CCR Magazine

JUNE 11, 2025

Designers, trade partners, and stakeholders co-located on site during construction. led by Engenium Group , impressively blended new construction with historic and concealed HVAC electrical systems within the existing facilities while making a net zero ready facility. The Dorothy Height Elementary School in Washington, D.C.,

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Operational costs increase because construction remains among the biggest energy-consuming industries worldwide.

Renewable Energy Systems

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. Many types of prefab materials, such as louvered pergolas, steel buildings, and vinyl fence gate kit systems, leverage machinery and automation in the factory.

Prefabrication

CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

Without these fundamentals, your labor costs will likely exceed that of hiring a more efficient professional. Look for a company that exclusively focuses on commercial and industrial roofing systems. Quality of Materials The materials used in your commercial roof affect durability, energy efficiency, and warranty coverage.

Roofing Systems

Buildern

AUGUST 6, 2025

Table of Contents Growth Landscape for General Contractors   Common Challenges in Growing a Construction Business Strategies to Grow a Construction Business Growth Landscape for General Contractors Before drawing a plan to scale a construction business , let’s examine the landscape where general contractors operate. 

Project Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

In the realm of light commercial buildings—such as small offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and clinics—efficient and reliable heating is critical for both comfort and productivity. Space Efficiency One of the biggest challenges in commercial properties is space management.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Construction defects typically stem from poor workmanship, substandard materials, improper site preparation, or inadequate maintenance.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pre-planned worksite LED lighting layouts present cost-saving opportunities and mitigate redundant workload while safeguarding construction workers and passersby. Sports Field Construction Project Benefits: Facility managers and project managers benefit from significant cost savings when an adaptive outdoor lighting plan is utilized.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

Perkins Eastman designed the new school with a concentrated focus on creating an equitable, inclusive, innovative, energy-efficient learning environment. Aligned with Alexandrias Green Building Policy, ACHS Minnie Howard Campus is targeting Net-Zero Energy and LEED Gold Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council.

Ceiling Systems

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Acoustic Wall Panels Many modern commercial interiors are designed using the open floor plan concept. With fewer interior walls, the building achieves greater energy efficiency while promoting a brighter, more welcoming ambiance. Keep clear, open sightlines so ADA patrons dont have to guess whats around each corner.

Wall Systems

UK Construction Blog

MAY 7, 2025

With growing demand for efficiency, safety, and sustainability, the way we build has evolved significantly. Gone are the days when manual labor and generalized tools dominated job sites. Because they’re standardized across much of the industry, they simplify installation while ensuring compatibility with a range of pipe systems.

Electrical Wiring Installation

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions. C above pre-industrial levels.

Sustainability

For Construction Pros

JUNE 24, 2025

system Another growing trend is the adoption of hybrid generators that combine diesel generators with battery energy storage systems, although these come with a higher initial cost and a longer payback period. Generators typically operate most efficiently around a 75% electrical load.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Key Takeaways Air quality monitoring is the continuous measurement of pollutants that provides crucial data for detecting harmful contaminants, with systems tracking parameters including humidity, temperature, CO2, VOCs and formaldehyde across diverse environments. Even more concerning are PM2.5

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 4, 2025

For example, ventilated cladding systems and cleverly placed shade structures can prevent overheating, moisture damage, and structural stress. Heavy-duty excavation, soil compacting, and well-engineered foundations are critical for large-scale outdoor projects such as driveway replacement or site leveling.

Foundation Systems

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Energy efficiency and temperature stability. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system. These systems feature powerful ammonia cooling units that help maintain ideal temperatures. It’s crucial that these systems work efficiently. Keeping operations on track.

HVAC System Installation

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

Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 29, 2024

Building an efficient and sustainable commercial building can be perceived to be costly and complicated, but it does not have to be. Lower construction costs Efficiency starts with the building design and construction activities. Choosing to use these panels depends on how soon an owner needs to be in their building.

