2006 IDEAS2 Awards

24 Tips for Simplifying Braced Frame Connections
By Victor Shneur, P.E.

Ask the Experts
By George F. Wendt
Early involvement isn't just for fabricator contacting specialty subcontractors early in your next project can help cut costs and construction time.

Bending and Rolling Steel Products
Including the 2006 AISC Steel Bender and Roller Listing

Quality Assurance for Engineers: Are We Where We Should Be?
By David I. Ruby, P.E., S.E.
Quality assurance is a critical ingredient in the structural engineering process, but are we giving it the attention it deserves?

Quality Corner: Everything You Wanted To Know About Corrective Action, But Were Afraid To Ask!
By Michael Mauris, CWI/CWE
The corrective action process is a powerful tool for making your company more efficient, productive, and profitable.

SteelWise: High-Strength Bolting Made Easy
By John E. O'Leary, S.E., P.E. and Sergio Zoruba, PH.D., P.E.

What Engineers Should Know About Bending Steel
By Todd A. Alwood
With these tips under your belt, you'll be ahead of the curve on your next bending or rolling project.