First-of-its-Kind Interactive Calculator Enhances Tensar SpectraPave Software
Tensar International has released a major update to its established SpectraPave Software that lets designers, contractors and owners assess the complete short and long-term costs of pavement design options. SpectraPave’s updated Pavement Optimization module is intended to help engineers, public agencies, owners, and contractors better understand the true value of using TriAx geogrids in their pavement sections. That value can be determined by examining pavement life extension, reduction of init...
World Water Day 2019: GWI Launches Water Security Solutions Centre Initiative to Help Water Companies Combat Rising Water Scarcity
Global Water Intelligence (GWI), the International Desalination Association (IDA) and the Global Water Leaders Group (GWLG) have launched a new initiative; the Water Scarcity Solutions Centre (WSSC) to help utilities and end-user build successful strategies for water scarcity. The Centre, which connects water companies with relevant suppliers, plant designers and technology providers comes as utilities and industries in water-scarce regions are turning to desalination, reuse and leakage reductio...
Safety, Transportation Project Management & Legal Issues at Forefront of Professional Development Week June 4-6 in D.C.
WASHINGTON – Safety training, project management fundamentals, and legal and regulatory “hot topics” form the core of a new professional development program for transportation design and construction professionals hosted June 4-6 by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s Foundation. As part of “Transportation Construction Professional Development Week,” industry executives can participate in one or both events at ARTBA’s D.C. offices: Safety Training, Certification Prepara...
Renewable Thermal Solution Provides Green Alternative for Gas-Hungry Industries
A novel blend of old and new technology is helping Australian researchers combine renewable energy and low-cost thermal storage to deliver heat for industrial processes. Developed at the University of South Australia in Adelaide, the method involves using low cost renewable energy such as wind or solar PV to power electrical elements that heat rocks in a similar way to a sauna. The element and rocks are packed inside a stainless steel tank and heat air pushed through the tank with an ambie...
APTA Study: Public Transit Investment Stimulates a 4-to-1 Return
A new report by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has identified at least $232 billion in critical public transportation investments. Additionally the association analyzed the impact of investment in public transportation and found that $232 billion spent over 10 years would stimulate a 4-to-1 return of $928 billion in economic activity over the next 20 years. “Infrastructure investment consistently produces big financial returns,” said Gary Thomas, president and executive...
Trump To Nominate Former Delta Air Lines Executive To Lead FAA
The White House says President Trump will nominate Stephen Dickson, a former executive and pilot at Delta Air Lines, to lead the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA has come under criticism for failing to quickly ground the Boeing 737 Max after the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines jet this month, the second fatal crash of the Boeing plane in recent months. The FAA grounded the planes only after other nations did so. Acting Administrator Daniel Elwell told NPR's Morning Edition that the...
New MDOT Dashboard Gives Up-to-Date Stats on Michigan Bridge Conditions
Fast facts: - MDOT has launched a new online dashboard to make information about the condition of all bridges on the state and local road system easily accessible to the public. - The Michigan Bridge Conditions dashboard provides data on more than 11,000 bridges across the state. - An interactive map shows the location and color-coded status for each structure. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has launched a new online dashboard to make information about the con...
James Magazine Names Georgia DOT Commissioner to “Most Influential” List
ATLANTA – Georgia Department of Transportation Commissioner Russell R. McMurry, P.E., was named among the most influential Georgians by James Magazine in the publication’s March/April 2019 edition. The list is a compilation of 100 major business, political and media players from across the state. “I’m honored to be named one of James Magazine's 'Most Influential Georgians,'” said Commissioner Russell McMurry. “Maintaining, improving and expanding our transportation network is not a one-man jo...
3D Printer to Build Two-storey House in Belgium
The largest 3D printer in the world is about to start printing a two-storey house on the site of Kamp C, the provincial Centre for Sustainability and Innovation in Westerlo, Belgium. Interested companies are welcome to experiment with the printer in Westerlo as of this autumn. Our endeavour is to convince the Flemish construction industry of the merits of this innovative technique with practical examples. While 3D printing is garnering a lot of attention around the world, the first 3D printed...
Global Steam Generators for Nuclear Power Market to Grow Modestly to Reach $1.02bn in 2026, Says GlobalData
The global market for nuclear power steam generators is projected to grow marginally to reach $1.02bn in 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.5% between 2019 and 2026, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. The market for steam generators will be dominated by new installations; however replacements will witness higher growth over the forecast period. The company’s latest report: ‘Steam Generators for Nuclear Power, Update 2019’ reveals that the m...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
TriMet’s Banfield Type 1 Substation Replacement Project
February Issue 2026
