CCR Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

Age of the Plumbing System The age of your home’s plumbing system plays a major role in determining potential water issues. These materials deteriorate over time, making your plumbing system more susceptible to leaks and bursts. Sagging or Warped Floors Water damage can cause floors to sag, warp, or feel spongy underfoot.

Plumbing Systems 98

Plumbing Systems Flooring Systems Foundation Systems Plumbing 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements. Renovations were carried out with the utmost respect for the original design and materials, ensuring that any changes blended seamlessly with the existing structure.

Historic Preservation 189

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 189

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Additions are commonly made to the side of a building, which simplifies the structure and creates one plane where the new interfaces with the existing. What worked well for the upper floors to minimize disruption became challenging on the interior of the building.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Instead of demolishing it and building new, repurposing the original structure provided environmental benefits to the local community including less pollution and disturbance of the site. Site improvements included underground utilities, below-grade Chambermaxx® systems, a swimming pool, jointed plain concrete pavement, and pervious concrete.

Engineering 130

Engineering Structural Systems Flooring Systems Project Management Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

The result was an innovative structure that was able to provide these rich and comfortable learning environments in a manner that is highly energy efficient. Within the office portions of the structure, there is a low-temperature air distribution system that conserves energy and enhances thermal comfort for their occupants.

Plumbing Systems 100

Plumbing Systems Engineering Structural Systems HVAC Systems 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

The 140-year-old steel truss structure connects West Newbury, Merrimac and Haverhill residents as well as several Southern New Hampshire towns, making it one of Massachusetts’ most heavily travelled bridges. CCG has the design-build and structural fabrication expertise to provide engineered systems and OEM solutions.

Steel Fabrication 264

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Optimization 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. The system provides a permanent means of fall protection under access doors and exceeds OSHA fall protection requirements. Virginia is seeing sea level rise.

Roofing Systems 276

Roofing Systems Disaster Preparedness Flooring Systems Waterproofing Systems 276

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 15, 2023

Among other innovative approaches used: ADOT used a bid-alternative method for design, which allowed the contractor to determine economical and supportive foundation systems for each of the bridge’s three piers while taking into account the mountainous terrain.

Foundation Systems 259

Foundation Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 259

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The University of Washington’s (UW’s) Health Sciences and Education Building (HSEB) in Seattle features a sustainable structural system with cross-laminated timber (CLT), steel, and concrete. The system impacted Seattle Building Code, which previously did not have provisions for hybrid mass timber structures.

Building Codes 119

Building Codes Structural Systems Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems 119

The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

13, WPBF 25 reports, and uses a building system consisting of blocks that interlock much like toy Lego bricks. Renco, short for renewable composite, claims its blocks are 23 times stronger than concrete, are less expensive, and that projects using its building system can be finished more quickly than traditional construction.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 The design incorporates 3D aluminum spandrel panels anchored to the concrete floor slab to cover its edge, with stiffeners to resist wind forces and accommodate different bay configurations.

Flooring Systems 103

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems Roofing Systems 103

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Leading schematic design and design development, HGA also served as the engineers-of-record from beginning to end, providing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), including lighting design, audio/visual, and telecom/security. Staff entry and exit paths with security systems are choreographed as well, for additional security.

Historic Preservation 201

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 201

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 9, 2024

At the top of the building some of the twenty-six east and south facing Terra-Cotta columns [ with the base starting at the 26th floor and extending past the 34th floor] had begun to show cracking and in some areas had began to shed large pieces of stone. The Problem : By 2009, the building had begun to show its age.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Property Management Wall Systems Structural Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

425 Grand Concourse’s southern exposure required installing sunshades on 13 floors to save energy. They are isolated from the interior slabs supporting them by structural thermal breaks. To minimize the resulting effect of full sun on the south side of the building, the project team introduced sunshades along the lengths of 13 floors.

Concrete Pouring 130

Concrete Pouring Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Structural Systems 130

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

When the architect and the project engineer on 100 Norfolk Street—an eye-popping luxury cantilevered multi-unit residential building on Manhattan’s historic Lower East Side—needed extra support to navigate the project’s many complexities, they turned to New Millennium Building Systems.

Flooring Systems 61

Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Engineering 61

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Unique in its design, the structure at 555 Greenwich was designed to fit seamlessly with neighboring 345 Hudson. For Hines and the teams working on the 555 Greenwich project, the question became whether to build “the best old building, or the first of the new generation of structures in New York,” says Rodney.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Project Management Consulting Building Design 130

BDC Network

JULY 19, 2024

The Role of Diaphragms and Shear Walls in Creating Resilient Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 07/19/2024 - 11:00 MFPRO+ Blog Guide to incorporating diaphragms and shear walls into your next building project design. Diaphragms and Shear Walls Defined A diaphragm is a flat structural unit acting like a deep, thin beam. See Figure 1.)

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

The structural frames, floor slabs, and external walls for the new apartment blocks have been assembled by light gauge steel framing specialist Sigmat, which recommenced work on site in May and is due to complete this element of the development next month.

Painting/finishing 196

Painting/finishing Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems 196

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. The minimal tensile support structure of the panels allows views and daylight to penetrate into the interiors.

