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May 13, 2019 • Ports & Waterways
VIDEO: Underwater Pier Inspection Along the Schuylkill River
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All piers need to be periodically inspected to determine the condition of the structural elements... Read Article
April 16, 2019 • Bridges
Issue No. 13: Legacy
Bright Bridges: A Closer Look at Bridge Lighting
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Bridge lighting illuminates our nation’s roadways to help safely guide travelers across, under, and... Read Article
March 26, 2019 • Sustainability
Issue No. 13: Legacy
Student Perspective: On Cultural Embodied Energy
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Jonathan Napolitano was the runner up in the inaugural Excellence Student Article Competition. His... Read Article
February 25, 2019 • Arts & Culture • Historic Renovation • MEP/FP Systems
Issue No. 13: Legacy
Stoneleigh Estate - Renovations of The Main House
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Maintaining a Historic Perspective of the main house Read Article
January 08, 2019 • Special Inspections
Issue Q&A
Q&A with Jared Krause – Breaking Down Special Inspections
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Check out this Q&A with Jared Krause about the field of special inspections and the crucial role it... Read Article
November 13, 2018 • People • Infrastructure
Issue No. 13: Legacy
Q&A with Diane Purdy – Rebuilding and Restoring our Infrastructure
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Diane Purdy is a senior project manager in Urban’s State College, Pennsylvania, office with more... Read Article
June 01, 2018 • People
Issue No. 12: Restore/Rebuild
The Rail Park
An obsolete railroad viaduct from Philadelphia’s industrial past finds green horizons. The City of... Read Article
April 23, 2018 • Special Inspections
VIDEO: Crane Ride Orbiting the Comcast Technology Center
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VIDEO: Urban orbited the tower’s spire from a crane basket, capturing views of the city from 1,200... Read Article
November 23, 2016 • Public Spaces • Ports & Waterways • Construction Support
Issue No. 11 New Frontiers
Reviving 44th Drive Pier
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Despite excellent views of the Manhattan skyline, deterioration of 44th Drive Pier along the East... Read Article
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