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The SEAoNY Programs Committee is pleased to announce:

Call for Abstracts for the 2024 SEAoNY Annual Conference

The conference will be held in Midtown New York on Thursday, February 8, 2024. The 2024 conference theme will center around the Past, Present, and Future of Building Codes.

Potential topics include:

• 2022 NYC Construction Codes 
• Recent Code Updates  
• Existing Building Codes 
• Code Research 
• Building Material Codes (concrete, wood, steel, etc.) 
• Sustainable Design Codes
• Standards of Care 
• Construction Advisories 
• Enabling Innovation 
• Ethics

Presenters should plan a 45-60 minute presentation for an audience of structural engineers, code officials, students, and design and construction peers. We ask that all interested presenters complete the 2024 SEAoNY Annual Conference Abstract Form by November 17, 2023. Selected presenters will be notified December 15, 2023.  

Please submit your abstract using this form. 

Have a question? Please email Programs@seaony.org for conference information.

Call for Abstracts Printable Flyer.pdf

AI in the Structural Engineering Profession Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been selected as the topic for the 2023-2024 National Council of Structural Engineers (NCSEA) Innovation in Structural Engineering Grant. NCSEA is seeking individuals who are interested in helping develop an AI foundation for the structural engineering profession. The initiative aims to identify and support groundbreaking advancements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) through the following objectives: Provide Education: Provide structural engineers with information on the latest developments in AI as it relates to the profession and outline future areas of study in future areas surrounding this topic. Foster Innovation: Encourage structural engineers to explore, develop, and implement innovative AI solutions that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and longevity of structural engineering practices. Promote Collaboration: Foster collaboration between structural engineers, AI experts, and other industry partners by encouraging the exchange of ideas and expertise to drive progress in the field. Address Industry Challenges: Address key challenges faced by the structural engineering industry through the application of AI technologies, including ethical and legal areas. This year's NCSEA Innovation in Structural Engineering Grant presents a unique opportunity for structural engineers to push the boundaries of their field by understanding and leveraging AI technologies. By providing financial support, technical guidance, and a platform for knowledge sharing, this year’s program aims to catalyze transformative advancements in the profession and foster collaboration within the structural engineering community and between industry partners. To review the complete Request for Application document, click here. To apply for the 2023-2024 NCSEA Innovation in Structural Engineering Grant, click here. This Grant Program is just one of the many efforts supported by the NCSEA Foundation. Applications must be submitted by October 20, 2023.

SEAoNY SEER Committee invites you to the Annual NYC DOB COOP 2023 Training 2023 DOB FULL SCALE EXERCISE Continuity of Governmental Services, Damage Assessment as a Critical DOB Essential Function

Date:  Multiple Dates in October Duration: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1 Day) Location: Fort Totten Park, Queens

Participants will be exposed to damaged structures evaluation methods (ie ATC 20 & 45), the latest technologies being used, and rehearse real-life scenarios at Fort Tottem Park- Queens. Registration Deadline 9/15, BE READY! INSTRUCTIONS: To sign up for a session, email to jumaldonado@buildings.nyc.gov with SEAoNYSEER@gmail.com cc'd no later than Friday, September 15, 2023. Please submit the following: 1.   First Name 2.   Last Name 3.   P.E /or R.A. 4.   Your employer/Firm Name/ Affiliations 5.   1st Preferred Session 6.   2nd Preferred Session

