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.

Ceiling Systems

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.

Sustainability

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.

Electrical Wiring Installation

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 29, 2024

Lean manufacturing works. To explain his company’s manufacturing solution, Gampel first distinguishes it from other efforts to industrialize construction. You’re deploying 90% of the build using traditional skilled labor.” We focus not on the home, the end product, but on the system,” Gampel says. “We

Modular Construction

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.

Historic Preservation

BDC Network

JUNE 18, 2024

Could ‘smart’ building facades heat and cool buildings? 0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec.

HVAC Systems

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Unlike twins in manufacturing or aerospace, AECO twins account for changing occupancy patterns and evolving urban contexts. But here’s the kicker—these benefits only materialize when digital twins are paired with robust information management systems. These platforms do more than just store data.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 29, 2024

Building an efficient and sustainable commercial building can be perceived to be costly and complicated, but it does not have to be. Working with an experienced Design-Build Contractor can save you money and provide guidance for savings from sustainable and long-lasting material investments.

Building Design

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 21, 2021

What if each building system component where not only identified and associated with the following information, but also linked to an associated detailed and locally researched unit price book with associated labor, material, equipment costs and productivity information? Clean all water strainers in the system.

Maintenance

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.

Steel Fabrication

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems

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. Manufacturing has one of the highest costs to hire, estimated at $5,100 by RecruiterBox. Manufacturing plants are often extremely hot.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

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.

HVAC System Installation

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University is remarkable not only for its state-of-the-art design, but also for its purpose in addressing the ongoing challenges of recruiting talented students to the fields of engineering and advanced manufacturing.

Plumbing Systems

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.

Energy Efficiency

Commercial Construction Blog

AUGUST 28, 2018

In a best-case scenario, a general contractor budgets a job based on thorough architectural and engineered drawings that encompass not only the client’s design intent, but also careful planning for everything from mechanical systems to cosmetic finishes. Getting Too Specific on Specifications.

Budgeting

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Products and construction methodologies that provide immediate reductions in embodied carbon must be weighed against building longevity, lifecycle cost, energy consumption, and a host of other variables. Noise reduction 6 : Air leakage through the building envelope can allow the transmission of external noise into the interior spaces.

Sustainability

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.”

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

MAY 10, 2025

By Andrew Soulier and Bryant Kuvako Photos courtesy ECM Technologies As the HVAC industry approaches the first half of 2025, it finds itself at a pivotal crossroads between rising equipment costs and a greater demand for sustainability. 2 The financial impact of deferring HVAC maintenance can be substantial.

Maintenance

Roads Online

AUGUST 30, 2023

Material supplied by Coates Coates has expanded its offering and launched Coates Power & HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning). Coates Power & HVAC will help keep an organisation’s operations running, from temporary systems and short-term bridging solutions to long-term strategies.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

MAY 31, 2024

Their robust build and adaptability make them appropriate for various scenarios, from more delicate, exact tasks to heavy-duty industrial situations. Essential uses are in food processing machinery, HVAC systems, mining and construction equipment, conveyors in material handling systems, and agricultural gear.

HVAC System Installation

Building Radar

AUGUST 28, 2024

A construction defect is any flaw in the design, materials, or workmanship of a building that leads to its failure or inability to function as intended. These defects can range from minor aesthetic issues, like cracked tiles, to more severe structural concerns that could compromise the safety and integrity of the building.

Building Materials Manufacturing

Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

Modern construction projects are increasingly defined by the materials used, which impact everything from durability and energy efficiency to aesthetics and cost. This article explores a range of innovative building products transforming the construction industry today, highlighting their applications and benefits.

Renewable Energy Systems

CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

In the complex network of systems that keep an industrial facility running smoothly, one often overlooked yet critical component is the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system. Let’s delve into why industrial HVAC design is fundamentally important in facilities.

HVAC Systems

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase. Ensuring the longevity of the warehouse structure and reducing maintenance costs starts with the building design phase. You can achieve substantial maintenance cost reductions by proactively addressing issues that influence building efficiency. Consider lighting needs.

Maintenance

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 8, 2024

HS Walls withstand building pressure differentials, airflow, and heat loss and can be used during long installation periods. Examples may include one side of the wall being exposed to outside elements; HVAC systems or a clean room environment where a positive pressure must be maintained. TuffWrap C.O.R.E.-HS

HVAC System Installation

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

Painting/finishing

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Retrofitting buildings for sustainability can prepare UK infrastructure for the long-term impact of climate change while improving quality of life. Ageing buildings across the UK are causing several major issues, including high utility costs, poor heating, high carbon emissions, health and safety risks, and more.

Renewable Energy Systems

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Transforming a long-vacant retail building into a 59,000-sq-ft industrial manufacturing facility using cutting-edge technology and materials required elaborate HVAC and electrical systems to support interior pressurization, a dense equipment layout and extra operational redundancy.

HVAC Systems

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Sustainable construction is a term that encapsulates this transition, focusing on creating buildings that are environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and economically viable. This involves incorporating energy-efficient systems, such as high-performance HVAC units, LED lighting, and advanced insulation materials.

Sustainability

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2024

Prior to applying SFI material ( [link] ) a contractor must thoroughly prepare the installation area for installation by cleaning it of dust, dirt and other debris. SFI may be beneficial, but its chemical compounds used to manufacture it pose risks that aren’t without risk to homeowners and builders alike.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Plumbing repairs often entail working with water supply, sewage, and gas lines, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of plumbing systems and building codes. Furthermore, incorrectly installed roofing materials can lead to leaks, mould growth, and structural damage.

HVAC System Installation

BDC Network

JULY 17, 2024

Unlocking Sustainability: Smart Access in the Coworking Space 1 kcichowicz Wed, 07/17/2024 - 10:52 Office Buildings Smart building technologies, including modern access control systems, are transforming coworking spaces by advancing sustainability initiatives and offering new ways to create and operate efficient working spaces.

Sustainability

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 20, 2024

By Benjamin Meyer Photos courtesy Siplast In the ever-changing landscape of modern construction, owners and designers are facing an onset of challenges when it comes to building for resilience. Making future-focused project decisions in the design phase can have a significant impact on the durability of the building over time.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

JULY 6, 2023

One area of focus in addressing these concerns is the integration of efficient water tank systems into modern commercial construction projects. To accurately assess your requirements, begin by determining the building's daily water consumption levels for different purposes (e.g.,

HVAC System Installation

Commercial Construction Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

Driven by pent-up demand and the need to expand and grow, our national restaurant, service retail, and hospitality clients are building again to increase revenues. The headwinds of supply chain disruption, higher material costs, and personnel shortages are beginning to subside. when they appoint the contractor).

Building Materials Manufacturing