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ADOT’s US 60 Pinto Creek Bridge replacement wins regional honor

Civil + Structural Engineer

Among other innovative approaches used: ADOT used a bid-alternative method for design, which allowed the contractor to determine economical and supportive foundation systems for each of the bridge’s three piers while taking into account the mountainous terrain.

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New BJC Health Tower Breaks Ground in St. Louis

Civil + Structural Engineer

Louis area, Barnes-Jewish Health Systems (BJC) undertook a long-term, campus wide renewal project. PERI USA was selected as the sole provider for formwork systems and shoring towers to accommodate the unique design requirements. PD5 shoring systems spanned up to 40 feet.

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Metal Buildings Institute Releases Retrofit Roofing Video

Civil + Structural Engineer

Thanks to the Ketenbrink Foundation and all of our sponsors for their support,” adds Wentworth. and Chief Buildings.

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Digital Transformation Journeys: The What, Why, and How

Civil + Structural Engineer

Digital solutions and integrated systems eliminate repetitive data entry. IMAGINiT recently worked with Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) to improve turnaround times for quotes and projects. IMAGINiT and ADS developed a set of web and desktop tools that automate the design process for creating drainage system layouts and models.

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Drive Profitability With a Construction-Specific ERP

For specialty contractors, using a construction software platform helps to lay the technological foundation required to support future growth and improved financial performance. The key benefits of using a construction-specific ERP are: Elimination of disparate systems. Greater agility. Increased efficiency and productivity.

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Trimble’s GNSS Technology Aiding Work of Identifying  and Clearing Landmines

Civil + Structural Engineer

— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) and the Trimble Foundation Fund have partnered with The HALO Trust, the world’s largest landmine-clearing non-profit organization, to help expand its demining operations across Ukraine. The Trimble Foundation Fund is aligned to the company’s commitment towards building a more sustainable future.

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A New Era of Bridge Construction Technology Lands in the U.S.

Civil + Structural Engineer

by constructing a modular bridge system, that is pre-engineered, with an internal self-supporting superstructure that includes the reinforcing steel and formwork. Since the prefabricated abutments are delivered complete with formwork and reinforcing steel, they were installed on the foundation and ready to be filled with concrete on day one.