CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

When implementing backyard interlocking and design solutions , success lies in the mathematical foundations. Modern residential backyard interlocking systems have evolved far beyond simple paver placement, incorporating advanced geometric principles that ensure flawless execution.

Engineering 52

Engineering Structural Systems Foundation Systems Schedule Management 52

CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

What Is Geodetic Surveying? The geodetic surveying is that type of surveying which takes into account the curvature of the earth’s surface for achieving high precision using principles of geodesy. What Is Plane Surveying? Geodetic Surveying Vs Plane Surveying. National Geodetic Survey.

Surveying 52

Surveying Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 52

CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

What Is Geodetic Surveying? The geodetic surveying is that type of surveying which takes into account the curvature of the earth’s surface for achieving high precision using principles of geodesy. What Is Plane Surveying? Geodetic Surveying Vs. Plane Surveying. National Geodetic Survey.

Surveying 52

Surveying Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 8, 2024

To establish what exactly was underwater, McCarthy utilized divers as well as an unmanned survey vessel (USV) enabling them to maneuver safely and efficiently. Once the area had been surveyed, McCarthy used punches, demolition tools that could be dropped into the water to break up the debris into more manageable pieces before removal.

Building Resilience 147

Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Material Handling Schedule Management 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

By Ricardo Aguirre, CEO Steam systems serve as the backbone of numerous industrial processes, providing the essential thermal energy required for a wide range of applications across various sectors. To address these challenges, American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam) offers specialized services aimed at optimizing steam systems.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Foundation Systems Piping Installation 130

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Consolidation occurs naturally due to the structural load from the foundation. Consolidation is a natural process where soil below the building and other structures compacted by the transferred load to the soil through the provided foundation system. The foundation settlement will be reduced.

Roofing Systems 98

Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Surveying Structural Systems 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is proud to announce that four of raSmith’s cold-formed steel engineering projects have garnered recognition, receiving Design Excellence Awards from the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI). BROOKFIELD, Wis.

Engineering 130

Engineering Structural Systems Ceiling Systems Foundation Systems 130

CivilJungle

MAY 31, 2021

What Is Azimuths Surveying? Azimuths are also called whole circle bearing systems (W.C.B). Azimuths are used in compass surveying , plane surveying , where it is generally measured from the north. What Is Bearings Surveying? Difference Between Azimuths and Bearings in Surveying.

Surveying 52

Surveying Masonry Staircases Plumbing Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

The post The Importance of Topographical Surveys in Construction Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the realm of construction, the foundation of a successful project lies in meticulous planning and accurate data. Moreover, topographical surveys help in planning drainage systems effectively.

Surveying 52

Surveying Land Use Regulations Site Planning Risk Management 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Yet, many businesses and property owners underestimate the importance of measured building surveys , often skipping them to cut costs or speed up the project timeline. Below, we explore six major problems that can arise when you skip a measured survey for your office building.

Surveying 40

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

CivilJungle

APRIL 10, 2021

Levelling is one of the most important parts of surveying before starting the construction of roads , dams , or any other structures. It is a branch of surveying which deals with the measurement of the elevation of the point with respect to the datum level above or below the surface of the ground. What Is Levelling in surveying?

Surveying 52

Surveying Mapping Government Works Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“His strong educational foundation combined with extensive professional experience positions him well to contribute significantly to our firm.” For more information about McKim & Creed, visit www.mckimcreed.com.

Fire Protection Systems 130

Fire Protection Systems Plumbing Systems Foundation Systems Electrical Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The project team, led by STV as the overall task lead and subconsultant to Chen Ryan Associates (CRA), will design plans to replace the existing TPSS while minimizing impacts and delays to the system, maintaining the operational efficiency of MTS’s extensive 65-mile track network and keeping the system’s 300,000 weekday trips on schedule.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Space Camp and $7,500 for its school’s STEM program (provided by Finals sponsor Bentley Systems, Inc.). Both schools receive $750 for their organization’s STEM programs, sponsored by NCEES (National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying). NCEES , PMIEF , and the Overdeck Family Foundation.

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Foundation Systems Electrical Systems Engineering 130

Seven Multi-Site Solutions

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The success of any project heavily relies on accurate surveying, which forms the foundation for precise measurements, proper planning and seamless execution. Let’s immerse ourselves in the accuracy and efficiency of multi-site construction surveying, exploring the latest tools and methodologies that are shaping the industry.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Surveying Site Planning Foundation Systems 52

Construction Dive

DECEMBER 26, 2012

In preparation for potential challenges, the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation has created a task force to defend Snyder’s action. Ninety percent of surveyed executives reported that their companies are committed to environmentally sustainable practices. Similar bills have been introduced in 12 other states.

Green Building 120

Green Building Building Standards Environmental Consulting Surveying 120

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

How Do You Build a Solid Digital Foundation? Starting with a strong digital foundation is key because construction involves complex projects with multiple moving parts and a ton of data. Tech solutions like drones and 3D scanning also make it possible to survey potentially dangerous areas without putting workers at risk.

Modular Construction 52

Modular Construction Building Automation Safety Regulations Foundation Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The small footprint left little space for staging, and the geometry of the primary habitats meant that formwork coordination and prefabrication efforts would need to account for the numerous life support systems (LSS) and embedments prior to site delivery. The integration of software and hardware made this process very efficient and accurate.

