Protected: Calculating Site Specific Wall Wind Pressures For Windows, Doors, & Garage Doors
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Design of Padel and Outdoor Sports Courts in the United States
Design of Padel and Outdoor Sports Courts in the United States Padel courts and outdoor sports facilities, while relatively simple in appearance, are governed in the United States by a comprehensive set of structural, safety, and regulatory requirements. Their design involves not only classical civil and structural engineering considerations, but also strict compliance with building …
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Engineering Tiki Huts in Florida: Tribal Exemption Limits and Code-Compliant Design
Engineering Tiki Huts in Florida: Tribal Exemption Limits and Code-Compliant Design Florida recognizes an exemption allowing Native American tribes—primarily the Seminole Tribe—to construct traditional chickee or tiki huts without full compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC) when built on tribal lands. This exemption exists due to tribal sovereignty and cultural preservation of traditional building methods. Structural …
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Virtual inspections for PEs in U.S. buildings
Virtual inspections for PEs in U.S. buildings Virtual inspections moved from a pandemic workaround to a mainstream option in many U.S. jurisdictions, but what’s allowed by a building department is not always the same as what a Professional Engineer (PE) can responsibly certify under licensure rules, standard of care, and contract/insurance constraints. What is a …
Understanding The Material Cost Saving of Using An Engineering Express Calculator
See this article to help illustrate the significant time and cost savings of accessing engineering through an Engineering Design-aid calculator to help quote and pre-engineer your projects prior to engaging with engineering firms.
Window and Door Shimming: Code Requirements and Engineering Reality
Window and Door Shimming: Code Requirements and Engineering Reality Improper shimming is a structural installation defect, not a cosmetic issue. It becomes most critical when there is a large gap between the window or door frame and the structural buck. If that gap is not correctly bridged, the installation cannot perform as designed—regardless of sealants …
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Building Component Design Discovery Phase And The Following Engineering Process Explained
About Engineering Express’s Building Component Design Process Analyzing and engineering building products is complex — But it doesn’t have to be. With over 30 years of experience, Engineering Express has built a proven, systemized workflow that streamlines product engineering for manufacturers and the dealers who depend on it for permitting and construction. Let’s take a …
How To Submit A Request For An Engineering Evaluation of Doors and Other Openings For Certification
Determining Pressure Ratings For Doors (or Windows) With Alternate Components Exterior doors exposed to weather are approved to withstand design pressures for a variety of conditions. Sometimes, though, the door type you want to use doesn’t match the product approval. This article explores how such a change is evaluated by an engineer to provide a …
Understanding the 3 Types of Glazing Supports
See this article for a breakdown of the three most common types of window / door / glazing support mullions in our articles section. Learn the difference between a mullion, supporting frame, and structural column and how they are used in a construction project.
Glass Aspect Ratio Limitations in Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)
When A Glazed Opening Isn’t Exactly Square Often times a glazing product is approved for large missile impact, but requires a field modification for size. While the tested span cannot be exceeded and still meet the building code’s large missile impact requirements, the aspect ratio (the length to width ratio) can be altered so long …
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Understanding Fence Design: Key Considerations and Code Requirements
Fences – An Overview Fences serve multiple purposes, from enhancing privacy and security to defining property boundaries and improving aesthetics. However, a well-designed fence isn’t just about appearance, it must also comply with building codes to ensure safety, durability, and structural integrity. This article explores common fence designs and the key regulations that apply to …
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Guide To Mechanical Unit Permits and Engineering Requirements In Florida & The US
Mechanical Equipment Design – A National Requirement Generally speaking, building codes are national in nature, but are adopted locally for unique geographic conditions. While national codes require designing code-compliant structures during design events, areas such as South Florida take the lead on high-wind requirements for rooftop mechanical units & serve as a guide for design …
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The Ultimate Guide To Creating A Window – Door Retrofit Permit Package In South Florida & Beyond
How To Apply For A Retrofit Window-Door-Garage Door Permit In South Florida & Beyond Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties have adopted a unique set of rules for permitting window and door replacements (alteration level 1). Other coastal counties across the US are catching on, so the process applies when needed. While there are variations …
How To Calculate Porosity of a Louver – Sign – Fence Per ASCE 7
Porosity – How ‘Open’ A Surface Is – Explained The porosity of open structures is defined in ASCE-7 standard under ‘open signs’ (chapter 29, as of ASCE 7-22). This standard explains that the permeable (wind) porosity of a surface isn’t always equivalent to the calculated visual porosity. Left: mechanically articulating louvers that can reach a …
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How To Determine Uplift Reactions For Canopies-Carports-Pergolas
Canopies & Wind Uplift – An Introduction First, Understand This A backyard canopy or pergola, trellis, or a lightweight sunroom/screen room attached to the back of your house are of relatively very little weight and are typically lighter in construction than the structure to which they are attached to. Also, consider that a house wall …
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What is a delegate engineer and what are their responsibilities
What is a Delegate Engineer? A Delegate Engineer is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) entrusted with a defined scope of work on a project. Acting as the engineer of record for that scope in particular, they are responsible for producing, signing, and sealing their own drawings and calculations. They must also coordinate closely with the …
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