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.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In addition, NileBuilt has eliminated wood trusses and soffits, instead using a steel-bar joist system and a concrete top coat for the roofs. NileBuilt has begun raising capital through equity crowdfunding and plans to go public in the next two or three years. How to Build a Home That Won’t Combust?

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

but one that needs to take place if home builders want to successfully transition from on-site stick-building to an off-site or factory-built model for the bulk of their structural needs. Beazer Homes partnered with Entekra , a panelized systems provider in Modesto, Calif., Photo: Jeff A.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

These professionals handle everything from initial planning to the final walkthrough, ensuring the project meets both functional and aesthetic goals. From designing blueprints to managing on-site work, a construction company brings together skilled professionals, materials, and processes to create structures that last.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

On construction sites, the damage caused by the EoW can lead to severe costs totalling in the hundreds of thousands of pounds (even with insurance in deductibles) and delays. Staying Alert With AI Managing water usage in real time requires a combination of hardware and software: a system of water sensors, flow meters, valves, and apps.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2024

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof. 1 One of the cardinal rules of roof design is to provide adequate slope for drainage of storm water off the roof.

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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

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. Roofing project for 228-unit multifamily housing in Worcester, Mass. rcassidy Fri, 10/27/2023 - 10:02 GAF Roofing project completed on time, despite New England winter weather conditions. Based in Westport, Mass.,

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

That said, this article will unravel strategies that resonate with professionals, from those who meticulously plan projects to those who wield the tools on-site. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. Ensure equipment is maintained and used safely.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

One such solution that has gained significant traction in recent years is the use of scaffolding temporary roof systems. In this blog post, we delve into the world of temporary roofing, examining its benefits, popular solutions, and how to choose the right system for your project.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Construction defects typically stem from poor workmanship, substandard materials, improper site preparation, or inadequate maintenance.

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Roads Online

MARCH 20, 2025

The first use of Geoquest Australias EcoStrap HA reinforcements at a project in Victoria, which allowed for the reuse of site won materials as backfill for mechanically stabilised earth walls. With design, manufacturing and project management under one roof, the company ensures quality, safety and cost-efficiency.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. You can consider various installation options if you plan to have one. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground. Examine The Roofing System.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Reducing commercial energy consumption on construction sites is both an economic and environmental priority for companies looking to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The roof of the pavilion would transform into a public plaza that overlooks the Seattle oceanfront, complete with walkways and greenery. To accommodate construction, the city of Seattle temporarily shifted the roadway near the aquarium, placing it in close proximity to the construction site.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 25, 2023

The 1,970-m 2 (21,200-sf) building’s plan and massing are centered around a two-story apparatus bay, with full-height glass doors on both the north and south elevations, allowing for ample daylight and a connection to the surrounding community.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

Key Changes The regulations focus on several areas: Energy Efficiency : New homes must have better insulation and airtightness, potentially with lower U-values for walls, roofs, and windows. Heating Systems : Gas boilers will likely be banned, with a shift to low-carbon options like heat pumps. W/mK or lower.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. Many types of prefab materials, such as louvered pergolas, steel buildings, and vinyl fence gate kit systems, leverage machinery and automation in the factory.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Thirty-six percent of site area is designed to support vegetation, featuring “flow-through” planters which act like swales, drought-tolerant plants, and habitat-friendly landscaping; with 90 percent of landscaped areas covered by native or climate-appropriate plants, providing a habitat for migratory birds along the Pacific Flyway.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pre-planned worksite LED lighting layouts present cost-saving opportunities and mitigate redundant workload while safeguarding construction workers and passersby. Sports Field Construction Project Benefits: Facility managers and project managers benefit from significant cost savings when an adaptive outdoor lighting plan is utilized.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. The most trustworthy builders carry proper insurance and provide clear contracts that spell out warranty terms, project timelines, and backup plans. Some even extend coverage to 15 years for structural elements. Maximum height: 4.3m

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Tekla software assisted in managing the complex presetting of the more than 2,500 meters of roof, ensuring the right camber after erection. The team applied laser scanning for the initial design and on-site comparison of the as-built situation with the data model in Tekla Structures.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

acre site will include 16 parking spaces for tractor-trailers and 83 car parking spaces. The floor will be a 7-inch fiber-reinforced concrete slab, the walls will consist of 10-inch insulated precast concrete, and the 30-year EPDM roof will lie over 6 inches of continuous insulation. The team plans to complete the project in Q4 2025.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 3, 2015

You own a construction business and your electrical, plumbing, painting, and roofing crews are all over town at multiple sites performing various jobs. There is no software to download, nor text or data plan to purchase. How do you communicate with and keep track of these employees that don’t report to your home office?

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

An architect prepare plan according to building requirement, a number of flats, shops based on your requirements also budget. After planning and structural detailing finished, these details are transferred into the building estimator. All drawing like Plan, Elevation, Section. Site Clearance. Floor Slab or Roof Structure.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2023

The fluted design of the Doric column unfolds on the facade, referencing its predecessor in an abstract way, while creating an undulating pilaster surface adding a protective layer over a thin rainscreen system. The building layout follows a straightforward division within the mat building plan.

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Commercial Construction Blog

MARCH 27, 2018

Using prefabricated construction components (elements that are manufactured off-site and then delivered to the construction site for installation) or a modular construction model (where entire building sections are constructed in a plant facility and delivered for on-site assembly) certainly has the potential to improve efficiencies.

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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.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

By positioning the bands on the building perimeter, an open and column-free floor plan is created, offering maximum flexibility for interior planning. The elevator and utility core of the building are offset to the south, freeing up the office interiors and providing further floor plan flexibility. Natural site cooling.

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BDC Network

MAY 29, 2024

Ross Cohen: The first reason for moving away from traditional site-built/stick framing to off-site-built components was to ensure complete and correct construction to create “trade-ready” floors as multifamily buildings are constructed. Ross: Site-built or factory-built, the sheathing specification is typically unchanged.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

The high-performance house has a geothermal HVAC system, spray foam insulation, certified green framing lumber, certified green windows and doors, and a sustainably sourced cedar shake roof. ARCHITECT AND LAND PLANNING (ENTRANT): LRK , Memphis BUILDER / DEVELOPER / INTERIOR DESIGNER: Lifestyle Communities , Columbus, Ohio SIZE: 4.5

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

During an open house at the Terran Robotics site in Bloomington, Indiana, visitors got a close-up look and demonstration of a cable-driven, 80-pound robot designed and built by mechanical engineer Nick Ely with funds from the National Science Foundation. Adobe homes are sound proof, fire resistant and energy efficient.

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Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 14, 2023

Wall panel system construction is gaining popularity due to its labor and time savings to erect a building envelope. Precast concrete walls with conventional steel roof framing are one option to use on a large commercial building. Wolgast can design and/or build your precast panel system construction. Each 10,000+ lb.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

Eventually, California’s HSR system will link more than 800 miles of rail, by way of up to 24 stations. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station.

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cnstrctr

APRIL 7, 2019

Learning how to prepare a construction plan can take years and multiple projects before you are exposed to enough information. With that said building a construction plan is simple if you use these easy to follow steps. What Is A Construction Plan? When Should I Develop The Plan and Who Should Be Involved?

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

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