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. They should be cleaned annually.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2024

The post Uncover the Latest News on UK Construction Expansion and Accessible Building appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In today’s construction news, read about the residential, energy, and utilities sectors, which are the primary focus of Labour’s manifesto, which aims to stimulate the UK’s construction output.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Building Materials Building Codes Building Standards 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Optimizing indoor air quality strategy and energy efficiency are important, but often competing, goals for energy and facility professionals. Conversely, minimizing outdoor air tends to improve energy performance for the same reasons, but the minimum amount must be maintained by code and to protect health of occupants.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Quality Control Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

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.

Building Code Compliance 60

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Building Standards 60

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

The increasing awareness of environmental impacts caused by consumption has heightened interest in sustainability and green practices, particularly in the building and construction industry. Solar panels, which use photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight into direct current (DC), are a key component in harnessing renewable energy.

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 64

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.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Building Information Management

MARCH 19, 2014

The building community needs a better baseline of actual building performance against which to measure progress. All buildings and their sites utilizing these Outcome?Based Based Pathway Requirements shall comply with the International Energy Conservation Code. Actual energy use intensity (EUIa).

Building Code Compliance 40

Building Code Compliance Renewable Energy Systems Building Codes Energy Conservation 40

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.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

In Eight

APRIL 11, 2023

Current economic challenges — including inflation, soaring energy prices and material shortages — have been surging in varying degrees and wreaking havoc on project finances. By identifying potential cost overruns early on, owners can take proactive measures to mitigate risk and protect their investment.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Consulting Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 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

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’s Size.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Land Use Regulations Building Design Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Many architectural materials have a place in healthcare design but must meet stringent performance standards before they are deemed appropriate for these demanding environments. Anti-ligature is a safety measure that prevents people from using ligatures—objects that are used to tightly bind or tie things together—to harm themselves.

Steel Fabrication 59

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Fire Protection System Installation 59

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 64

Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Facility management/engineering should conduct a review of work that could be done to under the support of the JOC program and develop an estimated annual volume. For example, work in several locations and/or associated varied building types may require the use of various location factors or even separate unit price books.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40

BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

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. The seven key ingredients are grouped into three categories— human thriving, positive performance, and financial prosperity—that are always present in the best examples.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

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. High-performance fenestration systems also ensure protection against the climate and provide acoustical comfort.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Building Materials Manufacturing 52

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 Performance Measurement 45

Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 45

Natural Building

JULY 22, 2008

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Urban Green Building.

Green Building 40

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Building Codes 40

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Measured Drawing Information. 00 43 26 Estimated Quantities Form.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Measured Drawing Information. 00 43 26 Estimated Quantities Form.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

APRIL 24, 2012

How will your Federal Department or Agency efficiently implement the numerous facility renovation, repair, and sustainability project required to meet Presidential energy conservation mandates? Learn more: Software , JOC White Paper , A Comparison of Cost Estimation Software Tools. The White House. For Immediate Release.

Energy Conservation 40

Energy Conservation Contracts Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency 40

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.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Each type requires specific construction methods, from shell construction to complete build-outs, with project scales ranging from small developments under 50,000 square feet to large-scale projects exceeding 100,000 square feet.

Property Management 52

Property Management Building Code Compliance Building Materials Manufacturing HVAC System Installation 52

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In todays construction news , read about prior to Monday afternoon’s inaugural luncheon, Trump began signing a flurry of about 200 orders aimed at implementing a broad conservative agenda for the nation. We will lower prices, fill our strategic reserves to the top, and export American energy worldwide.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Building Products Distribution Landscaping 52