UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

The post Eco-Friendly Building: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling on Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Using digital tracking systems to monitor material usage in real time enables teams to make adjustments on the fly and avoid unnecessary purchases. Procurement also plays a major role in waste prevention.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their resilient construction and the ability to stack up to six units high made them the perfect choice for my alternative housing trip. This made me look for different ways to build a home. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build.

Ceiling Systems 52

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Trane, a leader in building and energy solutions, is collaborating with the university to develop and implement a comprehensive energy saving and emissions reduction program. As a result of these improvements, NIU is projected to achieve over a 26% reduction in energy consumption and an 11% reduction in emissions.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

Installation can be DIY-friendly with click-system options or glue-down formats, though professional fitting ensures perfect pattern alignment, especially in larger spaces. Available in numerous colours and wood-effect finishes, herringbone vinyl adapts to existing dcor while providing a statement foundation for your space.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. Decades later, these innovative floors remain a smart and efficient solution for many commercial spaces, balancing comfort for occupants and long-term performance for facility managers and building owners. What is hybrid carpet?

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

This creates a robust surface that adheres effectively to concrete, wood, and even wall surfaces. Most installations require a two-coat system, providing a dry film thickness of 400 microns that’s 7 times thicker than standard paint. When mixed, these components trigger a chemical reaction that initiates the curing process.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The Foundation of Every Successful Loft Conversion Professional loft conversion drawings London specialists understand that comprehensive technical drawings form the backbone of any successful conversion project. Building Services Integration Modern loft conversions demand sophisticated building services integration.

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The Construction Index

JULY 21, 2025

Under Andrews leadership the group has increased its resilience, strengthened its financial position and currently has a record order book of over £11bn. Kier Group’s board chairman Matthew Lester said: "I would like to thank Andrew for his exceptional leadership over the last six years, which has transformed Kier.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 15, 2023

This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. This is not a theory. We have done it,” he says.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Slashing Costs by Tens of Thousands, RIC Technology Revolutionizes 3D Construction Muscatine, Iowa – The second 3D-printed house in Muscatine has completed construction by the leading 3D construction company Alquist 3D, powered by RIC Technology’s cutting-edge robotic arm based 3D printing system.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. Dvele's Nob Hill home in Ventura, Calif.,

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – A research project progressing from the American Iron and Steel Institute’s (AISI) Small Project/Fellowship Program has received significant funding through the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance performance-based fire design for cold-formed steel (CFS) structures. Thomas Gernay, Ph.D.,

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 18, 2023

Buildings made of mass timber – layers of wood bonded together – are gaining popularity as greener and faster alternatives to concrete and steel structures. National Science Foundation. The key feature of the building is a post-tensioned rocking wall system built from mass timber panels.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 16, 2023

Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced today the successful completion of a series of seismic tests on the tallest building yet subjected to earthquake simulations. Seismic tests simulating both the 1994 magnitude 6.7

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2025

The storm’s powerful winds and storm surge overwhelmed the building’s defenses, leading to roof collapse and shattered windows. This destruction highlights the vulnerability of coastal structures to hurricanes and the importance of resilient building practices in these regions. mm (1 in.) Interior flooding from 25.4 mm (1 in.)

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Strong Tie

MAY 9, 2023

As a lead industry supporter and research partner of the National Science Foundation-funded NHERI TallWood project , Simpson Strong-Tie is proud to participate in this groundbreaking initiative to investigate the resilience of tall timber buildings in earthquake-prone regions.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

The climate and corrosive salt environment of the Persian Gulf created a number of challenges for this striking new building. This continuous waterproofing system fully bonded to the structural concrete surrounding the substructure, creating a positive and permanent barrier against the corrosive environment. “We

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. Engineers, architects, and specifiers are under growing pressure to design and deliver spaces that prioritize sustainability, occupant well-being, and resilience.

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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. m (14 ft), 5.18

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

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BDC Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The lessons learned in the Northeast can help design energy-efficient, multifamily buildings elsewhere too. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts rolled out ambitious updates to its Building Energy Code in 2023. The new Specialized Opt-In will require passive house certification for all multifamily buildings larger than 12,000 sf.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

The climate and corrosive salt environment of the Persian Gulf created a number of challenges for this striking new building. This continuous waterproofing system fully bonded to the structural concrete surrounding the substructure, creating a positive and permanent barrier against the corrosive environment. “We

Waterproofing Systems 68

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

As a result, resilient design has grown into an industrywide movement calling on engineers, architects, environmental consultants, and other design professionals to create buildings that not only withstand severe storms like hurricanes and tornadoes, but also remain habitable under extreme weather circumstances.

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

Building Materials Manufacturing 97

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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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Strong Tie

MAY 9, 2023

As a lead industry supporter and research partner of the National Science Foundation-funded NHERI TallWood test , Simpson Strong-Tie is proud to participate in this groundbreaking initiative to investigate the resilience of tall timber buildings in earthquake-prone regions.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 29, 2024

Elevated Foundations An effective way to protect buildings from floods is by elevating the foundation above the flood level. You might use: Pier and beam foundations: These lift the home on stilts or columns, allowing floodwater to pass underneath. New innovative materials are being developed to enhance flood resilience.

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BDC Network

JULY 19, 2024

The Role of Diaphragms and Shear Walls in Creating Resilient Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 07/19/2024 - 11:00 MFPRO+ Blog Guide to incorporating diaphragms and shear walls into your next building project design. Diaphragms and Shear Walls Defined A diaphragm is a flat structural unit acting like a deep, thin beam.

Wall Systems 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 23, 2023

The modular construction system has been gaining acceptance as it presents a viable solution to address these challenges by optimizing labor resources, reducing on-site construction time and improving project predictability. In May of 2023, they completed their tenth modular house for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

From public parks to corporate complexes, understanding the principles of structural soil containment is key to creating sustainable and resilient landscapes. The Role of Commercial Retaining Walls in Soil Containment In the realm of industrial-grade landscaping, commercial retaining walls play a pivotal role.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

For commercial property owners, this time of year prompts a critical reassessment of their buildings’ readiness to withstand the unpredictable forces of nature. In the aftermath of such storms, the importance of resilience becomes strikingly clear. Why Invest in Resilience?

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Strong Tie

JUNE 27, 2024

The Converging Design project utilized six-story resilient steel frames from Simpson Strong-Tie Simpson Strong-Tie supports this area of the construction industry, which is focused on developing solutions that can be utilized in geographic areas with high seismic activity. We extended this type of research with the Converging Design project.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 20, 2024

Below-grade insulation protects parts of a building that are below-ground levels such as basements, foundation walls, and crawl spaces, from heat transfer and moisture. Below-grade insulation demands resilience, and polyiso meets and exceeds that challenge with ease. What is polyiso insulation?

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CivilJungle

APRIL 10, 2022

Micro concrete is a great option to repair the cracks of cement walls at a very less price and weight compared to real concrete. So at the time of revamping the house when walls will be needed to excavate, it will be accessible more. Being a durable material, it can be used on walls and floors. Less Water Demand. Micro Concrete.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

In this special Autodesk University episode, hear Shannon Goodman , Executive Director of the Lifecycle Building Center , share her expertise on utilizing construction waste for more sustainable and reusable buildings. In 2009, the EPA estimated we were throwing away 170 million tons of building materials every year.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo as a building material has greater compressive strength and it is lightweight so that it is widely used as a construction material. Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Advantages of Bamboo. Bamboo Uses in Construction.

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