120Water™ Recognized as Inaugural Partner at First Lead Pipe Removal Summit at White House
Solutions provider expands footprint as more than 2000 utilities nationwide leverage software to manage LCRR compliance ZIONSVILLE, Ind. – 120Water, the leading solutions provider for lead reduction and drinking water programs, is honored to be an inaugural partner in the new Biden-Harris Get the Lead Out Partnership. Working with the federal government and a coalition of states, Tribes, local communities, water utilities, labor unions, and nongovernmental organizations, 120Water will ad...
Foam Roof System Saves Texas Warehouse from Extensive Tornado Damage
On October 20, 2019, 10 twisters touched down along the storm line of North and Central Texas, making it one of the costliest tornado events in Texas history. While, thankfully, there were zero fatalities reported, there was extensive damage to building structures. These tornados resulted in over $2 billion of insurance claims. One particular building that took direct hits from the EF-2 tornado, was a wholesale depot warehouse in Garland County. This 1,000,000 sq. ft. horseshoe shaped depot w...
Global Water and Business Leaders Join TWC’s Board
Milwaukee, WI – The Water Council (TWC) is proud to announce three new members of its Board of Directors who will help the organization achieve its mission to solve global water challenges by driving freshwater innovation and advancing water stewardship. Scott Clawson, chairman and CEO of Culligan International; Stephen B. Guy, managing director of Baird Global Investment Banking; and Kim Marotta, global vice president of environmental sustainability at Beam Suntory, will join the board effec...
Presagis Introduces VELOCITY 5D Plugin for Unreal Engine
Enables Geospatially Accurate 3D Simulations with Digital Twins Montreal, Canada — Presagis, developer of the VELOCITY 5D (V5D) digital twin production platform, today announced availability of the V5D Plugin for Unreal Engine, the most powerful 3D computer graphics engine on the market today. The plugin enables users to load a GIS-generated V5D digital twin into Unreal Engine to create highly realistic visualizations and simulations of entire cities and even countries. “The primary applic...
WaterIQ Technologies Forms Scientific Advisory Board
Leading Experts to Drive Algae Remediation Research, Including Impact of Ultrasound Technology WILSON, Wyo. – WaterIQ TechnologiesTM, the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, today announced the addition of three members to its newly formed Scientific Advisory Board. Appointed members span the U.S., Mexico and South America and will serve in research roles conducting basic and independent research into algae growth a...
Esri Space Act Agreement with NASA
More NASA-Published Earth Science Data Services Will Be Accessible in ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World REDLANDS, Calif.— The science community at large is undertaking critical work, researching solutions to the world's most pressing challenges, many of which require a geographic approach. The ability of scientists and researchers to make informed decisions related to these challenges—from natural disasters to climate change mitigation—relies heavily on accessible, authoritative geospatia...
Brown and Caldwell name new chief people officer
SVP Susan Gehoski brings extensive Fortune 100 and 500 company human resources expertise DENVER, Colo. — Brown and Caldwell today announce Susan Gehoski has joined the leading environmental engineering and construction services firm as senior vice president and its new chief people officer (CPO). With over 20 years of experience at Fortune 100 and 500 companies, Gehoski has held various human resources (HR) leadership roles, providing strategic direction in start-up, mergers and acquisitio...
Prefabricated wooden elements increase sustainability and efficiency in construction
Wood element construction has significant advantages over traditional on-site construction. It lowers carbon emissions during construction, element prefabrication indoors reduces possible moisture damage and the finished elements can be installed rapidly in almost any weather conditions. In addition to the cost-effective logistics of prefabricated elements, the overall time on the construction site is significantly reduced. Consistent quality is important Material choices have a big impact...
Federal Highway Administration Announces New Efforts to Improve Road Safety, Advance Complete Streets That Serve All Road Users
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced two new efforts that will help States, cities, and local governments improve road safety. This announcement is part of ongoing, coordinated work to improve quality of life and reduce unacceptably high rates of traffic deaths in the U.S. in accordance with the Department’s National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS). Included in the announcement is a new Request for Information...
BAAM.Tech Named North American Distribution Partner for RIEGL USA Mobile Laser Scanning Solutions
Lenexa, Kansas – BAAM.Tech®, headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with RIEGL USA in Winter Park, Florida, to become their North American distribution partner. BAAM.Tech® will assume sales, training, and technical support services for the entire line of RIEGL’s Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS) Solutions, including the: VMY-1 and VMY-2, VMX-2HA, and VMQ-1HA product lines, as well as the accompanying cameras, software bundles, and accessories. Their...