Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In this biennial competition, the world’s most impressive structural construction projects that use Tekla solutions are judged in eight categories on criteria such as Use of BIM and Collaboration, Innovative Use of Tekla Software, Constructibility, Environmental Benefits and Cool Factor.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 201

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Steel Fabrication Building Codes 201

Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Panelized construction, although used for decades, has reached a new level of sophistication and use in recent years. To clarify, panelization is not modular construction. With the latter, entire sections of the building are constructed and finished, all the way down to the carpet, tile, vanities, and toilet paper holders.

Wall Systems 95

Wall Systems Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 95

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 facade’s stainless-steel material is both delicate and lightweight, mimicking the qualities of fabric.

Energy Efficiency 105

Energy Efficiency Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Wall Systems 105

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The post The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Quality control systems now include 3D scanning to verify dimensional accuracy and structural testing to confirm load-bearing capabilities before installation begins.

Staircases 52

Staircases Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Controls Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

The post 7 Innovative Sustainable Building Materials Shaping the Future of Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainability is arguably the most important consideration in the modern construction landscape. Keep reading for a look at 7 sustainable building materials shaping the future of construction.

Building Materials 64

Building Materials Sustainability Steel Fabrication Roofing Systems 64

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 23, 2007

An idea whose time seems to have arrived is the use of stockpiled shipping containers as modular units for building homes. 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. Building with Shipping Containers.

Green Building 81

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Roofing Systems 81