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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Department of Energy’s Home Energy Score (HES) , which assesses the energy efficiency of a home based on its structure and heating, cooling, and hot-water systems, has a greater influence on home sale prices across the country. The units also include a quick-hang bracket system, making one-person installation easier.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
“In the aftermath of a disaster, a building’s resilience can be understood, not just from its ability to endure a disaster with minimal structural damage, but truly be quickly repaired as needed, and put back into service,” explains Eric F. Breaking out these fundamentals into eight key areas, metal building systems check every box.
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.
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.
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Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 5, 2020
This is T-SLAB — the future of precast concrete floor systems. Architects, engineers, and contractors are always searching for new, innovative products that can take their projects to the next level, but when it comes to floor systems, the innovation they have been seeking has been sorely lacking for some time.
Construction Specifier
JULY 5, 2021
T-SLAB takes precast concrete floor systems to the next level. Last summer, Tindall announced the launch of an innovative precast concrete floor system called the Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB). Watch the video below for a quick look at the innovation behind this new slab system.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Last summer, Tindall announced the launch of an innovative precast concrete floor system called the Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB ® ). As one of the most versatile slab systems ever made, T-SLAB delivers the strength and design flexibility builders need, but without the price tag they might expect.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners. efficiency rating.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 9, 2022
Meet the most innovative precast floor system in the U.S. When Tindall brought its new precast floor system from Denmark to the U.S. customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. m (30 to 45 ft), supporting both commercial and residential floor loads.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 20, 2023
The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.
The Pro Builder
MAY 22, 2023
The home’s single-level floor plan maintains a relatively compact footprint to preserve and protect its natural surroundings. The living area of the home’s open floor plan is anchored by a 6-foot-long direct-vent gas fireplace that recirculates heat back into the room, as needed, to reduce energy loads.
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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.
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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
Construction Specifier
JUNE 8, 2020
Introducing T-SLAB—the latest revolution in precast concrete flooring systems. Architects, engineers, and contractors are always searching for new, innovative products that can take their projects to the next level, but when it comes to flooring systems, the innovation they have been seeking has been sorely lacking for some time.
CCR Magazine
MAY 20, 2024
The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. In residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, these systems regulate temperature and provide ventilation and air movement.
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CCR Magazine
AUGUST 5, 2024
In-building radio signals are often blocked or attenuated by structures that are large and primarily constructed of metal and concrete and with below grade areas. When this occurs, weak or obstructed signals result in radio communication “dead zones” that can jeopardize emergency coordination among first responders.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 1, 2024
Marked by a strikingly new exterior image rising from a six-story podium base and capped by a top-floor sky lounge, 2221 Yonge is a long anticipated addition to a cityscape with hundreds of high-rise buildings. This partí allows us to shape the south side to give the building a truly sculptural quality.”
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Natural Building
APRIL 4, 2021
It has a 1-kilowatt solar power system and a backup generator for electricity, a propane radiant in-floor heating system and a Rumford fireplace for heat, and a constructed wetland for natural wastewater treatment. This home is different because it’s a structural cob house, so the 2-foot thick walls are load-bearing.
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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. The hotter and unhealthier the factory floor, the more likely it is that workers will look to transfer out as soon as they can. The “human factor” comes in second place.
Construction Specifier
MAY 9, 2023
Existing horse stalls define the first floor, creating intimate seating rooms that divide the main aisle from the bar and kitchen. The main restaurant is located on the first floor, which is divided into intimate seating rooms, and the upper level’s hayloft is suitable for weddings and large events.
Construction Specifier
MAY 9, 2023
Existing horse stalls define the first floor, creating intimate seating rooms that divide the main aisle from the bar and kitchen. The main restaurant is located on the first floor, which is divided into intimate seating rooms, and the upper level’s hayloft is suitable for weddings and large events.
BDC Network
AUGUST 17, 2023
Before you bring in the demo crew, have a team of structural engineers help you find opportunities to save time, money and headaches. Your structural engineers may find that the existing bones present you with a lot of opportunities. This minimizes the need to upgrade and retrofit the structural components.
Construction Specifier
JULY 7, 2023
New England and Greek Revival influences One notable architectural feature in New England is the use of brick-ended structures, which serve as a prominent design element for both public and residential buildings. The service area is situated to the east of the circulation desk, serving as a controlled staff zone.
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CCR Magazine
AUGUST 5, 2024
I’ll show you how to make the most of these versatile structures in this article. The possibilities are endless, from setting up a cozy home office on the upper level to creating a fun play zone for the kids below. Patented Structure Systems With over 200 patents, these tents stay stable and safe.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 4, 2024
Things like zoning laws, building codes, or tricky clauses in contractor agreements can be quite challenging to deal with without professional help. What You Need to Know about Zoning Laws Zoning laws define how specific areas can be used, directly affecting what modifications can be legally made.
