FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

THIS ARTICLE IS FOCUSED ON prevention through design (PTD) and why use of the term “zero energy” lockout/tagout (LOTO) for all service and maintenance tasks creates a range of adverse impacts. Examples of such impacts are: •impeding efficient and effective equipment designs when tasks (e.g., national consensus standards (e.g.,

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BD+C

AUGUST 17, 2020

The design industry has long been pervaded by the idea that sustainable materials are “not enough”—not flexible or durable enough, not creative enough, not inexpensive enough to justify their use. These outdated notions have prevented industry professionals from taking advantage of new advances and products.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Gypsum is one of the widely used construction material mainly used in interior designing. There are several gypsum products used as building material.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Low-impact materials – Building materials that generate less waste during manufacturing help cut a project’s environmental footprint significantly. Shared data means improved productivity, fewer errors, less rework, lower costs and less waste on projects. However, there are ways to mitigate these impacts.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Incorporate the Latest Project Management Software Computer-animated design (CAD) technology revolutionized design when it was introduced decades ago.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Embodied carbon has emerged as a critical consideration in measuring the carbon footprint of building materials. However, this is only a part of a material’s total carbon footprint. The material’s contribution to reducing operational carbon must also be considered. A case in point is roofing. What is embodied carbon?

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 4, 2024

The Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA) defines this as “the conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2024

The principles of a circular economy are: design out waste and pollution; keep products and materials in use; and regenerate natural systems. There is a direct linkage between the concept of a circular economy and sustainable FM. The applicability of these to sustainable FM is clear.

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BD+C

APRIL 18, 2024

The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. By using passive design strategies to heat and cool the building.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Cost-Effectiveness Prefab steel is generally more cost-effective due to its streamlined manufacturing and assembly processes, particularly for standardized designs. The bulk production of components leads to economies of scale, reducing the overall cost. Custom designs are possible but might require additional planning and resources.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 1, 2013

The selection of green building materials and products represents one important strategy in the design of a green building. Green building materials.

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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Transform your work environment with biophilic design 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/20/2023 - 15:18 Biophilic Design Lauren Elliott, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares various ways biophilic design elements can be incorporated into the office space.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Biobased Creations CEO Lucas De Man believes that natural building materials such as timber, hemp, straw and mycelium could completely replace polluting, non-renewable materials such as steel, plasterboard and cement. Buildings can be made exclusively from plant-based products plus natural mineral materials such as earth and lime.

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BD+C

APRIL 27, 2023

Watch: Specifying materials in multifamily housing projects 0 dbarista Thu, 04/27/2023 - 11:52 A trio of multifamily housing experts discusses trends in materials in their latest developments. Topics include the need to balance aesthetics and durability, the advantages of textured materials, and the benefits of biophilia.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2022

Pro Builder's 2022 Top 100 Products. Our annual list of the building products that garnered the most reader interest through the year. In Pro Builder 's annual Top 100 , we round up the 100 building products our readers wanted to know more about during the past year. Mon, 08/08/2022 - 05:39. Pro Builder Staff. Take a look.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Contrary to other industries with specific key performance indicators (KPIs) that benchmark productivity, the construction industry has traditionally lacked such KPIs to set those standards and thus optimize productivity.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 16, 2021

Construction is one industry faced with many planning and designing before the actual structure is put in place. However, with advancements in technology, better designs with more details are being constructed to help guide the structure of a building. . It helps to give developers a vision of how the actual product should be.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Concrete materials management. Below are some helpful articles for concrete producers to consider while managing their materials, from overcoming common quality obstacles to dealing with returned concrete. The solutions below can help producers improve materials flexibility, reduce waste and increase productivity and profits.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Another way to address the labor shortage is from the perspective of productivity. In addition to delays caused by weather, safety issues, design issues, material delays, and subcontractor performance, lacking enough qualified labor can also contribute to a decrease in productivity. That’s a huge number!

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2024

Achieving Safer School Design with Secure Entry Vestibules 1 kcichowicz Mon, 04/22/2024 - 10:47 Designers can plan secure entry vestibules with security-rated glazing to enhance the effectiveness of their safer school designs. What are secure entry vestibules and how do they support safer school design?

