UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

For one, with aging Baby Boomers spurring more demand than ever for quality senior living options, property owners and managers are undertaking construction projects to improve senior communities to match the bar set by new players entering the market. What’s driving the uptick in renovation and remodeling activity in this sector?

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Cavanaugh and Michael “Mick” Dunn Photo courtesy Armstrong World Industries Today’s facility owners and managers face more intense demands than ever , driven by challenges such as tighter budgets, compressed timelines, and the need to create and maintain spaces that attract the right customers while promoting greater employee productivity.

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Commercial Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2018

But since 75 Rockefeller Plaza’s façade, storefront windows and original glazing system are all protected by the building’s landmark status , we couldn’t touch them. Another beautiful finish you can see in this photo that significantly impacted our construction scheduling is the poured terrazzo flooring, which runs through the entire store.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2023

Temporary Suspended Ceilings are in great demand in cities across the world as the metropolitan population increases by the day leading to a meteoric rise in construction. Construction work generates potential contaminants such as ceiling dust, debris, dirt, metal shavings, and shards of roof decks that can fall inside.

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BDC Network

MAY 6, 2024

Biophilic design reduces stress in high-traffic areas Individuals who live and work in urban areas are subject to a variety of external stressors such as crowded environments, packed schedules and excessive stimuli. Cordilleras Health System Replacement project, Redwood City, Calif. Skanska’s office, Portland, Ore.

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OmTrak

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

While it may be tempting to assume that sharing Safety in Design reports and risk assessments with the client’s project manager fulfils these requirements, the next Clause 5 of the WHS Act introduces another crucial obligation. However, this report was merely handed over to the client’s project manager and filed away.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

the innovative world leader in claddings, air barriers, coatings, and restoration systems, has broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in Muncipio de Dalina, Victoria, Nuevo Leon. Located just minutes outside Monterrey, Mexico, the new facility is scheduled for completion in June 2025.

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Stok

JANUARY 22, 2019

An IDP Charrette is a facilitated early-stage discussion between all project stakeholders – from the full project team to community stakeholders, facilities managers, and the decision-maker – around what the project aims to accomplish and what synergies between project stages and systems are possible to achieve.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

If you own or manage a property, its critical to know the warning signs of asbestos so you can take action before anyone is exposed to its harmful fibers. Spray-On Ceiling Textures (Popcorn Ceilings) Popcorn ceilings were popular in mid-20th-century buildings and often contained asbestos to improve fire resistance and soundproofing.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. In residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, these systems regulate temperature and provide ventilation and air movement.

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BDC Network

APRIL 13, 2023

James Krueger, AIA, NCARB, Design Principal Education Facilities K-12 Schools School Construction Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Facility Managers Architects Building Owners PreK–12 education has become far more sophisticated over the years, and school design must continually evolve to keep up with current and future needs.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These properties, typically known as smart buildings, use advanced technologies to manage assets, resources, and services to benefit the property owner, building employees, and customers. Why Adopt Advanced Technologies in Facilities Management? How Is Robotic Process Automation Used In Facilities Management?

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2024

Whether you’re a weekend warrior with a penchant for biking and hiking or a family that treasures its outdoor time, having a system to organize and protect your gear is essential. Ensure that the wall system you choose can handle the weight of your bike, and place a small mat beneath the bikes to catch any dirt or debris that may fall.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As the Middle Tennessee’s first full-service hotel built in nearly a decade, the eight-story, 244-room Hilton Franklin Cool Springs offers one of the only roof-level patios in town plus a stylish lobby and contemporary guest rooms with Tubelite thermal entrance systems and floor-to-ceiling window wall.

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Granger Construction

JULY 7, 2023

Major partners on this project included McLaren Health Care (Owner); McLaren Greater Lansing (Owner); Kramer Management Group (Owner’s Representative); SmithGroup (Architect/Engineer); and Granger Construction Company (Construction Management Firm). Photo credit to Jason Keen. Photo credit to Jason Keen.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Between managing employees, maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring smooth daily operations, theres always something demanding your attention. Left unchecked, these can lead to: Higher Energy Bills Poor insulation and ventilation forcing your HVAC system to work harder. The post Own a Business?

