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SFPE Announces Program and Speakers for Upcoming Engineering Solutions Symposium for Fire Safety and Sustainable Building Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.

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WINT urges construction industry to tighten up water management processes amid UK JCoP regulation

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. The warranty provides reimbursement in the unlikely event of water damage in a WINT-protected site.

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Introducing Presto Geo P3: Expanding the Universe of Value Engineering Solutions

Civil + Structural Engineer

In consideration of these challenges, Presto Geosystems developed the Presto Geo P 3 Project Planning Portal , a free, web-based suite of geotechnical calculation tools designed to empower engineers and other project stakeholders in evaluating geosynthetic product solutions in accordance with their own project-specific timelines and needs.

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Rhino Doors nears completion on London Underground’s Bank Station project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Rhino Doors, the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-performance engineered doors, has nearly completed work on a complex £1 million-plus contract on the London Underground network. Working alongside leading engineering and construction contractor, Dragados S.A,

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It’s Possible™ for strong materials to build stronger reputations.

The Pro Builder

"When it comes to performance and durability, Hardie ® products prove to be superior to wood-based siding due to their long-lasting durability and strong resistance to fire, pests, water damage and rot. Their ability to withstand a variety of climates provides great protection, as well as excellent value to our customers," he explains.

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National Science Foundation Awards Research Funding to Advance Performance-Based Fire Design for Cold-Formed Steel Structures

Civil + Structural Engineer

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., Thomas Gernay, Ph.D.,

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Bowman Acquires MEP and Fire Protection Engineering Firm Moore Consulting Engineers

Civil + Structural Engineer

Moore provides comprehensive MEP/FP engineering services to private and public sector clients throughout the United States. Moore Consulting Engineers adds additional depth to our growing MEP and fire protection practices,” said Gary Bowman, chairman and CEO of Bowman. ” “I am happy to share that our next step will be to join Bowman.