Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

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

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Construction Daily News

MAY 27, 2024

With this in mind, keep reading as we explore the importance of protecting commercial structures with robust water-resistive systems. Some common culprits include strong winds, extreme interior/exterior temperature differences, stack effect, imbalances between supply/exhaust air systems, and hydrostatic forces.

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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

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Rather, it employed an off-site construction method that built all of the wall panels, floor panels, and roof trusses in a nearby factory and assembled them on site in fewer than three days. Agorus' framing package for Daybreak included premade floor systems, each panel specifically engineered for its application in the system.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

In its offsite factories, Onx manufactures all of the elements of the home—the foundations, staircases, walls, roofing systems, and bathroom pods—and then assembles them onsite. Offsite Manufacturing Approach to Homebuilding Onx’s approach avoids the onsite, sequential work of conventional homebuilding.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

A significant number of MEP systems, some active and some abandoned, needed to be demolished and moved out of the footprint of the tower just under the second floor roof. New micropiles were drilled to support the tower foundations and massive structural steel columns were set in place to support the tall tower.

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Civil Manage

AUGUST 17, 2023

When arranging residential buildings and other objects, the installation of a drainage system is considered an important final moment in construction. They significantly extend the service life of wall blocks, roofs and foundations of the building, as they have the ability.

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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. NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) analysis shows it typically takes two days to set a modular home on its permanent foundation.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2024

Elevate™ , a premier manufacturer of roofing and lining systems, announced the 2024 recipients of its Master Contractor program, which recognizes the most elite commercial roofing contractors in North America and Latin America. said Kristin Beck, President, Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems & Lining Americas.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

A Story of Siding and Roofing: Partners in Protection Imagine your home as a fortress. Its walls provide security, but its siding and roof form the primary line of defense against the elements. A Dynamic Duo: How Roofing and Siding Work Together Think of siding as the armor and the roof as the shield of your home.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Most people imagine the foundation being poured, walls going up, or roofing installed. But without a well-thought-out plumbing system, all those flashy construction parts wouldn’t be functional! It’s carefully planned and coordinated to ensure that all systems, from water supply to drainage, function smoothly.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Westlake Royal Building Products ™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), today announced that Wade Shepherd, Senior Manager of Components & Technical for Roofing, has been appointed to the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Board of Directors, effective October 2, 2024.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Without regular gutter cleaning , this blockage can lead to significant structural damage, from foundation cracks to roof leaks, costing you thousands in repairs. Why Gutter Cleaning Is Essential Gutters are designed to channel rainwater away from your home or business’s foundation. This can lead to several serious problems.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By understanding the challenges and following best practices, such as ensuring material compatibility, detailed planning, and rigorous quality control, contractors, developers, and specifiers can ensure their air barrier systems designs are effective and durable. Accurately predicting rooftop surface temperature extremes is valuable.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

Quarterly tasks might involve deeper cleaning of vents and filters, while annual inspections should cover more substantial areas like the foundation, attic, and major appliances. Making sure your pool’s filtration system is working correctly will also extend the life of your pool and keep the water pristine.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Moreover, inspect the siding and exterior walls. 3. Strengthen Your Roof and Gutters The roof is one of the most vulnerable parts of your home during extreme weather. Regularly inspect your roof for missing or damaged shingles and replace them as needed. Don’t forget the gutters.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 24, 2024

Some of the integrated sustainable design strategies include energy efficient exterior walls, foundations, roof, windows and doors, enhanced air quality ventilation systems, a rooftop solar renewable energy canopy, solar battery backup, and recycled water infrastructure, as well as engineered walks and ramps.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Regular Roof Inspections and Maintenance One of the most crucial elements of weather-proofing your building is maintaining the roof. The roof is your first line of defense against all types of weather, from snow to hail and everything in between. Debris on the roof can trap moisture and cause long-term issues like mold or leaks.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Yet, they tend to neglect their roofs as colder weather approaches. Even a mild climate can bring conditions that can cause damage, so it’s very important to get your roof ready for cold weather. But what exactly are the issues roofs face here during the winter? What to Do: Don’t allow this debris to just sit on your roof.