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

As a commercial property owner, managing your buildings plumbing system is crucial to ensuring smooth daily operations. Regular Maintenance is Key Plumbing systems in commercial properties are often more complex than residential buildings, as they handle higher water usage and cater to more people.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

For optimal performance, consider scheduling a professional service to check the refrigerant levels and mechanical components. Upgrade or Repair Air Conditioning For those who have older air conditioning systems, upgrading to a more energy-efficient model can provide both cost savings and improved cooling.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

The process is strategic and advantageous, offering cost efficiencies, environmental benefits through waste management and recycling, and ensures safe disposal of hazardous materials like asbestos and lead-based paints. Comprehensive reports are provided by these teams to identify and manage the presence of lead prior to demolition.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 18, 2012

Moving Ceiling Grid Pattern. He wrote: "When you tab through to the ceiling grid while in the move command, look near the top (meaning Options Bar) at the "disjoin" check box. The next time you go to move the ceiling grid the box should be unchecked!". Labels: Ceilings , Dept. Moving Ceiling Grid Pattern.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 4, 2023

Additionally, installing motion sensors or automated lighting systems ensures lights are only in use when necessary, further reducing energy consumption. Find An Efficient HVAC Solution Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (or HVAC systems for short) are crucial to maintaining comfort during the hot summer months.

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Granger Construction

MARCH 6, 2023

Green , Tri-County Electric, Acoustic Ceiling and Partition and National Specialty Contractors. It evolved into 27 phases and the team managed concurrent work in 25-30 locations, maintained two shifts and weekend work and started at 4 A.M. with many trades throughout the duration of the project to maintain the original schedule.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Fact: According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause over $5 billion in property damage annually in the United States alone. High-Efficiency HVAC Systems Invest in a high-efficiency heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Install access panels for plumbing and electrical systems.

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Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Think about a stereotypical “bingo hall”-style common room, complete with stark walls, unappealing ceiling tiles, bare floors, fluorescent lighting, and a hodgepodge of mismatched furniture. Alternatively, projects that entail moving walls or installing new mechanical systems are a little more involved.

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 25, 2012

Delete Sheets In Browser or Schedules. Rooms and areas can be deleted in model views like floor plans and ceiling plans. Revit warns us that they have been deleted from the model but they are still listed in schedules. To really delete them we have to open a schedule view and delete them there. Wednesday, April 25, 2012.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Ah, plumbing – that intricate and vital system of interconnected pipes, valves, and fixtures, functioning as the lifeblood of our businesses, ensuring the seamless flow of water and waste. But fret not, valiant business owner or astute manager! Well, ideally, that is!

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Working within the existing building, Newman’s design team was challenged to accommodate mechanical systems in the ceiling cavity while maintaining a generous floor to ceiling height; an upgrade to a more premium system provided a dual benefit of meeting program requirements and improving energy performance and indoor air quality.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2024

Left unaddressed, this moisture can migrate into various areas of the structure, including into the roofing system, leaving materials wet and deteriorating. Controlling construction-generated moisture Commercially available high-volume ventilation systems can be especially helpful when used during construction.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 6, 2012

For readers that are already familiar with the Point Known PKNail site measuring system it appears to be similar, at least in concept. Comments: Comments are moderated to manage spamming. Panel Schedule and Load Calculation Addition. Moving Ceiling Grid Pattern. I received an email yesterday letting me know about YUZU.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

To invite tenders and to plan contracts and manage the expenditure during implementation, an estimation is also mandatory. These prices can be derived from the rate book’s PWD schedule or the rates can be figured out using the “analysis of rate method”, method. schedule, timeline, etc.) Abstract of the Estimated Cost. #a.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 5, 2012

It offers a Curtain Grid Manager that controls both panels and grids now, offers a preview of the system as well as helping to distinguish between vertical and horizontal orientations. Comments: Comments are moderated to manage spamming. Panel Schedule and Load Calculation Addition. Moving Ceiling Grid Pattern.

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Ceiling Systems Architecture Schedule Management Wall Systems 63

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

When managing an office buildingwhether for purchase, renovation , expansion, or complianceaccuracy is everything. Misjudging ceiling heights, wall thickness, or structural reinforcements can lead to costly modifications mid-project. This can disrupt business operations, delaying office occupancy and impacting overall productivity.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Damp and rot prevention requires a multi-layered approach, incorporating proper drainage, ventilation systems, and moisture barriers during construction phases. The post Essential Guide: Damp Proofing & Rot Prevention in Modern Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

They also manage payroll logistics, so you maintain a steady pipeline of qualified professionals ready for field assignments. Low-voltage systems can still achieve performance by increasing current. Ask for references on tasks and verify licensing before scheduling work. Contracting agencies can handle most screening tasks.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 20, 2012

Improves stability when splitting pipes which belong to different systems. Improves consistency of unit formatting within Panel Schedules. Improves consistency of adding circuits to equipment that are connected to a pipe or duct system. Comments: Comments are moderated to manage spamming. Moving Ceiling Grid Pattern.

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 19, 2012

System families have a Function setting. Thats true for Walls, Floor, Roofs and Ceilings. Comments: Comments are moderated to manage spamming. Delete Sheets In Browser or Schedules. I am the forum manager for the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) Revit Community, have been from the beginning. Egress Paths.

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