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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.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 20, 2025
In this presentation, Grey provided an overview of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Code updates that impact faade design including requirements for air leakage, thermal bridging and the envelope backstop calculations. Moving forward, buildings permitted after July 1, 2023, will need to comply with the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Code.
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Construction Specifier
APRIL 9, 2025
Sections of the project, such as the foundations and the tilt-up walls, were identified as appropriate for specifying the design strength at 56 days. In addition, the city required the project to install photovoltaics (PV) on the buildings roof. Meeting the tight timeline Speed was also of the essence for this project.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
A massive vault located in its basement will house a thermal storage system being built out by Willmeng that will connect to the TDUP. When Okland and Willmeng broke ground during fall 2023, McCarthy was wrapping up its Gateway structure and Haydon was performing preconstruction, says Willmeng project manager Josh Teates.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2025
The first global stocktake in 2023 analyzed countries progress toward these markers and chart solutions moving forward, with subsequent reviews occurring every five years after that. Minor building repairs and upgrading interior elements, such as lighting, mechanical systems, and appliances, are not sufficient.
The Construction Index
JULY 17, 2025
With its 14-metre-tall dome now in place, the second 44-metre-high reactor building is now ready for the installation of the nuclear reactor and equipment.
The Construction Index
JULY 22, 2025
The installation of air source heat pumps , comprehensive upgrade works to heating and ventilation systems, plus the installation of solar panels mounted to the roof of the new extension, will all improve energy efficiency.
Natural Building
JULY 26, 2025
The interior of the structure, which had been vacant for more than 30 years, had crumbling mortar, broken windows, a damaged roof and rooms filled with debris, junk and pests. ” Once the interior was empty, Maddalena and Vincent were free to take on one of the biggest jobs of their renovation: the old roof.
The Construction Index
JULY 1, 2025
Key features of the restoration include the replacement of the roof, with a new steel structure fabricated in-house and topped with natural slate integrated with solar PV tiles. This is expected to generate more than 40,000 kWh of renewable energy a year.
The Construction Index
JULY 8, 2025
Externally, plans include a secure roof terrace at the building’s southern side, with outdoor learning and play areas positioned around the school. The school is designed to achieve net zero emissions in operation, thanks to the building design and solar panels on the roof. EDF reduces Sizewell C stake to 12.5% stake in Sizewell C.
The Construction Index
JUNE 12, 2025
Architecturally, the centre has been designed with pitched roofs and large windows to maximise natural light and blend with the local environment. Targeting a BREEAM Very Good rating, the building will be fully electric, using air source heat pumps and renewable energy systems to minimise costs.
The Construction Index
JUNE 25, 2025
He said that the damage to the Sands Centre roof in Carlisle, another Cubby project, during Storm Eowyn in early 2025 had compounded the problems. Most recent Cubby accounts, for the year to 31 st May 2023, show revenue of £24m. Cubby had itself acquired Finlaysons Contracts, based in the Scottish Borders contractor, in 2020.
The Construction Index
JUNE 22, 2025
On 25 th May 2023, 42-year-old Sylwester Zdunczyk was working with a team on the warehouse roof, removing aluminium over-sheeting. On 25 th May 2023, 42-year-old Sylwester Zdunczyk was working with a team on the warehouse roof, removing aluminium over-sheeting. the roof Got a story?
The Construction Index
JULY 7, 2025
Cardo Group was created in 2023 when social housing maintenance contractor LCB Group was sold by its founder, Liam Bevan, to private equity group Buckthorn Partners. It has since acquired Osborne Property Services, Jefferies Contractors, A&N Lewis, HeatCare Oil & Gas, Rodgers & Johnston, Breyer Roofing and SERS Energy Solutions.
The Construction Index
JUNE 26, 2025
Sharmans specialises in commercial roof maintenance and refurbishment systems Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG), a provider of specialist services to the construction and facilities management sectors, has taken over roofing contractor HD Sharman Group (HDSG). Last year iot made £2.4m pre-tax profit on £18m turnover.
The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2025
Muir Timber Systems recently secured a contract with SIM Building Group for 22 affordable homes at Whitehill Court in East Dunbartonshire A survey of more than 80 UK timber frame manufacturers that build homes and schools reveals “a sector with growing pressure on its shoulders and diminishing clarity about how to meet it”, according to its authors.
For Construction Pros
JUNE 10, 2025
For example, all Vanguard lithium-ion batteries are equipped with an integrated Battery Management System (BMS). For instance, electric equipments ability to be used indoors, even after walls and a roof are in place, opens up new uses for contractors. Rental agreements may need to specify guidelines for such indoor use.
