will Maxwell, Smart Building Consultant.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Integrated Facility Services (IFS) served as the mechanical and building controls contractor for the project, overseeing the design, equipment procurement and installation for the comprehensive HVAC project. It is reassuring to have IFS at the helm in installing our HVAC system.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Armstrong supplied six 600hp Design Envelope pumps to the project,” Scarafile added.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2022
How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems. In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service.
CCR Magazine
JULY 12, 2023
Collaborate with an architect or designer experienced in container conversions to optimize the design for functionality and aesthetics. Incorporate your lifestyle needs, desired features, and any local building regulations into the design process to ensure a successful project.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 25, 2024
The innovative new service proactively tracks and manages pump performance and provides early diagnostic warnings and timely automated reports that help customers make informed decisions and take immediate action to deliver the most efficient and safest fire safety system performance.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
The post 5 Genius Building Techniques to Reduce Home Maintenance Costs for Life appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The secret lies in smart building techniques that minimize long-term maintenance costs. High-Efficiency HVAC Systems Invest in a high-efficiency heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
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The Korte Company
MARCH 8, 2018
When designing a build-to-suit warehouse, a working knowledge of the systems, processes and technology the customer plans to use is required. We put this strategy to work on a Design-Build renovation of an Amazon Prime facility in Springfield, VA. One is obvious: Building green —something we take seriously on every project.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
As technology advances at a breakneck pace, healthcare facilities must adapt to accommodate increasingly sophisticated machinery and systems. For instance, modern imaging equipment, such as CT scanners and MRI machines are more powerful and precise than ever before, but they also demand specialized environments to function optimally.
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.,
CCR Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
Renovating a basement bathroom involves a series of well-defined steps that ensure both functionality and compliance with local building codes. Initially, homeowners must assess the feasibility of the project, focusing on the existing layout, plumbing, and structural requirements.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 24, 2023
The digital twin is like having both a map and a guidebook for a trip through the building services,” says Curtis Boivin, AIA, Technical Planner of Facilities Management at Philips Exeter Academy. In my conversation with Curtis, three themes emerged on the benefits of using a digital twin for facilities management: 1.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 13, 2024
Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. This advanced visualization enhances collaboration among all stakeholders, offering a holistic view of the project.
CCR Magazine
MAY 16, 2024
This is because a cooler attic reduces the heat radiating down into your living space, making your air conditioning system work less. Improve Energy Efficiency : A well-ventilated attic helps regulate indoor temperatures, reducing the strain on your HVAC system and lowering energy costs.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 18, 2023
These properties, typically known as smart buildings, use advanced technologies to manage assets, resources, and services to benefit the property owner, building employees, and customers. Architects and engineers have been using AI for BIM (Building Information Modeling) platforms to create a virtual 3-D model of the project.
PN - Project Management
MAY 16, 2022
Commercial buildings account for a large percentage of the overall carbon emissions in the world. Due to this alarming statistic, building or retrofitting structures in line with green initiatives and transitioning to a sustainable building method are logical solutions to reduce C02 emissions.
Stok
AUGUST 19, 2021
An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. A few of these key strategies are outlined below. #1:
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In this blog, we’ll explore how creating a maintenance schedule can save you time and money, while ensuring your commercial build out stays in top shape. This includes routine checks like HVAC servicing, plumbing inspections, and electrical system evaluations. Outsourcing certain tasks can also be a wise move.
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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.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Maintaining a factory’s infrastructure in optimal condition is crucial for smooth operations, productivity, and employee safety. Develop a maintenance schedule that includes routine inspections of machinery, equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), and structural elements.
West Shore Construction
JANUARY 17, 2023
Professionals understand the intricacies of lighting projects: Getting permits Building to code Choosing materials Electricians can also provide suggestions for optimizing energy use. One example is this tool to help HVAC pros. You may also want to invest in a home warranty to protect your appliances and home systems.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Danielle O’Connell, Skanska USA Building Inc. Chris Walker, The PENTA Building Group. As Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, Jason oversees the implementation of digital platforms in a multi-building and multi-phase project. Maggie Farrell, S. Wilson & Co. Aubrey Ginn, Shapiro & Duncan, Inc. Mohammad S.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Whether you need to upgrade a lightning scheme, renew plumbing, replace countertops, remodel cabinetry, or install a kitchen island, remodeling pros will do the job. An experienced contractor might help you find the optimal way to put your vision into reality. Kitchen remodeling. Room/outdoor space remodeling and construction.
UK Construction Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Key Takeaways VR technology is revolutionizing the construction industry by optimizing efficiency, improving collaboration and reducing costs. By leveraging VR to detect potential problems early, reducing the need for rework and optimizing resource allocation, construction companies can save both time and money.
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