CSCE Short and Medium Span Bridge Conference – Technical Tours

1) TOUR A:   12:30 pm – 4:30 pm** – Friday Aug 6, 2010

Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory (SEESL) Tour

Delegates will have an opportunity to take part in a tour of the Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory (SEESL) in Buffalo, New York. The SEESL is in the Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering (CSEE), at the University of Buffalo. The laboratory is capable of conducting testing of full or large-scale structures using dynamic or static loading using two shake (earthquake simulation) tables.

** Approximate arrival time back to Canada.  Return time could be delayed.

Please Note:  TOUR A will require entering the United States from Canada.  Tour participants are responsible for having a valid passport and visa if required to enter the United States.  Please see the link below for requirements for foreign citizens to travel to the U.S.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/visa_1750.html

2) TOUR B:   12:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Friday Aug 6, 2010

Tour of Recent Bridge Construction Projects in the Niagara Area

Delegates will have an opportunity to take part in a guided bus tour of bridges along the major highways in the Niagara area.  Over the last several years, the Queen Elizabeth Way has been widened to accommodate extra traffic lanes and as a result, several new bridges have been built. Some of the innovative design and construction techniques that have been necessitated due to high traffic volumes will be highlighted.

A ticket is required to attend a technical tour.  Cost is $40 including lunch.
Please Note:  Availability of each tour is limited and will be accepted on a first come first serve basis.  Tours may be cancelled if there is insufficient demand.  Refunds will be issued if a tour is cancelled.