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Polygon Gears Up for the Design-Build Conference & Expo in Philadelphia!

With construction booming on a global scale, more engineers and architects look to cutting-edge building materials that are changing the look of tomorrow’s cities. The year 2017 has been filled with innovative solutions that tighten building envelopes, incorporate recycled materials, improve R- values (the ability of heat to transfer from hot to cold, through materials, such as insulation), use the power of nature, and reduce carbon footprints. The one thing that almost all these novel materials have in common: the need for construction drying solutions.

It takes more than construction materials and the right tools to build a healthy home. Forward-thinking contractors add construction moisture management into building plans to not just stay on schedule and within budget, but also prevent future problems that could compromise the quality of craftsmanship and homeowner health. Construction drying services allow to contractors to control the temperature, relative humidity levels and ventilation rates at their sites to keep materials dry, allow wet materials to dry and cure properly, and prevent corrosion and mold growth. As a result, the equipment keeps home builders working all year round while promoting pride and peace of mind in those who live in the properties constructed.

Concrete is the most widely used material on the planet. Its abundance, affordability and incredible strength form the foundation of the modern world—from buildings to bridges.

Historic homes are symbols of a community’s character and heritage. Their renovation and rehabilitation encourages energy efficiency while reducing the need for new construction and use of raw materials. The National Park Service states that property owners may modify or improve historic homes as long federal funds are not tied to the property and the changes do not go against state historic preservation office (SHPO) guidelines or local preservation laws. When renovating historic homes, it is common for contractors to expect the unexpected. Through careful planning and construction moisture management, contractors ensure their work does not introduce new hazards.