Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Sustainable site design is a hot topic in the AEC industry. As Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners, we are challenged to integrate conservation into site design, preserving the natural features of the land. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. Additionally, the environmental impact is lessened due to minimal shipping and packing materials delivered to the site and enhanced energy efficiency in the final construction.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

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

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 29, 2024

Instead of constructing factories that ship out modular containers, Cuby produces what it calls mobile micro factories that are set up near the construction site, like on a rented parking lot. We focus not on the home, the end product, but on the system,” Gampel says. “We Each transportable factory produces homes for a 300-mile radius.

Modular Construction 264

Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing HVAC Systems Plumbing Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

Engineering 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 7, 2023

It was thought that pulling through a new pipe wouldn’t be possible as it would hang up on the deformed inner wall of the old pipe. As well as being corrosion proof, it is flexible and ductile to go through a special die on the job site that makes it possible to be pulled inside a host pipe even when the pipe is not round.

Piping Installation 241

Piping Installation Wall Systems Structural Systems Mapping 241

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Alpha Testing utilized two on-site laboratories and up to 15 full-time field and laboratory personnel to serve the Bois d’Arc lake project that will span 16,641 acres. The 90-inch diameter Raw Water Pipeline travels 35 miles from the dam, delivering untreated water to the treatment plant. C Below, Inc., Terracon Consultants, Inc.,

Engineering 246

Engineering Historic Preservation Structural Systems Material Storage 246

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. From structural retaining walls and precast concrete solutions, Geoquest Australia brings decades of expertise to civil construction.

Controls Manufacturing 66

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Quality Control 66

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A heating recovery system uses the exhausted air to pre-heat and pre-cool incoming air before it’s delivered to the home. The factory panelizes the ceilings, floors, and walls, then brings all the elements together to form the module. Next year, it plans to create about 240 modules. Factory modular homebuilding process.

Building Resilience 264

Building Resilience Modular Construction Building Automation Flooring Systems 264

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.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

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.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To accommodate construction, the city of Seattle temporarily shifted the roadway near the aquarium, placing it in close proximity to the construction site. With an active highway below the construction site, safety for workers became paramount. That meant formwork closest to the roadway spanned over two lanes of traffic.

Wall Systems 130

Wall Systems Roofing Systems Site Planning Building Design 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Securing equipment trailers on construction sites is a critical task for any construction company, as theft can lead to significant financial losses, project delays, and even compromised worker safety. Here, we explore best practices and expert insights on how to secure equipment trailers on construction sites.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Site Planning Risk Management Project Management Consulting 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Prefabricated wall panels are individually manufactured in an offsite fabrication shop, complete with exterior cladding and fenestration, anchor system, water/air/vapor barrier(s) and flashing, insulation , and the structural framing. Building and site considerations. Images courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger. by Annemarie R.

Prefabrication 98

Prefabrication Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 98

The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2023

Round Top Homes Built With Eco Material's 3D Printing Mortar For the Round Top homes, Hive 3D worked with CyBe Construction to develop a small, mobile construction printer and mixing system that uses Eco Material’s cement replacement at high speed and quality. The Casitas units will be complete in a couple of months, Lankau says.)

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Resilience 246

BDC Network

MAY 29, 2024

Compelling Conversations: Panelized Walls for Multifamily Projects 1 kcichowicz Wed, 05/29/2024 - 10:37 Learn why a Colorado-based framing contractor favors panelized walls over traditional framing in APA’s Compelling Conversations. Ross Cohen explains why the company prefers panelized walls to other framing methods.

