Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

The project may also involve consultants who provide solutions to structural, environmental, legal, or geotechnical issues. It includes the slabs, piers, foundation walls, and dimensions of the structural support plan. It includes the slabs, piers, foundation walls, and dimensions of the structural support plan.

Risk Management

Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Fortunately, innovations in waterproofing technology—such as polyurethane sprayfoam and polyurea coatings—are revolutionizing the industry and transforming foundation waterproofing, focusing on the technical, economic, and environmental benefits. These are the common insulating/waterproofing materials for foundations in floodplains.

Waterproofing Systems

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. Many projects overlook this aspect, yet it serves as a vital barrier against environmental factors and contributes to energy efficiency by improving insulation.

Painting/finishing

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. Blown in cellulose insulation requires professional installation using specialized machinery to inject fibers into wall cavities, floors, and inaccessible areas.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Their responsibilities include: Routine Inspections and Preventive Maintenance Regular property assessments are key to identifying potential issues before they escalate into costly problems. This includes fire safety standards , accessibility compliance, and environmental regulations.

Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

This creates a robust surface that adheres effectively to concrete, wood, and even wall surfaces. Most installations require a two-coat system, providing a dry film thickness of 400 microns that’s 7 times thicker than standard paint. When mixed, these components trigger a chemical reaction that initiates the curing process.

Flooring Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Panelised Homes: Walls and roofs are pre-fabricated in panels, speeding up onsite construction. Future Trends: Sustainability and Smart Features As environmental concerns grow, kit homes are increasingly designed with sustainability in mind.

Building Code Compliance

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

Flooring Systems

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

Setting the stage for energy conservation and reduction Designated as a global emergency by the United Nations, the pollution from GHG emissions, which include CO2, methane, and other harmful gases, have led to substantial, often irreversible, environmental damage. C above pre-industrial levels. 1 The agreement was enacted in 2016.

Sustainability

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.

Roofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

Understanding Damp Damp affects buildings by allowing unwanted moisture to enter structural elements, leading to material decay and potential health impacts for occupants. It typically affects ground floor walls and can ruin plaster, paint, and skirting boards.

Wall Systems

The Construction Index

JULY 1, 2025

Our projects also continue to have positive impacts for local people and their communities. From a group perspective, we have a strong foundation in social value, compliance, environmental standards that we can continue to build upon. I look forward to driving our ambitious targets across these areas.” Got a story?

Construction Equipment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The crystal clear variants offer complete transparency, enabling you to see through protective barriers whilst maintaining excellent impact absorption and abrasion resistance. Construction projects utilise these sheets for wall cladding, roofing systems, and window sills, whilst the automotive industry relies on them for interior components.

Fire Protection System Installation

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Specifically, nonredundant and associated fracture critical bridges may be susceptible to sudden collapse due to vessel impact or brittle failure of their members. FHWA’s focus on T-1 steel over the last several years and recent bridge impacts and associated failures are reminders of this vital need.

Inspection

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2023

Flangan received her bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering and a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering from North Carolina State University. The scholarship is named for Dr. Fernando Lizzi (1913-2003), the visionary leader of ISM and the inventor of the “pali radice” or original “root pile” foundation system.

Environmental Impact Assessment

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. Then, they set 23 prisms along the slope, the retaining wall and the gondola towers (Figure 2).

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 17, 2024

Fellow RSK Group company Minerex Environmental contributed to the project through the management of the high water table. RSK Ireland also provided environmental services on an ad hoc basis when contamination was identified.” This process was designed and operated by Minerex Environmental.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

Wall Systems

BDC Network

JUNE 18, 2024

0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec. And what if we could seamlessly integrate this technology into a building’s walls?

HVAC Systems

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. Moreover, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides guidance on designing buildings to mitigate the impact of severe weather.

Sustainability

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

For industries operating in areas prone to these natural events, assessing potential geohazards is crucial. Geohazard assessment is the process of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating these risks before they lead to damage. In many cases, companies seek professional support to handle these complex assessments effectively.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Here’s a not-so-fun fact: the construction industry is one of the biggest contributors to environmental waste. According to a 2022 analysis , the construction sector produces around 35% of total environmental waste globally. In 2009, the EPA estimated we were throwing away 170 million tons of building materials every year.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

2 This approach aims to positively impact patients and staff, utilizing a continuous improvement model informed by monitored results. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. Flooring selection can have a substantial impact in this area.

Flooring Systems

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

walls, floors, architecture, etc.). It includes the structure's geometry, such as walls, floors, roofs, and other architectural elements, as well as their physical properties like materials and finishes. Sustainability 6D BIM integrates environmental data into the model. What is 6D BIM?: What is 7D BIM?: What's after 8D BIM?

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It’s an unassuming hero, quietly tucked between the walls and ceilings, that works tirelessly to curtail energy consumption. It serves as a barrier, resisting the flow of heat through walls, roofs, and floors, thus maintaining a building’s temperature irrespective of external weather conditions.

Energy Efficiency

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Transportation Engineering is a branch of civil engineering which deals with the planning , designing , operation, and maintenance of an efficient and safe transportation system. Transportation system involves roadways, waterways, and roadways, etc. An effective transport system impacts the growth of the economy.

Engineering

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

How air leakage can impact building durability. Environmental Product Declarations. How air leakage can impact building durability. How air leakage can impact building durability. When moist air hits a cooler surface within a wall structure, water vapor in the air can condense and collect inside these spaces.

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Role of Commercial Retaining Walls in Soil Containment In the realm of industrial-grade landscaping, commercial retaining walls play a pivotal role. Proper assessment of soil quality and characteristics is crucial for determining the right strategies for soil containment and overall landscape health.

Landscaping

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2025

impacting both coastal and inland regions. lies in ruins after Hurricane Milton’s devastating impact. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), flooding accounted for more than $200 billion in damages between 2010 and 2019, impacting approximately 90 percent of all natural disasters in the U.S.

Building Resilience

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Established safety measures, based on detailed risk assessments conducted well in advance, are deployed to ensure increased safety.

Environmental Impact Assessment

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

Building Performance Measurement

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Brick Cladding Options for External Walls appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This guide covers top brick cladding options, including types, benefits, and installation tips for external walls. These systems offer a plethora of design possibilities and enhance the structural integrity of buildings.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

A home plumbing inspection is essential for maintaining the health and efficiency of your water distribution system. Whether you’re purchasing a new home, preparing for renovations, or just ensuring that your existing system is functioning properly, a comprehensive inspection can save you from costly repairs down the line.

Inspection

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 11, 2023

It also significantly impacts energy efficiency, indoor air quality (IAQ), and occupant comfort. Therefore, properly specifying and detailing the transitions between fenestration products and the surrounding wall conditions is extremely important.

Building Materials Manufacturing

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Damp and rot prevention requires a multi-layered approach, incorporating proper drainage, ventilation systems, and moisture barriers during construction phases. Chemical and Physical Barriers Chemical damp proofing creates water-repellent barriers through silicone-based compounds injected into masonry walls.

Wall Systems

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

At the forefront of this transformation are frameworks such as LEED, the WELL Building Standard, and property resilience assessments (PRAs), which help guide and certify projects that meet elevated benchmarks of environmental responsibility, health-centered design, and climate adaptability. In LEED v4.1,

Building Resilience