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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. Once complete, the structure is a fully integral bridge with no joints, bearings or tie-downs. It arrives on-site without the heavy concrete so that its cast-in-place.

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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

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.

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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings

Construction Marketing

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. Read on to learn about the advantages of fabric buildings.

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5 hidden benefits of mass timber design

BDC Network

The term refers to the use of advanced techniques to combine wood products in various layer formats to create structures that are strong and versatile. Mass timber serves as a low-carbon alternative to steel and concrete, with cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam being popular examples of contemporary mass timber products.

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RED7MARINE COMPLETES THE UK’S FIRST INSTALLATION OF NEARSHORE ARTIFICAL NESTING STRUCTURES FOR THE OFFSHORE WIND INDUSTRY

Civil + Structural Engineer

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.

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

At the turn of the century, the company pioneered the use of steel-reinforced concrete to create safer, stronger, and more efficient buildings. Turner Construction Company’s self-perform concrete team brought this complex project to life with a powerhouse of trade partners, technology, and innovative digital fabrication techniques.