Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Waterproofing Showers, Part 2: Site-Built Pans. Pay attention to these details to properly waterproof site-fabricated shower pans. As with any shower, leaks are most common at the pan; in the case of a custom shower, the pan tends to be fabricated on site and finished with ceramic tile or a similar hard-surface material. .

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Construction Specifier

JULY 27, 2023

Photos courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics. 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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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. This significantly reduces on-site labor and speeds construction.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 28, 2018

The team’s commitment to a deadline required the implementation of a six-day work week and division of the job-site into four sectors where independent teams worked simultaneously. DPR Construction, KT Fabrication and University Mechanical & Engineering. million, LEED Silver certified project.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 3, 2024

When designing and constructing these areas, you must consider where shade structures will be installed. Like USA SHADE, Custom Shade Sails offers a diverse product range, including three fabric types and options for three to more than five corners. The company also provides free design support if you prefer to have expert help.

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Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

are constructed off-site in a protected factory-style setting, the fabrication of the building itself can be started at the same time that foundation is being formed onsite. Buildings are designed and created to precise specifications and overbuilt to withstand the stresses of transportation.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 3, 2024

4 ways AI impacts building design beyond dramatic imagery 0 qpurcell Thu, 10/03/2024 - 07:52 AEC Tech Kristen Forward, Design Technology Futures Leader, NBBJ, shows four ways the firm is using AI to generate value for its clients. Image courtesy NBBJ 1.

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BIM & Beam

APRIL 11, 2018

Building on Autodesk’s strategy to make Revit a robust model authoring tool for designing and detailing, the Revit 2019 release includes a number of new features that increase modeling versatility, accuracy, and productivity for engineers and detailers. Detailed Steel Design. We’re excited to share these features with you—take a look!

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 28, 2021

Contract value was not disclosed, but firm's offshore energy fabrication unit will develop the structure at its Texas oil and gas fabrication site, said wind project developers at big industry conference in Richmond.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Prefabricated wall panels are individually manufactured in an offsite fabrication shop, complete with exterior cladding and fenestration, anchor system, water/air/vapor barrier(s) and flashing, insulation , and the structural framing. Building and site considerations. Images courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger. by Annemarie R.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Custom Home: A Modern Design of Light and Magic. This light-filled California custom home reached back into the past to create a stunning present and a memorable future with a design that offers diverse outdoor living options and an invitingly warm, modern aesthetic. Interior design: Del Gavio Group , Woodside, Calif.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 7, 2021

You must have wondered at least once what fabric is best for stretchy pants since not all options offer the best comfort. But, it’s Lycra aka Spandex aka Elastane that makes all other kinds of fabrics stretchable. It’s just the Pandora box that opens with the revelation of which fabric is the best fabric for stretchy pants.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 24, 2021

Transporting cement, gravel, and other materials across the construction site demands a reliable system. Excess materials and scrap on-sites are all too familiar sights, which can drive projects in the red without any means of using them all. These include, but aren’t limited to, exhaustive audits and modern solutions. Waste Reduction.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 26, 2021

Stairs are integral to building design. Well-designed stairways can add value to any structure as it ensures users are safe and comfortable going up and down the steps. They can be located inside production areas and storage facilities or outside logistics sites for greater convenience during transport and delivery of materials.

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BIM & Beam

AUGUST 1, 2018

Allows users to design and detail with rebar clash prevention in mind to reduce clashes both in the preconstruction and site execution project phases. Segmentation is dictated by engineering, architectural, or fabrication requirements, and its reinforcement is determined by the structural engineer.

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Lean Construction

MAY 24, 2021

The application of Lean in the design and engineering of capital projects lags behind Lean applications maturing in both construction fabrication and site assembly processes. There is still much that we can learn from the world consumer product development that has yet to be applied to Lean capital project delivery.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

Moreover, choose a design that’s made from a durable, breathable, and water-resistant fabric such as polyester. Whether a tradesman works on a construction site, workshop or local center, you may gift them with a handy radio to brighten up their busy day to listen to music. . 3) Tool Bag. The Takeaway.

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Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

Design Issues. Design-related rework issues include errors and omissions in design plans, as well as agreed-upon design changes. When designers and constructors are teamed up front, as in design-build contracts, constructors often have more opportunities to identify design issues before construction begins.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Well on that note construction workers require pants that are wrinkle and stain resistant, durable, made of comfortable fabric and fit a bit loose for allowing free movement of the legs and bending of the knees. Now, chino material is a twill fabric that is made of 100% cotton. And the good thing is chinos do offer all of the features.

