Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Each of the 86 apartment units features large window openings and integrates existing historical elements, such as exposed original wood beam ceilings.

Historic Preservation 104

Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Building Codes Electrical Systems 104

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3.

Sustainability 92

Sustainability Plumbing Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems 92

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 130

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The rear elevation optimizes the home’s view of the Las Vegas Valley and the Strip with floor-to-ceiling telescoping glass doors that pocket into adjacent walls for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Continuing the flooring and ceiling materials from indoors to outside further strengthens the indoor/outdoor connection.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners. efficiency rating.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

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. Its 100-percent-electric design aims for net-zero operational energy and carbon, producing all consumed energy on-site. Notable glazing properties include 0.28 U-value, 0.27

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 14, 2024

Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects. However, if wall and floor space is minimal, facilities can instead opt for electric ceiling heaters.

Ceiling Systems 100

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Facility Management Risk Management 100

BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone. This project is proof that standard systems strategically designed for optimal outcomes can lead to remarkable results,” adds Matt Bartels , CannonDesign’s Principal in Charge and Project Manager for the project.

Renewable Energy Systems 116

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Energy Conservation Building Design 116

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 25, 2024

Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and up to 3,066-m 2 (33,000-sf) floor plates, The Refinery offers world-class amenities, including a 2,508-m 2 (27,000-sf) glass dome penthouse with 360-degree views. Inside, the building retains features such as a 65.2-m

Architecture 85

Architecture Real Estate Development Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 85

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2023

The brise soleil system, found in modernist L.A. The project’s exterior brise soleil system is one aspect of the design, which will also frame sightlines of the surrounding L.A. homes, on Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South. Photos courtesy Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).

Energy Efficiency 94

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Geotechnical Engineering Fire Protection Systems 94

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 15, 2023

m 2 (10-sf) floor-to-ceiling windows facing the park. The FCEC employs an innovative wastewater wetlands system, the first of its kind in Chicago and among the pioneering examples in Illinois. Plants and organisms in the system act as filters for the building’s blackwater and avoid overloading the city’s sewer system.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Wall Systems Environmental Consulting Ceiling Systems 98

Construction Marketing

MARCH 28, 2022

It’s not only for the sake of saving costs on monthly electricity bills but also for being a responsible and eco-friendly business entity. . When heat and coolness dissipate, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system needs to work harder, thereby using up more electricity. Prevent Air Leakage.

Energy Efficiency 90

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 90

Revit OpEd

AUGUST 21, 2015

It would be cool if they changed the dialog for ceiling plan view range orientation. Here's a screen shot of the proposed View Range Dialog. Nice to include more graphics. Cooler still if there were some grips we could drag up and down to adjust the planes eh?

Ceiling Systems 80

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems 80

Construction Specifier

MARCH 11, 2024

Failure of plaster ceiling due to additional weight of attached metal and wood ceilings. Plaster ceilings are often found during renovations and assessments of older buildings. During the 18 th to the mid-20 th centuries, lath and plaster construction was widely used to finish interior walls and ceilings.

Ceiling Systems 59

Ceiling Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems Plumbing Systems 59

UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Upgrading to energy efficient appliances and systems can cut your energy usage and reduce your carbon footprint. Smart thermostats and high efficiency HVAC systems can make that a reality. When doing it yourself, check for drafts around doors and windows, inspect insulation levels and check your heating and cooling systems.

Energy Efficiency 62

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems 62

BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. In many North American factories, even those that make electric vehicles, this has translated into potentially sweltering, uncomfortable places. The “human factor” comes in second place.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 121

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing HVAC System Installation 121

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2023

The 27-month design-build project encompassed both the design and construction of the reimagined concourse, with a widened corridor, raised ceiling heights, upgraded lighting and wayfinding, new digital information screens, improved mechanical and electrical systems, and new architectural finishes, among other station enhancements.

Fire Protection Systems 97

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Electrical Systems Building Design 97

Natural Building

MAY 22, 2020

He created a system he describes as a “rock store” containing tonnes of river stones placed under and around the building as both insulation and a heat trap. Day to day, we don’t need to heat the dome at all, so our electricity requirements are extremely minimal.” It’s a unique way of building and has very low material costs.”.

Energy Conservation 98

Energy Conservation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency Ceiling Systems 98

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Getting to the structure is not always easy and may mean removing existing ceilings and wall finishes long before the general demolition begins. Issue 3: Structural design for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing Coordinate with the structural engineering team as you plan unit layouts, plumbing, and HVAC.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Installed model and features of each system. Provide instructions stating when the systems should be retested. Repair requirements must inform operators how to check out, troubleshoot, repair, and replace components of the system. Include warranty information for primary components of the system.

