Structural Stability Researcher to Receive 2024 T.R. Higgins Lectureship Award
CHICAGO - The American Institute of Steel Construction will present Benjamin Schafer, PhD, of Johns Hopkins University with the 2024 T.R. Higgins Lectureship Award for “Review of Local Buckling Width-to-Thickness Limits.” “Dr. Schafer’s work in the areas of structural stability and local buckling in hot-rolled structural members is consistently outstanding,” said AISC Vice President of Engineering and Research Christopher H. Raebel, SE, PE, PhD, “and his reputation as a researcher, professor,...
CORE Erosion Control Adds New Co-Packing Location
Vienna, OH, September 2023 – Millwood, Inc.’s CORE Erosion Control Services division has added a co-packing location in Bridgeville, DE., according to a company announcement. “We’re excited about partnering with the team at Ellenboro Erosion Control,” Chris Verbosky, CORE regional operations manager, said. “We look forward to work together to find ways to better serve our customers in this region of the country that will benefit CORE and Ellenboro Erosion Control.” CORE filter sock mesh is...
New Autodesk Construction Cloud features help teams make early, more sustainable decisions
In construction, about 70% of rework can be traced back to the disconnect between design and what’s actually constructible. The further along a construction project is, the more difficult and costly changes become. By focusing on constructability in the design phase, teams can aim to avoid expensive rework down the line. And when most of a project’s value is created in the beginning stages when mistakes are easier to fix, the importance of getting it right early is greater than ever—making consi...
CivilGEO Ranked #1 in Civil Engineering and CAD Categories in G2’s Fall 2023 Reports
Madison, WI, September 19, 2023 – CivilGEO, a global leader in the civil engineering industry, announced that the company ranked #1 in the Civil Engineering Design Software and CAD categories for the seventh consecutive time by G2, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace. CivilGEO received 27 badges including “High Performer,” “Momentum Leader,” “Easiest To Do Business With,” “Best Support,” and “Best Relationship” in the G2 Fall 2023 Grid® Reports. CivilGEO’s GeoHECRAS and...
New Renderings Showcase Plans for Gainesville Multifamily Community at Oaks Mall
FK Architecture, a Fugleberg Koch company, is proud to release new renderings for a multifamily housing complex located at the Oaks Mall in Gainesville, Florida, at the corner of W Newberry Road and NW 62nd Street. The project, which applies a similar design to its sister project in Daytona Beach, will consist of five buildings and 240 living units. The name of the community is Evergreen Westside. “We’re very excited to break ground on this project. Gainesville is growing rapidly and has man...
WSP Selected to Develop Low/No Emissions Transition Plan for Regional Transportation District in Denver
WSP will develop the metropolitan transit agency’s comprehensive facilities and fleet transition plan by late 2024, ensuring it aligns with the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. DENVER — The Regional Transportation District (RTD) has entered into a contract with WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy in the U.S., to evaluate the feasibility of transitioning the agency’s facilities and fixed-route fleet to low/no-emissio...
U.S. Water Infrastructure and Business Risks Survey to Gauge Voter Support for Better Funding, Impact on Jobs and the Economy
WATER POLL: WILL U.S. VOTERS SUPPORT FUTURE CANDIDATES BASED ON WATER RELIABILITY AND FUNDING FOR AGING INFRASTRUCTURE? American Business Water Coalition to issue U.S. Water Infrastructure Funding and Business Risks Survey, gauging views on water quality, risks to businesses and local economies, and solutions to address infrastructure funding needs and growing operational challenges. WASHINGTON, D.C. (Media Advisory) How do voters across the country rate the condition of our water infrast...
Just Duit: Oklahoma Contractor Named 2023-2024 ARTBA Chair
WASHINGTON – Tim Duit, president, Duit Construction Company, Inc., has been elected 2023-2024 chair of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). The announcement was made at ARTBA’s national convention, held Sept. 10-13 in La Jolla, Calif. It marks the first time that an Oklahoman has held the position. Duit began working for the family business in 1988. In 1994, he started his own company, TTK Construction Co., and in 2017, the firm merged with Duit Construction, and h...
How Utility Pros Can Make the Most of Their Utility Expo Experience: Tips from Veteran Attendees
By: The Utility Expo staff MILWAUKEE - The Utility Expo is back and bigger than ever. With 1.4 million square feet of equipment to see and the top manufacturers in the utility industry to meet, there’s a lot to see and do! The Utility Expo asked veteran attendees and show staff to share their best advice for first timers coming to the show. Here are the top tips attendees need to know before they travel to Louisville, plus tips for maximizing time once there. Plan ahead Spend so...
Raising Awareness to Save Lives: Rail Safety Week, September 18-24, Seeks to Prevent Railroad Crossing and Trespass Incidents Across North America
WASHINGTON, D.C. / OTTAWA, Canada / MEXICO CITY, Mexico, September 18, 2023 – Every year, 2,100 North Americans are killed or seriously injured when they engage in unsafe behavior around tracks and trains. In the U.S. alone, a person or vehicle is hit by a train every 3 hours. Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI), Operation Lifesaver Canada and the Mexican Association of Railroads (AMF) are once again joining forces to help prevent tragedies around railroad tracks and trains by observing Rail Saf...
Video: Crashes Drop Measurably After Rural Road Safety Improvement Project on US 521 in Lancaster County
Redevelopment of Horseshoe Bay Terminal
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