Tag: smart
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Why Smart Builders Choose Used Parts: A Money-Saving Guide
In commercial projects, certified used appliance parts aren’t just about pinching pennies. While many builders shy away from quality reconditioned components, using tested used parts saves more money than finding an extra zero in the budget estimates. The Real Deal on Used Parts Think of used commercial parts like vintage steel beams – often tougher…
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Smart Storage Ideas Inspired by Sweeten Renovated Homes
Step into a world where clutter vanishes and serenity reigns. Imagine a home not just clean, but truly organized – a sanctuary where everything has its place, and beauty blossoms from within. It’s more than just aesthetics; it’s about reclaiming your space, your time, and your peace of mind. These 8 inspiring ideas will ignite…
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Free hot water from your WiFi? The smart tech revolution that could help homeowners save
What if your home could turn waste heat from the internet into free hot water? It might sound futuristic, but this idea could become a reality thanks to a trial by British Gas and Heata. At a time when energy price rises continue to put pressure on household budgets, this innovative approach offers a clever…
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How to replace a bath panel for a smart new look
If you want to know how to replace a bath panel you’ve come to the right place. It’s a task that a DIYer can take on without worrying too much about what can go wrong. And, in this guide you’ll find expert advice to guide you along the way. You’ll need a few basic tools…
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Over 600,000 households to be forced onto smart meters amid energy warnings
A smart meter warning has been issued to over 600,000 households and businesses still relying on outdated Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters. With the system set to shut down permanently on 30 June 2025, those who fail to upgrade risk losing heating, hot water and access to cheaper off-peak rates. Ofgem, alongside energy suppliers British…
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Smart meter data sharing proposal sparks privacy concerns
The government’s latest proposal to allow energy companies to access and share household data from smart meters has raised alarms among privacy advocates, who are warning about the potential risks to consumers. As part of its push towards net zero, ministers are consulting on a new smart data scheme that could see household energy usage…
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Smart Construction News 8/2022 – AEC Business
Here are the topics covered in the August 2022 Smart Construction issue of the AEC Business Newsletter. Keep tabs on AEC innovation and tech news, and subscribe! Breaking down the 6 principles of Lean construction This article breaks down the six core lean construction principles and explores how to implement them in your organization. Read…
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Digital Twins in the Smart Construction Newsletter
The AEC Business newsletter’s Smart Construction edition on February 24 focused on digital twins. Topics How ASHVIN Develops Digital Twin Capabilities Boosting the Israeli ConTech Startup Ecosystem NCC Pilots Buildots’ AI in Two Helsinki Building Projects Matterport to Showcase Digital Twin Solutions at its Space Jam Competition EarthCam 4D and Bentley Bring Construction Digital Twins…
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Smart Collaboration on Infrastructure Projects – An Interview with Joe Giegerich
I had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Giegerich, founder and CEO of ProjectReady. We discussed why and how the construction sector should start using an integrated data environment on large infrastructure projects. You can listen to the interview on the AEC Business Podcast. The USA, Japan, China, and the EU are among the economies that…
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Sakari Pesonen, Fira Smart, on Leading with Data
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