Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

The construction materials industry is a cornerstone of the global economy, providing essential resources for building infrastructure, housing, and commercial projects. Understanding which countries are the leading producers of construction materials can offer valuable insights into market dynamics and economic strengths.

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

The demand for high-quality materials is essential for ensuring durability, safety, and efficiency in building projects. This article delves into the leading manufacturers of construction materials globally, highlighting their contributions and impact on the industry. Key Players in the Construction Materials Industry 1.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2020

And interestingly, New York City passed a building code amendment last year requiring effective December 2020 the lowest 75 feet of new buildings to incorporate “avian-friendly materials” (. It was widely reported last year after an article in the journal Science that there are fewer birds.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 12, 2023

Commercial spaces are often large, bustling structures, required to withstand a high volume of human and machine traffic, more than a residential property. To help manage this issue, this article ranks seven innovative materials, from most to least comprehensive, that can reduce noise in commercial spaces.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

The global construction industry relies heavily on a vast array of materials, from cement and steel to glass and wood. Understanding who the largest producers of these materials are can provide valuable insights into the market dynamics and economic trends that shape the construction landscape.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 24, 2014

I worked at Reed Business Information, which owns RCD, as editorial director for the residential construction media. Materials specified including company names and models if appropriate. My user sources tell me that the differentiation often comes within particular material areas. First, a disclaimer. Contract type.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 14, 2021

This article is a digital exclusive with Pro Builder 's May/June 2021 issue. I think [Farmhouse is] a style that’ll be able to age a bit better than some of the styles in years past,” says residential designer Larry Garnett, in Texas, who is also a member of Pro Builder's House Review team. Caroline Broderick, Associate Editor. .

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Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Updates qpurcell Tue, 05/23/2023 - 13:12 Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) offer flexibility to residential homeowners. Material shortages and increasing mortgage rates have not only hindered the homebuying process, but have deterred some people from looking for traditional homes altogether.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2016

The projects were of a variety of building types (although no single family residential) including public schools, private office buildings, multi family residential, etc., At its core this was a case arising from improperly specified material. and most were large dollar amount projects.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2022

Common piping materials such as copper, steel, and cast-iron are readily oxidized and thus undergo aqueous corrosion at a rate dependent on the corrosivity of the service environment. This article highlights some recent plumbing pipe failures caused by actions during construction or renovation and discusses methods to avoid such problems.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

New Frameworks , a construction company in Vermont, specializes in natural and local materials. Using a plant-based material such as straw in construction can be environmentally beneficial because it stores carbon from the atmosphere. And how do you do that using materials that are low-carbon and nontoxic?'”

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Levelset

MARCH 29, 2022

How contractors deal with rising material and labor costs determines their continuing success in the industry. In this article, we’ll explore why construction costs are rising — and what contractors can do to protect their bottom line. Material prices. Overall, material costs rose 23.1% Building costs.

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Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

Providing materials, equipment, and temporary facilities. Further read: How a large residential contractor reduced building time 5x by moving their schedule to the cloud. Because the majority of them operate their own construction company, we’ll assume this is the case for this article. Handling client communications.

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Constructonomics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Across the world, new laws are being passed that require both residential and commercial builders to work to higher standards. In order to keep pace with the changing needs of our customers we have to learn new skills, as well as develop innovative building techniques, and materials. Take for example the issue of flooding.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

An eye-opening Forbes article revealed international building projects that went billions over budget. What services can my building materials manufacturers provide locally? To that end, choose building material suppliers who will provide you a service and not just a product (i.e., Residential buildings. Phillip.fry@gc….

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 11, 2020

The construction cost of the homes and the price of the building materials are rising day by day. In this article, you will get to know about the ferroconcrete definition , properties of Ferrocement , the process of Ferrocement Construction , Advantages and Disadvantages of Ferrocement and the uses of Ferrocement in the construction.

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Pro Builder

MAY 11, 2023

Read the full article Check out some of our other project tracking pages: 3D Printed Homes Project Tracker PREVIOUS: NAHB Recognizes Liv-Connected With Off-Site Building Award (Liv-Connected) — January 31, 2023 Photo courtesy NAHB "Liv-Connected’s Conexus Home was named an Entry of Distinction: Modular Home (Less than 2,000 sq.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

The information that does exist is mostly for multifamily residential buildings with wood framing/flooring and gypsum board ceilings. There is far less information and test data about the noise isolation performance of floor-ceiling assemblies compared to partitions. earn a minimum ceiling attenuation class (CAC) rating of 35.

