CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

BOND Building Construction recently celebrated the topping off of a new Science, Technology, and Engineering building for Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA). BOND Building Construction is the preconstruction and construction manager for the project, a continuation of the companys decade-long relationship with MMA.

Project Management Consulting 59

Project Management Consulting Facility Management Building Commissioning Project Management 59

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

The range of design options available today for architectural projects has grown to accommodate numerous building styles due to the evolution of contemporary architectural trends. Construction professionals who monitor market trends can offer garage door solutions that meet both client demands and industry standards.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The manual contains guidelines for inspection of commercial HVAC duct systems for compliance with SMACNA/ANSI HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, (4th edition), Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard (8th edition) and Phenolic Duct Construction Standards (1st edition).

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation HVAC Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.

Sustainability 59

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement 59

ENR Construction

JULY 20, 2025

of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are eyeing eventual full adoption of digital delivery for projects. Quality control inspectors also faced a learning curve with 3D modeling, he noted. The city commissioned a new asset management program with WSP as consultant. Photo courtesy PennDOT July 20, 2025 U.S.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 45

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Specialty Contracting Change Management 45

The Construction Index

JUNE 18, 2025

In October 2024 the then transport secretary commissioned a review of the procurement and delivery of major transport projects, with specific reference to HS2. It sets out how the politicians in a hurry to build the world’s best and fastest railway meant that cost control went out of the window and gold plating ran riot.

Construction Equipment 64

Construction Equipment Government Works Cost Control Contracts 64

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Local and national authorities rely on air monitoring data to make informed decisions about pollution control. These sophisticated instruments are calibrated using standard reference gases and methods, ensuring traceability to international standards. For example, particulate matter ( PM2.5

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

The Construction Index

JUNE 19, 2025

The National Infrastructure Commission estimated that public and private sector investment will need to increase by 30-50% over the next decade to deliver more complex infrastructure. Koreans buy back Elements Europe contract 14 hours The former owner of a failed modular builder have bought back one of its two contracts.

Public Works 64

Public Works Construction Equipment Government Works Procurement 64

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2025

These new systems give buildings the fresh air they need and keep heating costs down at the same time. They extract stale, warm air from inside a building while drawing fresh air from outside. The issue becomes more challenging as UK building regulations push for better-insulated, more airtight structures.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Structural Systems 52

Construction Dive

JULY 21, 2025

Cost overruns incurred by the Federal Reserve on the renovation of its headquarters and two other buildings it owns in Washington, D.C., Among other things, the agency added high-cost below-ground square footage to its office building adjacent to its historic headquarters to offset space it lost after the U.S.

Building Commissioning 191

Building Commissioning Building Materials Manufacturing Cost Control Site Planning 191

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Chris Lister “It is already understood in the industry that facades serve multiple functions in the building envelope, making the integration of thermal breaks crucial for several reasons including- enhanced energy performance maintaining the integrity of the thermal envelope, controlling condensation and fulfilling fire performance criteria.

Building Controls 130

Building Controls Building Codes Building Commissioning Cost Control 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. Summary of both stays at the defined level, and the contingencies are under Client control, not contractors. Quality: The speed of EPCM delivery means quality assurance is a key challenge.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From HVAC to lighting, plumbing to insulation – retro-commissioning empowers you to fine-tune operations and eliminate wasteful practices that may have become ingrained over time. So, What Exactly Is Retro-Commissioning?

Building Commissioning 64

Building Commissioning Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

Stok

JULY 31, 2019

While we love good intentions, the design of a high performance building doesn’t mean much if it doesn’t operate at the performance standard it was designed to. All too often, building performance is the focus of the design phase but left to chance in operations. This building performance issue is out of control(s)!

Building Commissioning 53

Building Commissioning Building Optimization Building Controls Cost Control 53

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

We are focused on building on this momentum and using every avenue to decarbonize the water sector, accelerate water stewardship, and advance water and sanitation access for all.” “We continue to grow and scale our impact through solutions and services that enable a more resilient and sustainable future for our customers and communities.

Sustainability 200

Sustainability Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 200

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. The main driving force behind a successful project is improved commissioning—and that’s what you’ll learn about below. . Why is Project Commissioning Important? In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service.

