UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Building Information Modelling (BIM) BIM, or Building Information Modelling, is a process that creates and manages digital representations of a building (or other physical asset). But the more it is developed and upgraded the more integral it is becoming to how modern buildings and structures are constructed.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

A new air-conditioning system was installed, and fire alarm and fire suppression systems were extended to meet code requirements. Project scopes encompass vertical and horizontal construction such as paving, shore protection, renovation of existing buildings and new building construction. and design firm Gensler.

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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.

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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.

Government Works 64

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

Home automation networks have prompted a substantial increase in demand for garage door systems that connect and integrate with smart technology. 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.

Building Code Compliance 52

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

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

David Tryba, Founding Principal, Tryba Architects Holder Construction is building the first project in the new Clayworks mixed-use district in Golden, Colo. The 182,000-sq-ft all-electric building for CoorsTek is the first phase of the six-block district being developed on a former industrial site. Once complete, the 1.25-million-sq-ft

Renewable Energy Systems 36

Renewable Energy Systems Health Regulations Building Design Energy Conservation 36

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Key Takeaways Air quality monitoring is the continuous measurement of pollutants that provides crucial data for detecting harmful contaminants, with systems tracking parameters including humidity, temperature, CO2, VOCs and formaldehyde across diverse environments. Even more concerning are PM2.5

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

The second FEED will focus on the gas storage facilities needed to receive hydrogen from the proposed HyNet system, a network of new and existing hydrogen infrastructure in the northwest of England and north Wales. New chief for the NHBC 2 hours The National House Building Council (NHBC) has named Paul Turner as its next chief executive.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Designed by Cooper Cromar, the architecture draws inspiration from the Seagram Building in New York, the developer said. The wider project team also includes Iceni Projects as planning consultant and Etive Engineers as structural and civil engineer. Got a story? Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Joshua Crawford Engineers Facility Managers Building Technology Energy As renewable energy sources continue to dramatically influence the electric grid, energy storage is playing a pivotal role in achieving grid resiliency. Commissioning benefits with fewer direct interactions between new and existing equipment.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Electrical Systems 52

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

If we are serious about building a strong, resilient, and low-carbon infrastructure future, then investment must extend across the entire steel ecosystem. Construction News New owner for William Hare 1 hour Structural steelwork contractor William Hare has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by entrepreneur Simon Orange. Got a story?

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Raum Architects, based in Mumbles, was commissioned by the couple to re-imagine the house. Through experience, the way we achieve this successfully, especially at two storeys, is to give the new structure its own unique character, and then visually link it to the original house.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

The number of green Pallet Loop pallets entering the building materials supply chain has now passed one million. Every year, Barratt Redrow accepts delivery of hundreds of thousands of pallets carrying core building materials. And with Barratt Redrow joining the network and embracing the concept, that number is set to keep rising.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2025

Over the last few years, ventilation systems have become simpler and more effective. These new systems give buildings the fresh air they need and keep heating costs down at the same time. Whole-house ventilation systems equipped with heat recovery capabilities operate on a straightforward process.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Structural Systems 52

The Construction Index

JUNE 10, 2025

There is talk of Sizewell C being complete in the mid 2030s, but Hinkley Point C (HPC) – identical in scale and European pressurised reactor (EPR) design – has been under construction for nine years already and is not expected to be commissioned for another six. The procurement process began in July 2023.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 18, 2025

Construction News New owner for William Hare 1 hour Structural steelwork contractor William Hare has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by entrepreneur Simon Orange. Costain to design underground hydrogen storage facililty 2 hours Engie-subsidiary Storengy UK has commissioned Costain to design its planned Keuper gas storage project.

Construction Equipment 64

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Construction News New owner for William Hare 1 hour Structural steelwork contractor William Hare has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by entrepreneur Simon Orange. Costain to design underground hydrogen storage facililty 2 hours Engie-subsidiary Storengy UK has commissioned Costain to design its planned Keuper gas storage project.

Construction Equipment 59

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Bagnall decorators Abbie and Khiara Painting contractor Bagnalls has commissioned workwear specifically designed for its female employees. Almost all of the workwear used in our industry is intended for the male body and is therefore very oversized on a lot of women, especially those of us who are of a smaller build. “I Got a story?

Construction Equipment 59

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2024

She joins SGH’s Building Technology Division in Chicago, Illinois, partnering with SGH team members and clients across the Midwestern United States. She found her passion in building enclosure consulting, with particular expertise in new construction consulting on BECx projects to create well-functioning and integrated building systems.

