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Atlantic Coast Construction Group partnered with the City of Atlantic Beach to develop a state-of-the-art Public Works Building in Atlantic Beach, Florida. This facility enhances the city's operational capabilities, providing a modern and efficient space for public works activities. The project underscores Atlantic Coast's commitment to quality craftsmanship and community-focused construction. Click to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gRbZ2iis

GRENFELL TOWER FIRE- 7th ANNIVERSARY TODAY, 14th JUNE  2024 An outsider might be excused for thinking that the Construction Industry had responded appropriately to this tragedy, judging from the ‘noise’ surrounding the Building Safety Act (almost entirely around HRBs). Closer study would reveal a very different picture: Seven years after this event, a wake-up call like no other, is it the considered view that the Industry: Has got to grips with new legislation Has realised it applies to all buildings, of all sizes Has realised the risk management need to apply the concepts of the golden thread, the safety case, and gateways, to buildings other than HRBs, in a proportionate manner Has realised that these concepts also apply to non-building structures, in a risk- management sense Has realised that most failures- involving life and limb, or not- result from the same simple failings (Soft Hazards). Hence the need to concentrate on these. Has realised that we frequently continue to organise ourselves without adequate thought to minimising safety risk, and hence need to change our method of project contractual frameworks. Has seen all industry bodies provide the necessary persistent leadership and direction, at senior level. Has provided adequate assistance and direction to members of industry bodies to the necessary level of detail, vision, and emphasis, …commensurate with the extra-ordinary need, resulting from an extra-ordinary event? How do you feel about the industry position? What have you done about it? As an aside, and not related to the industry this time, the Government is about to stand-down, and yet no decision has yet been made regarding the timing or extent of demolition of the building. Matt Hodges-Long's post this morning hit the spot. #cdm #ice #ise #istructe #drm #riskmanagement #grenfell #twf #design #structuraldesign

Mass timber construction, you say? An energy-efficient and innovative approach to high-rise and commercial buildings—right here in Baltimore? Tell me more! Check out this quick clip from Chesapeake Contracting Group's most recent Mass Timber project, highlighting the importance of teamwork and pre-construction planning in bringing this architectural masterpiece to life, now home to many thriving Baltimore businesses.

Exciting to see - IndiNature hemp insulation will be going in alongside this CLT buildup - maxing the carbon storage using hemp now grown only 80 miles away on a Kelso farm in Scotland as well as farms in Yorkshire ! #lowcarbonbuilding #healthybuilding #hempinsulation

This article reflects on the changes implemented in the built environment seven years after the Grenfell Tower tragedy. This anniversary reminds us of the importance of building control, UK construction standards, and building regulations in ensuring safety for all. Read more on PBC Today. https://lnkd.in/gpm_gGnb #Grenfell #BuildingSafety

Mass timber high-rises: A cost-competitive option for Seattle's housing boom? A new #study suggests building mid-rise #apartments with #masstimber could be nearly as affordable as other traditional materials. This could be a game-changer for Seattle's housing density and #sustainability efforts. Mass timber offers a faster, more efficient alternative thanks to prefabrication. Check out this article for more details and numbers from this study: https://lnkd.in/dtdDEwvz DCI Engineers PCL Construction Weber Thompson

For builders and design professionals, the benefits of #masstimber construction are many. Mike Dyer of Oregon’s Western Wood Structures Inc. explains why. Read More here: https://lnkd.in/gK-AVHPh stephanie thomas-rees APA – The Engineered Wood Association Arnie Didier

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Hear from DIRTT Co-Founder Geoff Gosling, how an adaptable construction system frees you from having to try to build spaces that will be relevant in the future. DIRTT's latest Insights piece takes a look at layered modularity. https://lnkd.in/gVAZTQEp

A new construction technique inspired by lizards' ability to shed their tails may revolutionise building safety by localising structural failures, according to a study published in Nature. This innovative approach aims to prevent the collapse of entire buildings in the event of catastrophic damage. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gi5pEdae #innovation #buildingdesign #construction #structuralfailure #collapse