Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

In the context of road and bridge embankments, protecting these structures can be of paramount significance to the safety and welfare of the public. Any vulnerability or weakness in these components can lead to structural failure with a potentially disastrous outcome. 1V, with heights up to 45 feet.

Heavy Lifting Transportation 130

Heavy Lifting Transportation Structural Systems Foundation Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In an effort to meet the requirements of an EPA-issued Consent Decree, DWM has contracted a multidisciplinary team to design and construct solutions that help control surface water, detain stormwater flows to the combined sewer system, and provide temporary underground storage to protect public health and property.

Project Management 100

Project Management Structural Systems Property Management Public Works 100

Construction Specifier

APRIL 10, 2024

A 1,371 m (4,500 ft) steel truss bridge designed to move integral transit system elements aboveground is the central design aspect of the Coney Island Yard Complex. Components of the completed project include a flood mitigation system designed to manage future damage sustained to the complex from fluctuating weather patterns.

Electrical Systems 105

Electrical Systems Structural Systems Change Management Construction Equipment 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

The milestone was commemorated with an event on July 13 th attended by officials from the Port of Beaumont, McCarthy employees, and trade partners. McCarthy’s project scope includes demolition of a collapsed dock structure and construction of a new state-of-the-art general cargo dock with a roll on/roll off terminal.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Foundation Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. Most manufacturers offered fabric structures with predetermined dimensions, and building users essentially chose the standard size offering from the menu that came the closest to fitting their needs.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 19, 2023

The structure re-establishes a critical thoroughfare between L.A.’s Each arch is supported by an innovative seismic isolation system designed to withstand a 1,000-year seismic event. Hosted by noted comedian Ross Shafer, Tuesday night’s EEA Gala honored 179 outstanding engineering achievements from the U.S. and worldwide.

Engineering 246

Engineering Structural Systems Ramps Project Management 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

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. However, soil stabilization and improving the structural performance of MSE walls are not mutually exclusive.

Wall Systems 246

Wall Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Building Resilience 246

Construction Specifier

JUNE 10, 2024

Work will continue on offices in the tower, as well as additional restaurants and retail spaces, public art displays, and community and event spaces.

Ceiling Systems 59

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Public Works 59

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 To address structural challenges, a seismic system with flexible joints was developed in collaboration with Heintges, ensuring the building’s resilience. m (14 ft) wide, and 1.83 Caulkins Inc.,

Flooring Systems 103

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems Roofing Systems 103

CCR Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

But with all of the disaster, the bridge’s netting system remains stable, a sign of creative engineering. Designing a bridge netting system to withstand extreme conditions involves careful analyses, simulations, and material selection. What are the Factors to Consider When Designing Bridge Netting Systems?

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Material Handling Foundation Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This update also adds support for Syscom Instruments acceleration sensors for event-based monitoring of ground motion, as well as updating authentication methods for improved security. This streamlines the deployment of monitoring systems and provides automated analytics to meet the requirements of several countries.

Surveying 130

Surveying Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The flooding has worsened due to an increase in tidal storm events, restricted channel flow of the small creeks, and increased urbanization and coastal erosion. Sandy’s storm surge flooded ninety percent of the Borough and as a result, sixty structures were destroyed and 629 were substantially damaged, leaving behind 4,500 tons of debris.

Risk Management 264

Risk Management Project Management Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Additions are commonly made to the side of a building, which simplifies the structure and creates one plane where the new interfaces with the existing. A significant number of MEP systems, some active and some abandoned, needed to be demolished and moved out of the footprint of the tower just under the second floor roof.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

They design, implement, and manage systems that control water levels and prevent floods. By understanding these variables, flood engineers can create systems that effectively manage water levels and reduce flood risk. This includes levees, floodwalls, drainage systems, and reservoirs.

Engineering 52

Engineering Risk Management Infrastructure Development Flooring Systems 52

Granger Construction

MAY 23, 2024

Not only did the event celebrate placement of the last steel beam in the building frame, but it also marked significant progress on a challenging build. Undercutting 5’ under all footings and walls in 1/2 of the building to provide adequate bearing pressure for the addition’s structural design requirements.

Foundation Systems 98

Foundation Systems Structural Systems Facility Management Change Management 98

Maltaward

JANUARY 4, 2024

Concrete barrier systems are often used in all sorts of ways, providing a safe, secure and stable means of creating an immovable barrier. Whether it be for farming, flood prevention, traffic management or building works, the versatility of concrete barriers makes them a great choice for a number of events and purposes.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Structural Systems Building Design Lifts 98

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

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 30, 2024

Unfortunately, the old structure proved unsalvageable and too small for the envisioned events. x 8 ft)—along the south gallery wall that opens to provide a strong connection to the park and serves as a cafe window during events.

Roofing Systems 110

Roofing Systems Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Painting/finishing 110

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. The system provides a permanent means of fall protection under access doors and exceeds OSHA fall protection requirements. Virginia is seeing sea level rise.

