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Expansion joint innovation on River Nene viaduct

The Construction Index

All of the joint steel components are hot dipped galvanised to 140 microns minimum thickness prior to assembly for very high corrosion protection. The ‘Quick-Ex’ removal system comprises a ‘second skin’ provided at interfaces with the receiving structure, with the modular joint bolted into this additional steel interface.

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World-Record ArcelorMittal Steel Column Erected at Detroit Hospital

ENR Construction

Photo courtesy of Barton Malow July 10, 2025 A project to build a 20-story hospital tower on the Henry Ford Health campus in Detroit has marked a worldwide first with placement of four W14x1000 steel columns installed at the bracing core at the base of the tower portion of the hospital.

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Open Space Institute, U.S. Military Academy Engineering Students Construct New Trail Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

Located within the viewshed of the historic Moodna Viaduct, Schunnemunk Meadows was permanently protected by OSI in 2015, and transferred to OPRHP in 2018 as an addition to Schunnemunk State Park, with OSI managing the land through 2028. The cadets finished the fabrication and erected the bridge by hand and did a great job.”

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Austin’s $1.6B eco-friendly convention center is in the works

Construction Specifier

million investment in a public art program will showcase works from 10 local artists, weaving Austins vibrant arts scene into the fabric of the project. The design will also incorporate salvaged materials, mass timber roof structures, and low-carbon concrete and steel to minimize the buildings embodied carbon footprint.

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Open Space Institute and West Point Cadets Unveil New Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

The steel arch bridge was built to support year-round, multi-use recreational access, including hiking, biking, running, and cross-country skiing. Bernauer’s support includes a donation of $13,000 worth of steel for the bridge, and mentorship. “Our work with the U.S.

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2024 Construction Trends: 30+ Experts Share Insight

Autodesk Construction Cloud

CAGR from 2023 to 2028. This would allow us to use wood in applications that we currently are only using steel or concrete for, as well as further develop hybrid systems. The focus is on retaining the existing building fabric and evaluating its potential for another century of use. Take urban centers like London, for example.