Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

I remember a house actually coming off its foundation and floating across a creek and a shed lifting off the ground and drifting down a road with a man standing on its roof. Groins are structures that extend out perpendicular from the shore into the water and interrupt water flow and limits the movement of sand, to prevent beach erosion.

Risk Management 264

Risk Management Project Management Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 264

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

The digital twin produced hyper-accurate renderings that reflected data gleaned from a laser scan of the site after the foundation slabs were poured. The factory-built product was a complete structural package (called ONE Frame in Agorus’ nomenclature), including walls, floors, stairs, ceilings, and roofs.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The project team, led by STV as the overall task lead and subconsultant to Chen Ryan Associates (CRA), will design plans to replace the existing TPSS while minimizing impacts and delays to the system, maintaining the operational efficiency of MTS’s extensive 65-mile track network and keeping the system’s 300,000 weekday trips on schedule.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Climate change and increasing frequency of natural disasters present an ongoing challenge to the durability of our infrastructure. In the context of road and bridge embankments, protecting these structures can be of paramount significance to the safety and welfare of the public. 1V, with heights up to 45 feet.

Heavy Lifting Transportation 130

Heavy Lifting Transportation Structural Systems Foundation Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 9, 2024

CHICAGO —Magnusson Klemencic Associates (MKA) is pleased to announce The Structural Engineers Association of Illinois (SEAOI) selected Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York City as this year’s Juror’s Favorite/Most Innovative Structure. It opened in September 2023.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Ceiling Systems Building Design 100

BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

Compared to typical steel and concrete structures – which equate to 15% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions – mass timber has the potential to reduce embodied carbon by 40%. Columns, spaced 33 feet apart, are notched at the top to receive the girders, thereby transferring the floor loading to the foundation. Rendering courtesy SGA.

Flooring Systems 113

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Standards Building Codes 113

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 27, 2023

Leading marine construction contractor, Red7Marine, has recently completed the installation of three nearshore artificial nesting structures along the East Coast of England on behalf of Ørsted, the global leader in offshore wind. This nearshore artificial nesting structure project is the first of its kind.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Renewable Energy Systems Steel Fabrication Project Management 130

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

Revit OpEd

MARCH 27, 2014

Big Stuff Sketchy lines - yep, create sketchy alteration to views Family parameter order adjustments - reorder/control parameter position Schedules/material takeoffs - Access to Additional parameters and Grand Total customization Revision improvements - Delete Revisions and more sketching options View references - Reassign view reference to different (..)

Structural Systems 106

Structural Systems Schedule Management Building Codes Property Management 106

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 11, 2023

“Evolving complexity of end use, combined with increasing load demand, is forcing utilities to rethink their approach to system extension, capacity management, interconnectivity, and last-mile design. Every structure built requires coordinated orchestration of last-mile utility engineering and interconnection with multiple utility providers.

Engineering 130

Engineering Infrastructure Development Project Management Consulting Electrical Systems 130

BD+C

JUNE 28, 2018

At times, these systems must be extremely complex, for example, at less stable sites employing deep foundations with intense hydrostatic pressure. Why waterproof a structure? Below-grade waterproofing is an essential component of the entire building envelope.

Waterproofing Systems 69

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems 69

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 3, 2024

School of Engineering, an ASME Fellow, and a member of the ASME Foundation board of directors. In addition, the Foundation announced it has established the Dr. Oscar Barton, Jr., Mitchell, Jr., Sonya Smith, Ph.D., Sonya Smith, Ph.D., Naval Academy, where he served as chair of the mechanical engineering department.

Engineering 100

Engineering Foundation Systems Structural Systems Government Works 100

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The greater the amount of customization to the system and the more constrained the project schedule, the greater the value design-assist can offer in reducing risk. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

During this phase, clients will also get a construction cost estimate that is sufficient for presenting to an owner’s financial institution for securing a construction loan. We also gain all permit approvals, get materials ordered, and trade contractors scheduled for construction to commence at this time.

Schedule Management 127

Schedule Management Building Design Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits 127

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

A stec Industries observed its 50th anniversary last year, celebrating the foundation of the company by J. The Astec Whisper Jet Burner, patented V Flights, filtering system and mixing capability make this plant very energy efficient, enhancing its sustainability features even further,” Smale says.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Quality Control Building Design Structural Systems 105

Roads Online

JANUARY 17, 2024

These states have relatively strong foundations for demand this decade, with growing populations, mineral and renewable resources, relatively low debt and major events like the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane stimulating further opportunities,” Lawrence said. billion in FY24, and grow to $12 billion in FY26.