Energy Efficiency 105

Energy Efficiency Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Wall Systems 105

The Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2024

5 Ways to Silence Squeaky Floors ibush Sat, 04/13/2024 - 09:57 Take these tips to heart to deliver quiet floors and satisfied homeowners Roy Fanara Unless your home’s going to be the set for a horror movie, no one likes a new home with squeaky floors that creak and pop.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Painting/finishing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 4, 2023

This project ranks among the largest Thornton Tomasetti has designed for a tied back soldier pile and lagging system and is the most complex with regards to numbers and complexity of tieback installation. “We We are very proud of the part we played in being able to bring new life to such an iconic structure,” says Michael Oakland, Ph.D.,

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems Historic Preservation 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2024

Photos courtesy Snøhetta Vertikal Nydalen in Oslo, designed by Snøhetta, features a simplified and self-sufficient climate system, making it Norway’s first naturally climatized mixed-use building. The top floors have 40 apartments, where sizes range from 44 to 143 m 2 (473 to 1,538 sf) with varying layouts.

Ceiling Systems 104

Ceiling Systems Piping Installation Flooring Systems Wall Systems 104

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method. A commercial example of this approach is best represented by a hotel chain located in Redondo Beach, California whose owner chose a modular system.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

Civil+Structural Engineer Media is gearing up for the 2024 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement (YEA) competition and we need you. 2 Firm: SMR-ISD Consulting Structural Engineers, Inc. The second-floor housing area has a full kitchen, an indoor dining area and outdoor dining area with a BBQ. It had a 0.42-acre

Engineering 130

Engineering Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Structural Systems 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The structural concept of (W)rapper, built in a former industrial and manufacturing zone in Central Los Angeles and Culver City, originated in 1998 and was initially showcased by the project’s architect, Eric Owen Moss Architects (EOMA) in an exhibition at the Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio. m (14 ft), 5.18 m (17 ft), and 7.32

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Energy Conservation 90

BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

Compared to typical steel and concrete structures – which equate to 15% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions – mass timber has the potential to reduce embodied carbon by 40%. Columns, spaced 33 feet apart, are notched at the top to receive the girders, thereby transferring the floor loading to the foundation. Rendering courtesy SGA.

Flooring Systems 113

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Standards Building Codes 113

Specification Product Update

JUNE 28, 2024

Delta Registered Installers, Structureseal Services Limited, were appointed to provide a guaranteed, cost-effective scheme that would comply with BS 8102:2022 (Protection of below ground structures against water ingress. Phase 2 – to install a secondary waterproofing system, such as the Delta Type C, Cavity Drainage System.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2023

As part of NYU’s plans for carbon neutrality by 2040, the team incorporated several energy efficient strategies and systems: Expanding the co-generation (CoGen) plant, NYU’s natural-gas-fueled power plant. In addition to an efficient filtration system, the John A. Paulson Center are constructed with an appropriate structural system.

Flooring Systems 97

Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems Structural Systems Roofing Systems 97

CCR Magazine

JULY 30, 2024

Constructing a foundation is among the most crucial steps for any building project because it bears the entire structure’s load. The structural support a foundation offers guarantees a building’s longevity and integrity, avoiding uneven settling and possible damage. It jeopardizes a property’s safety and that of its occupants.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Structural Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 6, 2023

In the realm of construction, flooring practices play a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetics, functionality, and durability of a building. From residential homes to commercial spaces, the choice of flooring material and installation techniques greatly impact the overall quality and longevity of a structure.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Foundation Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Safti First

JUNE 28, 2023

In this Ask Tim episode, Tim Nass answers one of our industry’s most frequently asked questions, does SAFTI FIRST® offer a fire resistive floor? SAFTI FIRST® offers a fire-resistive glass floor up to 120 minutes. This glass floor can also be considered overhead glazing as it allows natural light to flow into spaces from above.

Fire Protection System Installation 64

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Structural Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

When AmplifyGR acquired the property, the main building on the site was a Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB), which was left in place and modified to fit the current needs of the space, including the construction of an addition to the PEMB structure. One of the teams working to bring the H.U.B. ‘07 The Amplify GR H.U.B. ‘07

Project Management Consulting 189

Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems Structural Systems Property Management 189

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 16, 2024

The project’s initial phase focused on reimagining a 70s timber structure, optimizing the layout for modern travelers. An open-loop geothermal system efficiently exhausts waste heat and LED lighting enhances energy efficiency. Triple-glazed windows, overhangs, and a white roofing membrane manage solar exposure.

Flooring Systems 116

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Structural Systems 116

Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

This lowers energy consumption, as the HVAC system does not have to work as hard to create a comfortable interior for occupants. Up to 20% of a building’s heat loss occurs through the floor. Consider insulation for the flooring substrate to prevent this unwanted transfer.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems 52

Trekker Group

JANUARY 19, 2023

Shoring systems are an essential part of any construction project. They provide stability and support for the structure. Unfortunately, many contractors and developers overlook the importance of shoring systems and don’t use them. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the risk of not using shoring systems in construction.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems Building Materials 52