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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? Its the engineers toolkit for smarter, more sustainable structures. By minimizing the number of components and optimizing materials, engineers can reduce waste by up to 51%.

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Henley lands Midland Mill revamp on Leeds tower scheme

Construction Enquirer

Henley will install bespoke stainless-steel reinforcements, fabricated by sister firm HZS Stainless Steel, to integrate with original timber and masonry. A new steel-framed slate roof will also incorporate solar PV tiles capable of generating more than 40,000 kWh a year.

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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Can Cold-formed Steel Outperform Wood Framing? When it comes to framing, the choice often comes down to steel or timber.

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Haskell’s $5 Million Plan to Expand Jacksonville’s Steel Fabrication

Construction Today

Jacksonville-based Haskell, a leader in engineering, construction, and design, has invested $5 million to expand its steel fabrication capabilities. This project, a 20,460-square-foot addition, will support both internal production and external client needs.

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Infrastructure costs keep rising. Consider these approaches to mitigate them.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Todays major transit and highway initiatives typically span multiple years and involve complex engineering requirements, which makes planning and delivery even more complex. Against this backdrop, advanced forecasting and simulation tools can optimize project delivery, particularly when deployed as a complement to value engineering.

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Timber Framing Design: Complete Guide to Traditional Structural Planning

UK Construction Blog

But timber framing design flips this approach entirely, requiring architects and engineers to plan every detail months before the first timber is cut. Timber framing design represents a specialized discipline that combines centuries-old craftsmanship with modern engineering principles.

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The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design

UK Construction Blog

The post The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Precision Engineering and Quality Control Modern manufacturing techniques have dramatically improved precision and consistency in bespoke staircase production.