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  How To Fund Seismic Retrofit Now That FEMA Grants Are Currently On Hold

  Since the federal government has recently placed all seismic retrofit grants on hold, many public entities are wondering how to proceed in funding their seismic retrofit projects. VIE can assist an organization to fund seismic retrofit projects, as we have for many organizations that have pursued seismic retrofit projects independent of FEMA for decades.

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  Keep Your Business Running After An Earthquake With Seismic Bracing

  Earthquakes not only pose a significant threat to life safety, but also to economics. They can severely damage equipment, buildings, and infrastructure, as well as disrupt production. When you’re operating a business in an area with seismic hazards, advance planning will improve the likelihood that your business will still be able to operate with functional systems in place. 

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  Coordination Of Seismic Bracing Within BIM Models

  Through coordination of seismic bracing within BIM models, it is possible to construct earthquake-resistant structures that prioritize life-safety and mitigate losses in a seismic event.

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  How Earthquake-Resistant Design Enhances Airport Safety

  Throughout the world, seismic activity presents a major threat to transportation networks, like airports. In our previous blog, Seismic Safety For Airports: Crucial Concerns, Impacts, And Mitigating Risks, we did an overview of some of the key factors involved in airport seismic safety. Here, we’ll go further into how earthquake-resistant design enhances airport safety.

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  The Importance Of Seismic Bracing Design For Buildings In Oregon And Washington

  In the Pacific Northwest, there are significant seismic hazards along the Cascadia Subduction Zone. This 600-mile-long fault increases the likelihood of an intraplate earthquake, which could result in devastating damage and fatalities. VIE provides seismic bracing design services in Oregon and Washington in order to help clients prepare for natural disasters and mitigate the damage they cause. 

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  4 Reasons To Use VIE For PML / HUD Studies

  VIE has performed seismic assessment reports and probable maximum loss studies for hundreds of buildings throughout the United States, many HUD properties included. Here is what you need to know about what working with us for your probable maximum loss studies for your HUD properties can offer you. 

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