Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone in modern construction practices. BIM allows for the creation of detailed 3D models that represent both the physical and functional characteristics of a building. Drones Drones are revolutionizing site surveys and inspections.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Starting a construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and consideration. Begin by estimating the costs involved in every aspect of the project, from materials and labor to permits and equipment. Delays can lead to increased costs, contractual disputes, and frustration among stakeholders.

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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.

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Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

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.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization 74

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.

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iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

As project requirements evolve and expand, legacy systems may struggle to accommodate increased data volume, user traffic, or complex project workflows, leading to performance issues and bottlenecks. Limited Scalability : Legacy software may lack the scalability needed to support growing construction firms or large-scale projects.

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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. Because T.R. s arena of action. s conservation legacy.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. Whether the structure is a small house or a large commercial building, each demolition project needs to comply with stringent regulations and safety standards.

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Building Controls Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Safety Regulations 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

As businesses and stakeholders increasingly prioritize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility, the landscape of commercial construction continues to evolve. By prefabricating these sections, projects experience significantly reduced construction times and minimized on-site waste.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Planning a renovation or demolition project? 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. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.

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iField Smart

APRIL 30, 2024

Field inspections are pivotal to ensure construction activities are carried out within regulations and standards for the building process to continue without any issues. Several challenges can impede effectiveness and efficiency of construction projects using old construction site inspection software.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction sites are inherently dangerous, with heavy machinery, high elevations, and hazardous materials all contributing to the potential for accidents. To mitigate this risk, contractors should focus on hiring experienced workers, using high-quality materials, and implementing strict quality control processes.

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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. LEED certification verification means a building has been designed and constructed using strategies to improve performance across all metrics under LEED’s five main categories.

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Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Performance Measurement Building Products Distribution 62

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. The manufacturing, construction and building sectors account for 17% and 4% of GHG emissions in the region respectively.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 84

CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

The Role of Advanced Management Services Execution management services refer to several activities intended to enhance the management of construction projects’ planning, implementation, and delivery. Enhancing Efficiency and Reducing Costs The most significant advantage of outsourcing management services is increased service efficiency.

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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. To do this, it suggests implementing planning reform and setting local housing targets.

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Government Works Safety Regulations Heavy Lifting Transportation Site Planning 62

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.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This assessment helps determine the suitability of the site for a septic system and the appropriate design.

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Piping Installation Health Regulations Building Permits Safety Regulations 62

Maltaward

MAY 14, 2024

Strong Barriers and Blocks Ensure Facility Security Robust, heavy-duty, and physically resilient barriers and access control measures are effective solutions when security risks are heightened. This could mean separate checkpoints for buildings like warehouses, loading bays, and executive offices, for example.

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Zoning Quality Control Property Management Facility Management 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

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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.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Roofing Systems Building Code Compliance Quality Control 62

Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach, encompassing strategic planning, enhanced recruitment efforts, and a focus on training and retaining talent. This technology can lead to reduced material costs, shorter construction durations, and improved quality of building operations.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Most companies implement modern software, AI, AR/VR algorithms, and other technologies to free performers from a range of challenges and stay competitive in the ever-changing niche. Digital solutions reshape the building industry and make it more flexible. Digital solutions improve modeling performance as well.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building. They act both as environmentally friendly solutions and as additions to the construction that will improve the appearance of a building as well as functionality.

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Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. The overwhelming majority of building construction projects are bijou renovations, like incrporation of a room, or repair of a bathroom.

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Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Project Management Consulting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 12, 2021

How do you measure project success? For many of us, it’s easy to see financials as a leading indicator of performance. Using budget as your primary indicator of performance is a lot like calculating the calories of a cake to assess its healthiness after it’s been baked. Is it over or under budget? And by how much? Key Takeaways.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. Humidity control may also be integrated.

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HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

Field Wire

APRIL 24, 2023

How can you keep your construction costs down to minimize the impact of inflation? Building Information Modeling Building information modeling (BIM) can be your saving grace. BIM provides real-time data on material costs and availability, helping you stay up-to-date on deliveries despite high prices and material shortages.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Cost Control 52

Buildern

JANUARY 5, 2024

Construction sites bustle with an array of subcontractors and various crews, each focused on their tasks, ranging from laying foundations to installing electrical systems, all converging to complete the final build. Let’s dive in and discover how you can turn time tracking into your new best mate on the site.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

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.? . You can read more about the investment news here.? .

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 9, 2024

When excavating near an underground infrastructure, it might be tempting to grab a shovel or jump behind the controls of a compact excavator, but it’s not the best approach. Vacuum excavation is sometimes used in tandem with utility locating services to completely or accurately mark a site.

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Construction Equipment Infrastructure Development Building Permits Structural Systems 62

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

Automated Machinery and Equipment: Construction sites are increasingly adopting automated machinery to perform repetitive and labor-intensive tasks. For instance, AI can analyze weather patterns to recommend optimal work schedules or assess project data to suggest cost-saving measures.

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Building Automation Change Management Risk Management Schedule Management 59

Field Wire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Here are four topics that will be a priority for construction businesses in 2023: Reducing carbon emissions According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , the building and construction industry accounts for 36% of final energy use and 39% of energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, globally.

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Energy Efficiency Safety Regulations Risk Management Building Performance Measurement 52

Roads Online

DECEMBER 17, 2023

“Installing a PDS onto a roller can help prevent injury or damage on every job site. Hamm can now provide a standardised gateway for fully integrated proximity detection and control. Accurate data and information Wirtgen is also working to further develop its WPT technology, or ‘Wirtgen Performance Tracker’.

Construction Machinery 81

Construction Machinery Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement 81

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available. Various forms of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery have a track record spanning as long as decades and include integrated project delivery, IPD, LEAN job order contracting, JOC, and alliance contracting.

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Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 60

Buildern

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Hard hats, heavy machinery, and building materials may come to mind. trillion , among which residential and non-residential buildings have the largest share. Estimators present their forecasts to customers along with recommendations on how project costs can be reduced without compromising the quality of work. billion by 2029.

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Electrical Wiring Installation Structural Systems Building Code Compliance Piping Installation 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

How Proper Planning Can Help Keep Your Project on Budget. It’s safe to say that cost overruns in construction projects have become an industry-wide status quo. To know how to address cost overruns in construction projects, it’s important to understand the root of the problem. Inaccurate Project Estimates.

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