The Construction Index
JULY 20, 2025
Thousands of homeowners taking advantage of government grants for energy efficiency improvements in recent years have had their homes blighted by inappropriate solid wall insulation causing mould and damp because of lack of ventilation. Peckham MP Miatta Fahnbulleh is minister for energy consumers.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
The building can move 5 ft laterally in any direction thanks to a state-of-the-art seismic protection system with 56 base isolators. A custom glazing system features structural dampers, continuous 28-ft glass panels and extruded bronze mullions. The roof is the top flange. Well, this concrete building is exactly that.
The Construction Index
JULY 1, 2025
It becomes a fifth division for the Elliott group, alongside Elliotts Builder’s Merchants, Elliotts Living Spaces, Elliotts Premier Roofing and the recently acquired Futuremost Group. Although under new ownership, New Forest Hire will retain its current trading name and people, with day-to-day operations unchanged.
Construction Dive
JULY 23, 2025
Published July 23, 2025 Lindsey Wilkinson Reporter post share post print email license OpenAI's website on April 7, 2023 in Vancouver, Canada. Named Baltimore Magazine's 2025 Best Roofing Company From Roland Slate Service Co., gigawatt commitment will create more than 100,000 construction and operations roles in the U.S.,
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
It includes a total of seven buildings erected together to create an all-in-one complex with a standing seam metal roof and insulated metal wall panels. was the metal building systems provider. was the metal building systems provider. Chief Buildings was the metal building manufacturer and provided the metal roof.
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. Substance Church contracted with Western in May 2023 to restore the building’s façade. Louis, MO, Aug. in downtown Minneapolis, MN.
The Pro Builder
JUNE 2, 2023
Styrofoam’s Promise for Hurricane-Proof Homes qpurcell Fri, 06/02/2023 - 12:29 Styrofoam. Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP). Vero's lineup of 13 prefabricated components are designed to be customized for any project.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 4, 2023
June 30, 2023): The winner of the DFI’s 2023 Outstanding Project Award is the Climate Pledge Arena project in Seattle by Thornton Tomasetti. This distinction requires that the roof, curtain wall and exterior concrete elements be preserved as part of the renovation with virtually zero impacts to their aesthetics.
The Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Boston’s First Passive House-Certified Homes qpurcell Tue, 11/28/2023 - 13:10 It was -10 degrees Fahrenheit during a brutal Boston winter. But inside one of three Brucewood Homes , it was a relatively pleasant 55 degrees—with the heating system turned off. Inside the glass wall stands a sculptural staircase made of steel and white oak.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home ldeakins Thu, 09/21/2023 - 07:00 Not only can energy-efficient home products save homeowners extra cash each month by lowering utility bills, but according to a 2022 report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , they can also improve a home's resale value.
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.
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.
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.
The Pro Builder
JULY 13, 2023
Horton Buys 250,000 Grass-Made, Structural Panels from Plantd qpurcell Thu, 07/13/2023 - 09:24 The nation’s largest homebuilder, D.R. Horton’s purchase of 250,000 Plantd panels will be used for wall sheathing and roof decking. What makes the panels alternative? The company’s collaboration with D.R.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
But the neighborhood’s newest addition fits right in, blending modern with a hint of Japanese inspiration and a nature-focused aesthetic that earned it the coveted Home of the Year award in the Best in American Living Awards (BALA) for 2023. It also was designed to take advantage of a community solar program.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 27, 2023
The work of these architects and building professionals shows why copper’s adaptability sets the highest standard for sustainable roofs, cornices, cladding, wall systems, and decorative ornamentation.” Full details and photos of the 2023 winners are now featured in the portfolio of architectural projects on CDA’s website.
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.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 15, 2024
The data is from NAHB's construction cost survey, published in 2023, which presents national averages (rather than a specific geographical breakdown) and shows the total construction costs for the “average” single-family home. Of the 36 subcategories, framing, including the home’s roof, accounts for the biggest chunk at 15.5%
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 13, 2023
Woburn, Massachusetts (April 2023) – As an industry leader committed to sustainability, RHEINZINK introduces RHEINZINK-prePATINA® ECO ZINC architectural zinc products. Effective February 2023, only certified reduced-carbon zinc is used to produce RHEINZINK-prePATINA ECO ZINC products.
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.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design. U-value, 0.27
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 22, 2023
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) platinum-rated Burwell Center for Career Achievement in Denver, Colorado, designed by Lake | Flato Architects with executive architects Shears Adkins Rockmore Architects (SAR+), featuring construction by Roof Check, Inc. with metal work by Exterior Sheet Metal, Inc.
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.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 25, 2023
Two Ipe wood terraces, sheltered by a roof and wall trellis, compliment the interior spaces, while a green roof surrounds all living and sleeping areas. The lobby serves as the primary first level circulation, mediating between a tree grove and a history wall, displaying the fire department’s rich history and tradition.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
By Luke Carothers Completed in the Spring of 2023, 555 Greenwich is a 16-story office building in New York City that has been drawing attention for its new “circular energy infrastructure” approach to sustainability. To avoid settlement in the new building, Rodney says the team ended up having to dig down to the bedrock.
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