UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Weatherproof outlets mounted 48 inches from the floor protect connections from moisture and damage. Weatherproof outlets mounted 48 inches from the floor protect connections from moisture and damage.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

Modern codes still demand at least 25 mm of clear drainage, so design depth accordingly. Hybrid bead-and-foam systems lock particles with a thin adhesive mist, stopping settlement on high-rise façades buffeted by stack pressure. Without these, insulation slumps, ties corrode and call-backs eat profit faster than rising damp.

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Develop Coaching

JULY 25, 2025

The rest of this guide will show you how to lift your win rate while still protecting your margin on every job. Bids are finished minutes before the portal shuts. Build a live compliance vault online. When the next tender drops, your team drags the right files straight into the bid instead of launching a late-night fire-drill.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. You’re not alone. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

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.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

From vehicle movement to storage systems and staff workflows, every detail plays a role in keeping people protected and operations running smoothly. Falling objects from racking systems, exposure to loud noise, and respiratory hazards from dust or chemicals further complicate the picture. Visibility plays a big role as well.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 26, 2025

Seems simple, but every door opening has its own performance level and codes dictate this. These standards require that consumers be made aware of the three key areas in which these products have been tested, including security, durability, and finish. 1 Door hardware is a part of green building initiatives.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

Published June 18, 2025 Matthew Thibault Reporter post share post print email license The skyline of Austin, Texas, with the state capitol building in sight. At this time, it has only been tested within the residential building plan review permitting process, Sanchez said. Please let us know if you have feedback.

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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.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Raw, untouched finishes. After four years of work, this $715-million museum is nearing the finish line under a CMAR team that includes contractor Clark Construction and architect-of-record Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). Photo courtesy of Clark Construction June 16, 2025 Concrete and glass. A single level. No interior columns.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2025

Roller shutters create a protective barrier that shields against extreme weather, including strong winds and heavy rainfall. Your home stays cooler in summer and warmer in winter naturally, which means your heating and cooling systems don’t have to work as hard. Homeowners find solar-powered systems a game-changing option.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For example, improved performance may be desired in a mechanical system intake plenum that will be exposed to rain and snow that infiltrates the louver, or at some other unique interior application. Unfortunately, the use of exterior-grade waterproofing within interior space has fire- and life-safety code implications that require analysis.

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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. Writing a strong, generic specification for FRTW helps ensure code-compliant FRTW will be installed, competition will be encouraged, and ultimately performance and value for the owner will be delivered. Part 1: General.

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BD+C

MARCH 31, 2023

Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 29, 2021

All images courtesy BASF Wall Systems. Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) are above-grade, exterior wall claddings used across the country on residential and commercial buildings. Some of the innovations have occurred in new finish appearances. Drivers for new finish options.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 16, 2023

However, as a key part of what provides the integrity of the structure, that steel must be protected to ensure it retains its strength in the event of a catastrophic fire. 1 However, the AISC guidelines make only minimal reference to IFRM coatings in the AESS category system, generally referring to these coatings as “smooth.”

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BDC Network

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

With their exceptional strength, ability to withstand substantial forces, inherent fire resistance, and corrosion-resistant options, HSS offer reliable protection for structures required to endure and recover from the impacts of natural disasters involving wind, flooding, fire, and seismic activity. Approximately 1.5

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Construction Specifier

JULY 24, 2024

By Heather Bender Images courtesy Clopay Corporation Fire-rated counter doors are a staple for counter-height openings in areas such as cafeterias, laboratories, and concession stands to contain and control a space in the event of a fire. Compliance with building codes. Personal injury and property loss.

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BDC Network

JULY 22, 2024

Fire-Rated Frames Contribute More Than Code Compliance 1 kcichowicz Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:52 Fire-rated design is no longer limited to opaque materials. Fire-rated glass and narrow-profile, fire-rated frames support inspiring and code-compliant designs. Consider warehouse fires.

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The Korte Company

MARCH 11, 2019

Many of the finishes chosen for a new, expanded or renovated healthcare facility are more than just passive elements that create a “look and feel” of a facility. Code compliance. For healthcare facilities , code compliance is not negotiable. must comply with National Fire Protection Association codes.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 2, 2021

Introduction of Fire Escape Staircase. Urbanization leads to the Construction of the High Rise building. It is also necessary to design high rise building such that it will fulfil all the safety criteria. It is necessary to provide fire escape in case of emergency or fire hazard. What Are Fire Escape Staircases?

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. In this case, a basis-of-design, commodity, stick-built curtain wall system can be shown on the architectural drawings and included in the performance specifications and can be competitively bid by the CM/GC after final construction documents are produced.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 3, 2023

Photo © Stéphane Brügger By Alexandre Bélisle Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are gaining popularity in the construction industry as an innovative and turnkey solution for building envelopes. Designing with IMPs gives project owners, architects, and contractors a competitive edge in today’s design-build market.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2025

Over the past few decades, electrified hardware and doors have revolutionized how buildings are secured and accessed, from hotels and hospitals to office spaces and apartment complexes. These systems combine convenience with cutting-edge security, reshaping how people interact with their surroundings.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The residences feature modern, premium finishes, while the building itself encompasses a rooftop deck offering endless views of Lake Michigan’s shoreline and Chicago’s iconic skyline. Omega-Lite panels are composed of a polypropylene, corrugated core between two finished aluminum sheets. of Natures Gift, 6,108 sq.

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Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Denver’s special licensing system shows the city’s dedication to keeping high standards. Each certificate represents a commitment to safety, professionalism, and adherence to Denver’s rigorous building codes. It makes contractors meet certain qualifications to work.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 23, 2023

By Brendan Van Gool The primary function of a wall system is to act as an environment separator. For the last 50 years, the components and design of cavity wall systems have undergone a significant transformation in North America. Sealed-joint cladding systems are no longer the de facto standard.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From towering commercial complexes to humble backyard sheds, metal buildings are revolutionizing how we conceive and construct structures. What Are Metal Buildings? A metal building is a structure made mainly from steel or aluminum parts. Freestanding or can be attached to existing buildings. Quick to assemble too.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 4, 2022

Information of Building Dimensions. Buildings serve as universal carriers of art, culture, history, economics, and equity while also providing us with basic human necessities such as shelter, security, privacy, storage , and labour. The building standards in residential buildings are decided by this procedure.

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Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. C2020 Stair Finishes. Specialties.

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Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. C2020 Stair Finishes. Specialties.

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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. There must not be a gap or pockets between the sheathing and exterior insulation.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Brick cladding enhances building aesthetics and durability. Key Takeaways Brick cladding systems provide a durable and efficient solution for enhancing building aesthetics while offering various types, including brick slips, handmade tiles, and modern brick effect panels.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 18, 2024

They add to the aesthetics and ambiance of your building, affect the issue of power consumption, and play a part in your security systems. Security and Safety The primary purpose of any door is to protect and secure, especially from intruders. Another important factor we can also consider is fire safety.

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