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From Concrete to Canopy: Bringing Plants into Design

CCR Magazine

Temperature Regulation Green roofs and walls provide natural insulation, reducing heat absorption in buildings. According to the National Research Council of Canada , a well-designed green roof can reduce a buildings energy consumption for air conditioning by up to 75% in summer months.

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Robust Facilities Sustainment Solution

Job Order Contracting

Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3. to name a few. #2.

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Facility Management & Maintenance: 5 Reasons to Partner with your Commercial General Contractor

Commercial Construction Blog

Much of their business comes from clients who’ve worked with Englewood on a construction project and then decided to tap us for their facility maintenance needs, too. Here are 5 reasons why you should partner with your Commercial General Contractor for facility management and maintenance: 1. Insider Knowledge.

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Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space

UK Construction Blog

For example, a workshop requires durable flooring and ample workbench space, while a gym needs proper ventilation and impact-resistant flooring. Write down specific activities you plan to do in the space, such as car maintenance, woodworking, or fitness training.

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Why Commercial Facility Maintenance Is Your Best Insurance Policy

HardHatChat

Englewood crews work hard to replace a fire damaged roof. The team was able to remove and replace the entire roof in just two weeks. That’s why a few years ago we launched our commercial facility maintenance division. Commercial property preventative maintenance. This focuses on prolonging the life of building systems.

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Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Megaproject to Upgrade Metro-North Railroad’s Maintenance and Operations Hub at Croton-on-Hudson

Civil + Structural Engineer

With the opening of this new 400,000 square foot facility, known as the Harmon Shop, Metro-North will be able to maintain train reliability and meet the maintenance needs of its operations for decades to come. Phase 2: Crews built Communication & Maintenance of Way buildings and made modifications to the Material Distribution Center.

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Mixed-use Hollywood project offers fresh take on vintage courtyard style

Construction Specifier

Impermeable areas, such as the roof and second-floor deck, direct water to on-site infiltration planters, cleaning it in the process. The project minimizes construction waste, employs low-maintenance materials, and emphasizes durability, indoor air quality (IAQ), and moisture control. mm (16 in.), and panelized construction.