Arcadis Makes Debut on World Architecture 100 List
Arcadis ranked among the top architecture firms in the world, debuting on the World Architecture 100 list at number two. The accolade highlights the global impact of IBI Group and Arcadis-CRTKL integration. February 1, 2024 — a leading global design and consultancy organization for natural and built assets, has been named in the prestigious 2024 World Architecture 100 list for the first time. With the remarkable achievement of securing second place in the ranking, as compiled by Building...
ADS Foundation donates $1 Million to the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Advanced Materials Center
Gift to support education of future scientists and engineers and further research on the repurposing of plastic waste DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier today, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (ADS) (NYSE: WMS), presented a gift of $1 million from the ADS Foundation to the University of Minnesota Duluth’s (UMD) Advanced Materials Center (AMC). ADS is a leading provider of innovative water management solutions in the stormwater and on-site septic wastewater industries, and one of the largest plastic...
Next Version of AISC N690 Available for Public Review
CHICAGO - A draft of the next edition of the AISC Specification for Safety-Related Steel Structures for Nuclear Facilities (AISC N690) is now available for public review and comment. The next edition of N690 will supersede the 2018 version. Proposed updates to the standard include: Updates to generally align with the 2022 edition of the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360) New provisions to address differential settlement and elevated temperatures Modification...
ATSSA honors three with national awards
Awards announced today at 54th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo SAN DIEGO – The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) today honored David Krahulec of Horizon Signal Technologies with the Industry Achievement Award in recognition of significant contributions to the roadway safety infrastructure industry including his dedication to promoting work zone safety. Krahulec was one of three people recognized with a national award during ATSSA’s 54th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo...
USGS PFAS in Tap Water Interactive Map How-To Video
U.S. Geological Survey scientists created an interactive map to help the public better understand the likelihood PFAS is in local tap water. This tool allows you to view data from a USGS study on PFAS in tap water as well as known PFAS sources around the country. Head to our YouTube training channel to watch Stephanie Gordon, a USGS physical scientist, demonstrate how to use this new web tool to explore detected PFAS and PFAS sources near you. Frequently called ‘forever chemical...
FMI Releases 2024 Engineering and Construction Industry Overview and First Quarter Outlook
RALEIGH, NC (February 1, 2024) – FMI Corporation, a leading provider of consulting and investment banking services to the built environment, released the 2024 North American Engineering and Construction Industry Overview today. The report provides a comprehensive forecast for a broad range of construction and engineering segments in the U.S. and Canada for 2024. Looking ahead, FMI expects engineering and construction spending forecast to end 2024 up 2% from 2023. Companies across the built en...
Trends February 2024
In this section, Informed Infrastructure compiles infographics from trusted sources that reveal insight on infrastructure spending. We also compile some of the top infrastructure stories that shouldn’t be missed. For ongoing news coverage, turn to Informed Infrastructure online (www.informedinfrastructure.com), our Twitter feed (@IInfrastructure) and our weekly e-newsletter. Rural Transportation Grant Program Tackles Disproportionally High Rate of Fatalities In December 202...
Geopolymer International Helping Build the Future of Sustainable Construction
Geopolymer International unveils innovative 3D printers and geopolymer solutions for reduced carbon emissions SUMMERVILLE, SC (JANUARY 2024) – The construction industry accounts for about 27% of global carbon emissions, and traditional cement (a.k.a. Portland cement) accounts for 8% of global carbon emissions[1], according to the World Economic Forum. These emissions can be mitigated by using more sustainable, local materials and through 3D printing. Geopolymer International specializes...
ACEC Urges House to Pass HR 7024 to Fix the Crippling R&D Tax Amortization Issue
Washington, DC — Today, American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) President and CEO Linda Bauer Darr released the following statement urging the U.S. House of Representatives to pass HR 7024 to fix the crippling R&D tax amortization issue: "ACEC strongly supports passage of HR 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, legislation that will provide small engineering companies with relief from crippling tax increases and restore incentives to promote cutting-edg...
JCJ Architecture Announces Significant Additions to Principal-Level Leadership
Senior-level professionals with Global and National reputations for excellence and innovation in design, project management, and strategic operations join the firm HARTFORD, CONN.—Jan 31, 2024—JCJ Architecture (JCJ), a forward-thinking and nationally ranked planning, architecture, and interior design practice, welcomes Shaowen Chou, AIA, LEED AP as Associate Principal and Senior Project Manager, and Raymond C. Bordwell, FAIA, LEED AP as Principal and Community Market Sector Leader. S...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
TriMet’s Banfield Type 1 Substation Replacement Project
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