Tag: Structural Inspection

RESISTOGRAPH Checks Soundness of Timber Structures

Wood was a primary building material used in many U.S. bridges a century ago. Timber bridges were tried-and-true, given the nature of what crossed them: people, animals, and eventually relatively light vehicles. Over time steel and concrete have become the primary materials in most bridges to handle heavier truck loads. Still, timber is used in… Read More »

Tim Howell, CBI, Hired in Titusville Office as Structural Inspection Project Manager

Tim Howell, CBI, has joined Ayres Associates’ structural inspection group in Florida, bringing more than 24 years of experience in the management, operation, maintenance, construction, and inspection of bridges and various other structures throughout Florida. He will provide inspection services, project management, and business development from our new office in Titusville. For the past 13 years… Read More »

Get Me Out of Here! Engineers Help Clear the Path for Hurricane Evacuees

Take a traffic jam and mix in the panic of unpredictable devastation from Mother Nature. Motorists endure the juxtaposition of hurry up and wait while the clock is ticking. Many have only the clothes on their backs and a few supplies as they flee their homes to a destination unknown – hopefully a safe one.… Read More »