Many factors impact the choice of steel construction in the U.S. How can a structural engineer stay nimble and creative in utilizing steel construction? Here are a few tips regarding the market, considering roof penetration framing as an example. …
The Pacific Rim, or The Ring of Fire, is commonly known as the area bordering the Pacific Ocean that attracts a high volume of seismic and volcanic activity from shifting plate tectonics. Over the past 100 years, 90 percent of earthquakes and 75 percent of volcanic eruptions have occurred in the Pac Rim, making it one of the most active and destructive areas in the world. With the recent influx of high-magnitude earthquakes over the past few years, we are reminded of the importance of seismic protection and its value in safeguarding some of our world’s most precious structural assets. …