ENR Construction

JULY 28, 2025

New York City-based STV, whose base engineering contract was for a $58 million fee, issued 200 bulletins to correct its "own design errors," in electrical, HVAC, plumbing and fire-protection related aspects of the work, the joint venture claimed, causing major additional subcontractor costs. Is this comment offensive? Please tell us why.

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Portal frames, ridge beams, and floor strengthening systems all require precise specification within the technical drawings to ensure structural adequacy. Loft conversions must incorporate adequate escape routes, typically requiring protected stairways and appropriate fire detection systems.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

Perkins Eastman designed the new school with a concentrated focus on creating an equitable, inclusive, innovative, energy-efficient learning environment. 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.

Ceiling Systems

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.

Sustainability

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

The post Innovations in Plumbing & Heating: Enhancing Efficiency in Modern Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Innovations in plumbing and heating systems play a huge role in that regard. Innovations in plumbing and heating systems play a huge role in that regard.

Plumbing

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

Commercial plumbing is a complex and multifaceted field. The information here will help you go deeper into various aspects of expert plumbing, and how superior plumbing skills and innovation can transform the way modern buildings are constructed and maintained. What is Expert Plumbing?

Plumbing

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

Energy Efficiency

CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

One undertone that frequently misses our sight in sustainable construction planning is that of plumbing systems. However, there's a silver lining—recent years have ushered in noteworthy advancements and innovations, each striving to make plumbing systems ever more eco-friendly.

Plumbing

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

Furthermore, prefabrication can help organizations achieve their own sustainability goals related to waste, energy reduction, and healthy environments. Energy reduction during construction Prefabricated building materials also reduce energy consumption during construction. for the cases considered.

Prefabrication

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. is a complex system that delivers power as it is produced.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

The post Best Energy Efficient Home Upgrades appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Turning your home into an energy efficient paradise isn’t just about saving on your utility bills; it’s about creating a more sustainable and comfortable living space. Smart thermostats and high efficiency HVAC systems can make that a reality.

Energy Efficiency

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Sustainability in a warehouse context is something which needs to consider energy efficiency, waste reduction and resource management. Renewable Energy Adoption Switching to renewable energy sources makes environmental sense but equally it’s a smart move for cutting warehouse running costs.

Sustainability

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

Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 20, 2024

Pay Licensing Fees License Initial application fee: $325 License endorsement change: $20 Renewal every two years: $325 License inactivation reactivation: $20 General Liability Insurance and Bonding Requirements Maintaining your contractor’s license in Oregon involves securing the right insurance and bonding.

Renewable Energy Systems

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Universities, pharmaceutical companies, and state and federal agencies all showed a renewed interest in studying emerging infectious diseases, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) increased its research budget request by the most significant amount in nearly 20 years. Create clustered labs 3. Plan for proper operational flows 4.

HVAC System Installation

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems. Commissioning is especially important for energy management. Why is Project Commissioning Important?

Building Commissioning

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Whether you want to reduce energy use, conserve resources, or boost build environment quality—these green solutions will do all that and more! Incorporating Renewable Energy Sources As climate change continues to pose a significant threat to our planet, it’s more important now than ever to shift toward renewable energy sources.

Green Building

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 10, 2024

A boiler is a heating system that heats water to produce steam or hot water, which is then circulated throughout the home via radiators, underfloor heating systems, or baseboard heaters. Boilers can be fueled by natural gas, propane, oil, electricity, or even renewable energy sources like biomass.

HVAC System Installation

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

Hosted by the project team during the conceptual design or schematic design phase, the main goal of this one-time charrette is to establish absolute energy outcome targets, outline a plan to achieve them, and explore design strategies that are most appropriate to achieve the project’s other decarbonization design goals.

Renewable Energy Systems

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Engineers will also work on the design to ensure that the building is structurally sound and that all systems, such as electrical and plumbing, are correctly designed. This includes site preparation, excavation, foundation work, framing, and installation of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Real Estate Development

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Scalable Infrastructure : Designing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems that can handle additional loads prevents the need for costly overhauls. Energy Efficiency : Installing energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, and insulation reduces utility expenses. According to the U.S.

