Deep Foundations, Part One: Intro
What are Deep Foundations? Deep foundations refer to structural elements that are used to transfer loads from the superstructure of
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Deep Foundations, Part Four: Type Comparisons
Construction Cost Comparison Between Auger Cast Pile and Drilled Shaft The economic evaluation of auger cast piles and drilled shaft
Deep Foundations, Part Three: Types
Driven Pile Foundations Driven piles (precast piles) are prefabricated elements (timber, steel, or concrete), which are driven into the ground
Deep Foundations, Part Two: Comparison with Shallow Foundations
When selecting a foundation system, one of the key considerations is whether to use deep foundations or shallow foundations. Let’s
Lateral Force Resisting System 101 – Basics
Introducing the Basics This article is the first in a series discussing the lateral force resisting system (LFRS) for buildings.
Improving Performance of Wood I-Joists
Engineers, homeowners, and contractors will confuse floor performance with structural integrity. A structurally sound floor may not perform as well
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
Challenges to Providing Affordable Housing
One of the greatest hurdles that faces the housing industry (and likely one of the direct causes of the housing
Firehouse No. 5: Mixed-Use Remodel
EVstudio’s Structural and Civil Engineering teams have joined Infinity Property Collection and Meridian 105 Architecture to work on an exciting update and adaptive
Void in Footers – Purposes and Different Void Systems
Void In Footers One of the main elements that EVstudio Inspectors look for when observing footers is that void is
DIY Home Realities
It all started a few months ago when I bought a house, an older gentleman’s house to be exact. The
Snicker-Snack! Post-Tension Tendon Finishing Options
Long ago, when I started my career, a contractor asked me if he could use a concrete saw to “cut
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