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UK Construction Blog
JULY 3, 2025
Sustainable construction delivers measurable economic benefits, including reduced operational costs, higher property values (3-15% rental premiums), and access to government incentives, whilst circular economy approaches can boost profitability by up to 26%. What Is Sustainable Construction?
UK Construction Blog
MAY 2, 2025
Available in various types (standard prestressed, high strength and fair-faced options) and sizes (widths from 100mm to 215mm and lengths from 600mm to 3000mm), these lintels can accommodate diverse building requirements. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. Employing preventive measures can save your project from unanticipated disasters in the long run, ensuring trouble-free operation. Error Prevention Measures? Why is Proper Ventilation Vital?
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UK Construction Blog
MAY 13, 2025
The post How to Ensure Health & Safety Compliance in Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Introduction Health and safety compliance is a critical priority for the construction industry. Various regulatory bodies set out requirements that construction companies must follow to maintain safe work environments.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
The post Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Jackhammers reach 90-110 decibels during concrete breaking work. Wrecking balls generate 110-130 decibels during building destruction.
Stok
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Stok recently attended the IMN ESG and Decarbonizing Real Estate Forum , where real estate leaders shared insights on the top environmental, social, and governance (ESG) trends shaping the industry. These measures reduce energy loss and improve overall efficiency.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
This innovative sustainable insulation solution transforms yesterday’s newspapers into tomorrow’s energy-efficient homes, delivering exceptional thermal performance while significantly reducing environmental impact. The manufacturing process involves several critical stages that ensure both performance and safety.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Additionally, the software allows for relative track monitoring where an as-built survey has not been performed. of T4D Control supports Syscom Instrument’s MR3003DMS and MR3003SB strong motion acceleration sensors, which measure movement from seismic activity. Event-based monitoring of ground-motion Version 6.5
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
By Kristin Dispenza, Advancing Organizational Excellence Cement has historically been so far upstream in a building’s supply chain that designers, engineers, and building owners ignored the details of its production. The net zero approach is inherently performance-based. It’s a more holistic approach.”
UK Construction Blog
MAY 8, 2024
The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Understanding how they work and the regulations surrounding their installation, septic tank emptying and maintenance is essential for homeowners, builders, and policymakers alike.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 22, 2024
Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components.
Construction Marketing
JULY 6, 2010
Given that construction decisions are made by hundreds of thousands of businesses, nonprofit institutions, and government organizations, it is extremely difficult to get comprehensive information on building plans. The AIA Work-on-the-Boards Survey and the Architectural Billings Index.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 9, 2024
We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. There is a significant opportunity to do risk-based inspections with this technology moving forward by providing accurate measurements and data." CAGR from 2023 to 2028.
Building Radar
JULY 15, 2024
The country offers a fair salary and robust safety regulations that ensure a secure working environment for construction workers. With comprehensive health and safety regulations and rigorous enforcement, the UK ensures that construction sites are safe and well-managed. Explore Building Radar’s features.
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2023
The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 7, 2024
The post Learn About the Latest News About the Future of Construction, UK Construction Sector Grows Fastest in 2 Years, on AI Utilisation, and Drones in Revolutionising Building to Boost UK Housing appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Labour has promised to reform the building industry since winning the general election.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.
BDC Network
MARCH 29, 2024
Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.
CCR Magazine
APRIL 23, 2024
Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. Whether the structure is a small house or a large commercial building, each demolition project needs to comply with stringent regulations and safety standards.
The Federal Construction Contracting Blog
APRIL 21, 2022
Working remotely using videoconferencing platforms became commonplace and, in most cases, productivity did not suffer. Despite this stark reality, the federal government sought to keep its construction projects on track and routinely granted exemptions from federally imposed restrictions by determining that projects were “mission critical.”.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2025
By Andrew Irvine Photos and illustration courtesy TYPAR Construction Products In recent years, moisture management has become increasingly important for multifamily and commercial construction teams due to higher expectations for building performance and more stringent building codes and regulations.
Safety Services Company
APRIL 19, 2018
Fines & OSHA Regulations. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of Fines vs. OSHA Regulations. The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is based on the simple concept that employees have both a need and a right to know the hazards and identities of the chemicals they’re exposed to when working.
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 18, 2015
The following is a listing of considerations when implementing, managing, and /or working with Federal Government Job Order Contract. Work Execution. Government and Contractor Furnished Property. Statement of Work for the Contract. Use of Government-Furnished Material. Use of Government-Furnished Material.
