Tag: Codes and Standards

An integral part of building codes in the United States, ASCE 7 is vital in the daily practice of civil engineers, building officials, and architects. ASCE 7 Online provides a faster, easier way for engineers to work with ASCE 7.

Technical updates to the latest edition of ASCE/SEI 43 ensure the proper design of nuclear facilities.

ASCE is seeking comments on two professional standards this spring.

After almost 60 years of dragging its feet, the U.S. government prepares to retire the historical unit of measure.

A new ASCE Manual of Practice brings much-needed consistency to criteria for tall buildings specific to wind effects.

ASCE is conducting a public comment period on the new standard activity ASCE/COS 73-XX Standard Requirements for Sustainable Infrastructure, open now through Jan. 18.

A partially constructed reinforced-concrete pedestrian bridge collapsed during a post-tensioning operation. The bridge designer contests the government's findings.

Researchers at the University of Kentucky are pioneering a family of lightweight CFRP composite products.