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Do Northern Construction Workers Hibernate All Winter?

Residents of northern states understand the simple reality that there are actually only two seasons: winter and road construction. In road construction season, workers in white and yellow hats (read here about what the colors mean) and safety vests are everywhere, getting highways and streets back into shape. But where do these construction engineers go,… Read More »

Students’ Lightweight Structures Hold Up Under High Pressure

Students from two schools hundreds of miles apart had the same goals during events held as part of National Engineers Week: construction and destruction. And while every student’s structure ultimately failed, everybody won some knowledge in these design learning exercises. Ashwaubenon Tower Challenge Several well-designed towers put on an impressive display of strength at this… Read More »

Ayres Acquires SAA; Planners and Landscape Architects to Complement Trusted Engineers

The planning and landscape architecture experts at SAA Design Group are joining the engineering and architecture professionals at Ayres Associates through Ayres’ acquisition of SAA. As a result, Ayres will be able to deliver consultant services for the entire project cycle, from early planning through construction. The former SAA staff brings a reputation for leadership… Read More »