UK Construction Blog

JUNE 10, 2025

Design Philosophy: Building in Harmony with Nature The architectural approach to Ata Rangi Lodge centers on environmental integration—a philosophy increasingly relevant to forward-thinking construction projects worldwide. This practice aligns with growing emphasis on supply chain sustainability in UK construction.

Architecture

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

In this complete guide, you’ll discover everything you need to know about recycled paper insulation – from its manufacturing process and thermal performance to installation methods, costs, and UK building regulations. Fire safety represents another critical aspect of thermal insulation performance.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

Natural Building

JUNE 24, 2025

Barbara Jones is a passionate advocate of building with natural materials and has been a leading exponent of straw-bale construction since the mid-1990s – designing affordable, straw-bale houses. She co-founded The School of Natural Building and trains a community of aspiring natural builders through theoretical and practical courses.

Building Design

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. Over-Structure Extensions build on top of existing single-storey structures like garages.

Budgeting

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

“America’s engineering firms are engaged across the domestic energy sector, designing systems that produce and transmit power generated from traditional, nuclear and renewable sources,” said Urbanchuck. “We We do believe the Big Beautiful Bill will lead to meaningful growth.” By Tom Little • June 13, 2025 Keep up with the story.

Renewable Energy Systems

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. These comprehensive systems include all structural oak components and joinery required to construct a traditional orangery, engineered for assembly by homeowners or their chosen contractors.

Fire Protection System Installation

Construction Specifier

MAY 26, 2025

1 Door hardware is a part of green building initiatives. Photo courtesy Allegion plc Durability Building products are expected to last a long time, and builders hardware is no exception. For example, hinges which are acceptable for fire doors are described in NFPA 80. 2021 Butts and Hinges. Please consult A156.1

Building Code Compliance

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

The Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2025

In an era where sustainability is shaping nearly every facet of construction and infrastructure planning, water systems are no exception. Viewed chiefly as a safety mechanism, backflow preventers have long played a critical role in protecting potable water supplies from contamination. Vas Gnanadoss Aug. Vas Gnanadoss Aug.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Key Takeaways Choose certified removal companies with BAR or NGRS membership for guaranteed professional standards, insurance protection, and customer safeguards when relocating in Surrey. Teams use protective materials including padded blankets, wardrobe boxes, and floor coverings to prevent damage during transport.

Material Storage

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

With their exceptional strength, ability to withstand substantial forces, inherent fire resistance, and corrosion-resistant options, HSS offer reliable protection for structures required to endure and recover from the impacts of natural disasters involving wind, flooding, fire, and seismic activity. Approximately 1.5

Building Resilience

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

rcassidy Mon, 06/05/2023 - 12:44 Andrew Lehrer and Tyler Jensen, Environmental Systems Design A significant climate impact can be achieved with hybrid electrification that balances capital expenditure and operating expenses. The green power market, a subset of the larger electricity market in the U.S.,

Renewable Energy Systems

BDC Network

MARCH 19, 2024

3 reasons to consider green products for your next building project rcassidy Tue, 03/19/2024 - 14:13 Casey Smyth Building Enclosure Systems Green Building Products Moisture Protection Moisture Control/Building Envelope In recent years, there has been a sharp focus on creating a more sustainable building industry.

Green Building

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

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. . .

Waterproofing Systems

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We kept working at it and I think it came together very well.” The entry, set back from the garages and a casita that flank it, is further protected by a pair of prow-like roof shapes that add distinction and weight to the otherwise all-glass façade. The New American Home 2024 is no exception.

Ceiling Systems

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. In the shift toward digitalization and integration of fluid-flow systems, Armstrong leads the industry.

Fire Protection System Installation

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

Safti First

DECEMBER 16, 2024

One such material fire rated glass is increasingly setting benchmarks in design and performance across airports, train stations, bus terminals, and ferry terminals. Below, we explore why fire rated glass is becoming a cornerstone in transportation architecture and how SAFTI FIRST is leading the charge. Photo credit: SAFTI FIRST.

Fire Protection Systems

Natural Building

JANUARY 30, 2021

Many of the structures have green or living roofs, although only a fraction of the 1,800 buildings have living roofs, and many of these are confined to the garage, connecting the building directly to the surrounding earth while providing a pathway for grazing deer. Not too bad for a roof that is 55 years old!

Fire Protection Systems

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Vetrotech Saint-Gobain, the company that pioneered fire-rated glazing in North America, today announces the successful fire-test series of the industry’s most advanced product since the invention of fire-resistive glass. A third-party certification body representative was on site for all tests.

Fire Protection Systems

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

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

OCTOBER 24, 2024

However, maintaining a clean chimney is critical for fire safety and indoor air quality. Professional chimney cleaning services, such as those offered by Green And Clean Home Services, help ensure your fireplace operates safely and efficiently, protecting your home and your health. According to the U.S.

Fire Protection Systems

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

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

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems, a premier manufacturer of roofing, wall and lining systems, is proud to announce the expansion of its PVC product lineup with the introduction of MAX PVC and fleece-backed MAX PVC XR roofing membranes. Green Building Council. Visit HolcimElevate.com to learn more.

Roofing Systems

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

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Armstrong supplied six 600hp Design Envelope pumps to the project,” Scarafile added.

Fire Protection Systems

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?

Green Building

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

The value of Design Envelope pumps is augmented by Pump Manager, a cloud-based service that provides smart analytics, diagnostics, and alerts to support HVAC system efficiency and extend product life. All Armstrong 360 Service and Support programs optimize the lifetime performance of HVAC systems.

HVAC System Installation