Tag: Engineering
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55 Willoughby: Engineering Marvel in Brooklyn Relies on PT Transfer Beams
Where a cantilevered concrete system may be a fairly common feature in today’s concrete buildings, a cantilevered concrete system that the majority of the building rests above draws some attention. The 55 Willoughby tower stands at 468 ft. tall in downtown Brooklyn (46 stories). The engineering team at DeSimone Consulting Engineering had to tap into…
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Newforma Appoints New SVP of Engineering While Advancing AI Strategy
Newforma has appointed Benjamin Bazso as senior vice president of engineering as the company advances its artificial intelligence strategy for the architecture, engineering, construction and owner (AECO) industry. A veteran of Samsung Ads and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Bazso will oversee development of tools designed to improve project and information management. The company said it will…
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Cobalt Iron Names Joshua Pressnell VP of Engineering
Cobalt Iron, a leading provider of SaaS-based enterprise data protection, today announced the appointment of Joshua Pressnell as vice president of engineering. Based in Ohio, Pressnell will draw on his diverse background in defense systems, mobile applications, and enterprise software to further strengthen Cobalt Iron’s engineering organization and drive innovation across its Compass® enterprise data…
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Government urged to refine foundation apprenticeships strategy
EngineeringUK is urging the government to implement a series of recommendations to help refine foundation apprenticeships. In a new report, Pathways to success: shaping foundation apprenticeships in engineering and technology, EngineeringUK sets out seven criteria for the government to consider: Objectives are clear and complement other policies. Sectors with demand for level 2 foundation apprentices are identified.…
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McClure Engineering Hires New COO
McClure Engineering, a St. Louis-based mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm, hired Lisa Whealon as its new COO. In her role, Whealon will lead, support, and oversee the business operations of the growing MEP firm. Working closely with the firm’s CEO and CFO, Whealon will provide critical input for key decisions across virtually every aspect…
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ECITB reviews occupational standards for pipefitters
Andrew Hockey, CEO at the ECITB, said: “National Occupational Standards are the bedrock of our training, tests and qualifications as they specify the required skills, knowledge and understanding for competent performance in various jobs and sectors. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Engineering in Harsh Environments: From Survival to Mastery
The history of engineering is a history of pushing limits. Bridges span rivers once thought impossible to cross, ships traverse the polar seas, and machinery operates kilometers underground or deep beneath the ocean surface. None of this would be possible without the ability to adapt to harsh environments, places where natural or operational conditions actively…
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Engineering Uptime & Profitability in Today’s Small Engine
Across demanding industries like landscaping, construction, and equipment rental, performance is non-negotiable. Business profitability and jobsite productivity depend on reliable and efficient power sources. However, the core technology powering these machines have undergone significant changes in recent years. Today’s commercial-grade small engines deliver maximum uptime, reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) and peak performance. Modern…
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RMF Engineering Names Two New Company Shareholders
RMF Engineering, a leader in full-service MEP engineering, announces the addition of two new shareholders in the company: Eric Chrencik, PE, and Taylor Thompson, PE. “The continual growth of our firm creates the opportunity to offer ownership to members of our team who exemplify strong leadership, good judgement, and commitment to client service,” said Richard J.…
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RDO Equipment Co. and Montana State University Team Up to Bring Real-World Machine Control Training to Civil Engineering Students
Montana State University (MSU) has partnered with RDO Equipment Co. to launch a hands-on training program that gives civil engineering students practical exposure to the latest surveying and machine control technology used on today’s construction sites. The four-week course module introduces students to Topcon Positioning Systems and SmartGrade machine control systems through real jobsite experiences,…