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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. By definition, the burnished version of polished concrete can include coating the floor with waxes and resins.

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Construction Purchase Order: Definition, Workflow, and Benefits

Buildern

A well-managed PO reduces confusion, protects profit margins, and keeps procurement aligned with the construction schedule and cost structure. For smaller teams or growing businesses, incorporating POs into Buildern’s structured system is often the first step toward full construction project management software adoption.

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Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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Innovative Sustainable Materials Revolutionizing Residential Construction

Construction Daily News

Not only is it required to meet tightening governmental standards, but the real estate market is becoming increasingly conscientious about wanting net-zero structures. The result is a unique, double-layer insulation system that leverages concretes durability and weather-resistance around the insulative core. In short, no time soon.

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EagleView Launches New Property Data Ecosystem

CCR Magazine

The ecosystem has over 60 petabytes of asset data derived from high-definition aerial imagery. EagleViews property data ecosystem includes roof measurements and attributes like property and roof condition, structure identification, and solar suitability information at a parcel level. The data is extracted using artificial intelligence.

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As-Built Documentation: The Cornerstone of Accurate Construction Records

iField Smart

These changes arent small, but include changes in equipment installations and material specifications to structural changes and unpredictable site conditions. Future Maintenance and Renovations: As-Built documentation or drawings are definitive deliverables that help project stakeholders with renovations, repairs, and maintenance.

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Reducing overdesign: The structural complexity of shelf angles

Construction Specifier

Figure 2a and 2b: 2a) Multi-wythe load-bearing brick wall (veneer and structure). Illustrations and photos courtesy Alberta Masonry Council Shelf angle design represents the intersection of masonry designand steel design, and depending on the buildings primary structural system, concrete, steel, or wood design.

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