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Seismic Bracing In Nevada
Nevada is located in “earthquake country”. It’s one of the most seismically active regions in the United States, and is ranked among the top three states subjected to the most large earthquakes over the past 150 years.
As such, seismic bracing is key in order to mitigate the high potential losses from earthquakes throughout the state. VIE Engineers provides seismic engineering services throughout the Western United States in order to enhance the life safety condition of buildings, lifeline systems, and facilities.
Avoid The Consequences Of Not Being Prepared
There are earthquake faults all over the state of Nevada. A magnitude 6.0 earthquake could occur anywhere in the state. This necessitates proper preparation in order to mitigate consequences. In addition to individuals being educated in earthquake safety, structural risks must also be considered. This can be accomplished through building codes and seismic bracing. Unreinforced masonry buildings (URMs) can collapse in earthquakes.
Much earthquake damage results not from the structures themselves, but from unsecured nonstructural components, such as MEP systems. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems can cause extensive damage if left without appropriate seismic bracing. Bracing secures nonstructural components, mitigating the risk of earthquake damage.
The Seismic Engineering Services You Need
There are many different engineering firms out there. VIE is one that develops custom designs for every project. We compute actual loads, rather than using simplified, overly conservative designs. We don’t use junior engineers or drafting personnel for our brace layouts – these are done by senior, licensed engineers. Nor do we only use one bracing manufacturer. In order to meet client needs and reduce costs, we consider multiple different manufacturers to find the best fit for your specific project.
There’s no doubt that when you work with VIE, you’ll get the code-compliant bracing systems you need in order to mitigate damage in the event of an earthquake.
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Nevada Seismic Bracing Services
Tens of thousands of earthquakes occur in Nevada every year, thanks to the many active faults across the state. The area east of Sierras is suspected to be the most seismically active, however, there are active faults at the base of nearly every mountain range in the state. What this means is that everyone in the state lives close to an earthquake fault.
From the small earthquakes that you don’t even feel to the large earthquakes that damage buildings and create life safety risks, the large number of earthquakes require people and buildings to be appropriately prepared in order to mitigate risk as much as possible.
VIE Engineers is here to help you with your Nevada seismic engineering needs. To us, seismic engineering isn’t just a job or a business. It is work that we are privileged to help you with and take extremely seriously. We’re here to help you make your buildings as safe as possible in the event of an earthquake.
Why Choose VIE Engineers?
When you choose VIE Engineers for your seismic engineering needs in Nevada, you’re working with dedicated professionals who see to every detail in order to ensure a job done right. We don’t cut corners, as we pride ourselves on designs specified to client needs. When you work with us, you don’t need to worry about trying to find someone else for the bracing components. We work with Connectors for Construction in order to provide our clients with a complete, turn-key solution.
Our clients have included government entities, public utilities, and many more. With over 40 years of experience, you can count on us to ensure a job done right.
To learn more about our seismic engineering services and how we can assist you, please don’t hesitate to contact us today.