Maintenance 90

Maintenance Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Warranty 90

Natural Building

OCTOBER 8, 2019

This Colorado home features radiant floors, greenhouse, garage with finished space above and solar electricity. lodge features a classic, floor-to-ceiling granite fireplace, open great room, cathedral ceilings and fir siding and log work that was milled on site. Adirondack-style,1,700 sq.

Ceiling Systems 63

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Electrical Systems Painting/finishing 63

Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Construction of wall, floor, and roof systems offsite has multiple advantages, including compressing the project schedules, reducing site labor and waste, improving consistency and quality control, and increasing safety for workers. All finishes may be applied in the shop, including sheathing, insulation, barrier system, and final painting.

Wall Systems 95

Wall Systems Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 95

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. Buildings with high thermal mass can passively cool and heat interior spaces, reducing the strain on mechanical HVAC systems and, in turn, decreasing energy consumption (Figure 1, page 10).

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2022

When integrating lighting into standard ceiling solutions, such as grid, drywall, and open-to-structure ceilings, traditional luminaire form factors, including troffers, downlights, recessed linear, and suspended products, are common and relatively straightforward to integrate. Background.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Structural Systems Controls Manufacturing Real Estate Development 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2023

Miller, CDT A suspended (drop-in) luminous grid ceiling is a multi-functional architectural element that forms a major decorative surface. In the middle of the 20 th century, the ceiling itself started to be used as a source of illumination. If drop-out panels are used, even fire suppression sprinkler systems can be removed from view.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC Systems Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems 52

BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

Microgrid electrical systems This free-standing, backup power source will become increasingly attractive to healthcare organizations and owners of other building types that require uninterrupted 24/7 power. Brian Leavitt, Director of Electrical Engineering 6. Mike Zorich, Vice President of Healthcare 5.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

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

BDC Network

JULY 18, 2024

What was once innovative—design to reduce the energy load, then design to recover as much of the thermal energy as possible, and right size efficient systems—is now a standard approach. But the electricity we access from the grid is only as clean as the fuel source for that electricity. Year-round 100% outdoor air capability.

Electrical Systems 59

Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Design 59

Alberta Construction

MARCH 2, 2023

This year’s version has several scope revisions including: Food Service Equipment Mechanical – Prime Mechanical Electrical – Major reorganization throughout all disciplines Landscaping Added Minor Revisions to the following: Entrances, Storefronts and Windows Curtain Wall and Glazed Assemblies Glass and Glazing Gypsum Board and Light Gauge Metal Framing (..)

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems Landscaping 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Gone are the days of rectilinear schools being constructed with ceiling to floor unfiltered glass or light-defying structures heavy on brick and mortar. The most influential report came from a study by the Heschong Mahone Group for Pacific Gas & Electric Company in 1999. According to the U.S.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Building Design Electrical Systems 111

CCR Magazine

JULY 22, 2023

Key Summary Radiant heating, working like the sun's warmth, uses floors, walls, or ceilings to evenly distribute heat, providing comfort and energy efficiency. Radiant heating systems come in electric or hydronic forms, with the latter being a suitable primary heat source for an entire home.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 52

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

Information of Water Leakage from Ceiling. In this article, we will be going to see the water leakage from the ceiling and how you can stop water leakage from the ceiling. What Is Water Leakage from Ceiling? When the water gets percolates from the ceiling area of the roof is known as ceiling water leakage.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Waterproofing Systems Piping Installation 52

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone. This project is proof that standard systems strategically designed for optimal outcomes can lead to remarkable results,” adds Matt Bartels , CannonDesign’s Principal in Charge and Project Manager for the project.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems 72

The MCP Group

APRIL 19, 2024

Location Emporia, Kansas Plans ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center Combined Plans Specifications 014518 Specification Vol 1 014518 Specification Vol 2 General Information Bid Invitation ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Wall Systems HVAC Systems 40

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2024

This includes checking for cracks in walls, floors, or ceilings, which could indicate underlying structural issues. Additionally, the surveyor will check the electrical installations, plumbing, and heating systems to ensure they are in good working order and meet current safety standards.

Surveying 62

Surveying Plumbing Systems Structural Systems Roofing Systems 62

Commercial Construction Blog

APRIL 20, 2017

As a result, most waste haulers have implemented systems to help contractors comply with that requirement – and made recycling on job sites standard operating procedure. This is due to standards set by municipalities, which now require contractors to recycle debris. Repurpose and Reuse.

Green Building 91

Green Building Building Materials Building Standards HVAC System Installation 91

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

IFS designed and installed the heating and cooling, fire protection and plumbing systems to serve the new uses of the 34,000-square-foot mixed-use building including more than 6,000 square feet of commercial office space, 6,700 square feet of retail space on the first floor and lower level and 21 apartment units on the upper four floors. .”

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection Systems Piping Installation 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

In addition, daylighting systems should be considered to help in the uptake of natural light instead of relying heavily on artificial lighting systems. HVAC Optimization Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems utilize a lot of power.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems 52