Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The facade of Mayo West Tower in Phoenix, Arizona, for which the cold-formed steel (CFS) fabricator, Digital Building Components, has won an engineering honor. The structure of the building consists of concrete over metal deck with steel moment frames and prefinished exterior CFS non-load bearing wall panels.

Steel Fabrication 95

Steel Fabrication Engineering Wall Systems Building Design 95

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

PAU’s streamlined model showcases its structural, mechanical, and operational building systems, featuring visually captivating geometries and exposed beams and columns. They are designed to accommodate different structural systems, ranging from 19.2 Inspired by the Chinese American architect, I.M.

Renewable Energy Systems 97

Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls Structural Systems 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

It could be installing specialty equipment in a commercial kitchen, utilizing pre-ordered materials such as flooring and millwork, or providing electrical hookup for a sign or security system. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

Project Management 113

Project Management Construction Management Material Handling Material Storage 113

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

With this in mind, architects and construction professionals are using the most vanguard techniques and design principles to create the most environmentally-friendly structures possible. Structural Steel Steel is one of the most important materials in sustainable construction.

Building Materials 62

Building Materials Sustainability Steel Fabrication Roofing Systems 62

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

And don’t just add the cost of a beefed-up HVAC system to that round number and expect to get anything close to an accurate cost estimate. Cold storage warehouse construction integrates key systems. Keeping food and other perishable supplies cold requires the integration of separate systems. Powerful ammonia HVAC systems.

HVAC System Installation 69

HVAC System Installation Material Storage HVAC Systems Flooring Systems 69

Construction Specifier

MAY 31, 2024

These assemblies lack many necessary components that comprise an effective building enclosure system. In mass masonry structures, the exterior walls are constructed with brick, clay tile, or stone masonry tied together with mortar, and are load bearing, supporting each floor slab. prior to 1890.

Masonry 64

Masonry Wall Systems Building Codes Waterproofing Systems 64

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

We can now sketch railings onto the top faces of floors, slabs, slab edges, walls, or roofs. Generic Connections (Structure) - To facilitate the exchange of information between engineers, detailers, and fabricators about a connection between steel framing elements, Revit supports placing generic steel connections.

Steel Fabrication 75

Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Piping Installation Wall Systems 75

Construction Specifier

JULY 31, 2022

IMPs are single-component weather barrier wall systems which deliver high-performance value in one integrated, easy-to-install system. There are multiple versions of insulated metal panels, with a variation on the facing materials, internal insulation material, and panel fabrication methods. Orientation.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 23, 2007

Because of the balance of trade in the United States, these hefty steel boxes are piling up in ports around the country and posing a storage problem. According to David Cross of www.sgblocks.com , "a container has 8000 lbs of steel which takes 8000 kwh of energy to melt down and make new beams etc. posted by Kelly Hart | 5:28 PM.

Green Building 81

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Roofing Systems 81

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Here are some key elements: Eco-friendly materials: Think recycled steel, bamboo, reclaimed wood, and low-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints. Water conservation: Using low-flow fixtures and rainwater harvesting systems can save gallons of water. Recycled steel Steel is one of the most recycled materials out there.

Sustainability 62

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 62

Granger Construction

MARCH 13, 2023

Other key features include a custom flooring feature designed by GRCC artists, a Live Roof system and renovations to the Heritage Restaurant, a teaching restaurant for the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Steel Fabrication 52

BIM & Beam

AUGUST 1, 2018

This is the third blog post in a series that discusses the advantages of working on concrete projects in a BIM process for structural engineers. Segmentation is dictated by engineering, architectural, or fabrication requirements, and its reinforcement is determined by the structural engineer.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 75

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Building Codes Steel Fabrication 75

Construction Specifier

APRIL 17, 2023

The center’s blue-stained cedar exterior cladding sets it apart and has made it one of the most recognizable structures in town. The lobby is characterized by its combination of massive wood structural elements, textured copper, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo is widely used in the construction industry for various purposes such as scaffolding construction of bridges and structures etc. Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Bamboo is also used as a flooring material.

Architecture 69

Architecture Building Materials Roofing Systems Material Handling 69

Construction Daily News

MAY 27, 2024

As such, it plays a critical role in promoting the sustainability of the structure. Fabricated from structural steel frames and reinforced glass panels, these robust windows offer the highest wind and impact resistance on the market, guaranteeing that the windows remain unscathed even during the most violent storms.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Fire Protection Systems Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems 52

Whirlwind Steel

AUGUST 2, 2022

August 2, 2022 by Whirlwind Team DO YOU NEED AN ENGINEER TO BUILD YOUR STEEL BUILDING? Do you need an engineer to build your steel building? A small garden shed or simple steel warehouse, probably not. An engineer’s potential role may be in designing broad-based systems made up of modular components.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Code Compliance Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

A language of folding, pulling apart, and removal was developed to address different objectives, effectively representing, through a gradation of openings, cotton fiber fabric. The steel overhangs helped provide shade and protection from the harsh desert sun, while the copper panels create reflection and visual interest.

