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Cal Poly EWB chapter constructs new healthcare facility
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May 12, 2010
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NEW YORK — The Thornton Tomasetti Foundation has awarded a $9,000 grant to the Cal Poly chapter of Engineers Without Borders (EWB) for the construction of a healthcare clinic in Camilo Ortega, Nicaragua....
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Galvanizing competition winners announced
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May 11, 2010
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CENTENNIAL, COLO. — After another year of impressive submissions, the American Galvanizers Association (AGA) has announced the winners of the 2010 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing competition. More than 90 applications presenting outstanding projects completed in 2009 were submitted to be independently judged in 13 categories by architects and engineers....
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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger announces New York promotions
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May 11, 2010
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NEW YORK, N.Y. — Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc. (SGH) has announced several promotions in its New York office....
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National parking experts partner with Haynes Whaley Associates
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May 7, 2010
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HOUSTON — Troy Jamail and Matt Strickland, formerly with Parking Planners, have entered into a new venture with Haynes Whaley Associates. The new firm, HWA Parking, will provide analysis, planning, design and operational assessments for new and renovated garages and parking lots....
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ACI Foundation awards six fellowships and five scholarships
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May 7, 2010
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FARMINGTON HILLS, MICH. — The ACI Foundation offers fellowship and scholarship opportunities to students whose studies relate to the concrete industry. The program is highly competitive and the 2010-2011 recipients are of the elite and well deserving students....
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Michigan Avenue Bridge turns 90
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May 7, 2010
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CHICAGO — Friday, May 14, Friends of the Chicago River will hold a 90th birthday party for the Michigan Avenue Bridge, "the great double-leaf, double-deck trunnion bascule bridge that provides an essential link between the Loop and the North Michigan Avenue shopping district, Chicago Tribune’s Blair Kamin said....
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New technologies to be unveiled at steel construction conference
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May 7, 2010
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ELKADER, IOWA — SENSR will debut two new technologies at the Structures Congress/North American Steel Construction Conference (NASCC). CX1 — a portable inspection and monitoring solution and SENSRnet — a new remote monitoring system, will be launched at the show May 12-15 in Orlando, Fla....
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MIT project wins award
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May 6, 2010
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WALTHAM, MASS. — The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) recently recognized the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Grand Dome restoration project as a winner of the 2010 Aon Build America Award in the Construction Management Renovation category....
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PCI names Becker to R&D post
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May 6, 2010
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Roger J. Becker, P.E., has been named managing director or research and development (R&D) of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI). Becker’s appointment, which began May 3, culminates an extensive search process that began in November 2009....
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AISI publishes update to cold-formed steel Standard
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April 30, 2010
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WASHINGTON –The American Iron and Steel Institute has published an update to the Standard for Seismic Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems—Special Bolted Moment Frames With Supplement No. 1. Cold-formed steel special bolted moment frames have been widely used in industrial platforms, and the system is potentially suitable for a broad range of construction applications....
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Thornton Tomasetti to install rooftop public art exhibit in New York City
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April 30, 2010
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NEW YORK – Thornton Tomasetti will oversee the installation of the public art exhibition "Event Horizon" in New York City. The exhibit will be available for viewing until August 15, 2010....
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Tool helps win government contracts
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April 30, 2010
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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The U.S. General Services Administration has tens of billions of dollars of purchasing power every year. Find out how you can be a part of this business as an approved vendor on the GSA Schedule.
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Strongwell Corp. announces green initiatives
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April 30, 2010
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BRISTOL, VA. – Read why Strongwell Corp. recently decided to post its Green Itiatives on the company's website at our sister site, sustainableengineering.com....
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Roger Stanley rejoins Parsons Brinckerhoff
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April 29, 2010
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PHILADELPHIA –Roger B. Stanley was recently named a senior supervising engineering in the Philadelphia ofice of Parsons Brinckerhoff. He will serve as manage of the office's structural department....
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Structural Engineering & Design magazine hosts IPD eConference
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April 23, 2010
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CHICAGO – The 2010 Integrated Project Delivery eConference, hosted by Stagnito Media and Structural Engineering & Design magazine, was held Thursday, April 22, 2010. The purpose of the webinar was to discuss and hear from experts about IPD and how new technology, process improvement, and cultural change are helping to facilitate an environment where owners, architects, engineers, and contractors can collaborate more effectively earlier in the design and production process. Find out what participants learned during this conference and where you can access related information. View this story at our sister site, StructuralCIO.com....
