The paper considers the choice of the optimal technology for the construction of tongue-and-groove fencing based on the hierarchy analysis method. Decision-making in construction practice requires consideration of many factors, including internal (cost, reliability, speed of work) and external local conditions (risk of interruptions in the supply of materials, the influence of weather conditions, work in cramped conditions). The hierarchy analysis method makes it possible to formalize the decision-making process by structuring the task in the form of a hierarchy and comparing alternatives in pairs. In the course of the study, a comparative analysis of the technologies of hammering, vibration immersion and static indentation of sheet piles was carried out. Priority vectors for each criterion were calculated, and the consistency of the matrices was checked. The final choice of technology is justified based on the integration of internal and external factors. The results obtained allow us to recommend the optimal technology that takes into account the technical and organizational features of the construction process.

Keywords: tongue-and-groove fencing, technology selection, hierarchy analysis method , selection criteria, construction technologies, pairwise comparison, priority vectors

The paving slab market analysis and development prospects for the Rostov Region are given in this article. The market prospects are considered from the point of view of paving slab manufacturers on their participation in government programs of a modern urban environment formation and improvement. The main changes in the product specifications requirements are considered taking into account the enactment of GOST 17608-2017 instead of GOST 17608-91. We analysed the pricing policy of large manufacturers of paving slabs operating in the Rostov Region. Then we also considered the prospects of paving slab sales for municipal projects and in the private segment. We also reviewed the government programs for creation of a comfortable urban environment and their financing in the Rostov Region, as well as cooperation prospects between the municipal government and business in terms of concession agreements. Finally, we defined the main consumer categories for the paving slabs and the consumption structure of the paving slabs market.

Keywords: paving flag, paving slabs, improvement, modern urban environment, the formation of a modern urban environment, paving

At the present stage, energy-efficient construction is one of the important issues included in the legislation in most countries. One of the promising ways of lowering thermal energy demand for heating is to reduce heat losses with air exchange in buildings, which accounts for over 60% of heat loss.
Civilizational development of the society is only possible with the decrease in specific energy consumption and economical use of heat. The article discusses the main methods to improve energy performance of buildings under construction and operation. It also addressed issues of investment in energy efficiency projects. The article substantiates the effectiveness of the combined extract and input ventilation with heat recovery of vented emissions in Rostov- on-Don.  

Keywords: energy conservation, improvement of the energy efficiency, efficiency assessment, investment, energy-saving measures.