Baltimore Venue Gets Sustainable Upgrade
ENR Construction
APRIL 13, 2023
The CFG Bank Arena renovation is enabling the 60-year-old structure to draw national acts such as Bruce Springsteen.
Improving Renovation, Repair, and Maintenance Project Delivery
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 19, 2016
The way to deliver 96%+ of renovation, repair, and maintenance projects on-time, on-budget, and at the appropriate level of quality is to enable collaboration with contractors and other expert service providers. Efficient: can draw multiple conclusions out of dataset. Balanced: qualitative/quantitative, multiple perspectives.
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Sydney breaks ground on its version of the High Line elevated park [slideshow]
BD+C
MARCH 25, 2014
Architects Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner On the Drawing Board Sustainable Development Contractors Designers Cultural Facilities Engineers Facility Managers Events Facilities Sports and Recreational Facility Projects Reconstruction / Renovation Sustainability' Body Image: read more.
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Alternative Project Delivery for Construction – Benefits, Tools, and Resources
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
There are multiple types of alternative project delivery, with the most robust and well known being Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) for major new construction, and LEAN Job Order Contracting (OpenJOC-TM) for repair, renovation, maintenance, and “minor” new construction.
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Cities Alive: Arup report examines latest trends in urban green spaces
BD+C
APRIL 28, 2014
Cities Alive draws evidence from cities all over the world of how public spaces of all types can affect the security, happiness, and social life of residents. Body Image: read more.
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3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Trish Donnally MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Student Housing Designers Architects Projects Sustainable Development To say the United States is facing an affordable housing crisis is a major understatement.
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Transforming shopping malls into 21st century neighborhoods
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Marc Asnis, AICP MFPRO+ Blog University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Mixed-Use Apartments Retail Centers Shopping Centers Designers Architects Adaptive Reuse Exterior Restoration Interior Architecture Sustainability Sustainable Development The death of the 20th century shopping mall is evident all across the country.
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Top construction events and trade shows to attend in Europe for 2023-2024
Lets Build
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A growing demand for infrastructural development, urban housing, and energy-efficient renovations is driving the construction market across Europe. Sustainable construction and integrating various technologies are the key trends in the European construction market.
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Top construction events and trade shows to attend in Europe for 2023-2024
Lets Build
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A growing demand for infrastructural development, urban housing, and energy-efficient renovations is driving the construction market across Europe. Sustainable construction and integrating various technologies are the key trends in the European construction market.
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Hard Construction Costs
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 20, 2017
Hard Construction Costs are the detailed tasks, materials, equipment, and labor required to complete a renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability or new construction project. Site – All site work and underground, aerial, water systems, drains, fire, paving, grading, sewers, etc.
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Construction Cost Estimating Trends – 2014 and Beyond
Building Information Management
JULY 25, 2014
Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Major Trends: Shift to life-cycle cost visibility for new construction, renovation, repair, operations, and maintenance.
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Construction Cost Estimating Trends – 2014 and Beyond
Building Information Management
JULY 25, 2014
Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Major Trends: Shift to life-cycle cost visibility for new construction, renovation, repair, operations, and maintenance.
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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
The use of recycled aggregates is undoubtedly an essential step towards sustainable development in the concrete industry and building waste management. In order to fulfill UK and sustainability targets, there is a rising demand on landfill capacity and on construction sites to divert trash away from disposal. Recycled Aggregate.
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Army Job Order Contracts FAIL to meet AFARS requirements MOST OF THE TIME
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
However, informal (shop) and as-built drawings, incidental to the job, reflecting the plan of action and the completed project, are anticipated under a JOC. as-built drawings and warranties). Architect-engineer services as defined in FAR 36.102 and Design-Build requirements as defined in FAR 36.3 shall not be acquired under a JOC.
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How to plan your warehouse layout
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
As we discuss the multitude of factors influencing the layout of a warehouse, we’ll share stories from past warehouse construction projects and actual drawings made during the early stages of projects to illustrate how discussions about these important assets turn into plans on paper. See the drawings here if you want to skip ahead.
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75 Outdoor construction: Community assets we’re proud to hang our hard hats on
The Korte Company
AUGUST 1, 2018
But the plants were chosen with sustainability in mind. The 5-acre park draws from the “new urbanism” planning concept featuring a diverse offering of amenities that attract all members of the community, not just a few. Calumet New Tech High School sports complex renovation – Gary, Indiana.
