Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By Gary Madaras Suspended acoustic ceilings are mainstream inside many types of buildings and can serve four main sound-related roles. Second, if the partitions between rooms do not extend full height, ceilings can be combined with lightweight plenum barriers to provide privacy from adjacent rooms on the same floor (B in Figure 1).

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BDC Network

MAY 11, 2023

Eric Corey Freed University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Laboratories Modular Building Architects Adaptive Reuse Energy-Efficient Design Reconstruction & Renovation Resiliency Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction If someone asked you how your marriage was and you said “sustainable,” would you be proud of that answer?

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Titus , a world leader in air distribution, has launched the Nexus OR (Operating Room) Suite , an all-in-one OR system that delivers clean air and high-quality lighting, while maximizing space and performance in hospital operating rooms. Surgical teams will appreciate improved visibility thanks to direct, high-output LED lighting.”

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Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Panelized construction, although used for decades, has reached a new level of sophistication and use in recent years. To clarify, panelization is not modular construction. With the latter, entire sections of the building are constructed and finished, all the way down to the carpet, tile, vanities, and toilet paper holders.

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BDC Network

MAY 11, 2023

Eric Corey Feed University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Laboratories Modular Building Architects Adaptive Reuse Energy-Efficient Design Reconstruction & Renovation Resiliency Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction If someone asked you how your marriage was and you said “sustainable,” would you be proud of that answer?

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Building Materials Building Design Building Resilience Modular Construction 98

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. Every two out of three modules of the unitized aluminum system are fully glazed; the third module is opaque.

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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. Geospatial data analysis Geographic information systems (GIS), subsurface utility engineering (S.U.E.),

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

Unlike conventional high-rise buildings that rely on columns organized along modular grid lines, the tower utilizes a network of curvilinear bands emanating from multiple geometric center points to provide support. In addition, a mezzanine is suspended from the ceiling above the 7.32-m High-performance mechanical systems.

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Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The post Effective Strategies for B2B Warehousing and Storage Efficiency appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Selecting the Right Storage Systems Choosing the appropriate storage systems is a pivotal decision. Shelving Units: These are modular and adjustable, allowing for customization as per your inventory.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

The post 7 Innovative Sustainable Building Materials Shaping the Future of Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainability is arguably the most important consideration in the modern construction landscape. Keep reading for a look at 7 sustainable building materials shaping the future of construction.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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. Mezzanine platforms offer a budget-friendly route to add substantial square footage in already constructed facilities to accommodate inventory growth.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Real-time data collection and monitoring systems such as AI (Artificial Intelligence), RPA (Robotic Process Automation), and AR (Augmented Reality) are here to stay. Artificial Intelligence Integration in Building Controls Most commercial AI systems aim to teach an algorithm how to perform a specific task or process.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2023

A key component of the expansion is the construction of a new, seismically isolated roof structure over the central area of the airport. Depending on the type of panel, each was launched, rolled into place, set directly with self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs), or lifted with a crane into its final position.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2023

A key component of the expansion is the construction of a new, seismically isolated roof structure over the central area of the airport. Depending on the type of panel, each was launched, rolled into place, set directly with self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs), or lifted with a crane into its final position.

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Lifts Heavy Lifting Transportation Roofing Systems Ceiling Systems 52

Natural Building

JULY 20, 2022

One benefit is that residents will find themselves surrounded by wood ceilings and floors that offer a connection to nature and makes a difference in how they feel. Besides the reduced carbon footprint, there is less construction waste and reduced emissions at construction sites.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Monolithic Definition: Monolithic construction is a process where, using a homogeneous mixture , a building is monolithically constructed. The on-site process by using specially made, easier to operate modular formwork made of aluminum, plastic composite with less manpower and machinery effort. Speed of Construction.

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BDC Network

JULY 18, 2024

Tariq Amlani, Cyrus Jeejeebhoy, and Elmira Reisi Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Engineers Energy Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction There’s a new conversation happening in healthcare today. Back-up power systems to handle 100% of the heating and cooling loads. And that requires power.

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Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Design 59

CivilJungle

JANUARY 28, 2021

The absorbent materials are used in cavity wall construction to that draw out the rainwater and consist of humidity in the wall. The weep hole is constructed above the window or base the wall to draw out the rainwater. Another system of the cavity is to drain water through the weep holes lies above the window or base of the wall.

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Top trends in the construction industry 2020 How will the construction industry develop in 2020? We have studied and evaluated numerous sources – discover with us the most important trends and developments in the construction industry in 2020. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 23, 2024

Easy-to-clean surfaces and better air quality systems can make a big difference. Choose modular storage. Ceiling heights also matter; they influence the sense of space and are crucial for future mods like lofts. Using advanced construction methods helps ensure flexibility for later changes. Career changes?

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Skirting is constructed in almost every residential building, commercial building, industrial building, etc. In the construction of skirting, there are many different materials are available in the market; generally wooden skirting, metal skirting, pencil skirting, etc is widely used for skirting purpose. Related Article.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 5, 2021

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. 19 Different types of slabs in construction are as follows. To supply plain ceiling surface giving preferable diffusion of sunlight. Less construction time is required.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2023

Stephen Blair, PE, LEED AP Laboratories Designers Coronavirus Energy-Efficient Design Green Specifications Sustainable Design and Construction Research spaces can play a large part in super-charging the scientific method and making this process easier and more optimized to drive innovations forward.

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UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

The post Read the Latest News on Crumbling Concrete Schools, “Customization Culture” of Building Hinders Digital Maturity, UK Construction Growth Decelerates Due to Housing Market Turmoil and Weak Demand, and Renewable Energy and Low-impact Materials Make Construction Greener appeared first on UK Construction Blog. RAAC, what?

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CCR Magazine

JULY 10, 2024

The yard’s 2,300-square foot partial green roof tray system, which was supplied by Columbia Green Technologies, was delivered as a modular pre-grown tray system and includes active and passive landscaping sections, making this space a green oasis. All the rooms feature quality materials and durable fixtures.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The plastering ratio which is recommended for the plastering of the plane surface , the rough surface of the brick wall , and the rough surface of the concrete walls and ceilings are 1:6, 1:4 and 1:5, and 1:3 are used respectively. The size of the modular brick is 190 x 90 x 90 mm. For External Plaster and for ceiling plaster.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Preliminary Construction Schedule. There are 49 Divisions.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Preliminary Construction Schedule. There are 49 Divisions.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

via Four BT, LLC – 4BT enables owners to consistently deliver quality facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. Ladder constructed according to OSHA/ANSI standards. Ladder constructed according to OSHA/ANSI standards. ARCS-BAR-01-06M Frequency: Semi-annually.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 28, 2022

There are several construction events across North America throughout the month of April. If you’d like to get a look ahead at all the biggest conferences this year, we recommend scrolling through our list of top construction events in 2022. April 2022 Construction Webinars. April 2022 Construction Events.

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