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UK Construction Blog
MAY 2, 2025
The post Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Installation requires precise techniques including a minimum 150mm end bearing on each side, proper alignment for cavity walls, and temporary supports for longer spans to ensure structural integrity.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. 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.
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
Construction Specifier
JUNE 6, 2025
AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires.
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. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.
Specification Product Update
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Fire resistant glazing and fire-rated glass door-sets manufactured by Promat UK have been installed to provide assured passive fire protection whilst maintaining high levels of natural light in key communal areas within a major new build-to-rent (BTR) development in South Yorkshire.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
Structural and Infrastructural Improvements These renovations address the core systems and structural elements of your home: Rewiring : Complete electrical rewiring of a three-bedroom house costs approximately 3,000-5,000. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
While traditional orangery installations can cost upwards of £50,000, oak framed orangery kits offer an attractive alternative that combines authentic craftsmanship with significant cost savings. The cost-effectiveness represents one of the most compelling advantages of choosing kit form over fully installed orangeries.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA), the leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry,published the fourth edition of its HVAC Duct Systems Inspection Guide , which is available digitally and in print.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
Original roof structures were typically designed to support only the roof covering and wind loads, not the additional dead and live loads associated with habitable spaces. Steel beam installation often becomes necessary to redistribute loads effectively.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
Superior material properties include excellent chemical resistance, fire retardancy, sound insulation, and waterproofing capabilities, with minimal water absorption (less than 0.5%) ensuring long-term durability in challenging environments. The material’s sound and heat insulating properties add value in architectural applications.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
Poirier Designed to connect directly with the city of Los Angeles, the David Geffen Galleries is itself a sculpture, featuring exposed architectural concrete. The building can move 5 ft laterally in any direction thanks to a state-of-the-art seismic protection system with 56 base isolators. Raw, untouched finishes.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2023
Architectural sheet metal panels, like ACM and MCM, are becoming an increasingly popular exterior cladding option for new construction and building renovations. ACM/MCM is a lightweight composite material consisting of two aluminum cover sheets and a fire-rated core. The design possibilities are endless.”
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.
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.
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Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. References.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems. Optimized for the Sport Court sports like tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball often come with defined guidelines for building peak height and roof slope to allow for the necessary space around the playing surface boundaries.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 7, 2022
Drop-out ceilings provide an alternative to ‘poke-through’ sprinkler installations and avoid the need to install drops from sprinkler mains so sprinklers can penetrate the ceiling and discharge water into the room below. Architectural situations. Install ceiling grid. Install sprinkler drops in center of grid spaces.
Specification Product Update
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. The project required a large fire resistant screen complete with fire doors to compartmentalise two areas of the building.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 17, 2009
Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The dense pack cellulose makes the walls highly fire resistant and extremely quiet.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 1, 2024
But unlike the sleek glass and steel facades that often define them, the roofs protecting these structures are rarely given a second thought. Suddenly, the roof – that often-overlooked element – becomes a top priority. Exploring Modern Roofing Options The commercial roofing landscape is no longer dominated by a single material.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 14, 2024
PTFE tensile membrane roof and will serve as a prime destination for concerts, shows, cultural events and more in the Doral area. Our PTFE tensile membrane amphitheater structure will offer durability and protection from the elements while requiring minimal maintenance. The structure features a cutting-edge 10,600 sq.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
Key Takeaways Metal cladding is highly durable, resistant to water damage, corrosion, fire, pests, and adverse weather, offering long-term savings and minimal maintenance needs. With a robust design, box profile sheets of 0.7mm thickness are particularly suitable for roofing due to their enhanced durability.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
Significant snow drifts can overstress the roof; gusts can down powerlines or produce significant wind chill, causing improperly insulated pipes to freeze more quickly. It is important to routinely ensure the roof is free of debris and clear out all gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water drainage.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 11, 2021
These opaque glass assemblies are integrated into glazing systems, such as glass curtain walls or window walls, to provide visual continuity with adjacent vision glass to render an all-glass look to the building façade. Like a glass panel, spandrel assemblies are often ‘glazed into’ the framing ( e.g. aluminum mullions) of glazing systems.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
In this article, we’ll explore the top choices, benefits, and installation tips for timber cladding. Correct installation techniques and the use of protective coatings are crucial to enhancing the longevity and performance of timber cladding, ensuring it remains an eco-friendly and visually appealing choice.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Other project team members included environmental, geotechnical and civil engineer Matrix New World Engineering; mechanical and electrical engineer Jaros, Baum & Bolles/Lightbox Studios; and plumbing, fire protection and fire alarm engineer JFK&M Consulting Group. Unistress Corporation fabricated the precast system.
