Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By Kristin Dispenza, Advancing Organizational Excellence Cement has historically been so far upstream in a building’s supply chain that designers, engineers, and building owners ignored the details of its production. But changes in the industry are leading designers to take a cradle-to-cradle perspective. It’s a more holistic approach.”

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

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

Concrete Pouring 105

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Commercial applications benefit from epoxy’s ability to withstand heavy machinery and frequent traffic, particularly in Portsmouth’s warehouses, industrial estates, retail outlets and office buildings. Portsmouth businesses with high-traffic areas particularly benefit from this resilience.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Painting/finishing 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes. Concrete teams in Denton, Tex.,

Building Performance Measurement 82

Building Performance Measurement Curing Concrete Pouring Flooring Systems 82

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

For structural assessments, it’s worth consulting a professional to evaluate the soundness of foundations, walls, and roof before proceeding with major changes. Create specific zones for tools, gardening equipment, sports gear and automotive supplies to establish a logical system. You’re not alone.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Material Storage Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Unmatched durability and strength Commercial spaces demand flooring solutions that deliver exceptional strength and resilience. This resilient flooring solution maintains its integrity even under extreme conditions, resisting cracks, chips, and abrasions that typically plague other flooring options.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Curing 52

CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo as a building material has greater compressive strength and it is lightweight so that it is widely used as a construction material. Bamboo is widely used in the construction industry for various purposes such as scaffolding construction of bridges and structures etc. Bamboo Uses in Construction.

Architecture 69

Architecture Building Materials Roofing Systems Material Handling 69

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The development of reinforced concrete dates back to the 19th century, as engineers and architects sought a construction material that could withstand both the compressive and tensile forces in structures. Reinforced concrete is now widely used across the globe for a variety of structural applications, including buildings, bridges, and more.

Concrete Pouring 64

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Products Distribution 64

CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

In building construction, the first stage is earth excavation , which is then followed by dewatering the trenches, laying of brick flat sloping and PCC layer, placing of reinforcement caging for the construction of footings, and finally the Concreting of foundations. Adhesive resins such as bitumen, tar, natural gum, wax etc.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Building Materials 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 26, 2020

After compaction, this concrete provides high density and finally cures into a strong monolithic block. For instance, the base asphalt mixes have entirely different functions in pavement structure than asphalt surface mixes. Various different kinds of asphalt concrete mixes are available to create unique structures.

Concrete Pouring 64

Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 64

Construction Daily News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Snow accumulation can make construction sites inaccessible, and cold weather can affect concrete curing and equipment operation. Wind can be destructive, causing structural damage and delaying construction. You can build robust structures and a reputation for reliability and resilience.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Site Planning Material Storage 52

CivilJungle

MAY 1, 2021

Fly ash is extracted by particulate pollution control systems, including such electrostatic precipitators or filter bags, previous to exhausted the flue gas. The slower response time of many fly ash relative to portland cement limits the amount of early heat generation and the damaging early temperature increase of large structures.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Cost Control 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Yet, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) 2021 Infrastructure Report Card, 42 percent of all bridges in the United States are at least 50 years old, out of which, about 4600 of them are considered structurally deficient. Structural lightweight concrete (SLC) sidelines these issues.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Infrastructure Development Curing Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

Rising Stars in Multidisciplinary Engineering Stephen Dominguez, PE, SE Principal-in-Charge, Structural Engineering WT Group Hoffman Estates, IL Stephen Dominguez has built his career in the AEC industry on the foundations of project design, management, and professional development. Kyle Ahern is the Awards Manager at Zweig Group.

Public Works 264

Public Works Project Management Change Management Facility Management 264

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures to according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Epoxy resin is primarily derived from petroleum, with its molecular structure enabling it to absorb both heat and mechanical stresskey factors in its impressive durability. When professionally installed, the precise mixture of epoxy resin and hardener cures to form a hard surface perfect for heavy-duty applications.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Curing Concrete Pouring 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

For reliable and professional services, galaxy plumbing and heating ensures efficient plumbing systems for homes and businesses alike. Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride, or UPVC, is a common plumbing material used in both residential and commercial structures because of its resilience to both natural and chemical factors.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation Energy Conservation 52