Architecture 59

Architecture Masonry Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 59

BDC Network

JULY 22, 2024

Further, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that structure fires in industrial and manufacturing properties account for the largest share of civilian injuries on these types of properties. Designing with fire and life safety in mind is not just a code requirement but also vital to protecting people and businesses.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing 52

The MCP Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Will require selective demolition, site, concrete, concrete infill, lightweight floor leveling, gypcrete, masonry restoration, masonry infills, structural steel, steel fabrications, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, single-ply roofing, building insulation, replacement windows, storefront glass systems, window restoration, mirrors, wood doors, frames, (..)

Steel Fabrication 40

Steel Fabrication Building Permits Carpentry Masonry 40

CivilJungle

JANUARY 26, 2022

A rebar is a steel bar that is used in the concrete to provide extra strength to the structure. Higher diameter represents higher strength and the weight of that rebar is also high and lower diameter rebar is used in the light structures for light uses. Carbon steel rebar. Stainless steel rebar. Carbon Steel Rebar.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Electrical Wiring Installation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 52

The MCP Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

Bid Due Date | February 20, 2024 12:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Installing a mezzanine floor is one of the most efficient ways to effectively double your storage capacity without expanding the building footprint. Understanding Mezzanine Storage Platforms A mezzanine floor refers to an intermediate or partial floor constructed between two main floors of a warehouse or industrial facility.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Optimization 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

MODLOGIQ , the leader in SMART OFF-SITE CONSTRUCTION, has begun transport and installation of the more than 200 modules that comprise the Athens Medical Campus—less than 12 months after fabrication began. The completed project will be the largest permanent healthcare facility in North America built using off-site modular construction.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) HVAC Systems 52

The MCP Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The work includes site demolition, selective demolition, earthwork, erosion control, site concrete, brick pavers, decorative fences, landscaping & irrigation, site utilities, cast-in-place concrete, masonry, stone, stone cleaning, cast stone, structural steel, decorative stairs & railings, architectural woodwork, air barriers, EPDM roofing, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 40

The MCP Group

AUGUST 14, 2023

Bid Due Date | August 31, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4 story wood framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

The building’s exterior is largely composed of glass panels, weathering steel and brown-pink granite, with the south and east façades enclosed in glass and 12 stories of office space on the north and west sides, which overlook the atrium. In the mid-90s, the Ford Foundation building was named a New York City Landmark.”.

Building Design 72

Building Design Building Products Distribution Steel Fabrication Building Resilience 72

Specification Product Update

AUGUST 17, 2023

Metal building envelope specialist SIG Building Solutions has launched a warranted twin skin system called ‘Gemello’. Gemello, is a self-supporting roof and wall system consisting of a trapezoidal pre-finished steel liner and outer sheet with a Class A1 non-combustible glass fibre insulation in between.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Warranty 52

Specification Product Update

JUNE 15, 2023

Metal building envelope specialist SIG Building Solutions has launched a warranted twin skin system called ‘Gemello’. Gemello, is a self-supporting roof and wall system consisting of a trapezoidal pre-finished steel liner and outer sheet with a Class A1 non-combustible glass fibre insulation in between.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Warranty 52

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. ThirtyOne Elm is a prime example of a severely dilapidated property that many walked away from due to its complexity and structural damage.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 26, 2020

Some common applications include decorative flooring, swimming pools, paving, and implement architectural features. For instance, the base asphalt mixes have entirely different functions in pavement structure than asphalt surface mixes. Various different kinds of asphalt concrete mixes are available to create unique structures.

Concrete Pouring 64

Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 64

CCR Magazine

MAY 11, 2024

Clad in iron spot brick laid in a Flemish bond pattern, the structures are linked by a grassy court, and offer a lesson in contrasts. Although both structures are 56-feet long, the 860-square-foot rectangular Brick House is only half as deep as The Glass House. In 1953, two of the rooms were combined into a single large bedroom.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Steel Fabrication Electrical Wiring Installation Site Planning 52

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. AISC: American Institute of Steel Construction. CDS: Cold Drawn Steel. CRS: Course, Cold Rolled Steel. CS: Countersink, Cast Steel, Cast Stone, Commercial Standard. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. ABV: Above.

Painting/finishing 40

Painting/finishing Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. AISC: American Institute of Steel Construction. CDS: Cold Drawn Steel. CRS: Course, Cold Rolled Steel. CS: Countersink, Cast Steel, Cast Stone, Commercial Standard. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. ABV: Above.

Painting/finishing 40

Painting/finishing Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Using a high-quality, carefully designed system such as heavy timber construction offers many advantages to off-site construction. Useful for all major structural components, including floors, interior walls, exterior walls, and roofs. Timber framing boasts a lower embodied carbon footprint than steel or concrete materials.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52