Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 15, 2023

This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2023

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. Dvele's Nob Hill home in Ventura, Calif.,

Building Resilience 264

Building Resilience Modular Construction Building Automation Flooring Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

million in funding for research and development of groundbreaking building technologies. These projects aim to decarbonize buildings, reduce peak demand on the electrical grid, enhance energy resilience, and lower utility costs. Harvest is the little engine that could,” said CEO and Co-Founder Jane Melia.

HVAC System Installation 255

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 255

The Pro Builder

MAY 29, 2024

Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process. Only requiring four people to set up the Printer, the NEXCON was designed to undertake a variety of types of builds, from smaller format homes to completely customizable homes, industrial buildings, and retail structures. Why is ICC-ES certification important?

Building Code Compliance 261

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Wall Systems Structural Systems 261

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 21, 2023

. – The latest title from the American Society of Civil Engineer’s, Snow Loads: Guide to the Snow Load Provisions of ASCE 7- 22 supplies detailed, authoritative explanations of the snow load provisions contained in Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures , Standard ASCE/SEI 7-22.

Building Resilience 246

Building Resilience Building Standards Building Optimization Building Design 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

“With the increase in investment from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, public agencies need cloud-based solutions offering the highest standards of security and reliability. With ever-increasing security threats, federal agencies are looking for systems that are scalable, secure, and easy to deploy.

Risk Management 246

Risk Management Building Resilience Building Standards Government Works 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

The award will enable research to develop an advanced science-based framework for assessing the fire performance of cold-formed steel structures that results in more accurate modeling to ensure increased public safety, resource efficiency and resilience. Sagan of the Metal Building Manufacturers Association.

Fire Protection Systems 242

Fire Protection Systems Structural Systems Building Design Project Management Consulting 242

The Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2023

Getting Older Homes Up to Snuff for Energy Efficiency ibush Sat, 04/29/2023 - 08:30 Residential buildings account for about 21% of energy use and 20% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the U.S. But bringing existing homes up to those standards has been far less consistent and hasn’t been at a scale sufficient to make a significant impact.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Building Resilience Environmental Consulting 246

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In response, technology companies are leveraging automation and robotics for eco-friendly construction methods, while architects are finding ways to incorporate resiliency and efficiency into new-home designs. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

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Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Automation Building Standards 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In response, technology companies are leveraging automation and robotics for eco-friendly construction methods, while architects are finding ways to incorporate resiliency and efficiency into new-home designs. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

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Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Automation Building Standards 130

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Building on straightforward material testing and proven project successes, the industry is making significant strides toward developing accountable language and precise definitions that can be universally specified to address concrete floor challenges. Photo courtesy Bennett Build What is polished concrete, exactly? can also be used.

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Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety ( IBHS ) today released the 2025 FORTIFIED Home, FORTIFIED Commercial and FORTIFIED Multifamily construction standards. All three standards are updated periodically to align with building codes and design standards.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Standards Building Codes 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Earthquake Resilience Act aims to improve the nation’s preparation for and recovery from earthquakes. Photo courtesy National Institute of Building Sciences On the 35 th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake in California, the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) leadership and Kevin Mullin, U.S.

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Building Resilience Infrastructure Development Building Standards Building Design 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Roads, in particular, scored a D on the report, meaning they are, by and large, below standard and approaching the end of their service life. As the nation looks for ways to improve this assessment for the 2025 report card, it is important for repairs and rehabilitation projects to consider long-term resiliency as an essential feature.

Wall Systems 246

Wall Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Building Resilience 246

The Pro Builder

MAY 21, 2024

Georgia Gets Its First Passive House csweeney Tue, 05/21/2024 - 13:38 With just one other PHIUS-certified house in the southeastern US, Georgia is the second state to build to the green, zero-carbon standard Georgia just saw the completion of its first certified passive house. We’re really starting to ramp up in the Southeast.”

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Dvele is building the new plants, one in Monterrey, Mexico, and the other in the US at a location to be announced. It will also mean we can serve more developers, allowing them to build more net positive communities across the US.” The new facilities will be asset-light, requiring little capital to get up and running.

