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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.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This includes expert utilization of advanced plumbing systems to enhance building performance. Their trailblazing efforts have significantly shifted the dynamics of the industry, providing cost-effective and reliable plumbing for businesses. These buildings require complex plumbing systems.
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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.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 12, 2025
One of the most effective ways to do so is through sustainable renovation , which reduces carbon emissions and leads to long-term cost savings. Energy-Efficient Building Materials and Design Businesses’ primary strategy to decrease their carbon emissions involves selecting sustainable construction materials.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Heat exchangers are used to transfer thermal energy from one type of liquid or steam source to another kind of liquid source at a wide range of facilities. Whether heating a space or some type of fluid in a manufacturing process, using leftover heat is an energy efficient way to preheat another system.
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. Error Prevention Measures? Should Professional Plumbers be Considered?
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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Recent data indicates that residential roofs are suffering unprecedented hurricane damage which carries major implications for extended maintenance and repair costs. 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.
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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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Construction Marketing
JUNE 13, 2022
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. Site design minimizes the impact on the environment through strategically planned water and energy use, waste disposal management, and runoff water quality.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
Managing business electricity costs is critical for any organisation looking to increase efficiency and save money. There are numerous strategies to manage power use, ranging from comparing suppliers to implementing energy-saving measures. Regular supplier comparisons might help you find lower energy bills and save money.
UK Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The post The Future of Energy Efficiency: The Role of Thermal Insulation in Modern Homes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the quest for sustainability, modern homes have become sanctuaries of energy conservation. Central to this transformation is the strategic application of thermal insulation.
UK Construction Blog
JANUARY 25, 2025
The post Made-to-Measure Windows: A Time-Saving Solution Becoming Popular With UK Contractors appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The UK construction sector has a skills gap despite ambitious building targets. Built-to-measure windows are a quick solution, simplify installation, save on labour and improve building performance.
CCR Magazine
JULY 2, 2023
This approach not only signifies considerable time and cost savings, but it also thumps a lasting, favorable impression on our shared environment. Better yet, these transitions do not necessitate any compromise on efficiency or performance, striking an admirable balance between going green and delivering high-quality results.
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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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Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 20, 2024
By Benjamin Meyer Photos courtesy Siplast In the ever-changing landscape of modern construction, owners and designers are facing an onset of challenges when it comes to building for resilience. Making future-focused project decisions in the design phase can have a significant impact on the durability of the building over time.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Optimizing indoor air quality strategy and energy efficiency are important, but often competing, goals for energy and facility professionals. When it comes to ventilation in air handling systems there are two possible extremes in how outdoor air can be controlled: (1) maximization of outdoor air and (2) minimization of outdoor air.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 12, 2024
Yet it remains a very material, energy- and water-hungry band, creating prodigious quantities of waste and greenhouse gas emissions. The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
These intelligent units not only streamline day-to-day living but also instill improved hygiene and water conservation. Energy Efficient Plumbing Environmental concerns have led to stronger emphasis on energy-efficient plumbing solutions. This is in part due to convenience but also because they are energy efficient.
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CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2025
Heat exchangers are used to transfer thermal energy from one type of liquid or steam source to another kind of liquid source at a wide range of facilities. Whether heating a space or some type of fluid in a manufacturing process, using leftover heat is an energy efficient way to preheat another system.
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. Energy savings. Net zero building design and air leakage. Estimating energy savings. Protecting your building envelope. Energy savings. michael.delros….
In Eight
APRIL 11, 2023
Accurate, real-time cost tracking of capital projects may be understood and valued in theory. When project costs aren’t closely managed, they’re more likely to spiral out of control and put projects squarely among scores of others like them: over budget and behind schedule.
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.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important part of our lives and has now entered the workplace with a growing emphasis on green solutions for commercial building maintenance. Whether you want to reduce energy use, conserve resources, or boost build environment quality—these green solutions will do all that and more!
