Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 9, 2023

3, 2023) Western Specialty Contractors – Minneapolis Branch is nearing completion of a project to restore a masonry wall section of the historic Wesley Church located at 101 E. Louis, MO, Aug. in downtown Minneapolis, MN. Substance Church contracted with Western in May 2023 to restore the building’s façade.

Historic Preservation 244

Historic Preservation Specialty Contracting Masonry Wall Systems 244

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. 15 asphalt felt.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

Construction Enquirer

JULY 3, 2023

British Offsite, the MMC specialist business owned by house builder Weston Group, has launched its £45m automated factory to produce light gauge steel panel systems for the industry. Once the factory is fully operational, it would run a two-shift system five days a week, employing around 180 people.

Building Automation 209

Building Automation Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 209

The Pro Builder

JULY 3, 2023

How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon ibush Mon, 07/03/2023 - 17:25 Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home Andrew Shipp A silent poison, a fatal gas, an invisible killer. homes has high radon levels.

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Piping Installation Foundation Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 228

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.

Building Materials Manufacturing 264

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Controls Manufacturing Building Materials 264

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. A commercial example of this approach is best represented by a hotel chain located in Redondo Beach, California whose owner chose a modular system.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Visitors are invited to stay as long as they wish and are offered several amenities, including computers, scanners, printers, a kitchenette with seating, lockers, a meeting room, a classroom, an interactive video wall, gallery, and all-gender restrooms, all intended to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment.

Historic Preservation 201

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 201

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2024

The post Enhancing Buildings with Modern Curtain Walling Systems appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Curtain walling is a type of cladding used in construction to protect buildings from weather and enhance their appearance. The primary types include stick systems, unitised systems, and specialized types like spider glass.

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Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Building Materials 62

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 23, 2020

Roof to wall flashing. house wrap / flashing / roof to wall. . Watch videos on how to properly install a self-adhered weather barrier to the wall, how to install window flashing tape, how to install roofing underlayments, and how to properly connect the house wrap system to the home's roofing underlayment.

Roofing Systems 117

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Masonry Inspection 117

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Knight Wall Systems today announcedthe appointment Roofing & Exterior Products Services (REPS) as its new manufacturers rep group for Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, according to Knights National Sales Manager, Travis Cacciatori. About Knight Wall Systems Knight Wall Systems Inc., </p>

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Wall Systems Roofing Systems Waterproofing Systems Green Building 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 4, 2023

This project ranks among the largest Thornton Tomasetti has designed for a tied back soldier pile and lagging system and is the most complex with regards to numbers and complexity of tieback installation. “We The central challenge of the renovation project became how to support the existing roof while work continued below it.

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems Historic Preservation 130

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

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.

Roofing Systems 59

Roofing Systems Piping Installation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 59

Construction Specifier

MARCH 14, 2024

has posted a new document addressing construction-generated moisture and its impact on commercial roofing systems. the trade association for the manufacturers of single-ply roofing systems and related component materials, has posted a new document addressing construction-generated moisture and its impact on commercial roofing systems.

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Roofing Systems Concrete Pouring Painting/finishing Structural Systems 103

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.

Roofing Systems 59

Roofing Systems Construction Management Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 59

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

CCCT with Kristin Beck, President of Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems & Lining -Video Apple Podcast Spotify Podcast CCCT sat down with Kristin Beck, President of Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems & Lining, which delivers the highest quality roofing, wall, and lining systems to solve customers’ challenges and evolve how tomorrow is built.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Sustainability 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. One key strategy for reducing the built environment’s impact on climate change is through the construction of more energy-efficient building envelope systems. by Marcin Pazera, PhD.

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Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 102

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2024

She found her passion in building enclosure consulting, with particular expertise in new construction consulting on BECx projects to create well-functioning and integrated building systems. Colleen is an active participant across the AEC industry, notably as a member of the American Institute of Architects, U.S.

Building Commissioning 130

Building Commissioning Building Design Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems 130

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.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Piping Installation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 52

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. Its prefab panels don’t contain electrical or plumbing systems. Think of them as homes that are both prefab and predesigned.

