UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods. The core principle centres on resource conservation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 19, 2024

BALTIMORE, MD STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced it has signed a contract with East Baltimore Development, Inc. STV provided initial infrastructure planning and design services for EBDI in 2002. Eager Street Ashland Avenue between N.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Securing equipment trailers on construction sites is a critical task for any construction company, as theft can lead to significant financial losses, project delays, and even compromised worker safety. Here, we explore best practices and expert insights on how to secure equipment trailers on construction sites.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 12, 2025

The civil engineering, building and structural steel specialist said it had established a strong base for growth after reporting a revenue rise of 10% to £37m in the year to 30 September 2024. Britcon now employs around 90 staff and plans to grow further in 2025, supported by a direct delivery model.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Timber Framing Design: Complete Guide to Traditional Structural Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. But timber framing design flips this approach entirely, requiring architects and engineers to plan every detail months before the first timber is cut. What is Timber Framing Design?

Fire Protection Systems 52

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In commercial construction , ensuring best plumbing practices is paramount to safe and efficient functioning of the designed structure. Commercial Plumbing 101 Your construction project requires careful consideration, especially when implementing a commercial plumbing system.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2025

In today’s fast-evolving technological landscape, combining Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is changing how we analyze and use 3D data. It contains detailed information about structures, including design, materials, and maintenance. Enhancing GIS 3D Analysis with BIM Integration 1.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors.

Building Design 52

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Buildern

JULY 24, 2025

Ask any builder with a few years in the field, and problems don’t usually start on the job site. It’s protection for both sides and the only real plan B when problems show up. After that, the builder hires subcontractors and vendors to carry out the plan. Point to the plans and list the tasks in detail.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 10, 2025

miles of at-grade guideway, two elevated stations, and a parking structure. The joint venture team worked hard to coordinate with, plan and schedule the many different partners involved in the project. The transit extension includes four aerial guideway bridge structures, as well as eight miles of walls. the project.

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Buildern

JULY 18, 2025

A sub shows up with the wrong version of the plan, and now everyone’s stuck waiting. Everything’s scattered across inboxes, file folders, or job site trailers. Document management software fixes that by giving structure to the chaos. It’s a system that tracks and manages every file tied to a build. It holds up the job.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 13, 2025

The building follows the shape of the site and is roughly V-shaped in plan. The building follows the shape of the site and is roughly V-shaped in plan. Sheltering the courtyard is a canopy structure with a large oculus, enabling daylight to penetrate below.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 20, 2025

The construction industry isn’t facing a temporary labor shortageit’s working through a structural reset. This guide breaks down the most critical strategies for 2025, from labor forecasting and retention tactics to workforce optimization tech that actually works on real job sites. Because talent is your #1 resource.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Planning is essential when building a structure, no matter how simple or complex. Here, well walk you through planning a successful construction project from phase one to completion. Find Your Team It might take a village to raise children, but it takes an entire construction management team to raise a structure.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This includes expert utilization of advanced plumbing systems to enhance building performance. Understanding Commercial Construction Commercial construction involves building structures meant for commercial use. These buildings require complex plumbing systems. Your operations depend on a well-functioning plumbing system.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Current State of Construction Finance Construction firms are more often faced with the problem of being less productive, possibly with higher operating costs due to inefficient financial management systems. Milestone Payment Structure A milestone payment structure helps in cash flow management at every stage of the project.

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Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

A builder starts planning. The first crucial step is project planning, which is both time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

You’re no longer limited to traditional paper-based processes and lengthy communication chains that once plagued construction sites. Data reveals that 50-80% of construction site problems stem from missing or delayed information, creating cascading effects across entire project timelines.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Understanding Real Estate Construction Management Real estate construction management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling a building project, from the first idea to the final handover. With rising material costs, labor shortages, and stricter regulations, poor planning can lead to major delays and losses.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These issues can lead to costly repairs, compromised safety, and long-term structural damage without proactive measures. In periods of rainfall, the clay expands and puts pressure on structures above, and in dry conditions, the clay contracts and the soil shrinks. The first one is site analysis.

Foundation Systems 52

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Yet, with strategic planning, collaboration, and communication, we have learned how to collaborate to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smoother project delivery and protecting investments. This early planning minimizes the risk of disruptions and keeps the project aligned with its budget and schedule.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

For construction companies that rely heavily on rented machinery, vehicles, and temporary structures, this meant a major recalibration of accounting practices. For many, IFRS 16 was more than accounting—it required a cultural shift toward transparency and long-term financial planning.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

A site supervisor might find a new approach to layout that reduces wasted materials. A team member might propose new features to differentiate a property, such as a rooftop apiary or an on-site orchard. Imagine a developer who decides to create a small backyard vineyard behind a mixed-use structure.

Risk Management 52

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are powerful tools for visualizing spatial data related to construction projects. GIS tools enable the mapping of site locations , resource distribution , and logistical routes.

Building Performance Measurement 52

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

The post Eco-Friendly Building: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling on Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These principles, when implemented thoughtfully on-site, can improve efficiency, lower costs, and significantly reduce environmental harm.

Material Handling 52

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

The post Planning a House Extension? Phase 1: Initial Planning and Feasibility (2-3 Months) Defining Your Vision and Requirements The extension process begins long before any construction takes place. Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Expanding living areas?

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ENR Construction

JULY 21, 2025

Tall Tower on Tight Manhattan Site Faced with tight timelines and site constraints, the team crafted a strategy to keep critical concrete pours on a consistent schedule By Bruce Buckley A tight site forced the team to position the crane close to the building and secure it through temporary openings in the facade.

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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.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 8, 2025

SAN ANTONIO, TX STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today celebrated a major milestone on the Loop 1604 North Expansion project with the opening of the first flyover ramp at I-10. STVs CEI work included the installation of 62,150 tons of concrete, 10.25

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. Benefits of Sustainable Masonry Longer lifespan : Masonry structures can last decades or even centuries, lessening the need for costly repairs or replacements.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. Regardless of the application, precast offers the same off-site construction benefits.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Whether they are leaning on public-private partnership (P3) or traditional delivery methods, owners and developers are recognizing the benefits of wood as a versatile, sustainable, and structurally efficient feature for their projects. Every metric ton of wood used in place of concrete and steel in the structure is estimated to avoid 3.9

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 23, 2025

A walk past any construction site today shows cranes, concrete, and crews hard at work. A single five-star rating can open doors to a lucrative subdivision, while a series of poor comments can shut down bids before plans hit the desk. Likewise, a ready-mix plant can verify whether a site team has a history of accurate quantity calls.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. Many types of prefab materials, such as louvered pergolas, steel buildings, and vinyl fence gate kit systems, leverage machinery and automation in the factory.

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