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How XL Construction built a building on top of a building in an earthquake zone

Construction Dive

Erik Russell Courtesy of XL Construction That unique siting and design meant Milpitas, California-based XL Construction had to align the new and old buildings from the top down, building around a 275-ton crane that sat atop the existing library. The complex structure required extensive building information modeling coordination.

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement. Biodiversity ensures ecosystems function properly and maintain resilience similar to a machine that runs smoothly.

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ACI 318-25 Code Update: Key Changes in Structural Concrete Design

Civil Engineering Web

Overview of ACI 318-25 ACI 318 is the most widely used standard for the design and construction of structural concrete buildings and non-building structures. Includes guidance for designing structures with resiliency to natural disasters like tsunamis and tornados. aci-318-plus 3.

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Power Plays: Why Energy Availability, Pricing, Grid Readiness Now Drive Corporate Site Selection

Business Facilities

Courtesy of LocationAdvisor.com A t a time when business resilience is increasingly defined by energy reliability and sustainability, corporate real estate (CRE) executives are placing a strategic focus on one factor that was once an afterthought in site selection: the power grid.

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How to Create a Pet-Friendly Garden with Artificial Grass

UK Construction Blog

High-quality artificial grass is made from resilient fibres that can handle heavy foot traffic, meaning pets can run and dig without causing damage. Creating a Comfortable Play Area: Consider adding shaded areas, soft bedding, or designated digging zones to enhance your pets enjoyment. A key advantage is durability.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

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.

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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

Construction Specifier

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.