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. In common usage, curtain wall refers to aluminum-framed systems carrying glass, panels, louvers, or occasionally, granite or marble.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

But the Desert Comfort Idea Home , a high-performance, net-zero–energy custom home built in the Sonoran Desert north of Phoenix, the latest in a series of Idea Homes produced by Pro Builder , is very real … and it delivers all of the comforts a desert oasis promises.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

Preventing noise from transmitting between enclosed rooms is important in buildings. Inter-room noise isolation applies to enclosed rooms horizontally adjacent to one another on the same floor. In these cases, the floor construction is the primary building element controlling the amount of noise transmitting between rooms.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. While there are many high-performance flooring solutions, including some custom options for specific uses, one surface stands above the rest in terms of versatility: hybrid carpet. What is hybrid carpet?

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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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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. These issues can lead to costly repairs, compromised safety, and long-term structural damage without proactive measures. Another essential aspect of water management is another important factor.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

BRONX, NY— Located in New York City’s South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven, the newly dedicated $175 million 425 Grand Concourse high-rise building serves as the largest Passive House project to date in North America. 425 Grand Concourse’s southern exposure required installing sunshades on 13 floors to save energy.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Designers can use the fifth wall for elements of interest. When compared to swinging or sliding doors, vertical-stacking sectional doors free up space on the floor and along the wall that can be used to maximize seating, add display space, or expand storage. ft) up to 6 m (20 ft) and heights ranging from 1.2 m (4 ft) to 4.2

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Commercial buildings must enhance the comfort, enjoyment, and/or productivity of each occupant. The good news is that there are numerous building materials and design concepts that can provide a leg up in the process. Use hard, durable flooring options to accommodate motorized carts, applying a non-slip coating for added protection.

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Fire resistant glazing and fire-rated glass door-sets manufactured by Promat UK have been installed to provide assured passive fire protection whilst maintaining high levels of natural light in key communal areas within a major new build-to-rent (BTR) development in South Yorkshire. The larger of the two screens measures approximately 4.2m

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2022

Meet the most innovative precast floor system in the U.S. When Tindall brought its new precast floor system from Denmark to the U.S. customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. in 2020, the U.S. What is T-SLAB ® ? UNCC testing. Single-span test.

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By: Alex Brown, Senior Project Manager, Mortenson and Tamara Hartner, Design Phase Executive, Mortenson Well-designed and expertly constructed sports training facilities have the power to influence more than just performance. For student-athletes, this includes academic support spaces outfitted with tutors, study rooms, and more.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events. m (14 ft), 5.18

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. According to Independent Floor Testing & Inspection (IFTI), the leading cause of flooring failures is moisture, costing the industry $2.4

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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. Surveyors Measure and map construction sites, providing critical data for project planning and design. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

As flooring covers every square foot and supports every activity, it plays a big role—whether welcoming patients into the lobby, comforting family members in the surgery waiting room, or supporting the nursing staff as they do their rounds. each year, with an average stay of nearly five days.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor stairs, straight or spiral designs, wooden open rise or glass balustrades, modern manufacturing techniques can accommodate virtually any style while ensuring compliance with building regulations.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 20, 2025

By Chuck Knickerbocker Photo Simon Hurst Photography/courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) Glazing systems are significant in connecting interior spaces to the outdoors, making them a popular option for todays sleek and modern building facades. Consider aluminumthe historical framing material for curtain walls.

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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.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. Mechanical plans detail the equipment and its placement within the building, including all components necessary for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

On one end of the spectrum, a basement may provide comfortable, fully habitable spaces comparable to the above-grade portions of the building (Figure 1). 1 According to their classification system, Class A basements provide a below-grade living space comparable to the living space of the floors above.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether for extensive renovation work, property valuation, or facility management purposes, performing an accurate measured building survey is an important part of understanding any real estate asset in London. Coordinating the Site Survey The first step in a measured building survey is careful planning and coordination.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 27, 2023

An entire station is a combination of a digital theodolite, an electronic distance measuring device (EDM) and a microprocessor with a memory unit. When the Digital theodolite has been used with a built-in electronic distance-measuring unit, the birth of this new concept in fully automated surveying started.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 3, 2020

Small variations in the coarse or fine aggregates in the concrete mix can have a dramatic effect on the concrete’s overall performance. Fortunately, there are measures you can take to protect against these problems … more. Monitoring mix design performance. These are all unknowns at this point … more. The reason? Concrete pours.

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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. walls, floors, architecture, etc.). These components include schedule, cost, operations, and more.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 30, 2020

These support walls laterally. Shoring can be utilized when walls bulge out when walls crack due to unequal settlement of foundation and repairs must be carried out to the cracked wall, when an adjacent structure needs pulling down when openings must be newly enlarged or made into a wall. Type of Shoring.

Wall Systems 59

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. Considerations for the use of exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) overclad solutions. The appropriateness of face-sealed systems in certain climate regions. Structural considerations, including thermal bridging and construction costs.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2024

The construction process and various finishing activities, such as pouring concrete, or dry wall finishing, can generate large amounts of moisture. Left unaddressed, this moisture can migrate into various areas of the structure, including into the roofing system, leaving materials wet and deteriorating. A 102-mm (4-in.)-thick

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UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It’s an unassuming hero, quietly tucked between the walls and ceilings, that works tirelessly to curtail energy consumption. It serves as a barrier, resisting the flow of heat through walls, roofs, and floors, thus maintaining a building’s temperature irrespective of external weather conditions.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 19, 2020

The beam which connects two or more columns or rafters in a roof or roof truss or in any height above floor level to make the whole structure more stiff and stable at the foundation level is called tie beam. Tie beams are mainly provided at roof truss and floor level and a plinth. They cannot carry any vertical load such as walls etc.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The work is separated into various items of work for a thorough calculation, and the amounts from every item are measured out and also an analysis of the estimated expense is developed at reasonable prices. Also, Read: Building Estimation Step by Step In Excel Sheet. Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc.). Specifications. As follows.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

What Is Epoxy Flooring? Epoxy floor coatings are widely used for commercial and industrial flooring. To provide a high-performance, smooth, and durable surface that can last several years and withstand heavy loads, epoxy coatings are typically applied over concrete floors. Advantages of Epoxy Flooring: .

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.

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