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.

Energy Efficiency 62

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Environmental Impact Assessment Building Products Distribution 62

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As the Middle Tennessee’s first full-service hotel built in nearly a decade, the eight-story, 244-room Hilton Franklin Cool Springs offers one of the only roof-level patios in town plus a stylish lobby and contemporary guest rooms with Tubelite thermal entrance systems and floor-to-ceiling window wall.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Wall Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems 52

Work Gearz

JUNE 13, 2022

However, there are ways to counteract the cold in your warehouse throughout the winter by insulating the doors and windows, providing adequate shelving, and circulating and zoning heat by installing a heater system. Certain elements, such as the layout of your warehouse, should be considered before selecting the appropriate heater system. 

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Zoning Flooring Systems 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Day Lighting Schools.

Renewable Energy Systems 51

Renewable Energy Systems Flooring Systems Electrical Systems Green Building 51

Natural Building

AUGUST 16, 2019

We know that green buildings help the environment, but they also help us feel better. A building’s impact on one’s health is not just physical, but also mental. Lighting is of the utmost important for building occupants. It is no secret that most buildings today are vastly under-ventilated, says Toyin-Ann Yerifor.

Green Building 40

Green Building Building Products Distribution Ceiling Systems Wall Systems 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Ring roads distribute traffic, keep the site clean, and help prevent congestion when multiple crews are on site. With carefully organized rigging and setting of the building , crews aren’t working around crane operations. For one, before we go up, we go around.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Prefabrication Roofing Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 5, 2021

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. To supply plain ceiling surface giving preferable diffusion of sunlight. Flat slabs are utilized in parking decks, commercial buildings, hotels. What Is a Slab?

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Concrete Pouring Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

By combining concrete and steel, which have complementary properties, reinforced concrete has evolved into a versatile and reliable material used in bridges, buildings, dams, and other infrastructure projects. Wilkinson was the first person to use reinforced concrete when constructing a two-story cottage for his servants BN Products.

Concrete Pouring 62

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Products Distribution 62

CivilJungle

MARCH 8, 2021

Plastering is the practice of coating rough walls including irregular surfaces in the building or houses as well as other buildings with plastic material termed plaster. To preserve the poor product including porous materials and joins developed in masonry work. Its first coating offers the means to have a level floor.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Masonry Wall Systems Ceiling Systems 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 4, 2022

What Is Estimation of Residential Building? Estimation of a residential building is basically a “ Bottoms Up” or “Prime Cost” which performed an analysis in detail and finally produce a product. Estimation of residential building executes various types of works and their expenses in a chart. The unit is sq.

Estimating 52

Estimating Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Flooring Systems 52

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Better productivity and efficiency, satisfied clients, and shorter project timelines – everything making construction successful. No more confused faces or mix-ups.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

Outdoor lifestyle is crucial to commercial buildings. In fact, officials of New York City are beginning to re-examine its zoning to ensure green spaces and parks are accessible and equitably distributed throughout the urban landscape. How mid-scapes can be used as an economical productivity booster. by Dale Payne, P.E.

Building Design 72

Building Design Building Products Distribution Steel Fabrication Building Resilience 72

Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. IoT: building with wireless intelligence 5. Mega-trend in the construction industry: the 3D-printed building 11. Puzzle on the construction site: modular building with prefabrication in factories 14.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Building Materials 52

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Construction Equipment 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Construction Equipment 40

CivilJungle

JANUARY 2, 2022

We can add another floor with a limitation of height. This is a low-cost budget roofing system with more aesthetic beauty. This type of floor has a good water drainage system because it has steeper slopes. How to Build a Skillion Roof ? The raising part of the ceiling is generally used for the conversation part.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Earthbag Slide Show.

Green Building 45

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Roofing Systems 45

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Many former warehouses and industrial buildings were repurposed into lofts and studios, creating a distinct urban character. The design includes modern aesthetics with a textured façade that enhances the building’s visual appeal. This project incorporates energy-efficient systems to minimize its environmental impact.

Landscaping 52

Landscaping Architecture Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations 52

Revit OpEd

JUNE 13, 2012

Further, we are unable to accurately or efficiently create a gbXML file for use in Green Building Studio, HAP, Trace, etc. Area plans could help document such things but then floor plans would be "ignorant" of what these kinds of "areas" are, no tagging possible, just "dumb text". Not ideal either. In fact the opposite can be true.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 76

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Zoning HVAC Systems Wall Systems 76

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The allure of oak frames as a building material lies in its robustness and the natural warmth it adds to any design. Opting for a self-build conservatory kit presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional extensions, providing an alluring addition to a property that increases its value while enhancing the quality of living space.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 62

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 13, 2017

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. ASC: Above Suspended Ceiling. ATC: Acoustical Tile Ceiling. BL: Base Line, Building Line, Block. BLDG: Building. CLG: Ceiling. O’Connell, Interior Graphic and Design Standards, S.C. 2-PSS: Two-Part Polysulfide Sealant.

Painting/finishing 40

Painting/finishing Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Application: This standard applies to all installed sprinkler systems with nozzles. This work should be scheduled prior to flushing system. Application: This standard applies to all installed flag poles with electric and manual cabling systems. Review manufacturer’s instructions for all system components. Check Points: 1.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Electrical Wiring Installation 40

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). Requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

APRIL 24, 2016

The architectural scope includes, but is not limited to, demolition and construction of building exteriors and interiors and may include suspended ceilings, gypsum and masonry walls, metal frames and solid core doors, and resilient flooring.

Contracts 60

Contracts General Contracting Building Materials Manufacturing Insurance Management 60

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. The core competencies will be updated annually per the law.

Building Performance Measurement 45

Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 45