If you’ve spent enough time in this industry, you’ve surely seen the acronym “D.I.P.” before. D.I.P. stands for ductile iron pipe, and it is often used for potable water transmission and distribution. D.I.P. is made of ductile cast iron, which undergoes a unique treatment process that gives it remarkable properties. Unlike traditional cast iron, ductile iron can withstand significant bending …
On March 20th, 2024, Governor Phil Murphy signed new affordable housing legislation into law. This new legislation provides a formal framework and timeline for municipalities to determine their affordable housing obligations (i.e., the number of units required), and it imposes strict deadlines for municipalities to act on these obligations. Also, this new legislation prohibits wealthy towns from paying their way …
On March 26th, The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed within seconds of being struck by a cargo ship leaving the city’s port. This collapse sent shockwaves throughout both the local community and the engineering world. Such unprecedented incidents raise questions about the efficacy of modern engineering techniques, and the vulnerability of the world’s ageing infrastructure. Why the …
Most of our clients (contractors, builders, and commercial site owners/operators) are required to file and maintain a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). A SWPPP is a site-specific document consisting of plans and a written report addressing the sources of stormwater pollution present at a construction site. This stormwater pollution can come in the form of sediment runoff, fallen leaves and …
Once April 1st comes around, many people know that it’s time to take their rain boots, umbrellas, and ponchos out of storage for the spring. The age-old saying “April showers bring May flowers” has been around for longer than you think. In fact, the phase originates from a short poem written by a man named Thomas Tussler, way back in …
Porous bituminous pavement is a type of paved surface that has a higher percentage of voids than typical pavement. These voids allow water to pass through the surface easily, reaching the groundwater table beneath. Porous pavement is becoming increasingly useful to land developers, as the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) classifies it as a form of “Green Infrastructure,” …
AutoCAD Civil 3D is a very intricate program that is widely used in the Civil Engineering and Surveying Professions. Throughout the years, this program has been optimized to expedite the design process and new capabilities have been added to assist civil engineers in a wide range of tasks. One capability that our team at WJH Engineering utilizes to provide value …
Becoming a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is a milestone many graduate engineers strive to reach in their careers. This title is significant for many reasons. To a client, it means you’ve got the credentials to warrant their trust and respect. To an employer, it signals your ability to take on a higher level of responsibility. Basically, becoming a licensed P.E. is …
The strongest communities are built on a foundation of trust and cooperation. The New Jersey League of Municipalities Annual Conference contributes towards a sense of community in New Jersey by providing private professionals and government officials with an opportunity to network and share their ideas. This event is particularly beneficial to New Jersey residents because it opens the doors to …
Landscape architects design outdoor spaces within housing developments, urban areas, campuses, and recreational facilities. Their work takes social and natural processes into consideration to establish harmony between human communities and the natural environment they are set in. The importance of landscape architects has increased in recent years due to the growing concern for climate change and natural disasters. A landscape …
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