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Construction Enquirer
JUNE 9, 2023
Mechanical and electrical building services provider J S Wright has secured a deal worth more than £2.5m The company will design and install a gas-fired combined heat and power (CHP) boiler plant with connecting pipework that will deliver low-pressure hot water (LPHW) via distribution pipework to all the apartments at Thames View House.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs. Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase.
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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros
Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Regular maintenance can significantly reduce the risk of costly repairs and unexpected breakdowns. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. Electrical and Plumbing Systems Review Maintaining a high-rise’s internal systems is essential.
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UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The post The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire safety within buildings is a critical concern that demands meticulous attention and proactive measures.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 25, 2024
A commercial building’s electrical system is its lifeblood. Strategic planning is crucial for smoothly renovating commercial electrical infrastructure. This article dives into the vital strategies for upgrading electrical infrastructure in commercial buildings. Electrical engineers are invaluable here.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.
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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.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2024
IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 Image Courtesy of Advantes Group IFS also provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $14 million Greeley Lofts renovation. million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Validate newly installed systems: Ensure new installations deliver their promised thermal protection. Inspecting Electrical Systems Your thermal imaging equipment becomes crucial for inspecting electrical systems on construction sites. This makes it easier to detect potential fire risks.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
In a world where renewable energy solutions are at the peak of their popularity, many homeowners invest in these systems as alternatives to depending on the grid. Besides the comfort of keeping the lights on, there are other benefits one could gain from installing a battery backup.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Preventative maintenance is critical to facilities occupant health and safety, as well as meeting an organization’s fiduciary responsibilities. How do your preventative and routine facilities maintenance checklists and procedures compare to the following? De-energize, lock out, and tag electrical circuits.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Is your day filled with unexpected maintenance issues that drain your time and resources? A robust facility maintenance schedule can be your ticket to more efficient operations and cost savings. Start by listing all the essential maintenance tasks for your facility. You’re not alone.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
For many homeowners, a reliable heating system is essential for comfort and security, particularly in colder months. While upgrading to a new heating system might seem like a major expense, the benefits often outweigh the initial investment. This feature helps reduce energy waste by adjusting heat output based on household routines.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
However, one aspect that should never be overlooked is fire safety, particularly in the kitchen. Kitchen fires can be devastating, but with the right precautions, such as a kitchen hood fire suppression system, we can significantly reduce the risks.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 5, 2017
operations and record keeping, trash-recycle removal, security services, service contracts, utility charges (electric, gas/oil, water), insurance (fire, liability, operating equipment) and taxes. Operational activities may involve some routine maintenance and minor repair work that are incidental to.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 25, 2024
and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 31, 2024
Water Heaters and Boilers Like many gas appliances, there are electric options if you prefer. The benefits of a gas dryer is that clothes will usually dry faster and you’ll have less static cling to deal with than if you were using an electric model. What’s Better, Gas or Electric? Great to have in your garden.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Switchgear testing or evaluations are critical in ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems. That said, all sectors must have reliable electricity installations. A switchgear combines electrical disconnect switches, circuit breakers, and fuses to protect and control electrical equipment.
Contractors Liability Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Denver’s special licensing system shows the city’s dedication to keeping high standards. Specialty Contractor License If your business focuses on a specific trade like plumbing, electrical, or HVAC, you’ll need a Specialty Contractor License. It makes contractors meet certain qualifications to work.
Contractors Liability Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Introduction: The Importance of Specialty Licenses In Nevada, skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are critical to the construction industry and require specific licenses. Sheet Metal: Training in sheet metal work for HVAC, including duct fabrication and installation.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. HVAC Systems HVAC systems , which stand for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, are integral to maintaining a comfortable environment in homes and buildings. For such substantial change, in-depth knowledge is required.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Proactive solutions are essential to protect investments, whether you own an apartment, shopping center, warehouse, office space, or multifamily property. Structural upgrades and maintenance can strengthen your property against climate risks. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.
Plant & Civil Engineer
MARCH 4, 2024
They are maintenance-free for their entire service life, greatly reducing servicing costs. The scissor lifts meet a wide range of needs: industrial maintenance and finishing work (electrical, plumbing, installation of fire protection systems, etc.).
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CCR Magazine
AUGUST 26, 2024
It protects you from the elements, keeps your family safe and dry, and plays a big role in your home’s energy efficiency. A good roof system has several important parts working together: Roof Covering This is the outer layer you can see from the ground. The covering sheds water and protects the layers underneath.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
Keeping up with routine home maintenance isn’t just about fixing problems as they arise; it’s about preventing them in the first place. In communities like Parrish, where residents take pride in their homes, consistent maintenance can boost the overall appeal of the neighborhood.
Contractors Liability Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Introduction: The Importance of Specialty Licenses In Nevada, specialty trades such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are critical to the construction industry and require specific licensing. HVAC Contractors: HVAC contractors, who work with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, must also obtain a license.
