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Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 29, 2024
Louis area, Barnes-Jewish Health Systems (BJC) undertook a long-term, campus wide renewal project. Because of the ever-evolving expectations for new healthcare facilities to provide visitors and patients with optimal comfort, the plans for the new tower included unique yet challenging design elements.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. Whether you’re designing new spaces or upgrading old ones, knowing your options helps you invest wisely.
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Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 23, 2024
The 4,645-m2 (50,000-sf) Public Works Operations Building is the cornerstone of Salem, Ore. Photo courtesy Lewis Williams The 4,645-m 2 (50,000-sf) Public Works Operations Building is the cornerstone of Salem, Ore., Sustainability is at the forefront of material choices, with locally sourced Juniper used for the exterior wood siding.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 22, 2024
CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com : The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is pleased to welcome four new associate members to its ranks: Innovative Clean Energy LLC , the International Accreditation Service (IAS) , Robert Sage Careers, LLC, and SWD Urethane.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Mainmarks JOG computer-controlled, multipoint injection system is helping to re-level entire structures across several industries. Joe Glanville, General Manager of Mainmark in Australia, explains how the system works and why this approach is so innovative. This helps to minimise any new stresses on the building or asset.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 3, 2025
The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.
The Pro Builder
MARCH 8, 2024
A System that Takes Developers and Builders from Design to Completion qpurcell Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:41 When the team behind the design-build company Shibusa Systems researched the causes of the U.S. housing crisis, they determined that the escalating costs of land and materials weren’t the main issue. “We
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 2, 2023
But as it turns out, there may be bigger opportunities for the polystyrene foam to benefit our daily lives—and it comes in the form of building homes. Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP).
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 25, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – A research project progressing from the American Iron and Steel Institute’s (AISI) Small Project/Fellowship Program has received significant funding through the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance performance-based fire design for cold-formed steel (CFS) structures. Thomas Gernay, Ph.D.,
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 1, 2024
ACI Certificate Programs, delivered through ACI University, encourage concrete professionals to gain in-depth knowledge about particular topics in concrete materials, design, repair, or construction by following a defined online course of study. and learn more about designing and detailing with GFRP reinforcement.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
UF), a leading manufacturer of quality fiberglass pipe, conduit and bridge drain infrastructure systems based in Springfield, Ohio. UF’s high-performance fiberglass conduit products are produced by winding the material in exacting patterns, which results in stronger and lighter structures over steel.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 23, 2024
Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. MDLR Brands’ composite SIPs (structural insulated panels) weigh in at just over 1 pound per square foot.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.
The Pro Builder
MAY 29, 2024
This home will showcase the benefits of structural 3D construction including efficiency, low cost of ownership, and the ability to withstand natural and manmade disasters,” remarked Mike Miceli, CEO of Black Buffalo 3D. Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process. Why is ICC-ES certification important?
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
By 2050, nearly 50% of all emissions generated by new construction are expected to come from building materials like concrete. For example, by 2030, all structures 10,000 square feet or larger in California must reduce carbon in building materials by 20%, according to the U.S. Green Building Council.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year. By Chad Havens, P.E.,
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 25, 2024
Coming to the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) LAS VEGAS – Today, the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) announced the launch of its Stronger Standards, Exceptional Structures campaign, in preparation for the release of the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC). The newly added Section R506.2—Post-tensioned
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 27, 2023
Salas O’Brien is excited to announce that its Denver-based structural engineering team has been recognized by the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) with the first place Design Excellence Award in Non-Building Applications for the CFS design of the Park Union Bridge in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
This revolutionary construction method has been instrumental in transforming Australia’s infrastructure landscape, enabling the creation of robust, long-lasting structures across various sectors. Reinforced Earth has been designing and constructing civil infrastructure projects for 50 years.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 31, 2023
The 140-year-old steel truss structure connects West Newbury, Merrimac and Haverhill residents as well as several Southern New Hampshire towns, making it one of Massachusetts’ most heavily travelled bridges. The relative stiffness of our fiberglass material makes deflection the driving factor in deck sizing with FRP.
