New Innovative Plumbing Techniques Reach Denver
According to the Denver Post, Colorado is the “the second-fastest growing state in the U.S.,” with migration to the state
Category: MEP
Understanding Xcel Design Requirements for Transformer Rooms
There are several design requirements that must be met in order to provide a transformer room within the building for
Architect Project Delivery with Design Build Mechanical and Electrical
In a traditional design/bid/build project delivery the architect hires the engineers and the engineering drawings are part of the bid
Locating Plumbing Fixtures on Exterior Walls
As a Colorado engineer, I see many cases of plumbing fixtures being located on exterior walls. This may not be
Fire Resistance Treatments for Wood
Not all fire resistance treatments for wood are the same. Over the past few months, I have been learning about
The Clubhouse at Fairway Villas for Oakwood Homes
In the clubhouse, there is an exercise room, multi-purpose rooms for the many clubs and planned activities, kitchen/bar, dining area,
What in the World is a Ufer Ground?
In EVstudio’s structural engineering practice this question comes up almost every week. In contemporary construction, a ufer is a concrete
Python Scripting to Orient Nested Tags in Revit
In my last post on nested tags I went into detail on how to connect and nest a label object within
Creating Nested Tags in Revit Families
Often, when creating a family in Revit, such as an electrical switch or receptacle, there are a number of varieties
Solatube – Daylighting Alternative
Our office recently participated in a lunch and learn featuring Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices hosted by Scott Beckman of SolarGreen.
Engineering License in Texas
I finally got my fingerprinting done (2 hours of my life I will never get back) to send to Texas
EVstudio Announces New Director of MEP Engineering
If you haven’t been into our offices lately, you may not have met Shane Donalson, PE. Shane and his family
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