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Converting downtown office into multifamily residential: Let’s stop and think about this
BD+C
JULY 11, 2023
Conversely, drawing in tenants from outlying low and midrise office space would fortify the ideal of downtown as a strong urban commercial core while providing a plethora of desirable lower-density residential space. As this paradigm shift sinks in, office towers in downtowns across the country sit at around 50% vacancy.
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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020
Building Radar
JANUARY 14, 2020
Sustainability: Building becomes greener 15. The basis is a digital 3D model on which all parties involved in the construction project – from the architect and the construction company to the owner – work simultaneously and always have access to identical, up-to-date data and drawings.
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BIM Strategy for the Built Environment
Building Information Management
JUNE 27, 2012
Implement Projects – Integrated Project Delivery (Job Order Contracting – JOC – renovation, repair, sustainability, minor new construction, IPD – new construction). as individual drawings, could all be produced directly from the model as a “view” of the required information.” – RICS.
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Job Order Contracting Operations Manual
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 18, 2016
facilities inspection programs generate requirements for sustainment, restoration, modernization work and minor new construction. JOC contract can be used to accomplish renovation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, structures, or other real property. Government provided plans, sketches, drawings etc. requirements.
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BUSINESS REPORT: Illinois – Strong Demand Lifts Industrial Parks In Wheeling, IL
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 10, 2013
The majority of the property improvement costs are designated for building renovations, electrical service upgrades for both properties, and rehabilitation of the rail service to both buildings. These efforts are aimed at supporting industrial occupancy, workforce sustainability, and general growth and retention rates.
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AU 2022 Day 2 Recap: The Most Interesting Moments of the Construction Session
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
He also touched on the role of sustainability and the increased demand for eco-friendly materials and building methods. “Your customers are asking for sustainable materials, a lower carbon footprint, and a building that has the future in mind.” ” Accomplishing all of the above requires strong technology partners.
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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab
CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
The cores have a satisfaction in sustainability terms diminishing the amount of concrete utilized. Strenuous to renovate & strengthen. Also, Read: What Is Oblique Drawing | Oblique Drawing Examples | What Is Oblique View | Oblique Projection | Oblique Shape | Cabinet Oblique | What Is Cavalier Drawing.
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What Is ACP | Types of ACP | Applications of ACP Sheet | Why Choose ACP Sheet | Uses of ACP Sheet | Advantages & Disadvantages of ACP Sheet
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
ACP is environmentally sustainable and entirely recyclable panels are typically made of over 85 percent recycled aluminum content. They are the appropriate cladding solutions for both interior and exterior surfaces in the new formations or while renovating the old ones. It offers a broader range of colors. Disadvantages of ACP Sheet.
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Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
School Boards Save money & time on your Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Projects… & better serve your mission. The latest (and correct version) construction cost estimates, drawings, issues, or reports are instantly available. and drawings, DWG, JPG, TIFF, PNG, RVT, etc.,
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Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
It is the responsibility of every public sector procurement and facilities management professional to optimally allocate limited repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction funds. The latest (and correct version) construction cost estimates, drawings, issues, or reports are instantly available.
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Job Order Contract Program Implementation
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 25, 2017
It’s generally considered that numerous and repetitive renovation, repair, maintenance, and/or sustainability work, and minor new construction with a minimum annual volume of $2M is appropriate for job order contracting. Owner manuals, drawings, and other data to be provided to prospective offerors and awarded contractors.
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100 Achieving Best Value for Facility Renovation, Repair, Maintenance, and Construction – 2016 and Beyond
Building Information Management
OCTOBER 15, 2015
Success in this instance is defined in the following general terms: a sustainable construction project completed to the satisfaction of the owner, on-time, and on-budget. It is used for major and minor new construction as well as all forms of renovation, repair, and maintenance. Improving Economic and Environmental Outcomes.
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Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 29, 2021
Project cannot be expedited with a collaborative fast-track process; drawings and specs must be 100% complete to bid (though latter rarely occurs). Design changes can result in costly impacts to drawings or construction work in progress. Based upon location, projects may include repair, renovation, and new construction.
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The Rise of AI in Construction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 12, 2023
Ultimately, these solutions can help architects and engineers deliver more sustainable timber-based construction in the future. As a result, it’s difficult to manage repairs and renovations efficiently and cost-effectively on site. Together, the solutions created an end-to-end generative design workflow for timber structures.
