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An Engineer’s Journey to Machu Picchu

Posted on January 24, 2017

By David Swanson

Learning is Part of the Job One of the best aspects of being a professional engineer is that we continuously learn about engineering and our world. Reid Middleton recently began work on a project in Peru, and after we visited… Continue Reading

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New Technology in Structural Design = Improved Efficiencies

Posted on March 22, 2016

By David Swanson

This is the first in a two-part series discussing new technology in structural design. The second part will be published later in the year. Technology is pervasive in our daily lives; our mobile phones are also computers, we have entertainment… Continue Reading

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Engineers and Emergency Managers – Partners in Preparedness

Posted on June 17, 2014

By David Swanson

Civil and structural engineers are not that involved in the emergency management profession.  Why is that?  Are we, as a profession, unaware of the emergency management professionals and the key role they plan in the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery… Continue Reading

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Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings

Posted on April 22, 2014

By Reid Middleton

Identifying potentially hazardous buildings before earthquakes occur saves lives and allows owners of critical infrastructure and commerce to prepare for and mitigate loss. FEMA’s Rapid Visual Screening (RVS) of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards is a methodology that enables personnel to… Continue Reading

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From Infrastructure to Buildings and Bridges – A 60th Anniversary Snapshot of the Structural Engineering Practice

Posted on March 12, 2013

By David Swanson

Reflecting on the 60-year history of Reid Middleton, Inc., I am struck by the breadth and depth of structural engineering that has grown within the firm over the years, especially the steady growth and expanded diversity of our Structural Engineering… Continue Reading

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