The Structural Engineering Podcast

Structural engineering podcast by Max and Zach. Join in weekly as we discuss structural engineering topics and experiences.

Episode 61 - Mighty Buildings 06/17/2021

Episode 61 - Mighty Buildings In this episode we talk with Sam Ruben, the Co-founder of Mighty Buildings, a company attempting to change the way we build residential and even commercial structures through 3D printing. At the SEP we believe the future of structures should, and will, look a lot different then our current practice. (Do you know how long we've been building houses with wood!?) If I were to place a bet, I think 3D printing will be a big portion of that, and these guys have a very cool system to help us get there. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/19506428

Episode 60 - Sustainability with Holmes 06/03/2021

Episode 60 - Sustainability with Holmes This week we talk with Megan Stringer and Erik Kneer of Holmes Structures. Both Megan and Erik are committed advocates for more sustainable practices in structural design. I admittedly didn't know how much SE's could do to reduce the total carbon emissions of a building project, but I was happy to find not only do we have a role in this space, but it's truly crucial to a sustainable, low carbon future. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/19343102

Episode 59 - Mass Timber in High Seismic?! 05/20/2021

Episode 59 - Mass Timber in High Seismic?! This week we talk with Ilana Danzig an associate with . She brings a large knowledge of complex structures with a passion in timber. We hope you enjoy! Click to see the connection. Email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/19173944

Episode 58 - I'll See You in Court 05/06/2021

Episode 58 - I'll See You in Court This week we hear from Sam Mcglamery, Executive VP of vertex engineering. Sam has been a structural engineer far longer than I've been alive. At this point in his career he often uses his knowledge and experience to serve as an expert witness and standard of care expert. We reached out to Sam because we wanted to know the reality behind lawsuits and engineering, how likely are they, and what actually happens. We hope you enjoy. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/18998756

Episode 57 - FRP, Bonding With Simpson 03/11/2021

Episode 57 - FRP, Bonding With Simpson This week we talked with Aniket Borwanker, a production manager at Simpson Strong Tie. Aniket it tasked with developing and testing new uses for FRP products. FRP includes fiberglass and carbon fiber wrap used in seismic retrofit's, bridges, wall strengthening, and many other possible applications. We learn all the places you can stick this stuff, how strong it is, and some tips on designing with it. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/18281738

Episode 56 - Present your science 02/25/2021

Episode 56 - Present your science This week we talked with Melissa Marshall, an expert science communicator, and probably the only TED speaker we'll ever convince to join us on the show. Melissa shares tips for communicating science and engineering terms and how to give more effective presentations. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/18085361

Episode 55 - A Primer on Forensics 02/12/2021

Episode 55 - A Primer on Forensics This weeks guest is a little different than usual. We're talking with Sarah Lazar, a very specific recruiter working for the firm LVI. Sarah recruits for forensic engineering firms and only in the Midwest, but we're not talking to Sarah because we're looking for a job. She is also passionate and knowledgeable about the field of forensics structural engineering and offered to share what she knows with us. we hope you like it. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/17925071

Episode 54 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles Pt 2 01/28/2021

Episode 54 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles Pt 2 This is Part 2 of our interview with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic committees. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/17691305

Episode 53 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles 01/14/2021

Episode 53 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles Gosh it's been a long time since we've put out an episode, but we're starting this season on a high note. Our first interview this year was with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic comities. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks. With that, enjoy part 1. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/17543018

Episode 52 - Totally Tubular 10/29/2020

Episode 52 - Totally Tubular This week we talked with Ted Goldstein PE of Tubular Connections and the inventor of the Shuriken nut keeper. We all know tubes generally make for more efficient and compact column shapes, but connections can be a challenge. Luckily Ted's got us covered. Check out his website at TubularConnect.com, or for a quick video of the product, check THIS out /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/16593749

Episode 51 - Precast Concrete Design 10/18/2020

Episode 51 - Precast Concrete Design This week we talked with Nathan Krause PE a Precast Concrete engineer located in the mid-west. As season two of the SE Podcast comes to an end, we will have additional precast episodes next season including detailing and seismic design. Reach out to SE Podcast via: Email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/16444154

