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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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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 -
Deterioration of older reinforced concrete structures is commonly caused by one or more of four... MORE >Lessons in Galvanic Cathodic Protection Technology from Soldier Field and the Franklin Avenue Bridge -
Managing water infiltration on mass masonry buildings and Owner's expectations is an iterative... MORE >Jackson Condominiums Water Infiltration: Understanding Expectations and Intent -
Technical brief for an FHWA-sponsored project that explores the use of small unmanned aerial... MORE >Use of Small Unmanned Aerial Systems for Bridge Inspection -
Steeple investigations of historic churches can expose unsuspected deterioration or impaired... MORE >Measuring Up to Steeple Remediation -
The effects of vibrations from human traffic and construction on museum collections are examined MORE >Vibrations and Museum Collections, Part 1 -
Should facade access equipment be load tested to full strength or half strength? MORE >WJE Primer: Load Testing of Facade Access Equipment -
Steepness counts when it comes to the longevity of slate roofing. MORE >WJE Primer: Never Too Steep -
As designers and stewards of our built environment, the public trust is safeguarded when we take... MORE >Conservation and Fire Science: A Delicate Balance -
A common misconception is that historical building styles and articulation were mere aesthetic... MORE >When Form Really Does Follow Function: Aesthetics Informed by Environmental Conditions -
Long-term repair approaches and techniques are discussed using various project examples from... MORE >Terra Cotta Skyscrapers
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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If you’re planning your next meeting or conference and need a knowledgeable and experienced speaker to address industry challenges and solutions related to structural, architectural, and materials problems in new and existing structures, please contact us today.FacadeOrdinance.com contains general information regarding facade ordinances in various cities throughout the United States. The site contains information, deadlines, and timelines on facade ordinances for Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Jersey City, Milwaukee, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, and St. Louis.
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.
SustainableConcrete.com provides information about the many considerations that need to be made when specifying, evaluating, and constructing sustainable concrete. We are intimately knowledgeable of the industry trend towards sustainable concrete and ready to help our clients navigate these changes through comprehensive and innovative problem-solving.
