CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Their versatility and ease of operation make them a very popular choice for construction, maintenance, and many other applications. Whether contractor, facility manager, or property owner, being cognizant of the capabilities of boom lifts will go a long way toward making informed choices of equipment for a specific purpose.

Lifts

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

The largest currently under construction, the seven-story housing, dining and academic structure for students of the Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts, is a public-private partnership between American Campus Communities (ACC) and ASU. In one part of the entry lobby, the perforated ceiling rises in elevation in a pyramid-like shape.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

The post Why a High-Quality Plaster Finish Is the Unsung Hero of Every Construction Project: Unveiling Its Essential Role appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the world of construction, attention often gravitates towards structural elements and design aesthetics, overshadowing essential finishing touches.

Painting/finishing

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

The architectural team specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the new high schools multiple performance requirements and to create a modern appearance aligned with 21st century educational facilities. Rockfon ceiling panels also comply with all acoustic ceiling requirements for LEED v4.

Ceiling Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

The post The Ultimate Guide to Damp Proofing: Prevention, Diagnosis & Treatment in 2025 for Homeowners and Professionals appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Types of Damp in Buildings There are three main types of damp commonly found in buildings: Rising Damp: Moisture moves upwards from the ground through walls by capillary action.

Wall Systems

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

high vaulted ceiling and provides the first-floor master bedroom with a breathtaking sea view. First-class installer training and support The main contractor, Swansea-based HJO Developments worked closely with Raum Architects during the construction to achieve an award-winning level of finish.

Roofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post PVC Sheet Guide: Types, Properties, Applications & Benefits Explained appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Whether you’re designing eye-catching advertising displays, constructing robust partitions, or creating protective barriers, PVC sheets deliver exceptional performance across industries.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post Expert Roofers Norwich: Trusted Local Roof Repairs & Installation Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Essential Qualifications and Certifications Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) cards serve as mandatory requirements for legitimate roofing contractors working on UK construction sites.

Roofing Systems

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3.

Sustainability

CCR Magazine

MAY 5, 2024

PGCPS is the first jurisdiction in the nation to use a Public Private Partnership design, build, finance and maintenance model to bundle the construction and maintenance of a group of public schools. Starting off the 2023-24 school year, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) in Maryland opened six new public schools.

Ceiling Systems

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

It includes an owner’s bedroom on the opposite end of the rear elevation that fully embraces the valley, and walls of glass at the home’s entry and along the back of the house that showcase a through-view to the lights of Las Vegas and the mountain range beyond. Project specs: The New American Home 2024 Location: Ascaya , Henderson, Nev.

Ceiling Systems

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.

Energy Efficiency

Construction Marketing

MARCH 28, 2022

Access to many energy-efficient solutions and ways, from using alternative energy to investing in energy-efficient equipment, is said to be easy nowadays. . Walls and roofs are the primary sources of heat loss in any property, and insulation helps retain them more. Install Building Insulation. All these can lead to wasting energy.

Energy Efficiency

BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients. Movement creates heat.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2023

4 HVAC systems can filter out some of these airborne pollutants, but the filtration of many systems is poor. Second, through mechanical ventilation, such as HVAC systems. 6 The post How designers and architects can mitigate flooring’s impact on indoor air quality appeared first on Construction Specifier.

Flooring Systems

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney MFPRO+ Blog High-rise Construction Apartments Office Buildings Engineers Codes Regulations Adaptive Reuse Reconstruction & Renovation Seismic Design Office-to-residential conversion seems like a simple solution to a problem. If the units aren’t aligned with the structure the job will be more complex.

Engineering

Construction Specifier

MAY 16, 2025

This weeks quiz is from Sound of silence: Specifying the four roles of acoustic ceilings. When walls dont go full height, ceiling systems become key players in acoustic performance. But not all acoustic ceilings are created equaland theyre not always enough. The ceiling panels must have a minimum NRC of 0.90

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By Gary Madaras Suspended acoustic ceilings are mainstream inside many types of buildings and can serve four main sound-related roles. Second, if the partitions between rooms do not extend full height, ceilings can be combined with lightweight plenum barriers to provide privacy from adjacent rooms on the same floor (B in Figure 1).

Ceiling Systems

Construction Specifier

MARCH 11, 2024

Failure of plaster ceiling due to additional weight of attached metal and wood ceilings. Plaster ceilings are often found during renovations and assessments of older buildings. During the 18 th to the mid-20 th centuries, lath and plaster construction was widely used to finish interior walls and ceilings.

