Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

2024 promises to be a transformative year for public companies when it comes to reporting on strides made toward greater environmental sustainability.[ 1 ] In preparation for this new era, large publicly held entities and smaller companies alike have ramped up measurement and reporting around environment, safety, and governance.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

By Richard Martens Sustainability is a complex topic in all fields; every initiative seeking to improve sustainability brings both improvements and setbacks. Within modern construction, there is an exception to the inherent complexity of sustainability comparisons. Photos courtesy Sto Corp. Construction is no different.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations. Safety and Risk Management Safety and risk management are paramount in the construction industry.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The Safety Department interacts with Safety, Manufacturing with manufacturing, and so on. Quality or Manufacturing staffs may see themselves as somehow different from safety or environment staffs and find themselves with differing views of workplace procedures, especially when safety is involved.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

There are good safety signs, bad safety signs and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety sign” is shown to the right. Regardless of the amount of text or symbols, remember that point of use and clearly stated cautions are key to any safety sign. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Sustainable Building by the Numbers. Sustainable building is using energy-efficient and healthier materials and the intelligent integration of design, construction, and operation of each home so it delivers benefits like healthier living, less maintenance, and durability not just for the next 15 years, but for decades to come. .

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FDR Safety

MAY 22, 2018

But before the group of about 300 workers embark on a day’s work, they gather for a message: safety first. If you have yet to read the above article, this is an excellent example of how the implementation of a Safety Culture can positively impact a project no matter the size or budget.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Regardless of the amount of text or symbols, remember that point of use and clearly stated cautions are key to any safety sign. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

The 12 alluvial wells that supply the South Adams County Water and Sanitation District’s 66,000 customers produce severely hard water, requiring local homeowners to frequently replace plumbing and water heaters and purchase costly in-home softeners that release corrosive brine waste into the sewer.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. Mike Taubitz spent many years in top positions at General Motors, including stints as Global Safety Director and Global Regulatory Liaison. The post Are Your Safety Policies Asking for Trouble?

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BD+C

JULY 9, 2021

Those border crossings simultaneously are a welcoming environment for guests and returning citizens and a beacon of safety and security. On an average day—before the pandemic—more than 350,000 vehicles, 135,000 pedestrians, and 30,000 trucks passed through US border crossings with Mexico and Canada.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 25, 2022

Improving public sector facilities life-cycle management is critical to the economy, the environment, and to our safety. What changes are necessary for improvements in repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build policy and practices are required? Can currently available alternative methods provide measurable improvement?

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FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2019

I do not like standard safety signs and warnings because they typically mean little to the worker. That’s a long time to get the worker up to speed for production, safety and efficiency. Mike Taubitz spent many years in top positions at General Motors, including stints as Global Safety Director and Global Regulatory Liaison.

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Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Here, we’ll dive into the new WELL Health-Safety Rating and LEED Safety First pilot credits —along with a nod to Arc’s Re-Entry tool —to help familiarize project practitioners with their rating system-aligned options for building re-entry and the post-pandemic built environment. WELL Health-Safety Rating. Who should care?

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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. Mass Timber Provides Fire Safety Wood possesses unique fire-resistant properties.

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Sustainable construction products and technologies. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE. Concrete admixtures can also optimize the production process for sustainability. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 11/28/2019 - 11:43. GCP Applied Technologies.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Economics, the environment, national security, and life/safety are all negatively impacted by the lack of a sustainable facilities lifecycle management strategy. Is national security impacted by lack of facilities lifecycle management? Absolutely.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The United Nations has written a set of “principles for sustainable and inclusive urban design and architecture” for architects to sign up to called the San Marino Declaration, which architect Norman Foster is set to launch. Port cities need to ensure that port facilities are up to international transport and safety standards.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

Urbanization and the Need for Sustainable Development One of the most significant trends impacting the construction industry is urbanization. This trend necessitates a shift toward sustainable development practices to create livable, resilient, and eco-friendly urban environments.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2022

The way UK construction companies approach quality and safety will change significantly with the Building Safety Bill ( now known as the Building Safety Act ). Here we share a simple checklist to help with getting ready for the Building Safety Bill and putting the technology you need in place. Download it for free here.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Heatwaves, power outages, extreme cold and drought — you need to look no further than the day’s headlines to realize our climate is changing and there is an urgent need to do better for the environment. It makes projects run efficiently and enhances safety. The construction industry has a huge role to play. Did you know?

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 26, 2017

The well being of building occupants is increasingly being described as the number one driver of sustainability. The aims for a sustainable buildings have shifted in the U.S. FITWEL, a cost effective, high impact, health promoting building certification, may be the best thing since sliced bread. In the in the U.S.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Building Safety Bill is fast-approaching the UK construction sector, and promises widespread change. Although the Fire Safety Act is now in place, the Building Safety Bill is still being finalised and it may be difficult to know how to get ready. An overview of the Building Safety Bill .

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This could extend the life span of infrastructure or minimize the risk of failures, ultimately leading to increased safety and reduced maintenance costs. In addition to improving designs and construction processes, generative AI may lead to safer job sites by identifying safety hazards and reducing the occurrence of accidents.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Essential health and safety measures meant they were unable to operate at full capacity in order to protect their workers. When it comes to construction, are we at a tipping point towards necessitating sustainable solutions for good? Alternative materials – the answer to our commercial and sustainability problems?

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

From the exterior cladding to the interior finishes, the materials used can have a significant impact on the overall functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal of the building. Acoustic and sound proof panels are designed to absorb sound waves, reducing reverberation and creating a more comfortable and productive work environment.

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Building Radar

JULY 24, 2024

Environmental regulations in the construction industry are designed to minimize the impact of construction activities on the environment. These regulations address various aspects of construction, from waste management and air quality control to water conservation and the use of sustainable materials.

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

This article delves into the top construction firms, their influence, and the broader implications for the built environment. Safety and Sustainability : Large construction companies set benchmarks for safety standards and sustainability practices, influencing industry-wide regulations and best practices.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. Using more efficient technologies will also help increase the safety of the workers. Complying with building code requirements ensures safety.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 31, 2024

This creates a growing need to embrace sustainability and optimize operations with innovative technlogies. It allows them to explore how new technologies can unlock a new era of efficiency, sustainability, and progress. The world’s energy demands continue to rise, particularly in the Oil and Gas industry.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

It chronicles the foundations and evolution that brought those engaged in the practice of engineering and safety to the current state of PTD in one company. Mike Taubitz spent many years in top positions at General Motors, including stints as Global Safety Director and Global Regulatory Liaison.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 16, 2022

In April 2022, the UK government’s Building Safety Bill received Royal Assent making it the Building Safety Act. This legislation promises significant change for the whole sector – from construction businesses and building owners and operators through to insurers and public safety organisations. How will this impact my business?

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Architects Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Green Specifications Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Building Materials Green Green Building Products'

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Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

From enhancing efficiency to improving safety and sustainability, the latest construction technologies offer a range of innovative solutions. AR overlays digital information onto the physical world, while VR provides fully virtual environments. OpenAsset explores the role of AR and VR in modern construction practices.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Most safety professionals are familiar with the Hazard Control Hierarchy shown right. The method of determining practicability is found in ANSI B11.0 – 2015, the foundation standard for the family of ANSI B11 General Industry Safety Standards. The informative Note to the Hazard Control Hierarchy in this standard cites.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 14, 2023

Others include providing more clarity on energy efficiency regulations for commercial buildings, reviewing retrofit funding allocations for the public sector and exploring new fiscal incentives around the reuse or recycling of materials in the built environment.

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