Construction Business Owner

APRIL 13, 2023

As you navigate these pressures, be sure not to ignore the many risks that could adversely affect the business you’ve worked so hard to build and maintain. As you navigate these pressures, be sure not to ignore the many risks that could adversely affect the business you’ve worked so hard to build and maintain.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Protecting Your Business From Fluctuating Materials Prices. With the COVID threat rebounding, the demand for raw materials, including materials to construct buildings and other infrastructure only seems to be increasing. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/14/2021 - 08:17.

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Materials United States Infrastructure Industrial 317

The Constructor

MAY 1, 2022

Cladding is the process of layering one material over the other to protect a building from natural elements like wind and rain. It also provides.

Materials 200

Materials Design 200

The Constructor

AUGUST 13, 2022

Housewrap is a synthetic material used to wrap the exterior of a building to protect the wall frames from external moisture penetration. A housewrap is technically referred to as a water-resistant barrier (WRB), a lightweight sheet installed behind the siding and sheathing of the house. appeared first on The Constructor.

Housing 234

Housing Materials 234

BD+C

JUNE 28, 2018

Below-grade waterproofing is an essential component of the entire building envelope. At times, these systems must be extremely complex, for example, at less stable sites employing deep foundations with intense hydrostatic pressure.

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Foundation Employment Site Industrial 69

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Protecting Your Business From Fluctuating Materials Prices. With the COVID threat rebounding, the demand for raw materials, including materials to construct buildings and other infrastructure only seems to be increasing. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/14/2021 - 08:17.

Materials 292

Materials United States Infrastructure Industrial 292

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future. Protection of climate, wildlife and waterways. Green building and LEED efforts. Green Building. Nominate Now: CBO's Sustainability VIP Is Back. Kathy Wells. Tue, 12/27/2022 - 17:49.

Sustainability 296

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 31, 2023

Bundle Propane Generators & Appliances for More Affordable & Resilient Protection Make propane generators an easier sell by using propane for critical systems mhodges Fri, 03/31/2023 - 14:23 A reliable propane standby generator is a key part of resilient design. Now, every machine we install can do load monitoring.”

Electrical 291

Electrical Virginia Remodeling Housing 291

The Constructor

DECEMBER 1, 2022

A construction element is a part of a building or structure. The post What construction element provides protection for the top of an outside wall or a parapet wall? The post What construction element provides protection for the top of an outside wall or a parapet wall? appeared first on The Constructor.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As a result, the popularity of prefabricated steel buildings has skyrocketed as a solution. With that said, there are a couple of challenges associated with steel buildings that must be strategically addressed, such as poor breathability and high thermal conductivity.

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Sustainability Materials Equipment Construction 332

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2022

Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future for the earth and its inhabitants. Protection of climate, wildlife and waterways. Green building and LEED efforts. Green Building. CBO's 2022 Sustainability VIPs. Kathy Wells.

Sustainability 295

Sustainability Green Education Employment 295

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? This type of coverage will protect your company from various liabilities , including injury claims, and cover medical expenses.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 4, 2020

4 Ways You Can Use a Recession to Build Resilience. They could hunker down, focus on forgivable Payroll Protection Program loans and other government aid and ramp up their bids in hopes of winning some business from increasingly competitive projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 06/04/2020 - 08:47.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 7, 2021

Maximize the productive lifespan of the building and equipment ·. Maximize building efficiency. Protect the organization’s capital investments. The below items highlight serval consideration for facilities management and procurement professionals involved in JOC PROGRAM PLANNING. JOC PROGRAM PLANNING Considerations.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 28, 2021

Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP honor recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future for the earth and its inhabitants. Protection of climate, wildlife and waterways. Green building and LEED efforts. Green Building. Nominate Your Company's Sustainability VIP.

Sustainability 296

Sustainability Green Education Employment 296

Construction Marketing

JULY 14, 2022

No matter the industry, a lot of companies need a building. Whether it is a small storefront or a large warehouse, there are certain things that every commercial building will need to have. However, every building is also highly dependent on each business’s particular needs. . Building Construction Types.

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Commercial Fabrication Concrete Inspections 208

Construction Marketing

JULY 5, 2023

When building your business, every decision matters, especially when selecting the right materials for your workplace. Keep reading this guide to discover which products can best protect and enhance your structure for years to come. Many businesses utilize concrete in their office buildings for these reasons alone.

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Materials Concrete Office Construction 156

Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. Read on to learn about the advantages of fabric buildings.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

Frost wall or frost protected wall construction is to prevent soil beneath the building from freezing for protection of foundations in freezing.