Episode 50 - Annie Kao 10/01/2020

Episode 50 - Annie Kao This week we talked with Annie Kao, the Vice President of Engineering at Simpson Strong-Tie. Annie brings insight for both an engineering and management prospective. During the episode we discuss the culture of Simpson Strong-Tie, why Toyota is important, and how to be a successful engineer. If you want to learn more about the Toyota philosophy check out the book (link below). The Toyota Way to Lean Leadership on . Reach out to SE Podcast via: Email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/16231529

Episode 49 - Engineering the Chicago Skyline with Bob Johnson 09/19/2020

Episode 49 - Engineering the Chicago Skyline with Bob Johnson In this episode, we speak with Bob Johnson, a Chicago native and distinguished structural engineer that designed parts of the Chicago skyline. Bob's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbrandtjohnson/ Video of Bob work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iTK9lizgLg Email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/16075904

Episode 48 - Performance Based Structural Fired Design 08/25/2020

Episode 48 - Performance Based Structural Fired Design We're talking with Kevin Lamalva this week of Warrington Fire all about PBSFD. If you've never heard of this, in short, its using additional strength within the structure and rigorous analysis over a "blind" application of fireproofing material. There are a number of advantages here, from potential cost savings to a more defined level of performance. Traditional fire rating is terribly outdated, and PBSFD is on it's way to becoming a competitive technique. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/15743324

Episode 47 - Intro to Fire 08/06/2020

Episode 47 - Intro to Fire Warning: This is not an episode we know all that much about! We talked with Kevin LaMalva who wrote the book (many of them) on performance based fire engineering. This is not that episode, that comes next. Before we get to the high level, Zach and I try to learn for ourselves what the IBC says about fire proofing, how it is applied, and what structural engineers should know. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/15507215

Episode 46 - Fast + Epp 07/09/2020

Episode 46 - Fast + Epp Fast + Epp has become world renown for innovative and beautiful design in mass timber. As a fairly small firm with 35 years of experience behind them they have managed to work on some of the most exciting and structurally creative projects you're likely to see across the US, Canada, and Europe. We talk with Ian Boyle, one of the principals of Fast + Epp about not just mass timber, but the design philosophies of Fast + Epp and much more. Enjoy Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/15141161

Episode 45 - Engineering Our Future 06/25/2020

Episode 45 - Engineering Our Future We recently had the opportunity to chat with Luis Duque, a bridge engineer in Boulder Colorado and the host of the 'Engineering Our Future" podcast. Luis created began his podcast to share his experiences navigating the early stages of an engineering career. His episodes discuss everything from nailing a resume to managing work life balance. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14960627

Episode 44 - Skinny Braces 06/12/2020

Episode 44 - Skinny Braces This week we're talking with Thor Matteson, A structural engineer in California, and the inventor of Skinny Braces. These unique braces attach a ductile fuse to an old fashioned cantilever column system to create a chimera of unmatched R value. Or really, you get to use an R=6.5, just like a wood framed shear wall. This gives you all the benefits of a cantilever column system without the huge footings and low R. The skinny brace is aptly named because it takes up a tiny amount of space compared to the competitors in the soft story retrofit space. Check them out here: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14798957

Episode 43 - Starting your own firm? 05/28/2020

Episode 43 - Starting your own firm? This week we chat with Blake Larsen of Larsen structural Design. Blake has done something that many of us dream of, a few try, and very few do well. That's start his very own engineering company, and grow it to be a success. If you've ever considered going out on your own, this episode is for you. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14595203

Episode 42 - Awesome Framers 05/22/2020

Episode 42 - Awesome Framers This week we have an awesome chat with awesome framers (Check em out on instagram) to answer questions live on Instagram with a group of contractors. It was a real blast sharing what we could and learning a lot about what we can do to make their job easier, and produce better structures together. We talked for two hours, so I cut it down to two parts. we hope to do it again some time (with better audio quality hopefully), so please enjoy part 1 @AwesomeFramers We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcast If you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting. Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14528126