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Extra value announced for Best Firms To Work For ranking applicants
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April 22, 2010
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CHICAGO – AECWorkforce.com has announced it will provide all applicants to the Best Firms To Work For ranking a free “3 Job Posting Package” (a $480 value). Job postings will be active for 30 days. This promotional offer must be used by April 23, 2011....
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Earth Advantage Institute predicts future of sustainability for American homes
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April 22, 2010
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PORTLAND, ORE. – Earth Advantage Institute has taken a look at the future of green building expectations. Find out what the organization listed as its eight predictions for American homes in the next decade. View this story at our sister site, sustainableengineering.com....
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MBMA releases supplement to 2006 Metal Building Systems Manual
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April 22, 2010
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CLEVELAND – The Metal Building Manufacturers Association recently released a 2010 supplement to the 2006 MBMA Metal Building Systems Manual. Learn more about this supplement and where you can download it for free....
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Texas Stadium demolition and implosion
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April 21, 2010
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Cowboys Stadium wins top engineering award
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April 19, 2010
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HOUSTON – Cowboys Stadium was recently awarded the 2010 "Eminent Conceptor" award, the highest award given by the Texas Council of Engineering Companies. It also won the 2009 Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award. Learn more about the awards and the stadium's structural engineer team at Walter P Moore....
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AISC and ASCE/SEI Join Forces for Combined 2010 Conference
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April 19, 2010
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CHICAGO – The American Institute of Steel Construction and the Structural Engineering Insitute of ASCE will host the 2010 NASCC: The Steel Conferece/The Structures Congress from May 12-15 in Orlando, Fla....
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Meridian Systems announces speakers for 2010 User Conference
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April 16, 2010
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FOLSOM, CALIF. –Meridian Systems announced the keynote speakers for its 2010 User Conference to be held May 24-26 in Washington, D.C....
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Hayward Baker opens Pennsylvania office
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April 15, 2010
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HARRISBURG, PA. – Hayward Baker, Inc., recently announced the opening of a new company office in the Harrisburg, Pa. metro area. The office is located in Palmyra, Pa., and supports customers in the state and surrounding states....
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Vancouver's Olympic Village sets gold standard for green construction
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April 15, 2010
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HERNDON, VA. – The Olympic and Paralympic Village in Vancouver, constructed to house 2,800 athletes and officials at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, is one of the most impressive examples of sustainable infrastructure created in preparation for the games. Read more about this structure, it's future uses, and the Larfarge and LEED expertise that went into its construction....
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American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts recognizes Milwaukee City Hall project
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April 14, 2010
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WALTHAM, MASS. – The Milwaukee City Hall project was recently awarded the Silver award in the American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts's (ACEC/MA) 2010 Engineering Excellence Competition. Learn more about this award....
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Best Firms To Work For ranking: Why should you apply?
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April 12, 2010
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CHICAGO – Don’t just take our word for it. A recent survey of past participants revealed the many benefits firms receive from participating in the Best Firms To Work For ranking program, whether they make the list or not. Besides the notoriety and gains in recruiting and retention efforts firms that rank shared, all firms value the feedback they get from the employee survey conducted as part of the evaluation process, as well as the learning that takes place doing the corporate survey. Learn more about the Best Firms to Work For program....
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AAMA 2010 meeting draws experts to discuss industry issues and state code developments
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April 9, 2010
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SCHAUMBURG, ILL. –The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently met in San Antonio, Texas, to discuss issues affecting the fenestration industry in the Southeast. Learn more about this meeting.
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iPad to unlock power of new app for building designers
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April 8, 2010
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NEW YORK, NY – A new BIM-focused iPad app has been released. The app, goBIM, allows users to navigate models and review data tagged to elements of the model. Learn more about this app.
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SGH engineer named ACI Fellow
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April 6, 2010
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WALTHAM, MASS. – The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently named Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) principal Dominic Kelly an ACI Fellow. The award recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to the production or use of concrete materials, structures, and products....
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Tekla congratulates winners of FIATECH CETI Awards
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April 2, 2010
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ATLANTA, GA. & AUSTIN, TEXAS – Tekla, Inc. recently presented their 2009 FIATECH CETI Awards to three Tekla Structures users. Learn more about this award and the three companies who recieved it this year....
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