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Granger Construction

MAY 23, 2024

Additionally, over 2,000 pages of drawings needed to be reissued and numerous design changes were made – all of which delayed placement of structural concrete foundations and slowed the start for most earthwork and utility activities. Complete resequencing of foundation flow based on the delayed release of re-steel.

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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.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Impermeable areas, such as the roof and second-floor deck, direct water to on-site infiltration planters, cleaning it in the process. Materials were procured with recycled content ( e.g. concrete with flyash content and gypsum board with recycled content) and all the aggregate for the concrete foundations was locally sourced.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Upgrading to energy efficient appliances and systems can cut your energy usage and reduce your carbon footprint. Smart thermostats and high efficiency HVAC systems can make that a reality. When doing it yourself, check for drafts around doors and windows, inspect insulation levels and check your heating and cooling systems.

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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. To enhance bird safety, the glass has a denser frit design on outside corners, lower building levels, and areas near green roofs.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The new garage operates as an entirely self-park system and has 600 car spaces, including 31 Level 2 and three Level 3 electric vehicle chargers with infrastructure in place for future expansion. The garage features a concrete precast structure with an oversized grade beam foundation system. Iheanacho, LEED AP.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

This includes ensuring easy access for maintenance or repairs so that systems like AC units can be serviced efficiently. Vertical Gardens Vertical gardens, or green walls, are innovative ways to incorporate greenery into limited spaces. Green roof and Decks Green roofs and decks involve growing vegetation on the surface of a roof deck.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

Upgrade or Repair Air Conditioning For those who have older air conditioning systems, upgrading to a more energy-efficient model can provide both cost savings and improved cooling. If your system has been underperforming, it might also be time for repairs.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Your roof is one of the most critical parts of your home’s structure, yet it’s easy to forget about it until something goes wrong. While it’s common to think about roof replacement or roof repair only when there’s an issue like a leak or visible damage, regular roof maintenance can prevent problems from arising in the first place.

Maintenance 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 23, 2023

The modular construction system has been gaining acceptance as it presents a viable solution to address these challenges by optimizing labor resources, reducing on-site construction time and improving project predictability. The premier self-adhered roofing kept the modules dry while they sat outside of the workshop for months.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

They make thick walls with a mixture of clay-rich mud, shredded straw and limestone slurry. Impulse hammers then pound the material in, creating 12-inch-thick walls that when dry are heavy and durable. The company says Terran walls regulate indoor humidity, enhance air quality and eliminate costly climate-control systems.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Cast in place concrete is a construction technology where building components like walls, slabs are cast at the site by Formwork. Cast-in-place concrete slabs, concrete foundations, beam, column , wall, roof, etc.,

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2024

Consider factors such as size, style, layout, number of rooms, and special features like outdoor spaces, basements, or energy-saving systems. In addition to your contractor, you may need to work with an architect, an engineer, and subcontractors specializing in plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems.

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HVAC System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Building Permits Plumbing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. But for many homeowners, roofing can seem complicated and confusing. How Roofs Work: The Basics At its core, a roof has one main job – to keep water out of your house. This creates a base for attaching the roof covering.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Construction of wall, floor, and roof systems offsite has multiple advantages, including compressing the project schedules, reducing site labor and waste, improving consistency and quality control, and increasing safety for workers. Just about any finish that can be applied to a floor or wall surface can be used on the panels.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. The topics to be addressed in this article, when it comes to overcladding masonary facades and foundations, as well as roof assemblies, include the following: Placement and attachment of insulation and air barrier within the assembly.

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Conservation 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

Department of Energy highlights that log walls often fall short of typical energy standards. This indicates that they usually have lower insulation values compared to conventional systems, such as those in standard wood stud walls. According to Springer Open, insulating your roof can reduce energy consumption by 35-45%.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

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. April 25, 2018. learn more >. MGM City Center, Las Vegas, US. learn more >.

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