Building engineering

Two Burns & McDonnell Projects Win DBIA Awards of Merit

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Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Building engineering, Design, Design–build, KANSAS, Geography of the United States, United States

Burns & McDonnell served as design-build/engineer-procure-construct (EPC) contractor for Lignotech Florida's new lignosulfanates plant.

Key Points: 
  • Burns & McDonnell served as design-build/engineer-procure-construct (EPC) contractor for Lignotech Florida's new lignosulfanates plant.
  • The new plant produces environmentally friendly alternatives to oil-based products used in construction, agriculture and other industrial applications.
  • DBIA also recognized another complex project to rehabilitate the most critical component of the water infrastructure serving the City of Topeka, Kansas.
  • Burns & McDonnell is 100 percent employee-owned and is proud to be on Fortune's 2018 list of100 Best Companies to Work For.

HVAC Business Solutions Makes Comprehensive Proposals Simple With Its Equipment Sales Module

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Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Building biology, Building engineering, HVAC, Cision, Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning, Architecture, Economy of the United States, Business, Wrightsoft

STAFFORD, Texas, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HVAC Business Solutions, an industry leader in sales software for HVAC contractors announces its new Equipment Sales Module, as part of its P3 software suite.

Key Points: 
  • STAFFORD, Texas, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HVAC Business Solutions, an industry leader in sales software for HVAC contractors announces its new Equipment Sales Module, as part of its P3 software suite.
  • With the Equipment Sales Module, a technician or advisor can create and generate a comprehensive estimate from beginning to end in just about three minutes.
  • P3 and its Equipment Sales Module, is increasing sales for HVAC businesses, and putting consumers in control of purchasing decisions.
  • HVAC Business Solutions is a leading software developer in the HVAC industry with more than 10 years' experience providing innovative technological solutions to HVAC owner-operators.

Breaking News for Trade Contractors: Autodesk Agrees to Acquire PlanGrid

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Monday, December 3, 2018
Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Building engineering, Autodesk, Computer-aided design, Building information modeling, PlanGrid, General contractor

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- eSUB, the labor productivity and business operations tool for trade contractors, shares the enthusiasm regarding Autodesk's agreement to acquire PlanGrid.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- eSUB, the labor productivity and business operations tool for trade contractors, shares the enthusiasm regarding Autodesk's agreement to acquire PlanGrid.
  • Trade contractors are in the unique position because they collaborate with several different General Contractors in a variety of different applications.
  • Depending on the project and the General Contractor, many eSUB customers utilize Autodesk BIM 360 construction management platform and PlanGrid concurrently.
  • Autodesk and the Autodesk logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries.

ServiceTitan Integrates AirAdvice for Homes™ Indoor Air Quality Measurement Tools

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Monday, December 3, 2018
Building biology, Air pollution, Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning, Building engineering, Occupational safety and health, Environmental health, Architecture, Indoor air quality, Technology, IAQ, HVAC, Air conditioning

GLENDALE, Calif., Dec. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- ServiceTitan , the world's leading all-in-one software for residential HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other home service businesses, announced today the integration of AirAdvice for Homes reports, allowing heating and air conditioning service companies using ServiceTitan to automatically receive AirAdvice indoor air quality (IAQ) reports in their ServiceTitan customer record.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., Dec. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- ServiceTitan , the world's leading all-in-one software for residential HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other home service businesses, announced today the integration of AirAdvice for Homes reports, allowing heating and air conditioning service companies using ServiceTitan to automatically receive AirAdvice indoor air quality (IAQ) reports in their ServiceTitan customer record.
  • "Over 94 percent of all homes have at least one IAQ problem," said Don Aultman, CEO at AirAdvice for Homes.
  • John designed and built an affordable method for measuring such indoor air quality (IAQ) parameters.
  • Today, AirAdvice for Homes continues the original mission of improving the quality of life for homeowners.

Clayton Announces New Line of Farmhouse-Style Prefab Homes

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Monday, December 3, 2018
Sustainable building, Construction, Architecture, Building engineering, Prefabricated buildings, Housing, Prefabricated home, Modular building, Manufactured housing, Kevin Clayton, Tiny house movement, Prefabrication

Clayton has partnered with world-class brands and designers to provide stylish features, amenities and modern appliances for each home in the farmhouse floor plans.

Key Points: 
  • Clayton has partnered with world-class brands and designers to provide stylish features, amenities and modern appliances for each home in the farmhouse floor plans.
  • The team took it to the next level by incorporating the latest beautiful luxury features with a large open floor plan," said Clayton President and CEO Kevin Clayton.
  • For more information about Clayton Built farm house floor plans currently being offered, like the Freedom Farm House and the Lulamae , visit the Clayton website.
  • As a diverse builder committed to quality and durability, Clayton offers traditional site-built homes and prefabricated housing, including modular homes, manufactured homes, tiny homes, college dormitories, military barracks and apartments.

