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The Pro Builder
JUNE 2, 2023
Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP). The SCIP system is composed of three main materials: steel, concrete, and expanded polystyrene (or, styrofoam). But it doesn’t end there.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical.
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UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.
Specification Product Update
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Fire resistant glazing and fire-rated glass door-sets manufactured by Promat UK have been installed to provide assured passive fire protection whilst maintaining high levels of natural light in key communal areas within a major new build-to-rent (BTR) development in South Yorkshire.
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.
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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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. Movement creates heat.
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.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.
BDC Network
JULY 20, 2023
Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. Designing buildings that provide good fire protection, cost-effectively, can be challenging.
Specification Product Update
OCTOBER 16, 2023
DC Fire Protection Ltd., based at Wellingborough in Northamptonshire, works right across the country covering multiple sectors of the construction industry, installing active as well as passive fire protection systems. DC Fire Protection Ltd.,
Construction Specifier
MARCH 2, 2025
EIT, and Tom Jaleski, ICC Photos courtesy RDH Building Sciences As the design and construction industry shifts toward more eco-conscious building systems, mass timber has become a prominent element in this new direction. 2 Fire suppression/protection systems are required for most facilities.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. Performance requirements.
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. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.
Specification Product Update
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. It was used to meet demanding passive fire protection objectives as part of a major project to upgrade the historic Victorian Market hall.
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.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
It’s made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibres, resulting in a product resistant to rot, pests, and fire. Metal Roofing While the initial cost of metal roofing may be higher than traditional asphalt shingles, it offers superior longevity and durability.
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Construction Specifier
AUGUST 11, 2021
Glass curtain wall façade (left); detail of touch-mullion shadow box within unitized curtain wall. These opaque glass assemblies are integrated into glazing systems, such as glass curtain walls or window walls, to provide visual continuity with adjacent vision glass to render an all-glass look to the building façade.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 26, 2024
Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. It protects you from the elements, keeps your family safe and dry, and plays a big role in your home’s energy efficiency. But for many homeowners, roofing can seem complicated and confusing. The covering sheds water and protects the layers underneath.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 25, 2023
On a construction site, they have many uses and can be utilized to protect equipment and workers across the site against roofing debris and dust. Construction work generates potential contaminants such as ceiling dust, debris, dirt, metal shavings, and shards of roof decks that can fall inside.
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. It’s true that earthen walls have poor insulation value and are not appropriate on their own in cooler climates.
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 walls are adequately insulated, durable, and inherently tight.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 16, 2021
Generally skirting is a board which is provided in the junction point of the wall and the interior wall throughout its length. Types of Roof Tiles | Tile Roof Replacement | Tile Installation Cost | Roofing Tile Price | Ceramic Tile Price Per Square Foot | Tile Installation Factors. Types of Skirting.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Roof Repairs Roof repairs are essential tasks that often demand immediate attention. The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. While some might be tempted to tackle roof repairs on their own, it's a job that requires specific knowledge and expertise.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
Making sure your pool’s filtration system is working correctly will also extend the life of your pool and keep the water pristine. Maintaining HVAC Systems Your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is crucial for keeping your living environment comfortable throughout the year.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 5, 2021
EPDM is an extremely durable synthetic rubber roofing membrane widely used in low-slope buildings in the United States and worldwide. What Is EPDM Roofing? EPDM is a type of roofing material that is used for flat roofing systems. EPDM flat roofs are designed to last about 25-30 years. Cost of EPDM Flat Roof.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Liquid applied waterproofing is often used on terraces, podium decks and green roofs. In some cases, it can be used to protect car parks as well as water tanks. Using cold applied waterproofing reduces the complexities and risks during construction, speeding the installation process. Vegetative roofing systems.
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. Roofing underlayments. Wall flashing. September 02, 2019. Part II is no exception. Below grade.
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
JANUARY 12, 2024
Significant snow drifts can overstress the roof; gusts can down powerlines or produce significant wind chill, causing improperly insulated pipes to freeze more quickly. It is important to routinely ensure the roof is free of debris and clear out all gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water drainage.
Whirlwind Steel
JULY 26, 2023
Furthermore, the steel material used in construction helps to protect stored items from fire and other forms of destruction. For companies looking to build rentable self-storage facilities, metal self-storage buildings are ideal because they provide protection from the elements and are low-cost.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Other project team members included environmental, geotechnical and civil engineer Matrix New World Engineering; mechanical and electrical engineer Jaros, Baum & Bolles/Lightbox Studios; and plumbing, fire protection and fire alarm engineer JFK&M Consulting Group. Unistress Corporation fabricated the precast system.
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. Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. Why Need Retrofitting?
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.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 10, 2023
Some of the ways we are doing this: Upgrading boiler & controls Installing more efficient boilers. Pairing an upgraded boiler with upgrading the heating systems and installing intelligent controls/thermostatic radiator valves can help save on energy and improve the rating. Walls & Roof: Insulate the walls and the roof.
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.
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
. • In addition to their major supporting roles, the falsework and the formwork provide a place of work, and normal edge protection requirements are necessary at all open sides and holes in the decking, as well as properly constructed access to all places where work is to be carried out (see above – Fig.). • Shorbrace System.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 7, 2021
Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Shotcrete Wall.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 17, 2024
At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. Regional challenges exist with sourcing a reliable supply of fly ash due to the ongoing retirement of coal-fired power plants. 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5
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Natural Building
MAY 20, 2021
It is a good idea to protect the exterior from direct sunlight. You can install protective coverings like canvas, awnings or overhangs to prevent the sun from hitting the roof and walls of your house directly. There used to be one choice: if you wanted to be highly reflective, you had to put a white roof on.
CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. Utilized during a flat plate system, it’s impossible to possess a sizeable span. The warmth coming from walls are checked by using thermocol bricks.
Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility. Following these codes is a must-do to stay compliant and make sure everyone inside the building is secure and protected. Safety first!
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