DUDLEY

We had a wild time ??? with the Mola Model event during our Engineering Olympics last week! Each competitor used Mola sets to create the lightest structure that could withstand all 5 levels of wind load.

Rise and shine, it's steel erection time! Love seeing how quickly the structure seems to go together once steel erection begins.

>>> A TREMENDOUS MILESTONE <<< Please join us in recognizing Rick Robertson, D. Eng., PE as we celebrate his 40 Year Licensure Anniversary! Rick has been serving clients and contributed to projects across Texas throughout his career. We are so grateful for his mentorship and dedication to the engineering profession. Last month, our team had the honor of bringing together clients, colleagues and employees from throughout Rick's career to celebrate his contributions and accomplishments. We heard from several long-time clients and coworkers about the impact he has made on us all. We even got to hear from Rick: his pride for his work and team continues to shine. We are so proud to have you on the team, Rick!

>>> REBUILDING HISTORY <<< We are proud to be part of the re-building of the Knesek Building in Fayetteville, Texas! Originally built in 1875 during a time of heavy Czech immigration, it was home to the first local newspaper and housed a dance hall and the Buck Horn Saloon. Today, it is being rebuilt to house a community center and theater. We are looking forward to seeing it in its finished state: a historic replica with a structure to withstand many decades of community enjoyment! Architect: BBAx Architects GC: Gaeke Construction

DUDLEY provided the structural steel connection and stair design. We love getting to work on the contractor side as well with Turner and Star Welding and Fabrication.

>>> TESTING EXISTING STRUCTURES <<< DUDLEY was involved in the renovation of the La Salle Hotel in downtown Bryan, Texas. As part of the renovation, the Owner wished to add a new canopy to the front of the building. The wall had existing anchors and evidence of a previous canopy, but there were not drawings indicating the canopy's size. To determine whether the anchors were adequate to support the proposed new canopy, we analyzed the new canopy and provided the reactions it would impart on the anchors, then monitored the testing of the anchors. Unfortunately, the existing anchor did not have sufficient capacity as they began to yield at a load below the required reaction, but we are glad to have identified and addressed the deficiency for the owner rather than risk a failure after the new canopy was installed.

Join us in celebrating Caleb Ray, PE, who passed the grueling SE Exam and is now a licensed engineer! Read how Caleb describes his path to achieving this career milestone. "It is that responsibility and the push to be GREAT that has given me the confidence and skills to pass the SE Exam and become a licensed engineer." The "depth" portions of the exam have pass rates as low as 14% - so this is a feat to truly be proud of. Well done, Caleb Ray, P.E.!

Proud to provide structural engineering on this intricate retail building with Method Architecture and Partners.

>>> HANDS ON LEARNING <<< Getting in the field to see how the buildings we designed are constructed is invaluable experience for young engineers. #constructionwise This new administration building for Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) is now nearing completion!

>>> PROJECT HIGHLIGHT <<< Marco Polo Apartments is supported by a hybrid structural steel and wood framed structure.