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. Yuill asks.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

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.

Surveying 52

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Construction Mockups and Testing A presentation entitled “Construction Mockups & Testing | Overview, Trends, and Best Practices” was led by Christopher Grey, a principal in the Simpson Gumpertz & Heger ( SGH , [link] Building Enclosures Division in Boston. They are not just a quality assurance program,” said Grey.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Quality Assurance Building Materials 52

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Building product safety – New National Building Product Assurance Framework Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Building Product Assurance Framework. This new policy has been developed as part of the National Building Reform Process.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Assurance Building Codes 52

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Building product safety – New National Building Product Assurance Framework Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Building Product Assurance Framework. This new policy has been developed as part of the National Building Reform Process.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Assurance Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

Advanced management services offer comprehensive solutions that can revolutionise how construction projects are executed, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. A client’s satisfaction level with a specific project correlates with the quality of work and the time taken to complete it.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Quality Assurance 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. With mobile access, information is always at your fingertips.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

Inspectors may overlook critical checkpoints or fail to adhere to regulatory standards, leading to compliance issues and quality discrepancies. The absence of standardized procedures also makes it challenging to benchmark performance, identify trends, and implement best practices across the organization.

Inspection 93

Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 93

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By understanding the features, benefits, and installation techniques of high-strength TC bolts, builders can make informed choices for their projects. Proper installation techniques are crucial for performance. Quality Assurance: Guarantees that the materials and manufacturing processes meet industry standards.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Code Compliance Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 13, 2021

In order to chose the right Job Order Contract Program, it is important to understand that JOC isn’t simply a way to speed you numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. It’s impossible to improve at any scale without proper measurements. It requires by owner leadership and understand. via Four BT, LLC, www.4bt.us

Contracts 66

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Building Automation 66

BDC Network

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment HVAC System Installation Building Standards 111

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The good news is that robust solutions are readily available to enable the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on time and on budget. Quantitative metrics/performance indicators. The only valid cost measurement is a line-item estimate based upon local market conditions.

Facility Management 89

Facility Management Project Management Building Performance Measurement Change Management 89

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 14, 2021

Owner leadership and commitment remain the only solution to rampant facilities repair, renovation, and new build waste. Rethink, rebuild, and improve your repair, renovation, and new build activities and reduce costs 20% – 30%+ by implementing robust, integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery.

Quality Assurance 66

Quality Assurance Lean Construction Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement 66

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Build preeminent performance improvement capabilities driven by information and shared knowledge. It is therefore virtually impossible to measure and achieve success. Quantitative key performance indicators (KPIs) must be formulated that are in concert with facilities related organizational current and planned needs.

Maintenance 59

Maintenance Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Procurement 59

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.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2019

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Consistently Deliver Quality Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Projects On-Time & On-Budget! ‘Ad hoc’ Methods Assuring that all roles, responsibilities, and processes are understood and consistently implemented drives efficiency.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement 40

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 3, 2020

Improving construction planning, procurement, and project delivery involves consideration of core “competencies”, “process”, “efficiency”, and “technology” Or, put another way, People, Process, Information, and Technology. Competencies.

Procurement 60

Procurement Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Project Management 60

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Each new connection creates a potential loop where sensitive customer information could be insulted. Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. Cross-platform frameworks like React Native help, but often involve performance tradeoffs.

Change Management 52

Change Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Building Automation 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 5, 2014

A multi-dimensional tool, Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves generating a visual model of the building which also manages data about it, at the design stage, throughout the construction phase and during its working life. It follows that construction information is, therefore, often: Inaccurate. What is BIM?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 51

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 51

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Fully Compliant.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 93

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 93

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Do you know that reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) has played a significant role in public building construction over the past decades? Get ready to dive into the fascinating realm of lightweight yet strong building materials that have impacted the way public buildings were built.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Concrete Pouring 62

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Their managed WordPress internet hosting plans incorporate highlights like mechanized reinforcements, SSL certificates, and progressed security measures, guaranteeing a secure and dependable environment for your website. Both Elementor and Kinsta are known for their high-performance facilitating solutions.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization Change Management 52

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Finally, to complete the installation, follow these steps: Measure and cut the second parts of the two-part trims. Maintenance Tips for uPVC Cladding Due to its low-maintenance quality, maintaining uPVC cladding is a simple task. Slot each subsequent board onto the one beneath, checking for full engagement and level alignment.

Painting/finishing 62

Painting/finishing Building Performance Measurement Building Products Distribution Maintenance 62

BDC Network

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The owner initially hired a contractor to perform waterproofing repairs at the manufactured stone façade of the building. While performing these repairs, the contractor raised concerns to the owner regarding several stone units that appeared to be in a loose or unsound condition.

Masonry 52

Masonry Insurance Management Building Performance Measurement Building Code Compliance 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

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.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 1, 2019

The benefits of LEAN process adoption consistent include the optimized delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects. Locally Researched Actionable Information. Furthermore, a locally researched UPB virtually assures a detailed scope of work for each work requirement.

Procurement 40

Procurement Lean Construction Facility Management Building Performance Measurement 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 6, 2022

To that end, we’re excited to present Autodesk Construction Master Classes —a program designed to give construction professionals access to exclusive and highly-informative classes with industry thought leaders and practitioners. . BIM is all about the management of digital representations of buildings. Take Class. Take Class.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Quality Control 52

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. A few of these key strategies are outlined below. #1:

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Consistent on-time, on-budget delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects is possible only when owners have the requisite levels of leadership and competency. Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Project definition of the Scope of Work is critical.

Lean Construction 60

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

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Specialized contractors in Glasgow provide civil engineering services, building maintenance solutions, interior design fit outs and more. From large-scale infrastructure developments to bespoke residential projects, these firms have demonstrated their commitment to delivering high-quality results for their clients.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Specialized contractors in Glasgow provide civil engineering services, building maintenance solutions, interior design fit outs and more. From large-scale infrastructure developments to bespoke residential projects, these firms have demonstrated their commitment to delivering high-quality results for their clients.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 25, 2023

The Secretary of State grants Development authorisation Orders (DCOs) for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs), combining planning authority with additional consents such listed building authorisation. However, given the current economic climate, a speedier and cheaper planning process might provide earlier assurance.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement Government Works 52