GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. This was surely the case for the Two Union Square building, in Seattle, Wash., which achieved a compressive strength at 19,000 psi (131 MPa), one of the highest on record when it was constructed in the late 1980s. Quality assurance. michael.delros….

Concrete Pouring

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In today’s fast-paced construction industry, design consultants are revolutionizing project delivery through integrated management approaches. This integrated approach eliminates traditional gaps between planning and implementation, fostering an environment where creative solutions and constructability work in perfect harmony.

Project Management

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.

Surveying

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Consider construction costs, fees, fixtures, contingencies, and expected rate of returns on investments and the time it should take for these returns. What do you think are the forces that are compelling you to redesign your commercial property?

Building Permits

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The kind of work that basement waterproofing companies do may require a local building permit. In this regard, all their staff should be well equipped with the requisite knowledge in waterproofing. There are some basement waterproofing companies that could have lean staff and just the basic equipment for their work.

Quality Assurance

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The post Oak Frame Porch Design: Enhancing Your Home’s Entrance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The natural qualities of oak ensure that each porch is unique, with the wood’s grain and character adding to the beauty of the construction.

Roofing Systems

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Their ability to understand complex designs, manage construction challenges, and adhere to building codes ensures your renovation is done right the first time. Their established relationships with suppliers also mean quicker access to quality materials at competitive prices, keeping the project both on track and within budget.

Electrical Wiring Installation

Contractors Liability Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Mastering Massachusetts Construction: Navigating Licensing and Insurance with Ease! Massachusetts, known for its rich history and diverse architecture, significantly emphasizes the quality and safety of its construction projects. Get Your General Contractor License in Massachusetts.

Building Code Compliance

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Tracking construction costs is a crucial aspect for builders. Builders who actively manage construction costs can save a lot of money while keeping quality high. There are certain strategies to deal with cost problems and ensure that construction projects succeed financially.

Cost Control

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2024

The addition that meets the quality criteria in the neighborhoods with high demand for big homes, the well-designed addition is expected to be rewarding with higher ROI. The installation of a master suite, a very important addition in multibedroom houses, can do a great deal to increase the value of the building.

Quality Assurance

Field Wire

JUNE 28, 2023

In construction, a Request For Information (RFI) seeks the clarification of plans, drawings, specifications, and agreements. The construction RFI is a formal written process in which parties, such as the contractor and designer, clarify information gaps in construction documents. What is a specification?

Building Materials Manufacturing

Contractors Liability Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Maryland contractor licensing and insurance: Your passport to building a successful and compliant business. Professionals in the construction industry in Maryland must navigate the complexities of contractor licensing, which is a critical step. Get Your General Contractor License in Maryland.

Insurance Management

CivilJungle

APRIL 8, 2023

Connect an outsider lounge covering a wood burning to build the pool house an advantageous night luck moment; it will depend on you. Attach Convenience If you build a pool, you will enjoy it with friends and family. We have taken any basic guidelines you will seek while constructing one. Do I Need a Permit for a Pool House?

Permits

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

It plays an integral yet often overlooked role in commercial construction projects. The information here will help you go deeper into various aspects of expert plumbing, and how superior plumbing skills and innovation can transform the way modern buildings are constructed and maintained.

Plumbing

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Mastering Contractor Licensing in Illinois: Your Essential Guide to Local Compliance and Success in Construction! From the bustling streets of Chicago to the unique requirements of local municipalities, our comprehensive guide demystifies the process, ensuring your construction endeavors are built on a foundation of compliance and expertise.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The post Oak Frame Garden Room: Enhance Your Home with Timeless Elegance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Use of high-quality, sustainable materials ensures year-round comfort. An attached garden room may need to comply with different building regulations compared to a detached structure.

Building Materials

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.

Building Performance Measurement

Buildern

DECEMBER 6, 2024

How often do you find yourself in need of skilled workers for your construction projects? With labor shortages and high competition for top talent, construction recruitment may become a challenge even for the most resourceful builders. Manage project schedules, budgets, quality assurance, and coordination between all involved parties.

Project Management

Business Facilities

JULY 22, 2014

Through the Office of Innovation, we want to create a business environment in South Carolina that is ideal to start and build a high-growth company.”. The location will provide Trelleborg Wheel Systems advantages in supplying the North American agricultural equipment market by introducing domestic manufacturing of the tire line.

