KWK Architects Designs Reinforced Rooms at Residence Halls to Protect Students from Tornadoes, Severe Weather
(St. Louis, MO, Mar. 15, 2024) In areas of the country where dangerous tornadoes and severe weather occur more frequently, more universities are incorporating reinforced rooms, or storm shelters, in their residence hall designs to provide an extra layer of protection for students. These tornado-safe rooms are typically small, above- or below-ground structures made of concrete, masonry or steel that are proven to withstand extreme winds, even those produced by EF-4 or EF-5 tornadoes. The U.S....
Trimble Announces TX-RAMP Certification for e-Builder Digital Project Delivery Software and AgileAssets Pavement and Maintenance Management Systems
WESTMINSTER, Colo., March 14, 2024 — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today two of its cloud software solutions that support asset lifecycle management have received a Level 2 Certification based on the security requirements of the Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program (TX-RAMP). The two Trimble solutions are e-Builder Enterprise - Commercial, a digital project delivery software for owners of capital improvement programs, and certain capabilities within AgileAssets, an enterprise asse...
Global Net Zero Targets in Jeopardy, Reveals EIC Report
Only 11% of energy supply chain leaders in new EIC study believe global interim net-zero targets can be achieved. London, 14 March 2023 — In an alarming revelation, the inaugural “Global Net Zero Jeopardy Report” by the Energy Industry Council (EIC) has found that only 11% of energy industry leaders believe global interim targets for achieving net zero will be met. This scepticism underscores a critical and growing gap between current industry reality and the ambitious net zero goals set b...
Mammoet implements innovative 360-degree safety system
Mobile crane camera setup alerts drivers to site hazards Mammoet is working with Rietveld, a specialist in fleet management and vehicle and machine safety systems, on a joint project to protect drivers and road users when mobile cranes are moving and maneuvering. The project combines three different safety technologies and was commissioned by Mammoet to support its customers to meet stricter safety regulations. Testing is currently being carried out on one of its new Liebherr LTM 1070-...
Missouri S&T alumnus to be awarded 2024 Fulbright Prize
ROLLA, Mo. – Gary White, an alumnus of Missouri University of Science and Technology, has been announced as a 2024 recipient of the J. William Fulbright Prize for International Understanding along with Academy award-winning writer, actor and humanitarian Matt Damon. White is CEO of Water.org and WaterEquity, two organizations he founded with Damon. According the Fulbright website, the Fulbright Prize has been awarded since 1993 to honor “outstanding contributions toward bringing people...
Webcor Delivers World’s 1st TRUE-Certified Construction Project at GENESIS Marina
Genesis Marina exterior photo by Regent Pictures San Francisco, CA | March 14, 2024 – Webcor, a leading commercial construction firm, today announced it has successfully completed the world's inaugural Total Resource Use and Efficiency (TRUE)-certified construction endeavor at GENESIS Marina, an expansive laboratory and office campus, which is approximately ±560,000 square feet across three buildings in Brisbane, California. GENESIS Marina was awarded TRUE Gold in February 2024, under...
Bentley Systems Issues Call for Nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure
Winners to be Selected and Announced at The Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards Event in Vancouver EXTON, Pa. – March 14, 2024 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced its call for nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure. The awards, which are judged by independent juries of industry experts, recognize infrastructure projects for going digital advancements in infrastructure. The dea...
"Sustainable Construction How the Rapid Growth of the Construction Sector Drives Demand for Innovative Polymers, Analysis By Fact MR"
Construction Polymers Market Analysis Report By Polymer Type (Epoxy Resins, Polystyrene, Polycarbonate, Polyethylene, Polyisobutylene, etc), By Application (Walls, Floorings, Pipings , Windows, Roofs, Glazing, etc), By Construction Activity, By End Use Sector, By Region - Global Market Insights 2019-2028 The construction polymers market is characterized by a diverse array of global and regional players, with significant contributions from both sectors. While global players hold a considerable...
GeoComm Receives Esri's GIS for Good Award at Esri Partner Conference for Exceptional Achievement
GeoComm received Esri's GIS for Good award at the 2024 Esri Partner Conference (EPC). This award was presented to GeoComm for compelling use of Esri technology to make an impact on current issues around the world, such as sustainable development, climate change, diversity and social equity, and humanitarian aid. ST. CLOUD, Minn. - GeoComm received Esri's GIS for Good award at the 2024 Esri Partner Conference (EPC) held March 10–11, 2024 in Palm Springs, California. This award was presented to...
Esri’s Dr. Dawn Wright Selected for 2024 US Science Envoys
Chief Scientist of Esri to Be Among First All-Female Cohort in State Department Program’s History REDLANDS, Calif.—March 13, 2024—Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, is proud to announce that the US Department of State has selected the company’s chief scientist, Dr. Dawn Wright, among four distinguished scientists to serve as a new US Science Envoy in 2024. Through the program, eminent scientists and engineers leverage their expertise and networks to forge connections and identi...