Category: Smart Construction
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Energy Seminar 2014 – Martin Townsend, Director of BREEAM
This podcast episode is a recording of a presentation titled The Future of Sustainable Building. It was given by Martin Townsend, Director of BREEAM, BRE Global at Granlund Energy Seminar 2014 on June 5, 2014. Download the slides. Watch the video recording. Listen to the audio recording (also on iTunes) The post Energy Seminar 2014 – Martin…
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The Future of Sustainable Building
Our client, Granlund, arranged a seminar on June 4, 2014, on energy in the construction industry. Their keynote speaker was Martin Townsend, Director of BREEAM, BRE Global. In the following recording he talks about sustainable building opportunities. Download the presentation slides. http://youtu.be/d1bfF_BOeUE The post The Future of Sustainable Building appeared first on AEC Business. View the original…
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Power Flushing for Central Heating Systems
When the inside of a radiator begins to rust, it produces iron oxide which is black in colour. This is commonly referred to as ‘sludge’ and it can move around the central heating system causing blockages in pipes and valves. The central heating system will not work as efficiently when these blockages are present and…
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Make Your Business a Little Greener with a Rain Water System
Water is an extremely precious natural resource and by not collecting rain water when it’s available you are letting it go to waste, especially if you have a large exterior space around your premises. You could be saving hundreds in cash every year, and do good by the environment, by collecting rain water from around…
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Storage Issues in the Construction Industry
In the construction industry it is essential that storage of materials and equipment is considered for the entirety of the project. This is according to Health and Safety Law; as if the site is not kept clean and safe then it is dangerous for everyone working on site. It is also important to keep a…
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Why Construction Wall Barriers Are Important?
Large firms and companies usually have an annual office maintenance program that incorporates re-roofing and renovation of sections of their buildings. The greatest problem with having such construction done is that it creates a hazardous environment that is unsafe for the employees. The best way to minimize hazard and contamination that results from the renovations…
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Construction Health and Safety in the UK – Infographic
Courtesy of the CDM and safety specialists at Safer Sphere The post Construction Health and Safety in the UK – Infographic appeared first on AEC Business. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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360 Degree Personal Active Safety System – The Halo Light
The Halo Light™ by ILLUMAGEAR is a patented 360° personal active safety system (PASS) that attaches to any hard hat and produces a ring of light around the wearer enabling him or her to see and be seen in all directions at all times. – See more and read my review. The post 360 Degree Personal…
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See and Be Seen on the Construction Site with This Innovation
Construction often takes place in poorly lit environments. Workers use reflective gear to be seen, and site lighting and camping head lights to see. Until recently, we have not seen many innovations in this field. I got my hands on ILLUMAGEAR’s patented The Halo Light™, which is certainly something new in the area of personal…
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10 Digital Ways of Project Communication
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