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

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. Employing preventive measures can save your project from unanticipated disasters in the long run, ensuring trouble-free operation. Determine the right materials for pipes and fixtures.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation Building Code Compliance 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

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Properly implemented tie-ins enhance the energy efficiency and longevity of buildings and ensure the building envelope acts as one system.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems 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

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. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

What it is, how it’s measured, why it matters, and how to improve it. Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Quality is what separates the good from the bad. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Proper installation techniques are crucial for performance. Quality Assurance: Guarantees that the materials and manufacturing processes meet industry standards. Legal Requirements: Many building codes require compliance with these standards for structural integrity. Socket: This must fit the bolt size accurately.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Code Compliance Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 52

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

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

MAY 29, 2024

Post-construction window cleaning is an important step in ensuring the aesthetic appeal and functionality of high-rise buildings. Post-construction cleaning removes possible allergens and pollutants that may have collected on the windows, resulting in improved interior air quality. Outlined below are the important steps involved: 1.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement Construction Equipment 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 94

Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 94

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

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

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 65

Quality Assurance Lean Construction Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement 65

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

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 65

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Lean Construction 65

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 7, 2022

Multiple studies by industry and the GAO note that over 80% of the failures in public sector facilities repair, renovation, and new builds are due to owner lack of effective leadership. Yet these vital resources remain poorly management and repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build dollars are not being used effectively.

Construction Management 91

Construction Management Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 91

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

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Assess building envelope performance: Check the integrity of the entire structure’s thermal performance. Instead, it provides extra eyes on the unseen thermal performances of buildings under construction. Taking proactive measures prevents accidents and property damage.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Especially in commercial buildings, many types of air devices are used for directional control. Humidity control may also be integrated. Here are some of the most crucial facets.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

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

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. A techniques like test-driven development, automation testing, and code reviews, developers have ways to guarantee quality without sacrificing the speed of releases. Balance is required.

Change Management 52

Change Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Building Automation 52

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 87

Facility Management Project Management Building Performance Measurement Change Management 87

Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

When work started on Phases 2 and 3, Gatic CastSlot and Gatic Kerbdrain from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), were specified due to their unrivalled track record for performance and longevity. In the case of the Ascent Logistics Park, all of those elements aligned.

Building Products Distribution 52

Building Products Distribution Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 52

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

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

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) 91

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 91

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Good quality control can result in significant cost and time savings. Therefore, it is in every owner’s interest to promote quality and require contractors who maintain the highest industry standards that are confirmed by certification, such as the ones offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Quality Assurance.

Painting/finishing 49

Painting/finishing Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 49

Job Order Contracting

MAY 3, 2020

Strategic alignment (links between operational performance and strategic factors), and profitability/cost control and/or resource maximization are initial area of focus and should be regularly monitored. Operational input/output measurements such as productivity, volume, lead-time, flexibility, amount of work-in process, and quality.

Procurement 60

Procurement Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Project Management 60

Specification Product Update

MAY 24, 2024

When work started on Phases 2 and 3, Gatic CastSlot and Gatic Kerbdrain from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), were specified due to their unrivalled track record for performance and longevity. In the case of the Ascent Logistics Park, all of those elements aligned.

Building Products Distribution 52

Building Products Distribution Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2019

These solutions can consistently assure that quality renovation, repair, and new construction projects are delivered on-time and on-budget. Today, tools and services are readily available to support any real property owner with requisite levels of leadership and competency. Collaborative technology ). regular third-party audits, and 5.)

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Collaboration 40

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Concrete producers, contractors, engineers and specifiers must work together to assure quality concrete practices are followed when using air entrained concrete. air entrained concrete specifications should be clearly written and comply with Chapter 19 of ACI 318R-14 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete).

Quality Assurance 60

Quality Assurance Curing Quality Control Structural Systems 60

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