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Allianz 2025 Top Risks for Construction Industry

CCR Magazine

Here is a look at their top industry risks for 2025: Natural Catastrophes Natural Catastrophes topped the list this year with 52% of Construction and Engineering respondents ranking this their number one concern, up from 38% in 2024. Total economic losses from natural catastrophes alone reached $310bn in 2024, according to Swiss Re.

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Is Your Construction Tendering Process Costing You Projects?

Develop Coaching

A 2024 survey shows most builders land only 40–50 % of the bids they enter, while top-organised firms reach 65 % or more. Profits are also tight: the Top 100 contractors made an average net profit of just 1.7 % in 2024 , down from 2.7 % the year before. Symptom Checker — Are You Bleeding Bids?

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

Construction Specifier

These include architectural and MEP systems, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other contents. Photo courtesy FEMA P-749, Earthquake-Resistant Design Concepts Recently updated seismic design criteria have been adopted into the 2024 edition of the International Building Code ( IBC ) to improve building performance and safety.

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The Role of IoT in Modern Home Construction

UK Construction Blog

billion in 2024 and then rise to over $400 billion by 2034. Once the frame is up, homes become equipped with IoT-ready systems, such as centralized hubs or mesh networks, enabling anything from voice-activated lighting to automatic blinds. For builders, this means designing houses that protect rather than stand by.

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World’s 1st 100% Digitally-Enabled Facility

CCR Magazine

Created as a model of post-2030 smart and sustainable construction, this 100% digitally-enabled facility integrates a diverse range of building systems technology (HVAC, lighting, building envelope, security, IT, and communications)”, said Paul Scarafile, Commercial Director, Canada, Armstrong Fluid Technology. “As

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Fire Doors vs Standard Doors: Essential Safety Knowledge for Building Professionals

UK Construction Blog

The post Fire Doors vs Standard Doors: Essential Safety Knowledge for Building Professionals appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One person dies every two days in the UK due to fires in buildings, and in many cases, the difference between survival and tragedy comes down to a single element: the doors. to earn their certification.