Peer-reviewed Study on GAF and Climate Resolve Initiative Demonstrates Effectiveness of Cool Pavement Coatings in Mitigating Extreme Heat
LOS ANGELES, CA and Parsippany, NJ - GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, and Climate Resolve, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to climate resilience, announced the results of a peer-reviewed study by Altostratus Inc. examining the effects of cool pavements in mitigating urban heat. The study, which was conducted in the Pacoima neighborhood of Los Angeles as part of the GAF Cool Community Project, revealed reductions of amb...
New Document Provides Seismic Design Criteria for HDPE Pipe Water Mains
The ductility of HDPE pipe provides high resistance to earthquakes and is also an important factor for ease of installation. Authoritative Study Now Available IRVING, Texas - April 12, 2024 - A new report that examines the required wall thickness for a fully fused high-density polyethylene (HDPE) water main to withstand the lateral spread from an earthquake or other seismic event has been published. Researched and authored by Michael O’Rourke, Ph.D., P.E., F.SEI, M.ASCE Professor Eme...
Sherwin-Williams Introduces Sher-Bar™ TEC – The First Damage-Tolerant Textured Epoxy Coating for Rebar
The new Sher-Bar TEC from Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine features enhanced bond strength with concrete compared to ECR, allowing grid congestion reductions and faster concrete pours compared to when using ECR. Sher-Bar™ TEC for Rebar Increases Corrosion Resistance and Bond Strength with Concrete – Enhancing Infrastructure Longevity, Safety and Sustainability CLEVELAND – Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine launched Sher-Bar TEC, a transformative new coating technology for the co...
Cla-Val launches Cla-Tools, a Free Software Suite to Analyze and Plan Valve Assets in Water Systems
Costa Mesa, CA – The Cla-Val Company has launched Cla-Tools, a complimentary software suite that allows users to analyze their current or future planned valve systems. John Link, Executive Vice President of Cla-Val, said, “We designed Cla-Tools to give engineers, operations personnel, and managers, the ability to design their systems ensuring they are obtaining optimum performance. We are providing all our customers with the ability to be self-sufficient if they choose, always having the comfort...
Flow Labs Introduces Flow RT, Revolutionary Real-Time Digital Twin Platform
The new technology represents a major advancement in the industry, empowering traffic managers to view traffic flow, network performance and incidents across a region in real-time for the best possible decision making. OAKLAND, California – Flow Labs, a transportation software technology leader specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that makes transportation cleaner, clearer and safer for everyone, announced the launch of Flow RT, a revolutionary new Real-Time digital twi...
Simpson Strong-Tie Adds Black Coating to Lineup of Deck-Drive™ DSV WOOD Deck Screws
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, is expanding its popular Deck-Drive DSV Wood screw offerings with a black Quik Guard® coating, increasing options for both strength and aesthetics. DSV Wood deck screws are innovatively designed for the rigors of preservative-treated decking and exterior wood-to-wood applications. They feature underhead nibs, making it easy to countersink into the board for a clean, streamlined appe...
Teledyne to showcase its advanced UAV and camera technology at XPONENTIAL 2024
Waterloo, CANADA, April 9, 2024 – Teledyne will feature their latest products and solutions at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2024 taking place April 22- 25, 2024, in San Diego, California. Visitors to the Teledyne booth #3325 can expect innovative solutions for unmanned systems from Teledyne DALSA, FLIR, and Geospatial for defense, municipal infrastructure, precision agriculture, power line surveillance, mapping, surveying, and mining applications. Products will be on display at the booth and application...
Leica Geosystems launches two new DISTO™ laser distance meters with gesture-triggered readings
Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, has introduced two new top-of-the-line handheld laser distance meters: the Leica DISTO™ D5 and DISTO™ X6. Powered by the latest measuring technology, the new DISTO™ models boast faster and more accurate measurements, gesture-triggered distance readings, and superior outdoor performance, as well as greater durability and extended battery life. The upgrades and new features optimise workflows for architectural engineers, tradespeople and contractors through impro...
Autodesk introduces Total Carbon Analysis for a More-Sustainable Built Environment
The Phoenix will be built at about half the cost, time, and carbon footprint of a typical multi-family building in the San Francisco Bay Area. Autodesk technology enabled the design team to see real-time cost and embodied carbon numbers for every design option. The new offerings from Total Carbon Analysis for Architects provides insights into the carbon outputs of design decisions from day one. Additional updates to the AECO portfolio include the new Tandem for AEC and expanded A...
SPH Engineering presents Drone Show Software 4.3, elevating Drone Shows to new heights
Riga, Latvia – SPH Engineering, a global expert in drone technology development, is thrilled to announce the release of its latest Drone Show Software update, version 4.3. This update introduces cutting-edge features to streamline preflight processes, enhance map visualization and sharing capabilities, and improve operational efficiency for drone professionals worldwide. Key Features of Drone Show Software 4.3: New Preflight Summary Window This innovative feature provides a compact yet...
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