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   The Department of Buildings Emergency Management Unit in collaboration with FDNY Center for Terrorism and Disaster Preparedness (CTDP) will discuss and perform an annual training exercise to be in compliance with Executive Order #107. At this hands-on training, participants will: Review fundamentals of mandated Continuity of Operation Program Understand importance of continuity of governmental services in general Performing Rapid and Detailed Damage Assessment utilizing nationally recognized ATC-45 form for possible voluntarily deployment within FEMA Region 2 Utilize latest technology for field survey and successful communication.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS: Participants arriving to Fort Totten Park will be greeted at the security gate by DOB personnel. Attendees are expected to arrive no later than 7:30 AM. Do not cross main entrance security boot unless you were pre-authorized by exercise planning team. If you are not sure about direction, if you accidently entered the park and unable to navigate to the right place, call DOB Chief Emergency Management Officer Dmitri Dits at 917-709-6186. Private vehicles should be parked at the public parking lot located right outside Fort Totten Park main entrance/FDNY security boot. DOT mini vans will then transport exercise participants to the training facility. Make sure to bring your hardhat and any type of governmental I.D. Adequate shoes are required. Your smart phone should be fully charged. You will need to have cash money in order to buy your food on premises. Note: Sessions will be filled on a first come first served basis. Successful registrations will receive a confirmation from DOB Buildings University. For additional questions or concerns, please contact DOB Chief Emergency Management Officer Dmitri Dits at 917-709-6186, ddits@buildings.nyc.gov or Emergency Management Officer Adrian Allen at 347- 835-8652, adallen@buildings.nyc.gov.

NOVEMBER 7–10, 2023

DISNEYLAND HOTEL
ANAHEIM, CA

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Registration is open for the 2023 NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit! Meet us in the happiest place on earth to network and learn with the happiest engineers around. Interact with and learn from leaders in the field, curious problem solvers, and expert speakers. Stay current on advancements and best practices in structural engineering and building and design codes—in education sessions and in the Exhibit Hall. Discuss technical, business, and industry challenges—and work toward solutions in a collaborative community. Build your business and leadership skills. Reconnect and network with those in your professional community.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Programming is focused on structural engineering content for both technical and non-technical practitioners and offers up to 14.5 hours of professional development. Specific content areas include best design practices, new codes and standards, recent project case studies, advanced analysis techniques, management and business practices, diversity and inclusion, resilience, and sustainability.

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AWARDS CELEBRATION

Each year, the NCSEA Awards Celebration spotlights the ingenuity, creativity, innovation, leadership, and service in the structural engineering world. Held on Thursday evening at this year’s Summit, the celebration includes a reception, awards presentation, and after-party with food, drinks, and entertainment, along with opportunities to network with award winners and attendees. It is sure to be a memorable evening!

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VENUE & LOCAL INFORMATION

Delight in this sleek, ultra-modern hotel that pays homage in sight and sound to the original lands of Disneyland Park. Stay in the Adventure, Fantasy or Frontier tower—and be surrounded by the wonder of Disneyland past and present. Check back soon for detailed information on room reservations, along with restaurant recommendations and fun places to explore, all within walking distance.

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EXHIBIT HALL

Visit the largest structural engineering focused Exhibit Hall in the industry and discover countless solutions and resources to help you through your everyday challenges. Connect with industry partners. Learn about their products, services, innovations and updates. All in a festive and interactive environment catered to you—the practicing structural engineer.

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Thursday, August 24, 2023, is the annual build safe|live safe conference, a daylong series of seminars, where DOB experts connect with industry partners to discuss industry trends and highlight safe construction operations. This year’s topics range from parking structures and sidewalk sheds to Local Law 97 and alternative energy.

You have the ability to earn 5 hours of continuing education units and preregister for courses with the purchase of your ticket. Course offerings include:

• Building Electrification Law: Implementation, Timeline & Filing 1 LU|HSW
• Code Jeopardy: Reviewing the 2022 Code 1 LU|HSW
• Local Law 97: Compliance, Resources & Understanding the Requirements 1 LU|HSW
• Lot Line Construction Code Requirements 1 LU|HSW
• Office of Alternative Energy: Facts, Functions & Resources 1 LU|HSW
• NYC Administrative & Building Codes Site Safety Plan Requirements 1 LU|HSW
• Parking Structures: The Parallels of Code & Inspection 1 LU|HSW
• Underpinning Filing Requirements 1 LU|HSW
• 2022 NYC Construction Code Sidewalk Shed Requirements & Pedestrian Protection Updates 1 LU|HSW

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225 Liberty Street
New York, NY 10281

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101 Club
101 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016

This presentation will summarize current practices in sustainability and summarize practical steps that have been used to help some of the biggest commercial and public clients to create more sustainable concrete.  The talk will have many real life examples, tools, and case studies on how to develop, implement, and quantify more sustainable concrete.  This presentation will benefit specifiers, owners, ready mix producers, and general contractors.

