Building engineering

Halton and its Partners Opening a Coworking Space to Promote Wellbeing in London

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Building engineering, Building science, Well-being, Articles

Halton's contribution to the space consists of solutions which optimise indoor environment conditions based on user data and which enhance user wellbeing.

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  • Halton's contribution to the space consists of solutions which optimise indoor environment conditions based on user data and which enhance user wellbeing.
  • The space will be opened to the public and corporate visitors on 1 July 2019.
  • "We wanted to include groundbreaking solutions to the London Wellbeing Experience space that comprehensively enhance the wellbeing of building occupants by adjusting to their needs.
  • The London Wellbeing Experience space is about 90 square metres in size and located within the other Building Centre premises.

Building stronger, safer, eco-friendly homes with NUDURA

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Construction, Building materials, Architecture, Materials, Building insulation materials, Building engineering, Insulators, Composite materials, Insulating concrete form, Concrete, Polystyrene, Recycling

The NUDURA line of Insulated Concrete Forms, or ICFs, offer innovative technology exclusive to NUDURA, allowing commercial and residential structures to be built with greater efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • The NUDURA line of Insulated Concrete Forms, or ICFs, offer innovative technology exclusive to NUDURA, allowing commercial and residential structures to be built with greater efficiency.
  • "NUDURA ICFs consist of two panels of Expanded Polystyrene foam, which we refer to as EPS, and are connected with our patented web system that is made of 100 percent recycled material.
  • NUDURA Forms are stacked, then steel reinforced and filled with concrete, which completes the building envelope of your home in one building step," says Keven Rector, Technical Services Manager at NUDURA.
  • To learn more about how NUDURA ICFs can help get you in a safe, disaster resilient, eco-friendly home, visit www.nudura.com .

Global Green Building Materials Market 2019-2024: Projected to Reach $432.5 Billion by 2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Other Construction & Property, Construction & Property, Climate change policy, Sustainable building, Sustainable design, Construction, Building engineering, Green building, Low-energy building, Sustainable urban planning, Architecture, Climate change mitigation, Emissions trading

According to the report, the global green building materials market reached a value of US$ 223.1 Billion in 2018.

Key Points: 
  • According to the report, the global green building materials market reached a value of US$ 223.1 Billion in 2018.
  • The green building materials market is currently being catalysed by a growing demand for structures with low greenhouse gas emissions.
  • How has the global green building materials market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
  • What is the degree of competition in the global green building materials market?

HB Construction Chooses DESTINI Estimator as Preconstruction Solution

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Data management, Technology, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Software, Construction & Property, Visual arts, Building engineering, Beck Technology, Engineering, Computer-aided design, Data modeling, Construction, Building information modeling, HB

Beck Technology leading software and service firm for the commercial design and construction industry, announced that HB Construction has chosen DESTINI Estimator as its new enterprise-wide preconstruction platform.

Key Points: 
  • Beck Technology leading software and service firm for the commercial design and construction industry, announced that HB Construction has chosen DESTINI Estimator as its new enterprise-wide preconstruction platform.
  • Throughout the years, HB Construction has developed a strong reputation for being an industry trailblazer, especially in regards to utilizing construction technology.
  • The multi-year enterprise agreement will enable the company to utilize DESTINI Estimator in all of its preconstruction efforts.
  • HB Construction has been a pioneer in the adoption of both BIM and field technology," said Zach Gruen, Executive Vice President at HB Construction.

PointCentral Selected By Rockstar Capital As Smart Home Property Automation Supplier for Multifamily Award-Winning Smart Apartments

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Smart speakers, Internet of things, Smart devices, Home automation, Technology, Building engineering, Amazon Echo, Smart thermostat, SMART home technology, Google Home, Smart lock, Smart device

"Wi-Fi based systems didn't allow us to control access, temperature and other smart devices during turns.

Key Points: 
  • "Wi-Fi based systems didn't allow us to control access, temperature and other smart devices during turns.
  • Check out our new video that shows how smart home technology and other amenities are giving us a competitive advantage."
  • Rockstar smart apartments will provide residents with the complete smart home experience, including smart locks, smart thermostats and smart lights all controlled from a Qolsys touchscreen wall panel, smart phone app, or via voice control using Amazon Echo, Google Home or Siri Shortcuts.
  • "We applaud Robert and the Rockstar Capital team for their forward thinking and focus on innovation that drives resident satisfaction," said Sean Miller, President of PointCentral.

