Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

To better protect our drinking water systems, utilities are increasingly investing in tools and strategies that improve resiliency by safeguarding infrastructure assets and protecting access to clean water. Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Historic Preservation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

To better protect our drinking water systems, utilities are increasingly investing in tools and strategies that improve resiliency by safeguarding infrastructure assets and protecting access to clean water. This also can speed up the process of requesting FEMA and other emergency public funding.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Historic Preservation 130

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The post Breathing New Life into Historic Buildings: The Art and Science of Restoration appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Historical renovation projects require a delicate balance of preservation and adaptation. Extensive Research Guides the Project A successful historic renovation starts with in-depth research.

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Historic Preservation Fire Protection Systems Structural Systems HVAC Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

We’re going to unravel some intricacies of the process that’s designed to ensure the coexistence of solar energy development with responsible environmental preservation. Depending on the site, this process often commonly includes ecological surveys, soil assessments, cultural and historic resources evaluations, and endangered species.

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Likewise, similar opportunities exist within the production of steel members, which are fabricated using either a Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) or an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF). In this pursuit, STV recently designated four pilot projects, each designed with several variations of primary materials and structural systems.

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cnstrctr

DECEMBER 10, 2019

A heritage building is any structure of sufficient age that it retains some historical value within the city. A heritage building doesn’t need to be 100 years old, but it should have some form of historical value. Buildings as recent as the 70s, 80s and 90s can have historical value and can be considered heritage.

Historic Preservation 88

Historic Preservation Building Permits Project Management Consulting Building Design 88

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.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Retrofitting buildings for sustainability improves efficiency, significantly lowering electricity expenses. If a building already has a generator and other functional electrical equipment on-site, it’s often worth retrofitting or reusing it rather than replacing it. Making updates to homes and buildings can help.

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 64

UK Construction Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Some may be relatively well-preserved, requiring only minimal work to restore, while others might be severely neglected, presenting a multitude of challenges for potential buyers. Estimating Renovation Costs Estimating renovation costs includes tasks like structural repairs, plumbing upgrades, and electrical overhauls.

Property Management 104

Property Management Plumbing Systems Historic Preservation Structural Systems 104

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. s Court Square neighborhood and setting the stage for the city’s long-term economic growth.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. The soft stripping does not stop at visible fixtures. It extends deeper into the building’s infrastructure.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 64

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.

Fire Protection System Installation 64

Fire Protection System Installation Historic Preservation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection Systems 64

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

JLL announced today that Tuskegee University , a private, historically black land grant university, has selected it to provide integrated facilities management (IFM) services for its 5,000-acre campus in Tuskegee, Alabama. Tuskegee University is the only Historically Black College and University (HBCU) designated a National Historic Site.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Real Estate Development Historic Preservation Facility Management 52

CCR Magazine

MAY 11, 2024

million plan, developed by Mark Stoner, AIA, Senior Director of Preservation Architecture | Graham Gund Architect, and executed by general contractor, Hobbs, Inc., The restoration of The Brick House, as part of this National Historic Landmark has been completed in time for the 75th anniversary of The Glass House. The comprehensive $1.8

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Steel Fabrication Electrical Wiring Installation Site Planning 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2024

WinnCompanies, an award-winning national owner, developer, and manager of high-impact apartment communities, this week joined with federal, state and local officials to open one of the first all-electric mixed-income multifamily properties in Massachusetts, cutting the ribbon on a $39.2 million in financing, including a $20.4

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Renewable Energy Systems Project Management Consulting Energy Efficiency 52

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.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. Improved air quality is achieved through advanced HVAC systems and the use of non-toxic materials.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Historical Evolution of Rooflights and Lanterns The usage of rooflights and lanterns goes back to the earliest civilizations, when they were mostly used for monumental and religious buildings. Energies Efficiency : Decreasing the dependence on electrical lighting, rooflights and lanterns help to improve the efficiency of energy in structures.

Architecture 64

Architecture Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems 64

The Korte Company

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

They offer 45,000 items in circulation, from books to astronomy equipment to musical instruments, plus an additional 9 million more through the Illinois Heartland Library System and 75,000 digital downloadable items. The HVAC system needed attention. Renovations of historic structures are familiar territory for The Korte Company.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Public Works Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Since these properties are never designated as historic buildings, no special restrictions apply to modifications, and they don’t have to preserve facades (although occasionally, some are within shopping centers with rigorous covenants, conditions, and restrictions, including façade requirements.) And with good reason.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

ENR Construction

AUGUST 16, 2012

Historical Indices. After scanning a permits QR code, users are brought to a mobile version of the department’s buildings information system, which provides permit, complaint and violation history for every building in the city. of Environmental Protection, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, City Planning and the Dept.