Concrete Pouring 100

Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Surveying Site Planning 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 27, 2023

The structures comprise of a monopile foundation and internal grouted jacket, each monopile weighs in excess of 30t and has an embedded depth below seabed of 30m. Navigation lights and systems were also installed. Each structure is purpose-built, bespoke, and specific to the landscape characteristics of each location.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Renewable Energy Systems Steel Fabrication Project Management 130

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Then after architect consult with a structural engineer and MEP engineer for details of the reinforcements and other detail for use, how deep your foundation will be, the size of gravel to be used, column width, electrical, plumbing, etc. Land Survey. Foundation. I.e., the size of the foundation , depth, width, and length, etc.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

CivilJungle

JULY 1, 2021

Distance between two points (in a small area) is measured in chain survey. Horizontal angles between stations and objects are obtained in a compass survey with an accuracy of half a degree. Trigonometric leveling and tachymetric surveying are the two immediate examples of utilizing theodolite work, in addition to traversing.

Surveying 96

Surveying Plumbing Systems Building Standards Government Works 96

Rabbet

JANUARY 29, 2025

According to KPMGs 2015 Global Construction Survey , a staggering 69% of projects experienced cost overruns of 10% or more. Rabbets centralized data foundation eliminates these inefficiencies, enabling teams to prevent overruns before they occur. Cost overruns are a pervasive challenge in the construction industry.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Risk Management Building Automation 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

3 Survey results are publicly reported, so they greatly influence an organization’s reputation. 3 Survey results are publicly reported, so they greatly influence an organization’s reputation. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance.

Flooring Systems 95

Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 95

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Concerns around labor shortages, stagnation and recession, and the political climate all featured prominently among the biggest construction industry challenges in InEight’s recent Global Capital Projects Outlook survey. Others have pinpointed spiraling labor costs, inflation, and interest rate rises as major risks on the horizon.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Landscaping Risk Management Cost Control 147

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Data integration platforms facilitate faster connections between digital twins and IT/OT systems. The foundational data for digital twins are generated during design and construction processes. Richer built-in software functionality enables customers to deploy digital twin platforms with less customization. And for good reason.

Facility Management 98

Facility Management Foundation Systems Project Management Building Design 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

To tackle these concerns, roughly half of the civil contractors and civil engineers surveyed said they would allocate more resources toward recruitment. Paper forms manually completed must be entered into a system to allow for impactful analysis, opening the door to potential mistakes. Only then can we start to make the jobsite safer.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Cost Control Structural Systems 130

PN - Project Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Through automating routine inspections, drones streamline tasks that would otherwise require human intervention, such as surveying large plots of land or tracking the progress of structures. Drones provide unmatched accuracy when surveying land, mapping terrain, and capturing detailed measurements.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Control Project Management Land Use Regulations 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

This ambitious project–owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT)–is intended to create a direct connection between Cairo, the New Administrative Capital, and 6th of October City via a two-line rapid transit system. When completed, this will be the longest driverless monorail system in the world.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Public Works Government Works Foundation Systems 130

CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Whole circle bearing(WCB) and Quadrantal bearing(QB) are the two types of bearing which is used in the field of surveying for the purpose of measurement of the bearings. If the survey line falls between the first quadrant then the Whole Circle Bearing lies between the 0° to 90°. • Introduction of WCB Vs. QB. Whole Circle Bearing. •

Surveying 52

Surveying Foundation Systems Building Materials 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 21, 2023

That number rises as high as 25-33 percent for people living in certain areas along the BeltLine as sourced through the American Community Survey. eX² Technology manages and maintains the communications system as well as serves as the BeltLine’s exclusive commercialization partner. eX² Technology designed and installed a 15.7-mile

Infrastructure Development 130

Infrastructure Development Electrical Systems Project Management Foundation Systems 130

CivilJungle

JANUARY 20, 2021

The flexbow incorporated in the riser pipe acts as an adjustable valve which serves two purposes, firstly it controls the flow of water and air entering the Well Point system, and secondly it allows others to have a clear view of what is being pimped. A Well Point system consists of several closely spaced shallow wells of small diameter.

Piping Installation 52

Piping Installation Foundation Systems Plumbing Systems Wall Systems 52

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 24, 2021

What is a Raft Foundation? A raft foundation , also called a raft foundation , is essentially a continuous slab resting on the soil that extends over the entire footprint of the building, thereby supporting the building and transferring its weight to the ground. . Types of Foundation. Shallow foundations.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Building Design Wall Systems Structural Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

JULY 1, 2019

Source: UK RAC Foundation. After surveying all U.S. Incorporating a quality waterproofing system to protect aging bridges for the long term is essential in reducing ongoing maintenance and subsequent bridge closures. . Some important factors to consider when comparing waterproofing systems include: . billion RMB.

Waterproofing Systems 84

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Maintenance 84

Extranet Evolution

APRIL 13, 2023

When I wrote my book, “Construction Collaboration Technologies: An Extranet Evolution”, in 2005, I looked forward to a rosy collaborative future encompassing BIM, real-time collaboration, mobile technologies, and rich integration with back-office and others systems. to a typical project budget ”.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 69

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Collaboration Government Works Surveying 69

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

The post House Foundation Depths: UK Guide to Building Regulations & Requirements 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways House foundations in the UK typically range from 0.6 Tree proximity affects foundation depth requirements, with large trees (over 15m tall) necessitating minimum depths of 2.0m

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Standards Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

As we dive into the various types of shuttering materials and techniques, prepare to be amazed by the innovative systems that enable complex and unique structures to come to life. Best practices for shuttering in construction include proper surveying, planning, formwork removal, quality control and inspections.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Wall Systems Concrete Pouring 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

All residential and commercial buildings require sturdy, reliable foundations to remain structurally sound over decades of shifting soil, erosion, changing weather patterns, and typical wear-and-tear. But even modern engineering and construction cannot always prevent foundational issues from emerging.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems 52