Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 16, 2023

Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced today the successful completion of a series of seismic tests on the tallest building yet subjected to earthquake simulations. Seismic tests simulating both the 1994 magnitude 6.7

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems 130

BD+C

MAY 13, 2014

Leaders of America’s design and construction industry – along with building owners and operators - for the first time have agreed to promote resilience in contemporary planning, building materials, design, construction and operational techniques as the solution to making the nation’s aging infrastructure more safe and secure.

Building Resilience 78

Building Resilience Building Materials Safety Regulations Health Regulations 78

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

McCarthy Building Companies has achieved a major milestone on the Port of Beaumont’s Main Street Terminal 1 project – driving the last concrete pile after a year-long process. The milestone was commemorated with an event on July 13 th attended by officials from the Port of Beaumont, McCarthy employees, and trade partners.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Foundation Systems Structural Systems 130

Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. While data centers are currently being constructed at a fast pace, they are not a new building type.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The secure flow of data is necessary to solve global infrastructure challenges, including the expansion of energy grids, modernization of transportation systems, and retrofitting of existing assets to meet sustainable development goals. Cesium is the creator of the 3D Tiles open standard also used by Google.

Engineering 203

Engineering Infrastructure Development Foundation Systems Building Resilience 203

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

SD Hollow concrete block masonry was first used as a building material around 1870, when wooden molds were developed to produce concrete block units from a relatively dry mixture of sand, cement, and water. In current construction, concrete masonry units (CMUs) are used as both structural and architectural building materials.

Masonry 116

Masonry Building Resilience Fire Protection Systems Building Materials 116

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods. What Is Sustainable Construction?

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Marketing

MAY 20, 2025

The construction industry isn’t facing a temporary labor shortageit’s working through a structural reset. And without a system to attract, retain, and empower it, even the best-laid project plan won’t survive contact with the field. Because talent is your #1 resource. It’s a strategic one.

Construction Management 90

Construction Management Schedule Management Building Code Compliance Foundation Systems 90

Strong Tie

MARCH 12, 2024

Simpson Strong-Tie is participating in NHERI Converging Design , the third phase of testing a six-story mass timber building on the NHERI UCSD shake table. This project follows up on the testing of a ten-story mass timber building with the NHERI TallWood project. Learn more about this project and our live testing event.

Building Resilience 72

Building Resilience Building Design Structural Systems Building Optimization 72

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

announces the City of Norfolk has selected Norfolk Resilience Partners, a joint venture among AECOM, Moffatt & Nichol, and Volkert, to provide program and project management services in support of its $2.6B Norfolk, Virginia — Volkert, Inc. Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) Program. In collaboration with the U.S.

Project Management 130

Project Management Risk Management Building Resilience Change Management 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2025

Stormwater management systems are designed to channel water away from homes and businesses when heavy rain falls. From localized flooding to property damage, the impact of blocked outdoor drains on these systems is significant. When water is not effectively channeled away, it erodes the ground and destabilizes structures.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Health Regulations Risk Management Foundation Systems 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

By Alan Scott, FAIA, LEED Fellow, LEED AP BD+C, O+M, WELL AP, CEM Photos courtesy Intertek The priorities guiding todays construction industry extend beyond traditional structural integrity and visual appeal. It supports LEED strategies for site development, thermal comfort, and long-term building performance.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

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. With pre-designed, bolted connections, it simplifies design work and is easy to incorporate into new builds or retrofits.

Steel Fabrication 98

Steel Fabrication Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Structural Systems 98

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

All three standards are updated periodically to align with building codes and design standards. All FORTIFIED roof decks will now have the tighter nailing pattern, and all roof-mounted vents will have to meet testing standards showing they prevent wind-driven rain from entering a building.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Standards Building Codes 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 To address structural challenges, a seismic system with flexible joints was developed in collaboration with Heintges, ensuring the building’s resilience. m (14 ft) wide, and 1.83

Flooring Systems 103

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems Environmental Consulting 103

Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2025

AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. to the heavy snow loads and harsh winters of the northern U.S. and Canada.

Modular Construction 52

Modular Construction Fire Protection System Installation Sustainability Fire Protection Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Then a single bridge carrying two-way traffic, the structure was expanded in 1958 when a second twin bridge was built directly adjacent to the original structure. With the twin bridge structure, each bridge was opened to one-way traffic–northbound traffic being run over the 1917 structure and southbound over the 1958 structure.