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In Eight
APRIL 11, 2023
By identifying potential cost overruns early on, owners can take proactive measures to mitigate risk and protect their investment. Through key performance indicators (KPIs), such earned value management (EVM) metrics, put in place at the project’s start. Having visibility into cost status and ongoing performance is key.
Safety Services Company
MAY 10, 2018
Establishing a safety and health program in your workplace is one of the top ways of protecting your most valuable asset: Your crew. The health and safety of all employees of any reputable company must be of primary importance. Employee Responsibilities: Reading, understanding, and following all safety and health rules and procedures.
Extranet Evolution
JANUARY 4, 2022
Raildiary has capitalised upon its domain experience and expertise to deliver tools specific to the needs of personnel working in a highly regulated and also intensely commercial market. Documenting claims A chartered surveyor by training, Doyle worked for Tier 1 contractors in rail construction in UK and in southeast Asia.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 12, 2024
The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building. They act both as environmentally friendly solutions and as additions to the construction that will improve the appearance of a building as well as functionality.
CivilJungle
APRIL 13, 2022
Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home. After all, with all the tiring and stressful days of work, we want a place to relax and feel the comfort of home. So when we want to build a new home, we also have to consider all our needs related to home and comfort zone. Building Design. Building’s Size.
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 18, 2015
These contracts allow the government to acquire an indefinite quantity, within stated limits, of supplies or services during a fixed period, with deliveries or performance to be scheduled by placing orders with the contractor. Developing the Statement of Work. Performance-Based Statement of Work for Orders.
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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. The construction market in the US is diverse and highly competitive, with numerous regulations and standards in place to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 12, 2021
Sometimes referred to as the “language of business,” accounting personnel document an organization’s accounting activities to accurately measure financial performance. This information is then communicated to owners, investors, creditors, and regulators. Firms typically work on multiple projects at a time.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 25, 2017
Work execution and contract administration. An owner’s review of the historical type and volume of work is generally the first step. Facility management/engineering should conduct a review of work that could be done to under the support of the JOC program and develop an estimated annual volume. JOC procurement/award process.
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Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Heightened focus on indoor environmental quality (IEQ): Factors such as room temperature, acoustics, cleanliness, and air quality are now central to occupant health, happiness, and productivity. By passively moderating indoor temperature fluctuations, thermal mass helps make building structures more resilient to heat waves and power outages.
Building Information Management
MAY 19, 2016
Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. The term includes planning, engineering, architectural work, and other similar actions. The term includes planning, engineering, architectural work, and other similar actions. Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a)
Building Information Management
MAY 19, 2016
Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. The term includes planning, engineering, architectural work, and other similar actions. The term includes planning, engineering, architectural work, and other similar actions. Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a)
Levelset
JULY 22, 2022
Moving from working as a roofing contractor to starting your own business may feel a bit dizzying, but it doesn’t have to be. We worked together with Kyle Shirley, founder and owner of Sol Vista Roofing in Denver, to create a guide to start and grow a roofing business from the ground up. . Review your cash flow regularly.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
With a greater understanding of noise and its impact on people’s health, there is a larger context for specifying the acoustic performance of curtain walls, windows, and other fenestration systems to promote quieter interiors. Sounds perceived as noise are stressful and impact health and well-being.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Preventative maintenance is critical to facilities occupant health and safety, as well as meeting an organization’s fiduciary responsibilities. Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. This work should be scheduled at non-peak hours. Check Points: 1.
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Building Information Management
JUNE 22, 2012
The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. Fede ral Buildings Personnel Training Act. paraphrased . .
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
Thinking through and applying safety and health programs is an effective method of identifying and correcting workplace safety and health hazards. Are you educated, trained and experienced to perform your job safely? Make sure you know the regulations that apply to your work environment and how to comply with them.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 23, 2017
Recognizing the importance of this innovation, industry, academia and governments are investing heavily in research and development to help national manufacturers become more competitive in 21st century manufacturing. The 109,000-square-foot building has two clean rooms built on a 6-million-pound, 3.5-foot Photo: Enterprise Florida).
UK Construction Blog
MAY 9, 2025
The post Safety by Design: How Performance Requirements Transformed Architecture for Safer Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. There’s a silent, often overlooked element that shapes every building, the safety embedded in its very design.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 22, 2025
These specialised installations can reduce noise transmission significantly, creating quieter work environments while protecting nearby residents and businesses from disruption. Communication challenges in noisy environments cause misunderstandings and coordination problems that slow work progress.
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