Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

These insulation boards contribute to key project goals, such as energy efficiency, moisture management, fire protection, sound control, building resilience, and sustainability. Safe, sustainable design. The reasoning for the specification of stone wool rigid insulation boards is as multifaceted as their applications.

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Pro Builder

MAY 12, 2021

This legacy approach to building, along with a growing labor shortage and extended approval processes, has led to a sustained housing shortage. For example, factory environments support social distancing practices, since workers remain in controlled, stationed zones. 3 Reasons Why We Need More Off-Site Construction. To reduce waste.

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CivilJungle

MAY 9, 2021

Manufactured sand (M-Sand) is an additional of river sand for concrete structures. These physical properties of sand provide greater strength to the concrete by decreasing separation, bleeding, honeycombing, voids, and capillary. Scale, form, touch plays a crucial role in the workability of the concrete. What Is M Sand?

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2015

The modified effective date is also influenced by the fact that the adoption of the updated Baltimore City Zoning Ordinance has slowed and many of the new green features of that not yet adopted zoning code are necessary to make the new Green Code efficacious. think light colored concrete and not dark colored asphalt]).

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In the case of spiral column, the lateral expansion of the concrete is restrained by the spiral. In case of the tied column , the concrete fails by the crushing and shearing outward. Why Spiral Column Can Sustain More Load Compared to the Tied Column? Tied column failed suddenly due to excessive cracking in the concrete section.

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Construction Cost Estimating

MAY 29, 2019

This type of foundation extends over the entire area of the building to sustain loads from columns and walls. • Otherwise, with the existence of homogeneous stable ground, a shallow foundation is suitable. It is also suitable where highly expansive soils exist near surface. Post-tensioned slab foundation.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 5, 2021

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. If reinforcement is required, slabs could also be pre-stressed or the concrete will be spilled over rebar positioned within the framework. What Is a Slab? Types of Slabs.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Depending on the construction work on a site, falling debris can take many different forms, such as concrete, rock, wood, glass, drywall, asphalt, shingles, metal, and plastic. Avoid walking or standing in a fall zone under a hoist, crane, front loader, or any piece of heavy equipment or machinery, especially when carrying a load. .

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

In fact, officials of New York City are beginning to re-examine its zoning to ensure green spaces and parks are accessible and equitably distributed throughout the urban landscape. It also creates a new building zone called the ‘mid-doors,’ a term coined recently by Transsolar’s Erik Olsen, in his series “What is Indoors?”

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Fieldwire

MARCH 5, 2024

Submitting a price within the Goldilocks zone can be challenging. For example, focusing on green projects in your county where recycled and carbon-neutral materials are paramount can make you the local authority in sustainability. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Before writing the spec, have a dialogue with a green roof consultant or manufacturer to get concrete information about installation and maintenance costs. Hardiness zones also determine feasibility of different plant species. . You can’t apply the same formula to all roofs.”. . Engage experts early on. Maturity time.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A Home for the Ages: Sustainability, Health, and Attainability in One. The Sustainable, Healthier Home in North Canton, Ohio, is a model of energy efficiency, performance, and attainability for 55+ buyers. Products Featured in the Sustainable, Healthier Home. A Common Vision for the Sustainable, Healthier Home.

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BD+C

MARCH 13, 2024

Trends to watch shaping the future of ESG 0 qpurcell Wed, 03/13/2024 - 09:46 Sustainability Gensler’s Climate Action & Sustainability Services Leaders Anthony Brower, Juliette Morgan, and Kirsten Ritchie discuss trends shaping the future of environmental, social, and governance (ESG). I would add zoning to the conversation.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

This ultimately facilitates a degree of moisture transfer and promotes circulation and drying, which can come in handy in cold climates with “interior to exterior vapor drive,” such as climate zones 6, 7, and 8. Different materials such as concrete, masonry, gypsum sheathing, or wood may require different thicknesses.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

There was a significant increase (23 percent) in the proportion of companies setting concrete, quantifiable water-related targets or goals, but unfortunately the majority of these companies focus solely on water management within direct operations such as usage reduction, efficiency or compliance. 2 Prior to the deadline of August 9, 2013.

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BD+C

MAY 13, 2024

K-12 Schools School Construction Designers Architects Adaptive Reuse Fire and Life Safety Sustainability From the start of the design process for Santa Clara Unified School District’s new preK-12 campus , discussions moved beyond brick-and-mortar to focus on envisioning the future of education in Silicon Valley.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 17, 2011

In the medium- and long term, the carbon footprint has to be diminish to less than 2000 kg CO2 per year and per person for a sustainable living. Labels: carbon footprint , Sustainability. Labels: carbon footprint , Sustainability. The American Concrete Institute recently publish 3. Join our estimating forum. at 1:27 PM.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Lien Zone. Alex Barthet is a board certified construction lawyer and a mechanical engineer, making him an excellent fit to host The Lien Zone , which covers technical and legal questions related to construction law. Where to listen : Apple Podcasts | Spotify. Episode runtime : 10–45 minutes. Release schedule : Monthly.

