In consulting engineering practice, structural engineers face new ethical issues from time to time. One such occurrence happened recently when our firm was asked to take over a project started by another engineer. Unfortunately, taking over a project started by another engineer has legal and ethical implications, and my research found little written material on the subject.
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Yearly Archives : 2022
Over the past few years, a clear trend has emerged in major sports facility designs in the form of lightweight, transparent, and translucent materials for roofing and façade applications.
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FEMA Says Expanded Use of International Codes Will Help Prevent Loss of Life
On June 1, 2022, the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell announced a National Initiative to Advance Building Codes, a new government-wide effort to boost national resiliency and reduce energy costs. Under the initiative, U.S. federal departments and agencies will review federal funding and financing of building construction to ensure projects follow updated model codes and provide incentives and support for communities to adopt modern building codes. In addition, members of the Mitigation Framework Leadership Group (MitFLG) will review their infrastructure grantmaking processes to ensure that they align with and support the adoption and use of current editions of the International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC). FEMA chairs the MitFLG, which consists of another 13 federal agencies, including the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Department of Energy (DOE), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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I believe that embracing flexible work environments can benefit the SE industry, firms, and employees – if the industry is willing to put in the effort to incorporate the change. It is time to create a new normal. I urge SE leaders to embrace the disruption caused by the pandemic and to grow and adapt instead of trying to “return to normal.” STRUCTURE’s April 2022 Editorial suggested that it was not possible to replicate one-on-one mentoring through an internet connection. I beg to differ.
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The NCSEA Special Awards are bestowed on individuals who exemplify outstanding service and commitment to the association and the structural engineering field. These dedicated servants, committed volunteers, and industry leaders were recognized and applauded at the Awards Celebration held Thursday, November 3, at the NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit. Congratulations to this year’s best and brightest!
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The SEI Bridge the Gap program provides small grant funding from the SEI Futures Fund for eligible local SEI Chapters to run innovative programs promoting student and professional member interaction to attract and retain students as life-long, active SEI members. Funds were granted this cycle for SEI Graduate Student Chapters at the University of Cincinnati, Oregon State University, and University of Texas, Arlington, and to professional SEI Chapters – East Central Florida, Illinois, and Lehigh Valley.
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How to Prevent Small Projects from Becoming Big Problems
Online October 31 through November 18, 2022
Smaller projects can be a core revenue driver for engineering firm project managers and firm principals. But, smaller projects still have the potential to carry significant risks that can drag on resources, profitability, and client satisfaction. The good news is that you can ensure that even the smallest projects deliver maximum profits with the right set of skills in your toolbox.
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Relationship aligns efforts to collaborate on the use of nonmetallic materials in the built environment
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A new chair, vice chair, and two new members have been elected to APA – The Engineered Wood Association’s Board of Trustees.
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Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, introduced today the HS Hanger Selector web app, which uses 3D visualization along with calculations based on specific user input to help designers and builders find the most cost-effective joist, truss, and multi-truss hangers based on installation type, hanger options, and demand load.
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