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Announcing ISM’s 9th Lizzi Scholarship Winner

Civil + Structural Engineer

Flangan received her bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering and a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering from North Carolina State University. After receiving her master’s degree, she worked with several small- to medium-size firms in a range of positions including engineering, marketing and materials testing.

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Smart Construction Practices: Prioritizing Flood Risk Assessment For Project Success

UK Construction Blog

The post Smart Construction Practices: Prioritizing Flood Risk Assessment For Project Success appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Among the various factors that construction projects need to consider, one of the critical is the assessment of environmental risks.

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A Slippery Slope of Opportunity: Bulson Surveying Puts Remote Monitoring to the Test in Telluride

Civil + Structural Engineer

An assessment by geotechnical engineers indicated the slope instability was due to subsurface soil movement atop bedrock, a consequence of warming temperatures, melting snow and rain. The slope prism position variations were on the order of a quarter of an inch a day due to these environmental factors.

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HDR-Designed BRT Project Opens in Vancouver, Washington

Civil + Structural Engineer

30 grand opening event sponsored in part by HDR, the community celebrated the opening of its second BRT line. Our engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services bring an impressive breadth of knowledge to every project. Service began Oct.

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WSP USA’s ClimateVue Platform Earns SEAL Sustainable Product Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. This ultimately saves time, money and resources.

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Boost Home Safety: Benefits of Hurricane Impact Windows

CCR Magazine

In regions prone to such weather events, investing in hurricane impact windows is a proactive measure that can safeguard homes and enhance overall safety and security. Hurricanes and severe storms pose significant threats to homes and properties, often resulting in extensive damage and destruction.

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Making the Grade: Why Lightweight Aggregates may be the Key to Improved Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

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. One way to bolster the overall resilience of a roadway is to assess the stability and quality of soil beneath it.