Structural Systems 147

Structural Systems Infrastructure Development Lifts Zoning 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By Kristin Dispenza, Advancing Organizational Excellence Cement has historically been so far upstream in a building’s supply chain that designers, engineers, and building owners ignored the details of its production. But changes in the industry are leading designers to take a cradle-to-cradle perspective. It’s a more holistic approach.”

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In an effort to meet the requirements of an EPA-issued Consent Decree, DWM has contracted a multidisciplinary team to design and construct solutions that help control surface water, detain stormwater flows to the combined sewer system, and provide temporary underground storage to protect public health and property.

Project Management 100

Project Management Structural Systems Property Management Public Works 100

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Led by EskewDumezRipple (EDR), the project includes the renovation of the existing 3,019 m 2 (32,500 sf) structure, with an additional 3,901-m 2 (42,000-sf) wing, doubling the museum’s space and providing improved visitor experiences for its growing collection. The team drew inspiration from the surrounding regional landscape.

Renewable Energy Systems 105

Renewable Energy Systems Landscaping Structural Systems Building Resilience 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Therefore, it’s imperative to fortify infrastructure and enhance port resilience for the future of safe freight movement. The team is also installing high mast lighting, stormwater collection systems, and other ancillary structures and systems. billion investment, aims to build a state-of-the-art container terminal.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 4, 2023

Today at RAPID+TCT, North America’s largest additive manufacturing event, HP Inc. Companies large and small, in markets around the world, are turning to 3D printing for faster, more flexible, more personalized, and more resilient and sustainable production,” said Didier Deltort, president of Personalization & 3D Printing, HP Inc.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Controls Manufacturing Building Materials 130

BDC Network

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

5 things developers should know about mass timber 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:36 Mass Timber Gensler's Erik Barth, architect and regional design resilience leader, shares considerations for developers when looking at mass timber solutions. To mitigate the worst effects of climate change, we must make buildings less carbon intensive.

Building Materials Manufacturing 111

Building Materials Manufacturing Land Use Regulations Building Performance Measurement Renewable Energy Systems 111

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

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Ductility is a critical property in construction that significantly influences the design and performance of structures, particularly in areas prone to seismic activity. For those involved in construction and design, understanding ductility is essential for creating structures that are not only functional but also resilient.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Resilience Building Codes Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

As the continued effects of climate change place greater demands on the built environment, adequate insulation has increasingly become a central element in evaluating a building’s resiliency and thermal efficiency. Two-way tapered insulation system. Four-way tapered insulation system.

Energy Efficiency 102

Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Wall Systems Building Code Compliance 102

Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

Climate and weather very much influence the design and construction of building enclosure systems, especially roof systems and assemblies. While codes provide the minimum requirements for construction, few provisions focus on resilience. Sustainability and resilience. Resilience. Sustainability.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Smart construction practices are essential today, where climate change and unpredictable weather patterns make it increasingly important to build with foresight and resilience in mind. Sustainability: Promotes environmentally friendly construction practices and resilience against climate change.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Building Resilience Structural Systems 64

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 20, 2024

By Benjamin Meyer Photos courtesy Siplast In the ever-changing landscape of modern construction, owners and designers are facing an onset of challenges when it comes to building for resilience. Making future-focused project decisions in the design phase can have a significant impact on the durability of the building over time.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 22, 2020

A high-performance roof system is durable, resilient, and allows a building to be occupied after a disaster event and continues performing during a loss of power. Utilizing skylights to provide natural light could help with post-disaster use of a building when the power grid has gone down. Building science matters.

Roofing Systems 88

Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Conservation Building Design 88

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

As cities grow and populations increase, the demand for safe and durable buildings rises. Professionals like architects, engineers, and builders work together to design structures that withstand environmental challenges while ensuring occupant safety.

Building Design 52

Building Design Safety Regulations Building Resilience Building Code Compliance 52

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

27 important questions about façade leakage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 10:31 Cladding and Facade Systems Walter P Moore’s Darek Brandt discusses the key questions building owners and property managers should be asking to determine the health of their building's façade. What type of roof system is on your structure?

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems Waterproofing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

For commercial property owners, this time of year prompts a critical reassessment of their buildings’ readiness to withstand the unpredictable forces of nature. In the aftermath of such storms, the importance of resilience becomes strikingly clear. Why Invest in Resilience?

Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Preparedness Building Resilience Roofing Systems Property Management 52