Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Regulations can differ widely across the nation. These trends center largely around improving safety, combating climate change, and ensuring accessibility. Fortunately, through advances in hydro excavation and slot trenching, these delicate subterranean systems can be effectively modernized without damaging the structure.

Building Codes

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Commercial lodges often require adherence to more rigorous building standards due to frequent guest turnover and must comply with various safety regulations. Modern techniques also facilitate the integration of advanced insulation systems and smart building technologies while maintaining traditional lodge aesthetics.

Building Design

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

The post Epoxy Flooring Birmingham: Durable Solutions for Homes & Businesses appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Epoxy resin flooring has become the go-to choice for Birmingham property owners seeking long-lasting results.

Flooring Systems

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. Open-Plan Reconfigurations : Creating open-plan living areas by removing internal walls costs approximately 2,000-4,000, not including any additional kitchen or flooring updates.

Budgeting

Construction Daily News

AUGUST 12, 2025

Apartment renovations come with their own unique challenges compared to single-family homes—stricter building codes, shared building systems, and the need to keep good relations with neighbors all require thoughtful planning and expert execution. Flooring Improvements Good flooring can transform your apartment’s vibe.

Building Permits

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor stairs, straight or spiral designs, wooden open rise or glass balustrades, modern manufacturing techniques can accommodate virtually any style while ensuring compliance with building regulations.

Staircases

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2025

Key considerations include robust waterproofing systems (such as tanking or cavity membrane solutions), adequate insulation, effective ventilation, and compliant fire escape routes. Compliance with local planning regulations and Building Control requirements should be at the forefront of any such project.

Roofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Whether integrated into a new HVAC system or used as a supplemental heat source, duct heaters offer several advantages that make them a practical choice for many commercial settings What Is a Duct Heater? System Sizing : Correct sizing is crucial to avoid under- or over-heating. Accessibility for maintenance should be ensured.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2025

Nowadays, code enforcement is more widespread, with standardised regulations that ensure safer, more reliable structures. Not to mention, these codes are constantly developing to ensure new buildings meet higher safety, durability, and sustainability standards. Character, yes. Structural integrity, not so much.

Building Codes

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Without proper insulation, heat escapes in the winter and enters in the summer, forcing HVAC systems to work harder. A poorly insulated attic forces heating and cooling systems to work overtime, increasing energy consumption and expenses. This leads to higher energy bills and an uncomfortable indoor environment.

Energy Efficiency

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. The manufacturing process involves several critical stages that ensure both performance and safety.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These detailed plans serve multiple critical functions: they ensure Building Regulations compliance, facilitate accurate structural calculations, and provide clear guidance for construction teams throughout the build process. The increasing adoption of heat pump technology adds complexity to heating system design.

Fire Protection System Installation

The Construction Index

JUNE 22, 2025

the warehouse in Aberdeen Lawrie (Demolition) Limited admitted breaching safety regulations when working as principal contractor on the demolition of a vacant warehouse in Aberdeen. The sheets were being carried to pre-cut holes in the roof from where they were dropped to the ground floor. The company was fined £40,562.50

Roofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 7, 2025

Key Takeaways Wet room shower trays create seamless, waterproof foundations that sit flush with your floor level, eliminating raised edges and providing step-free accessibility for enhanced mobility and safety. What Is a Wet Room Shower Tray A wet room shower tray forms the waterproof base of your wet room installation.

Waterproofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2025

In such homes, climate systems are built into walls, lighting adjusts to your daily rhythm, and security features are nearly invisible—all in service of beauty, not in spite of it. Today’s smart lighting systems can shift tone and intensity throughout the day to match natural circadian rhythms.

Wall Systems

The Construction Index

JUNE 11, 2025

Muir Timber Systems recently secured a contract with SIM Building Group for 22 affordable homes at Whitehill Court in East Dunbartonshire A survey of more than 80 UK timber frame manufacturers that build homes and schools reveals “a sector with growing pressure on its shoulders and diminishing clarity about how to meet it”, according to its authors.

Building Materials Manufacturing

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Secure council permits and notify authorities well in advance, as Surrey’s eleven councils each have specific regulations for removal vehicles, parking permits, and address change requirements. Teams use protective materials including padded blankets, wardrobe boxes, and floor coverings to prevent damage during transport.

