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Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. While doing this he spotted what looked like spinach sprouting out of the sand by his foot.
BDC Network
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5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:08 Mass Timber Sustainability leaders from Skanska, RDH, and Polygon share five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2023
SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. ResilienceLens TM measures the “resilience value” of potential projects.
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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.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.
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. Essentially, 3D BIM lets you create and visualize the building's design. walls, floors, architecture, etc.).
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You can learn more about the solution here , while in this article we are going to discuss potential benefits of retro-commissioning your buildings. So, What Exactly Is Retro-Commissioning?
BDC Network
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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.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 22, 2024
2 This approach aims to positively impact patients and staff, utilizing a continuous improvement model informed by monitored results. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 25, 2024
The post Unlocking the Efficiency: How Soft Strip Demolition Streamlines Renovation Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 23, 2024
Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. This task requires a meticulous approach to handling various materials, managing debris, and minimizing environmental impact. This evaluation helps to determine the most appropriate demolition method.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.
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
JUNE 26, 2024
For marine engineers and offshore construction firms, understanding the contributions of these underwater experts can provide valuable insights and enhance project efficiency. The Underwater Workforce Commercial divers are highly trained professionals who perform various tasks underwater.
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. But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. CAGR from 2023 to 2028.
Stok
OCTOBER 21, 2021
ESG encompasses the environmental, social, and governance performance of a company and has a strong correlation to the company’s financial performance and potential for long-term value creation. Source: The Impacter. CRE’S ROLE IN ESG. So, what exactly is the role of corporate real estate in ESG?
CCR Magazine
MAY 8, 2024
In regions prone to such weather events, investing in hurricane impact windows is a proactive measure that can safeguard homes and enhance overall safety and security. Hurricanes and severe storms pose significant threats to homes and properties, often resulting in extensive damage and destruction.
Levelset
OCTOBER 31, 2022
Construction activity is incredibly intensive work — creating the built environment is inherently disruptive to the natural environment. Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Starting a construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and consideration. In this article, we will explore nine critical things you should be mindful of before breaking ground on your construction project.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 7, 2018
Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability. Net zero building design and air leakage. Environmental Product Declarations. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 16, 2024
Navigating the New Era of Construction Through Technological Innovations This comprehensive article delves into the transformative world of workforce management in the construction industry. The construction industry, traditionally perceived as a sector slow to embrace change, is standing on the brink of a technological revolution.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 12, 2024
Commercial building renovations are pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the functionality, aesthetics, and value of properties. Whether updating an office building, refurbishing a retail space, or modernizing an industrial facility, the process requires careful planning, skilled execution, and a clear understanding of the goals.
Building Radar
JULY 25, 2024
The construction industry is experiencing a rapid evolution thanks to technological advancements. These innovations are significantly enhancing efficiency and safety on construction sites. Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone of modern construction management.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 16, 2024
This discusses the importance and application of torque-controlled bolts in residential construction. Torque-controlled bolts provide reliable connections in construction. Proper installation techniques are crucial for performance. Key Takeaways Certifications ensure compliance with safety standards.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Information of Construction Risk Management. Construction risk management is a long steep process, in which we have to calculate the all-possible risk and determine the process by which we can reduce this type of risk. Construction risk management system keeps the detailed document of all-possible risks for easy to address them.
Building Information Management
AUGUST 29, 2012
Okay, so know let’s look a bit more about why BIM is not fully understood, nor being rapidly accepted across the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operations/Facility Management sector(s). The mindset that performance and process improvement is ongoing vs. static must be adopted. INTRODUCTION. Proprietary (e.g.,
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 5, 2024
The post Oak Conservatory Kits: Your Ultimate Guide to Elegant Home Extensions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The allure of oak frames as a building material lies in its robustness and the natural warmth it adds to any design. Kits : Pre-designed options that ease the construction process.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 21, 2024
The post Top 10 Uses of Aluminium Checker Plate appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Imagine stepping onto the sturdy, textured surface of an aircraft’s entryway or a firefighter’s truck step, where every detail counts towards safety and performance.
In Eight
OCTOBER 4, 2023
It means viewing each capital project from every facet — how all its parts work together and how they impact each other. Fortunately, construction technology has evolved to enhance our understanding of capital projects more clearly and thoroughly. What does it mean to see the big picture ? Improved project visibility.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Properly implemented tie-ins enhance the energy efficiency and longevity of buildings and ensure the building envelope acts as one system.
Job Order Contracting
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Efficiency is driven by collaboration and construction collaboration requires common terms, as well as standardized, locally researched cost cost data, and LEAN delivery methods. Examples: buildings, roadways, dams, bridges, utilities, mass transit, airports, equipment. measurement: process to determine a value.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
These same demands extend to specifiers tasked with meeting every expectation for new construction or renovation projects. Heightened focus on indoor environmental quality (IEQ): Factors such as room temperature, acoustics, cleanliness, and air quality are now central to occupant health, happiness, and productivity.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 25, 2024
and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 28, 2023
The post Discover the Top Construction Companies in Glasgow for 2023 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Glasgow, a bustling city known for its innovation and rich history, holds a plethora of construction opportunities. Fear not, dear reader!
UK Construction Blog
JULY 28, 2023
The post Discover the Top Construction Companies in Glasgow for 2023 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Glasgow, a bustling city known for its innovation and rich history, holds a plethora of construction opportunities. Fear not, dear reader!
UK Construction Blog
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The post Oak Frame Extension: Enhancing Your Home with Timeless Elegance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Utilising oak frames in construction offers sustainability benefits thanks to oak’s longevity and the eco-friendliness of timber as a building material.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 1, 2021
Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. These include performance testing requirements of model building codes. The International Building Code.
iField Smart
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
The construction industry is a complex and multifaceted sector that involves numerous stakeholders, including owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. As a result, general contractors (GCs) face significant challenges in managing construction projects effectively.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 7, 2024
The post Learn About the Latest News About the Future of Construction, UK Construction Sector Grows Fastest in 2 Years, on AI Utilisation, and Drones in Revolutionising Building to Boost UK Housing appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lastly, the Labour Party in the United Kingdom has pledged to construct 1.5
Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
Have you ever felt like construction language is a secret code only insiders understand? Welcome to the fascinating construction world, where a shared language is the key to unlocking successful projects and seamless communication. When everyone understands the same construction lingo, it’s like magic! trillion U.S.
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 18, 2013
Building Information Modeling Model Management. BIM is a term which represents three separate but linked functions: Building Information Modeling: Is a BUSINESS PROCESS for generating and leveraging building data to design, construct and operate the building during its lifecycle. Construction Delivery Method.
DRB Development Solutions
MARCH 25, 2020
To aid in that endeavor, our team had been focused on collecting solutions available as it relates to COVID-19, for construction projects and the small business community, placing them on our website ( www.ConsultDRB.com ) as a collection point with links to the source. We will continue to provide updates as they develop. By Stephen P.
In Eight
AUGUST 4, 2023
The Value of Construction Project Management Software The capital projects industry remains challenged to deliver projects on time and within budget. They have realized that spreadsheets and in-house tools no longer handle the sophistication and data demands of modern construction businesses.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 15, 2023
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