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 2, 2024
But customized designs, even with prefab components, can end up extending the schedule and increasing the budget. That’s one issue that a new partnership between a prefab panel company, B.PUBLIC Prefab , and a design firm, Hereabout Home , aims to solve. Its prefab panels don’t contain electrical or plumbing systems.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 1, 2023
In the latest edition, the nation scored a C- on the overall assessment, indicating that while overall these systems are in fair condition, they exhibit deficiencies and increasing vulnerabilities. As such, this material can be one of many “strategic investments” recommended to improve the nation’s infrastructure.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
P.Eng, Tamarack Grove Engineering Cody Jones , Bledsoe Tents The modern-day engineered fabric structure, known more universally as a tent, has applications far beyond weddings, social events, and as temporary expansion space. We can locate and access building materials quickly and quietly in the middle of the night during a remodel.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 4, 2024
The development’s design features outdoor terraces, shops, and cafes, continuously drawing in visitors to the area. The 525,000-square foot, 17-story building features two floors of restaurant and retail space and 15 stories of office space, occupied by Amazon’s Boston Tech Hub. MAXIMO is significantly faster than conventional panel.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 18, 2024
The solution Mr. Tardy referenced is a Distributed Antenna System, or DAS. Both large and small spaces can benefit from these supplementary, in-building networks. Related to coverage, if the closest cell tower is physically far away, or if particular building materials block the cellular signal, a DAS is required.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 30, 2023
Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. This article delves into the five most crucial ones, such as military shelter systems and remote research stations, to ensure structural integrity, functionality, and longevity.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
CHICAGO – Oregon State University has won the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institue’s (PCI) 2023 Engineering Design Competition, also known as the Big Beam Competition. Teams of students and a faculty advisor design, build, and test a 20-foot, precast, prestressed concrete beam.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 10, 2024
However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements. Renovations were carried out with the utmost respect for the original design and materials, ensuring that any changes blended seamlessly with the existing structure.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The University of Massachusetts Amherst’s School of Public Health & Health Services (SPHHS) building is being constructed. Image courtesy Leers Weinzapfel Associates The University of Massachusetts Amherst’s School of Public Health & Health Services (SPHHS) building is currently under construction.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 1, 2023
ICM) , was hired to do in the summer of 2019 for Reaction Engines , a privately-held technology company that’s developing thermal management systems and novel propulsion solutions for the defense and commercial high-speed flight sector, as well as for aviation, automotive, and energy sectors in the US and UK.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2023
No cutting (or recutting) of materials required, hence the notable lack of any construction din. Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. he was struck by an eerie silence.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 16, 2023
McLarand added that builders in the Bay Area experience some of the highest construction costs in the world, along with intense scrutiny from local jurisdictions regarding issues such as sustainable design, historic preservation, density, and public transit accessibility. Berkeley: one in architecture; and the other in structural engineering.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 23, 2023
In response, bridge owners and designers are seeking economical and time-saving ways to apply that funding to critical projects. professor of civil and architectural engineering at the University of Wyoming, via the WyoLearn Learning Management System. Dr. Barker has over 30 years of experience in steel bridge design and construction.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Centralized Timely Construction Cost Data is a “single source of truth” that is mandatory for improving cost visibility and management for any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project. Why 4BTs Data Structure Excels Eliminates Guesswork: Removes reliance on error prone location and economic adjustment factors.
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 22, 2023
By shaving just a foot off the depth of the three-story, side-by-side duplex destined for an infill lot in Pittsburgh, he enabled Structural Modular Innovations to build three boxes at a time on its factory floor instead of only two. And losing that 1 foot didn’t affect the livability or marketability of the homes at all.”
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. “In Pros, AIA, MBA, CPD Director of Design, DS Architecture, Cleveland.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 15, 2025
Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. From designing blueprints to managing on-site work, a construction company brings together skilled professionals, materials, and processes to create structures that last.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. Costs: As the scope is likely to evolve and change across the design and construction phases, EPCM projects can expect additional engineering costs as work progresses.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. Energy efficiency : Masonry materials offer excellent thermal mass, helping regulate indoor temperatures and lower heating/cooling costs.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Innovative building designed to collect, preserve and make all records available to the public Acclaimed national interdisciplinary design firm HGA is pleased to announce the completion of the Pennsylvania State Archives, located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. HGA partnered with Vitetta in the design of the new facility.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 16, 2023
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced today the successful completion of a series of seismic tests on the tallest building yet subjected to earthquake simulations. Seismic tests simulating both the 1994 magnitude 6.7
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