Michigan Receives $50 Million in Federal Funding to Protect Communities Against Natural Hazards
Funding Will Help Make Roads More Resilient, Sustainable and Safe for Michiganders LANSING, Mich.— Today, Governor Whitmer joined the U.S Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) to announce that three Michigan projects have been selected to receive a combined $50 million in federal funding from the U.S. DOT’s Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient and Cost saving Transportation (PROTECT) program. Thanks to the leadership and vision of the Biden Administration and the fed...
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...
NYPA Granted FAA Waiver Allowing Drone Operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight
Expanded Drone Capabilities Will Allow for Low-Risk Asset Monitorization and Inspection WHITE PLAINS—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) today announced that it will be expanding its drone capabilities as part of the asset monitorization and inspection of its electric infrastructure around the state. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted NYPA license to fly unmanned aircraft systems beyond the visual line of sight of the pilot in command in a one-mile radius in any unrest...
Woolpert Hires Accomplished Business Development Leader William Marbell as Geospatial Program Director
Marbell will lead Woolpert’s geospatial business development strategy and expansion throughout Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. DENVER — Woolpert has hired Geospatial Program Director William Marbell to support its strategic business development and expand its global geospatial capabilities in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Marbell brings over 27 years of business development, sales, and construction management experience specific to the geospatial and engineering industri...
Bedford Reinforced Plastics Announces OSCO Safety as Exclusive Source for ReadySeries Modular Solutions
BEDFORD, PA— Bedford Reinforced Plastics, a leading manufacturer of fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) products, announces a strategic partnership with OSCO Safety, designating OSCO as the exclusive source for ReadySeries pre-engineered modular products. This marks a significant milestone in advancing safety, access and maintenance solutions for industrial applications and beyond. Both Bedford and OSCO share a steadfast commitment to excellence in American manufacturing and prioritizing cust...
AMC Bridge Launches AI Center of Excellence to Drive Innovation and Empower Clients in AI and ML Integration and Usage
Waltham, MA—AMC Bridge has announced the establishment of its AI Center of Excellence (CoE), a strategic initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies across its operations. The center will serve as a focal point for harnessing the power of AI and ML to enhance client solutions and drive innovation. Utilizing years of knowledge and experience in advanced technologies, AMC Bridge is committed to helping its clients worldwide attain their ob...
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...
Matern Professional Engineering Begins Renovation Work on Fruitland Park Elementary School
Matern Professional Engineering is pleased to announce its engineering renovation work on Fruitland Park Elementary School. The school held a groundbreaking ceremony that celebrated the start of the $5 million educational facility upgrade. Matern Professional Engineering is dedicated to providing the educational facility with modern technologies and improved efficiencies to support students’ academic experience. The project remains on schedule and is expected to be completed by the start of the...
2024 State of Design & Make Report from Autodesk Finds Growing Confidence in Resilience, Optimism Toward AI
Nearly 5,400 global business leaders, futurists, and experts across Design and Make industries share insights and solutions in second annual survey results SAN FRANCISCO — Leaders from industries that design and make places, objects, and experiences are far more confident about their companies’ resilience than last year and have a surprisingly high level of trust in AI, according to the 2024 State of Design & Make report released today by Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK). The group largely sees...