UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Installing bright LED lights (3000-5000 lumens) eliminates shadows under vehicles and in engine compartments. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The post Innovative Approaches to Cavity Wall Insulation for Builders appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You’re probably used to standard batt or blown-fibre installs, but fresh regulations and unpredictable weather are nudging you toward smarter cavity wall solutions.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This has shifted the discussion from general safety to a building’s functionality, serviceability, and operation after an event and moved the attention from being on the structure to the building’s occupants. These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations. billion annually.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

The structure fulfils high requirements in terms of energy efficiency, protection against the environmental influences and noise, durability, low maintenance, moisture regulation and sustainability. The all-in-one system of compatible products with tested and approved individual components covers a wide range of subframe solutions.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. Plumbers often address this issue by installing booster pumps and pressure-regulating valves. These systems are designed to ensure consistent water pressure, regardless of the floor or the time of day.

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BD+C

MARCH 31, 2023

Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements and deliver a comfortable environment.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 7, 2024

McConnell Dowell’s scope of work included the construction of a new wharf, revetment, quay wall, nine dolphins, wharf furniture, main equipment foundations, and marine loading arm platform structures. To watch and learn more about the project, click here.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.

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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.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rigid-Frame Design A turning point for fabric buildings came 13 years ago when Legacy Building Solutions first introduced fabric structures that featured a structural steel I-beam frame. Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 10, 2024

Laminators Incorporated presents AdaptaClad™ RS, a new shop-fabricated rainscreen wall system designed to provide significant time and labor savings to fabricators and installers. Its built-in adaptability makes it possible to install over almost any building substrate. <p>The post Laminators Inc.

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cnstrctr

AUGUST 3, 2019

One of the first projects I was on the architect asked us if the firestopping material was installed in the movie theatre. Because I was new I had no idea was this crucial element to the building life safety systems were. Don’t know what a fire separation plan is? Materials Typically Used in Firestopping Systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. The four-lane divided highway also features a protected bike lane, shielded from traffic with a concrete wall barrier.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.

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BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people. As a buildings-performance expert, I have decades of experience designing high-performance, sustainable, and energy-efficient systems for a variety of industrial clients. Movement creates heat.

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For Construction Pros

JUNE 13, 2025

It should be a safe distance from the structure and not near an air intake.” Install a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector in your home. Editors Note: if not already, consider having one installed in your business. Use the type of fuel recommended by the generator manufacturer to protect this important investment.

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BDC Network

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. Designing buildings that provide good fire protection, cost-effectively, can be challenging.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home.

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 12, 2023

AIM Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing has supplied wall cavity barriers and open state cavity barriers (OSCBs), along with technical support, for a ‘path-breaking’, 900-room student accommodation development at the University of West England Bristol’s Frenchay Campus. AIM’s products were supplied through SIG Manchester.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2025

Roller shutters create a protective barrier that shields against extreme weather, including strong winds and heavy rainfall. Your home stays cooler in summer and warmer in winter naturally, which means your heating and cooling systems don’t have to work as hard. Homeowners find solar-powered systems a game-changing option.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 2, 2020

The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com.

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Safti First

MARCH 25, 2022

SAFTI FIRST has responded to these requests for innovation in our systems and our manufacturing capabilities to bring these glazing innovations to fruition. This has allowed us to meet the ever-rising demand for clear, advanced fire rated glazing products while providing competitive pricing and fast lead times. up to 2 hours.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

A new air-conditioning system was installed, and fire alarm and fire suppression systems were extended to meet code requirements. Driver was able to speed up the project timeline due to a close collaboration between the city of Santa Monica, the Santa Monica Fire Dept. and design firm Gensler.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.

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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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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. Consider aluminumthe historical framing material for curtain walls.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Metal Cladding Solutions | Durable Wall Panels & Sheets appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This article dives into its benefits, types, and uses to help you see why it’s a popular choice for many structures. The thickness of wall cladding sheets is a key specification to consider.

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 13, 2023

A major refurbishment project in Dorset has seen a landmark building completely transformed with the use of a BBA-certified StoTherm Mineral external wall insulation system designed by Sto. The StoTherm Mineral M insulation system was installed to the sheathing boards to create a drained and vented cavity.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The architects from Level Architecture, LLC, Chicago, IL chose Omega-Lite panels not only because they offer a highly decorative, strong, and durable surface finish for exterior wall surfaces, but also because of the short lead times as well as no set minimum quantities for the custom colors. Laminators Inc.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Experiencing a fire in a home or business is a distressing event that leaves lasting effects. Beyond the immediate loss of property, fire damage can compromise the safety, structure, and livability of a space. Understanding Fire Damage and Its Impact Fire damage encompasses more than just charred walls and furniture.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 6, 2022

Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are hollow foam blocks stacked into a building’s exterior wall shape, strengthened with steel rebar, and filled with concrete. It combines Expanded Polystyrene, a fine insulating material, with steel-reinforced concrete, a strong structural building material. The concrete ensures airtight walls.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Whether it’s heavy rain, strong winds, or the occasional snow, your James Hardie weatherboard can maintain its structural integrity and appearance. They’re also resistant to fading, so the vibrant colour you choose remains as stunning as the day it was installed. Set a budget and explore options within that range.

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Natural Building

JUNE 8, 2025

Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) is a panel system where each panel consists of multiple timber boards glued together in a perpendicular pattern. The result is a structural product that doesn’t bend and is very strong, rather like plywood. Fair fire resistance. Disadvantages : Needs extra insulation when used for exterior walls.

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