Ohio Strengthens Building Safety and Resilience by Adopting International Plumbing, Building and Mechanical Codes
Ohio has adopted four of the 2021 International Codes, taking a significant step toward ensuring the safety, efficiency and resiliency of its communities Columbus, Ohio – The state of Ohio has adopted four of the 2021 International Codes® (I-Codes ®), including the 2021 editions of the International Building Code® (IBC), International Mechanical Code® (IMC), International Plumbing Code® (IPC) and International Existing Building Code® (IEBC). This decision comes after careful consideration by...
Purdue researchers develop a new type of intelligent architected materials for industry applications
Products made with intelligent architected materials developed at Purdue University have the ability to change from one stable configuration to another stable configuration and back again. The technology is being tested in new aircraft runway mats, nonpneumatic tires and other applications. Purdue University civil engineers are testing materials for transportation, military and other real-world applications WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue University civil engineering researchers have dev...
Testing Confirms PVC Pipe Hydraulic Coefficients Are Conservative
Hydraulic research on new and in-service PVC pipe has confirmed that industry-recommended flow coefficients are conservative for design of pressure and non-pressure pipes. The PVC pipe industry has long recommended hydraulic design values of 150 for Hazen-Williams “C” coefficient and 0.009 for Manning’s “n” number. Recent hydraulics tests have confirmed that designs using these values are conservative. The first testing was conducted at the Water Research Laboratory at Utah State University....
AISI Publishes “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes”
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.” The guide was developed to assist users of AISI S250-21 w/S1-22 , North American Standard for Therm...
Zeyrek Çinili Hamam in Istanbul – The Rebirth Of A Cultural Treasure
Zeyrek Çinili Hamam. View from rooftop. Credit: Giovanni Emilio Galanello The Zeyrek Çinili Hamam in Istanbul's historic Zeyrek neighbourhood is restored to its former glory as an architectural masterpiece and cultural centre. ATELIER BRÜCKNER has developed a new museum within this traditional bathhouse, built in the 16th century by renowned Ottoman architect Sinan. The hamam will be open to visitors starting September 30th. Initiated by the Marmara Group, this unique destination combine...
Purdue University to Launch Trimble Technology Lab with Focus on Construction Management Technology
Innovative Lab Opens in Purdue's New Technology Hub WESTMINSTER, Colo. and WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.- Purdue University and Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) are establishing a state-of-the-art Trimble Technology Lab at Purdue focused on teaching and research for construction management technology. The lab is hosted by the School of Construction Management Technology within the Purdue Polytechnic Institute and will bring Trimble's industry-leading construction technologies into a dedicated learning environm...
AISC Releases End-Plate Moment Connection Design Guide
CHICAGO – Structural steel designers have a valuable new resource for the design of end-plate moment connections in AISC Steel Design Guide 39, End-Plate Moment Connections, which is now available at aisc.org/dg. "It's a great addition to the AISC toolbox of publications," said Cives Steel Corporation Chief Engineer Brian Volpe, PE, SE, LEED AP. "The team did a fantastic job unifying Design Guides 4 and 16 and adding the latest research." The new design guide, written by Virginia Tech’s Ma...
New York City Flagship Gym of International Fitness Brand 54D Opens in Manhattan
The training room contains several features that are emblematic of 64D’s training program and interior branding. A large steel cardio ramp that features yellow risers and sidewalls and a black ramp is the key feature of the space. Barbells are stored on custom designed millwork faced with black powder coated diamond plate steel. Black SofSURFACES duraSOUND rubber tiles with embedded yellow striping carry the branding across the floor. Punching bag rigging that was fabricated and assembled onsite...
AISI Seeks Cold-Formed Steel Research Proposals for 2024 Small Project/Fellowship Program
Proposals must be submitted to AISI by October 31, 2023 WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Standards Council is seeking research proposals for its 2024 Small Project/Fellowship Program. Launched in 2014, AISI’s Small Project/Fellowship Program identifies and provides funding for research projects that will significantly impact the reliability, performance and cost-competitiveness of cold-formed steel products. The program provides a streamlined mechanism for AISI’s...
International Code Council Unveils 2024 International Plumbing Code and 2024 International Mechanical Code
2024 editions of the International Plumbing Code® and International Mechanical Code® will provide the most substantial format changes to the International Codes in 25 years Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council has announced the release of the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) and the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) from the forthcoming 2024 editions of the International Codes® (I-Codes). The 2024 IPC and IMC will be the first codes among the 2024 I-Codes to underg...
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February Issue 2026