Fees

$99.00 Member Registration

$135.00 Non-Member Registration

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We look forward to seeing you at this year's NASCC: The Steel Conference. We'll be in Charlotte, N.C., this year, from April 12 to 14 and registration is now open! As a previous attendee, you know the Steel Conference delivers extraordinary bang for your buck: practical information you can begin implementing as soon as you get home (and catch up on your sleep--it's an intense few days, right?). Here are just a few of the things you can expect to learn at this year's conference--while earning up to 17 PDHs! How designers can cut the carbon footprint of a structural system How to save time and money on steel bridge fabrication by using a single coat of inorganic zinc primer as a corrosion protection system What you need to know about welding ASTM A913 steel, whether you're specifying it or doing it yourself How to analyze unbalanced loads on steel deck What fabricators wish engineers knew about hollow structural sections (HSS) How to avoid common mistakes as a new connection designerMust-know fundamentals about torsion design, including a new strength-design approach How to tackle coordination issues with roof and floor penetrations How the team behind a largely exposed AESS structural system handled fire engineering--and why it may not need to be fireproofed How good detailing can make--not break--your project And much, much more. The Steel Conference incorporates six specialty conferences: the World Steel Bridge Symposium, QualityCon, Architecture in Steel, SafetyCon, the SSRC Annual Stability Conference, and the NISD Conference on Steel Detailing. See aisc.org/nascc for details about what those conferences have to offer this year! As always, we'll have an exciting exhibit hall packed with innovations from more than 250 exhibitors.. And this year's conference dinner is at the jaw-dropping NASCAR Hall of Fame, an I.M. Pei-designed whirl of sleek steel and gleaming lights! Register this week to lock in our best rates. The price will increase every week between now and show time! We offer special rates for multiple registrants from the same firm, recent graduates, educators, and public agency employees. Student members can attend the Steel Conference for free and may be eligible for help with travel costs. If you have any questions, you can reach us at nascc@aisc.org. We hope to see you in Charlotte!

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION

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Date:  10/20/2022
Time:  4:30 PM
Location:  270 Park Avenue, Manhattan
Price:  Free

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Would you like to tour New York City's newest supertall tower as it rises?

Join us for an in-person AISC Steel Day event to witness the construction of this 1,388-foot-tall skyscraper.  The site visit will be guided by the structural engineers who designed the tower, the contractors who are erecting the structure and a representative from the mill that supplied the steel.  After the tour, we will head to a nearby bar for a happy hour sponsored by Nucor's Construction Solutions team.  Please contact Steve Rys at steve.rys@nucor.com with any questions.

 

Register here:  https://steelday.aisc.org/EventDetails.aspx?eid=3064

Note:  Please be aware that closed-toe footwear and long pants/sleeves are required.  PPE will be provided on site if you do not have your own.

Dear SEAoNY members and friends,

We would like to express our deepest sympathy and support for all the people affected by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona. Many people have been displaced, many lives affected and many homes and businesses damaged. 

We have been monitoring the post-storm property damage situation to see if there are any requests for support in regard to building evaluations. At least one NYC DOB team has been sent to Puerto Rico. A general call for help has not been received by SEAoNY, nor NCSEA as of yet. This may change at any time.

We advise our members of the following: If you are interested in participating in any voluntary assistance or technical support, please find information on the SEAoNY SEER Committee page. They are in touch with the branches of government and volunteer organizations that will put out the official request for help.

Having our members volunteer for one of these deployments is one of SEAoNY's core values. At the same time, we want to keep our members safe. Showing up as an engineering volunteer in one of these stricken towns can be a logistical challenge for our members as well as a distraction or worse to overtaxed local coordinators. We are monitoring calls for help closely and will keep anyone interested updated as the situation unfolds. Notifications will be provided to those who are registered with the SEER Committee.

SEAoNY Team