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UK Construction Blog
MAY 6, 2025
The post Whats the Difference Between a Chimney Flue and a Flue Pipe? When youre planning to install a wood burning stove or update an existing fireplace, youll quickly encounter two important terms: chimney flue and flue pipe. They might sound similar, but they play very different roles in your heating system.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 2, 2025
The post Your Business Safety Net: Why Regular Fire Sprinkler Checks Matter appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire sprinkler systems are one of the most critical safety features in any commercial building. But installing them isnt enough. But what about the silent heroessprinkler systems?
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
When you think of high-rise buildings, you might imagine impressive city skylines, luxurious apartments, or bustling office spaces. However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. It presents unique challenges that require creativity, expertise, and careful planning.
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UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.
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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UK Construction Blog
JULY 1, 2025
You’re probably used to standard batt or blown-fibre installs, but fresh regulations and unpredictable weather are nudging you toward smarter cavity wall solutions. Modern codes still demand at least 25 mm of clear drainage, so design depth accordingly. Embrace these advances to cut programme times and raise quality benchmarks.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 14, 2025
Installing bright LED lights (3000-5000 lumens) eliminates shadows under vehicles and in engine compartments. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
Superior material properties include excellent chemical resistance, fire retardancy, sound insulation, and waterproofing capabilities, with minimal water absorption (less than 0.5%) ensuring long-term durability in challenging environments. You’ll find rigid PVC sheets excel in industrial applications where durability matters most.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
Poirier Designed to connect directly with the city of Los Angeles, the David Geffen Galleries is itself a sculpture, featuring exposed architectural concrete. To provide enough space for the new building, the decision was made to design the building to cross over Wilshire Blvd. The first design concepts came in 2009.
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these critical facilities. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
In current landfill design, wells and pipes are installed horizontally and vertically to extract methane via motors. She also adds that these poorly designed landfills, beyond having a significant impact on climate change, also cause many other problems for surrounding neighborhoods and wildlife.
cnstrctr
AUGUST 3, 2019
One of the first projects I was on the architect asked us if the firestopping material was installed in the movie theatre. Because I was new I had no idea was this crucial element to the building life safety systems were. Where Can I Find Firestopping In A Building? Don’t know what a fire separation plan is?
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.
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Safti First
MAY 2, 2023
In this Ask Tim episode, Tim Nass explains that before considering deluge sprinklers as a cost-saving alternative to fire resistive glazing used in 1 and 2 hour assemblies, there are some things architects and building owners should know. On the other hand, using fire resistive glazing does not require prior AHJ approval.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2023
Safe Piping Matters has published a report on enhancing firestopping through resilient piping. Photos courtesy Safe Piping Matters. Safe Piping Matters has published a new research-based report on the firestopping of pipe penetrations.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 30, 2024
Integrated Facility Services (IFS) has completed complex mechanical contracting projects to convert two historic buildings in downtown St. IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
Armstrong has introduced new, larger sizes of the Design Envelope Tango, a compact, low-carbon dual pump that ensures uninterrupted service, even during maintenance. The Design Envelope Tango includes two motors and two impeller assemblies in a single casing. Design Envelope Tango is a compact solution that reduces installation costs.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. Be sure that whatever waterproofing system you select is compatible with the green roof assembly and has been proven in similar environments.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. . . Inverted roofs — Some projects, such as rooftop terraces, use an inverted roof design. Cold vs. hot waterproofing.
Specification Product Update
JUNE 15, 2023
A leading passive fire protection contractor has been involved in the installation of fully compatible products from the range of TBA FIREFLY TM for the creation of half hour fire barriers within ceiling voids to a major general hospital undergoing extensive refurbishment work in the north of England.
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.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 18, 2023
Consulting with an expert can streamline the conversion to electric boilers while reducing total project cost and maximizing system reliability. To address climate change, states and cities are increasingly phasing out fossil fuel use in commercial buildings in favor of clean, green electric options.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
Winter weather events can impact buildings by causing power outages and building damage from burst water pipes, water intrusion and wind. Commercial properties are vulnerable to these threats, so it’s important that building owners and operators prepare now for the winter season.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped. Not surprisingly, the price tag to build a warehouse has a major impact on how its floorplan is designed. This layout and design tool adds the cost component to drawings.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 7, 2020
Pipes are connected with the help of joints. A variety of joints are used in an assembly of pipes. Connecting two or more pipes together is called a fitting. Various types of joints could be used in a pipe as per the requirement. Generally, the pipe joint fitted can easily sustain the pressure created in the pipe.