Building Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Ware Malcomb provided lab planning, site design, and interior architecture and design services for the buildings, encompassing approximately 32,000 and 52,000 square feet, respectively. The project was recognized as the winner of the NAIOP DC | MD Design Excellence Award for Best Life Science Facility.

HVAC System Installation

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

But the Desert Comfort Idea Home , a high-performance, net-zero–energy custom home built in the Sonoran Desert north of Phoenix, the latest in a series of Idea Homes produced by Pro Builder , is very real … and it delivers all of the comforts a desert oasis promises.

HVAC System Installation

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

But among all the exciting changes, remember to give your heating and cooling system some love too. Because a well-maintained HVAC system means comfy temperatures for everyone, lower energy bills, and fewer repair headaches down the line. Start by taking stock of your current system. Is it old and tired?

HVAC System Installation

Commercial Construction Blog

APRIL 20, 2017

Erosion control measures, such silt fencing on the site of this Goodwill store Englewood built in Romeoville, Ill., In fact, as green construction techniques become more mainstream and cost-efficient, many have been adopted as standard construction practices followed by experienced commercial contractors as a matter of course.

Green Building

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Owners and clients expect a seamless handover, which is the key to efficient facility management and operations. But while closeout is essential, planning for a seamless handover happens well before ground is broken. Commissioning is especially important for energy management. In construction, last impressions matter.

Building Commissioning

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . You can achieve substantial maintenance cost reductions by proactively addressing issues that influence building efficiency.

Maintenance

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Consider this word of caution: Online calculators that give you a round number based on your planned square footage won’t cut it. And don’t just add the cost of a beefed-up HVAC system to that round number and expect to get anything close to an accurate cost estimate. Cold storage warehouse construction integrates key systems.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

MAY 31, 2024

With a growing emphasis on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy efficiency, integrating green technologies into construction projects is essential. Energy-Efficient Design Energy-efficient design is a cornerstone of sustainable construction.

Green Building

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. What Does a Proper Metal Duct System Look Like? Fire dampers and smoke detectors may also be mandated. Humidity control may also be integrated.

HVAC System Installation

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

This directly translates to building energy codes. In the United States, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) and International Code Council (ICC) primarily lead the efforts to develop energy codes, with help from the U.S. And, the result of this baseline?

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2024

It allows you to create a space that suits your needs and tastes, allowing for customization, energy efficiency, and long-term value. However, it’s also a complex process that requires careful planning, budgeting, and a clear understanding of the building process. Choosing a location is also crucial.

HVAC System Installation

Roads Online

AUGUST 30, 2023

Material supplied by Coates Coates has expanded its offering and launched Coates Power & HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning). Coates Power & HVAC will help keep an organisation’s operations running, from temporary systems and short-term bridging solutions to long-term strategies.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

Zero-energy building, a notable trend in this area, focuses on minimizing the use of conventional energy by incorporating technologies such as solar panels, Low-Emissivity (low-E) coatings, and intelligent interiors. Replacing gas-powered tools and vehicles with electric alternatives significantly cuts down on emissions.

Renewable Energy Systems

The Korte Company

JUNE 1, 2018

The robotic systems they support have evolved rapidly in response to the explosive growth in eCommerce and the subsequent consumer demand to receive their goods quickly. To accommodate these systems and the support infrastructure they rely on, automated warehouses must be designed appropriately. Automated warehouses.

Building Products Distribution

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

As technology advances at a breakneck pace, healthcare facilities must adapt to accommodate increasingly sophisticated machinery and systems. This transition has allowed for more efficient use of space within healthcare facilities, but it has also introduced new challenges in terms of power requirements, data management, and connectivity.

Construction Equipment

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

A commercial building’s electrical system is its lifeblood. Strategic planning is crucial for smoothly renovating commercial electrical infrastructure. They’ll make sure it integrates smoothly with the rest of the system. They analyze needs and design a phased plan. It powers vital technology and functions.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Whether you’re planning to build a new home or renovate your current one, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest trends to ensure your home is modern, energy-efficient, and equipped for the future. Sustainable design features like solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient windows are also increasingly popular.

Renewable Energy Systems