CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Everything is now shopped online, and shopping for building materials has dramatically changed due to internet technology. Wider Selection The various online building supply retailers provide a vastly wider array of products than your local store. Even more free shipping also by most of the retail stores also.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Building Performance Measurement Roofing Systems Building Automation 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2022

Based upon the above, why would anyone be surprised by the lack of productivity and rampant economic and environmental waste endemic to public sector facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds? Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery System Performance is CRITICAL to Improving Productivity. doi: [link]. Barlish, K.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 82

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement 82

BD+C

MARCH 31, 2023

Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.

Zoning 105

Zoning Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 105

Construction Specifier

JUNE 14, 2024

Many buildings, particularly those located near airports, freeways, and construction zones, struggle with undesirable acoustics. These characteristics raised the thermal and acoustical performance of the windows providing a quieter and more comfortable environment for their guests. Photo by Abstract Photography Inc./courtesy

Building Performance Measurement 59

Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Quality Control Wall Systems 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 24, 2023

The team addressed the unique challenges of the project, which included the need for a variety of different workspaces, flexible use of square footage, and a high level of acoustic privacy through the use of multiple types of workstations, multi-use space, and high performance acoustic materials.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Building Design Building Performance Measurement Public Works 130

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

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Fire activity presents a particular concern when it occurs near the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). 1 The heightened fire risk posed to structures built near the WUI applies to residential dwellings as well as light commercial buildings. Compared to the previous 12 months, the number of U.S.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

MAY 29, 2024

Preparing high-rise windows for a building project necessitates meticulous planning and execution to make sure that the windows stay intact and without suffering any damages. Cut the plywood to match the window’s measurements and dimensions, and secure it using brackets or screws. Conduct a thorough inspection.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Inspection Building Materials Communication 52

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 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?’

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Our industry is performing at historic levels in 2024, but, while the AEC industry as a whole is experiencing an upward trend, there are still many challenges ahead of us as we navigate the future. I believe one of the major changes that will come as a result of this shifting landscape is an even greater emphasis on time as a measure of ROI.

Landscaping 130

Landscaping Building Performance Measurement Building Standards 130

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

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Measure Your Success: Utilizing KPIs and analyzing feedback helps you understand what worked and how to improve future corporate events. It creates chances for great conversations, helps build your brand, and, in the end, can increase your sales. Engagement Beyond the Event: The journey doesn’t end with the event itself.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Site Planning Public Works Surveying 52

BDC Network

JUNE 26, 2024

Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman Designers Architects Sustainability Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In response to our last article on “ The Future of ESG in Architecture ,” many of our partners have asked how they can create an “ESG compliant building.” Photo courtesy Gensler 2.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment Building Design Government Works 52

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. A principal tenet of Passive House design entails siting the building to optimize sun/heat exposure.

Concrete Pouring 130

Concrete Pouring Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Structural Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The Army Corps is performing this project in collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, its non-federal sponsor, and Army Corps Contractor, Weeks Marine of Cranford, New Jersey. Presently, most of the beach construction has been completed and the remainder of the project will be worked on in 2024.

Risk Management 264

Risk Management Project Management Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 264

Construction Specifier

JUNE 23, 2023

Concrete material was present on the reverse face of blistered and peeled coating. Sometimes, the coating system may perform appropriately but be compromised by other materials in the architectural assembly. This industrial building in the Midwest was constructed in 1945. Photos courtesy Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE).

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Historic Preservation Building Materials Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

Wall Systems 93

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

Specification Product Update

AUGUST 3, 2024

A significant challenge when working on the roof of any existing, occupied building is protecting the people inside the building without the full roof system in place. That challenge is multiplied when the building in question is large and work has to be carried out in sections over a longer period of time.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Building Controls 52

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

Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2022

Deep energy renovations of commercial and multi-unit residential buildings are critical if cities want to tackle their climate emissions on a large scale. 1 For these changes to happen, energy codes must add measures to strengthen energy reduction while not raising resultant emissions. Photo courtesy ROCKWOOL. By Alejandra Nieto.

Energy Conservation 59

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency 59

Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

This process, when implemented correctly, benefits all stakeholders, from architects and designers to building-product manufacturers and contractors. Faced with material shortages, Miles discovered that alternative materials could not only substitute for the original materials but also often provided better performance at a lower cost.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Materials Manufacturing Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Keeping in view the psychological effects of climate change the construction industry has to find ways of how it can build structures that can effectively withstand the changing climate conditions. In addition to bearing these characteristics, a resilient building is flexibly designed, resource efficient, and energy efficient as well.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

In addition, Building Information Modeling (BIM) fosters cooperation through the provision of a shared digital representation of the building. Green building practices emphasize energy savings, water use efficiency, and ecological materials. While initial costs might be higher, long-term benefits are significant.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 52

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 52

Plant & Civil Engineer

AUGUST 12, 2024

The exceptional hardness of concrete presents a challenge to machines, milling drums and cutting tools. Their reduced number of round-shank picks with larger tool spacings increases the force applied by each pick, which leads to a higher machine advance rate and in turn ensures higher area performance.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Engineering 52

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.

Environmental Impact Assessment 84

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

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. Key Innovations in Construction Technology 1.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The new Zero Line now includes six building products, now available in the UK – from cementitious mortars to pre-blended grout. The portfolio will provide contractors and specifiers with durable, high-performance products with CO 2 fully offset in the entire life cycle.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 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.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Building Standards 52

BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

This approach presents a new way to think and act, to “do good” rather than “less bad,” and to have total net positive outcomes. 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. s arena of action.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Content Customization Strategies Customizing content to align with your audience’s preferences is about more than just the words you use; it’s also about how those words are presented. Personalization goes beyond the narrative; it encompasses the entire aesthetic experience of the content, including its visual presentation.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Change Management Landscaping 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Therefore, preventive maintenance of building exteriors has become more important than ever.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Building Performance Measurement Inspection Roofing Systems 52

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

Robots are now capable of performing tasks such as bricklaying, concrete dispensing, and even painting. Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) integrates automation into the design and planning phases, allowing for accurate 3D modeling and better collaboration among stakeholders.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2022

What’s more, over 165 integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our new, comprehensive field and project management solution that combines the best-in-class features from BIM 360 and PlanGrid, with new capabilities such as Cost Management and Performance Tracking. . Autodesk Build supports advanced construction workflows .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development Building Products Distribution 98

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.

Surveying 98

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Mapping Foundation Systems 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

In addition, on the former Maywood Chemical Works site, the Army Corps safely removed radioactive soil, contaminated buildings, and metal drums that contained remnants of harmful solvents and degreasers. Throughout the project’s progress, public safety measures have been in place for the community.

Public Works 130

Public Works Building Performance Measurement Zoning Property Management 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Preventative measures can help keep these pests at bay, saving you the hassle and money associated with extermination. Pay attention to areas where pipes and electrical wires enter your building, as these can serve as a gateway for pests. Look for signs of pest activity such as droppings, gnaw marks, or damaged building materials.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Inspection Material Storage 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 10, 2024

Safety measures in construction sites Safety equipment used in construction sites is an essential requirement in construction locales, as they are the bustling center points of various assignments that are being carried out simultaneously. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) It plays a safety measure against risks in construction sites.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Fire Protection Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement 52