Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Fortunately, through advances in hydro excavation and slot trenching, these delicate subterranean systems can be effectively modernized without damaging the structure. Dated cast iron pipes can be retrofitted with industrial pipe insulation to keep the sewage system functioning properly in all weather conditions.

Building Codes

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Many types of prefab materials, such as louvered pergolas, steel buildings, and vinyl fence gate kit systems, leverage machinery and automation in the factory. Augmented reality, 3D printing, dynamic BIM, and next-level project management software are just a few of the ways that technology is changing the game in construction.

Prefabrication

Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Last Updated on November 11, 2024 In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective cost management is essential to protect profits and ensure project success. How can contractors consistently stay on top of costs while managing complex projects and service contracts? What is Job Costing in Construction?

Cost Control

CCR Magazine

MARCH 24, 2025

And if you already work in commercial construction, regardless of whether youre an electrician or a construction site manager , you need to be aware of the latest NEC rules. The use of energy-efficient systems, such as LED lighting and advanced HVAC setups, has become a requirement. Lets break it down.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of the NSW8000 Series Wireless Network Sensor for Metasys building automation systems (BAS) and FX series programmable controllers. Secure Data Transmission : Guarantees secure data transmission with AES-128-bit encryption.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Construction firms can lower commercial energy costs by replacing outdated machinery and using innovative monitoring systems while improving operational performance and sustainability. These systems both find operational shortcomings and stop ineffective energy loss while providing guidance to solve performance problems.

Renewable Energy Systems

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Benefits of a Preplanned Lighting Layout Lighting plans that are engineered ahead of the projects commencement date consolidate duplicate installation efforts and allow construction managers to repurpose light fixtures for the completed project. This not only leads to reduced labor and material costs but also faster project completion.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This can be easier said than done given the diverse needs of modern facilities. It is a priority to ensure that people from all walks of life can safely enjoy facilities. With that said, noise transfer through open interiors can be more problematic than in heavily-walled facilities. Take your ADA features to the next level.

Wall 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.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

MAY 7, 2025

Whether you’re managing a residential build or coordinating a commercial infrastructure project, leveraging the right tools and engaging local expertise can be the difference between a project that merely meets expectations and one that sets a new standard. For these applications, bsp threaded fittings are a go-to solution.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Matern Professional Engineering is proud to announce the promotion of mechanical engineer Dorian Maness to Senior Project Manager. Maness has over seven years of project experience in K-12 and higher education mechanical systems design, as well as municipal, healthcare, and other commercial project experience.

Engineering

Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Example: On a senior living facility project, Englewoods collaboration with the architect led to the re-evaluation of roofing materials. Example: Englewood proposed adjustments to HVAC system specifications for a cannabis dispensary project. The proposed adjustment met aesthetic goals while reducing costs by 15%.

Building Code Compliance

Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

We explained to the client that as a national contractor that manages projects across the country, we have a wealth of historical pricing data we can use to create market-specific order of magnitude budgets – top-level rough estimates of costs that are typically used to determine a project’s feasibility in the early planning stages. .

Site Planning

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these critical facilities. It’s crucial that these systems work efficiently.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2025

Being near medical facilities, social hubs, or family can make daily life easier and more enjoyable for you. Selling now locks in your equity before adjustable mortgages become an even bigger burden to manage. Cutting Repair Costs: No more shelling out for leaky roofs or broken HVAC systems—let someone else handle those pricey fixes.

Cost Control

HardHatChat

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Englewood’s Facilities Management Group notes that fall is an ideal time to address seasonal maintenance concerns and make sure building systems are ready for winter. At Englewood Construction, one of the services we offer as a national commercial construction firm is a full Facilities Management Group.

Facility Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 5, 2024

National Building Systems Design Firm Helps Bring World’s First Climate Positive Arena to Life LENEXA, Kan. — Henderson Engineers , a national building systems design firm, is proud to be part of the all-star team helping deliver Intuit Dome , the world’s first climate positive arena and home of the Los Angeles Clippers.