Episode 41 - Exciting News From Sideplate 05/14/2020

Episode 41 - Exciting News From Sideplate We are adding an unscheduled addition to our regular podcast line-up to squeeze in an extra episode with Ryan Smith of Sideplate . When we heard the Engineers over at Sideplate had developed a fully bolted moment frame with the existing Sideplate technology we had to learn a little more. Please enjoy our conversation with Ryan, and feel free to reach out to us or Sideplate with any questions. /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14411702

Episode 40 - High Rise Design 05/11/2020

Episode 40 - High Rise Design This week Max and Zach sit down with the guys from Structuralengineeringbasics.com to discuss high rise design, and a little about the courses they provide. We hear some great stories about design in Dubai and an exciting project with some unique challenges in Canada. We recommend checking out their website at www.structuralengineeringbasics.com and If you'd like to check out their courses use code SEP25OFF for 25% off! /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14363504

Episode 39 - Tornado Shelters Pt. 2 04/16/2020

Episode 39 - Tornado Shelters Pt. 2 This is the second edition of tornado shelter design. This week we talk with Mark Kaiser of RLG to wrap up the story of tornado shelters, and talk about the future of shelter design. We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcast If you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting. Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/14015534

PDH-isode #1 ICC 500 with RLG 04/09/2020

PDH-isode #1 ICC 500 with RLG Welcome to our first ever PDH worthy episode! at 50 minutes, it's longer than usual, but if you pass our quiz we'll send you a certificate for 1 PDH hour. This episode Zach and Max interview Mark and David from RLG about the basics of storm shelter design and ICC 500. Once you've had a listen, the quiz can be found by following this link (or through our website). /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13923818

Episode 38 - Tornado Shelters 04/02/2020

Episode 38 - Tornado Shelters This episode we get to talk with David Cumming, a principle at RLG in Texas about the challenges of designing in tornado country, including learning a bit about tornado shelters, and the damage we see when tornado's touch down. Grab something sturdy and have a listen /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13813718

Episode 37 - Building Information Modeling 03/19/2020

Episode 37 - Building Information Modeling This week is a quick Max-and-Zach-isode. No guests, just the two of us giving our two cents on the use of BIM and its alternatives in the construction world. That's 4 cents total to start off your Thursday morning. We understand a lot of podcasts right now are a bit of a downer, and rightfully so, hopefully this one keeps the mood light as a nice distraction. Stay healthy /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13614572

Episode 36 - WoodWorks 03/05/2020

Episode 36 - WoodWorks This week Max and Zach had the opportunity to sit down with Ricky McLain, PE, SE of WoodWorks. We discuss the topic of mass timber and Ricky provides great insight on design. Tune in to learn more about mass timber design as well as Woodworks. WoodWorks: www.woodworks.org We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcast If you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting. Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13428518

Episode 35 - Cannon Design 02/20/2020

Episode 35 - Cannon Design This week we got the opportunity to sit down with John Roach of Cannon Design. We discuss the Lancaster General Hospital expansion project, existing structures, and vertical additions, but also some of the qualities that makes Cannon Design so special. Learn about the training opportunities that cannon has in place for its employees as well as some of the guiding principles. Cannon Design: cannondesign.com AISC article for Lancaster General Hospital: aisc.org/globalassets/modern-steel/archives/2018/07/takingittothelimit.pdf We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcast If you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting. Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13230176

Episode 34 - High Seismic 02/06/2020

Episode 34 - High Seismic This week we discuss high seismic design questions asked by you. From design codes to working with architects in high seismic, we answer all your questions. If you work in a non- seismic region and/or studying for the Structural Engineering (SE) exam, you’ll want to listen. We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcast If you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting. Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @structure_3d LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcast FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/13043120

Episode 33 - Dynamic Isolation Duo 01/23/2020

Episode 33 - Dynamic Isolation Duo Welcome back! We're excited to begin season 2 and we're kicking it off with a bang! Zach and I got to talk with Konrad and Mohammed of Dynamic Isolation Systems. They School us on everything isolation, and we learn why engineers need to communicate better. We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we like to chat. [email protected] Website: theengineeringpodcast.com (under construction) Instagram: @structure_3d Email: [email protected] FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E /episode/index/show/structure3d/id/12857021

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