FEATURES

26   Tremendous Tower
By Cody Shaw and Brad Koch
A Denver office building’s signature element is an AESS tower that honors the neighborhood’s industrial roots.

32   Podium Possibilities
By John Roach, SE, PE
Adapting an existing steel podium provided a world-renowned children’s hospital with more space to conduct life-saving research.

40   Branching Out
By Tom Miltner, PE
Steel brought an architect’s vision for a tree-like structural centerpiece to life.

44   Honing In On HSS
By Brad Fletcher, SE
Ten reasons to incorporate HSS into your next design.

48   Curved Steel Curiosities
Remember these important choices and questions when designing with curved steel and working with an AISC member bender-roller.

54   Out In the Open
A refresher on understanding and specifying AESS in building projects.

COLUMNS

SteelWise
14   Bending Benefits
By Ken Pecho
Engineers should consider these ten bender-roller tips and facts when designing with curved steel.

Field Notes
20   On the Rise
Interview by Geoff Weisenberger
Machel Morrison has become a respected voice in academia and steel design instruction within just a few short years of starting his teaching career.

Business Issues
22   Partnership Practices
By Shaun Eller
The right partners are crucial in workforce development. One company leader offers an inside look at how to find and cultivate relationships.