AISI Standards Council Small Project Fellowship Program Announces Winning Research Proposals
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Standards Council has selected five winning research proposals for its 2017 Small Project Fellowship Program, it was announced today. AISI’s Small Project Fellowship Program was launched in 2014 to identify and provide funding for research projects that will significantly impact the reliability, performance, and cost-competitiveness of cold-formed steel (CFS) framing products in a variety of end-use applications. The Small P...
Wood Construction Battles Climate Change through Carbon Storage
The building sector contributes up to 30% of global annual greenhouse gas emissions, thus it plays a vital role in mitigating climate change. Building with wood is a part of the solution, as wood is the only construction material that stores carbon. Wood products, like Kerto® LVL, have a surprisingly small carbon footprint during their lifecycle and can be used in practically all buildings to store carbon. One of the most important ways to mitigate climate change is to find new ways of capturi...
MCI Technology Preserving War - Destructed Monument and Symbol of Croatian Independence!
After being used for construction and rehabilitation of the most famous structures in the world such as the Pentagon, Empire State Building and Burj Khalifa, MCI® technology will be used to preserve Vukovar’s water tower hit more than 600 times during the siege of the city. Cortec® Corporation signed the donation agreement with the Mayor of Croatian City of Vukovar. The company donated funds for reconstruction of Vukovar water tower that was almost destroyed in 90’s during Croatian War of Ind...
Modine Offers Latest in Classroom HVAC Noise Reduction
Racine, Wis. – Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE: MOD), a leader in technology in the HVAC industry, has introduced the STUDY Package, an upgrade to their ClassMate vertical unit which achieves the highest standard for noise reduction in its class. With a redesigned cabinet to reduce air flow velocity, and a redesigned baffle for improved air flow path, the ClassMate with STUDY Package was developed to meet background noise pre-requisites for LEED-designed facilities. “We conducted extensive...
Strong 2016 Housing Starts Increase Demand for Superior Walls Precast Foundations
New Holland, PA - A record-setting year of double-digit growth at Superior Walls serves as an indicator that the robust housing market will continue to expand in 2017. Led by unprecedented demand for precast concrete foundation systems in markets throughout Michigan and New Jersey, the company saw escalating sales system-wide in 2016. "There are distinct pockets of new home construction --- such as in the Midwest, New Jersey and even the Pittsburgh area --- where our business is going gangbuste...
Oldcastle Precast Supplies Retaining Wall System for PENNDOT’s Largest Project Ever
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (September 2016) – Oldcastle Precast, a specialist in manufacturing precast concrete components used in heavy highway and bridge construction, has supplied over 330,000-square-feet of The Neel Company’s Pennsylvania Department of Transportation approved T-WALL® Retaining Wall System for Philadelphia’s Interstate 95 Corridor Reconstruction Project. Ultimately, on separate contracts for Interstate-95 sections CP1, CP2, GR2, and GR3, Easton-based Oldcastle Precast manufactured...
From Roof to Foundation: Consult an Expert When Selecting Appropriate Waterproofing System for Any Structure
St. Louis, MO - Severe weather can cause extensive damage to a structure's roof, foundation, interior and more if not properly waterproofed. Waterproofing plays an extremely important role in protecting every aspect of a structure's construction. Knowing which waterproofing coverage to specify for a particular structure is more than just a science; it is an art form. Consulting with an experienced specialty contractor for the best waterproofing options available will ensure a quality job that...
Idaho Falls and Nampa Facilities Earn Top 25 Score for Quality in NPCA’s Plant Certification Program
IDAHO FALLS -- NAMPA, Idaho – Two Oldcastle Precast Idaho facilities, Idaho Falls and Nampa, received the 2015 Quality Merit Award for outstanding commitment to quality from the National Precast Concrete Association in recognition for scoring in the top 25 in their annual NPCA Plant Certification Program. Where about 400 plants participated, Idaho Falls and Nampa both scored in the top 25. This achievement ranks Oldcastle Precast’s Idaho Falls and Nampa plants in the top seven percent of all...
Tallest Wooden Building in the Netherlands to be Built in Amsterdam
Arup has been selected to develop HAUT, the highest wooden residential building in the world to date, counting 21 floors. We will work in partnership with Lingotto, Nicole Maarsen, TEAM V Architecture and Nederlandse Energie Maatschappij. The 73 metre high residential tower located in the Amstelkwartier will include 55 apartments, public plinth Hortus bicycles and an underground car park. It will have a total gross floor area of approximately 14,500 m2 and is to receive the BREEAM Outstanding l...
BIM Scores at San Jose Earthquakes’ New Stadium
Designed to provide the best possible experience for Major League Soccer fans, Avaya Stadium is among the world’s most technically and structurally advanced stadiums. By Edgar Enchano When flying into the San Jose International Airport, you can’t help but notice Avaya Stadium. Home to the San Jose Earthquakes, the $100-million, 18,000-seat stadium on Coleman Ave. rose from the dust of a long-abandoned factory adjacent to the airport. Designed to deliver a premium experience to soccer fans, t...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
