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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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When an existing structural steel floor framing system requires strengthening, consider adding... MORE >WJE Primer: Strengthening of Existing Structural Steel Floor Framing with Headed Shear Connectors -
Changes to the building, contents, operations and water supply often occur, affecting the... MORE >Existing Systems: Reviewing the Design -
Whether purchasing an existing building or preparing a capital improvement plan, understanding... MORE >WJE Primer: Property Condition Assessments - Fire Alarm and Emergency Communication Systems -
Trowel-applied and precast plug repairs are discussed as two options to remediate post-tensioned... MORE >Post-Tensioned Anchorage Pocket Repairs -
Wood treated with waterborne preservatives (such as that subjected to exterior conditions)... MORE >Discussion of Modified Wood -
The MRCA commissioned a research and testing program to investigate the effect on bond capacity... MORE >Findings of Low-Rise Foam Adhesive Test Program -
Learn the benefits of employing an optional strategy to evaluate flaws when welding to AWS D1.1 MORE >Recommendations for Developing Alternative Flaw Acceptance Criteria for Structural Steel Welds -
New building projects should consider the impacts of demolition, excavation, dewatering, and... MORE >WJE Primer: An Overview of Risks in Adjacent Demolition and Construction -
This study aims to detect spaces with potential problems that causes energy overconsumption,... MORE >BIM—Energy Simulation Approach for Detecting Building Spaces with Faults and Problematic Behavior -
Biogenic sulfuric acid attack is probably the most common and most severe biodegradation... MORE >Biogenic Sulfuric Acid Attack and Case Studies -
This article discusses the evaluation and possible retrofit of roof diaphragms when certain... MORE >The IEBC's Roof Diaphragm Evaluation Requirements -
Thermal movement in copper gutter liners and the incorporation of expansion joints MORE >WJE Primer: Copper's Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Varies, But to Little Effect -
Air-filled blisters are examined in this case-study of a tilt-up concrete warehouse that showed... MORE >Blistering Coating on Tilt-Up Concrete -
Hygrothermal performance of wall assemblies is exceptionally complex—a function of numerous... MORE >ASHRAE 90.1 and Cold-Weather Condensation -
This article explores the history of the weight classification and nomenclature of... MORE >When is No. 30 Asphalt Felt Not No. 30 Asphalt Felt? -
Alkali-silica reaction (ASR) is a common distress mechanism associated with certain aggregates... MORE >ASR-Related Distress in Floor Coatings
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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Experience our capabilities, project work, laboratories, and company culture as told by our staff and clients in this selection of videos.
Our professionals are leaders in key industry organizations and technical committees and regularly contribute to the ongoing dialogue of the built world at conferences and other educational forums. Check back soon to see where our experts will be speaking next.
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