CAD
S-Frame Software
has launched an academic software donation program that provides universities and colleges that teach civil and structural engineering with software at no charge. The schools can use the software for internal research or Capstone projects. S-Frame’s suite includes S-Frame, S-Steel, S-Pad, S-Calc, S-Concrete and S-Line. www.s-frame.com
Hilti
anchors and anchor channels are now provided as 3-D objects in Tekla Structures software for BIM. www.hilti.com
WATER
Grundfos GO
is a new app that provides access to Grundfos online tools and wireless remote pump controls. Used on a smart phone, the app allows users to adjust pump settings, receive alarms, etc. It also gives a live data feed from the pumps directly onto the screen. www.grundfos.us
The new WaterWell Monitor solution by Trimble Environmental Solutions enables the quick collection of groundwater level data for monitoring water wells at landfills and remediation sites. Includes GPS navigation. www.trimble.com
Superbright fluorescent dyes from Spectroline reveal all leaks in static and circulating water systems, including storage tanks and boilers. The dyes also show leaks in piping, valves, condensors, pumps, etc. www.spectroline.com