Foundation 214

Foundation Construction Structural Engineering Engineering 214

Wolgast Corporation

JULY 6, 2022

Without proper obstruction, motorists accidentally drive their cars into buildings 60 times a day in the US, causing damage and loss to businesses and homeowners. The Storefront Safety Council is a group of volunteers that are “passionate about ending vehicle-into-building crashes.”

Insurance 118

Insurance Claims Safety Michigan 118

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In 2018 (latest data available), insurance companies paid nearly $1 billion in lightning-related claims to some 78,000 policy holders, according to the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI). Beyond physical building damage, lightning poses a threat to data, security, and all electrical and electronic components in a building.

Insurance 62

Insurance Claims Commercial Electrical 62

Construction Specifier

JULY 30, 2022

A fire at an apartment building in Bronx, New York, earlier this year drew attention to the impact of non-code-compliant fire door assemblies in multifamily residential properties. According to investigators, these open doors allowed smoke to spread throughout the high-rise building. apartment buildings. apartment buildings.

Safety 97

Safety New York Residential Minnesota 97

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. Schools that intend to improve the security of their buildings through glass do so voluntarily.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 20, 2020

Protecting steel in concrete. As corrosion progresses, the rebar expands in volume, further exacerbating the cracking of concrete and frequently resulting in spalling of the protective cover concrete. However, not all corrosion protection methods work the same way. 1. How does the corrosion protection work?

Concrete 148

Concrete Residential Commercial Sustainability 148

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. So, what has the building industry learned about enhancing safe school design?

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. That’s because it’s cost-effective and plays a crucial role in protecting the environment. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. Examine The Roofing System.

Commercial 284

Commercial Electrical Permits Inspections 284

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

When I think back on the most interesting construction projects and challenges I’ve handled in my career as a national commercial contractor, without a doubt some of the most memorable have been in landmark-status buildings. Because these buildings are well-known and prominently located, making it all the more exciting to work in them.

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New York City Construction Chicago Permits 267

Construction Dive

JUNE 9, 2020

The Massachusetts Building Trades Council wants more worker protections regarding coronavirus, such as the right to stop work and not lose out on pay.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Photo courtesy iStock By Kimberly Kilroy, PE, RRC, CDT and Peter Spanos, PE, CFM, LEED AP As sea level continues to rise and weather patterns become more severe and less predictable, flood mitigation is becoming a critical part of new construction design and existing building renovations and maintenance.

Risk 62

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The Constructor

MAY 24, 2014

Selecting Repair / Protection System Materials The materials for repairs and protective systems are selected based on the following factors: Building Materials Building Technology Concrete Technology Repair/Protection Guide Building Repairs'

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Materials Concrete 222

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 4, 2023

A mile-long debris shelter tunnel is to be built to protect vehicles from landslips on one of Scotland’s most famous tourist roads. Expected to cost around £470m to build the protectect tunnel is now the preferred option to protect vehicles from falling rocks on the Rest and Be Thankful section of the A83 in Argyll.

Plans 93

Plans Roads Transportation Risk 93

BD+C

AUGUST 19, 2021

International engineering firm Walter P Moore has released a new paper entitled An Introduction to Flood Protection: What Owners Need to Know to Protect Their Properties. The white paper focuses on the numerous flood protection approaches and building owner needs as well as an in-depth review of the flood protection process.

Risk 98

Risk Engineering 98

BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. Designing buildings that provide good fire protection, cost-effectively, can be challenging.

Construction 52

Construction Insurance Design Engineering 52

Construction Enquirer

MAY 9, 2023

Structural building components specialist ACS Stainless Steel Fixings (ACS) has launched Intex Fire Protect. Intex combines wall tie, masonry support and cavity tray in one, with an added open state fire barrier mechanically fixed to the cavity tray for exceptional fire protection.

Design 91

Design Products Construction 91

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 10, 2023

Hampshire-based civil engineering contractor Knights Brown has been awarded the contract to build Cardiff’s new coastal flood defence system. Work is expected to start on site later this year and will take around 3 years to complete. Work is expected to start on site later this year and will take around 3 years to complete.

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Banking Contract Engineering Site 73

BD+C

MAY 20, 2024

As such, classroom security can be as important as hardening the exterior of a building. While these systems are popular for their ability to pair increased visibility with occupant protection, specification can prove challenging. This blog looks at three types and how they can enhance classroom security.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Protect Your Walls and Sloped Roofs with a Smarter Sheathing System. When it comes to defying the elements, buildings are only as strong as the products used to protect them. Weather conditions threaten the structural integrity of every build, from single-family homes to multifamily projects. Keep Builds on Schedule.

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Georgia Products Risk Schedule 98