Building Performance Measurement 264

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Building Codes 264

Civiconcepts

MARCH 4, 2021

The seismic force-resisting system in structural engineering is designed to resist lateral forces like earthquake shocks, and wind loads are called shear walls. Constructing the shear wall is described in the ‘international Building Code’ and ‘International Residential Code’. What Is a Shear Wall?…

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Building Codes Flooring Systems 98

The Pro Builder

JULY 13, 2023

Horton’s purchase of 250,000 Plantd panels will be used for wall sheathing and roof decking. The startup estimates that with its system, it can produce the same amount of material as wood OSB while using nine times less land —due to the fast-growth rates of grass-farming coupled with its near-zero waste production process.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Structural Systems Electrical Systems 246

The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

13, WPBF 25 reports, and uses a building system consisting of blocks that interlock much like toy Lego bricks. Renco, short for renewable composite, claims its blocks are 23 times stronger than concrete, are less expensive, and that projects using its building system can be finished more quickly than traditional construction.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

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. With the challenge of the location of this project, it was necessary that parts of our systems would have to span over the roadway”, said Barry Humphreys, sales engineer at PERI.

Wall Systems 130

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Site Planning Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 14, 2023

This series follows Tony Bouquot, MBMA general manager, as he visits unique and inspiring metal building systems around the country. Our Building Systems members produce some amazing metal building systems,” notes Bouquot, “and I get to see them when I visit companies across the country. “A

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Facility Management 130

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.

Sustainability 95

Sustainability Plumbing Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems 95

The Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2024

Looking at national averages for itemized costs, NAHB broke down the costs into eight major stages of construction—site work, foundations, framing, exterior finishes, major systems rough-ins, interior finishes, final steps, and other—and a total of 36 subcategories within those eight stages. of the total construction costs.

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Building Commissioning Roofing Systems Wall Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Underground utility tunnels play a vital role in the continuous functioning of utility services on campus such as steam, chilled water, electricity, domestic water, and telecom systems, housing and protecting the piping and cables necessary to each. found a stretch of brick tunnel from the 1920s in surprisingly good condition given its age.

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Structural Systems Wall Systems Inspection 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Renovation work included significant reinforcement of the original structure, restoration of historic interior trim, and upgrading modern mechanical and fire safety systems through original masonry walls. Many of the original doors have been restored and fixed in place on unit walls and throughout hallways.

Historic Preservation 100

Historic Preservation HVAC System Installation Wall Systems HVAC Systems 100

Specification Product Update

JUNE 5, 2024

CMS Danskin Acoustics has supplied an innovative sound reducing underlayment, designed specifically for external use, as part of the roof systems at the prestigious new 38 Berkeley Square development in Mayfair, London. Installation was undertaken by All Metal Roofing.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 30, 2024

Time had taken its toll on the iconic building, which had a leaking roof and obsolete building systems which contributed to a drag on the university’s operating budget. Central to the preservation effort was also replication of the library’s curtain wall module and cedar brise soliel (sun shade) on its south façade.

Historic Preservation 130

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 130

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 2, 2020

From the Roof to the Walls: How to Properly Waterproof Homes. Make sure to examine these three critical areas: Roofing. One of the biggest challenges in roofing is keeping water from leaking through. By its nature, water runs down a roof. Roofs are a source of everlasting concern. Phillip.fry@gc….

Roofing Systems 117

Roofing Systems Waterproofing Systems Wall Systems Building Materials 117

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

Wall Systems 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

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. Once the tower clears the 2 nd floor roof and extends into the light court, the upper floors cantilever over the building and allow a slightly larger floor plate.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2023

Serving as a rainscreen system, these energy efficient panels also provide an air gap that allows water drainage and evaporation of moisture that can accumulate behind the cladding panel. Metal wall panel systems have different benefits and are available in a variety of colors, designs and materials.

Fire Protection System Installation 130

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Fire Protection Systems 130