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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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

The positive effects of this design include a sleeker appearance and a clear adjacent ceiling area for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing fixtures. These choices cater to aesthetic preferences and support energy efficiency goals important to building owners and occupants. Designers can use the fifth wall for elements of interest.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Paper-based documentation systems create bottlenecks, whilst Excel spreadsheets fail to provide real-time updates across multiple teams. Safety compliance presents ongoing challenges without proper tracking systems. These digital solutions create measurable improvements across multiple operational areas.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 12, 2025

Energy-Efficient Building Materials and Design Businesses’ primary strategy to decrease their carbon emissions involves selecting sustainable construction materials. Companies can achieve significant environmental benefits by choosing building materials from reclaimed wood and bamboo alongside recycled steel options.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These detailed plans serve multiple critical functions: they ensure Building Regulations compliance, facilitate accurate structural calculations, and provide clear guidance for construction teams throughout the build process. Building Services Integration Modern loft conversions demand sophisticated building services integration.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

With clear, practical strategies and expert advice, this guide aims to simplify damp proofing and provide actionable steps for tackling common moisture problems in any building. This is the most common form in modern buildings, especially those with poor ventilation. Each type harms building materials differently.

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Procore

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

“The Groundbreaker Awards honor the incredible individuals and teams who are transforming the way we build, and the communities in which we live”,” said Tooey Courtemanche, President, Founder, and CEO of Procore. facility designed to accelerate advancements in precision medicine, informatics, and data sciences.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 11, 2025

Regular plumbing maintenance ensures systems run smoothly and helps avoid unexpected issues. Homes with older plumbing or near large trees should be checked twice a year to prevent problems like root intrusion. Why Schedule Regular Plumbing Maintenance? Maintenance prevents plumbing troubles and expensive repairs.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. We can offer something that looks custom and performs at the highest level, but we don’t reinvent every detail,” Dillman says.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

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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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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The International Code Council’s ( ICC ’s) 2024 plumbing and mechanical codes have the most significant changes in 25 years. The 2024 IPC improves public health through enhanced waste management requirements and plumbing system resilience to natural hazards. Photo courtesy International Code Council.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

You know too well that your home’s plumbing system is crucial. Our goal is to furnish you with concise, practical tips for keeping your plumbing operational. For this purpose, Dan’s Plumbing has put together essential tricks and techniques to guide you in achieving plumbing mastery.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

One undertone that frequently misses our sight in sustainable construction planning is that of plumbing systems. However, there's a silver lining—recent years have ushered in noteworthy advancements and innovations, each striving to make plumbing systems ever more eco-friendly.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Surveyors Measure and map construction sites, providing critical data for project planning and design. Diagnose and repair plumbing issues to ensure functionality.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sloan , the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, has earned verification to The Water Council’s WAVE program. About Sloan Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

A mainstay in this realm is plumbing, a profession as old as civilization itself. Today, you will look into the new trends shaping construction practices and how they are influencing the ever-evolving spectrum of plumbing. Solar powered hot water systems are another key trend in this domain.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, WINT Water Intelligence Building and operating a modern commercial property or industrial facility requires a major ongoing investment of resources. Unfortunately, inefficiency and mismanagement of water resources remain among the most significant threats to a building’s performance.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

The intricacy of plumbing repairs often requires a good knowledge base. One such resource is Dan’s Plumbing Guide. This guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions for various plumbing repairs. This guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions for various plumbing repairs.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 15, 2024

If you are a homeowner, you understand that plumbing services play a crucial role in keeping your home healthy. Plumbing issues can pose serious health risks if not addressed timely. That’s why Fergusons Plumbing services exist, to promptly address all your plumbing woes.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Unbeknownst to many, plumbing services can offer unexpected assistance in this area. The foundation of this lies in the fact that an efficiently functioning housing system contributes to a stress-free living environment. At Dan’s Plumbing, we understand the connection between a well-maintained home and mental health.

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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Plumbing Valve. A plumbing valve is a system that is installed in the plumbing system. Plumbing is generally defined as the system where we need to install pipes and other required works to fix the drainage system. What Is Plumbing Valve? Types of Valves in Plumbing. Gate valve.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 27, 2023

An entire station is a combination of a digital theodolite, an electronic distance measuring device (EDM) and a microprocessor with a memory unit. When the Digital theodolite has been used with a built-in electronic distance-measuring unit, the birth of this new concept in fully automated surveying started.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether for extensive renovation work, property valuation, or facility management purposes, performing an accurate measured building survey is an important part of understanding any real estate asset in London. Coordinating the Site Survey The first step in a measured building survey is careful planning and coordination.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From HVAC to lighting, plumbing to insulation – retro-commissioning empowers you to fine-tune operations and eliminate wasteful practices that may have become ingrained over time. So, What Exactly Is Retro-Commissioning?

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 2, 2020

The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field. Building code overview.

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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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BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Mike Moreland and Ross Ferries Laboratories Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the United States in 2020, the American research community experienced a sudden spike in funding.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 13, 2022

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. LEED certification verification means a building has been designed and constructed using strategies to improve performance across all metrics under LEED’s five main categories.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

The post Made-to-Measure Windows: A Time-Saving Solution Becoming Popular With UK Contractors appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The UK construction sector has a skills gap despite ambitious building targets. Built-to-measure windows are a quick solution, simplify installation, save on labour and improve building performance.

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