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Job Order Contract – Frequently Asked Questions
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 26, 2016
facility or infrastructure (road, bridges, airports, mass transit, utility…) renovation, repair, sustainability, maintenance, and minor new construction projects. For example, when renovating an office, the cost per square yard of carpet is higher than if a full roll is being purchased for a number of offices.
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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 23, 2012
Samsung recently announced it will invest nearly $4 billion dollars to expand and renovate its manufacturing plant, creating 600 new permanent jobs and 3,000 construction jobs. According to Samsung, the renovations are needed to better meet the rapidly growing demands of its OEM customers for mobile chip technology. “We
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All About Bathroom Wall Paneling Ideas | Top Bathroom Wall Paneling Ideas
CivilJungle
MARCH 31, 2023
Depending on the material, there is a wide variety of colors, patterns, tiles sizes, and shapes to complete the renovation project. This is because the long lines of the shiplap pattern help draw the eye across the room, giving the illusion of more space. Can You Put Shower Panels Over Tiles? What Are Bathroom Wall Panels?
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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2022
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Case in point: Jason and his team won AKF’s 2021 Innovation Contest because they found a better way to access and maintain record drawings. . Synchronization is ensured among planning, construction and operation teams by mapping and analyzing various modes of information capture- drawings, photos or even text. New York, NY.
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Job Order Contract – Job Order Contracting – JOC
Building Information Management
APRIL 23, 2012
Job Order Contracting – JOC (also known as SABER in the Air Force) is an efficient way of getting the numerous, commonly encountered renovation, repair , remodeling and smaller construction projects done faster and collaboratively under a single contract.
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45 A Comparison of Construction Cost Estimating Software Tools 2015
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
Accurate, timely, and transparent cost estimating is critical to the success of any renovation, repair, sustainability, or new construction project. Drawings can be shared in various formats include Adobe Systems Portable Document Format (PDF). Create measurements by tracing upon electronic drawings. Conclusion.
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Job Order Contracting – 2015
Building Information Management
JULY 16, 2015
JOC reduces unnecessary levels of engineering, design, and contract procurement time along with construction project procurement costs by awarding long-term contracts for a wide variety of renovation, repair and construction projects. Integrated Project Delivery.
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BIM – Building Information Management, PLM – Product Life Cycle Management, TCO – Total Cost of Ownership, Life-cycle Management of the Built Environment
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 1, 2013
While CAD is used for detailed engineering of 2D drawings or 3D models of physical components, CAE is a tool used throughout the engineering process from conceptual design and layout of products, through strength and dynamic analysis of assemblies to definition of manufacturing methods of components.
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Business Facilities’ 2019 Metro Rankings Report
Business Facilities
JULY 24, 2019
The Grand Rapids region is home to industry leaders in applied technology, sustainable practices and industrial design. In addition to Northern Virginia, advanced levels of connectivity are seen throughout the Commonwealth, drawing major projects to all parts of the state. Before he joined the administration of Gov.
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108 Shovel-Ready Sites: Ready To Hit The Ground Running
Business Facilities
AUGUST 5, 2019
And while low costs and operational savings help the potential for profitability, the certification program has been adapted to place sustainability considerations at the forefront of planning and implementation. Mirroring the city in which it lies, the park has shown a propensity to draw a diverse group of tenants since its opening in 2015.
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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
via Four BT, LLC – 4BT enables owners to consistently deliver quality facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. This standard is intended to be used to ensure ponds sustain effective removal of a variety of pollutants in accordance with local jurisdiction and requirements.
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Business Facilities
AUGUST 30, 2017
At the last board retreat of the Northeast Economic Developer’s Association, it was discussed how, in New England, most communities include vitality, sustainability and other types of revenue generation such as sales or rooms and meals tax. Another key draw for the company at Quonset was its innovative site-readiness program.
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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 12, 2014
Consistent with the past few years, the 24th Annual State of Logistics Report expects slow albeit sustainable growth for the future, with the logistics GDP hovering somewhere between 2.5 Wilson believes that “the economy and logistics sector will slowly regain sustainable momentum, but we will still experience unevenness in growth rates.”.
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57 Job Order Contracting – Best Practices Implementation
Building Information Management
APRIL 24, 2016
Job order contracts, provides a flexible and responsive contractual capability in supporting its real property maintenance and renovation mission. Individual task orders generally include drawings, detailed unit prices, and reference specifications. Attachments: Project Drawings Project Manual. Sincerely, Xxxxxxxxxxxx.
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