The challenge of firestopping in modern construction

As the construction industry advances, its methods change as well. However, fire test standards often lag behind, creating difficulties for stakeholders when it comes to applying tested details to modern applications. Here, Quelfire explores examples of gaps between testing and reality, and highlights the importance… The post The challenge of firestopping in modern construction appeared first on Construction News.

Periodic inspections alone can no longer keep aging buildings safe

On the five-year anniversary of the Surfside collapse, a building safety specialist highlights the importance of structural monitoring systems.

Concrete NZ welcomes cross-industry momentum on decarbonisation

Concrete New Zealand (NZ) has welcomed the Sustainable Steel Council’s newly released roadmap which outlines the steel industry’s pathway to net-zero emissions by 2050, as another positive step for the construction and infrastructure ecosystem. Concrete NZ chief executive Rob Gaimster says the steel industry roadmap reflects growing alignment across the built environment on the importance […] The post Concrete NZ welcomes cross-industry momentum on decarbonisation appeared first on Building Today.

Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning

The post Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction endeavors are getting increasingly complex in nature. It is now expected from modern buildings to perform well in terms of energy efficiency, durability, occupant comfort levels, efficiency and comply with relevant regulations. While maintaining structural stability and integrity is of utmost importance, the success of today’s construction project cannot be determined based on what […]

Legal update: jurisdiction matters

Edward Lamptey, from Irwin Mitchell, explains why adjudication enforcement can falter where contract formation is uncertain   The Technology and Construction Court (TCC) has once again underlined the importance of clear contract formation in adjudication. In High Tech Construction Limited v WLP Trading and Marketing Limited [2026] EWHC 152 (TCC), the Court refused to grant […] The post Legal update: jurisdiction matters appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Riser Shafts How to avoid Failure

This educational module looks at riser shafts and the importance of eliminating risk through design. It provides an overview of riser shafts and the challenges they pose. It looks at the worst shaft fire in living memory, to ask whether the construction industry is heeding the lessons learnt from this. It explores the areas the industry must focus on, to highlight the design considerations which must be adopted to ensure risk is eliminated at a project’s earliest stages.

The Importance of Takeoffs in Construction Planning