ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

As manufacturing facilities for everything from electric vehicle components to the crystalline photovoltaic wafers in solar panels are funded by government incentive as well as private investment, design firms are being called on to redesign production processes dependent on the materials and regulations that long-favored overseas manufacturing.

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The Korte Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Five years prior, a Sullivan-designed structure widely considered to be illustrative of the famous phrase rose ten stories above Seventh and Chestnut streets in downtown St. Designing modern healthcare facilities is the perfect example. Any designer can doodle in Revit. Form follows function.

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Wolgast Corporation

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When a business owner meets with their Architect for a Needs Analysis, the Architect will ask questions to assess the number of employees, equipment, bathrooms, meeting space, and breakrooms and figure out how to satisfy the business’ needs while meeting regulations, codes and site constraints. Also included with this is future proofing.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 28, 2013

This anniversary serves as a reminder of the challenges facing electric distribution companies as they plan for the future design and operation of the power grid. If we wish to build out a modern grid—one that meets these challenges and delivers long-term value to consumers—then we must rethink how utilities are currently regulated.”.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 8, 2014

General Industry regulation 29 CFR 1910.303, covers OSHA’s general electrical requirements, and accounted for 2,745 citations in 2013. The ninth most violated regulation. Examine electrical equipment to determine it is safe from hazards in regards to: Suitability for installation and use. Electrical insulation.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 8, 2014

General Industry regulation 29 CFR 1910.303, covers OSHA’s general electrical requirements, and accounted for 2,745 citations in 2013. The ninth most violated regulation. Examine electrical equipment to determine it is safe from hazards in regards to: Suitability for installation and use. Electrical insulation.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 22, 2023

Work on 10 reactor sites, two research sites and one hydro-electric plant across the UK operated by Magnox will involve complex nuclear infrastructure decommissioning and asbestos removal services. Five suppliers have been awarded a framework contract for the Magnox decommissioning programme worth £485m.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 4, 2014

Circuit Court of Appeals has nullified the retail electric market Demand Response programs governed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, putting a chink in the armor of the new EPA carbon curbs. Specifically, on May 23, 2014, in Electric Power Supply Association v. shall be encouraged.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 4, 2014

Circuit Court of Appeals has nullified the retail electric market Demand Response programs governed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, putting a chink in the armor of the new EPA carbon curbs. Specifically, on May 23, 2014, in Electric Power Supply Association v. shall be encouraged.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. The layers of OSHA regulation that protect workers focus on proper use and installation of safety systems, supervision, safe work procedures, maintenance and more. Excavations: Trenching/Shoring.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 1, 2020

How can you reduce or eliminate your exposure, improve your comfort and comply with the OSHA regulations? An example of this cooperative effort is the Pureflo Powered Air Purifying Respiratory (PAPR), which is designed to protect workers from welding fumes and hexavalent chromium. Welder must wear the required PPE for welding (i.e.,

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Work Gearz

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Whenever we talk about Electric Hazard rated boots (EH) and Electro Static Dissipative boots (ESD) there is often confusion between the two. The main function of EH rated boots is to impede the flow of electricity between the shoe and the ground. The ESD rated boots work to handle a whole lot different type of electricity.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 21, 2024

With their extensive experience, they can manage each stage of the project lifecycle, from siting and design, to construction and operation. They provide natural gas and electrical energy to the Puget Sound Region. Their electrical utilities serve over 1.1 Who is Puget Sound Energy? Grab our *ISNetworld® Checklist for free.

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BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

K-12 Schools Healthcare Facilities Office Buildings Public Health Labs Regulations Energy-Efficient Design Green Specifications Insulation Energy Efficient Roofing Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion.

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BD+C

MARCH 4, 2024

Illuminating your path to energy efficiency 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/04/2024 - 10:06 Lighting Design Collaborative's Kelsey Rowe, PE, CLD, shares some tools, resources, and next steps to guide you through the process of lighting design. Did you know that 11% of electricity use in the United States is from lighting?

