The Structural Engineering Podcast

Welcome to our first ever PDH worthy episode! at 50 minutes, it's longer than usual, but if you pass our quiz we'll send you a certificate for 1 PDH hour. This episode Zach and Max interview Mark and David from RLG about the basics of storm shelter design and ICC 500. Once you've had a listen, the quiz can be found by following this link (or through our website). flexiquiz.com/SC/N/STORM_SHELTER_D...

This episode we get to talk with David Cumming, a principle at RLG in Texas about the challenges of designing in tornado country, including learning a bit about tornado shelters, and the damage we see when tornado's touch down. Grab something sturdy and have a listen We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned someth...

This week is a quick Max-and-Zach-isode. No guests, just the two of us giving our two cents on the use of BIM and its alternatives in the construction world. That's 4 cents total to start off your Thursday morning. We understand a lot of podcasts right now are a bit of a downer, and rightfully so, hopefully this one keeps the mood light as a nice distraction. Stay healthy We're trying something ne...

This week Max and Zach had the opportunity to sit down with Ricky McLain, PE, SE of WoodWorks. We discuss the topic of mass timber and Ricky provides great insight on design. Tune in to learn more about mass timber design as well as Woodworks. WoodWorks: www.woodworks.org We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned s...

This week we got the opportunity to sit down with John Roach of Cannon Design. We discuss the Lancaster General Hospital expansion project, existing structures, and vertical additions, but also some of the qualities that makes Cannon Design so special. Learn about the training opportunities that cannon has in place for its employees as well as some of the guiding principles. Cannon Design: cannond...

This week we discuss high seismic design questions asked by you. From design codes to working with architects in high seismic, we answer all your questions. If you work in a non- seismic region and/or studying for the Structural Engineering (SE) exam, you’ll want to listen. We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned...

Welcome back, We're excited to begin season 2 and we're kicking it off with a bang! Zach and I got to talk with Konrad and Mohammed of Dynamic Isolation Systems. They School us on everything isolation, and we learn why engineers need to communicate better.  We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from o...

This week we brought on a real live mechanical engineer to ask why he insists on putting holes in our beams, and how he knows exactly where to find a shear wall. Stay tuned, this is a two-parter. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we like to chat. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com (under construction) Instagram: @structure_3d...

This week we brought on a real live mechanical engineer to ask why he insists on putting holes in our beams, and how he knows exactly where to find a shear wall. Stay tuned, this is a two-parter. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we like to chat. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com (under construction) Instagram: @structure_3d...

This week's episode is for anyone who's driven over a bridge and wondered...what kind of truss is that? Zach and Max take a quick look at 6 of their favorites and uncover some cool history on the way. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we like to chat. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com (under construction) Instagram: @structu...

On this episode we hear it right from the horses mouth. What's it like to take the PE? and If you have to, what is it like to take it twice. In addition, we talk about the history of the test, and why some people want it gone. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Websi...

This week we discuss the US Resiliency Council with Ronald Mayes, one of the founders and pioneers in the field. If you tried to listen to this episode earlier, sorry, there was some unknown glitch, but give it another try, it's all fixed now. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max. S3...

This weeks episode is simple. Whats better, a nail or a screw? Join in as Max and Zach pick sides in this eternal debate. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: faceb...

This week we're talking to Josh Ogle, The man behind the thehipsterengineer.com. Josh is all about helping people learn good study habits and pass the PE, FE, and SE exam. With the test one month away for many people, this is a great listen for those gearing up to take one. In addition, josh uses his varying experience to help people navigate their career. Check out his website with some of the li...

Buildings usually shouldn't touch, but how far apart should they be to make sure they don't? Today we figure it out. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.c...

If you're familiar with the term "frenemy", this is how many engineers might describe a plans reviewer. Plans reviewers hold the key to getting your project through city/county approval. It's an important step in assuring we have safe buildings to live and work in., and..... it can be kinda annoying. Sit down this week and learn what plans reviewers look for in a project, what is a clean calc pack...

This week we get to chat with Ryan Smith, the director of Sideplate, about what makes special moment frames so special, and the advantages of using them. This versatile system is stiffer and lighter than your typical RBS frame, not to mention quicker to assemble. Enjoy, and let us know if you have any questions. Dont forget to Follow us on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram...

This week we take a break from interviews to talk about the most important element in structural design, Load path. It may not be glamorous, but once you've got this concept nailed down you can build just about anything.  Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/...

This week we sit down with Peter Vanderzee, President and CEO of lifespan technologies. Peter is an expert in the structural monitoring field with appearances on CBS, Fox, and has been an adviser to the FHA Long Term Bridge Performance Program. Since our Co-host Max loves structural monitoring this is his Michael Jordan. We hope you enjoy our great discussion with Peter who shares great tips for t...

What do Ridgecrest, CA and Japan have in common? They both make up half of this episode. We talk with Maria Mohammed, a structural engineer in California about her experience surveying the damage from the July 4th Ridgeway earthquake. After that we discuss a bit about Japanese seismic code, and why it might just be better than ours. Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instag...

This week we sit back down with Alex Rodriguez of Bay Cities Construction - Soft Story Retrofit Pros. You can check out his website Here. We discuss the damage seen from the recent magnitude 7.1 earthquake near Ridgecrest, California. Alex was onsite shortly after the earthquake to survey the damage and had many great take-aways that apply to both construction and engineering.  Follow on Social Me...

In this weeks episode we dive into a topic suggested to us by one of our Instagram followers. Follow along as we discuss the codes structural engineers need to follow and how to be ready for you first job. Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

In this weeks episode we try something new, the morning cup of coffee with Max and Zach. We would love for you to take a listen and give us your feedback. Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

In this weeks podcast, we discuss wind design and debate directional vs. envelope procedure of ASCE 7. We start with the background of where each procedure was created and end talking about the Vista tower. What wind procedure do you use? Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max. S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast Y...

In this weeks podcast, we sit down to interview Patrick McManus a Principle with Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers about the process of developing the Re-Fuse Braced Frame System. He talks about the future of alternative structural systems and methodology. Stay tuned to the end to learn his top 3 tips for new engineers. Follow on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @struct...