Florida Structural Engineers Association

Join our South Florida FSEA Chapter for their April Meeting on Sustainability Discuss how to have positive outcomes with key legislative, regulatory, and business issues that impact the ready mixed concrete industry. When: Tuesday, April 8 from 5pm - 8pm Where: 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant - 1395 Northwest 57th Avenue Miami, FL 33126 A Roadmap to Concrete Decarbonization and Building Resilience Second to water, concrete is the most widely used material on earth. From the Colosseum and Pantheon in Rome to iconic skyscrapers, bridges, and infrastructure; concrete is the primary component of the built environment. These structures have exhibited the strength, durability and disaster resilience required to withstand the test of time. However, the manufacturing of Portland cement, the essential element that holds the concrete matrix together, accounts for approximately 8% of global emissions. Time is of the essence to reduce the Global Warming Potential within the built environment and the cement and concrete industry have developed a comprehensive roadmap to decarbonization. Read more and register below!

Join the Northeast Florida Chapter on Their April Site Visit CEMEX CMU Block Plant Tuesday, April 1st 11:30am – 1:30pm Courtyard by Marriot – Jacksonville Flagler Center w/ Transfer to CEMEX Block Plant 14402 Old St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32258 1.5 CEU + Lunch ? Topics Include: CMU Production Process Material Storage & Mixing Quality Control Storage & Distribution REGISTRATION LINK BELOW: https://lnkd.in/eJNHTwCW

What an incredible experience! Our Technical Tour at Nucor was a huge success, bringing together a fantastic group of attendees for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at rebar manufacturing and innovation. With great attendance and engaging discussions, this event was a fantastic opportunity to learn, network, and gain industry insights. A big thank you to Nucor (Matt Reynolds, Terry Boyd and the rest of the Nucor team) for hosting us and to everyone who joined—your enthusiasm made this tour an unforgettable experience! Missed out? Stay tuned for other exciting Lunch & Learns, and networking events coming soon! ?? ?? Check out a highlight from the tour below! #TechnicalTour #SEA #StructuralEngineering #RebarManufacturing #ProfessionalDevelopment #FSEA #Networking

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!