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What the Building Quality Assurance Act means for Dutch construction – and how to prepare

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Building Quality Assurance Act, Wet Kwaliteitsborging voor het Bouwen , is set to be introduced in mid 2023 and will radically change the building system regulations for the Dutch built environment. The new legislation will impact many stakeholders from construction businesses and municipalities to building owners and consumers.

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5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects

BDC Network

It offers significant environmental benefits because of its reduced carbon footprint, and its biophilic design elements which bring a natural, warm aesthetic that can support cognitive performance, physical health, and psychological well-being.

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High-Rise Maintenance: Innovative Solutions for Building Care

CCR Magazine

You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs. Surprisingly, many of these solutions are designed to be cost-effective, aiming to reduce expenses in the long run. By adopting these modern techniques, you not only improve the quality of maintenance but also potentially save money.

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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

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Remote Work’s Impact on Sustainable Commercial Maintenance

CCR Magazine

As businesses adapt to the changing work environment, the need for sustainable and cost-effective solutions for maintaining clean and healthy workspaces has become more critical than ever. This article explores the impact of remote work on commercial space maintenance, which now requires a dynamic and adaptive approach.

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Protecting Lone Workers: Guide to Wearable Safety Devices

CCR Magazine

Environmental Hazards —Inhaling toxic fumes, oxygen depletion, and extreme heat/cold also endanger lone individuals absent alarms detecting atmospheric changes. Psychological Stress – Social isolation and internalizing emotional trauma long-term working solo manifest unhealthy impacts without support.

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Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? System Performance Depends on It

The Pro Builder

They see a reduction in utility costs because they’ve installed a more efficient system,” he says, “but it’s not the reduction it should have been.” Because these monitors were so expensive, Yuill and his students built them in his lab; over time, they have been able to refine the monitors and cut the cost by half. and San Antonio.