The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

Mechanical Ventilation in Homes Works—If You Use It ibush Wed, 01/10/2024 - 17:51 Building America field studies show a disconnect between intended and actual use of mechanical ventilation systems in newer homes Juliet Grable Homes are getting tighter, which is a good thing since half of all residential energy use goes to heating and cooling.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

The post Optimizing Garage Door Service: Essential Considerations for Construction Professionals appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Garage door installations and maintenance serve as essential elements for successful residential and commercial construction ventures in today’s dynamic construction environment.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

– Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on 20430 & 20440 Century Boulevard, two office buildings converted to a cGMP-ready white box facility and state-of-the-art lab facility respectively, located in Rock Creek’s four-building Precision Labs campus in Germantown, MD.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. Knowing how much masonry labor and materials cost per hour allows construction professionals to optimize budgets and prevent overspending.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 7, 2025

The post Building Smarter: Essential Tools and Services for Modern Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With growing demand for efficiency, safety, and sustainability, the way we build has evolved significantly. Thats why more project managers are turning to high-efficiency chemical mixing tank systems.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. There is a very limited labor force, especially when you’re doing something really state-of-the-art,” Leavitt says. “It

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Johnson Controls , the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today launched a highly anticipated update to the company’s industry-leading Building Automation System (BAS), Metasys, which serves the needs of commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, regardless of industry. Metasys 14.0

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Commercial buildings must enhance the comfort, enjoyment, and/or productivity of each occupant. The good news is that there are numerous building materials and design concepts that can provide a leg up in the process. Install motion-detected lights and doorways when possible. This means that ADA features must be next-level.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

This article delves into the five most crucial ones, such as military shelter systems and remote research stations, to ensure structural integrity, functionality, and longevity. When designing military shelter systems , the material choice becomes even more critical.

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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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CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Installing an air conditioning (AC) system in a commercial space requires careful planning and consideration of various factors. Unlike residential settings, commercial environments often have unique requirements and challenges that must be addressed during the installation process. Occupancy and Usage Patterns 2.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Gaining insight into the latest equipment ensures design parameters are known well in advance, enabling seamless procurement, installation, and commissioning without impacting the project schedule for a seamless end-user experience. Players can analyze their performance with data-driven insights to fine-tune their training regimens.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ This approach avoids unnecessarily analyzing all the detailed system data and only focuses on the data with anomalies.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. Mechanical plans detail the equipment and its placement within the building, including all components necessary for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 30, 2024

Have you ever stepped inside a building during the summer months, only to be greeted by a refreshing blast of cool air? The hero behind this environmental control is often the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system – and at the heart of its efficiency lies the humble mica sheet.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Design Envelope Tango is a compact solution that reduces installation costs. Because the two rotating devices share a single casing, installation requires less piping. In addition, the Vertical In-Line orientation means the pump is installed in the piping and does not require an inertia base.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

A well-functioning HVAC system plays a vital role in achieving this, ensuring that employees are productive and that the workspace remains inviting throughout the year. However, as technology advances, older HVAC systems may no longer provide the efficiency and performance needed to keep up with modern demands.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Integrated Facility Services (IFS) served as the mechanical and building controls contractor for the project, overseeing the design, equipment procurement and installation for the comprehensive HVAC project. It is reassuring to have IFS at the helm in installing our HVAC system.

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Stok

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

While the ILFI has outlined general requirements that must be met before certifying a project as Zero Carbon, the specific actions needed to design, build, and certify such a project may seem sparse compared to long-established and more prescriptive frameworks like USGBC’s LEED and IWBI’s WELL Building Standard. Ready to get to zero?

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It’s awesome that you’re giving your commercial building a facelift! But among all the exciting changes, remember to give your heating and cooling system some love too. Because a well-maintained HVAC system means comfy temperatures for everyone, lower energy bills, and fewer repair headaches down the line.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Office access control systems enhance security and efficiency in modern offices. They streamline visitor management, optimize space usage, reduce human error, and support flexible working hours. These systems also improve emergency response, making them essential for any office.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A facility manager within a company possesses a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in maintaining their building and operations. However, the role of a facilities management company extends far beyond mere building repairs and equipment maintenance.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems. In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 11, 2024

The Thermafit Model MAS helps give contractors and engineers the option to eliminate or reduce the need for traditional, fossil fuel boilers and owners new solutions to decarbonize buildings through the electrification of heating. It responds to varying building loads throughout the day and year, resulting in performance that is 8.2

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. Humidity control may also be integrated.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

With the increasing focus on sustainability and rising energy costs, improving energy efficiency in commercial buildings has become more important than ever. Making energy-efficient renovations reduces operational costs and enhances the building’s overall sustainability.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Hydraulic door opener and closer, assume a critical role in the domain of modern architecture and building design, due to their usefulness and comfort. These gadgets, controlled by hydraulic mechanisms, have revolutionized how we installed the doors, offering simple methods as well as improved energy effectiveness.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Daikin Applied today announced the addition of air-source heat pumps to its award-winning lineup of Rebel® and Rebel Applied® packaged rooftop systems. The units also include features that increase performance, especially in cold climates, and simplify installation for both new construction and retrofits.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 4, 2024

Not only are clients increasingly conscientious, but building codes and governmental standards are raising the bar for what qualifies as “green” construction. With this in mind, comprehensive air barrier systems are becoming the new norm for creating sustainable, high-performing commercial buildings. What Is an Air Barrier?

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Smart lighting brings to a project a variety of sensors and technologies that enable a lighting infrastructure to become home minders, part of an entertainment assembly, security and fire-safety devices, and tools that help a business save money by optimizing luminaire use and providing information to HVAC and other building systems.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of its new YORK ® Mission Critical Vertical Computer Room Air Handler (MCV CRAH), engineered to meet the growing demand for sustainable data center technology.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. For example, stone or tile floors and granite countertops contribute to maintaining interior temperature control.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 25, 2024

The innovative new service proactively tracks and manages pump performance and provides early diagnostic warnings and timely automated reports that help customers make informed decisions and take immediate action to deliver the most efficient and safest fire safety system performance.

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