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5 Uses for Thermal Imaging Equipment on Construction Sites

CCR Magazine

It easily detects energy inefficiencies caused by poor insulation or leakage. This state-of-the-art technology saves considerable costs and promotes efficient energy use. Validate newly installed systems: Ensure new installations deliver their promised thermal protection.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

These stricter regulations aim to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall building performance, making air barriers a key element in todays construction practices. By preventing uncontrolled air movement between conditioned and unconditioned spaces, they help regulate indoor temperatures, control moisture, and improve energy efficiency.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

Expect to see greater energy efficiency, fire resistance, structural resilience, ADA accessibility, and technology integration woven into local building codes in 2025. It helps conserve resources by limiting demolition waste and reduces the threat of suburban sprawl from infringing on increasingly scarce farmland and wildlife habitats.

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5 Genius Building Techniques to Reduce Home Maintenance Costs for Life

UK Construction Blog

It’s made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibres, resulting in a product resistant to rot, pests, and fire. Metal roofs are also resistant to wind, fire, and impact damage, reducing the need for repairs and replacements. Energy-Efficient Appliances Choose ENERGY STAR-certified appliances for your home.

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IFS renovates two historic buildings into mixed-use lofts

CCR Magazine

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. Located in the 600 block of N.

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Integrated Facility Services Completes Kingston K-14 Addition

CCR Magazine

Integrated Facility Services (IFS) served as the mechanical and building controls contractor for the project, overseeing the design, equipment procurement and installation for the comprehensive HVAC project. It is reassuring to have IFS at the helm in installing our HVAC system. Louis region, according to the St.

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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

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.