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raSmith Cold-Formed Steel Structural Engineering Projects Earn Design Excellence Awards; raSmith’s Pat Ford Receives John P. Matsen Distinguished Service Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is proud to announce that four of raSmith’s cold-formed steel engineering projects have garnered recognition, receiving Design Excellence Awards from the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI). BROOKFIELD, Wis.

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Seattle Aquarium Brings New Ocean Pavilion to Life with Trimble Construction Technology

Civil + Structural Engineer

The small footprint left little space for staging, and the geometry of the primary habitats meant that formwork coordination and prefabrication efforts would need to account for the numerous life support systems (LSS) and embedments prior to site delivery.

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Components of Space Frame System | Types of Space Frame | Advantages & Disadvantages of Space Frame Structure | Space Frame Structures Examples

CivilJungle

Space frame structure system is widely used worldwide because of the numerous advantages in covering the largest span areas. Space frame structure system is indeterminate structures. Components of S pace Frame System. Simple prefabricated units of space frame structure of standard size and shapes are available in the market.

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Exploring the Different Types of Shuttering in Construction and Their Uses

UK Construction Blog

As we dive into the various types of shuttering materials and techniques, prepare to be amazed by the innovative systems that enable complex and unique structures to come to life. Best practices for shuttering in construction include proper surveying, planning, formwork removal, quality control and inspections.

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Pile Cap Design | Pile Cap Construction | Piles Structure | Pile Cap Foundations | Square Piling Caps | Pile Cap Reinforcement

CivilJungle

Introduction of Pile Cap: The pile cap is a type of thick concrete mat-like structure which rests on the pile (timber or concrete) which gives a stable foundation to the whole system. The similar structure of the pile cap is a raft foundation, where there is also a concrete block -like structure is constructed. Pile anchorage.

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Automation in Construction | Advantages of Automation | Applications of Automation | Where Are Use Automation in Construction Sector

CivilJungle

Automation in Technology is mainly concerned with the application of innovative and computer-based systems to operate and control the overall method of production. Precast concrete and Modular system take center stage in the Construction Industry. Automation and Robotics in Prefabrication of Masonry and On-Site Masonry Construction.

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Overcoming Construction Challenges with Engineering Innovation

CCR Magazine

Innovations like the use of reflective materials, advanced cooling systems, and the strategic orientation of buildings to minimize sun exposure have been pivotal. Engineers have developed seismic-resistant designs in earthquake-prone areas that incorporate flexible foundations, base isolators, and energy-dissipating devices.