Building Permits 73

Building Permits Building Codes Permits Site Planning 73

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The assessment should examine various aspects of the project including the location, historical weather conditions, risk of natural disaster, potential hazards in the region, and the expertise of the workforce that will be involved in constructing, operating and maintaining the project. Alternatively, it could be situation specific.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Fire Protection Systems Land Use Regulations Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 52

Commercial Construction Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Instead of demolishing old buildings, many commercial remodels focus on the adaptive reuse of historic or outdated structures. This approach preserves cultural heritage while modernizing spaces for current use. Adaptive reuse is another popular trend.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Cost Control Building Materials Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

Watch what they have to say: AR and Drone's Impact on the Industry Kelly Barber Division Chief, Systems Management, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation "Some of the biggest construction trends and innovations that we are starting to explore are the use of AR and drones. Prefabricated construction again could help ease labor shortages.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Project Management 137

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

GSA is ahead of schedule in reducing its potable water and electricity use. performance building rating system in the United States. Alliance Environmental & Natural Systems Utilities, LLC. Alternative Energy Systems. Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems. Living Machine Systems, L3C.

Environmental Consulting 55

Environmental Consulting Green Building Project Management Consulting Renewable Energy Systems 55

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Electrical Resistivity Investigations Information. 01 51 13 Temporary Electricity.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. Electrical Resistivity Investigations Information. 01 51 13 Temporary Electricity.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Natural Building

OCTOBER 23, 2011

Community Owned Solar Electricity. This year the surprise came from Norway where historical adobe homes are located near Oslo. There is also The American Society for Testing Materials ASTM E2392, Standard Guide for Design of Earthen Wall Building Systems. Earthbag Building Guide. Adobe Homes for All Climates: a Review.

Green Building 40

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing 40

Business Facilities

AUGUST 30, 2017

Downtown Arts & Entertainment District: Rochester became a National Main Street Community in 2006, gaining approval from the National Trust for Historic Preservation for their strategic plan and achieving non-profit organization status. In May, General Electric broke ground on its new corporate headquarters in Boston.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Real Estate Development Zoning Building Products Distribution 52

BDC Network

JUNE 28, 2023

A residential building also requires bathrooms, kitchens, and thermostats in each unit—all of which demand a massive overhaul to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. There were few interventions to the exterior of One City in the historic Philadelphia building’s conversion to residential.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Zoning Ceiling Systems Building Design 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

Consider sustainable oak sources to ensure durability and environmental preservation. Thermal Efficiency and Insulation Thermal efficiency in oak conservatories primarily hinges on the choice of glazing and the heating system. Every conservatory must also adhere to building regulations, which dictate the standards for construction.

Safety Regulations 64

Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2014

Competitive electric costs, coupled with the convenience of responsive local utilities, have helped foster an environment where companies want to invest. million-square-foot distribution center, and the company currently operates a fruit and vegetable preserving and specialty food manufacturing facility in the City of Rensselaer.

Building Products Distribution 64

Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Controls Manufacturing 64

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Emergency” includes bombings and bomb threats, civil disturbances, fires, explosions, electrical failures, loss of water pressure, chemical and gas leaks, medical emergencies, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes. Projected highest and best use should not be remote, speculative, or conjectural.

Land Use Regulations 40

Land Use Regulations Fire Protection System Installation Property Management Fire Protection Systems 40

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Emergency” includes bombings and bomb threats, civil disturbances, fires, explosions, electrical failures, loss of water pressure, chemical and gas leaks, medical emergencies, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes. Projected highest and best use should not be remote, speculative, or conjectural.

Land Use Regulations 40

Land Use Regulations Fire Protection System Installation Property Management Fire Protection Systems 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Thanks to a $3 million renovation led by KAI Enterprises, this historic building has been transformed into the Don and Heide Wolff Jazz Institute and National Black Radio Hall of Fame, celebrating Black culture and diversity. The historic 16,000 sq. The newly renovated center was officially opened to the public on April 11, 2023.

Historic Preservation 261

Historic Preservation HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Flooring Systems 261