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. Insulation Material Types Selecting the right infill means balancing budget, lambda values and site conditions.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Specification Product Update

DECEMBER 23, 2024

thereby complying with the provinces fire regulations and mirroring those in the rest of the UK. The specialist sub-contractor, Antrim based, Thornton Roofing in fact works across all of Ireland and the UK and carries out large scale private as well as public sector contracts, including on commercial office buildings, schools and hospitals.

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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%.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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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?

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BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. The US manufacturing sector is booming. The hotter and unhealthier the factory floor, the more likely it is that workers will look to transfer out as soon as they can.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed. Performance requirements.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. You’re not alone. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too.

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BDC Network

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase. When choosing materials, keep maintenance costs in mind.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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Specification Product Update

JANUARY 16, 2024

Two large internal glass screens which balance aesthetics with assured fire protection have been created using Promat SYSTEMGLAS ® F1 within a new multi-million pound facility to support the day-to-day operations of a major UK airline. The twin 6m wide by 2m high glass screens feature inside the purpose-built 150,000 sq.

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Specification Product Update

APRIL 19, 2024

Two large internal glass screens which balance aesthetics with assured fire protection have been created using Promat SYSTEMGLAS ® F1 within a new multi-million pound facility to support the day-to-day operations of a major UK airline. The twin 6m wide by 2m high glass screens feature inside the purpose-built 150,000 sq.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

Aligned with Alexandrias Green Building Policy, ACHS Minnie Howard Campus is targeting Net-Zero Energy and LEED Gold Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. Meeting Perkins Eastmans project selection criteria, Rockfon ceiling systems help optimize sound absorption, enhance daylighting and support indoor air quality.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.

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Safti First

AUGUST 30, 2021

While we still have some challenges along the way, particularly with supply chain interruptions, and fulfilling pent-up demand for materials, my optimism is still undeterred. I am confident that glass, with its ability to provide vision and transparency, will continue to be a popular building material.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 20, 2025

By Chuck Knickerbocker Photo Simon Hurst Photography/courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) Glazing systems are significant in connecting interior spaces to the outdoors, making them a popular option for todays sleek and modern building facades. Consider aluminumthe historical framing material for curtain walls.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 1, 2019

Part I of our project briefcases series featured a diverse construction portfolio that helped keep prominent, global projects on track, on budget, and protected for decades to come. Safeguard building. STRUX® 90/40 macro fibers, ECLIPSE® Floor, and ADVA® 140M admixtures were crucial to creating a durable concrete floor.

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Natural Building

JUNE 8, 2025

This article reviews several common alternative building materials, evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) is a panel system where each panel consists of multiple timber boards glued together in a perpendicular pattern. Fair fire resistance. Complex services installation.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Utilize breathable insulation materials to improve thermal performance, air quality and reduce energy costs. Ensure structural elements like wall ties are installed correctly with a reputable supplier for long term performance. Properly installed sheathing ensures the stability and integrity of the timber frame structure.

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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.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

This is composed of aluminum composite material (ACM) comprising two thin coated aluminum sheets. Consisting of two different components, metal and non-metal, as aluminum is metal and polyethylene plastic is non-metal, it performs better in terms and disadvantages of the new material. Type B protects 3 storage buildings and. #3.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Skirting is constructed in almost every residential building, commercial building, industrial building, etc. In the construction of skirting, there are many different materials are available in the market; generally wooden skirting, metal skirting, pencil skirting, etc is widely used for skirting purpose. Related Article.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Mastic Asphalt Flooring. Its humidity and freezing floor are losing control and will be curious for another result, such as mastic asphalt flooring. Earlier, it would be best if you had dared to select mastic asphalt flooring because it’s one sheet , fudging the result of all your flooring puzzles.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As a result, a rise in the installation of insulating glass windows to prevent energy loss and lower energy bills is aiding market expansion. Glass insulation is a popular option for builders and contractors since it helps buildings comply with these criteria by lowering heat transmission and energy use. through 2033.

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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!

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CivilJungle

APRIL 29, 2022

Purpose of Tile Flooring in the House. Tiles have a shiny fresh floor, which provides free wash. The tiles are long-lasting design materials. The flooring tiles used in the bedroom, living room, kitchen, drawing room, balcony, bath basin, etc. A tile is a good development material, especially oval or quadrate size.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

And rather than regularly regrading temporary roadways, ring roads are a way to accommodate heavy traffic from the start and make the delivery and handling of materials work smoothly on a consistent and ongoing basis. With carefully organized rigging and setting of the building , crews aren’t working around crane operations.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Simply, retrofitting is repairing and modifying the existing structure into a new stable structure that protects it from flooding or dangers such as high winds and earthquakes. Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. Methods of Retrofitting Building.

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. IoT: building with wireless intelligence 5. Mega-trend in the construction industry: the 3D-printed building 11. Puzzle on the construction site: modular building with prefabrication in factories 14.

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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. Covering Materials. Standing Water.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The heat conductivity of wood is comparatively poor compared to materials such as aluminium, marble, steel or glass. This can withstand sound as well as echo, creating it a favoured material for constructing offices including residential structures. It is also ideal that provide protection to a living as well as working environment.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Making a house or an industry or a commercial building is our dream, but we cannot make it come true without the help of the construction workers who work day and night in the hazardous environments, handle cements and sand, walk in watery areas and carry those heavy bricks and loads. Materials: Front - 300D woven polyester.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Check hydraulic unit fluid level and pressures/ change fluid per manufactures recommendations. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Tool Group A.

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