CCR Magazine
MAY 5, 2024
PGCPS is the first jurisdiction in the nation to use a Public Private Partnership design, build, finance and maintenance model to bundle the construction and maintenance of a group of public schools. The Blueprint Schools program is a model for school systems across this nation. Green Building Council’s LEED® Silver standards.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 18, 2024
Upgrading heating and cooling systems ensures a consistent, comfortable indoor climate regardless of external weather conditions. Regular updates and maintenance can keep the property in line with current market trends and prevent the depreciation that comes with aging and outdated features.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Joshua Crawford Engineers Facility Managers Building Technology Energy As renewable energy sources continue to dramatically influence the electric grid, energy storage is playing a pivotal role in achieving grid resiliency. To maintain facility capacity, more energy storage needs to be installed through a process called augmentation.
West Shore Construction
JANUARY 17, 2023
If you want to get the most out of your renovation, USA Today suggests considering the following improvements : Replace the tub Install natural stone kitchen countertops Replace siding and garage doors You Need a Place to Store Your Stuff Before contractors can start demolition, you need to clear out the room.
CK Power
APRIL 17, 2018
National Fire Protection Association standard 110 —the standard for emergency and standby power systems— outlines requirements for the installation and performance of backup power systems in emergency and legally required applications, where an outage would pose a life safety risk.
Commercial Construction Blog
JULY 16, 2019
What modifications or updates need to be made to building systems? Most adaptive use projects will require at least some updates to building systems because you are starting with an older property. Or, there may have been code changes since the property was originally built, requiring updates in mechanicals or building systems.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 25, 2023
A sustainable industrial facility helps protect the environment while enhancing your brand image and resulting in significant cost savings. Waste Management : Consider incorporating a smart waste management system that not only reduces, recycles, and reuses waste but also uses technology to monitor and manage waste effectively.
Construction Marketing
JULY 6, 2022
This creates a wall system of unrivaled energy efficiency, comfort, noise reduction, and strength. Additionally, ICF walls are highly fire and wind-resistant and easy to install. ICF buildings have an over 100 years lifespan and require minimal maintenance because the foam doesn’t degrade. Finishing an ICF home.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
It has a higher heat threshold and requires less maintenance than wood. Fibrex windows are slightly more expensive than vinyl, but a large chunk of that is installation. Hiring local contractors to install them can save a lot of that cost. It will also provide UV light protection.
CK Power
APRIL 17, 2018
Split up into eight chapters and three annexes, the 2016 edition of NFPA 110 is intended to codify the performance —in installation, maintenance, operation and testing— of emergency and standby power systems. In this overview, we’ll address what NFPA 110 is, and how emergency power systems are classified throughout the standard.
CK Power
NOVEMBER 12, 2018
And in 2016, we were awarded the contract for its standby power system. And our team worked tirelessly to design and deliver a standby system that not only achieved regulatory compliance, but would also reliably serve the occupants of this critical care facility for years to come. 367 L (97 gall) radiator system. 2057 mm (81 in.)
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Regular maintenance also lowers energy bills, improves indoor air quality, and extends the furnace’s lifespan. Why Furnace Maintenance is Important Your furnace works hard to keep your home comfortable during the winter, and like any other machine, it needs regular maintenance to perform its best.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Metal Barns – Used on farms for protecting animals, hay, and equipment. Benefits of Metal Buildings Several factors contribute to the increasing popularity of metal buildings & garages across various sectors: Durability – Withstands damage from fire, animals, snow, wind, and earthquakes extremely well.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Shawn Brennan, Continental Electrical Construction Company. Matt Allread, Gaylor Electric, Inc. Brian Harlow, Interstate Electrical Services . Corey Coleman, Piquette & Howard Electric Service, LLC. Construction Technologist, Continental Electrical Construction Company. Siddharth Kothari, Clayco Inc.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 13, 2023
Prefabricated plenums can be installed on-site in less than a week, reducing onsite labor by 50% and eliminating the need to have people working at high heights over a sustained period. Prefabricating much of a data center’s MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) infrastructure has been another huge win.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 7, 2020
Joints are also used for multiple pipe connections and are an important component of the plumbing system. Installation of threaded joint id easy but good maintenance required. It is one of the most common methods of joining pipes used in large infrastructure like a commercial, institutional and industrial systems.
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CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Ignite Safety: Essential Fire Safety Equipment for Your Workplace Fire Extinguishers Fire extinguishers are like the superheroes of fire safety – ready to leap into action at the first sign of a blaze. But here’s the kicker: not all fires are the same, and neither are fire extinguishers.
Construction Daily News
MAY 24, 2023
A transformer box plays a crucial role in city infrastructures, stepping down high-voltage electricity to a lower voltage to safely power homes. What to Consider Before Hiding the Transformer Box Before you install a fence or plant a garden, there are a few things to keep in mind: 1.
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