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 6, 2014
Is moving from one point to another on a concrete wall to make initial connections of structural steel considered connecting work? Because a connector is defined as an employee who working with hoisting equipment is placing and connecting structural members and their parts, they are considered a connector and at heights up to 15 ft.
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 6, 2014
Is moving from one point to another on a concrete wall to make initial connections of structural steel considered connecting work? Because a connector is defined as an employee who working with hoisting equipment is placing and connecting structural members and their parts, they are considered a connector and at heights up to 15 ft.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
This approach utilizes a pre-engineered, high-performance curtain wall system as a chassis while employing distinctive, bespoke elements on the exterior that are unique to each project to reinforce underlying design concepts. Nitro South is also anchored by ground-floor retail. Exterior facade of the Nitro development.
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CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Commercial spaces often face challenges with flooring that fails to withstand the demands of heavy traffic and constant use. Epoxy floor coatings present a robust solution, offering strength up to three times greater than standard concrete. These floors repel dirt, dust, and spills, preventing them from penetrating the surface.
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 23, 2013
Where employees are in danger of falling off ladders, platforms, elevated work surfaces or holes in floors and walls, it’s important for employers to take the necessary steps to prevent OSHA violations and costly employee injuries or death. Keep floors clean and dry. How to Reduce Falls. Provide a workplace free of known dangers.
BDC Network
MARCH 13, 2024
The social aspect of ESG is less regulated and structured than carbon emissions, and it’s still unclear what precisely it will mean and how it should get reported. Yet in Europe, financing mixed-use buildings is bread and butter; we don’t even question how to invest in those structures. I would add zoning to the conversation.
Construction Specifier
JULY 25, 2024
By Chadwick Collins Photo and illustrations courtesy Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) An often-overlooked issue during new construction or a commercial renovation project is the addition of unwanted moisture into the structure. Typically, water vapor or moisture movement—called diffusion—travels from warm humid (i.e. A 102-mm (4-in.)-thick
BDC Network
JANUARY 22, 2024
Among the many considerations in this process are zoning regulations, fire safety measures, structural integrity, mechanical systems distribution, slab vibration criteria, loading capacity, biocontainment levels, and logistics for seamless movement within the building.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 10, 2024
When installed on the wall above or near where welding is taking place, these extractor units leverage powerful fans and advanced filtration systems to attract and catch the smoke, gases, and nanosized contaminants produced during welding and metal cutting activities, protecting health and safety. At www.punkutsug.se
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Sometimes this concrete frame is also called as a skeleton of this entire structure. In this structure, the vertical members, i.e. columns, carry the entire load of the building , so it’s the most important part of this type of construction. Precast concrete frame structures are used in one storey building. Cast in situ.
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 23, 2013
Where employees are in danger of falling off ladders, platforms, elevated work surfaces or holes in floors and walls, it’s important for employers to take the necessary steps to prevent OSHA violations and costly employee injuries or death. Keep floors clean and dry. How to Reduce Falls. Provide a workplace free of known dangers.
Work Gearz
JUNE 13, 2022
However, there are ways to counteract the cold in your warehouse throughout the winter by insulating the doors and windows, providing adequate shelving, and circulating and zoning heat by installing a heater system. Zone Your Heating. Zoning the heat is as effective and important as circulating the air.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Water leakage through the facade primarily occurred at horizontal bands of curtain walls, which consisted of two-sided structural silicone glazed (SSG) aluminum framed assemblies with insulating glazing units (IGUs). Due to the deficiencies identified, significant and costly repair or replacement of the curtain wall assemblies is indicated.
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CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Among its notable improvements are a large 70,000-square-foot conference center, a new lobby with floor-to-ceiling views overlooking the ocean, updated glazing systems in communal spaces, and refreshed doors and windows on more than 400 guest rooms. More poolside space and amenities were added to The Beach Club zone.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 25, 2023
This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
The mini-warehouse, made of concrete and metal, took him out of his carpentry comfort zone. The crew had to extensively remodel a couple of floors on a tight timeline in the middle of a multi-floor hospital. Gary will never forget the time a Korte crew poured a floor slab outside one cold, windy day.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 2, 2024
Maintenance of your HVAC system means it runs smoothly. Your Heating System Know your heating system. Know the age and rating of your system. Systems over 15 years old are less efficient. Insulation Materials Upgrading insulation means choosing the right materials for the attic, walls and floors.
iField Smart
MARCH 17, 2024
You may make sure that all relevant local construction ordinances, zoning laws, safety standards, and other criteria are satisfied by closely examining the as-built drawings. Architectural – Architectural as-built drawings are a collection of drawings that show how a building or other structure was completed.
iField Smart
MARCH 17, 2024
You may make sure that all relevant local construction ordinances, zoning laws, safety standards, and other criteria are satisfied by closely examining the as-built drawings. Architectural – Architectural as-built drawings are a collection of drawings that show how a building or other structure was completed.
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