Material Storage

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The company wanted a bespoke electric-powered winch lifting system to raise and lower large vinyl-type sheets in a purpose-built ‘wet area’. The customer can operate all four winches individually via their own wall-mounted, low-voltage pendant controls, allowing the lifting of a single vinyl sheet as required at any time.

Electrical Systems

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Conduct safety training and inspections to create a secure work environment.

HVAC System Installation

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This range has been designed to incorporate various heating systems to suit customer requirements. We also added sloped floors and a sump area to optimise emptying efficiency and operational performance,” Whittall says. “We We also use a double-wall design, which drastically reduces heat loss.

Material Storage

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

As flooring covers every square foot and supports every activity, it plays a big role—whether welcoming patients into the lobby, comforting family members in the surgery waiting room, or supporting the nursing staff as they do their rounds. These solutions must also comply with all local, state, and federal safety guidelines.

Flooring Systems

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

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

But good luck deciphering all the jargon with references to appendixes and other regulations. In fact our Safety Manuals are partly an interpretation of this dense legalese into a personalized policy, combined with best practices and explanations of the tricky parts with important charts and forms to help ensure compliance.

Flooring Systems

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

But good luck deciphering all the jargon with references to appendixes and other regulations. In fact our Safety Manuals are partly an interpretation of this dense legalese into a personalized policy, combined with best practices and explanations of the tricky parts with important charts and forms to help ensure compliance.

Flooring Systems

Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

Using simple, low-tech techniques that anyone can learn, clay soil can be turned into walls, floors and plasters with only the addition of sand and straw. It’s true that earthen walls have poor insulation value and are not appropriate on their own in cooler climates. Find out more at The Cob Research Institute ).

Building Materials Manufacturing

CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. In residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, these systems regulate temperature and provide ventilation and air movement.

HVAC Systems

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

walls, floors, architecture, etc.). It includes the structure's geometry, such as walls, floors, roofs, and other architectural elements, as well as their physical properties like materials and finishes. Safety 8D BIM overlays health, safety, and welfare considerations into the BIM process. What is 7D BIM?:

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Most people imagine the foundation being poured, walls going up, or roofing installed. But without a well-thought-out plumbing system, all those flashy construction parts wouldn’t be functional! Plumbing: The Lifeblood of Any Building Water is the lifeblood of any building, and plumbing is the system that keeps it flowing.

Plumbing

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. With proper construction in conformance with code regulations, a “fire safe” building can be designed.

Fire Protection System Installation

Natural Building

JANUARY 12, 2021

Lecture: Retrofitting with Natural Materials – Options for non-load bearing walls and wall surfaces, when using earth as thermal mass material, for sound proofing, to regulate indoor humidity and to beautify your living spaces. Week 5: Earthen Floors. How to finish your earthen floor, tips on maintenance.

Painting/finishing

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

The New York Build 2016 ( March 7th & 8 th ) focuses on a range of topic areas from construction regulation, major projects and upcoming contracts to sustainable building and the latest construction technology. Paints & Wall Finishes. Floor Tiles & Wall Tiles. Roof & Wall Cladding. Roofing Systems.

Project Management Consulting

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

The New York Build 2016 ( March 7th & 8 th ) focuses on a range of topic areas from construction regulation, major projects and upcoming contracts to sustainable building and the latest construction technology. Paints & Wall Finishes. Floor Tiles & Wall Tiles. Roof & Wall Cladding. Roofing Systems.

Project Management Consulting

Specification Product Update

AUGUST 24, 2023

The introduction of the new Building Safety Act in April 2022 was cited by the government as the biggest transformation in how tall structures are designed, constructed and managed, in almost 40 years. It also reinforces the personal responsibility of all parties involved in the construction process.

Building Materials Manufacturing

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Making a mistake can lead to bigger problems down the line and might even compromise safety. Instead, they deal with the foundational aspects, such as moving or removing walls, adjusting pillars, or even changing the floor layout. A wrong move can compromise the stability and safety of the entire building.

HVAC System Installation

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Choosing the right soft strip demolition contractor involves assessing their experience, equipment, adherence to safety measures, and the comprehensiveness of their liability insurance, as well as comparing detailed quotes to ensure transparency and value. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.

Environmental Impact Assessment

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.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post Why should a wall-mounted eye wash station be installed at your workplace? A wall-mounted eye wash station is a crucial safety highlight in any workspace, offering prompt and successful emergency treatment in case of eye injuries or chemical exposures. appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Consistent with ANSI Z358.1

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