Building Commissioning 130

Building Commissioning Building Design Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Stantec , a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected to provide architectural, structural, and design services for this new flagship facility. The firm is partnering with RJC Engineers on structural design, and GHD is providing electrical design services. About Stantec Communities are fundamental.

Renewable Energy Systems 261

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Facility Management Energy Efficiency 261

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

After reporting on the Cairo Monorail’s progress over the last several years, Civil+Structural Engineer Media recently had the opportunity to visit the project and experience firsthand the progress being made on this transformational transportation project. Largest span on the EoN line under construction.

Structural Systems 299

Structural Systems Electrical Systems Government Works Public Works 299

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

The award was fittingly presented to the Adair County Commission in the historic 1917 Missouri State Capital along the banks of the Missouri River in Jefferson City, Missouri. However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

ICM) , was hired to do in the summer of 2019 for Reaction Engines , a privately-held technology company that’s developing thermal management systems and novel propulsion solutions for the defense and commercial high-speed flight sector, as well as for aviation, automotive, and energy sectors in the US and UK.

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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

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Capsule’s team of engineers, machines, and assembly technicians manufacture buildings as components to increase the number of units of housing available. prepares communities for the transition to clean energy by removing home health hazards and fossil fuel based systems. TANGOBuilder. Finance 10. Rent Butter. Compass Working Capital.

Building Materials Manufacturing 299

Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Building Permits Building Automation 299

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. This is a major departure from traditional design-bid-build delivery where the team only sees lump sum costs with various contingencies and, of course, large margins.

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Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Example of a rolled gasket that completely interrupted the structural sealant. Structural silicone glazing (SSG) continues to grow in popularity for its aesthetic and performance characteristics. Curtain wall systems that utilize structural silicone glazing are typically configured as either two- or four-sided SSG assemblies.

Structural Systems 59

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Code Compliance 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Innovative building designed to collect, preserve and make all records available to the public Acclaimed national interdisciplinary design firm HGA is pleased to announce the completion of the Pennsylvania State Archives, located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Ash wood was used for all interior building woodwork.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Plumbing is an integral part of modern structures. The challenge is that new water lines must be tested for leaks in the early stages of construction, putting them at risk for corrosion to develop in the remaining 18-24 months before the building may be finished. </p>

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Fire Protection Systems Building Commissioning Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 31, 2024

H&H/ROD were commissioned by Hollandia Iemants JV to lead the design of the new 184-meter double-leaf bobtail cable-stayed swing bridge. The spans are gear-driven and operated by an efficient electro-hydraulic system capable of swinging each span 110 degrees to permit passage of marine vessels.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Environmental Consulting Modular Construction Building Commissioning 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. The Barry Rose WRF expansion includes addition of a new influent lift station, headworks, a six-basin Sequencing Batch Reactor structure, a non-potable water system, and other site utility, piping and security improvements. and Ardurra , which is serving as the city’s advisor on the project.

Lifts 130

Lifts Building Commissioning Facility Management Structural Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 30, 2023

This spring, the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission will complete a two-year rehabilitation project for Northampton Street Bridge. wide sidewalks to cantilever off the truss structure. We’re not taking pieces of fiberglass or plastic lumber and building a sidewalk on a work site,” says Reeve. “We to 4.125 in.,

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Prefabrication Building Commissioning Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The project team, led by STV as the overall task lead and subconsultant to Chen Ryan Associates (CRA), will design plans to replace the existing TPSS while minimizing impacts and delays to the system, maintaining the operational efficiency of MTS’s extensive 65-mile track network and keeping the system’s 300,000 weekday trips on schedule.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

London, UK – CIBSE has launched a groundbreaking initiative titled Building Performance Reimagined , a visionary project aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability. Readiness: Enhancing building services to anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring resilience against unforeseen threats.

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Engineering Building Resilience Building Commissioning Structural Systems 100

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.

Wall Systems 104

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

the handoff from project design and delivery to construction or construction to commissioning), we lose data. Perhaps the tools or systems being used in each phase do not talk to one another, or the data being generated in one phase is incompatible with the structure of the data in the next phase. We cannot afford not to.

Stakeholder Engagement 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2024

Marked by a strikingly new exterior image rising from a six-story podium base and capped by a top-floor sky lounge, 2221 Yonge is a long anticipated addition to a cityscape with hundreds of high-rise buildings. This partí allows us to shape the south side to give the building a truly sculptural quality.”

Architecture 130

Architecture Building Commissioning Flooring Systems Building Design 130