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Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2022

Some Builders Are Relying on Natural Materials to Bypass a Stalled Supply Chain. Prices and lead times for traditional building materials continue to increase across the globe, but natural products and alternative construction methods may offer a solution. Building Materials. Building Materials. Green Projects.

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BD+C

JANUARY 2, 2024

5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities Here are five reasons why it has become increasingly evident that mass timber is ready to shape the future of laboratory spaces. SGA and its collaborators have unlocked a new potential for the material, and a new sustainability tool for the industry.

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Construction Today

JULY 10, 2023

First Mats, a leading online retailer best known for their matting products, is proud to announce the launch of their new and improved range of Board Trolleys.

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BD+C

APRIL 27, 2023

Passing The Test for Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:59 Knowing testing protocols can help us understand how to better provide protection in areas that need to address multiple types of life safety threats. There are best-practice guidelines for designing safer schools, which are a great starting point.

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Fieldwire

JULY 31, 2023

It is estimated that only a third of a worker’s day is spent performing their craft, with the other part of their day filled with non productive tasks, such as locating equipment and material, reviewing plans and assigning tasks, and dealing with fabrication and logistics. Learn more about Hilti prefabrication services.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2022

New and Innovative Building Products Seen at IBS/KBIS 2022. The 2022 International Builders’ Show showcased hundreds of innovative, functional, and design-forward products making waves in the residential construction industry. New Releases: 17 Building Products to See at the 2022 International Builders’ Show.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 11, 2024

In order for everything to come together as planned, everybody needs to be on the same page with regard to design, materials procurement, and construction timelines, among many other considerations. Revolutionary engineering It is common with any product or service that has come a long way to describe that journey as its evolution.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 23, 2023

One is operational CO2, or the CO2 emitted in the production of energy needed in the operation and use of a building ( e.g. to power, heat, and cool it). The other form is embodied CO2, which is emitted in production, transportation, assembly, and eventually disposing of construction materials.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 27, 2023

Facility managers and specifiers tasked with building and renovating office buildings, schools, and healthcare facilities prioritize health and flexible design while noting How outdoor spaces increase concentration, productivity, healing, and overall occupant wellbeing and satisfaction.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 17, 2022

You know the benefits of lean design and construction – maximizing efficiency while minimizing costs and decreasing waste—by now. Realise the benefits of lean design and construction with these six processes, techniques, and tools! Lean design and construction processes. Lean design and construction processes.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing Engineered wood’s combination of benefits—from beauty and versatility to sustainability and strength—has made it a popular material for commercial projects such as mixed-use buildings, low-rise office structures and even eight-story mass-timber high rises. Download Form D510 here.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 13, 2018

Improve Construction Productivity 50%+ with LEAN renovation, repair, and minor new construction processes and a common data environment, embedded within cloud technology. Improve design team productivity by 50%+. The post Improve Construction Productivity 50%+ appeared first on 4BT. LEARN MORE… [contact-form].

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Levelset

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In recent years, material shortages and volatile material prices slowed so many projects to a grinding halt. As a result, contractors and property owners are increasingly considering alternatives to traditional building materials. It’s also the material of choice for holding mother nature back in the forms of levees and dams.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 14, 2021

Design Trends Survey: What's in Store for Housing's Look and Feel. A recent survey of architects and design-minded home builders reveals what's in store for the look and feel of housing during the next three to five years. Roofing Products: Asphalt Still Tops, Metal Roofs Growing in Popularity. “I Mon, 06/14/2021 - 08:00.

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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Passing Marks: Transferring Safer School Design to Other Applications 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 08:43 The benefits of safer school design can improve the safety and security of more general-use projects—especially with the use of passive protection. These concerns can inform designers in areas other than the classroom.

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Pro Builder

MAY 18, 2021

How to Enhance Your Elevation Design. A focus on the front door, correct proportions, and a balanced blend of materials are just a few ways home builders can enhance the authenticity and attraction of their elevations. COLOR, TEXTURE, AND MATERIALS. Remember to use materials in their inherent manner. Home Design.

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BD+C

JUNE 22, 2023

How to Specify Engineered Wood Products 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/22/2023 - 10:58 APA – The Engineered Wood Association offers guidance on the properties and applications of engineered wood products and how to correctly specify them in accordance with the IBC. APA members commit to a rigorous program of quality inspection and testing.

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