Ceiling Systems

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Photo by Michael OCallahan Photography Healthcare facilities can be complex to design and specify because of unique physical protocols for patient safety, expensive and precise equipment use, and regulatory compliance. First, ceilings shall be provided in all areas (section 2.1-7.2.3.3 In these rooms, ceilings are optional.

Ceiling Systems

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Conversations or activity of other occupants, the whirl and beeps of computers and electronic equipment, and the hum of HVAC and mechanical systems all create a cacophony of unwanted sound that is hard to ignore. Hotels, school dormitories, apartments, and condos have the same design element in common—shared walls and floor/ceilings.

Building Performance Measurement

The Contractor Magazine

JULY 18, 2025

Promoted by governments through sweet financial incentives, electrically-powered, super-efficient heat pump technologies are now available—not only air-to-air or ground-coupled systems, but air-to-water systems where gas-charged distribution lines from the outdoor condenser to the buildings consumer stations are eliminated.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2023

Temporary Suspended Ceilings are in great demand in cities across the world as the metropolitan population increases by the day leading to a meteoric rise in construction. On a construction site, they have many uses and can be utilized to protect equipment and workers across the site against roofing debris and dust.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Canvas , the construction robotics company revolutionizing drywall finishing with their series of robotic L4 and L5 spray and sanding machines, today, announced its release of their new product, the 1200CX. Compact Design: Measures 30” by 34.5” and weighs only 1200 lb. with an impressive 12’ finishing height. of the dust.

Painting/finishing

Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. Interior Construction. A20 Basement Construction.

Fire Protection Systems

Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. Interior Construction. A20 Basement Construction.

Fire Protection Systems

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The post Upgrades That Redefine Home Interiors appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Transformative Ceiling Designs While walls and floors often receive the most attention during renovations, ceilingsoften dubbed the “fifth wall”hold significant potential for creativity.

Ceiling Systems

CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. Mechanical plans detail the equipment and its placement within the building, including all components necessary for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality.

HVAC Systems

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The post Revamp Your Garage This Spring: Transforming Clutter into Functionality appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Invest in Smart Shelving Systems A key element of an organized garage is efficient storage. Installing shelving systems can dramatically improve how you store and access your belongings.

Flooring Systems

UK Construction Blog

MAY 10, 2024

The post Wall Mounted Welding Fume Extractor – Breathe Easy, Weld Smart appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Wall mounted welding fume extractors provide effective ventilation. The ducting channels air into the extractor’s filter collection system, which traps smoke and particles to purify the exhausted air.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

Look for cracks, bowing walls, or settling that might indicate structural issues requiring remediation before proceeding. Contact your local building department to understand permit requirements, minimum ceiling heights, egress regulations, and specific plumbing codes that will affect your project.

Painting/finishing

Safti First

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

they would require a newly designed framing system to protect the glass during testing and the hose stream. In 1981, KINON the manufacturer of the glass, and a recent acquisition of SAINT GOBAIN, approached us and asked if we wanted to design a framing system for the U.S. that could successfully pass U.S. testing protocol.

Fire Protection Systems

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

IFS designed and installed the heating and cooling, fire protection and plumbing systems to serve the new uses of the 34,000-square-foot mixed-use building including more than 6,000 square feet of commercial office space, 6,700 square feet of retail space on the first floor and lower level and 21 apartment units on the upper four floors.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Inside the facility The lease covers two floors of raw space in a recently constructed medical office building in North Austin and Newman embarked on a fast-track process to complete the new satellite campus in just 15 months, from test fits to opening.

Flooring Systems

Safety Services Company

AUGUST 22, 2014

Emergencies in the workplace can mean a disruption of work; harm to employees or customers; and damage to materials, equipment, or facilities. During an earthquake, people in most workplaces are at the greatest risk from collapsing ceilings, windows, light fixtures, and other falling objects. Production machinery and equipment.

Fire Protection Systems

CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Cost of construction and maintenance. Retrofitting of the Structural System. Beam Addition Method: Seismic Wall Addition Method: Seismic Isolation Method: Retrofitting of Foundation. Retrofitting of the Structural System. The retrofitting of the structural system consists of toughening the whole structural system.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2022

Photos courtesy Armstrong Ceiling & Wall Solutions. To demonstrate how today’s healthy workplace can function, a major ceiling manufacturer recently renovated 929 m 2 (10,000 sf) of existing workspace on its corporate campus and named it the ‘Living Lab.’ By Alexandra Waltemyer.

HVAC Systems