HVAC System Installation

Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 21, 2024

Introduction: The Importance of Specialty Licenses In Nevada, skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are critical to the construction industry and require specific licenses. For example, HVAC contractors may need to take courses on energy efficiency and environmental regulations.

HVAC System Installation

Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. D1090 Other Conveying Systems. D20 Plumbing.

Fire Protection Systems

Building Information Management

MAY 4, 2016

Building cost models are based upon major buildings systems as defined by the Uniformat II classification system. Building and/or system models are experience-based and useful for conceptual cost estimating and/or capital renewal and/or life-cycle capital planning. D1090 Other Conveying Systems. D20 Plumbing.

Fire Protection Systems

BDC Network

JULY 25, 2023

This may involve updating standard materials, implementing demountable partitions, more advanced and redundant Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, or programming space to accommodate fluctuations in department requirements.

Building Resilience

Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 21, 2024

Introduction: The Importance of Specialty Licenses In Nevada, specialty trades such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are critical to the construction industry and require specific licensing. HVAC Contractors: HVAC contractors, who work with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, must also obtain a license.

HVAC System Installation

PN - Project Management

MAY 16, 2022

Orientation of the Building Building orientation is the process of facing a structure in a certain way to maximize various aspects of its surroundings, such as the warmth of the sun, curb appeal, wind patterns, and drainage system. The process reduces your reliance on artificial lighting and HVAC systems.

Green Building

Construction Daily News

DECEMBER 10, 2023

This reduces the demand for raw materials and curtails the energy-intensive processes involved in traditional manufacturing. Energy-Efficient Lighting Systems Swapping traditional lighting systems for energy-efficient LED fixtures may require an initial investment but promises long-term savings.

Sustainability

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Whether the aim is to improve energy efficiency, enhance aesthetic appeal, increase space utilization, or comply with new regulations, having well-defined objectives ensures that all stakeholders are on the same page and work towards a common vision. Fire Safety and Building Codes Fire safety is a paramount concern in commercial buildings.

Building Code Compliance

Contractors Liability Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Plumbing: Maine requires plumbers to be licensed through the state’s Plumbing Examining Board. Landscaping: Certain landscaping tasks, particularly those involving irrigation systems or large-scale projects, may require a specialized license. Which trades require licenses in Maine? How do contractors get permits in Maine?

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Nowadays, so many industries are using it, theyre using this brand new technology that the average consumer just cant get ahold of, such as smart construction techniques being used thanks to the tech industry, but even something like residential plumbing has more tech involved than ever before. Besides, its not just about rockets either.

Engineering

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Whether you need to upgrade a lightning scheme, renew plumbing, replace countertops, remodel cabinetry, or install a kitchen island, remodeling pros will do the job. If you need to make plumbing and electrical upgrades or structural modifications of any complexity, you should hire pros. Kitchen remodeling. Full-house renovation.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

LEED promotes strategies that reduce energy and water use, minimize waste, and lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, all while improving indoor environmental quality. Specifiers and architects should consider the integration of HVAC systems that exceed ASHRAE 62.1 Water quality is another key IEQ-adjacent concern.

Building Resilience

Field Wire

JANUARY 30, 2024

Electrical work often requires close coordination with other construction trades, so effective communication and collaboration with plumbing and HVAC contractors on the project are key, as well as with the general contractor. By having all their photos cataloged in one place, all teams have easy access to a project’s image and information.

Schedule Management

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

General Services Administration (GSA) is to be commended for its leadership in improving energy and environmental performance across its federal building portfolio. According to the OMB, investments in efficiency over the last four years are expected to save $18 billion in energy costs over the life of the projects. Bluegill Energy.

Environmental Consulting

CCR Magazine

MAY 2, 2024

A property with recent renovations to critical areas or upgrades to old systems can mean less time and money being spent on repairs during the initial ownership period. Are there any issues with the foundation, roof, or major systems? What are the utility costs for the house and is it energy efficient?

Real Estate Development