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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages. What Is Sustainable Construction?

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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. When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development. After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.

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Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs

GCP Applied Technologies

Here are several ways to do so: Carefully assess the aisle width. DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems significantly reduce control joints and curling. Verify that the HVAC systems are sited properly. Speak to a specialist about using DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems on your next project.

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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

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. Impact on occupants One of the first concerns of noise pollution is its effect on human comfort and cognitive performance.

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Building Your Construction Career: A Complete Guide to Industry Success

UK Construction Blog

From hands-on trades to management roles, you’ll find countless ways to grow and advance. Whether you’re interested in carpentry, site management, surveying or project planning, there’s a pathway that matches your aspirations.

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Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVAC) – A Important Standard? – HVAC information exchange – HVACie

Building Information Management

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.