Pressure pipe materials CPVC, PEX, PE-RT, PP-R, and PP-RCT. Investigation Results by Plastics Pipe Institute Now Available IRVING, Texas - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) has released a new technical document that reports on the association’s…
Three Applications Where Composites Beat Metals
By Matthew Bloise, Greene Tweed For decades, various types of metals have been the go-material across most industries. In many applications, plastics…
Ohio Strengthens Building Safety and Resilience by Adopting International Plumbing, Building and Mechanical Codes
Ohio has adopted four of the 2021 International Codes, taking a significant step toward ensuring the safety, efficiency and resiliency of its communities …
Purdue researchers develop a new type of intelligent architected materials for industry applications
Products made with intelligent architected materials developed at Purdue University have the ability to change from one stable configuration to another stable configuration and back again. The technology is being tested in new aircraft runway mats,…
Testing Confirms PVC Pipe Hydraulic Coefficients Are Conservative
Hydraulic research on new and in-service PVC pipe has confirmed that industry-recommended flow coefficients are conservative for design of pressure and non-pressure pipes. The PVC pipe industry has long recommended hydraulic design values of 150 for Hazen-Williams…
AISI Publishes “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes”
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” The guide was developed to assist users of AISI…
Zeyrek Çinili Hamam in Istanbul – The Rebirth Of A Cultural Treasure
Zeyrek Çinili Hamam. View from rooftop. Credit: Giovanni Emilio Galanello The Zeyrek Çinili Hamam in Istanbul's historic Zeyrek neighbourhood is restored to its former glory as an architectural masterpiece and cultural centre. ATELIER BRÜCKNER…
Purdue University to Launch Trimble Technology Lab with Focus on Construction Management Technology
Innovative Lab Opens in Purdue's New Technology Hub WESTMINSTER, Colo. and WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.- Purdue University and Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) are establishing a state-of-the-art Trimble Technology Lab at Purdue focused on teaching and research for construction…
AISC Releases End-Plate Moment Connection Design Guide
CHICAGO – Structural steel designers have a valuable new resource for the design of end-plate moment connections in AISC Steel Design Guide 39, End-Plate Moment Connections, which is now available at aisc.org/dg. "It's a great addition to the AISC toolbox…
New York City Flagship Gym of International Fitness Brand 54D Opens in Manhattan
The training room contains several features that are emblematic of 64D’s training program and interior branding. A large steel cardio ramp that features yellow risers and sidewalls and a black ramp is the key feature of the space. Barbells are stored on…
