UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2024

The post Enhancing Buildings with Modern Curtain Walling Systems appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Curtain walling is a type of cladding used in construction to protect buildings from weather and enhance their appearance. It doesn’t support structural loads, offering design flexibility and energy efficiency.

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Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Building Materials 62

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

This article explores how commercial construction companies can embrace innovation and efficiency to safeguard their operations and position themselves for growth. We will delve into specific strategies and highlight how these approaches can lead to a thriving, resilient business.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Building Optimization Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Yet it remains a very material, energy- and water-hungry band, creating prodigious quantities of waste and greenhouse gas emissions. The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

Metal fabrication has become increasingly popular in construction projects due to its versatility, durability, and efficiency. Firstly, metals like steel offer superior strength-to-weight ratios compared to traditional building materials such as wood or concrete.

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Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Energy Efficiency 52

BDC Network

MAY 11, 2023

Let's build toward a circular economy 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/11/2023 - 09:34 Sustainability Eric Corey Freed, Director of Sustainability, CannonDesign, discusses the values of well-designed, regenerative buildings. A sustainable relationship to a building, community and planet should be the floor, not the ceiling.

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Building Materials Building Design Building Resilience Modular Construction 105

BDC Network

MAY 11, 2023

Let's build towards a circular economy 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/11/2023 - 09:34 Sustainability Eric Corey Feed, Director of Sustainability, CannonDesign, discusses the values of well-designed, regenerative buildings. A sustainable relationship to a building, community and planet should be the floor, not the ceiling.

Building Materials 98

Building Materials Building Design Building Resilience Modular Construction 98

BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

Industrialized construction High-volume off-site construction, prefabrication, and on-site construction automation will continue to advance in response to ongoing labor and material challenges. The technology ensures resiliency during long-term power loss from the grid and eliminates reliance on backup generators and the fuel they require.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Standards 98

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

As a result, resilient design has grown into an industrywide movement calling on engineers, architects, environmental consultants, and other design professionals to create buildings that not only withstand severe storms like hurricanes and tornadoes, but also remain habitable under extreme weather circumstances.

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Masonry Wall Systems Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Natural Building

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Affordable housing that is also resilient in natural disasters is desperately needed in many parts of the world. These domes feature a unique combination of old and new technologies and sustainable construction methods, including earth berm construction, green roofs and walls, passive solar design, and prefabricated composite shells.

Modular Construction 52

Modular Construction Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

For one, it’s an opportunity to build a physical legacy. From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

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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Building Codes Modular Construction Site Planning Building Materials Manufacturing 290

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Dvele , a manufacturer of high-tech prefabricated homes, is working to help solve the housing crisis by upping its production of Self-Powered homes with two new foundries. Dvele is building the new plants, one in Monterrey, Mexico, and the other in the US at a location to be announced.

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Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 242

CivilJungle

APRIL 5, 2021

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. Flat slabs are utilized in parking decks, commercial buildings, hotels. Utilized in developing floors of a multi-storeyed building. What Is a Slab? Advantages of Flat Slab .

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Concrete Pouring Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Sustainable building. Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. We’ll walk through hh2’s integration between Sage CRE 300 and Autodesk Build as well as Quickbooks Online, which integrates with Autodesk Build using ACC Connect.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Change Management 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 15, 2024

This year, several emerging trends are reshaping how projects are approached, highlighting a dynamic evolution in building technologies and methodologies. As we delve into the specifics, it’s clear that the industry’s future in Rio Grande Valley is being built on innovation and efficiency.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. The goal is to leverage data for QA and QC, eliminate duplication, and create more project efficiencies.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Project Management 137

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Today’s commercial buildings demand innovative roofing solutions that ensure protection from the elements and provide enhanced energy efficiency, sustainability, and durability. From cutting-edge materials to modern techniques, the roofing industry is revolutionizing how buildings are designed and maintained.

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Building Materials Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building 45

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Design-build firms and subcontractors know too well how expensive it is to miscalculate costs, miss design flaws, hire incompetent workers and waste materials. This year, even smaller construction companies are investing in solutions to maximize efficiency at every turn. CAD Continuous adoption of CAD software is unsurprising.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 19, 2023

It pointed to the increase in the construction of green buildings, along with high demand for commercial and tourist industry construction as the key drivers of growth. 2 Join the sustainability revolution As Autodesk’s report on green construction notes , green building is no longer just a trend. “By See trend 2 below.]

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Energy Efficiency Green Building Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Danielle O’Connell, Skanska USA Building Inc. Chris Walker, The PENTA Building Group. He implemented advanced construction software across two of AECOM’s largest projects and created connected data workflows to increase efficiencies across the project lifecycle. Maggie Farrell, S. Wilson & Co. Mohammad S.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Monolithic Definition: Monolithic construction is a process where, using a homogeneous mixture , a building is monolithically constructed. Monolithic building work is capable of cost-effectively providing high quality and robust structure. Building monolithic foundations is truly easy. Resilience. Energy Efficient.

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Concrete Pouring Foundation Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

If the resilience seen this year has shown construction professionals anything, it’s that this industry, and the people who work in it, are remarkable. Christian Paul , Gilbane Building Company. He encouraged the firm to adopt new platforms that would enable teams to communicate better and resolve issues more efficiently.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management 52

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

MasterFormat is an invaluable, if not mandatory, tool for efficiently describing, costing, and communicating construction statements of work (SOW). 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). 00 41 56 Bid Form – Design/Build (Multiple-Prime Contract). design/negotiate/build). 00 01 07 Seals Page.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

MasterFormat is an invaluable, if not mandatory, tool for efficiently describing, costing, and communicating construction statements of work (SOW). 00 41 53 Bid Form – Design/Build (Single-Prime Contract). 00 41 56 Bid Form – Design/Build (Multiple-Prime Contract). design/negotiate/build). 00 01 07 Seals Page.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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