Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – A research project progressing from the American Iron and Steel Institute’s (AISI) Small Project/Fellowship Program has received significant funding through the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance performance-based fire design for cold-formed steel (CFS) structures. Thomas Gernay, Ph.D.,

Fire Protection Systems 242

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 18, 2023

National Science Foundation. The key feature of the building is a post-tensioned rocking wall system built from mass timber panels. Under lateral forces, the wood panels rock up off the base, and the post-tensioning rods re-center the system after the earthquake passes. The research project is funded by the U.S.

Building Resilience 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is proud to announce that four of raSmith’s cold-formed steel engineering projects have garnered recognition, receiving Design Excellence Awards from the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI). BROOKFIELD, Wis.

Engineering 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 16, 2023

. — 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 Northridge earthquake and the 1999 magnitude 7.7

Building Resilience 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) President Gianfranco Di Cicco recognized three DFI members with President’s Awards at the DFI 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations in Aurora, Colorado, this past October. Hawthorne, N.J. The awards were presented on behalf of Di Cicco by incoming DFI President James Johnson. Mary Ellen Large, P.E.,

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Controls Manufacturing Geotechnical Engineering Wall Systems 130

Roads Online

MARCH 20, 2025

The first use of Geoquest Australias EcoStrap HA reinforcements at a project in Victoria, which allowed for the reuse of site won materials as backfill for mechanically stabilised earth walls. From structural retaining walls and precast concrete solutions, Geoquest Australia brings decades of expertise to civil construction.

Controls Manufacturing 66

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Quality Control 66

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2023

Flangan received her bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering and a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering from North Carolina State University. After receiving her master’s degree, she worked with several small- to medium-size firms in a range of positions including engineering, marketing and materials testing.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Geotechnical Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Foundation Systems 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Foundation cracks, wall collapses, and uneven settling occur frequently in residential and commercial properties.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

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.

Engineering 130

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

This shrink-swell cycle is most devastating in areas with heavy clay content in the soil as the constant expansion and contraction put much pressure on foundation walls and other structural members. Several measures are possible to minimize the problems associated with clay, such as using pile or raft foundations.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Property Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Third Avenue Bridge was selected for its four character-defining features: Cast-in-place Melan Arch System construction, which encases steel trusses in concrete; Classic Revival aesthetic treatment on piers, the projecting pedestrian bays and ornamental railing added in 1939; Reverse S-curve alignment. It crosses both the Upper St.

Historic Preservation 275

Historic Preservation Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Change Management 275

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. 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

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Shifting codes and standards Aging and/or poorly engineered buildings are among the leading causes of increasing damage and losses from earthquakes in the United States—annualized losses from earthquakes nationwide total $6.1 These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Roads Online

OCTOBER 7, 2024

McConnell Dowell’s scope of work included the construction of a new wharf, revetment, quay wall, nine dolphins, wharf furniture, main equipment foundations, and marine loading arm platform structures. Image courtesy of McConnell Dowell. To watch and learn more about the project, click here.

Fire Protection System Installation 111

Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Concrete Pouring 111

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. and the engineer of record for 50 to 80 data centers a year. Section A: Active construction. Section CAZ: Controlled Access Zone.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

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

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Installing bright LED lights (3000-5000 lumens) eliminates shadows under vehicles and in engine compartments. Position overhead fixtures to provide even illumination across your entire work area and supplement with adjustable task lighting for detailed work on engines, brakes, or electrical components.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation Fire Protection Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. The following examples illustrate how many transit systems are tackling these challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. April 03, 2018.

Waterproofing Systems 102

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Foundation Systems 102

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. In addition, several levees and flood walls will be constructed to keep tidal water from entering the community. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District.

Risk Management 264

Risk Management Project Management Fire Protection Systems Building Performance Measurement 264

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. The following examples illustrate how many transit systems are tackling these challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. April 03, 2018.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Roofing Systems 103

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

Developed on reclaimed land, the museum’s foundation rests below the water table, subjecting foundations to highly aggressive chloride and sulfate conditions that can quickly deteriorate the concrete and significantly reduce the life of the structure. We insisted on using the PREPRUFE ® SCS system,” Parks recalls. “If

Waterproofing Systems 105

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 105

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

This foundational vision will guide all subsequent decisions. Are you adding bedrooms for a growing family? Creating a home office? Expanding living areas? Document your specific requirements, including desired room sizes, functions, and special features. This is typically obtained through a council or a private certifier.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 23, 2025

The removal of the load-bearing function of multiple wythes of masonry, as seen in Figure 2a, was accompanied by reducing the masonry to a single wythe of non-load-bearing veneer and a backup wall, as seen in Figure 2b, which required support of its weight using concrete brick ledges or steel shelf angles. In addition to this, 16 mm (0.6

Masonry 59

Masonry Structural Systems Wall Systems Building Design 59

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 2, 2025

Use Your Excavator To : Grade the slope, dig for retaining walls, and level each tier. Install a Retaining Wall Retaining walls provide structure, stop soil from washing away, and give a clean, professional look to your yard. Use Your Excavator To : Dig a trench for the walls foundation and backfill after block placement.

