CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Swinerton’s early commitment to mass timber began in 2016 with the design, permitting, and construction of the then largest mass timber office building in the U.S.First Tech Federal Credit Union Oregon Corporate Campuswhich was delivered four months faster and four percent cheaper than structural steel. concrete) in the substructure.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. Professional Assessment Guidelines When should you call in the professionals? The shocking data underlines why roof integrity maintenance becomes crucial following storm damage.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues. Within the bidding stage, sustainability initiatives can be viewed as a “long-term cost-saving tactic for the end user.”

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 15, 2024

Wind tunnel testing (WTT) has been and continues to be the primary choice for accurate quantitative evaluation of wind flows around buildings. Scientific research often happens in a sterile environment with controlled inputs. Additionally, the work is driven by demand for time-sensitive solutions and outcomes with real-world impact.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Engineering Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

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Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. You’re not alone.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 1, 2024

Material Longevity : Proper upkeep of building materials (e.g., Environmental Impact : Pollution Control : Well-maintained equipment and systems are less likely to cause environmental pollution through leaks, emissions, or inefficient operation. LEED) is facilitated by a robust preventive maintenance program.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Once a construction project is completed, the real challenge beginsmaintaining the building to ensure its longevity, safety, and optimal functionality for all residents or users.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

Many projects overlook this aspect, yet it serves as a vital barrier against environmental factors and contributes to energy efficiency by improving insulation. Its importance cannot be understated, as quality finishes offer advantages that impact the entire lifecycle of a construction project.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Quality Assurance 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. This task requires a meticulous approach to handling various materials, managing debris, and minimizing environmental impact. This evaluation helps to determine the most appropriate demolition method.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Safety Regulations 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 26, 2025

This is where the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) and its door hardware standards can provide essential guidance. BHMA is the only organization accredited by the America National Standards Institute (ANSI) to develop and maintain performance standards for locks, closers, exit devices, and other builders hardware.

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Building Code Compliance Building Materials Manufacturing Building Standards Building Codes 64

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Feasibility Assessment Before investing significant time and money, assess whether your extension dreams are feasible. Contract Preparation Work with your architect or solicitor to prepare a comprehensive building contract that protects all parties. This is typically obtained through a council or a private certifier.

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Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Protecting your commercial building goes beyond locking the doors. Security Alarm Systems Security alarm systems serve as your building’s first line of defense against unauthorized entry. When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Property Management 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Both governments and clients are demanding greener practices, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable materials.

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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

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

The answer lies in the construction site inspection checklist, which is a powerful tool to monitor progress, assess if it complies with local regulations, and ensure that everything is carried out according to the highest standards. Once conformed, the building is ready for occupancy or for its intended use.

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Inspection Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Safety Regulations 94

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Impact drivers create 85-100 decibels when fastening materials.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Construction Machinery Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2022

How a company assesses and plans for climate-related risks may have a significant impact on its future financial performance and investors’ return on their investment in the company. “ESG- Using Environmental, Social and Governance factors to evaluate companies and countries on how far advanced they are with sustainability.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

2 This approach aims to positively impact patients and staff, utilizing a continuous improvement model informed by monitored results. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. Flooring selection can have a substantial impact in this area.

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Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 95

Stok

APRIL 19, 2019

The LCA results can then be used to optimize the project design, select low-impact materials, and reduce the overall carbon footprint. You can apply embodied carbon analysis to a wide array of building project types. Portfolio-Wide: Embodied carbon analysis does not have to be confined to a single building.

Environmental Impact Assessment 75

Environmental Impact Assessment Real Estate Development Environmental Consulting Renewable Energy Systems 75

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A surveyor uses a mix of technical skills and specialised equipment, alongside a comprehensive understanding of the law and local legislations/regulations, to determine and record details about things like land boundaries, property divisions and building structures. Effective conservation is often at the heart of what they do.

Land Use Regulations 64

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UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You can learn more about the solution here , while in this article we are going to discuss potential benefits of retro-commissioning your buildings. Let’s investigate some major profits you may receive after retro-commissioning a building.

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Building Commissioning Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Radar

JULY 24, 2024

Environmental regulations in the construction industry are designed to minimize the impact of construction activities on the environment. These regulations address various aspects of construction, from waste management and air quality control to water conservation and the use of sustainable materials.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Safety Regulations Energy Conservation 52

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Air barriers: An essential part of the building envelope. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability. Net zero building design and air leakage. Environmental Product Declarations. Protecting your building envelope. How air leakage can impact building durability.

Building Code Compliance 60

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Building Standards 60

Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Procurement risk management is a critical aspect of construction project management, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. These risks can impact project cost, schedule, quality, and overall success. Strategies for Managing Procurement Risks 1. AJER /W050801640172.pdf)

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Unlike standard floor paints, epoxy coatings are significantly thickerapproximately 7 times thickerwhich prevents flaking and blistering even under harsh conditions. You’ll reduce long-term maintenance costs while maintaining quality standards for your flooring. After grinding, thorough cleaning removes all dust and debris.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Painting/finishing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The post Digital Marketing for Construction Companies: Building Your Online Presence in 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The transformation extends beyond simple website presence to encompass sophisticated digital ecosystems that attract, nurture, and convert prospects whilst building lasting client relationships.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Consulting Building Automation 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Whether it’s preparing a building for a complete makeover or setting the stage for complete demolition, the soft strip process is instrumental.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 64

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

The impact of artificial intelligence is incredibly profound, which is why AI in the construction market is expected to be worth $151.1 AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. billion by 2032.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset. The CIC BIM Protocol is a contract document for use with any standard building contract.

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BDC Network

JUNE 14, 2023

Rachel Vedder, RA, LEED AP Healthcare Facilities Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Building Owners At the onset of any design challenge, architects and engineers are programmed to first consult the applicable codes, standards, and best practices.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 7, 2025

The Province of Ontario has introduced an Environmental Protection Act ( EPA ) that defines a contaminant as any solid, liquid, gas, odor, heat, sound, vibration, radiation, or combination resulting directly or indirectly from human activities that may cause an adverse effect. 113, Noise Control Code and Construction Rule of January 18, 2007.

Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Building Code Compliance Land Use Regulations 59

PN - Project Management

MARCH 26, 2024

." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. From safeguarding against theft to protecting against environmental factors, not properly protecting your construction materials can significantly impact project timelines, quality and budgets!

Material Storage 95

Material Storage Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Material Handling 95

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Recognizing that, Building America is working on research into fault detection in HVAC systems now, Werling says. And previous Building America lab experiments show that faults can increase space conditioning energy use by up to 30% over the lifetime of the system.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

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.

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