Building Automation 242

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 242

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

The DOE Housing Innovation Awards are made to those builders who are spurring the housing industry to construct more efficient, healthy, and resilient homes certified to the DOE ZERH program requirements. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

SD Hollow concrete block masonry was first used as a building material around 1870, when wooden molds were developed to produce concrete block units from a relatively dry mixture of sand, cement, and water. In current construction, concrete masonry units (CMUs) are used as both structural and architectural building materials.

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Masonry Building Resilience Fire Protection Systems Building Materials 116

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 8, 2024

billion project to replace the Portage Bay Bridge, the last in a series of bridges that provide seismically resilient connections between the communities east of Lake Washington and Seattle. billion design-build project will construct two new parallel bridges that meet current seismic resiliency standards.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Infrastructure Development Landscaping Building Standards 130

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This strategic partnership unites three of the leading innovators in the synthetic roofing sector with a shared commitment to advancing resilient, sustainable and high-performance roofing materials. This alliance underscores our collective dedication to meeting the evolving challenges of the building and construction sectors, Rob said.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Fire Protection Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The partnership builds on Bentley’s recent acquisition of Cesium , the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications. Cesium is the creator of the 3D Tiles open standard also used by Google. As we look to the future, the possibilities seem endless,” Cumins said.

Engineering 203

Engineering Infrastructure Development Foundation Systems Building Resilience 203

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Code Compliance Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

And when there’s a groundswell of interest, companies will standardize and benefit from increased efficiency, transparency, and data normalization.” To this end, several states have already adopted digitized permitting processes that have resulted in significant improvements to efficiency and transparency in permitting.

Permits 246

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Land Use Regulations 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 24, 2023

In celebration of Earth Day and the company’s commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG), APTIM—a recognized leader in environment, resilience, and sustainability services—has released its annual ESG Report. The 2022 ESG Report is available for free download on APTIM’s website.

Stakeholder Engagement 130

Stakeholder Engagement Building Resilience Sustainability Energy Efficiency 130

CCR Magazine

MARCH 24, 2025

The National Electrical Code (NEC) sets the rules for electrical work in commercial buildings across the United States. Its not just a guide, but the standard everyone must follow to ensure safety and reliability. How do these standards affect commercial construction ? With recent updates, the NEC is raising expectations.

Fire Protection System Installation 40

Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

— Join Green Builder Media on Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 ET for a free webinar on building net zero energy ready homes at an affordable pricepoint. Howard Building Science is building beautiful net zero energy ready homes in Granite Falls, N.C., Lake City, Colo. for around $200,000. Click here to reserve your seat.

Green Building 130

Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Rick Roos, Rockwool’s senior manager for codes, standards, and fire safety, (second from the left) receives The Construction Specifier ‘s 2023 Article of the Year Award at the CSI National Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo courtesy Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

Building Codes 111

Building Codes Building Resilience Zoning Safety Regulations 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. BILCO also makes an anti-slip coating for its aluminum floor access door covers that have a higher coefficient of friction than standard diamond plate.

Disaster Preparedness 276

Disaster Preparedness Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Waterproofing Systems 276

Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2023

Department of Energy (DOE) published a new report on July 13, titled “Enhancing Resilience in Buildings Through Energy Efficiency.” Provide for new single-family buildings, benefit-cost ratios from two times to more than six times, making a strong financial argument for adoption. population across 15 states— the U.S.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Building Codes Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 90

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Decades later, these innovative floors remain a smart and efficient solution for many commercial spaces, balancing comfort for occupants and long-term performance for facility managers and building owners. Hybrid carpet refers to flooring that combines the comfort and acoustic benefits of carpet with the durability of a resilient floor.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This includes essential tasks such as tree trimming near power lines, which are critical for service reliability, grid resiliency, and operational safety. Electric utilities rely on external contractors who must adhere to local and regulatory standards, mitigate outage risks, and maintain service continuity to meet SAIDI and SAIFI goals.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

Roads Online

JANUARY 17, 2024

A new recovery and resilience package from the Federal and Queensland governments will provide $119.1 million, $100 million will be used as part of a Betterment Fund to rebuild and increase the resiliency of infrastructure across impacted LGAs. Of the $119.1 Of the $119.1 Related stories: Construction begins on $2.1B

Building Resilience 105

Building Resilience Construction Management Building Standards Building Design 105