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.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 6, 2023
Moreover, the building sector is undergoing a transformation brought on by net-zero design; and here is how you can make the most of this trend. Over the month, UK building sector growth accelerated past the 50-point line that distinguishes expansion from contraction. Construction categories performed differently.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 5, 2024
The allure of oak frames as a building material lies in its robustness and the natural warmth it adds to any design. Opting for a self-build conservatory kit presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional extensions, providing an alluring addition to a property that increases its value while enhancing the quality of living space.
Levelset
OCTOBER 31, 2022
Governments balance the needs of both by requiring contractors, property owners, and others involved in construction to mitigate the effect of building activity on the environment, including air, water, and animal and plant life. In general, these laws apply to both contractors on the jobsite and the owner of the completed building.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 20, 2025
This shift represents a significant opportunity for commercial properties seeking competitive differentiation through advanced outdoor spaces that reduce operational costs while enhancing user experience. The value proposition extends beyond simple resource conservation.
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Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 12, 2021
When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. From a performance standpoint, even a sustainably made floor must be installed correctly to be truly sustainable.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 6, 2024
Swing-Out Doors Side-hinged single-car garage doors conserve interior space swinging outward. Fiberglass Mimicking wood’s natural aesthetic at budget-friendly costs, molded composite fiberglass doors rival authentic planks’ stunning grains and richness with resilient low-maintenance durability during exposure and practical weight tolerances.
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Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2025
As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions. C above pre-industrial levels.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 25, 2017
Work below a $2k-$5k threshold should not be included in the analysis as this level may not be cost effective and/or may be best accomplish by in-house staff or alternative methods. Separate coefficients may be require for work during normal hours, or after hours, and or for specific types of buildings and/or for secure areas.
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Building Information Management
MAY 19, 2016
Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a) Federal agency buildings manager” means the buildings manager employed by GSA or a Federal agency that has been delegated real property management and operation authority from GSA. Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property.
Building Information Management
MAY 19, 2016
Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a) Federal agency buildings manager” means the buildings manager employed by GSA or a Federal agency that has been delegated real property management and operation authority from GSA. Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property.
BDC Network
JUNE 7, 2024
Unless we change business as usual, these impacts will increase at a pace out of our control. This approach results in “less bad” rather than high-performance, net positive environmental outcomes. It measures what was achieved after the design is fully baked. rose from the Badlands of Medora. Just as T.R.’s
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
With a greater understanding of noise and its impact on people’s health, there is a larger context for specifying the acoustic performance of curtain walls, windows, and other fenestration systems to promote quieter interiors. Unaddressed hearing loss poses an annual global cost of $980 billion.
Building Information Management
JUNE 22, 2012
The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. Fede ral Buildings Personnel Training Act.
Building Information Management
JULY 27, 2016
Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. Measured Drawing Information. 00 41 33 Bid Form – Cost-Plus-Fee (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.
Building Information Management
JULY 27, 2016
Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . Measured Drawing Information. 00 41 33 Bid Form – Cost-Plus-Fee (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 5, 2024
Utilising oak frames in construction offers sustainability benefits thanks to oak’s longevity and the eco-friendliness of timber as a building material. The process of building an oak frame extension requires careful consideration of design and structural requirements.
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.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
With so many advancements in construction, owners and developers face a unique set of challenges when it comes to building resilience. Evolving energy codes, frequent and intense weather events, and growing awareness of embodied carbon in construction materials highlight the importance of long-term thinking in building design and development.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 19, 2025
The right size heat pump gives you comfort and saves energy. BTU Requirements Heat pumps are measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). Heat Load Calculation Heat load calculation determines the total energy needed to keep indoor temperatures at desired levels. Larger spaces and colder areas need more BTU output.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 31, 2025
Building high-rise structures stands as one of modern engineering’s most intricate projects. Professional structural engineering services deliver essential support to make sure buildings can resist gravity loads and lateral forces while preserving safety and stability over their entire lifespan. in the third quarter to 45.9
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