Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient.

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Buildern

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

One such measure is the use of a retainage fee, which is a percentage of the contract amount that an owner withholds from a contractor until the completion of the project. The purpose of retainage is to ensure contractors fulfill all their contractual obligations, including timely completion and quality work.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. This work should be scheduled at non-peak hours. Notify affected personnel before performing PM (alarmed or security entrances). All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use.

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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. Occupational hearing loss is one of the most common work-related illnesses and is permanent.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 17, 2016

T he United States is the largest trading nation in the world for goods and services with more than 300 land, air and sea ports. It is here that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces the import and export laws and regulations of the U.S. federal government and conducts immigration policy and programs.

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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. paraphrased . .

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Recognizing the importance of this innovation, industry, academia and governments are investing heavily in research and development to help national manufacturers become more competitive in 21st century manufacturing. The 109,000-square-foot building has two clean rooms built on a 6-million-pound, 3.5-foot Photo: Enterprise Florida).

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