Florida Structural Engineers Association

What an incredible event at our Bay Area Chapter! Our Structures Specialist Lunch & Learn was a huge success, with a sold-out audience eager to learn from Andrew Schrader, PE, SI, FRSE about the vital role engineers can play in disaster response. Attendees gained valuable insights into: ? Background information on Urban Search & Rescue ? How engineers assess damaged and collapsing structures in real-time ? Case studies, including hurricane-damaged buildings and the Champlain Towers collapse A huge thank you to Andy for sharing his expertise and to everyone who joined us for this engaging session! ?? Missed this one? Don’t worry—more exciting Lunch & Learns, technical tours, and networking events are coming soon. Stay tuned! ?? ?? Check out some highlights from the event below! #StructuralEngineering #DisasterResponse #UrbanSearchAndRescue #FSEA #ProfessionalDevelopment

?? Upcoming Technical Presentation: Join us for an insightful presentation by Antonio De Luca, Vibration Expert at Thornton Tomasetti, as he delves into the world of vibration analysis and monitoring. This session will explore the critical role of vibration monitoring in assessing structural performance, covering key topics such as: ?? Fundamentals of vibration analysis ?? Techniques for field testing and data post-processing ?? Case studies on comfort level assessment, structural performance evaluation, and construction vibration monitoring Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an industry expert and gain valuable insights into how vibrations impact structures in real-world applications. Location: Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City Date: Wednesday, March 19th Time: 11:30am - 1pm Registration is now open: https://lnkd.in/efQtUgf2

?? ANNOUNCEMENT: ASCE 24-24 NOW RELEASED The Florida Structural Engineers Association (FSEA) is excited to share that the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has officially released ASCE 24-24, the latest edition of Flood Resistant Design and Construction. ASCE 24 is a critical standard referenced by building codes and FEMA for designing structures in flood hazard areas. The 2024 edition includes important updates to enhance resilience, improve design requirements, and align with the latest research and best practices in flood-resistant construction. Structural engineers, designers, and industry professionals should review ASCE 24-24 to stay compliant and informed on the latest standards. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/e3kSPyGJ or stay connected with FSEA for updates on implementation and educational resources.

Join the SOFL FSEA Chapter on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025! This is a 1.0 Hour presentation and PDH certificates will be emailed from [email protected] to all attendees. Evaluation and Repair of Existing Post-Tensioned Structures Overview: Purpose: To introduce evaluation and repair of existing post-tensioned concrete structures with unbonded single-strand tendons, including a brief historical perspective of various types of post-tensioning systems. Discuss field investigation/nondestructive evaluation methods, exploratory evaluation, laboratory testing and analysis, structural analysis, and preparation of evaluation report. A general introduction to the repair of unbonded post-tensioned concrete structures for typical conditions will be discussed with case-study examples. Learning Objectives: 1. Explain structural system comprising unbonded post-tensioning (PT), 2. Discuss procedures to perform evaluation of existing PT structures, 3. Prepare inspection, analysis and evaluation report, and 4. Produce PT repair specifications. Agenda: 1. Inspection 2. Analysis 3. Evaluation 4. Report 5. Repair specification 6. Execution and 7. Documentation About the Presenter Dr. Siva Munuswamy is a Senior Vice-President, with PTE Systems International, Florida. As subject matter expert in post-tensioned (PT) concrete, designed, and peer reviewed numerous high-rise PT structures, evaluated, and investigated structural failures and developed and implemented remediation specification. He performed many forensic investigations and testified as an expert witness. He has been involved in technical committees with American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI),and American Concrete Institute (ACI). He has published numerous refereed journal articles and presented at various organizations at various global venues. As an Adjunct Professor at Florida Atlantic University, Dr. Munuswamy teaches Reinforced Concrete Design. He has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from Bharathiar University, India and earned a Doctoral degree in Ocean Engineering from Florida Atlantic University (FAU), Boca Raton. He has been serving the civil and structural engineering industry for over 40 years. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida. Venue: 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant 1395 NW 57th Ave, Miami, FL 33126 Agenda: 5p - 6p - Social Hour 6p- 8p??- Dinner & Presentation 8p - Conclude