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Also important are budget and requirements for specialty spaces; gymnasiums and auditoriums are large masses that influence school design. While many of those choices are sophisticated and require extensive building expertise to make a cohesive design solution, the first decision is rather simple.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

As climate concerns and wellness design preferences usher in a new frontier of residential construction, ‘passive’ buildings are coming into play as efficient housing solutions. Tenants of passive apartments benefit not only from added wellness features, but also from low electricity bills.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Photos courtesy SkyView By Robert Soler A specifier plays a critical role in ensuring buildings are designed and constructed to meet and exceed the needs of the people using those spaces. This 24-hour wellness lamp cycles through sunrise, daytime, sunset, 
and nighttime hues to regulate the body’s internal clock. of its inhabitants.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Adaptive reuse,” alternatively known as building reuse, is a remarkable approach that injects vitality and purpose into vacant structures, which is different from the design they were intended for. By Neall Digert, Ph.D

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This plan can also identify any areas that might need more energy-efficient building design and operations. Use Other Sources of Renewables Sources of Electricity or Install Solar Panels Solar panels are another renewable energy source that can save energy usage on construction sites. If you install solar panels, they save on costs.

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Lets Build

JULY 1, 2022

Not to mention they adhere to the same building codes, laws, and regulations as any other structure. A new design system: 3D-printed buildings require rebuilding the existing architectural design systems we currently use. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals.

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Contractor Connection

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, fixing a leaky roof, or upgrading your electrical system, you can rely on the Contractor Connection Network to connect you with the right professionals. Local Expertise While the network is nationwide, it’s designed to provide local expertise.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. Restaurants, for example, require higher capacity for electrical, water, and waste than an office or retail space.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

This is where technology can take a leading role in the creation of both materials and designs that contribute to the creation of slip-resistant outer soles. Many of these features are designed to withstand the most hazardous work conditions. This is to avoid electrical charge build-up in the body. The Risk of Chemical Burn.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ Design] Develop a monitoring strategy and plan.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ Design] Develop a monitoring strategy and plan.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

Owners of existing buildings that do not comply with new regulations could face fines of $1 million or more. That said, banning certain types of materials could drive contractors’ costs up and limit design and build options. Viewpoint Client Encore Electric Honored as Nation’s Safest Construction Company.

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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. Electrical Switch Gear & Equipment. Why Attend? Building Managers. CAD / 3D Visualiser. Civil Estimators. Consultants.

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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. Electrical Switch Gear & Equipment. Why Attend? Building Managers. CAD / 3D Visualiser. Civil Estimators. Consultants.

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Natural Building

MAY 22, 2020

Fritz is an architect and he designed this biodome as a prototype in the 1980’s. The home is a series of sun-facing, faceted domes designed to store heat and conserve energy. The rocks collect heat on warm days and then slowly release it, regulating the temperature inside the house.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 28, 2019

Maryland has been described as having more pages of environmental statutes and regulations on a per capita basis than any other state. The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) may adopt regulations to implement the bills. The Governor has until May 28, the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. Clean Energy Jobs.

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BD+C

MARCH 29, 2024

Rob Atkinson and Chris Forney Office Buildings Headquarters Architects Regulations Energy Efficiency Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Many companies are striving to achieve climate neutrality , which involves bringing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions down to net zero on an annual basis.

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CK Power

MAY 14, 2018

When North America’s leading heavy-duty transit bus company unveiled a line of all-electric buses, one of the biggest obstacles was a lack of charging stations across the United States. CK Power designed the hybrid diesel / battery power system, and Girtz Industries designed the user-friendly enclosure.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney MFPRO+ Blog High-rise Construction Apartments Office Buildings Engineers Codes Regulations Adaptive Reuse Reconstruction & Renovation Seismic Design Office-to-residential conversion seems like a simple solution to a problem. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units. has adopted SFBC 503.11.1,

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 2, 2020

The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field. Building code overview.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 2, 2011

Section 601.1 - This chapter shall regulate the design, construction, commissioning and operation of buildings and building sites for the effective use of energy. As electricity consumption continues to rise, the increased stress on the existing energy infrastructure has the potential to cause major energy challenges.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Contact with electrical wires, . Specific criteria for head protection in the workplace are mandated by OSHA regulations. Hard hat regulations are governed by two OSHA standards: . These two guidelines define workers to wear hard hats if there is a risk of head damage from impacts, falling items or electrical hazards.

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