What Is Basement Waterproofing? Benefits & Solutions

Waterproofing a basement refers to the process of protecting a basement from water damage and leakage. Since basements are located below ground level, they are more susceptible to moisture and water infiltration. Water can enter a basement through cracks in the foundation, gaps around pipes or windows, or even through the walls themselves. This can […]

West People: August 2025 | Engineering News-Record

On July 1, Dina El-Tawansy was sworn in as the 35th director of the California Dept. of Transportation (Caltrans). She will manage a nearly $20-billion budget and more than 22,000 employees who oversee the state’s 50,000 lane miles of highway, 20,000 bridges and more than 400 public-use airports. El-Tawansy was previously the Bay Area District […]

Team probes cracks on newly built UDSM hostel

Dar es Salaam. The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) administration has formed a team to establish why cracks have appeared on a newly built hostel block. Prof David Mfinanga, UDSM deputy vice chancellor in charge of administration, told The Citizen yesterday that the three-member team was led by a senior lecturer in structural engineering, […]