A New Era of Bridge Construction Technology Lands in the U.S. EAU CLAIRE, WI: In the world of bridge construction, the differences between cast-in-place and precast methods have always presented one primary trade-off: durability versus speed. Cast-in-place offers proven durability but often entails time-intensive labor, while precast solutions, despite being rapidly deployable, grapple with transportation challenges and maintenance concerns. read more > | | Supporting Resiliency with Optimized Metal Building Systems Through hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, heatwaves and wildfires, climate change-driven disasters continue to bombard the country. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Centers for Environmental Information reported that 18 events in 2022 caused 474 direct/indirect fatalities, and at least $165 billion in damage. With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. | | | | Southeast Arkansas College and Bernhard Illuminate a Sustainable Future at "Flip the Switch" Event February 13, 2024 PINE BLUFF, ARK. – Southeast Arkansas College (SEARK) and Bernhard joined forces in a groundbreaking "Flip the Switch" Event on Thursday, February 7, 2024, unveiling a cutting-edge Solar Array and Energy Efficiency Upgrades at SEARK's Welcome Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. | | | | Stantec selected to design first comprehensive cancer hospital in Dubai February 14, 2024 Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected to provide design services for the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, Dubai's first integrated, comprehensive cancer hospital. Named in honor of the late Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the hospital is scheduled to open to patients in 2026. The Al Jalila Foundation, which leads the giving mission of Dubai Health, is receiving donations of approximately AED 1.2 billion to be invested in developing the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital. | | | | The Future of NDT is Female FEBRUARY 8, 2024 By Annabel Sebuc Sab-it, ASNT Face of NDT, NDT Level III and Production Area Manager at Moog Everything happens for a reason. That's why I believe there was a reason for me to find the field of nondestructive testing. Nondestructive Testing (NDT) is the process of assessing equipment materials and components without damaging their integrity and operational ability. NDT consists of sixteen testing methods and techniques used in various industries to identify flaws and defects that must be addressed for maintenance purposes. | | | | Trimble Introduces MX90 Mobile Mapping System Trimble announced today the leading-edge Trimble® MX90 mobile mapping system. With state-of-the-art Trimble GNSS and inertial technology, when combined with Trimble field and office software, the Trimble MX90 provides a complete field-to-finish mobile mapping solution that enables powerful workflows for data capture, processing and analysis. The vehicle- or train-mounted MX90 rapidly captures highly detailed laser scans and imagery—both panoramic and multi-angle. | | | | Leading Civil Engineering Design Software Delivers 50% Faster Results MADISON, WI – CivilGEO has been named a LEADER in the Best Civil Engineering Design Software category on G2 for the seventh consecutive time. This recognition is based on real user feedback highlighting software features, ease of use and market presence. The company received 41 badges including "HIGH PERFORMER," "MOMENTUM LEADER," "BEST SUPPORT," and "BEST RELATIONSHIP" in the G2 Winter 2024 Grid® Report. | | | | TOPODRONE-AGROWING collaboration aims at advancing drone thermal mapping December 11, 2023 MONTREUX, SWITZERLAND – TOPODRONE, a Swiss based designer and manufacturer of high-precision surveying equipment, recently completed its R&D and released a new drone thermal mapping solution. TOPODRONE PT61 camera can perform detailed surveys and deliver thermal orthomosaic maps obtaining accurate 3D models. | | | | Hundreds of Bridge Repair and Replacement Projects Will Launch Soon by Mary Scott Nabers It is shocking to realize that more than 42% of America's 617,000 bridges are more than half a century old, and one-third of them are in dire need of repair or replacement. Even more sobering is the fact that 46,000 U.S. bridges are considered structurally deficient or in poor condition, given that 178 million trips are made on them daily. | | | | Women in Engineering: Leading by Example to Drive Change Born in Iran, Mary Toutounchi, PE, Vice President, California Rail and Transit Practice Lead at Hill International, came to the U.S. in the 1980s to study civil engineering. After graduating with her bachelor's degree and acquiring a professional engineering license in Arizona and California, she spent more than three decades building a career in the construction industry. In that time, Toutounchi has held senior positions as a program manager, overseeing the design and construction of a wide variety of complex infrastructure projects, including rail, highway, and facilities, in both the public and private sectors. | | | | Peter Cohlmia Joins WSP as U.S. Wastewater Market Lead February 7, 2024 DENVER — WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, hired Peter Cohlmia as national wastewater market lead in the U.S., a role aimed at advancing the firm's lifecycle approach to managing water resources. | | | | Barhale appointed to East London sewer upgrade January 25, 2024 A project to repair and replace two sections of parallel rising mains will rehabilitate an important section of the East London sewer network and will deploy innovative offsite manufacturing to replace an existing discharge chamber. Thames Water has appointed civil engineering and infrastructure specialist Barhale to carry out the £7.8... | | | | It's Almost Time for the 2024 ElevateHER Symposium In its fifth year, ElevateHER™ continues to push boundaries and to dedicate resources to helping the AEC industry recruit, retain, and engage the best minds in the industry. This year's symposium will be held at the Rayleigh Underground in Irving, TX on March 6. The venue will serve as the ideal backdrop for this dynamic event. | | | | Walter P Moore Bolsters New York City Office with Strategic Hire Walter P Moore has appointed Ashpica Chhabra as the new Managing Director of the Structural Engineering team in its New York City office. Chhabra brings a wealth of expertise in delivering major projects across the globe. Her portfolio spans various sectors, including aviation, civic, federal, and tall buildings. | | | | Civil + Structural Engineer is a Zweig Group publication. | | No longer want to receive these emails? 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