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Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. Equally, many insurers will require compliance with JCoP guidelines to provide coverage.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
This innovative initiative enhances pre-project planning, improves construction visibility, boosts safety measures and increases operations efficiencies. Poettkers drone program also benefits the Risk Management Department. Artificial intelligence (AI) can evaluate the drone footage to measure stockpile quantities.
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
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
JULY 15, 2025
The post The Hidden Costs of Poor Building Regulation Compliance: Why Professional Drawings Matter More Than Ever appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Material costs are soaring, skilled labor is scarce, and regulatory scrutiny has intensified following high-profile building safety failures.
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?
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
JANUARY 8, 2025
These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. These issues can lead to costly repairs, compromised safety, and long-term structural damage without proactive measures.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 2, 2025
Fire sprinkler systems are one of the most critical safety features in any commercial building. From protecting staff and property to avoiding legal troubles, heres why you should never skip a scheduled inspection. Reduce property damage Protect lives and stock. Who Should Perform These Inspections?
Construction Daily News
APRIL 3, 2025
Lynx is considering building its Southern Operations and Maintenance Facility on a 59-acre site in northern Osceola County. The property is currently owned by an entity connected to Naples-based cold storage developer Karis Cold. The property is currently owned by an entity connected to Naples-based cold storage developer Karis Cold.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures. You’ll discover the core concepts, comparisons to other methods, and key properties that make these systems advantageous. This leads to shorter build times on-site.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 12, 2025
Construction paperwork has shifted dramatically from site offices filled with folders to tablets and smartphones on UK building sites. While many builders have mastered their craft through years of hands-on experience, the digital documentation requirements from Building Regulations to health and safety records now demand equal attention.
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%.
Stok
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Building owners and operators are implementing practical upgrades, including: Building envelope improvements by adding insulation, sealing leaks, upgrading windows, and installing exterior shades. These measures reduce energy loss and improve overall efficiency.
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.
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.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 7, 2025
Parking lots may seem like mundane spaces, but they are critical areas that require strong security measures. Whether in a shopping mall, office building, or industrial site, ensuring safety for vehicles and pedestrians is paramount. Without proper safety measures, accidents and damage can occur frequently.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 24, 2025
The National Electrical Code (NEC) sets the rules for electrical work in commercial buildings across the United States. New rules focus on things like energy efficiency, improved safety measures, and renewable energy integration. For instance, recent electrical standards now require energy audits for commercial buildings.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor stairs, straight or spiral designs, wooden open rise or glass balustrades, modern manufacturing techniques can accommodate virtually any style while ensuring compliance with building regulations.
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Roads Online
APRIL 30, 2025
As Hamidreza Sahebzamani, PHD, MIEAUST, R&D and Technical Support Manager SAMI Bitumen Technologies explains. The availability of these products now allows all projects, regardless of budget constraints, to incorporate carbon reduction measures. To address this need, weve developed alternatives to the SAMIGreen range.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2025
RELATED Talking Isnt Building: More Action Needed on Surge Protection Barriers “This climate investment is mostly state money … We bless our friends at Albany for stepping up,” Lieber said. of Environmental Protection is working at street level to manage stormwater. He managed a community newsroom in Santa Monica, covering L.A.’s
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UK Construction Blog
MARCH 14, 2025
Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Include a vice for holding components during repair work and ensure the bench measures at least 6 feet long to accommodate larger vehicle parts.
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UK Construction Blog
MARCH 13, 2025
The material diffuses light evenly throughout the greenhouse, preventing hot spots and reducing the risk of plant scorching that can occur with direct sunlight. The material’s durability translates to lower maintenance costs compared to glass alternatives, with significantly reduced risk of breakage requiring panel replacement.
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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 13, 2025
Builders, contractors and property developers need to understand proper garage door service because the construction industry must adapt to new regulations and evolving client expectations. The International Building Code (IBC) sets forth requirements for commercial building applications.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan.
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. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 9, 2025
Effective damp proofing in 2025 is essential for maintaining a dry, healthy home, preventing costly structural damage, and ensuring long-term property value. 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.
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ENR Construction
JULY 14, 2025
This summer, the Texas legislature nearly passed a measure that would have installed early alert weather-warning sirens, but ultimately rejected it, deeming it too costly to implement. AP Photo/Joshua A. Had we left more room for the river, the July 4 flood would have risen more slowly and covered a smaller area,” he told ENR.
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CCR Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
You’ll learn about the risks of incorrect sizing and get a detailed guide for Adelaide air conditioning. Understanding What Affects Air Conditioner Size Picking the right size air conditioner isn’t just about measuring your room’s floor area. Building materials play their part too.
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.
Construction Marketing
MAY 17, 2023
These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM).
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Information of Construction Risk Management. Construction risk management is a long steep process, in which we have to calculate the all-possible risk and determine the process by which we can reduce this type of risk. Where we identify, analyze the risks and work over them.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 16, 2018
From the first water reducers, invented in the 1930s, to superplasticizers, polycarboxylates (PCE's) and other advanced admixture technology, macro fibers, supplementary cementitious material (SCM), to aggregates and new ways of conceiving concrete mix designs, the methods and ingredients for achieving a given concrete performance are endless.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
This month, we have more than 35 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, ProEst, BuildingConnected, Assemble, and BIM 360. Notification | Advanced Settings – Personalize Autodesk Build email notifications so teams stay on the same page.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2023
WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, built the ClimateVue suite of tools to help clients improve their resilience practices by monitoring future rainfall trends, help communities visualize potential impacts and create mitigation plans while providing local leaders with real-time management tools.
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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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project. New Orleans, LA.,
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. While doing this he spotted what looked like spinach sprouting out of the sand by his foot.
BDC Network
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Many property owners are boosting their bottom line by hosting vacation and long-term rentals. Use mold-resistant building materials like wallboard, paint primer and porcelain. When we test or treat a property for mold contamination , we comply with applicable government and health department standards and certifications.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 1, 2023
A new residential community has sprouted up and the homeowners want to beautify their front lawns, so they go to a nearby property to gather some fresh topsoil. Dan Kennedy, project manager, Environmental, Interagency & International Services Branch, New York District, U.S. Credit: DeShawn Bowser, Public Affairs, New York District.
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Building Information Management
OCTOBER 26, 2015
To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability to determine the number, total cost, and measure the performance of renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and construction projects.
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The post The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire safety within buildings is a critical concern that demands meticulous attention and proactive measures.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2023
To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects. T The following figure, for example, was produced in 1972.
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Building Information Management
JUNE 20, 2012
Key Topics / Take Aways: Identify and advance technologies, processes, and management practices that improve the performance of federal facilities over their entire life-cycle, from planning to disposal. Facility risks to Organizational Mission. The “how” of measuring investment successes. Potential to quantify.
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