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Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2023
ACM/MCM is a lightweight composite material consisting of two aluminum cover sheets and a fire-rated core. Serving as a rainscreen system, these energy efficient panels also provide an air gap that allows water drainage and evaporation of moisture that can accumulate behind the cladding panel.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2023
Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.
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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros
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Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems. Where fabric becomes advantageous by comparison, however, is that the cost to clad a building with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fabric walls is much less than constructing masonry walls or using other “conventional” materials.
BDC Network
JUNE 8, 2024
Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 2, 2020
The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com.
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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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.
Construction Marketing
JULY 6, 2022
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are hollow foam blocks stacked into a building’s exterior wall shape, strengthened with steel rebar, and filled with concrete. This creates a wall system of unrivaled energy efficiency, comfort, noise reduction, and strength. The concrete ensures airtight walls.
Safti First
MARCH 25, 2022
This includes their request to combine performance, energy efficiency, code requirements, design, and lower lifetime costs into our products. These requests and desired combinations have created a track record of more efficient, sustainable, and architecturally enhanced products for projects worldwide. up to 2 hours.
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.
Natural Building
MARCH 12, 2020
Using simple, low-tech techniques that anyone can learn, clay soil can be turned into walls, floors and plasters with only the addition of sand and straw. Earthen materials have excellent thermal mass properties which lend themselves to efficient passive solar designs, reducing energy use for heating and cooling over the long run.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 13, 2023
As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Stay with us as we unravel the complexities of this eco-friendly and energy-efficient construction method.
Stok
AUGUST 28, 2019
Coverage of fires blazing in unprecedented proportions in the Amazon forests of Brazil has ignited a discussion around the importance of government policies to drive widescale climate change mitigation. This directly translates to building energy codes. And, the result of this baseline?
UK Construction Blog
JULY 19, 2024
They’re also resistant to fading, so the vibrant colour you choose remains as stunning as the day it was installed. They’re resistant to pests, fire, and moisture, reducing the need for regular upkeep. Their production process is designed to be sustainable, using raw materials efficiently and minimizing waste.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
The post Metal Cladding Solutions | Durable Wall Panels & Sheets appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Metal cladding is highly durable, resistant to water damage, corrosion, fire, pests, and adverse weather, offering long-term savings and minimal maintenance needs.
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 21, 2023
As climate change continues to pose serious threats around the globe, more homeowners are looking for ways to reduce their environmental footprint and create a cozier, more energy-efficient living space. Cellulose insulation is typically blown into walls or attics and can last up to 30 years.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 10, 2023
How/ways BP is Improving EPC Ratings / Making Homes More Energy Efficient Residential accommodation accounts for about a fifth of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions, most of which come from heating and hot water. Some of the ways we are doing this: Upgrading boiler & controls Installing more efficient boilers.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 17, 2024
By Zachary Lovett, David Diedrick, and David Figurski Photo by Iwan Baan Photography Despite the urgency and efforts to halt global warming, the world’s output of CO2 continues to rise according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5
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CivilJungle
JUNE 1, 2022
Simply, retrofitting is repairing and modifying the existing structure into a new stable structure that protects it from flooding or dangers such as high winds and earthquakes. Retrofitting of the Structural System. Beam Addition Method: Seismic Wall Addition Method: Seismic Isolation Method: Retrofitting of Foundation.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
Regular upkeep not only allows your home to function efficiently but also helps maintain its value over time. Making sure your pool’s filtration system is working correctly will also extend the life of your pool and keep the water pristine. Paint acts as a barrier that prevents moisture from seeping into your walls.
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 3, 2020
Concrete producers can leverage advanced concrete admixtures , predictive analytics tools, and more to improve efficiency, from materials management to batching to concrete delivery. It isn’t often that you can equate coal-related products with energy efficiency, but when it comes to fly ash, it actually does help. The reason?
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. Instead, they deal with the foundational aspects, such as moving or removing walls, adjusting pillars, or even changing the floor layout. These systems are complicated and need professional installation, repair, or maintenance.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
Timber cladding is a sustainable and stylish option for covering walls. In this article, we’ll explore the top choices, benefits, and installation tips for timber cladding. Additionally, timber cladding installations can bring a natural, warm look that is hard to replicate with other building materials.
