Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 12, 2023

The Steel Conference is the premier annual event for designers, fabricators, erectors, and construction professionals involved in the design and construction of steel buildings and bridges.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

(“DBM Global”) celebrates a monumental milestone of its subsidiaries Banker Steel Co. LLC (“Banker Steel”) and NYC Constructors LLC (“NYCC”) in erecting the last piece of major structural steel atop 270 Park Avenue in New York City today. million fabrication man hours and 1.2 million field hours.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Schedule Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Representing the emissions generated throughout the full life cycle of a material–including its sourcing, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and end-of-life phases–embodied carbon is a key factor to consider when trying to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.

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Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Structural Systems 147

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Steel is extensively used in various industries for its durability, strength, and versatility. In different industrial setups, steel fabrication is quite commonplace. In this method, raw steel is turned into steel structures by using different fabrication processes like cutting, welding, bending, and assembling.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In this biennial competition, the world’s most impressive structural construction projects that use Tekla solutions are judged in eight categories on criteria such as Use of BIM and Collaboration, Innovative Use of Tekla Software, Constructibility, Environmental Benefits and Cool Factor.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 201

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Steel Fabrication Building Codes 201

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

On top of providing products, ABFI Steel Group can also assist with project logistics and management. Images: ABFI Steel Group. ABFI Steel Group has been punching well above its weight for years, supplying steel pile casings and structural steel pipes nationwide, for major and minor projects.

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Steel Fabrication Project Management Change Management Schedule Management 89

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Fabric building companies offer several services to help ensure successful facility projects. By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. In some corners of the fabric structure industry, this type of situation still occurs.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2023

Kettelhut Professor of Civil Engineering , began work on the steel and concrete composite construction system, called SpeedCore, almost a decade ago with the technique’s creator, Ron Klemencic of the engineering firm Magnusson Klemencic Associates. It creates a heat sink, and it provides stiffness to the steel structure.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 130

Construction Specifier

MARCH 15, 2025

updated the Domino Square Park in Brooklyn with a new seasonal tensile structure for the parks public plaza space. a specialty contractor for custom tensile membrane structures, updated the Domino Square Park in Brooklyn with a new seasonal tensile structure for the parks public plaza space. Birdair Inc. Birdair Inc.,

Steel Fabrication 99

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Property Management Painting/finishing 99

Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

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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Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Building Materials 107

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2025

The right selections enhance structural integrity while adding value to the property. Understanding durable options helps you create structures that withstand time and environmental challenges. Thermally modified timber undergoes heat treatment that alters its cellular structure, increasing stability without chemicals.

Building Materials 52

Building Materials Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

BD+C

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Engineered as an alternative to traditional building core construction methods, such as cast-in-place concrete, precast concrete, and masonry, this patented, steel-and-concrete hybrid system can simplify and accelerate the construction of reinforced concrete stair and elevator core structures.

Steel Fabrication 83

Steel Fabrication Masonry Structural Systems Collaboration 83

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.,

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Building Materials Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. The facade’s stainless-steel material is both delicate and lightweight, mimicking the qualities of fabric.

Energy Efficiency 105

Energy Efficiency Steel Fabrication Flooring Systems Wall Systems 105

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

Wall Systems 104

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

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2024

The structural system, a legible “kit of parts,” connects the building’s interior and exterior, providing a dynamic environment for current and future generations of artists and designers. Positioned adjacent to the fabrication lab, it facilitates the transition of large pieces—from prototyping to presentation.

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Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Roofing Systems Building Design 111

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

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

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Paschen, Cattan had two stints with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), most recently as vice-president, responsible for certification. He also has a master of science degree in civil engineering (structural) from IIT. Cattan will replace Mike Kesselmayer, who will retire from the position at the end of 2023.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 104

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Steel Fabrication Quality Control Structural Systems 104

Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

The facade of Mayo West Tower in Phoenix, Arizona, for which the cold-formed steel (CFS) fabricator, Digital Building Components, has won an engineering honor. The structure of the building consists of concrete over metal deck with steel moment frames and prefinished exterior CFS non-load bearing wall panels.

