Two AWC standards utilized throughout the nation for a code compliant design of wood shear walls are 2024 Wood Frame Construction Manual (WFCM) for One- and Two-Family Dwellings and 2021...
The basic principles of post-tensioned concrete for elevated structures will be discussed in a simplified manner to highlight their financial and engineering benefits. The webinar will specifically cover pre-compression, equivalent...
Part 3 of the series covers design and detailing requirements for pile caps subjected to combined vertical and lateral loads. Also included are design examples illustrating the proper application of...
Part 2 of the series covers design and detailing requirements for pile caps subjected to vertical loads.
Part 1 of the series provides an introduction to pile cap design, including loads, behavior, and general detailing requirements.
Nonstructural damage has accounted for the majority of damage observed in recent earthquakes in the United States. This seminar will clarify what non-structural components are, what the code requires in...
The latest edition of ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete was released at the end of January, 2025, although a printed version is still not available as of...
Get a concise, practical tour of Quick Anchor, a tool for designing cast-in-place and post-installed anchors per ACI 318 and IBC. In 60 minutes, we’ll walk through the interface, show...
Buckling restrained braced frames are a valuable tool in providing good seismic performance. The system has gained popularity in many applications, including in areas of moderate and even low seismicity,...
Mass timber continues to rise in popularity for its sustainability and structural performance - but ensuring the safety and longevity of these systems requires careful attention to connection design. This...