Building Commissioning 84

Building Commissioning Handover Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems 84

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

New research from Deloitte Access Economics , commissioned by Autodesk, suggests there’s work to be done here. Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps teams advance their data capabilities and ultimately build better.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 118

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Building Permits 118

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

But the more complicated the building, the more difficult it becomes to correlate real-world structures to a 2D medium. In this session, we’ll explore use of issues in design coordination, model coordination, construction safety, quality, and commissioning. There’s so much more to see and do at Autodesk University.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 102

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Quality Control Building Standards 102

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Stok

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

With the recently launched International Living Future Institute (ILFI) Zero Carbon Certification (ZCC) – the first third-party certified Zero Carbon global standard – achieving and verifying Net Zero Carbon performance is now within reach. Note that the ZCC certification also allows for off-site renewables if they meet certain requirements.

Renewable Energy Systems 67

Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Building Performance Measurement HVAC Systems 67

Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2022

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposal to require that public companies disclose climate-related information. How to reduce the carbon footprint of a building? Source building material, bricks, cement, aggregate and sand from the closest source to reduce the transport distance and related emissions. Equity share.

Environmental Impact Assessment 105

Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Facility Management Energy Efficiency 105

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Schlage Recent survey data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) indicates the average age of a school is 49 years old—with more than 59 percent of main instructional buildings having been built before 2000.

Building Commissioning 73

Building Commissioning Cost Control Building Design Building Controls 73

Roads Online

JUNE 20, 2024

Image/Coates From maintaining thermal comfort and personal safety, to enabling manufacturing, building and industrial processes, many businesses rely on temperature-controlled environments. Temporary event spaces often require heating solutions too, particularly in marquees or halls that aren’t geared for climate control.

HVAC System Installation 98

HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Controls Manufacturing Cost Control 98

Stok

JULY 21, 2020

Building commissioning has remained a priority throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but with tiny mechanical rooms that make social distancing a challenge on site, building operators and engineers must get creative to safely stick to their projects’ commissioning schedules. Option #1: virtual BMS testing. The process.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Site Planning Building Controls Safety Regulations 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

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

BD+C

APRIL 10, 2013

First released in 2003, the publication includes information on design, installation and commissioning of HVAC systems for healthcare facilities. Standards Healthcare Buildings Hospitality Facilities Codes and Standards' Standards Healthcare Buildings Hospitality Facilities Codes and Standards'

HVAC System Installation 45

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Building Commissioning Building Codes 45

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The aim was to design a batch plant that was more cost effective to ship and install – yet maintained Astec’s world renowned design features and structural build quality. Smale says combining in-house expertise with direct feedback from the Australian market helped to develop a solution that specifically met the needs of customers here.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Quality Control Building Design Structural Systems 105

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components. 11 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one million HAIs occur across the U.S.

Flooring Systems 95

Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 95

Specification Product Update

JULY 19, 2024

UK ventilation manufacturer Domus Ventilation has launched a new Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan, dMEV-NICO, to provide continuous background extract ventilation for new build properties. Set up and commissioning have also been made simple through the provision of a digital control, which also ensures greater accuracy.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Controls Manufacturing Cost Control Quality Control 52

Specification Product Update

MAY 30, 2024

UK ventilation manufacturer Domus Ventilation has launched a new Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan, dMEV-NICO, to provide continuous background extract ventilation for new build properties. Set up and commissioning have also been made simple through the provision of a digital control, which also ensures greater accuracy.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Controls Manufacturing Cost Control Quality Control 52

Stok

OCTOBER 21, 2020

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Building Commissioning 52

Stok

OCTOBER 22, 2020

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Building Commissioning 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2025

Instead, they will encounter a sleek, secure, and technologically advanced solution: electronic access control (EAC). 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.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Controls Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 18, 2024

By Paul Johannesson As climate change is anticipated, bringing with it an uncertain future, the construction industry needs to seriously consider the preparedness and the proven performance levels of buildings. Each building envelope deals with differences as unique as the climate region or zone it is constructed in.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Commissioning Building Resilience Building Codes 64

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Its superior thermal performance compared to captured systems allows designers to enable compliance with more stringent energy standards and code requirements while reducing sightlines between glazed units. He specializes in investigation and repair of the building envelope. Photos courtesy Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE).

Structural Systems 59

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Code Compliance 59

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64