Wall Systems 105

Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Site Planning Quality Control 105

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.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Wall Systems 130

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.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Building Standards Health Regulations 52

Specification Product Update

MARCH 1, 2024

Hunter Douglas scored a win when its award-winning HeartFelt® felt ceiling system was installed in the new German Football Association (Deutscher Fußball-Bund – DFB) campus in Frankfurt am Main. The largest investment project in the history of the DFB, includes a 15-hectare site in the Niederrad district of the city.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Modular Construction Structural Systems 52

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 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2023

Kettelhut Professor of Civil Engineering , began work on the steel and concrete composite construction system, called SpeedCore, almost a decade ago with the technique’s creator, Ron Klemencic of the engineering firm Magnusson Klemencic Associates. Amit Varma , Purdue’s Karl H. and Terry L.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 130

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

A low-slung front façade includes a “concealed” garage and uses a combination of handmade bricks and traditional Japanese shou sugi ban siding, both of which also appear on select interior walls. The stair sits between a handmade brick wall and a wall of shou sugi ban siding like those on the exterior. acres / NO.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Wall Systems 130

Roads Online

JANUARY 4, 2024

For the first time, a new retaining wall system being used in a level crossing removal is set to innovate infrastructure projects across Australia. The integrated counterforts are jointed onsite to a structural concrete footing, which then forms a highly efficient and robust cantilever retaining wall.

Wall Systems 105

Wall Systems Concrete Pouring Infrastructure Development Risk Management 105

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

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

This shrink-swell cycle is most devastating in areas with heavy clay content in the soil as the constant expansion and contraction put much pressure on foundation walls and other structural members. The first one is site analysis. Failing to do so may result in very adverse effects.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Property Management 52

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.

HVAC System Installation 133

HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 133

Commercial Construction Blog

MARCH 27, 2018

Prefabricated elements such as pre-cast concrete walls, which Englewood installed for a Blain’s Farm & Fleet store in Romeoville, Ill., Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site.

Modular Construction 109

Modular Construction Prefabrication Millwork Building Materials Manufacturing 109

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Knowing the cost of masonry is essential for contractors for decision making about material selection and project planning. Reduce structural load, leading to savings on foundations and support systems. They also enhance indoor comfort while minimizing reliance on HVAC systems. Recycling water from masonry curing processes.

Masonry 52

Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

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.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Zoning Site Planning Building Materials 52

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.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

Referred to most often as TEAM2100, the UK Environment Agency’s Thames Estuary Asset Management 2100 Programme is the first step in a nearly century-long plan to manage tidal flood risk for the UK’s most important and famous river. million people and £321 billion pounds worth of property from tidal flooding. Through the insights that E.E.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Project Management Risk Management Mapping 130

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

The use of a durable concrete sleeper retaining wall that sits behind timber panels, has helped to preserve the authentic appearance of Ballarat’s famous Sovereign Hill. C overing 15 hectares of a former gold mining site, Sovereign Hill’s Outdoor Museum is a renowned living museum located in Ballarat, Victoria.

Historic Preservation 105

Historic Preservation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Controls Manufacturing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Understanding Design and Construction Schemes The bridge features existing piles, walls, and slabs that need refurbishing and were poorly maintained. During the initial project phase, the bridge had not been modeled, making it difficult for engineers and construction staff to visualize and fully grasp the design intent and construction plans.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Structural Systems Collaboration Project Management 130

BD+C

MARCH 22, 2023

This is enough to make anyone involved in construction projects anxious, but health systems face a host of additional pressures. Most notably, an aging population is driving an increased demand for services, and healthcare systems need to take steps now in order to meet those needs. The site itself can also pose a difficulty.

Prefabrication 97

Prefabrication Wall Systems Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 13, 2024

Investments in task planning, training, and fall-prevention equipment pay off By Jim Goss, Senior Safety Consultant, HCSS Falls are the leading cause of death on construction sites, representing more than 38 percent of all annual fatalities. 4] The new OSHA initiative aligns enforcement and outreach efforts to protect workers.

Construction Equipment 130

Construction Equipment Safety Regulations Site Planning Risk Management 130

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Acoustic Wall Panels Many modern commercial interiors are designed using the open floor plan concept. With fewer interior walls, the building achieves greater energy efficiency while promoting a brighter, more welcoming ambiance. To alleviate this concern, invest in acoustic wall panels.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Quality Control Building Controls Building Performance Measurement 52

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.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130