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Lets Build

JULY 15, 2022

In this article, we’ll discuss five of the best construction design software on the market, including their features, costs, ease of use, and more. Many in the industry consider AutoCAD to be the best construction drafting software to create blueprints for everything from residential homes to large-scale commercial projects.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 4, 2020

From creating and transporting concrete to disposing of leftover concrete, there are opportunities to help improve efficiency and reduce material waste, thus reducing costs. The industry has a high rate of wasted material and that is costly. How-to-Reduce-the-Cost-of-Concrete-Production-blog-article-505x253. Sustainability.

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Lets Build

JULY 11, 2017

If you are reading this article, you probably know the answer to that question. Do you want to understand better the residential construction, make better decisions and save money? Similar with the one above, this podcast is for beginners and experts with in-depth interviews with recognised residential design/ construction experts.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

This article also addresses issues with air entrainment, high-strength concrete (HSC), and considering certain project performance requirements when designing the proper mix. Residential buildings. Concrete materials management. Topics include: Concrete mix designs by project. read more. . Commercial buildings. Infrastructure.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

This article also addresses issues with air entrainment, high-strength concrete (HSC), and considering certain project performance requirements when designing the proper mix. Residential buildings. Concrete materials management. Topics include: Concrete mix designs by project. read more. . Commercial buildings. Infrastructure.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 18, 2023

This article will discuss some key items to include in the project documents during the design of a new building to help achieve a successful fenestration installation come construction. Design teams must balance performance and practicality to achieve a successful installation while maintaining required fenestration performance.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 2, 2022

Called CobBauge, the conjoined British and French names for the material, the project is being led by Plymouth University. One way of boosting the thermal properties of cob is to use a higher percentage of straw or other insulating material. This is compacted by treading and beating the material down with a wooden thwacker.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 10, 2022

RELATED: MORE 2022 HOUSING GIANTS ARTICLES AND DATA. Land, labor, and materials continue to be the biggest costs among Housing Giants, at the logical expense of sales and marketing investments. Housing, Industrialized: Marketing Industrialized Construction to Consumers. Built-to-Rent: What Happens When the Dust Settles?

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 4, 2022

Our challenges included supply constraints that led to surging prices for building materials such as lumber, copper, steel, and appliances. I look forward to working with all of you as we continue to build a bright future for the residential construction industry. . from 9% to 18%.

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Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

Modern construction projects are increasingly defined by the materials used, which impact everything from durability and energy efficiency to aesthetics and cost. This article explores a range of innovative building products transforming the construction industry today, highlighting their applications and benefits.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In this article, you will get to know what is soil stack, how do the soil vent pipe works and the overview of the plumbing system in the building. It is very necessary that pipes should be protected with the wire or the perforated cap which will help to cover the pipe and prevent any material falling into the pipe. Inspection.

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Natural Building

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Nubian vaults, which were used to build houses in ancient Egypt and involve the construction of vaulted roofs using dried mud blocks, both utilize local materials and eliminate the need for timber. You can read the original article at www.archdaily.com.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

From residential developments to large-scale transportation terminals, the state’s construction landscape is poised for substantial growth. This article explores some of the latest construction projects in Texas, providing insights into their scope, impact, and significance.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the current construction market trends in the US, highlighting key insights and future projections. Sustained Growth in Residential Construction Residential construction remains a strong sector in the US, driven by increasing demand for housing. Current Market Trends 1.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2022

As a member of the Home Builders Institute ’s board of trustees, I’m proud to acknowledge the leadership of HBI president and CEO Ed Brady and his nationwide team for being the nation’s leading educational resource for career technical education in residential construction. Material shortages.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

1 The heightened fire risk posed to structures built near the WUI applies to residential dwellings as well as light commercial buildings. Considering residential and light commercial buildings, the roof assembly is evaluated according to its ability to resist fire from the outside of the building. the underlayment, and the sheathing.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 10, 2020

A vibrant multipurpose cultural residential community, designed by ZAV architects as part of a broader initiative on Iran’s Hormuz Island, was built with CalEarth trained Superadobe specialists. You can read the original article at www.designboom.com. image by Tahmineh Monzavi. build economically, to the benefit the local community 2.

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Pro Builder

JULY 14, 2021

With the high costs of lumber, we have seen a savings of approximately $2,000 in materials,” says Glenna Wilson, founder and owner of Charis Homes. Building Envelope-Related Articles. The system occupies a relatively tiny share of the new residential construction market, with less than one-quarter of 1% of above-grade walls and a 2.6%

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 16, 2020

At its peak, Jiaohe had a population of 7,000 inhabitants, and was divided into two residential districts with structures mainly built from earthen materials, consisting of rammed earth, stacked mud, and mud-bricks. You can read the original article at www.heritagedaily.com. image from www.atlasobscura.com.

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