Landscaping 52

Landscaping Wall Systems Piping Installation Foundation Systems 52

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. These seven super columns alone support the entire above-grade PAC NYC superstructure.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Ceiling Systems Building Design 100

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

Cintec International Ltd were invited to devise a scheme in conjunction with the clients structural engineers, for the stabilization of a magnificent Grade 2* listed building in 2023. In addition to alterations the structure had suffered movement due to poor ground beneath old timber foundations which necessitated substantial underpinning.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Design 52

Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

They make thick walls with a mixture of clay-rich mud, shredded straw and limestone slurry. Impulse hammers then pound the material in, creating 12-inch-thick walls that when dry are heavy and durable. The company says Terran walls regulate indoor humidity, enhance air quality and eliminate costly climate-control systems.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control 98

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. April 25, 2018. learn more >. MGM City Center, Las Vegas, US. learn more >.

Fire Protection System Installation 99

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 99

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Introduction of Civil Engineer Software: There is multifarious software accessible which are utilized in Civil Engineering. The Civil Engineering Softwares are surging manifold day by day. Here could be a list of SOFTWARE which are outrageously employed by many Civil Engineers all round the world. Autocad Civil 3d-.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Information Modeling (BIM) Geotechnical Engineering Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2025

Modern Construction Requires More Engineering, Not Less In modern construction, the need for engineering is more widely recognised today than it was decades ago. With larger homes, expansive window designs, engineered floor and roof systems, much of todays construction requires specialised planning and engineering.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Materials Building Standards Structural Systems 52

Natural Building

APRIL 4, 2021

It has a 1-kilowatt solar power system and a backup generator for electricity, a propane radiant in-floor heating system and a Rumford fireplace for heat, and a constructed wetland for natural wastewater treatment. This home is different because it’s a structural cob house, so the 2-foot thick walls are load-bearing.

Wall Systems 75

Wall Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Building Permits 75

Natural Building

MAY 30, 2025

Structures rely on locally sourced sun-dried mud bricks, rammed earth and timber, with hand-plastered walls and meticulously layered timber and compacted earth roofs engineered to withstand heavy snowfall. The house employs a double-wall adobe system integrating repurposed army mattresses to ensure insulation.

Architecture 52

Architecture Flooring Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 14, 2024

By: Andrew Martin, Senior Product Manager with Marley Engineered Products In facilities with high volumes of foot traffic, the constant opening and closing of doors not only lets in chilly air but can cause heating problems for the entire building.

Ceiling Systems 100

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Facility Management Risk Management 100

BDC Network

MAY 19, 2023

Shear Wall Selection for Wood-Framed Buildings 1 kcichowicz Fri, 05/19/2023 - 07:36 Multifamily Housing From wall bracing to FTAO, there are many ways to secure the walls of a building. The Importance of Shear Walls A stud wall by itself, without bracing such as that provided by wood structural panels, has very little stiffness.

Wall Systems 98

Wall Systems Building Design Structural Systems Building Codes 98

Roads Online

JUNE 23, 2025

After all, it’s this ambition that has transformed the company, from its Japanese roots and foundation in 1917, to becoming one of the largest manufacturers on Earth. Despite its well-established global presence, Komatsu continues to look for opportunities to grow. The new PC220LCi-12 excavator featuring iMC 3.0

Lifts 66

Lifts Construction Machinery Controls Manufacturing Electrical Systems 66

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

NIUs commitment to both sustainability and the comfort of students and staff created a strong foundation for this extensive sustainability program, said Jon Dunlap, Upper Midwest Area Director of Energy Services, Commercial HVAC Americas, Trane Technologies. We are proud to collaborate and help them achieve their energy efficiency goals.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 17, 2023

Birdsong has been a Senior System Design Engineer, Vice President of A/V Design, and a Senior Tech Consultant, all in the Dallas market. “My In doing so, we will build trust and a positive reputation that will solidify our foundation to grow within the DFW market.”

Real Estate Development 130

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