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?

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Building Commissioning Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 64

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.

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

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design 40

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

BD+C

APRIL 10, 2013

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) has published a second edition of its “HVAC Design Manual for Hospitals and Clinics.” First released in 2003, the publication includes information on design, installation and commissioning of HVAC systems for healthcare facilities.

HVAC System Installation 45

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Building Commissioning Building Codes 45

CCR Magazine

APRIL 13, 2024

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 fifth edition of its HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual , which is available digitally and in print.

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HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Building Codes Building Standards 52

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. This is where heating systems can be used as a safety line to meet production deadlines.”

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HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Controls Manufacturing Cost Control 98

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. It supports LEED strategies for site development, thermal comfort, and long-term building performance.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 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

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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

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

Due to their embodied carbon and operational carbon footprints, buildings play a significant role in these efforts, so understanding the impact of legislation on buildings is critical. This directly translates to building energy codes. For example, LEED v4 refers to ASHRAE standard 90.1-2010 How to approach compliance.

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Building Code Compliance Building Codes Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 70

Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 27, 2024

“Build Smart, Build Legal: Key Steps to Contractor Licensing in Oklahoma” If you’re planning to work as a general contractor in Oklahoma, securing the proper license is crucial for legal compliance and building trust with your clients. Register with the Oklahoma Tax Commission: For tax compliance.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Plumbing Systems Building Code Compliance 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 6, 2013

Like Uniclass Table J (aka CAWS), the OmniClass Work Results Table (aka MasterFormat) is geared mostly to the specification of systems and products, and so is focused on the construction phase. Indeed, Systems and Products are conflated. this product is part of that system, this system comprises those products).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

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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.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

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

CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. The acquisition of interlayers, such as manufacturer buildings to office buildings, needs several extra layers inside the plant. Methods of Retrofitting Building. Retrofitting of the Structural System.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Energy Efficiency Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition. She has more than 10 years of experience in designing HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of commercial facility types.

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Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Public Works Project Management 147

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

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

Building the project in this particular district would reinforce a commitment to walkability, which the city—and especially its downtown core—is known for, but it posed the challenge of integrating a project of the requisite size with the small scale of the mall. The building simultaneously draws on passive strategies.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

Building the project in this particular district would reinforce a commitment to walkability, which the city—and especially its downtown core—is known for, but it posed the challenge of integrating a project of the requisite size with the small scale of the mall. The building simultaneously draws on passive strategies.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Contractors Liability Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Specialty Contractor Licenses: Cover specific trades like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Electrician Licensing Electricians in South Dakota must obtain a state license through the South Dakota Electrical Commission. Steps for Electricians: Apply: Submit an application through the South Dakota Electrical Commission.

Building Commissioning 40

Building Commissioning Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems HVAC System Installation 40

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Page Southerland Page Apartments Office Buildings Designers Architects Daylighting Designs Interior Architecture The practice of interior design is not limited to functional and aesthetic drivers. Commissioned photography that captures the yearlong process of winemaking tells a distinctly local story.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Optimization Building Design Material Storage 52

BDC Network

JUNE 28, 2023

When office-to-residential conversion works 0 qpurcell Wed, 06/28/2023 - 13:29 Office Buildings The cost and design challenges involved with office-to-residential conversions can be daunting; designers need to devise creative uses to fully utilize the space. The revamped Sinclaire on Seminary claims the space of a 1980s office building.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Zoning Ceiling Systems Building Design 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Idigitalhub and Openspace Innovate Uk Building Fire Safety Standards Original Source: idigitalhub partners with OpenSpace to deliver innovation in UK construction fire safety legislation New UK building and construction fire safety legislation and continuous domestic building upkeep have made firestopping a prominent topic.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2023

After a comprehensive year-long search, Brad Jacobs has announced his intention to create a market leader in building products distribution — an industry with approximately $800 billion in annual revenue between North America and Europe, according to industry estimates. The company will be called QXO, Inc.

Building Products Distribution 52

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Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 20, 2024

The primary objective of these rules is to establish a clear and enforceable framework for contractor licensing in New Mexico, ensuring that all contractors meet the necessary qualifications and adhere to industry standards. Examinations: Pass the applicable trade exam(s) as well as a Contractor’s Business and Law exam.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Specialty Contracting Fire Protection Systems Approvals 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Application: This standard card applies to automatic hydraulic security Bollards/Barricades found at driveway entrances, and other areas where vehicular traffic must be controlled. Review the Standard Operating Procedure for “Controlling Hazardous Energy Sources”. Standard Tools – Basic. Standard Tools-Basic 2.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Electrical Wiring Installation 40

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. Fede ral Buildings Personnel Training Act. The core competencies will be updated annually per the law.

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Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Renewable Energy Systems 47

Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In addition, the town of East Hartford would had to approve a $45 million & tax incremental financing; agreement to build a 1,000-space parking garage that would be hidden behind a structure to buffer it from the river. Port Eastside LLC paid $4 million for a low-rise office building on 7.3

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Fire Protection System Installation Real Estate Development Historic Preservation 52

CK Power

DECEMBER 15, 2020

No matter what happens, we make sure their backup power systems are ready to power life-safety critical equipment. It requires a team of experts to customize a long-lasting, dependable system within budget. We work closely with clients to create a system designed around their facility and operations.

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Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 21

CCR Magazine

MARCH 2, 2025

The All-Spectrum UV Monitoring System from Aerapy offers a seamless, real-time solution for measuring and reporting multiple ultraviolet (UV) wavelengths in critical HVAC airstream disinfection and coil-cleaning applications. Key features of the All-Spectrum UV Monitoring System include: 1. Images Courtesy of: Aerapy 4.

HVAC Systems 52

HVAC Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Roofing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Nearly five years since the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor air quality remains top of mind within the building industry. This, combined with new building codes and stricter energy efficiency requirements, continues to influence how and where ventilation systems are both specified and needed.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems Building Codes Fire Protection Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 10, 2025

Siemens’$190 million investment in an electrical equipment manufacturing facility in Fort Worth will create jobs for 800 Texans and help build critical infrastructure to meet Texas growing data center demand. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries.

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Electrical Systems Building Products Distribution Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems 52