Whirlwind Steel
JULY 26, 2023
They provide an efficient, cost-effective, and secure solution for businesses and individuals who need extra storage space. Furthermore, the steel material used in construction helps to protect stored items from fire and other forms of destruction. Metal boat and RV storage buildings can also be constructed using sawtooth walls.
CCR Magazine
MAY 5, 2024
As architect-of-record, Stantec designed all six schools and specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the health, safety, well-being, comfort, productivity and success of students and staff. The Blueprint Schools program is a model for school systems across this nation.
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 1, 2019
Part I of our project briefcases series featured a diverse construction portfolio that helped keep prominent, global projects on track, on budget, and protected for decades to come. Fire proofing. Fire protection. Energy efficient solutions. Wall flashing. September 02, 2019. Part II is no exception.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
Another vulnerable component of your property is the building envelope, which encompasses the exterior walls, doors and windows. Older windows, especially single-pane, and doors are not energy-efficient. It is best practice to: Ensure pipes along exterior walls and in less accessible areas like attics are fitted with insulation.
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Energy efficiency and temperature stability. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system. These systems feature powerful ammonia cooling units that help maintain ideal temperatures. It’s crucial that these systems work efficiently.
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.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 17, 2009
Robert Riversong has created his own form of the Larsen Truss building system, and specializes in super-insulated houses. And, with the air-tight drywall system instead of vapor barrier and dense-pack cellulose, theres almost no thermal bridging and a 3 bedroom house can be heated with less than a cord of wood per year here in New England.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The market is expanding at a fast pace as a result of rising energy and air conditioning costs, growing sustainability awareness, and increasing energy demand on a global scale. As a result, a rise in the installation of insulating glass windows to prevent energy loss and lower energy bills is aiding market expansion.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 1, 2021
Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. It is these multiple layers of fire safety, not a single requirement, which result in safe construction.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Air barriers create airtightness and help protect against energy loss, water infiltration, and other hazards impacting the durability and resiliency of a building and the comfort and health of its occupants. Unchecked air movement can impact energy loss and efficiency, translating to wasted money on climate control.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
In terms of installation and maintenance costs, steel provides a better ROI than other building materials. Unlike mainstream new build options, commercial steel buildings are more resistant to fire, storms, and pests. Commercial steel buildings can be erected quickly and efficiently. What are the Advantages of a Steel Building?
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Metal Barns – Used on farms for protecting animals, hay, and equipment. Energy-efficient and customizable aesthetics. Energy Efficient – Designed with insulated panels and reflective coatings to reduce heating and cooling costs. Energy conserving too. Stand up well to tough farm conditions.
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Energy efficiency and temperature stability. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system. These systems feature powerful ammonia cooling units that help maintain ideal temperatures. It’s crucial that these systems work efficiently.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 6, 2024
By understanding the types of services plumbers provide, asking the right questions to evaluate expertise, and checking credentials and reviews, you can confidently select a top-notch Fort Worth plumber ready to handle any job thoroughly and efficiently. Storms and heavy debris also overload the system.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 1, 2023
In today’s construction news , we will look into the idigitalhub that has formed a partnership with OpenSpace to deliver innovation in the construction fire safety legislation in the UK. Meanwhile, additional recognition for the EnviroTech 50 star program at IPG Energy. Strategy: Improve fire safety documentation with OpenSpace.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
For example, to meet modern fire codes while preserving the grand, open appearance of three existing wooden staircases, where the stairs feed out into residential hallways the architects designed new fire-rated doors that remain open unless triggered by a fire alarm and slot seamlessly into the existing fabric of surrounding walls.
Building Radar
JANUARY 14, 2020
ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. Closing contracts: simple, safe and efficient with blockchain technology 12. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources The construction industry is beginning to discover digital aids for itself, which have long been standard in other industries.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Review the Standard Operating Procedure for “Controlling Hazardous Energy Sources”. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Review manufacturer’s instructions. Special Instructions: 1. Check Points: 1.
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Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Better productivity and efficiency, satisfied clients, and shorter project timelines – everything making construction successful. No more confused faces or mix-ups.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Anyone who has spent time in an emergency room can attest to the number of gurneys, carts, and equipment being wheeled around and banged against walls. Within outdoor and mid-door spaces, metal fabric enables airflow while maintaining safety, such as railing infill or fall protection along rooftop perimeters.
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