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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. As more and more climate disasters happen, water utilities are at the frontlines of addressing these challenges. They are riskier than typical desk jobs.

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Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

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. percent, are structurally deficient.

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Building Safety Month: Strengthening Structures, Empowering Communities

Strong Tie

Simpson Strong-Tie’s mission statement is “We provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.” But safe structures require a team, from the building owner, building designer, builder, building regulator, building product manufacturer, and even the building occupants.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Climate Change Impacts

CCR Magazine

Structural upgrades and maintenance can strengthen your property against climate risks. Strategies include strengthening roofing and windows to handle strong winds, improving drainage systems to prevent flooding, and using fire-resistant materials in wildfire-prone regions. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Hurricane Season: A Guide

CCR Magazine

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, pose significant financial risks to businesses, including property damage, lost inventory and prolonged closures that can threaten their survival. Studies have found that a quarter of small businesses do not recover after closing due to these events, highlighting the crucial importance of preparedness.

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New 2024 Hurricane Protection Florida Laws

West Shore Construction

This bill removes many of the obstacles homeowners previously faced when attempting to install hurricane protection systems, such as shutters, motorized screens, and impact-resistant windows. Before this law, many HOAs wielded significant power over homeowners’ decisions regarding the installation of hurricane protection systems.

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Ensuring the Safety of Your Commercial Building: Physical Security Measures

CCR Magazine

Access Control Systems Applying access control systems is a fundamental step in managing who enters and exits your building. Keycard and Fob Systems : These systems restrict access to authorized personnel only. Automated gates with access control systems can enhance security.