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Over the course of more than 175,000 projects, WJE engineers, architects, and materials have worked to extend the life of countless structures, improve our understanding of why materials and structures fail, and contribute to a safer and more durable built world. We’re passionate about our work and believe it is our responsibility to share our experiences and lessons learned for the enrichment of our clients and the advancement of our industry.
We hope you learn something new that helps you better understand and address a challenge you face in your own work.
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In this article, WJE structural engineers Arne Johnson (Northbrook) and Tanner Swenson... MORE >Concrete Rehabilitation Design for the Historic 3rd Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis, Minnesota -
Moderately alkaline pore solutions migrating through carbonated portland cement paste in contact... MORE >WJE Primer: Concrete Carbonation: Significance and Proper Testing -
While water infiltration at terrace doors can lead to significant in-service challenges, it is... MORE >Water Penetration Resistance at Terrace Doors Hinges on the Details -
How can educational institutions reevaluate or reimagine aging building assets? MORE >Reevaluating and Reimagining Building Assets -
Gates at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport were overhauled for the life safety, code... MORE >Case Study: Airport Fire Protection Design -
After several large concrete spalls fell from a catalytic reformer support structure at a... MORE >Asset Integrity Case Study: Catalytic Reformer Support Structure -
Over the past ten years, the terra cotta industry has made a resurgence as a modern cladding... MORE >The Terra Cotta Industry - The Future Is Bright -
The six basic components of typical light pole construction are examined MORE >WJE Primer: Maintaining Your Light Pole Inventory for Longer Service Life -
When an unexpected structural failure occurs, building owners imagine similar catastrophic... MORE >WJE Primer: Reacting Rationally to Unexpected Structural Failures -
Have codes kept up with the changes in the frequency and intensity of rainfalls? MORE >Rainfall Intensity Changes Over Time: Have the Codes Kept Pace? -
Lessons learned for planning a successful structural investigation MORE >Take Time to Save Time -
WJE research project used as basis for code changes to the 2022 edition of NFPA 13 MORE >Resolving ESFR Sprinkler Obstruction Challenges -
There are two phenomena associated with the root gap (or root opening) at the fillet weld root... MORE >Root Opening Considerations for Fillet Welds -
When reinforced concrete is exposed to fire, both the concrete and reinforcement may be altered,... MORE >Nondestructive Evaluation of Fire-Damaged Reinforced Concrete -
Not all facility-condition assessments are created equal MORE >Making the Case for Living, Breathing, Digital Facility-Condition Assessments -
Uncovering challenges and best practices to prevent failures caused by misalignment MORE >Circumference Weld Misalignment: Causes, Allowable Limits, and Mitigation
We regularly host webinars on interesting topics and challenges related to the built world. You’re encouraged to search through our library for subjects of interest to you. Watch, listen, and share these recordings with others, and join our webinar mailing list to receive invitations to upcoming live webinars. Attendees are eligible for American Institute of Architects Learning Units, which count toward licensing requirements for professional engineers in most states.
Whether you join us live or view a recording, we hope you'll learn something new that will help you in your work.
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SeismicOrdinances.com serves as a knowledge base for information regarding seismic assessment and retrofit requirements and relevant deadlines that pertain to seismic ordinances in various cities throughout California. The site covers both wood-frame soft-story structures and non-ductile concrete structures in the following cities: Alameda, Berkeley, Beverly Hills, Burbank, Carpinteria, Culver City, Fremont, Hayward, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Mountain View, Oakland, Pasadena, Richmond, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Torrance, and West Hollywood.
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