UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Using state-of-the-art CNC machinery and digital controls, today’s stair manufacturers can transform even the simplest sketch into a comprehensive plan tailored to your exact specifications. CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machinery can cut materials to sub-millimetre accuracy, ensuring perfect fits during installation.

Staircases

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2025

When sourcing quality wooden elements for your project, Doors and Worktops provides solid oak doors, custom kitchen surfaces, and specialized timber products crafted with precision. Structural steel forms building frameworks, supporting massive loads with minimal material volume.

Building Materials

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Insulating glass unit manufacturers and fabricators also typically follow FGIA’s IGMA TB-1200 guidance, “Guidelines for Insulating Glass Dimensional Tolerances.” UCSD’s outdoor site includes a massive three-axis shake table that tests real-life simulations at scale and well beyond controlled laboratory conditions.

Building Performance Measurement

UK Construction Blog

MAY 9, 2025

Stainless steel is one of the essential materials across many construction environments for its corrosion resistance, fire safety properties, strength and easy-clean surfaces. Syspal Syspal is another trusted manufacturer in the hygienic equipment space, with a broad portfolio of stainless steel products suited to demanding environments.

Construction Equipment

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The Air Curtain addition underscores Overhead Door Brand’s commitment to providing versatile, high-quality products that meet the specific needs of its customers, particularly in sectors where hygiene and environmental control are paramount. </p>

Quality Control

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Industry research indicates that high-quality oak orangeries can increase overall property value by 5-10%, substantially higher than uPVC alternatives due to their perceived luxury and inherent durability. The choice between glass and solid roof sections allows precise control over natural light levels and thermal performance.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Because tools often undergo repeated stress and exposure to harsh environments, the materials used must not only be mechanically sound but also fabricated with uniformity. The precision achieved through metal stamping offers two critical advantages: tight tolerances and repeatable quality.

Building Materials Manufacturing

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The process automation of building components manufactured in an offsite environment equates to being able to hire and retain skilled workers and enhances quality control.

Building Materials Manufacturing

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

P.Eng, Tamarack Grove Engineering Cody Jones , Bledsoe Tents The modern-day engineered fabric structure, known more universally as a tent, has applications far beyond weddings, social events, and as temporary expansion space. Tents are very easy on the budget, saving between 20% – 25% over the use of steel containers. Sielaff , P.E.,

Material Storage

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

Steel Fabrication

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

(“DBM Global”) celebrates a monumental milestone of its subsidiaries Banker Steel Co. LLC (“Banker Steel”) and NYC Constructors LLC (“NYCC”) in erecting the last piece of major structural steel atop 270 Park Avenue in New York City today. The supertall building is the largest steel structure in New York City and will provide 2.5

Steel Fabrication

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

IFC format models ensure efficient geometry control for each construction phase, including model-based erection guidance, and BIM and BrIM integration ensures precision, efficiency and transparency throughout the project’s lifecycle. Public Project Category: Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion, U.S.A.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute’s (PCI’s) new managing director of quality programs, Jacques Cattan. He also was a member of the company’s quality control (QC) committee. Paschen, Cattan had two stints with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), most recently as vice-president, responsible for certification.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Severely deteriorated cast stone unit designated for replacement—deterioration of this unit is largely related to corrosion of mild steel reinforcement due to insufficient cover. Cast stone has experienced a resurgence in popularity and is currently fabricated for both new construction and restoration work.

Steel Fabrication

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. The facade’s stainless-steel material is both delicate and lightweight, mimicking the qualities of fabric.

Energy Efficiency

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Defining specific requirements for fabrication samples, mockups, and testing.

Wall Systems

Construction Specifier

MARCH 4, 2022

Tension fabric structures have served a key role as a cost-effective facility solution for years. In some cases, users have turned to fabric buildings when brick-and-mortar construction is not economically feasible or would take too long to complete. The fabric building market remained stable, but also stagnant, for a long time.

Steel Fabrication

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 5, 2018

Waukegan Steel, LLC , an employee brought a False Claims Act (FCA) against his employer for false billing and certification on a goverment project. Waukegan was responsible for fabricating and installing the structural steel of project. That employee fabricated the requested welding inspection certificates. Jesse Sloan v.

Steel Fabrication

CCR Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

Metal fabrication has become increasingly popular in construction projects due to its versatility, durability, and efficiency. From skyscrapers to bridges, architects and engineers are turning to custom steel fabrication and other metal fabrication techniques to meet the demands of modern construction.

