Business Details
We have been delivering innovative civil engineering solutions since 1968. Our firm specializes in the design and evaluation of excavation protection systems such as cofferdams, anchored walls, and shoring. We also provide expert assessment and repair design for damaged structures, including foundations, towers, and highrise buildings. Dr. Richard Hartman, our principal, is licensed as a professional engineer in thirtyseven states and is recognized internationally for his expertise. Leveraging decades of handson experience, we solve complex design challenges that other firms cannot address. Our research on steel sheet piling has produced new design criteria that are adopted by major codewriting agencies.
We have designed hundreds of systems for projects across the United States, Puerto Rico, Panama, Egypt, and the Marshall Islands. In emergency situations, we provide rapid response, safety evaluations, and construction monitoring to protect life and property. We train engineers and contractors through seminars, sharing our knowledge to elevate industry standards. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in every detailed report, inspection, and supervision effort we deliver. We maintain the highest professional standards, ensuring that every project meets or exceeds regulatory requirements.
We have designed hundreds of systems for projects across the United States, Puerto Rico, Panama, Egypt, and the Marshall Islands. In emergency situations, we provide rapid response, safety evaluations, and construction monitoring to protect life and property. We train engineers and contractors through seminars, sharing our knowledge to elevate industry standards. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in every detailed report, inspection, and supervision effort we deliver. We maintain the highest professional standards, ensuring that every project meets or exceeds regulatory requirements.
Highlights and features
- We have 55+ years of excavation protection expertise.
- We licensed in 37 states, ensuring nationwide compliance.
- We pioneered new sheet piling design criteria adopted by AASHTO.
- We responded to emergency collapses, delivering lifesaving design solutions.
- We provide detailed inspections and realtime monitoring during repairs.
Services
Excavation Protection Design
Excavation Protection Design focuses on creating cofferdams, anchored walls, and shoring systems that secure excavation sites. We apply advanced geotechnical and structural analysis to ensure stability in diverse soils and seismic conditions. Clients benefit from reliable, codecompliant solutions that protect workers and reduce project downtime.
Damaged Structure Repair
Damaged Structure Repair addresses severe foundation erosion, tower collapse, and highrise building failures that threaten safety and continuity. Our multidisciplinary team conducts rapid onsite assessments, develops precise corrective measures, and orchestrates controlled reconstruction to restore loadbearing capacity. Clients benefit from minimized downtime, transparent progress reporting, and longterm confidence in the structural resilience of their assets.
Emergency Response
Emergency Response delivers rapid intervention for structural failures, such as collapsed wings or damaged foundations. We establish safety evaluations, set up monitoring systems, and coordinate salvage efforts to protect personnel and property. Our coordinated actions reduce risk, expedite recovery, and ensure compliance with regulatory and insurance requirements.
Sheet Piling R&D
Sheet Piling R&D focuses on enhancing the strength and durability of steel sheet piling installations. Our fullscale testing revealed significant discrepancies between manufacturers, leading to a new design method adopted by major codes. Clients benefit from optimized material selection, reduced construction costs, and increased structural performance.
Inspection & Monitoring
Inspection & Monitoring provides continuous oversight of construction and repair projects to ensure adherence to design intent. We deploy realtime sensors, conduct regular inspections, and generate detailed reports for stakeholders. This proactive approach mitigates risks, identifies early issues, and guarantees longterm safety.
