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. Ignacio Cariaga, Commercial Sustainability Director, Northwest Region, Heidelberg Materials North America.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Determine what you want to use the garage fora workshop, a gym, storage, or perhaps a multifunctional space.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Material Storage Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Mortenson team members shared speeches to celebrate the commitment this building embodies and thanked the craft team members working onsite to deliver this building safely. “As we reach new heights with mass timber, we’re not just building a facility; we’re crafting a sustainable legacy for future generations. .”

Facility Management 130

Facility Management Building Resilience Project Management Material Storage 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their resilient construction and the ability to stack up to six units high made them the perfect choice for my alternative housing trip. This made me look for different ways to build a home. These containers come pre-built, which cuts down on labour costs and wastes less material. Container homes need less space to build.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Material Storage 52

Construction Specifier

JULY 19, 2024

The 1,172-m2 (12,620-sf) property consists of three buildings. Photos courtesy Likeness Studio Located in the Templeton Gap District of Paso Robles American Viticultural Area (AVA), Fulldraw Vineyard’s new construction highlights innovative and resilient materials.

Building Resilience 59

Building Resilience Material Storage Building Materials Wall Systems 59

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

With complex supply chains, fluctuating material costs, workforce availability, and increasing project demands, construction resource management has become essential for maintaining efficiency, minimizing costs, and adhering to timelines. Material Management: Materials are one of the largest cost centers in construction projects.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Schedule Management Material Storage Lean Construction 105

BDC Network

JULY 25, 2023

Sergio Lechuga, CID Healthcare Facilities Designers Architects AEC Tech Interior Architecture Resiliency Welcome to HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series, where we explore the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of architecture and design. Sergio Lechuga, CID, is HMC’s Director of Interior Design.

Building Resilience 98

Building Resilience Building Design Energy Efficiency Building Standards 98

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. There is a very limited labor force, especially when you’re doing something really state-of-the-art,” Leavitt says.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 130

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

Interface’s Mikhail Davis, Gensler’s Kristen Ritchie, and Skanska’s Stacy Smedley discussed the intersection of materials specifications with recognizing and acting on the time value of carbon. This comes on the heels of Berkeley’s historic move to ban natural gas hook-ups in new buildings starting January 1, 2020.

Building Resilience 73

Building Resilience Real Estate Development Environmental Impact Assessment Material Storage 73

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Embracing Advanced Building Materials The home-building industry in Alaska is evolving rapidly, with advancements in materials leading the way. Builders are turning to high-performance insulation, reinforced concrete, and composite materials designed to withstand extreme temperatures.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Prefabrication 52

BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

A boardwalk and trail system provide engaging experiences with the land, deeply immersing participants in over 20 biophilic moments throughout the site that connect the story of Theodore Roosevelt's life inside the building with natural features on the site. Like him, the building is approachable, inviting, and provides connecting places.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 22, 2020

A high-performance roof system is durable, resilient, and allows a building to be occupied after a disaster event and continues performing during a loss of power. Utilizing skylights to provide natural light could help with post-disaster use of a building when the power grid has gone down. Building science matters.

Roofing Systems 88

Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Conservation Building Design 88

PN - Project Management

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In construction, this data originates from project management software, sensors embedded in equipment, drones , building information modeling (BIM) tools, financial records, and weather forecasts. Tracking workforce productivity , material usage, machinery performance, and environmental conditions produces a constant data stream.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management 97

CCR Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

“Several novel technologies are emerging to improve building energy efficiency that can directly impact heating and cooling loads and indoor environmental quality,” said conference technical chair Som Shrestha. The adoption of artificial intelligence coupled with advanced controls can also influence the thermal management of buildings.

HVAC Systems 52

HVAC Systems Energy Conservation Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 20, 2024

By James Reed Photos courtesy Sika Rmax Achieving higher thermal efficiency with less material Insulation is integral to enhancing both a building’s energy efficiency and the comfort of its occupants. Below-grade insulation demands resilience, and polyiso meets and exceeds that challenge with ease. What is polyiso insulation?

Energy Efficiency 59

Energy Efficiency Material Storage Building Materials Foundation Systems 59

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. The chemical reaction between these components forms a rigid, plastic-like material that bonds firmly to the substrate beneath.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Painting/finishing 52

BDC Network

MARCH 18, 2024

Maria Ionescu Healthcare Facilities Modular Building Contractors Designers Architects Coronavirus Roughly a quarter of the U.S. Regional, distributed care of modular crisis units As we also observed during the pandemic, healthcare systems with a distributed, robust presence in the community are resilient. Drawing courtesy Stantec 2.

Modular Construction 105

Modular Construction Structural Systems Prefabrication Building Design 105

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The recent innovation of integrating phase change material (PCM), a well-established technology, into ceiling panels has generated significant interest. Thermal mass As climate change continues to drive extreme weather events, there is an increasing emphasis on enhancing the resiliency of the built environment.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Ceiling Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.

