Tag: Quality
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Data quality is holding construction back. AI may help.
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The construction industry generates more data than ever, but much of it is disorganized and not standardized, according to panelists at this year’s New York Build Conference, held March 12-13 at the Javits Center in New York…
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How Natural Materials Improve Indoor Air Quality
You walk into a room and, in an instant, you feel stuffy or you get a headache. But the lighting is okay, so that can’t be causing it. The noise isn’t too much so that can’t be either. What’s the only possible culprit left? You guessed it – the air you’re breathing. You’ve probably been…
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Precision pouring: how digital surveillance boosts concrete quality
New digital surveillance technology is proving its worth in improving concrete quality assurance, as well as advancing safety and sustainability, writes Mott MacDonald’s Sudarshan Srinivasan. A wide range of digital technologies such as sensors, data acquisition systems, data analysis and decision-making tools are being implemented in large infrastructure projects. However, there are challenges to be…
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My Best Friend Robyn’s Living Room Reveal – We Added So Much Color, Charm, Coziness (And A Lot Of Heirloom Quality Pieces)
If you like friendship romance stories you’ll like this one. Girl-meets-girl in 6th grade and stays best friends through long-distance high school, reuniting as college roommates, ripped apart to spend decades across the country pursuing careers only be reunited, able to live 7 minutes apart and go on long weekly walk and talks. That’s us…
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Dozens of firms suspended after substandard solid wall insulation jobs
The government has suspended 39 businesses that installed poor-quality solid wall insulation using publicly funded energy efficiency schemes. Routine checks carried out by independent quality body TrustMark uncovered cases of substandard solid wall insulation fitted under the Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS). Around 65,000 households have had solid…
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Ultimate Guide to Roofing: Protecting Your Home with Quality and Care
Among all the protection aspects of your home, the roof remains among the most vital assets to consider. Everyone notices the roof, but its primary function is to protect your family from weather conditions, improve the aesthetics of your home and play a crucial role in saving energy. A roof that does not easily wear…
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Boosting ROI with Quality Commercial Roof Maintenance
The Role of Roof Maintenance in Commercial Construction In the commercial construction sector, maintaining structural integrity is critical for long-term profitability. Among various building elements, the roof plays a pivotal role in safeguarding assets, ensuring energy efficiency, and prolonging the lifespan of the property. However, many property managers underestimate the importance of proactive roof maintenance.…
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BIM Quality – A Cornerstone of Digital Construction Success
What can make digital twins a reality for building owners? What can facilitate contractors in reducing risks and improving productivity? What allows designers to save time and focus on their core competencies? The answer is building information modeling, when done right. This article looks at BIM quality, why it’s essential and how to achieve it.…
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HKU Uses Blockchain for Modular Construction Quality Management
A team from the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has developed a novel e-inspection system to monitor the manufacturing and delivery of student residence modules. It uses blockchain technology to store inspection records. “This e-inspection 2.0 system is a world’s first. It has set new standards and will serve as…
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Oskar Smeds of Congrid on the Paradox of Good Quality Documentation
Oskar Smeds of Congrid (https://congrid.com) talks about quality management in construction and the role of digitalization in it. The presentation is from the WDBE Comunity Session on May 27, 2021, organized in collaboration with AEC TechTV. The post Oskar Smeds of Congrid on the Paradox of Good Quality Documentation appeared first on AEC Business. View…