Renewable Energy Systems 104

Renewable Energy Systems Construction Equipment Energy Efficiency Building Products Distribution 104

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 7, 2024

Carbon Locked Precast Concrete achieves this by incorporating recycled industrial by-products, such as fly ash and slag, into concrete production, along with harnessing the Carbon Cure injection system, a groundbreaking technology that injects carbon directly into the concrete mix.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Energy Conservation Curing Building Materials Manufacturing 130

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Tank base corrosion presents a significant challenge for above-ground storage tanks, threatening structural integrity, risking environmental contamination, and incurring costly repairs or replacements. Key Features of the Viscotaq Tank Base Protection System 1. Recognizing the critical need for robust protection, Denso, Inc.,

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This technique is particularly useful for homeowners looking to lower their basement floors while maintaining the integrity of their existing foundation. However, like any home improvement project, basement lowering can present challenges. This ledge supports the new foundation layer while the floor is lowered.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems HVAC System Installation Flooring Systems Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

A Geometric and Logistical Challenge The unique build presented several challenges. 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.

Concrete Pouring 100

Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Surveying Site Planning 100

Construction Dive

MARCH 14, 2008

Programmers have long recognized that separating code logic from presentation is good. The Perl community has produced many fine systems for doing just this. While there are many systems, they largely fall within two execution models, pipeline and callback (as noted by Perrin Harkins in Choosing a Templating System ).

Building Codes 120

Building Codes Structural Systems Building Design Foundation Systems 120

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

With her educational background and personal focus on structural engineering, she accepted a position with RJN Group Inc., a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Sometimes this concrete frame is also called as a skeleton of this entire structure. In this structure, the vertical members, i.e. columns, carry the entire load of the building , so it’s the most important part of this type of construction. Precast concrete frame structures are used in one storey building. Foundation.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Foundation Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems 52

PN - Project Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Through automating routine inspections, drones streamline tasks that would otherwise require human intervention, such as surveying large plots of land or tracking the progress of structures. Data Accuracy and Precision: Enhancing Project Quality Control Precision is critical to ensuring the quality and integrity of structures in construction.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Control Project Management Land Use Regulations 97

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Ever wondered how concrete structures maintain their shape and strength during construction? 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.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Wall Systems Concrete Pouring 52

BDC Network

MAY 19, 2023

APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing Shear walls are walls specifically designed to resist lateral loads, transferring the load from the wall above to the wall below and, ultimately, out through the foundation. Constructability All shear walls utilize wood structural panels, and segments are fully sheathed.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Building Design Structural Systems Building Codes 98

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Prior to the rise of reinforced concrete, materials used to construct floor slabs included brick, terra cotta, and a group of materials and methods known as alternative concrete systems. Knowing how to recognize and approach these systems can be invaluable if one is encountered. History and background: Cities under threat.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Materials Roofing Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 23, 2023

The modular construction system has been gaining acceptance as it presents a viable solution to address these challenges by optimizing labor resources, reducing on-site construction time and improving project predictability. In May of 2023, they completed their tenth modular house for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County.

Modular Construction 78

Modular Construction Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 78

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Avoiding damage makes the material reusable and improves human safety and structure durability in products across several industrial sectors. There is an unmet need for a material structure that has a more stable configuration.” Pablo Zavattieri , the Jerry M. and Lynda T. Air Force.

Building Materials Manufacturing 100

Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Building Materials Structural Systems 100

CivilJungle

JULY 12, 2022

In today’s world, there are lack of free space to build a house or any type of structure because all the accessible free places are almost covered up. The weight of concrete is too heavy that’s why to reduce the weight of the whole structure engineers includes wooden particle or plywood particle for constructing the whole structure.

Architecture 52

Architecture Foundation Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

The components of green construction include: Focus on energy efficiency, with green building methods using less energy during construction – resulting in energy-efficient structures. Waste reduction – with sound planning and onsite waste reduction directives, it’s possible to generate almost no waste when building a new structure.

Environmental Impact Assessment 84

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 84

Plant & Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The virtual sessions are structured to encourage participants to begin thinking and acting differently about how they lead and manage safety. HOP manages the probability of having an incident and helps clients build systems that allow people to stay safe, even when they make a mistake.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Building Resilience Structural Systems Change Management 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. The topics to be addressed in this article, when it comes to overcladding masonary facades and foundations, as well as roof assemblies, include the following: Placement and attachment of insulation and air barrier within the assembly.

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Energy Conservation 52

Wrench

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Data Dependency and Quality Issues AI systems depend on data for building up their learning, adaptation, and decision-making processes, with the final results depending directly on the caliber of that data. For AI systems to function optimally, they must have ongoing access to sufficient volumes of high-quality, precise, and pertinent data.

Project Management 52

Project Management Change Management Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

Traditional building methods can lead to structural instability as the permafrost melts due to the heat generated by buildings. Innovations like the use of reflective materials, advanced cooling systems, and the strategic orientation of buildings to minimize sun exposure have been pivotal.

Engineering 52

Engineering Structural Systems Modular Construction Building Materials 52

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Also, Read: What Is Pier and Beam Foundation | Advantages & Disadvantage of Pier and Beam Foundations | Pier and Beam Foundation Design | How to Build a Post and Pier Foundation. Following are some aspects which act on the Design Period of the structure: Availability of Funds. Life of the structure.

Piping Installation 52

Piping Installation Foundation Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems 52