Tag: System
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Virginia Tech unveils hard hat, helmet rating system
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Virginia Tech’s Helmet Lab has released a first-of-its-kind rating system for construction hard hats and helmets that mirrors rankings used for sport helmets. The findings, shared publicly Monday, indicate that Type II helmets — or…
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Tender review system aims to eliminate overspecification
It is already being applied to live projects, with savings identified in the majority of cases, Re-Structured said. On one London scheme, the review uncovered significant overspecification, recommending targeted investigative work and a leaner redesign. The revised scheme removed 4,200kg of steel and 10,000kg of concrete, delivering estimated savings of £20,000 and cutting 8,700kg of CO2 emissions. View the…
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Nationwide Platforms unveils safety system for scissor lifts
Nationwide Platforms has launched SkySiren PCS for scissor lifts – a secondary guarding system designed to reduce the risk of entrapment for operators. SkySiren was originally developed for boom lifts in 2011. The system was designed as a conventional secondary guarding system that alerted others when an entrapment incident had occurred. The system evolved into…
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Most Common Hot Water System Problems and How to Fix Them
A malfunctioning hot water system can transform an ordinary day into a frustrating experience. Australian households use hot water for a third of their energy consumption. These systems play a vital role in our homes, yet people often overlook them. The average system’s lifespan ranges between 8-12 years, even with proper maintenance. Your daily routine…
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Transit ROI & System Efficiencies Will Drive Big, Beautiful Transit Funding
Local transit agencies are quickly realizing that the environment to secure funding for transit projects is about to take a sharp left turn, largely influenced by the President’s ambitious “Big, Beautiful Bill.” This landmark legislation, while broad in its scope, signals a distinct shift in priorities for how federal dollars will be allocated to transit…
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The 7 heat pump mistakes that risk ruining your system
Once you know the heat pump mistakes the experts see happening on a regular basis, you are halfway to ensuring that your own system will be one that proves to be a worthwhile investment. If you are considering installing an air source heat pump, you can expect many benefits, including lower heating bills, but to…
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Biomass boilers vs heat pumps — how to choose the best system for heating your home
If you’re exploring your options for a new heating system, an upgrade or perhaps considering which type of energy efficient heating to use in your self build plans, you’ll likely find yourself comparing a number of options, including biomass boilers vs heat pumps. However, while both solutions offer a viable alternative to fossil fuel system,…
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Mt. Hope Becomes First School with AI-Designed Electrical System
Augmenta, the leading generative design platform for the built environment, today announced the first-ever building to be constructed with an AI-designed electrical system: the Mt. Hope Elementary School in Lansing, Michigan. This milestone underscores how Augmenta’s generative design platform addresses critical industry needs, enabling the development of community infrastructure that is inherently more sustainable, efficient,…
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CS Expands Products into Complete Fire Barrier System
With new product introductions for spring, Construction Specialties (CS) now offers a complete fire barrier system that accommodates small expansion joint configuration. CS, a leading manufacturer of high-performance architectural building products, developed the industry’s first UL-approved fire-resistant joint covers in 1983. Through innovation,expansion, and customer need, the company has continuously offered new fire barrier products,…
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Sterling Structural Debuts CLTimber Bay System for Buildings
Sterling Structural, a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, prefabricated mass timber and hybrid structural systems in North America, today announced the launch of its CLTimber Bay System, a comprehensive building solution specifically designed for industrial and commercial projects including warehouses, data centers, and large-scale retail facilities. The CLTimber Bay System combines the environmental benefits of mass…