Building Code Compliance 79

Building Code Compliance Facility Management Schedule Management Fire Protection Systems 79

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Installing a mezzanine floor is one of the most efficient ways to effectively double your storage capacity without expanding the building footprint. Understanding Mezzanine Storage Platforms A mezzanine floor refers to an intermediate or partial floor constructed between two main floors of a warehouse or industrial facility.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Optimization 52

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Super sacks are essentially large sacks made of a lightweight, yet durable material. They have been specifically designed for the transportation and storage of bulk commodities, such as grains, rice, sugar, flour, and other similar items. Super sacks have a number of advantages over traditional storage methods.

Material Handling 62

Material Handling Material Storage Building Materials Building Resilience 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

A construction solution built on a platform is designed to be more resilient, more flexible, and more scalable to needs that cannot be predicted. Cloud storage benefits. Construction firms need to be able to integrate their software with cloud storage to increase team-wide accessibility to data. Data accessibility and storage.

Project Management 95

Project Management Schedule Management Construction Management Material Storage 95

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. And things continue to look up: Data from Deloitte shows a 7.4%

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

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

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

Your home garage serves multiple vital roles, from vehicle parking protection to valuable storage real estate and hobby workshop sanctuaries. Some insurance policies may also require locking storage for claims validity after events like break-ins. Consult designers early when building or renovating homes for helpful recommendations.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Material Storage Concrete Pouring 52

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

One of the most dynamic and efficient project delivery systems in the healthcare industry is design-build, a construction method that provides owners with a single point of contact for both the design and construction phases of a project. Consider the life span of the building. Emphasize efficiency.

Building Optimization 98

Building Optimization Building Design Building Codes Electrical Systems 98

Whirlwind Steel

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Buildings October 17, 2023 by Whirlwind Team The Evolution of Construction: Cold-Formed Steel In the dynamic realm of construction, cold-formed steel (CFS) is emerging as a game-changer. As experts in the field, Whirlwind is leading this transformation, and we’re here to highlight the myriad advantages of CFS buildings.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Building Design 52

CCR Magazine

MAY 28, 2024

This article provides essential tips to fortify your home against the elements, ensuring it stands resilient against Michigan’s diverse climate conditions and beyond. Upgrade Your Roofing Material For those living in areas prone to severe weather conditions, upgrading your roofing material can be a wise investment.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Material Storage Painting/finishing Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

Bradley Company, the leading source for high-quality locker room equipment, introduces a new collection of Phenolic Lockers designed to enhance style, maintenance and storage customization options. Phenolic Lockers are GreenGuard certified as a low-emitting material. For more information, visit [link]. www.bradleycorp.com.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Building Resilience Maintenance Material Handling 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Sustainable practices and infrastructure upgrades further enhance resilience to climate change. Strengthening Building Resilience The next crucial step is to strengthen your property to withstand climate-related events. Smart building technologies provide real-time data and automation, enabling better decision-making.

Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Preparedness Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Metal cladding shields buildings from weather and improves their look. Various specifications and profiles, such as corrugated and box profile sheets in different gauges, provide flexibility for diverse applications from industrial to residential buildings. The aesthetic appeal of metal cladding also makes it a compelling option.

Fire Protection System Installation 64

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Painting/finishing Roofing Systems 64

Maltaward

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Empty buildings are often mistakenly believed as easy to take care of, when the reality is anything but. The sight of a vacant, run-down building can initiate a range of different thoughts. The sight of a vacant, run-down building can initiate a range of different thoughts. Should Empty Properties Cause Security Concerns?

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Property Management Piping Installation 52

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The post Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As for the future of the economy, will 2024 offer stability or further uncertainty for the building industry in the UK ?

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Material Storage Building Materials Manufacturing 64

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

From skyscrapers to highways, homes to office buildings, every structure relies on careful planning and execution. Builders must navigate rising material costs, unpredictable weather, and tight regulations while keeping projects on track. One way to manage this challenge is by securing materials before prices increase.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Schedule Management Material Handling Project Management Consulting 52

Stok

AUGUST 31, 2022

Climate provisions focus on lowering consumer energy costs, supporting energy security and investment in clean energy manufacturing, decarbonizing the economy, investing in communities and environmental justice, and advancing resilience efforts in rural communities and coastal habitats. 4: PUBLIC BUILDINGS $250M to the U.S.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Codes 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Throughout his tenure, Robin has overseen numerous significant projects, including renovation for a luxury retailer in Chicago, the Christ Community Church building addition in Gridley, and the Morton High School entry addition in Morton, Illinois. In 2019, she presented at Autodesk University on BIM Automation.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147