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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 3, 2025
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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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
UK Construction Blog
JULY 19, 2025
In today’s fast-evolving technological landscape, combining Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is changing how we analyze and use 3D data. Understanding BIM and GIS To understand the impact of their integration, it’s essential to know what BIM and GIS are.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 19, 2025
It’s a process that involves assessing structural integrity, rethinking logistics, and keeping your workforce and clients informed. Why Water Damage Is a Serious Business Risk When flooding hits a construction site, the impact is far more than cosmetic. What materials must be reordered, and how quickly can they arrive?
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 9, 2025
Without proper planning, even the best-designed commercial construction projects can face delays, cost overruns, or legal issues. These areas are home to diverse projects ranging from retail complexes to large-scale office buildings. These surveys provide precise data on property lines, topography, and existing structures.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
Without a quantifiable specification to convey contract requirements, project teams will continue to be handed polished concrete floors that are ripe for change orders and expensive to maintain. Inevitably, projects continue to have mixed results, where owners must accept problematic floors because they cannot be rejected contractually.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
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. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. Types of Lodge Buildings Understanding the different types of lodge buildings is essential for selecting the right structure to suit your specific requirements.
Buildern
JULY 10, 2025
The first crucial step is project planning, which is both time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. A builder starts planning.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
The £450 million stadium project forms part of an eight-hectare town centre regeneration scheme that includes 1,000 residential apartments, hotel facilities, restaurants, and a live music venue, creating over 1,000 permanent jobs for the local community. Community impact adds another dimension to the stadium debate.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 29, 2025
The change represents more than environmental responsibility because it focuses on producing products that are durable and cost-efficient while meeting industrial requirements. By implementing these practices, manufacturers can reduce their environmental impact while improving their bottom line.
Contractors Liability Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) manages this process. The city also checks in more often when you’re doing tricky structural work.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 23, 2025
Commercial property solicitors in Staffordshire play an essential role in ensuring that construction and renovation projects adhere to legal frameworks, particularly when dealing with complex contracts and property regulations. Their expertise ensures that projects run smoothly, minimising risks and legal complications.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
The post Construction Industry App Development: Transform Your Projects with Digital Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Today’s technology offers streamlined solutions that tackle communication breakdowns, enhance productivity, and significantly improve project management across all stages of development.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. You’re not alone.
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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. These defects range from minor aesthetic issues like cracked tiles to serious structural problems that compromise safety.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Your project’s success depends on selecting the appropriate equipment rental provider. billion in 2024 according to recent market projections which indicate an 8.2% billion in 2024 according to recent market projections which indicate an 8.2% The projected market growth will slow to 5.7% As the U.S. The good news?
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
When traditional excavation methods struggle against hard materials like rock and reinforced concrete, drum cutters emerge as the precision solution that transforms challenging projects into manageable tasks. This continuous process produces consistent results without the shock loads associated with impact tools.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 26, 2025
Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions and Groupe Valco In any construction project, the integrity of a building’s foundation is paramount. Ensuring the longevity and structural soundness of a foundation requires effective waterproofing. Issues such as cracks, water infiltration, and wood rot undermine the best building structure.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 8, 2025
Whether you’re looking to accommodate a growing family, create additional living areas, or enhance your home’s functionality, understanding the extension process from conception to completion is essential for a successful project.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
The UK construction industry is experiencing a cautious recovery in 2025 with three consecutive months of positive growth, but faces its most severe labour shortage in decades that threatens to constrain a historic £34 billion pipeline of major projects starting this year. annually with projections of £204.12 While the sector shows 2.7-2.9%
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. A proper assessment helps identify both limitations and opportunities in your space. You’re not alone.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 3, 2025
The post The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Once a construction project is completed, the real challenge beginsmaintaining the building to ensure its longevity, safety, and optimal functionality for all residents or users.