Natural Building
MARCH 12, 2020
All of these building systems, when properly protected by a thick layer of earthen or other natural plasters, are highly fire-resistant – an increasing concern in our wildfire-ravaged world. In the background, several people are stripping bark from round poles for roof beams and rafters.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Metal Barns – Used on farms for protecting animals, hay, and equipment. Benefits of Metal Buildings Several factors contribute to the increasing popularity of metal buildings & garages across various sectors: Durability – Withstands damage from fire, animals, snow, wind, and earthquakes extremely well.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. Often, it is a range of issues happening with increasing frequency that indicate it is time for an update.
Natural Building
MAY 20, 2021
Windcatchers are a great example of the marriage between architectural design and the environment to help keep your house cool. It is a good idea to protect the exterior from direct sunlight. You can install protective coverings like canvas, awnings or overhangs to prevent the sun from hitting the roof and walls of your house directly.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped. Racking systems play an outsized role when owners plan warehouse layout. If the type and amount of goods your facility stores or distributes varies, a stand-alone system might be best.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 18, 2024
Upgrading heating and cooling systems ensures a consistent, comfortable indoor climate regardless of external weather conditions. Personalization can also extend to technologically advanced improvements like smart home systems that reflect a homeowner’s lifestyle, offering both convenience and a modern touch.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2025
Many materials and installation practices contribute to air- and moisture-resistant building envelopes, with weather-resistant barriers (WRBs) playing a pivotal role. All four properties should be present in WRB for optimal functionality and home/structure protection. The 2018 International Building Code (IBC) Section 1403.2
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Natural lighting and indoor-outdoor living spaces continue to drive architectural decisions. Storage solutions and organizational systems attract buyers focused on clutter-free living. Environmental Impact Sustainable building materials and energy-efficient systems attract environmentally conscious buyers.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 26, 2024
Your home garage serves multiple vital roles, from vehicle parking protection to valuable storage real estate and hobby workshop sanctuaries. All-Weather Vehicle Protection A garage’s number one job is shielding cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, and other vehicles from the elements.
CivilJungle
JUNE 1, 2022
Simply, retrofitting is repairing and modifying the existing structure into a new stable structure that protects it from flooding or dangers such as high winds and earthquakes. Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. Why Need Retrofitting?
Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
These two countries have thriving construction sectors characterized by large-scale infrastructure projects, residential and commercial developments, and innovative architectural designs. These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Many architectural materials have a place in healthcare design but must meet stringent performance standards before they are deemed appropriate for these demanding environments. Within outdoor and mid-door spaces, metal fabric enables airflow while maintaining safety, such as railing infill or fall protection along rooftop perimeters.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Install Impact Windows for Style and Safety Installing impact windows is a renovation that significantly enhances both the look and functionality of your home. Not only do these windows add a sleek, modern appearance, but they also offer crucial protection against storms, strong winds, and break-ins.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2025
For example, incorporating proper drainage systems prevents water from pooling, which can weaken foundations or surfaces. UV-resistant coatings protect materials from fading under the sun, while frost-proof foundations safeguard structures during harsh winters. These options give projects a unique character while minimizing waste.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Partnering with longtime client WinnDevelopment we’ve been able to salvage the historic structure, provide a catalyst for future investment in downtown Springfield, bring vitality back to this central location, and retain the important architectural fabric that provides generations with pride of place.”
CivilJungle
JANUARY 7, 2021
It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. For slope protection with wire mesh and in some confined areas wherever prosaic concreting canno t be done. Also, Read: What Is Pitched Roof | Types of Pitched Roof | Advantages of Pitched Roof.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 5, 2017
operations and record keeping, trash-recycle removal, security services, service contracts, utility charges (electric, gas/oil, water), insurance (fire, liability, operating equipment) and taxes. and its systems, equipment, and occupants/users to perform their intended function. activities, or to protect life and property.
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