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Installing temporary construction walls may not be the most exciting part of an occupied renovation, but it plays a crucial role in project success. Small decisions—like managing construction dust, noise, and debris—often determine how smoothly the work proceeds. When the job demands flexibility or special accommodations, temporary walls can be a game-changer. Let’s explore how… Read more »

When FireblockWall™ launched in 2021, it offered a groundbreaking reusable, one-hour fire-rated temporary wall system. As the first of its kind, it redefined temporary construction walls for the industry.

Drywall dominates the construction industry due to its practical applications in commercial renovations and remodeling. Project Managers often budget for drywall to section off areas on job sites, allowing businesses to continue operations. However, these budgets frequently overlook the expense of disposing of drywall debris after the project ends.

In healthcare construction, ensuring that temporary construction walls meet the latest ICRA 2.0 standards is critical to project success. Without proper compliance, you risk compromising safety, timelines, and budgets. This post dives into three key takeaways to ensure your temporary walls align with the latest guidelines.

When hospitals undergo renovation projects, patient, visitor, and staff safety is crucial. Infection Preventionists, Facilities Managers, and Project Managers face a significant challenge: selecting dust barriers that exceed ICRA Class IV requirements, blend seamlessly into the environment, and minimize disruptions.

Infection control is an ongoing concern for healthcare facilities. In the U.S., the risk of healthcare-associated infection (HAI) during a hospital stay is about one in 31. On average, 10% of affected patients do not survive.

Maintaining cleanliness on a construction site is crucial, especially during renovations in sensitive environments like hospitals or data centers. The presence of dust and debris not only poses significant health and environmental risks but also fails to comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards, which mandate the removal of excessive, easily dispersible dust.

In the commercial construction industry, safety, quality, and efficiency are non-negotiable. This is where Intertek, a global leader in Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) services, plays a vital role. With its expertise in various industries, including commercial construction and healthcare, Intertek certification of out temporary wall systems helps ensure projects meet the highest standards.

Our temporary construction wall systems–RealWall™, LiteBarrier™, FireblockWall™, and StackBarrier™–are recognized as game-changing solutions that save contractors time, money, and hassle while eliminating the disruption of renovation for clients.

Contractors face growing challenges with rising material costs and labor shortages. Between December 2020 and June 2022, contractor cost increases surged by as much as 24%, outpacing bid price adjustments.