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Construction Cost Estimating

DECEMBER 27, 2010

Indeed, with only the limited information available in the tender documents and the partial results of the basic engineering, an estimate must be drawn up which varies as little as possible from the effectively sustained costs. Annual World Of Concrete Show 2011. Construction Estimating Checklist: A New Era of Estimating Service.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 2, 2021

A 15 cm offset is usually given on all sides of the concrete bed. Where the base of concrete columns is a slab, steeped, or slopestyle. Also, Read: What Is Spread Footing | 8 Types of Spread Foundation | Concrete of Spread Footing | Spread Footing Design | Advantages & Disadvantages of Spread Footing.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 2, 2021

A 15 cm offset is usually given on all sides of the concrete bed. Where the base of concrete columns is a slab, steeped, or slopestyle. Also, Read: What Is Spread Footing | 8 Types of Spread Foundation | Concrete of Spread Footing | Spread Footing Design | Advantages & Disadvantages of Spread Footing.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 24, 2018

In addition, the City of Los Angeles has adopted Ordinance 175790, which states in part that building permits within certain “methane zones” will not be issued until the submittal of detailed plans for the installation of suitable methane mitigation systems. The concrete then engages with the membrane’s pressure sensitive adhesive.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 16, 2021

Buttresses are just like concrete walls that are built parallel to the flow of water with such a prescribed thickness at frequent intervals. An arch slab or angled deck slab is installed on such buttresses to sustain upstream water. Typically, the Gravity Dam needs more concrete action.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

CSI also publish GreenFormat , an online database that includes sustainable product attributes. Division 3 - Concrete. If you are a newbie in the estimating service zone then you should know about construction estimating checklist and how to organize them. Technical Specification Divisions. Division 2 - Site Work. Blog Archive.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Tiles (concrete, metal). Control Zone Access. Structure complies to the New Zealand Building Code and concrete complies with NZS 3101 (2006). Concrete cured with curing membranes removed. Concrete substrate contains less than 5% moisture content. Concrete surface firm with any soft concrete or laitance removed.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2022

Sustainable Surface / Cosentino. Using an innovative production process that the manufacturer says uses 99% recycled water, 100% renewable energy, and also significantly reduces the use of quartz, Cosentino is pushing sustainability to new levels in its Silestone Loft series. Zoned HVAC / Mitsubishi Electric.

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Natural Building

APRIL 30, 2013

To help emphasize this van Lengen divides climate zones into “humid tropical,” “dry tropical” and “temperate” zones. Most of the strategies presented for “temperate” zones are applicable to building in North America and Europe, although these regions could benefit from a greater emphasis on insulation.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

The region boasts one of California’s largest enterprise zones, offering incentives for companies to locate and expand within the greater Sacramento area. Aerojet, a major space and defense contractor also based in Folsom, has a corporate mandate for sustainability in all areas of its organization. gigawatt hours of electricity a year.

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Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Even masonry can be compromised by vapor diffusion, as moisture passing through the wall can rob salts from the mortar, causing efflorescence and slowly breaking down the joints between bricks or concrete blocks, until the wall loses its integrity. The study included cities in a variety of climatic zones—including Miami, Phoenix, St.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 15, 2013

Key Incentives: Emerging Technology Fund, Enterprise Zones, Skills Development Fund, Renewable Energy Incentives, TX Industry Development Loan Program. The City intends to create a financially feasible, operationally self–sustainable signature facility that will promote economic development, create jobs and enhance educational offerings.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2021

Viatera quartz surfaces from LX Hausys combine superior strength, low maintenance, and sustainability in nearly 50 styles, ranging from classic Calacatta marble to concrete look-alikes. sustainable materials. . Zoned HVAC / Mitsubishi Electric. Click for more info. . . Cabinets / Wellborn Cabinet.

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Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

Insulated Concrete Forms / Nudura. Nudura’s insulated concrete form (ICF) series creates a complete building envelope with one product that integrates the form system, wall structure, insulation, air barrier, vapor-control barrier, and interior and exterior fixing points. The rainscreen comes in 6.3 mm and 10.1 mm thicknesses. . .

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Various cost information is typically formatted as Products & Activities, General or Routine Maintenance, New Construction, Renovation and/or Repair, Sustainability/Green, Job Order Contracting (JOC), or any combination thereof. Existing Concrete Information. 01 33 29 Sustainable Design Reporting. Requirements. 01 33 29.05

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Various cost information is typically formatted as Products & Activities, General or Routine Maintenance, New Construction, Renovation and/or Repair, Sustainability/Green, Job Order Contracting (JOC), or any combination thereof. Existing Concrete Information. 01 33 29 Sustainable Design Reporting. Requirements. 01 33 29.05

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