Construction Top Stories - Articles - Page 157

Sustainable Acoustical Solutions

New product allows for more sustainable, sound baffling partition systems for multi-use spaces.

April 8, 2016

With today’s trend of open collaborative work and educational spaces, a room’s use and sound profile change daily. San Diego-based producer of modern, sustainable design elements, Kirei, further expands their acoustic product line.

Contractors Use Gaming Technology for Project Replicas

New technology allows GCs and subs to review building information modeling from engineers and architects.

April 6, 2016

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Using video-game and cloud technology, the developers have created what many are calling "the best visual collaboration tool for AEC project teams."

Many Applications for Post-frame Construction

Most people have difficulty noticing the difference between post-frame buildings and those built with traditional construction.

April 1, 2016

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Post-frame construction has been used in place of more conventional construction methods in just about every building type.

Build Your Contracting Team to Deliver Success

Sheri L. Carter

April 1, 2016

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Sometimes it’s hard for contractors to complete a project to their standards while also fully delivering an architect’s vision.

The Benefits of an ICF Home

Paul Hubble

April 1, 2016

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Energy cost savings, reduced noise, and healthier environments draw many homeowners to building a concrete house.

Southwest Airlines' Curved Ceilings Command Attention with Enhanced Acoustics

Chris Jones

April 1, 2016

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Enhanced acoustics at new network operations control center for Southwest Airlines' Training and Operational Support building in Dallas.

Jointing in Wall and Finish Framing

Riley Mahaffey Dana Hennis

April 1, 2016

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With horizontal and vertical movements to building structures, the industry has found solutions to the difficult framing conditions.

The Process of Plaster Restoration

Confessions of a Plasterer

Patrick Webb

April 1, 2016

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With a dislike for plaster restoration, a Charleston-based plasterer finds methods to help cope and achieve his high degree of perfection.

King Company's 80 Years of Growth and Stability

Lauren Tucci-Howey

April 1, 2016

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A company that's been around for more than 80 years has great stability and a plan to still grow.

Citadel Helps Hotel Achieve LEED Certification

Three colors installed at varying depths give building a unique aesthetic.

March 30, 2016

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Design flexibility and an attractive aesthetic led to the choice of metal composite material from Citadel Architectural Products for a highly visible hotel project at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.