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🔥🌉Integrating fire safety into bridge design is essential for resilient infrastructure 🌉🔥 Recent and past bridge fires, with their significant disruptions and economic impacts, highlight the need to Design Better future infrastructures and Build Back Better damaged ones, promoting sustainable development and enhancing societal resilience. But how can we achieve this? We believe the answer lies in a holistic engineering approach that integrates: 🔹 Design methods focused on controlling fire dynamics  🔹 Multi-hazard design principles that exploit cross-hazard synergies 🔹 Future-oriented risk modelling frameworks that capture the evolving nature of our built environment (e.g. climate change, expanding cities, and informal settlements). Check out our paper in Nature Communications for more insights! This work reflects the combined perspectives of myself, Bosibori B. (Kounkuey Design Initiative), Prof Carmine Galasso (UCL), Prof Maria E. Moreyra Garlock (Princeton University), Dr Joe Mulligan (Kounkuey Design Initiative and KTH Royal Institute of Technology), Dr Spencer Quiel (Lehigh University), and Prof Jose Torero (UCL). 💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/em9SaD4K

Integrating fire safety into bridge design is essential for resilient infrastructure

LWF's latest fire engineering blog is talking about limiting noise levels from smoke extraction at the design stage to ensure fire/voice alarm systems can be heard - read more - https://rebrand.ly/lwffe68 #fireengineering #firesafety #fireprotection #fireprecautions #smokecontrol #firealarmsystem #architect #architects #architecture #buildingdesign #construction

Listed buildings are particularly vulnerable to damage from vibration, moisture ingress, or ground settlement during nearby works or refurbishment. That is why advanced automatic sensor monitoring solutions play an essential role in the retrofitting of historic assets, writes Murphy Geospatial's Matthias Gropp. You can discover more about this technology and a recent project where it was deployed in Construction Management magazine. #Heritage #Retrofitting #Construction

Mega-skyscrapers have reshaped urban landscapes, but their construction and operation come with unique fire safety challenges. https://lnkd.in/ejHhDhxF #TowerFasteners #TowerFastenersEU #Science #Engineering #SkyScrapers #TowerBlog #FireSafety

LWF's latest fire engineering blog for Architects & others talks opposed air flow systems in relation to cross-ventilation and smoke control. Read more - https://rebrand.ly/lwffe73 #fireengineering #fireprotection #firefighting #smokecontrol #firesafety #architect #architecture #buildingdesign #construction

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🛡️ The Vital Role of Building Envelope Maintenance 🏡 In the world of construction, let's talk about the silent defender—our Building Envelope. 🌐 🌬️ Against the Elements The building envelope is our shield against the elements—rain, wind, heat, and everything in between. It's not just walls; it's the invisible armor that maintains the integrity of our spaces. 💼 Business Continuity Imagine the impact of a compromised shield. Regular maintenance of the building envelope isn't just upkeep; it's an investment in business continuity. It ensures that our workplaces remain resilient, secure, and conducive to productivity. 🔍 Detect and Correct Proactive maintenance is the key. Regular inspections allow us to detect vulnerabilities before they become costly challenges. It's about staying one step ahead, preserving the longevity of our structures. 💪 Strength in Prevention Maintenance isn't just about fixing problems; it's about preventing them. A well-maintained building envelope is a testament to our commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and the overall well-being of those within. 🌍 Let's Uphold the Shield Together As professionals in the built environment, let's champion the cause of building envelope maintenance. Share your insights, experiences, and best practices. Together, we ensure that our structures stand tall, resilient against the external forces that seek to challenge them. #BuildingMaintenance #BuiltEnvironment #Construction #BuildingEnvelope #FacilityManagement #ProactiveMaintenance

The importance of building envelope as we improve energy codes, appreciate durability and the necessity for air tightness is ever increasing. Reach out to Nick with all your questions.

With aging buildings and infrastructure under increasing pressure from climate change, structural engineers are raising concerns. In a new interview, NCSEA President Chris Cerino emphasizes the need for proper maintenance and funding. Dive into the survey results and understand the challenges ahead. 🚧Read the Construction Dive article: https://lnkd.in/gxZXqNXP 📊See the survey results: https://lnkd.in/gJw-jVCT