CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

For commercial property owners, this time of year prompts a critical reassessment of their buildings’ readiness to withstand the unpredictable forces of nature. In the aftermath of such storms, the importance of resilience becomes strikingly clear. Why Invest in Resilience?

Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Preparedness Building Resilience Roofing Systems Property Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. They were designed for an older climate that probably doesn’t exist anymore.” They are riskier than typical desk jobs.

Roofing Systems 276

Roofing Systems Disaster Preparedness Flooring Systems Waterproofing Systems 276

Strong Tie

JUNE 27, 2024

As part of the Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure (NHERI) Converging Design project , Simpson Strong-Tie collaborated with several universities to perform a series of outdoor shake table tests on a six-story hybrid structural steel and mass timber structure at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Building Resilience Structural Systems Building Design 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Holly Schaubert As the world faces increasingly frequent and intense natural disasters, ensuring the nation’s infrastructure is built to last has never been more important. Natural disasters often occur concurrently or in rapid succession, making a multi-hazard approach essential. Approximately 1.5

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Disaster Preparedness Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Strong Tie

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie focuses on four key areas to give back: Home Building & Repair, Disaster Relief, Disaster Preparedness & Resilience, and Construction Trades Education. We are regular contributors to American Red Cross to aid relief efforts for those stricken by disasters throughout the world.

Disaster Preparedness 59

Disaster Preparedness Building Resilience Building Design Facility Management 59

West Shore Construction

MAY 2, 2024

Hurricanes are powerful natural disasters that can cause significant damage to homes and properties, especially in coastal regions. This compromises the overall structural integrity of the building. Meeting Building Codes: Many coastal areas have building codes and regulations.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations Disaster Preparedness Building Codes 52

Strong Tie

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

It’s part of a building process known as “ continuous load path,” which connects the foundation to the framing to the roof. It’s a voluntary construction standard designed to strengthen structures against severe weather such as high winds, hail hurricanes and tornados. It’s especially worth considering for homes built before 1995.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Standards Insurance Management Building Resilience 52