When you’re diving into commercial real estate transactions, one of the critical steps is getting an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey done. As licensed surveyors, we perform these surveys to give you detailed insights into a property’s boundaries, improvements, easements, and other crucial features. Let’s break down why these surveys are so essential. ALTA/NSPS Land Title…
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For this week’s blog, we asked Mike “Kaz” Kaczorowski, the Principal Planner of Transportation for the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (RPCGB), to dive into their APPLE program and its success story. Under his leadership, the program has made significant strides in supporting local governments and improving infrastructure across the Greater Birmingham region. APPLE,…
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The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, also known as the MUTCD, is the national standard for traffic control devices on all streets, highways, and other public roads. The MUTCD provides the purpose and application of traffic control devices such as signs, roadway striping, and traffic signals. In December of 2023, the Federal Highway Administration…
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In January 2023, construction of a new roundabout was completed at the intersection of Sportsplex Parkway and West Point Parkway in Opelika, Alabama. The transformation of this intersection into a roundabout is a great example of how a city can roll up its sleeves and efficiently take an important project through conceptual planning, engineering design,…
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Driveways are often plagued by a common nemesis: cracks. But fear not, understanding the cause is the first step to keeping them at bay. It’s not a matter of if your driveway will crack, but when. Not all cracks are the same, so understanding what causes cracking to occur can help prevent the deterioration of…
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For this week’s blog, Sain asked Chris Bond, the Executive Director of Designs For Hope, to share his story and the importance of using our talents to serve others. There’s an old saying that necessity is the mother of invention. This was definitely the case during major wars. During WWII, ‘synthetic’ rubber was invented due…
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We are thrilled to announce that Sain Associates has been honored with a National Recognition Award and an Engineering Excellence Award (EEA) from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Alabama for exceptional work on the Will Buechner Parkway project. Named in memory of Auburn police officer Will Buechner, who tragically lost his life…
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The world of aviation is constantly changing and improving for the better. We also know that efficiency and safety are the most important aspects when designing new infrastructure around airports. This is why Sain offers comprehensive airport infrastructure and facilities upgrade engineering and design services. We have experience in a wide variety of services from…
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In 2021, Sain Associates undertook a comprehensive operations and safety analysis along a 7.7-mile stretch of US-31, spanning from South Colonial Parkway in Alabaster to Amphitheater Road in Pelham. This study included 19 signalized intersections as well as 69 unsignalized intersections. We reviewed roadway geometry, traffic control equipment, crash trends, planned developments in the area,…
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Design-build projects offer a unique approach to construction where the designer and builder work together as a team, rather than independently contracted by the owner. This collaborative method allows for seamless communication and integration of design and construction processes. One of the key advantages of design-build projects is the time efficiency they offer. By having…
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