Renewable Energy Systems

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Construction delivery methods define roles, responsibilities, deliverables, levels of risks, set the overall tone, and ultimately determine the success or failure of a project more so than any single element. Real property are the stewards of the build environment. Construction Delivery Methods. Design-bid-build.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 18, 2016

facilities inspection programs generate requirements for sustainment, restoration, modernization work and minor new construction. JOC contract can be used to accomplish renovation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, structures, or other real property. FM must ensure that requests for work other than construction are not done.

Contracts

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 14, 2017

An integrated project delivery method is arguably required in order to achieve desired quality, satisfaction, timing, and cost for over 90% of renovation, repair, or new construction projects executed. An Example… CDE and LEAN JOC Construction Delivery. It provide multiple benefits to all participants and stakeholders.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

Buildern

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In the ever-evolving construction world, the hunt for efficient and innovative project management solutions is an ongoing endeavor. So grab your hard hat, and let’s dig into the future of construction project management! But as we are in the middle of 2024, exploring what other players bring to the table is productive.

Schedule Management

Building Information Management

MARCH 10, 2017

This format is used to review the primary elements of a Job Order Contract from a “best practice” perspective with a focus upon the construction contractor. It is important to review all Job Order Contract provisions to assure avoidance of any unnecessary financial risk or potential legal issues. Unit Price Book: Don’ts.

Contracts

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Build with Confidence in North Carolina: Navigating the Path to Professional Licensing and Beyond! Stay informed about the NCLBGC’s pivotal role, licensing prerequisites, and the latest educational resources to elevate your construction business. Get your General Contractor License in North Carolina.

Insurance Management

The Korte Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

There, the KC-46A fuel maintenance hangar , KC-46A depot maintenance hangar and an industrial PMXG plating facility mark some of The Korte Company’s biggest, most complex military-grade construction Design-Build projects to date. This is what I’ve always done: construction. Ralph asked Gary what he thought of construction.

Carpentry

Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2014

In addition to worldwide passenger transport, Hancock has facilities for air freight transport including a 53,000-square-foot cargo building. Oswego County offers high quality potable water and available capacity for industrial waste water treatment. Oswego County has Greenfield sites available that are ready to build on.

Building Products Distribution

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. This format is used to review the primary elements of a Job Order Contract from a “best practice” perspective with a focus upon the construction contractor. Unit Price Books should be updated annually.

Contracts

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Unlocking Success in Ohio’s Construction Industry: A Contractor’s Guide to Licensing and Compliance. The state’s vibrant construction industry significantly contributes to the local economy, making it an attractive option for contractors looking to establish or expand their business. Get your General Contractor License in Ohio.

HVAC System Installation

Business Facilities

AUGUST 14, 2017

M idway through 2017 the Food Processing industry already has seen a number of expansions and relocations along with new facility construction. The company also plans to build a fulfillment center in Fairfield, CA in 2018. VARCO PRUDEN BUILDINGS AND RUDOLPH/LIBBE CONSTRUCTION BUILD WINNING SOLUTION.

Building Products Distribution

Buildern

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

As a construction project management professional, you’ve probably searched for the best tool to systemize and automate estimating, bidding, scheduling, and communication processes. Indeed, construction project management requires careful consideration and implementation of the right tools to ensure a successful outcome.

Schedule Management

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Copies of this publication may be obtained from the Executive Office of the President’s Publications Office by calling 202-395-7332, or writing the Office of Publications, 725 17th Street, NW, Room 2200, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503. Steven Kelman. Administrator. Office of Federal Procurement Policy.

Contracts

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

via Four BT, LLC – 4BT enables owners to consistently deliver quality facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. Tool Group A.

Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The post Oak Frame Extension: Enhancing Your Home with Timeless Elegance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Utilising oak frames in construction offers sustainability benefits thanks to oak’s longevity and the eco-friendliness of timber as a building material.

Building Materials

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency. . Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Process Equipment Subgroup: Divisions 40 – 49.

Fire Protection System Installation

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardizing the presentation of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction tasks and costs improves communication and collaboration among all parties, as well as helps to assure financial transparency/. Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Process Equipment Subgroup: Divisions 40 – 49.

Fire Protection System Installation

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. The core competencies will be updated annually per the law.

Building Performance Measurement