Getting Familiar With Forte
Forte is a program I have recently been using a lot more in my day-to-day life. Forte is a member
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Interrupted or Narrow Spread Footing Foundation
When the site has low to moderate swelling soil an interrupted or narrow spread footing may be used. The Geotechnical
Raft Slab-on-Grade Foundation
A Raft Slab-on-Grade foundation can be as simple as a 4” thick slab with no reinforcement and a shallow perimeter
Understanding Long-Term Losses in Post-Tension Tendons
As a structural designer, I started my career working on post-tension structures. Those of you who have been with us
Wind or Fallen Tree Damage Report by a Structural Engineer
Unfortunately, we are experiencing some high winds as the year ends. Although structures built in the last 20 years should
Progress Update on Modern Home in the Mountains
One of the greatest parts of being an architect or engineer is seeing a building come out of the ground.
Wall on Grade Foundation
Simple and cost effective, but limited in design capabilities. A wall on grade is just as simple as it sounds.
Steel Screw Pile Foundation
A deep foundation system that is gaining popularity in areas with difficult soil, contaminated soil and due to its speed
Interpreting Truss Shop Drawing Dimensions
Spend any time as a structural engineer that deals with residential structures and you will no doubt be asked to
Denver Engineers Not Surprised by New Post-Tension Rule
Good day! Your usual post–tension maniac here, with more exciting information on post-tensioning! A few months ago, I mentioned that
Agreements, Proposals and Contracts Used by Architects, Engineers and Contractors
There are no shortage of different forms for agreements, proposals and contracts in the design and construction industry. The base
Post-Tension Elongations: How Long is Too Long?
Recently, we’ve had a few projects where our post-tension elongations came up longer than expected. As you’ll recall from my
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