Steel Fabrication

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. This article will explore key considerations, energy efficiency opportunities, fabrication best practices, and the importance of specialized Metal Duct Design training for engineers on duct system implementation.

HVAC System Installation

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

McCarthy first had to construct this project’s bulkhead portion, which was a critical component of the Freeport protection levee system and vital for flood control purposes. After consideration from the project team, it was decided to utilize a fabric formed concrete mattress.

Engineering

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

We'll be able to create indented lists with a bit more control now and we can place just a leader (empty text). You can select draft or production quality. They've added control over Fields, Filters, Sorting/Grouping, and Formatting. It's apparently a lot harder to create a full featured text editor than we users think.

Steel Fabrication

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

Prefab and modular construction require tightly controlled planning and coordination, so there's very little room for inaccuracies. While it's true that prefab enables you to build a structure in a more controlled environment (i.e., Teams must coordinate with suppliers and be accountable for quality control and timely delivery.

Prefabrication

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 20, 2025

The post Precast Concrete Detailing: Key Considerations for Fabricators and Contractors appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When done well, it boosts the quality and life span of the building. Quality control is another biggiemess it up, and you risk the whole structure. But it’s not all smooth sailing.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Best practices for shuttering in construction include proper surveying, planning, formwork removal, quality control and inspections. The choice of shuttering materials and techniques directly impacts the overall quality and cost-effectiveness of construction projects.

Steel Fabrication

CivilJungle

JUNE 11, 2021

Automation in Technology is mainly concerned with the application of innovative and computer-based systems to operate and control the overall method of production. There are various problems which are associated with the construction works such as the low quality of product and shortage of skilled workers.

Building Automation

Work Gearz

JUNE 29, 2020

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Steel Fabrication

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 6, 2020

Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Control flow concrete. Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Control flow concrete. TB-1701 – Rheology-modifying high-range water reducer (HRWR) for the production of control flow concrete. Clay mitigation.

Concrete Pouring

Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

PlanRadar identifies several eco-friendly materials gaining traction, including: Recycled Steel : Utilised for its strength and recyclability, recycled steel reduces waste and energy consumption. Enhanced Quality Control : Off-site fabrication allows for better quality control and precision.

Renewable Energy Systems

Construction Daily News

MARCH 20, 2023

However, builders should be aware of the consequences — erosion can adversely affect the local plant, animal and aquatic life, as well as ruin the property’s soil quality. Professionals must use these 10 erosion control methods to keep their projects safe and eco-friendly.

Piping Installation

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Recent disruptions in supply chains, workforce shortages, and other obstacles to project schedules have led more owners and contractors to look for off-site, prefabricated construction methods to improve the quality and efficiency of their builds. Other advantages include the aesthetic quality and durability.

Lean Construction

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The Air Curtain addition underscores Overhead Door Brand’s commitment to providing versatile, high-quality products that meet the specific needs of its customers, particularly in sectors where hygiene and environmental control are paramount. </p>

Quality Control

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 10, 2024

Known for their precision and strength, horizontal boring mills excel in tasks like boring large holes and machining with tight tolerances, ensuring high-quality results in competitive industries. Since the late 20th century, CNC technology has enabled precise control over the boring process, transforming productivity and accuracy.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

At the turn of the century, the company pioneered the use of steel-reinforced concrete to create safer, stronger, and more efficient buildings. Turner Construction Company’s self-perform concrete team brought this complex project to life with a powerhouse of trade partners, technology, and innovative digital fabrication techniques.

Concrete Pouring

BIM & Beam

JANUARY 23, 2016

This session will present the new National Institute of Steel Detailers (NISD) curriculum for the Certificate of Development in Building Information Modeling (CD-BIM) and the program's sample BIM Execution Plan. The course will show the fundamentals of creating and implementing good modeling practices as well as quality control and checking.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

Moreover, choose a design that’s made from a durable, breathable, and water-resistant fabric such as polyester. A spacious, quality tool bag with multiple pockets will allow them to easily access and organize their trade accessories. No more rolling bits across floorboards as the tradie can safely keep them on his hand. 3) Tool Bag.

Steel Fabrication

CivilJungle

MAY 19, 2021

Steel Fiber Concrete. Aspect ratios of steel fibers are 30 to 250. The diameter of steel fibers varies from 0.25 Steel fibers control the crack widths tightly and hence improves the durability of the concrete. Also, Read: 10 Best Steel Brand for House Construction in India. some of them are as follows.

Steel Fabrication