Roofing Systems 276

Roofing Systems Disaster Preparedness Flooring Systems Waterproofing Systems 276

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 18, 2024

The solution Mr. Tardy referenced is a Distributed Antenna System, or DAS. The design required multiple structural mounts to support the antennas throughout the stadium while considering the existing architectural aesthetics. These are issues that we have encountered, solved, and currently have solutions to address.”

Geotechnical Engineering 264

Geotechnical Engineering HVAC System Installation Environmental Consulting Building Design 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

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. Brian serves as Chairman of the Building Systems Council, NAHB. Sielaff , P.E., Sielaff, P.E.,

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

Building Code Compliance 98

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Insurance Management Property Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

With a multidisciplinary team dedicated entirely to the development and implementation of BIM, Comsa set out to model the existing site and structure and, based on that model, generate an integrated project model for the bridge extension and accesses. Amy Heffner is a director of product marketing at Bentley Systems.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Structural Systems Collaboration Project Management 130

Strong Tie

APRIL 11, 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie has added yet another design innovation to a growing suite of products and solutions for structural steel construction. The YLBC connects brace frames in structural steel buildings. The post New Yield-Link® Brace Connection Adds Resiliency to Structural Steel appeared first on Building Strong.

Steel Fabrication 98

Steel Fabrication Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Structural Systems 98

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

By prioritizing this assessment, project managers can make informed decisions on location, design, and construction materials, ensuring that the structure is safe and sustainable in the face of potential water-related challenges. This may involve elevating structures, using flood-resistant materials, or creating damage systems.

Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Building Resilience Structural Systems 62

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

27 important questions about façade leakage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 10:31 Cladding and Facade Systems Walter P Moore’s Darek Brandt discusses the key questions building owners and property managers should be asking to determine the health of their building's façade. What type of roof system is on your structure?

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems Waterproofing Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The Mississippi building, serving as Waechter Architecture’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, features the use of mass timber in almost every aspect of the structure.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Electrical Systems 98

Digital Construction Works

OCTOBER 14, 2022

As you load up your mini-van with the kids and the dog on your way back from a sporting event or family visit this fall, keep these sobering statistics in mind: 1 out of 3 U.S. Today, I will focus on Structural Health Monitoring (SHM). External events (earthquakes, floods, acts of war) or poor maintenance will shorten this lifespan.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Foundation Systems Maintenance 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

The buildings and transportation categories are judged on aesthetic, structural, and use versatility; site, energy and operational efficiency, and risk reduction; and resiliency, such as structure durability, multi-hazard protection, and life safety and health. Several projects are also honored with special awards.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 100

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Building Design Building Resilience 100

Strong Tie

MARCH 12, 2024

Our Yield-Link® moment connection and Yield-Link brace connection underwent testing as potential alternatives to post-tensioned rocking wall systems, aiming to decrease the potential for residual drift. Learn more about this project and our live testing event. The structure endured the testing and remains standing.

Building Resilience 72

Building Resilience Building Design Building Optimization Structural Systems 72

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The post Choosing The Right Scaffolding System For Your Project Needs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One critical decision that should never be taken lightly is selecting the perfect scaffolding system for your project needs. Statistical reports reported 67 cases of falls from scaffolding in 2022.

Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Maintenance Modular Construction 62

Construction Specifier

APRIL 20, 2023

Photo courtesy KTA Structural Engineers Ltd./Teeple Crucial data is unintentionally missed, and this can significantly affect the structural design of roof systems. Impact of decisions made by the project team which affect structural engineering outcomes. Teeple Architects Ltd./Kaisian Kaisian Architecture. and Canada.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Standards 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

These complimentary learning sessions will feature SGH experts holding carbon-related discussions from varying angles, including overall sustainability concerns, building enclosure system design, structural material considerations, and fireproofing approaches. All sessions will be held on Tuesday afternoons at 12:00 p.m.,

Building Materials 130

Building Materials Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) the Norfolk Resilience Partners will support the City’s implementation of the CSRM program, which includes comprehensive flood risk reduction solutions to increase resiliency for major storm events impacting the City.

Project Management 130

Project Management Risk Management Building Resilience Change Management 130

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Led by EskewDumezRipple (EDR), the project includes the renovation of the existing 3,019 m 2 (32,500 sf) structure, with an additional 3,901-m 2 (42,000-sf) wing, doubling the museum’s space and providing improved visitor experiences for its growing collection. The team drew inspiration from the surrounding regional landscape.

Renewable Energy Systems 105

Renewable Energy Systems Landscaping Structural Systems Building Resilience 105

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The structural concept of (W)rapper, built in a former industrial and manufacturing zone in Central Los Angeles and Culver City, originated in 1998 and was initially showcased by the project’s architect, Eric Owen Moss Architects (EOMA) in an exhibition at the Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio. High-performance mechanical systems.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Energy Conservation 90