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. Construction defects typically stem from poor workmanship, substandard materials, improper site preparation, or inadequate maintenance.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

the innovative world leader in building envelope solutions, including wall cladding systems, air barriers, coatings, and restoration systems, announces the launch of StoVentec Fiber Cement Rainscreen System , a complete ventilated rainscreen cladding system that blends sustainability, design freedom, and performance.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

These fibers are then treated with mineral fire retardant, most commonly boric acid (borate salts), which provides essential fire protection, mould resistance, and pest deterrence properties. Fire safety represents another critical aspect of thermal insulation performance.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post Fire Doors vs Standard Doors: Essential Safety Knowledge for Building Professionals appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One person dies every two days in the UK due to fires in buildings, and in many cases, the difference between survival and tragedy comes down to a single element: the doors. to earn their certification.

Building Standards

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

The architectural team specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the new high schools multiple performance requirements and to create a modern appearance aligned with 21st century educational facilities. The Minnie Howard Campus high school offers enhanced daylight, thermal comfort, acoustics and indoor air quality.

Ceiling 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.

Fire Protection System Installation

For Construction Pros

JUNE 13, 2025

Use the type of fuel recommended by the generator manufacturer to protect this important investment. Do not use the generator to “backfeed” power into your home electrical system. Trying to power your home’s electrical wiring by “backfeeding” – where you plug the generator into a wall outlet – is dangerous. See #5 below.)

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2023

Entrance BEFORE Western decided in January to update the building’s entrance with a low maintenance Aluminum Composite Material (ACM)/Metal Composite Material (MCM) rainscreen for a fresh and modern look. “We ACM/MCM is a lightweight composite material consisting of two aluminum cover sheets and a fire-rated core.

Fire Protection System Installation

HardHatChat

MARCH 13, 2013

Englewood crews work hard to replace a fire damaged roof. That’s why a few years ago we launched our commercial facility maintenance division. While we can’t help oversee every aspect of their business, as a commercial construction company we are more than qualified to solve any issues regarding their commercial facility maintenance.

Maintenance

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Kerwin is a lifelong Union Beach resident and has been a firefighter with the Union Beach Gardens Fire Department for decades. This extends to his other job, as a maintenance worker for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. To help protect the community, the Army Corps is increasing the size of the beach.

Risk Management

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/21/2023 - 12:53 SAFTI FIRST For homes and developments built near or in wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas and designated fire zones, fire rated glass fences introduce a remarkable innovation that seamlessly combines safety and aesthetics.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Wall Systems

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A fireproof material provides resiliency against forest fires, while the high impact- resistance protects against hail damage and impact damage during high wind events such as tornadoes. The location of the rebar, when fully grouted, provides adequate protection for a single wythe masonry wall, 95 mm (3.7

Masonry

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The post 5 Genius Building Techniques to Reduce Home Maintenance Costs for Life appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The secret lies in smart building techniques that minimize long-term maintenance costs. It’s made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibres, resulting in a product resistant to rot, pests, and fire.

Maintenance

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

Building maintenance is essential for preserving the longevity and performance of a commercial or residential building, but it can be challenging to remember all of the necessary tasks that need to be performed in every season. It is essential to keep accurate records of all maintenance work performed on your property.

Maintenance

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2023

Building maintenance is essential for preserving the longevity and performance of a commercial or residential building, but it can be challenging to remember all of the necessary tasks that need to be performed in every season. It is essential to keep accurate records of all maintenance work performed on your property.

Maintenance

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

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.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

Most structures erected today have a life expectancy of less than 100 years, with each building component designed to work for a designated period before requiring maintenance or replacement. Therefore, preventive maintenance of building exteriors has become more important than ever.

Maintenance

Safti First

MARCH 13, 2023

One look at SuperClear 45-HS and SuperClear 45-HS-LI and you can see why these products disrupted (and continue to disrupt) the 45 minute fire protective glazing market. A new, “game changing” framing system that would be aluminum with a narrow, two-inch profile that is uniform throughout.

Fire Protection System Installation

BD+C

MARCH 8, 2023

One look at SuperClear 45-HS and SuperClear 45-HS-LI and you can see why these products disrupted (and continue to disrupt) the 45 minute fire protective glazing market. A new, “game changing” framing system that would be aluminum with a narrow, two-inch profile that is uniform throughout.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Recognizing the critical need for robust protection, Denso, Inc., a leader in corrosion prevention technologies, proudly offers the Viscotaq Tank Base Corrosion Protection Systema cutting-edge solution designed to mitigate these risks effectively. Key Features of the Viscotaq Tank Base Protection System 1.

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

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Metal Cladding Solutions | Durable Wall Panels & Sheets appeared first on UK Construction Blog. 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.

Fire Protection System Installation

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 11, 2021

Glass curtain wall façade (left); detail of touch-mullion shadow box within unitized curtain wall. These opaque glass assemblies are integrated into glazing systems, such as glass curtain walls or window walls, to provide visual continuity with adjacent vision glass to render an all-glass look to the building façade.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Known for their durability, aesthetic appeal, and low maintenance, these weatherboards are rapidly becoming popular among builders and homeowners alike. Low Maintenance Another significant advantage of James Hardie weatherboards is their low maintenance requirements. Each material has advantages and disadvantages.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 Image Courtesy of Advantes Group IFS also provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $14 million Greeley Lofts renovation. million renovation of the former Hoffman Produce Building on N.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Wall Systems

Safti First

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences Learn more about the many features and benefits of SAFTIFENCE by SAFTI FIRST by watching this video. In recent years, we’ve seen a growing demand for our USA-made “ SAFTI FENCE ”, a 60 minute fire rated glass fence. The sleek, contemporary look of glass aligns with modern architecture.

Fire Protection System Installation

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

Keeping up with routine home maintenance isn’t just about fixing problems as they arise; it’s about preventing them in the first place. In communities like Parrish, where residents take pride in their homes, consistent maintenance can boost the overall appeal of the neighborhood.

Fire Protection System Installation

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. This creates a wall system of unrivaled energy efficiency, comfort, noise reduction, and strength. The walls are adequately insulated, durable, and inherently tight.

Fire Protection System Installation

The MCP Group

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

2021 Addenda ADD 1 ADD 2 plus attachments The post Great Bend Readiness Center Addition appeared first on MCP GROUP.

Fire Protection Systems

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

Maintenance. Equipment maintenance. Paints & Wall Finishes. Fire suppression & protection. Floor Tiles & Wall Tiles. Roof & Wall Cladding. Roofing Systems. Safety & Security Systems. Ventilation Systems. Construction Managers. Consultants. Contracts Managers.

Project Management Consulting

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.

Fire Protection System Installation