Category: #engineers
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Trystar Launches ChargePak Portable Battery Testing System
Trystar is proud to announce the launch of its new ChargePak Portable Battery Testing System (BTS), expanding its robust lineup of power storage solutions designed for electrical utility, substation, and remote field applications; and helping identify and mitigate potential battery issues before costly system failures. Today’s utility substation managers and operators are increasingly challenged to…
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gmp Architects Reveal New Sustainable Olympic Complex in Wuxi
A global leader in stadiums and multiuse arenas, gmp Architects has announced the fast-tracked construction of a highly sustainable new Olympic sports complex in Wuxi, China, a major city just west of Shanghai. Now substantially underway on a large wetland site, the Wuxi Olympic Sports Center includes a stadium for 60,000 spectators, a multipurpose arena with a…
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Why Construction Specifications Are Getting More Complex
Construction specifications have evolved dramatically over the past decade. What once might have been a straightforward 200-page document has ballooned into comprehensive technical requirements spanning 500+ pages with increasingly granular detail. For general contractors and specialty subcontractors managing commercial projects, this complexity isn’t just an administrative burden – it’s reshaping timelines, budgets, and risk profiles…
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Trimble Expands Partnership with Global Engineering Charity
Trimble today expanded its strategic partnership with the Engineers Without Borders network, facilitated by Engineers Without Borders (EWB) International. This collaboration significantly expands Trimble’s existing support of Engineers Without Borders by providing a substantial monetary donation, essential hardware, software and specialized training expertise for international projects. Trimble has been a long-term supporter of EWB’s mission…
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MAGIC EAGLE® Launches EagleCam 5: AI, 5MP, No-SIM Cellular
In a world where the outdoors doesn’t wait, neither should your gear. On August 15, MAGIC EAGLE®, a next-generation trail camera brand founded by engineers and outdoor enthusiasts, will officially launch its flagship and the first product: EagleCam 5, a smart, AI-powered cellular trail camera designed for serious hunters, wildlife observers, and landowners who demand real-time performance,…
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RLB Q2 Cost Report Highlights Strategic Construction Insights
In a market full of “uncertainty,” the Q2 2025 Quarterly Construction Cost Report from Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) cuts through the noise, offering discerning business stakeholders a vital strategic advantage. The report is a comprehensive analysis of the underlying forces shaping the construction industry, providing the intelligence needed to invest confidently and wisely. “There’s no shortage…
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PermitUsNow Helps Kerrville Owners Permit After Floods
In the wake of the catastrophic floods that struck Kerrville and Kerr County on July 3, 2025, PermitUsNow, a leading construction permitting firm, is stepping up to guide homeowners and businesses through the critical permitting process required to rebuild. With extensive experience securing permits for projects across Texas — from retail to residential to large-scale commercial…
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John Von Bargen Helped Redefine Air Pollution Control
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Before compliance was a buzzword—before “sustainability” made headlines—John Von Bargen was rewriting the rulebook for American industry. As Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE) accelerates toward its 25th anniversary, Von Bargen’s legacy remains the foundation of one of the world’s most trusted engineering firms in CleanAir Solutions™. A chemical engineer with zero patience for mediocrity, Von Bargen started…
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Groundbreaking for $75M Farmingdale College Computer Sci Center
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the leadership of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, State University Construction Fund, Farmingdale State College (FSC) and Urbahn Architects celebrated the groundbreaking of Farmingdale State College’s new state-of-the-art Computer Sciences Center, a part of the Governor’s efforts to advance science and technology research and economic opportunities…
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Won-Door FireGuard Slim™ Replaces Swing Fire Doors
Won-Door has introduced the new FireGuard Slim™ door model, a cost-effective, accordion-style door designed to replace traditional fire-rated swing doors. FireGuard Slim enhances the design appeal and traffic flow of narrow-corridor and small-opening applications. According to Won-Door General Manager Johnny Cordero, “Slim allows architects to create open and inviting buildings while offering trouble-free operation. With no exposed…