?? Join Us for an Exclusive FSEA Technical Tour at Nucor! ?? ? As structural engineers, understanding the materials we work with is crucial. The FSEA Bay Area Chapter invites you to an exclusive technical tour that takes you into the heart of steelmaking. Discover the processes, technologies, and innovations that turn raw scrap into the structural steel that supports our world. This is more than a tour—it’s an opportunity to enrich your technical insight - on Pi Day! When: March 14th, 2025 at 10:00am (Pi Day!) Where: Nucor Facility at 22 Nucor Drive, Frostproof, FL Tour time: 2 hours Spaces are limited, so register soon to secure your spot! What You’ll Experience: ? Safety First: Begin with a comprehensive Safety 101 session to ensure a smooth and secure experience. Steelmaking Overview: Gain a clear understanding of the entire journey from scrap metal to finished steel products. Scrap Area: Explore the origin point where recycling fuels new possibilities. Melt Shop Pulpit: Witness the transformation of scrap into molten steel from the hub of control and precision. Roll Shop: Dive into the engineering behind rolls that shape the rebar used in structural applications. Roll Mill Tour: Observe the precise production of various bar sizes and take in the view from the Roll Mill pulpit. Cooling Bed and Finishing: Follow the steel as it solidifies and prepares for final finishing. Spooler Area: See how spooled rebar is crafted for specialized applications, providing unique solutions for modern construction. Shipping Area: Discover how finished products are prepared for delivery to projects like yours. Rebar Fabrication Shop: Take a close look at the fabrication process and see how custom solutions are developed to meet engineering demands. Wrap-Up with Q&A: Engage with industry experts in our Training Room. Our Engineers and Metallurgists will be on hand to answer your technical questions and deepen your understanding of the steelmaking process. Tour and Presentation led by Matt Reynolds and Terry Boyd RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/8gXUB

Wow, we’re blown away! Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve officially SOLD OUT almost a full month ahead of schedule. If you missed out, don’t worry! We’ve set up a Waitlist so you can be first in line when new spots open up. ?? Join the Waitlist Now (https://shorturl.at/Egp4Z) We’re so grateful for this amazing community and can’t wait to share even more exciting updates with you soon. Thank you for being part of our journey! Warm regards,

Join FSEA for Our 2025 Two-Part State Webinar! The webinar will be presented by Emily Guglielmo, SE, PE, F.SEI and Seth Thomas. We will discuss the latest updated in ASCE 7-22 on wind and flood. The first section will discuss the wind load provisions, updates in the wind maps, the inclusion of a new tornado chapter, updates to the directionality factor (Kd) and the removal of simplified methods.?This section will ahppen on February 6 at 11am EST The second section will review of Supplement #2 of ASCE 7-22 which provided significant changes to the flood loads chapter.?This presentation will outline the changes, and the discussions behind the provisions, which include increased flood depths related risk category, changes in flood velocity, updates to wave formulas, augmented debris impact requirements, and performance-based design provisions. This will happen on February 13 at 11am EST. You can register on the link below: https://lnkd.in/dgw__QqJ We look forward to having you all there!

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Join our NEFL Chapter for Their First Meeting of the Year! Applied Bolting Technology / AISC Bolting Seminar Thursday, January, 30th 12:00pm – 1:15pm Stellar - Break Room Bldg 2999 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257 Register now! 1st Event of 2025 FREE to All 1.0 CEU + Lunch ? Topics Include: Latest Standards & Specifications Torque / Tension Methods Direct Tension Indicators Practical Demonstrations

?? You don't want to miss this! ?? Mark Your Calendars We’re thrilled to announce that Andrew Schrader, PE, SI, FRSE, a lead Structures Specialist in the State of Florida's Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Task Forces and founder of Recon Response Engineering, LLC, a Florida-based structural engineering firm will be delivering our next presentation that has been widely requested in the field. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from one of the most experienced professionals in the field. Spread the word and join us for this exceptional presentation! Register here: https://lnkd.in/efQtUgf2 #StructuresSpecialist #FSEABAC #StructuralEngineering #EmergencyResponse #DisasterPreparedness