Insights Into the World Market for PEX (Crossed-Linked Polyethylene) to 2024 by Type, Technology, Application and Region

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Plumbing, Plastics, Polyolefins, Cross-linked polyethylene, Chemistry, High-density polyethylene, Physical sciences, Hydronics, Building engineering

The PEX market size is estimated at USD 6.1 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 8.3 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 6%.

Key Points: 
  • The PEX market size is estimated at USD 6.1 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 8.3 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 6%.
  • The growth of the construction, automotive, and power industries is expected to drive the PEX market.
  • The increasing demand for PEX wires & cables from the power, communication, and automotive industries is the major factor driving the global PEX demand during the forecast period.
  • Furthermore, PEX is used in various applications such as building pipework and tubing systems, hydronic radiant heating, and cooling systems.

Canada to help schools in New Brunswick, Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan build better learning environments for students

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Building biology, Building engineering, Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, Articles, Architecture, Construction, Low-energy building, Energy efficiency, United States Department of Energy, Efficient energy use

By being energy efficient, we can build better learning environments, cut energy costs and help people save money.

Key Points: 
  • By being energy efficient, we can build better learning environments, cut energy costs and help people save money.
  • Whether it's replacing drafty windows, installing better lighting, or putting in place heating and cooling systems, improvements to classrooms will help create a healthier learning environment for students.
  • The Government of Canada looks forward to working together with provinces to help schools make energy efficient retrofits.
  • "When students have healthy learning environments and teachers have efficient and effective classrooms, it's our future that is the winner.

Parks Associates: 43% of US Broadband Households Intend to Purchase a Smart Home Device in 2019

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Internet of things, Motor vehicles, Cars, Technology, Emerging technologies, Building engineering, Home automation, SMart, Smart grid, Smart TV

My Next Home: Demand for Smart Homes and Smart Apartments reports that despite device ownership flattening in 2018, purchase intentions for smart home devices continue to increase, with 43% of US broadband households planning to purchase at least one device in 2019.

Key Points: 
  • My Next Home: Demand for Smart Homes and Smart Apartments reports that despite device ownership flattening in 2018, purchase intentions for smart home devices continue to increase, with 43% of US broadband households planning to purchase at least one device in 2019.
  • "Having smart home devices pre-installed in the home creates an immediate opportunity to demonstrate specific value propositions in safety, energy management, and convenience.
  • My Next Home: Demand for Smart Homes and Smart Apartmentsquantifies consumer demand for smart products in their next residence.
  • Among consumers who do not own or intend to purchase smart home devices, 54% do not perceive that the devices will benefit their lives.

Two New PHNIX R32 Inverter EVI House Heating Heat Pumps to Launch in Europe

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Energy, Articles, Universe, Building engineering, Heat pumps, Energy conversion, Energy recovery, Energy technology, Geothermal heat pump

GUANGZHOU, China, June 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PHNIX, China's leading heat pump manufacturer, will release two heavyweight R32 Inverter EVI house heating heat pumps in Europe.Mr.

Key Points: 
  • GUANGZHOU, China, June 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PHNIX, China's leading heat pump manufacturer, will release two heavyweight R32 Inverter EVI house heating heat pumps in Europe.Mr.
  • Peter Wang, Deputy General Manager in charge of PHNIX global overseas business, compared the house heating heat pump with R410A refrigerant, the R32 heat pump has a GWP of only one-third, so its environmental performance is even better.
  • The two R32 inverter EVI house heating heat pumps to be released in Europe are 6 kW and 10 kW units respectively.
  • PHNIX, a leading manufacturer of heat pumps inChina, is an international enterprise specializingintheR&D and production of heat pump products and energy-saving solutions.

Tozour Energy Systems Uses Cool Tools to Battle Summer Heat

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Monday, June 24, 2019
Utilities, Alternative energy, Construction & Property, Energy, Building Systems, Building engineering, Building biology, Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

Tozour Energy Systems offers flexible and cost-efficient equipment to prevent the heat from affecting daily operations.

Key Points: 
  • Tozour Energy Systems offers flexible and cost-efficient equipment to prevent the heat from affecting daily operations.
  • Tozour has a variety of MovinCool units designed to direct one to five tons of cool air where it is needed.
  • Hot, humid weather and unpredictable storms could potentially knock a business offline, said Frank Laster, director of Tozour Energy Systems HVAC Parts & Supplies.
  • Named one of the Best Places to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal, Tozour Energy Systems is a member of the Green Building United.