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Roads Online
OCTOBER 21, 2024
ArmorZone temporary road barriers are now as sustainable as ever, with recycled plastic implemented within its design. The ArmorZone temporary barrier is not only more sustainable than conventional road barriers, but it’s proven to outperform and outlive conventional designs. Images: Ingal Civil.
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CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The roof protects your home from the elements, ensuring that you and your family remain safe. Structural Changes Structural changes involve significant modifications to the core framework of a building or home. A wrong move can compromise the stability and safety of the entire building.
Contractors Liability Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Each specialty has its own set of requirements designed to ensure that contractors possess the necessary skills and knowledge. This process includes completing an apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training, followed by passing a state exam focusing on plumbing systems and compliance with Nevada plumbing codes.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 6, 2024
When burst pipes, leaky faucets, or drainage issues inevitably emerge, you want someone qualified and equipped to swiftly resolve any plumbing headache with minimal disruption to your household. Before new installations, experts examine usage requirements and recommend appropriately sized/powered energy-efficient models.
Contractors Liability Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Each specialty has its own set of requirements designed to ensure that contractors possess the necessary skills and knowledge. This process includes completing an apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training, followed by passing a state exam focused on plumbing systems and adherence to Nevada’s plumbing codes.
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these critical facilities. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 13, 2023
Safety starts well before shovels hit the earth during design to ensure a safe project. Sometimes it’s the simple things that lead to marked improvements. Today, you can pre-assemble large portions of the piping, duct, and conduit at floor level and then place it into larger, multi-discipline sections overhead.
West Shore Construction
JANUARY 17, 2023
If you want to get the most out of your renovation, USA Today suggests considering the following improvements : Replace the tub Install natural stone kitchen countertops Replace siding and garage doors You Need a Place to Store Your Stuff Before contractors can start demolition, you need to clear out the room.
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 3, 2020
Concrete mix design. Will we face a shortage of fly ash as regions shift away from coal-fired power plants? Concrete mix design. Concrete is typically easier to place and finish with slumps greater than those either specified, designed, or both. Monitoring mix design performance. Materials management. The reason?
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 21, 2024
The post Find About the Latest News on Steel Used to Build the UK Wedgetail Facility, the Dispute Over UK Parliament’s £22bn Renovations, Innocrete3d Launches UK 3dcp, and a Timber in Construction Roadmap Should Start With Education appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lucy Barnard learns why. Totally revolting.”
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 19, 2023
Designing Your Mobile Office A well-designed office can boost productivity and morale. During the design phase, contemplate the intended usage of the space. Remember to factor in windows for natural light and proper ventilation systems for fresh air. A professional plumber can install pipes and fixtures.
Buildern
MAY 4, 2023
Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Think of it like building a sturdy foundation for your knowledge. Get ready to explore the building blocks of construction and the fancy words that come with them!
CivilJungle
JANUARY 7, 2021
Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Shotcrete & Concrete.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 4, 2022
Doors are one of the most important elements of the buildings. A flush door is one of the commonly used in residential buildings that comes with an attractive design and is rich in appearance. The Flush doors are not heavier in weight due to which it is very easy to install the flush doors. Introduction of Flush Door.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 5, 2017
operations and record keeping, trash-recycle removal, security services, service contracts, utility charges (electric, gas/oil, water), insurance (fire, liability, operating equipment) and taxes. and its systems, equipment, and occupants/users to perform their intended function. activities, or to protect life and property.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 26, 2021
Inspect the Exterior Shingle s: Due to storms, the roof of the houses are damaged widely because they are protected you as a front-line defense against tough outdoor weather conditions. If your roof has not had a proper drainage system, then you must face the issue of standing water problem. New Shingle Installation. Total Cost.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 28, 2021
The weep holes provide an air circulation system in the cavity walls that help to Come out of the evaporated water outside of the cavity. How to Build a Cavity Wall? The weep holes provide an air circulation system in the cavity walls that help to Come out of the evaporated water outside of the cavity.
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CivilJungle
APRIL 8, 2023
Best Pool House Designs In summer, everyone needs a pool and begins to enjoy it, and it honestly is the wardrobe you can obtain for a summer holiday at home. Connect an outsider lounge covering a wood burning to build the pool house an advantageous night luck moment; it will depend on you. Do I Need a Permit for a Pool House?
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