UK Construction Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

Investing in a superior plaster finish can significantly improve the longevity of walls and ceilings, preventing issues like cracking and moisture damage. This feature can lead to significant energy savings, as it reduces the need for heating and cooling systems.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Quality Assurance 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Herein, we present some of their main uses and explain how they contribute to different industries. Painting and Decorating Painters and decorators make use of the facility of boom lifts to reach high walls, ceilings, or building exteriors. We will look at some of the unusual applications in which these machines prove very useful.

Lifts 52

Lifts Construction Equipment Roofing Systems Maintenance 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 10, 2025

The redesign of the University of Pittsburgh’s Alan Magee Scaife Hall demonstrates that fire-rated glazing assemblies not only support fire-rated designs but also can contribute to community engagement, particularly in stairwells and other means of egress systems, which are critical to fire and life-safety goals.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Wall Systems 52

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 40

Ceiling Systems Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Fire Protection System Installation 40

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

Maximize natural light by incorporating larger windows or skylights, and use ceiling spotlights and task lighting around the vanity area. Common Challenges and Solutions in Bathroom Renovations Bathroom renovations often present unique challenges. Quality workmanship and materials are crucial for desired renovation results.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Plumbing Systems Material Handling Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Zahner’s advanced metal surfaces and engineering systems are unique in the industry and have been used in some of the most iconic commercial buildings, cultural centers, and other structures in North America and beyond. AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative ceiling and wall solutions in the Americas.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Building Design 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 19, 2025

Check the instruction manuals are present and make sure your fire and smoke alarms are operational. While things may still be drying out and adjusting, this is the ideal time to tick off some important admin, check systems, and lay the groundwork for a smooth start.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Wall Systems Painting/finishing Real Estate Development 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

The award was fittingly presented to the Adair County Commission in the historic 1917 Missouri State Capital along the banks of the Missouri River in Jefferson City, Missouri. However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements.

Historic Preservation 189

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 189

CCR Magazine

MAY 5, 2024

As architect-of-record, Stantec designed all six schools and specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the health, safety, well-being, comfort, productivity and success of students and staff. According to Gilbane, the schools are all designed to meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED® Silver standards.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The second phase widened the 33rd Street Corridor from 30 to 57 feet and raised the ceiling height to 18 feet. Four elevators were replaced, and a new elevator entrance was added, along with new elevator communication systems and an intuitive wayfinding system.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Ceiling Systems Project Management Building Design 147

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

The factory-built product was a complete structural package (called ONE Frame in Agorus’ nomenclature), including walls, floors, stairs, ceilings, and roofs. Agorus' framing package for Daybreak included premade floor systems, each panel specifically engineered for its application in the system.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 247

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 247

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 21, 2023

Accommodating sensitive, cutting-edge equipment for both wet and dry laboratories, the new headquarters offers a springboard for Quantum-Si’s anticipated growth trajectory and its core system, Platinum , the world’s first next-generation single-molecule protein sequencing platform.

Zoning 130

Zoning Ceiling Systems Painting/finishing Wall Systems 130

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Floor-to-ceiling glass at the entry and along the length of the back façade blur the line between interior and exterior and frame views of the courtyard water feature at the front and the deck and landscaped yard at the back. A gently curved staircase links the main and upper levels and is complemented by a curving wicker chandelier.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Wall Systems 130

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Questions centered on participants’ opinions on third-party certification systems like LEED, challenges to building green, and the newer pressures of climate change resilience and wellness in the built environment. In search of energy-efficient comfort through ‘smart’ ceiling fans and thermostats.

Sustainability 109

Sustainability Real Estate Development Building Resilience Green Building 109

Natural Building

OCTOBER 28, 2021

They cover walls, floors and ceilings, and are also used for furnishings including tableware and bedding. These materials are presented in different categories relating to their material properties. ” An air filtration system integrates plants and nutshells while rainwater is harvested and reused.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Building Materials Ceiling Systems Building Design 98

Construction Marketing

MARCH 28, 2022

This movement is said to be currently being applied to many premises that are present in a large span of industries. When heat and coolness dissipate, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system needs to work harder, thereby using up more electricity. You can do your part by designing an energy-efficient building.

Energy Efficiency 107

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 107

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Designed by PBK Architects as part of the CFISD’s 2019 bond funding, both facilities showcase Rockfon stone wool acoustic ceiling panels throughout their interiors. The 85,000-square-foot VPAC presents the CFISD’s visual and performing arts programs. The black panels also provide excellent sound absorption with a 0.95

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Building Materials 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 9, 2024

The top honor in SEAOI’s annual Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards, the award was presented to MKA for their role as Lead Structural Engineer on the project during the organization’s 45th Annual Awards Celebration on June 13 in Chicago, Illinois. Serving clients worldwide, MKA has worked on projects in 48 states and 61 countries.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Ceiling Systems Building Design 100

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The recent innovation of integrating phase change material (PCM), a well-established technology, into ceiling panels has generated significant interest. Buildings with high thermal mass can passively cool and heat interior spaces, reducing the strain on mechanical HVAC systems and, in turn, decreasing energy consumption (Figure 1, page 10).

