
Mo and Josh discuss the transition from an older repair system, using flat FRP panels, to the improved SPiRe+ system. They detail the design and testing of the new panels which include built-in T profiles for added strength. The conversation includes a live demonstration at a job site, showcasing the installation of these panels at pump stations near a canal. They outline the installation process, from surface preparation and drilling holes for J bolts to attaching the panels and ensuring an impervious connection. Questions from the audience about underwater applications, durability in aggressive marine environments, installation techniques, and project management are also addressed.
Jun 10, 2024
40 min

Mo and Josh share how to save on your marine and land projects by using ShearWraps and ShearCamp for steel pile and column designs. Perfect for structural engineers and project managers, this episode will help you during your proposal and design process.
Apr 18, 2024
26 min

Josh covers when to use cementitious vs epoxy grouts vs neat epoxy (with project examples and how to calculate the different fill materials in your repair.
Mar 12, 2024
30 min

Perfect for engineers and project managers, this episode aims to help you during your proposal and design process, ensuring quick access and ease in compiling accurate project information.
Feb 4, 2024
23 min

Josh and I cover our brand-new product SPiRe+, showing you how to install the panels so you can repair corroded seawalls within weeks while saving thousands and answering live Q&A from listeners about the product's features, installation, and potential applications.
Jan 8, 2024
50 min

Live from the Dock Expo in Nashville, TN. In this episode Mo reviews a design he received for the repair of a severely corroded seawall, comparing it to a design alternative using SPiRe Plus panels. Mo digs into the current designs' logistical challenges, excessive welding and corrosion concerns. Then he reviews how the SPiRe Plus panels help to: decrease logisitcal issues due to their light weight, provide an easy install, reduce maintenance, and reduce costs.
Dec 11, 2023
26 min

In this episode, Mo joins us from the American Society of Civil Engineers COPRI Marine Conference at Louisiana State University, highlighting the conference's focus on marine infrastructure. Mo and Josh discuss recent experiences with repair projects in Mexico, using innovative solutions like ShearWrap and how they address challenges with underwater welding, providing insights on how these solutions aid port repairs globally.
Nov 6, 2023
29 min

Mo and Josh delve into the innovative PileMedic jacket, discussing the unique advantages it offers, its comparison to traditional rebar cage systems, and how engineers can seamlessly integrate it into their projects for more durable, cost-effective solutions.
Oct 11, 2023
21 min

Josh Ahumada and Dan Kennedy, our FRP Construction Project Manager, discuss personal experience and actionable insights with the PileMedic product to help you tackle the unique challenges associated with marina projects.
Sep 12, 2023
28 min

The first installment of Marine Infrastructure Live. Prof Mo Ehsani and Josh Ahumada discuss their favorite projects, best practices, and innovative new approaches for marina repair.
Aug 4, 2023
30 min