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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Impact drivers create 85-100 decibels when fastening materials.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
As energy costs continue to climb and environmental awareness reaches new heights, homeowners across the UK are discovering the remarkable benefits of recycled paper insulation. Specifications typically range from 40-65 kg/m³, providing an optimal balance between void filling capabilities, structural stability, and thermal resistance.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
Key Takeaways Manchester United is building the UK’s largest football stadium with a 100,000-seat capacity on land adjacent to Old Trafford, designed by Foster + Partners as part of a £2 billion regeneration project set to complete by 2030-31. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
These comprehensive systems include all structural oak components and joinery required to construct a traditional orangery, engineered for assembly by homeowners or their chosen contractors. This time-tested approach allows for straightforward assembly while maintaining the structural integrity that oak construction is renowned for.
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Exciting news: BAE Systems and ISNetworld® have joined forces! We are thrilled to announce that BAE Systems has joined the esteemed ranks of ISNetworld®’s hiring clients. Their extensive portfolio, including advanced flight controls and electronic warfare systems, underscores their role as a beacon of excellence.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
The post Loft Conversion Planning: The Critical Role of Technical Drawings and Structural Assessment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. However, successful loft conversion projects require meticulous planning, precise technical documentation, and thorough structural assessment from the outset.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2025
Therefore, existing structures have been targeted for renovations to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management. The largest contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the U.S., C above pre-industrial levels. 1 The agreement was enacted in 2016.
Construction Specifier
JULY 5, 2025
Well-designed skylights can take maximum advantage of solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC) in winter to reduce energy consumption, as well as reduce lighting heat load on cooling systems in summer. The roof curb also provides a means of flashing the roof penetration created by a skylight by effectively integrating it with the roofing system.
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. Every breath you take matters.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Facilities Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), while critical to reducing rampant environmental and financial waste, is rarely practiced to mature levels capable of delivering signficant improvement. Identify factors that impact TCO. How to demonstrate cost impacts over time. How to quantify requirements and costs.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 9, 2025
Effective damp proofing in 2025 is essential for maintaining a dry, healthy home, preventing costly structural damage, and ensuring long-term property value. Understanding Damp Damp affects buildings by allowing unwanted moisture to enter structural elements, leading to material decay and potential health impacts for occupants.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 1, 2025
The firms that embrace comprehensive digital strategies are capturing increasing market share, whilst those that resist online marketing find themselves struggling to compete for the most profitable projects. Construction websites require specific functionality that differs significantly from generic business sites.
Business Facilities
JUNE 25, 2025
Reshoring represents a structural shift, not a short-term trend. The current administration’s policy and tariff initiatives also are fueling investments in domestic high-tech projects. FDI collaboration that focuses on aligning client goals with industry standards ensures seamless project execution and innovative solutions.(Photo:
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 8, 2024
And lastly, trillions of dollars are being invested into sustainable environmental solutions. As a result, this approach sparks a multitude of opportunities for innovation and collaboration across communities and cities while considering the economic realities of lab costs and the environmental benefits of building reuse.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 1, 2024
Resource Conservation : Water Systems : Maintenance of plumbing systems can prevent leaks, ensuring efficient water use and reducing waste. Inventory Management : Regular checks can optimize the use of supplies and materials, minimizing excess and waste. Material Longevity : Proper upkeep of building materials (e.g.,
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. Through this work, this year’s class of Rising Stars have directly benefited the design profession, their employers, project owners, and society.
PN - Project Management
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Powered by big data, predictive analysis is becoming a cornerstone for construction management, enabling businesses to achieve greater accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Big data refers to large volumes of diverse information collected from numerous sources, both structured and unstructured.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
While architects, engineers, and construction professionals have almost always relied on models to plan and deliver projects, static visualizations have real limitations. In recent years, we’ve seen a move from the use of static data to smart systems that use active data inputs. Consider the strides being made in water management.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
By Rowland Chen The Telluride–Mountain Village Gondola is a free public, wind-powered transportation system that stretches between the mountain communities of Telluride and Mountain Village, Colorado. Once set up, this system takes very little oversight. Even the monthly report to TMVOA comes out of the web interface for T4D.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
While innovations offer welcome solutions to existing problems, they also require a change in the approach to project delivery. On the west coast, big tech companies are leading the way pursuing net zero projects,” said Cariaga. In some ways, this is breaking the culture,” said J. The net zero approach is inherently performance-based.
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