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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical.

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Next-Generation Roofing Systems for Commercial Structures

CCR Magazine

Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. Cool Roof Systems Taking Comfort a Notch Higher The word “cool” in the name says it all. Designed to minimize heat transfer, they reduce reliance on HVAC systems and cut operational costs.

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High-Rise Maintenance: Innovative Solutions for Building Care

CCR Magazine

By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. From drones that inspect hard-to-reach places to smart systems that predict equipment failure, the options available today are both fascinating and practical.

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Top BIM Trends Driving Change in AEC Design & Construction

UK Construction Blog

Driven by comprehensive BIM data derived from IoT sensors, BIM professionals and building engineering consultants can create accurate 3D models, monitor systems and simulate their behavior for the entire project lifecycle. BIM for Sustainable and Carbon-free Construction.

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New Electrical Standards Shaping Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

The use of energy-efficient systems, such as LED lighting and advanced HVAC setups, has become a requirement. By meeting these standards, businesses reduce operational costs and support broader sustainability goals. Proper installation of these components ensures reliable operation across the entire infrastructure.

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Alexandria City HS Redevelopment Features Rockfon Ceilings

CCR Magazine

According to Perkins Eastman, the project was designed as a national model for sustainable, healthy and high-performing schools. Freedom Materials supplied Rockfon products to Summit Construction, who installed a total of 180,000 square feet of the stone wool acoustic ceiling tiles in Chicago Metallic ceiling suspension systems.

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Proactive Water Management: Best Practices for Buildings of the Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

In the United States alone, water treatment and delivery accounts for 13 percent of the country’s total electricity consumption , releasing up to 290 million metric tons of carbon every year—approximately 5 percent of total US emissions and equal to the carbon output of more than 60 coal-fired power plants.