08.16.19 Robert C. Rabeler, PE | More by this Author, Jeffery M. Krusinga, PE, GE | More by this Author
The water level in Lake Michigan is near all-time high levels right now, causing significant erosion to the shoreline. Unfortunately, this loss of ground has resulted in failure of shoreline structures including stairways, decks, and even total loss of houses.
08.02.19 Keith B. Egan, CP#259 | More by this Author
With a bit of help from SME, the former Rittman Paperboard Waste Water Treatment Lagoons and Landfill in Rittman, Ohio are well on their way to a new life as a community park.
06.24.19 Bret B. Stuntz | More by this Author
Vapor intrusion (VI) is a complex environmental issue that is growing in significance for owners and developers of contaminated properties. In previous blogs, SME has provided insight on understanding VI. We continue this conversation with a series of entries on how to manage the many factors involved in developing a remediation approach.
03.19.19 Robert C. Rabeler, PE | More by this Author
01.31.19 Tiffany D. Vorhies, NACE CIP-2 | More by this Author
Fabrication shop inspection of bridge components is a hot topic for local agencies in Michigan. SME can help you navigate the maze and meet MDOT requirements.
01.18.19 Anthony B. Thomas, PE | More by this Author
10.16.18 Robert C. Rabeler, PE | More by this Author
Why do metals placed in the ground corrode? Are there ways to test for soil corrosivity? What can be done to mitigate underground corrosion? These questions and more will be answered in SME’s blog series, “Underground Corrosion – The Answers Uncovered!”
10.12.18 Kirt M. Andersen, PE | More by this Author, Fredd R. Ziobron, PS | More by this Author
Performing ground and aerial survey mapping this time of year creates an opportunity to get bigger bang for your buck!
09.27.18 Hayder H. Al-Hilal, PE, SMSI, CIP-1, CCI-2, Level 1 Thermographer, ICRI CSMT | More by this Author
SME’s Hayder (Hide’-er) Al-Hilal, PE, NACE-CIP-1, CCI-2, Level 1 Thermographer, specializes in using nondestructive testing methods to seek out the root cause of troublesome issues hiding in concrete and steel structures. Play along in this “hide and seek” blog series aimed at answering FAQs, identifying common challenges, and seeking solutions to help you succeed.
09.14.18 Tiffany D. Vorhies, NACE CIP-2 | More by this Author
Chris Buyle, NACE CIP-3, SFSI explains how appropriate bolt tension verification can take the stress out of your steel construction project.