UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Oak Framed Orangery Kits: Complete Guide to Premium Self-Build Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. While traditional orangery installations can cost upwards of £50,000, oak framed orangery kits offer an attractive alternative that combines authentic craftsmanship with significant cost savings.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

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. Both Rockfon ceiling systems stone wool and metal components can be recycled at the end of their long lifecycle on the high school.

Ceiling Systems

Construction Dive

JULY 15, 2025

Published July 15, 2025 Sebastian Obando Reporter post share post print email license Construction crews install panels of the border wall on Nov. For example, tax credits for energy-efficient buildings are set to expire after 2026, creating urgency for stalled or newly planned green developments.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Superior material properties include excellent chemical resistance, fire retardancy, sound insulation, and waterproofing capabilities, with minimal water absorption (less than 0.5%) ensuring long-term durability in challenging environments. You’ll find rigid PVC sheets excel in industrial applications where durability matters most.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

Engineering

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks.

Waterproofing Systems

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. . .

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 17, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

Green Building

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Given that nearly 40% of global carbon emissions are generated by buildings, it’s more important than ever that buildings are designed and built in a sustainable way. Not only does this reduce environmental impact and allow building owners to fulfil their legal obligations, but it also helps improve the health of occupants.

Sustainability

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 25, 2024

Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the launch of Fire Manager, a cloud-based service that enables Active Performance Management in its industry-leading Design Envelope Fire Pumps.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Key Services Offered by Assent Building Control appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assent Building Control provides various services to ensure construction projects comply with regulations and run smoothly. Their expertise covers various aspects, from understanding building codes to managing project approvals.

Building Controls

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The residences feature modern, premium finishes, while the building itself encompasses a rooftop deck offering endless views of Lake Michigan’s shoreline and Chicago’s iconic skyline. of Jade Green Mica (Metallic), 4,480 sq. The exterior showcases over 27,000 sq. of Natures Gift, 6,108 sq. of Light Grey. Laminators Inc.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Design Envelope Tango is a compact solution that reduces installation costs. Because the two rotating devices share a single casing, installation requires less piping. In addition, the Vertical In-Line orientation means the pump is installed in the piping and does not require an inertia base.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2025

Over the past few decades, electrified hardware and doors have revolutionized how buildings are secured and accessed, from hotels and hospitals to office spaces and apartment complexes. These systems combine convenience with cutting-edge security, reshaping how people interact with their surroundings.

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UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The post Discover the Latest News on Which Green-collar Employment Most Needed, Schools Closing Over RACC ‘Crumbling Concrete’, the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, and UKCW Birmingham Sets the Building Agenda and Addresses Concerns appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Where Are Green-collar Employment Most Needed?

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

Building Materials Manufacturing

CCR Magazine

JULY 31, 2024

The methods of installing flat roofs have gone through a lot of changes considering the design and usage of the building. The main strength of BUR is that it is very durable, and the multiple layers protect it against damage and water ingress. Moreover, natural gravel is shielded from UV rays and offers a fire safety covering.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability

Natural Building

JULY 20, 2022

The main benefit of mass timber is that it significantly reduces the embodied carbon of new buildings, up to 50% compared to a similar building of concrete or steel. Structural engineers are looking at embodied carbon to meet the requirements of a variety of green building standards and to meet sustainability goals.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2023

Consulting with an expert can streamline the conversion to electric boilers while reducing total project cost and maximizing system reliability. To address climate change, states and cities are increasingly phasing out fossil fuel use in commercial buildings in favor of clean, green electric options.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2023

They are a multi-use tool and a great friend to any good building contractor. On a construction site, they have many uses and can be utilized to protect equipment and workers across the site against roofing debris and dust. They are both flexible and waterproof and are ideal against the elements.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

This article explores the key benefits, design options, and installation tips for cement board cladding, helping you make an informed choice for your next project. It provides a reliable and robust solution for any building. It provides a reliable and long-lasting solution for any building project.

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The Korte Company

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped. Not surprisingly, the price tag to build a warehouse has a major impact on how its floorplan is designed. Racking systems play an outsized role when owners plan warehouse layout.

Building Products Distribution

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

It protects you from the elements, keeps your family safe and dry, and plays a big role in your home’s energy efficiency. A good roof system has several important parts working together: Roof Covering This is the outer layer you can see from the ground. The covering sheds water and protects the layers underneath.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Proactive solutions are essential to protect investments, whether you own an apartment, shopping center, warehouse, office space, or multifamily property. Strengthening Building Resilience The next crucial step is to strengthen your property to withstand climate-related events. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.

Disaster Preparedness

Construction Specifier

MARCH 20, 2025

By Chuck Knickerbocker Photo Simon Hurst Photography/courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) Glazing systems are significant in connecting interior spaces to the outdoors, making them a popular option for todays sleek and modern building facades. Their ability to transfer daylight also makes them beneficial for interior applications.

Wall Systems

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Queens Borough Hall Municipal Garage and Community Space won the Design-Build Institute of America’s 2024 National Award of Merit. The garage is New York City’s first ever municipal project contracted as a design-build construction undertaking, under the recently authorized NYC design-build legislation.

Building Design

CCR Magazine

JUNE 25, 2023

Are you planning to build a modern industrial facility? A sustainable industrial facility helps protect the environment while enhancing your brand image and resulting in significant cost savings. Green Building Materials : Use eco-friendly building materials that leverage the latest in sustainability and technology.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 31, 2021

While specification and design professionals have long considered the effects of material and product choices on the people within the spaces and buildings they create, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of designing healthy spaces. fire protection. Green Building Council’s LEED v4.1

Ceiling Systems

CCR Magazine

MAY 5, 2024

PGCPS is the first jurisdiction in the nation to use a Public Private Partnership design, build, finance and maintenance model to bundle the construction and maintenance of a group of public schools. Green Building Council’s LEED® Silver standards. According to Gilbane, the schools are all designed to meet the U.S.

Ceiling Systems

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Metal cladding shields buildings from weather and improves their look. Key Takeaways Metal cladding is highly durable, resistant to water damage, corrosion, fire, pests, and adverse weather, offering long-term savings and minimal maintenance needs. The aesthetic appeal of metal cladding also makes it a compelling option.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

In today’s construction news , we will look into the idigitalhub that has formed a partnership with OpenSpace to deliver innovation in the construction fire safety legislation in the UK. Strategy: Improve fire safety documentation with OpenSpace. Field Notes highlighted issues and oversights for build teams to address.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Liquid applied waterproofing is often used on terraces, podium decks and green roofs. In some cases, it can be used to protect car parks as well as water tanks. Using cold applied waterproofing reduces the complexities and risks during construction, speeding the installation process. Vegetative roofing systems.

Waterproofing Systems

CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Simply, retrofitting is repairing and modifying the existing structure into a new stable structure that protects it from flooding or dangers such as high winds and earthquakes. Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. Methods of Retrofitting Building.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

While specification and design professionals have long considered the effects of material and product choices on the people within the spaces and buildings they create, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of designing healthy spaces. fire protection. Green Building Council’s LEED v4.1

Ceiling Systems

Construction Daily News

MAY 24, 2023

What to Consider Before Hiding the Transformer Box Before you install a fence or plant a garden, there are a few things to keep in mind: 1. Resist the Urge to Paint Although it can be tempting to paint that camo-green transformer box a shade that would match your house, most cities consider this vandalism.

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