Sustainability

Commercial Construction Blog

MAY 1, 2018

One of the things we’ve been most proud of at Englewood Construction over the last several years is the growth of our Facilities Management Group. It turns out we were right – and a lot of clients agree – because today our facilities management team is busier than ever. Insider Knowledge. Problem-Solving Know-How.

Facility Management

Construction Specifier

JULY 14, 2023

Within commercial buildings, HVAC systems are responsible for 67 percent of the total emissions emitted. This presents a major challenge for facility managers, who balance the day-to-day operational demands of their buildings with the need to reduce carbon footprints and energy costs.

HVAC Systems

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

They both join the leadership of the firm, which has been upgrading and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of prominent structures in Greater New York City for over 50 years. His role is especially vital as major property owners in New York City adapt to Local Law 97, which sets limits on greenhouse gas emissions.

HVAC Systems

BD+C

JULY 10, 2014

BioSkin , a system of water-filled ceramic pipes that cools the exterior surface of buildings and their surrounding micro-climates, has won the 2014 Tall Building Innovation Award from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). Body Image: read more.

HVAC Systems

BD+C

AUGUST 4, 2014

Less than a year after opening its ultra-green, hydropowered data center facility in Luleå, Sweden, Facebook is back at it in Mother Svea with yet another novel approach to data center design. read more.

HVAC Systems

BD+C

JULY 17, 2014

Architects Codes Energy Efficient Roofing Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Green Specifications Legislation Sustainable Development Contractors Glass Technology Regulations Brick and Masonry Designers Standards Cultural Facilities Engineers Building Enclosure Systems Education Facility Facility Managers Building (..)

Green Building

CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. In residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, these systems regulate temperature and provide ventilation and air movement.

HVAC Systems

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post The Role of facility managers in the construction Industry appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A facility manager within a company possesses a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in maintaining their building and operations.

Facility Management

BDC Network

APRIL 24, 2023

Smart savings: Commissioning for the hybrid workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/24/2023 - 09:27 Office Buildings Joe Crowe, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Gresham Smith, shares smart savings tips for facility managers and building owners of hybrid workplaces. Joe Crowe, P.E., Joe Crowe, P.E., Located in Nashville, Tenn.,

HVAC Systems

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, WINT Water Intelligence Building and operating a modern commercial property or industrial facility requires a major ongoing investment of resources. Commercial buildings and facilities across industries are responsible for a large percentage of that energy expenditure.

Fire Protection System Installation

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 1, 2024

Resource Conservation : Water Systems : Maintenance of plumbing systems can prevent leaks, ensuring efficient water use and reducing waste. Resource Conservation : Water Systems : Maintenance of plumbing systems can prevent leaks, ensuring efficient water use and reducing waste.

Maintenance

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

By Ricardo Aguirre, CEO Steam systems serve as the backbone of numerous industrial processes, providing the essential thermal energy required for a wide range of applications across various sectors. To address these challenges, American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam) offers specialized services aimed at optimizing steam systems.

Energy Efficiency

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These properties, typically known as smart buildings, use advanced technologies to manage assets, resources, and services to benefit the property owner, building employees, and customers. Why Adopt Advanced Technologies in Facilities Management? How Is Robotic Process Automation Used In Facilities Management?

Facility Management

Roads Online

MARCH 12, 2024

Material provided by Coates Each January Boral delivers a planned shutdown at its Berrima Cement Works facility in NSW – an event Coates Industrial Solutions has supported for 27 years with equipment hire, on-site tool stores and experienced personnel. This solution effectively addressed the critical needs of Boral.

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

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

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Mike Moreland and Ross Ferries Laboratories Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the United States in 2020, the American research community experienced a sudden spike in funding.

HVAC System Installation

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2023

Evolving and adapting your facility to keep pace with the brilliant innovation happening within its walls is mission critical. Don’t fret—the road to innovation can continue. With today’s emerging “ digital twin ,” technology, the maintenance of most facilities is more accessible.

Facility Management