Category Archives: General

Building information modeling for the owner

One of the most exciting developments today in the structural engineering studio is integrating 3D [...]

Structural steel unites trends in structural engineering

Several trends in structural engineering all involve structural steel right now. That points to the [...]

Sculptors have engineering challenges, too

Every civil engineering project shares one common element: the environment. Every structure has to fit [...]

Seismic analysis: an essential part of structural engineering

One objective of structural engineering is to protect against the catastrophic damage an earthquake can [...]

Profile of an engineer: Carl Greene, Principal – Consulting Manager, Roofing & Paving

When it comes to questions about roofing projects, McNeil Engineering’s top roofing consultant is Carl [...]

What is laser scanning and how does it help you?

As a tool, laser scanning is finding more and more applications in a wide range [...]

Engineering the intelligent building

There’s a lot of talk about smart building design and smart building technology. It promises [...]

Zero Scape or Xeriscape?

How many times have we all heard somebody say “zero-scape”? Sounds interesting…except it’s “xeriscape”, not [...]

How structural engineering can reduce waste

Structural engineering can help solve a problem that’s getting a lot of attention today: waste. [...]

Expect to see more digital technology in engineering

When you visit a construction site in 2019, don’t be surprised to see the civil [...]