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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Water/Stormwater

Civil + Structural Engineer

Alpha Testing, a UES company, was chosen by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to provide quality control/construction materials testing services to multiple project teams. The primary goals of the Project were to improve water quality while providing multiple benefits. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres.

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EHR Infrastructure Designed into Historic Medical Campus

Civil + Structural Engineer

— Historic preservation was imperative for Acela Architects + Engineers when modernizing the electronic health records (EHR) infrastructure of a sprawling Massachusetts medical campus. “Now nearing completion of the design stage, our solutions address both priorities—campus-wide EHR upgrades and historic preservation.”

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National Precast: Preserving history

Roads Online

The use of a durable concrete sleeper retaining wall that sits behind timber panels, has helped to preserve the authentic appearance of Ballarat’s famous Sovereign Hill. Historically, the Museum used timber for its retaining walls, to align with the 1850s gold rush era aesthetics. Images: National Precast.

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Sustainable urban mobility

Roads Online

At the heart of this modernisation is Dulwich Hill Station, a flagship example of how historical legacy and contemporary design can coexist. Precasting improves worker safety with manufacturing taking place in a controlled factory environment, resulting in fewer site disruptions and reduced exposure tohazards.

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Johnson Controls introduces NSW8000 sensor for monitoring temperature, humidity, COâ‚‚, and occupancy.

CCR Magazine

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of the NSW8000 Series Wireless Network Sensor for Metasys building automation systems (BAS) and FX series programmable controllers. To learn more, visit: [link].

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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

We’re going to unravel some intricacies of the process that’s designed to ensure the coexistence of solar energy development with responsible environmental preservation. Depending on the site, this process often commonly includes ecological surveys, soil assessments, cultural and historic resources evaluations, and endangered species.

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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

Manufactured offsite in controlled environments, these robust beams offer exceptional durability, fire resistance, and thermal insulation properties that enhance the overall integrity of your building projects. Careful handling preserves the structural integrity of the precast components. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?