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Steel Fabrication Engineering Wall Systems Building Design 95

PC Construction

AUGUST 22, 2024

All new structural steel has been completed to support the new 400kW rooftop solar system, which will be linked to the facility’s primary electrical system. The resulting fabrication center will offer new technologies such as 3D printing as well as traditional tools for woodwork, metal work and textiles.

Steel Fabrication 87

Steel Fabrication Foundation Systems Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems 87

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Not only is it required to meet tightening governmental standards, but the real estate market is becoming increasingly conscientious about wanting net-zero structures. Fabricated of precast insulated blocks, the blocks are locked in place at the construction site and filled with concrete. You may be wondering: will zinc bolts rust ?

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 26, 2024

New York, NY – Decades before OSHA or the implementation of stringent safety regulations, a daring group of workers perched over the bustling streets of Manhattan on a steel beam during the construction of the 66-story, 850-foot-tall Rockefeller Center. ”

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Steel Fabrication Electrical Systems Structural Systems 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These advancements allow manufacturers to create complex designs with precision while maintaining structural integrity. Quality control systems now include 3D scanning to verify dimensional accuracy and structural testing to confirm load-bearing capabilities before installation begins.

Staircases 52

Staircases Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Controls Manufacturing 52

Strong Tie

JULY 9, 2024

The onsite inst allation of heavy , large-scale mass timber components can represent 30 % – 50% of a mass timber structure ’ s cost. Simpson Strong-Tie’s HSKP (Heavy Seated Knife Plate Hanger) Our team leveraged decades of precision manufact uring to develop a 45 ° stamped and fully integrated screw guiding system.

Steel Fabrication 98

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Site Planning Building Design 98

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This has shifted the discussion from general safety to a building’s functionality, serviceability, and operation after an event and moved the attention from being on the structure to the building’s occupants. Nonstructural elements—Components of a building not designed to contribute to its structural resistance.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

BDC Network

JUNE 10, 2024

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.

Building Materials Manufacturing 111

Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Building Materials Building Controls 111

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The STRUX® calculator recommends correct dosage rates, for STRUX® 90/40 macro synthetic fibers , as a steel welded wire mesh (WWM) replacement in concrete installations. There's no risk from corrosion, and none of the risk or jobsite obstruction inherent with the use of welded wire or mild steel reinforcement. Engineered Slab Systems.

Heavy Lifting Transportation 78

Heavy Lifting Transportation Steel Fabrication Building Products Distribution Structural Systems 78

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This massive capital construction project was undertaken to provide high-capacity transit service between the Dulles corridor and Downtown Washington DC and expand the reach of the existing regional rail system. To meet the unique requirements of the project, GKD metal fabrics were used.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation Steel Fabrication HVAC Systems Material Storage 130

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

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

PAU’s streamlined model showcases its structural, mechanical, and operational building systems, featuring visually captivating geometries and exposed beams and columns. They are designed to accommodate different structural systems, ranging from 19.2 Inspired by the Chinese American architect, I.M.

Renewable Energy Systems 97

Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls Structural Systems 97

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

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By Dale Payne Photos ©Moris Moreno Photography/courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics Pandemic-level illness, a nationwide mental health crisis, and healthcare worker burnout are fueling a reimagined future for America’s healthcare infrastructure. Why metal fabric? percent annually this year and next.

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Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Fire Protection System Installation 59

Construction Marketing

MARCH 24, 2021

Welding is a kind of fabrication process that mainly uses high temperatures to melt different pieces of metal together, then allows them to cool and fuse. Instead, it literally joins the two metal structures into one. The torch creates heat in the arc which is used to weld most conventional metals such as: Steel. Copper alloys.

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Steel Fabrication Electrical Systems Construction Equipment Structural Systems 164

BDC Network

MARCH 11, 2024

Stephen Blumenbaum, PE, SE, Walter P Moore Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners AEC Tech BIM and Information Technology Building Tech Structural Materials Steel Buildings Today’s fast-paced world of design and construction is fractured.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Risk Management 59