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From the Ground Up: Deep Foundations
Strong foundations start deep below the surface. When Deep Foundations Are Needed Sometimes the existing soils on a project are not capable of supporting the desired weight of a structure. This can...
From the Ground Up: Structural Steel Inspections
Structural steel inspections confirm alignment, connections, and weld quality before loads are transferred through a structure...
From the Ground Up: Soil testing in the lab
Soil and aggregate testing in the lab helps ensure materials meet project requirements before they’re used in the field...
Expanding the American Civil War Museum at Richmond’s Historic Tredegar
The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar required careful engineering to allow new construction beside historic structures while protecting Richmond’s industrial past...
From the Ground Up: Concrete Testing – Lab
Concrete cylinders are tested in the laboratory to measure compressive strength and confirm that concrete continues to perform as expected after placement...
From the Ground Up: Concrete Testing On-Site
Field concrete testing verifies slump, air content, temperature, and strength so concrete performs as designed during construction...
From the Ground Up: Earthworks Part I
Earthworks prepare a site for construction by shaping, grading, and stabilizing soil before foundations and infrastructure are built...
