News Type Application
Industrial | Structural
What To Consider in the Selection of Pipe Supports
In any industrial setting where facilities need to include networks of pipes, pipe supports are also necessary to hold them safely in place. Pipe supports transmit the weight from the pipes onto surrounding structures. They account for the weight of the pipes themselves, their internal contents, and any parts attached to the pipes. By taking […]
Commercial | Parks & Rec
Why Plastic Lumber Enclosures Are Ideal for Zoos
Constructing a zoo presents unique challenges because the facilities must meet the needs of a plethora of exotic animal species. In addition, the zoo’s design must be practical and visually appealing for the people who visit as well. When considering how to build animal enclosures, a material that can satisfy all these requirements is plastic […]
Industrial | Structural
Common Retaining Wall Failures
In hilly areas, retaining walls are common sights because of how useful they are. These structures help to prevent earth from eroding off a slope and also allow for people to transform curved land into several levels of flat ground. Through retaining walls, property owners can prevent unwanted changes to their landscape and better utilize […]
Marine | Residential | Structural
Considerations for Floating Boat Dock Design
Many times, we think of the ability to float as a characteristic reserved solely for moving vessels in the water or small objects. But you can also design dock structures that float on top of the water’s surface instead of setting them firmly into the ground. This style of dock can be advantageous because it […]
Marine | Structural
The Different Types of Groynes
Groynes are human-made structures that protrude perpendicularly from coastal shorelines. Their purpose is to disrupt the natural flow of water and prevent sediment from moving away from the area. Put more simply: they serve to limit erosion. Engineers may design them to act alone or together with other protective structures, such as retaining walls, which […]
Commercial | Parks & Rec | Residential
The Benefits of Recycled Plastic Lumber for Landscaping
Plastic lumber is a unique material that is ideal for outdoor applications because it is strong and also visually appealing. It can therefore work efficaciously for landscaping, where it is able to meet all the demands of the structures it comprises. To understand how this building material may be useful to you, read about some […]