China Facility Management Market to 2023 - Market is Forecast to Cross $124 Billion

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Thursday, November 29, 2018
Business, Economy, Building energy rating, Building engineering, Energy in the United States, Environment of the United States, Environmental design, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Outsourcing, Natural environment

The "China Facility Management Market By Insource Vs Outsource, By Organized Vs Unorganized, By Service (Cleaning, Security, Property, Support, & Others), By Application (Commercial, Residential & Industrial), Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "China Facility Management Market By Insource Vs Outsource, By Organized Vs Unorganized, By Service (Cleaning, Security, Property, Support, & Others), By Application (Commercial, Residential & Industrial), Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Moreover, growing focus on accreditation by adopting LEED certification and rising infrastructure development is further positively influencing China facility management market.
  • Furthermore, increase in government investments in the country's real estate sector would further steer China facility management market during the forecast period.
  • China Facility Management Market, 2023 discusses the following aspects of facility management market in China:
    Segmental Analysis - By Insource Vs Outsource, By Organized Vs Unorganized, By Service (Cleaning, Security, Property, Support, & Others), By Application (Commercial, Residential & Industrial)
    Why You Should Buy This Report?

Lockheed Martin Earns Seven ENERGY STAR Certifications, Three LEED Silver Ratings

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Thursday, November 29, 2018
Construction, Natural environment, Economy of the United States, Energy in the United States, Building engineering, Low-energy building, Sustainable architecture, Sustainable building, Energy Star, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, U.S. Green Building Council, Green building

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification for superior energy performance on seven buildings, and U.S. Green Building Council LEED Silver ratings on three buildings over the last twelve months.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification for superior energy performance on seven buildings, and U.S. Green Building Council LEED Silver ratings on three buildings over the last twelve months.
  • Lockheed Martin facilities in Fort Worth, Texas and Orlando, Florida received LEED Silver ratings.
  • Lockheed Martin is one of the largest implementers of energy efficiency projects in the U.S. through its Lockheed Martin Energy line of business.
  • Lockheed Martin Energy partners with government, industrial and commercial customers to deliver advanced energy-management offerings and comprehensive solutions across the energy industry, including demand-response solutions, energy efficiency and energy storage.

Global Home Automation Systems Market 2014-2018 & 2025 by System Component, Software Algorithm, Product, Service Type, Technology & Region

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Building engineering, Automation, Home automation

The "Global Home Automation Systems Market by System Component, Software Algorithm, Product, Service Type, Technology, and Region 2014-2025: Growth Opportunity and Business Strategy" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Home Automation Systems Market by System Component, Software Algorithm, Product, Service Type, Technology, and Region 2014-2025: Growth Opportunity and Business Strategy" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The aggregated revenue of global home automation systems market is expected to reach $556.9 billion during 2018-2025 owing to a growing adoption of various types of robotics and automated devices in global households.
  • Global Home Automation Systems Market report is based on a comprehensive research of worldwide home automation systems market by analyzing the entire global market and all its sub-segments through extensively detailed classifications.
  • The report provides historical market data for 2014-2017, revenue estimates for 2018, and forecasts from 2019 till 2025.

Government of Canada offers latest edition of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings for free

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Construction, Building engineering, Heat transfer, Thermal protection, Sustainable building, Energy efficiency, Building code, Thermal insulation, Efficient energy use, House energy rating

Provinces and territories may adopt the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings , or adapt it to create a regulation that meets their specific regional needs.

Key Points: 
  • Provinces and territories may adopt the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings , or adapt it to create a regulation that meets their specific regional needs.
  • Reducing energy consumption through better insulation, high-efficiency equipment and systems, and minimal air leakage will help Canada meet its climate commitments.
  • Today's announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment , in the Fall Economic Statement , to make access to the National Building Codes free across the country.
  • That's why we are making access to the National Building Codes free across the country, starting with this pilot project.

CAEPIPE, the Global Standard for pipe stress analysis, has just been updated to its latest Version 9.00

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Plumbing, Piping, Building engineering, Construction, Chemical engineering, Mechanical engineering, Pipe, Psychology, Engineering, Attachment theory

Key New Features Added to CAEPIPE Version 9.00:

Key Points: 
  • Key New Features Added to CAEPIPE Version 9.00:
    Two (2) nuclear piping codes are added as listed below.
  • New module added to evaluate Hollow Circular Attachment (Lug) and Solid Rectangular Attachment (Lug) welded to Pipe as per the following Nuclear and European codes.
  • So, it can be distributed free of license fees, to pipe stress supervisors and clients for them to review CAEPIPE stress models and their results.
  • SST Systems, Inc. (SST), incorporated in the year 1983, is a global provider of Software Solutions and Engineering Services.