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Ceiling Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

Revit OpEd

MAY 14, 2012

of Echo - Dont use the Basic Ceiling. When an architect uses the Basic Ceiling-Generic type they are creating a situation for the Revit MEP user they may not be aware of. Face based content does not orient themselves to the correct side or face of this ceiling. Labels: Ceilings , Revit MEP , Tips , Troubleshooting.

Ceiling Systems 68

Ceiling Systems Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 68

Specification Product Update

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Innovative expansion brings aesthetic versatility and acoustic excellence to ceiling solutions Hunter Douglas Architectural, a pioneering leader in innovative architectural solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its HeartFelt® Origami product category with the introduction of two captivating new shapes: Weave and Curve.

Architecture 52

Architecture Ceiling Systems Building Design Building Materials 52

Roads Online

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The cost of a spray ceiling crew per hour is very expensive, so you can’t have pieces of the production process breaking down, because if one piece stops, everything else stops,” Bartlett says. Not only did we see a telescopic spray bar that we were comfortable with, but we also saw an operating system that was very appealing.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Ceiling Systems Controls Manufacturing 105

Construction Specifier

APRIL 21, 2021

It is possible to restore discolored, aged acoustical ceilings instead of replacing them with brand new materials when budget is limited or there are time restrictions. Whether a ceiling is composed of an acoustical plaster or conventional ceiling tiles, the majority of aged acoustical ceilings are still structurally sound.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Painting/finishing HVAC Systems Electrical Systems 52

CivilJungle

MAY 21, 2022

What Is Coffered Ceiling? Coffered ceiling is like baroque style which is invented in the early era of Renaissance when, all the other ceilings are made of stones. In that time coffered ceilings are attached with the nobility because it is very expensive type of ceiling. Types of Coffered Ceiling.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Electrical Wiring Installation Painting/finishing Building Materials 52

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Skimmed Milk Powder –These molecules encompass a retarding effect on the setting time of concrete due to the sugar present in it. What Is Soil Vent Pipe | How Does Soil Stack Pipe Works | Soil Vent Pipe Material | Types of Plumbing System. Difference Between Tied Column and Spiral Column | What Is Spiral Column | What Is Tied Column.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Ceiling Systems Piping Installation Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Commercial Construction Blog

APRIL 20, 2017

As a result, most waste haulers have implemented systems to help contractors comply with that requirement – and made recycling on job sites standard operating procedure. This is due to standards set by municipalities, which now require contractors to recycle debris. Repurpose and Reuse.

Green Building 91

Green Building HVAC System Installation Building Materials Building Standards 91

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 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Among its notable improvements are a large 70,000-square-foot conference center, a new lobby with floor-to-ceiling views overlooking the ocean, updated glazing systems in communal spaces, and refreshed doors and windows on more than 400 guest rooms. All vision glass areas rely on Viracon VE1-42 insulating laminated glass.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

The issue of energy efficiency is becoming essential in the present-day retail environment. In addition, daylighting systems should be considered to help in the uptake of natural light instead of relying heavily on artificial lighting systems.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2023

With unprecedented wildfires in Canada and the increased likelihood for future wildfire activity across North America, experts from Buro Happold offer advice on minimizing contaminants in buildings and effective HVAC systems strategies for AECO professionals. This washes clean air over the occupants and extracts contaminants at the ceiling.

HVAC Systems 59

HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 59

BDC Network

APRIL 13, 2023

By integrating high-performance materials and systems, we can mitigate any initial doubts about the feasibility and comfort of school MPRs, making these spaces compelling and practical for today’s future-focused schools. At HMC Architects, we love the design challenges schools present. Here are a few examples: Move walls to move minds.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Building Design Ceiling Systems Stakeholder Engagement 98

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

However, adding plumbing fixtures to a below-grade space presents unique challenges that require careful planning, appropriate materials, and often specialized expertise. Most building codes require minimum ceiling heights of 6’8″ or 7′ for habitable spaces, including bathrooms.

Painting/finishing 40

Painting/finishing Plumbing Systems Ceiling Systems Waterproofing Systems 40

Construction Specifier

JULY 27, 2023

Metal fabric presents a flexible, elegant design option that is also extremely durable—which is an ideal combination for activating a rooftop environment. For example, through metal fabric, a building shell can become an energy-efficient solar protection system that can be adjusted for different times of the day.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Ceiling Systems Building Materials 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

Additionally, effective lighting and ventilation systems are essential to maintain air quality and prevent moisture-related issues. Ottawa’s building codes have specific requirements for basement construction, including ceiling height, window sizes for egress, and waterproofing.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Ceiling Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2024

Discoloration or Stains on Walls and Ceilings Water damage often leaves behind visible signs, such as discoloration or stains on walls and ceilings. This is a clear indication that water is present behind the walls. These marks can appear as yellowish, brownish, or even greenish patches, indicating the presence of moisture.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Flooring Systems Foundation Systems 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As the Middle Tennessee’s first full-service hotel built in nearly a decade, the eight-story, 244-room Hilton Franklin Cool Springs offers one of the only roof-level patios in town plus a stylish lobby and contemporary guest rooms with Tubelite thermal entrance systems and floor-to-ceiling window wall.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Wall Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

CSL (Creative Systems Lighting), a division of Hudson Valley Lighting Group (HVLG) and leading manufacturer of high-performance, architecturally-driven lighting solutions for commercial and residential spaces, is thrilled to introduce a new look and feel.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Architecture Communication Engineering 52