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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency. Engineering Precision and Efficiency The DfMA approach is reshaping the engineering of mass timber projects by optimizing design and construction processes.

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Haskell’s $5 Million Plan to Expand Jacksonville’s Steel Fabrication

Construction Today

Jacksonville-based Haskell, a leader in engineering, construction, and design, has invested $5 million to expand its steel fabrication capabilities. This project, a 20,460-square-foot addition, will support both internal production and external client needs.

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE STEEL BOX: How the Tent Industry Is Currently Solving 

Civil + Structural Engineer

On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., 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. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J.

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Steel Fabrication: Uses Beyond the Construction Sector

CCR Magazine

Steel is extensively used in various industries for its durability, strength, and versatility. In different industrial setups, steel fabrication is quite commonplace. In this method, raw steel is turned into steel structures by using different fabrication processes like cutting, welding, bending, and assembling.

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Playing with Fabric

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

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Open Space Institute, U.S. Military Academy Engineering Students Construct New Trail Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

This project marks the sixth year that OSI has worked with the USMA cadets to design and construct a trail bridge at a New York State Park. This year, the cadets designed and constructed a 26-foot-long steel cantilevered suspension bridge inspired by the striking Moodna Viaduct and the adjacent Schunnemunk Mountain.

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Tensile structure revamps historic sugar refinery site

Construction Specifier

The PVC mesh fabric structure marks a significant milestone in the ongoing redevelopment of the historic Domino Sugar Refinery site. The structure includes steel columns painted in a turquoise-like blue, a stainless-steel cable net system, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) mesh fabric, and clamping hardware. Birdair Inc.,