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BD+C

MAY 29, 2024

Ross Cohen: The first reason for moving away from traditional site-built/stick framing to off-site-built components was to ensure complete and correct construction to create “trade-ready” floors as multifamily buildings are constructed. Ross: Site-built or factory-built, the sheathing specification is typically unchanged.

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BD+C

MARCH 11, 2024

Stephen Blumenbaum, PE, SE, Walter P Moore Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners AEC Tech BIM and Information Technology Building Tech Structural Materials Steel Buildings Today’s fast-paced world of design and construction is fractured.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 11, 2017

Different techniques use 3D printing to form the basis of the building construction or to create an individual component within the fabrication. Fabrication of homes, components needed in buildings like panels and columns, bridges, civil infrastructures, and sculptures have all been demonstrated with 3D printing. Want to learn more?:

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The Korte Company

MARCH 11, 2019

Healthcare interior design projects pose unique challenges for design teams. The idea, though, is that healthcare interior designers must first prioritize design elements that promote patient care. The unique factors design teams must consider for these projects are highlighted below. Evidence-based design.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Starting from working with heavy machineries to carrying heavy loads to working at heights to working with temporary structures, construction sites pose a serious threat of accidents and injuries to the workers! The laws are put forth by the Health and Safety Executive and the laws should be backed up by the approved attire of each site.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 6, 2021

A number of spherical pavilions designed to resemble lanterns are finished in the same latticework and supported by load-bearing bamboo lengths that were soaked and scorched so they could be bent into shape. This structure was designed as a homage to Shakespeare’s Globe Theater.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 9, 2023

It is important to secure this information right from the outset because materials should drive design decisions in the market, especially where schedule and cost are very important or critical to success. They should dictate every decision from budget through construction completion.

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BD+C

MARCH 22, 2023

Distinct from traditional prefabrication, which occurs offsite, this approach fabricates building elements within a large, temporary manufacturing facility at the construction site. The scale of a project and the size of the site are key factors. The site itself can also pose a difficulty.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

The site is situated on the outskirts of South Mountain Park Preserve, allowing for sweeping views of the diverse desert landscape and surrounding mountain vistas, while maintaining easy access to Arizona State University (ASU) and Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

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BD+C

APRIL 13, 2024

My design team at KTGY collaborated very closely with our client and the city of Alameda to restore this commercial marina full of unused potential. Rendering courtesy KTGY The city applied mixed-use zoning to the site with a multifamily overlay, in an exception to Alameda’s typical single-family zoning. Alameda Marina.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

Higgins Partnerships has been appointed by Hammersmith & Fulham Council to deliver 134 new homes on the former site of Hartopp Point and Lannoy Point. Of the new homes, 112 will be designated as affordable with 67 flats being at social or London affordable rent.

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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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Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

The 23-storey tower will provide 823,000 sq ft of of life sciences laboratories and workspace at the North Quay site next to Crossrail Station and new Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf. hectare site are already well underway and the building, designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, is anticipated to complete in 2027.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2020

Construction of wall, floor, and roof systems offsite has multiple advantages, including compressing the project schedules, reducing site labor and waste, improving consistency and quality control, and increasing safety for workers. The decision to go with panelization must start early in the design process.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

As a recent BioPhorum report on modular design in biopharmaceutical manufacturing points out, one of the drawbacks of establishing a new production facility—particularly for a brand new product — is the time it takes to go from design to operation. BioPhorm highlights the importance of standardisation in any modular design.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

RED Construction South West has started on site to deliver the £22m 4-star Zeal Hotel in Exeter, following planning consent. Its design has been four years in the making bringing together both teams from Zeal Hotels, architect ECE Westworks, Introba and Hydrock Bristol and RED Construction South West.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

A look at how the off-site digital prefabricator and on-site installer of multi- and single-family homes and accessory dwelling units succeeded in shortening its supply chain and reducing selling prices. A bathroom in Veev's ADU (accessory dwelling unit) design. More articles about on prefab and off-site construction.

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Construction Junkie

JULY 9, 2020

While heat exhaustion may not be the only summer dangers on construction sites , it does play a major role in overall health and wellness throughout our hottest months. The Cooling Do Rag is designed to fit under a hard hat, a ball cap, or by itself. The design also incorporates mesh at the top of the head for breathability.

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