Frost Engineering & Consulting

06/09/2026

In collaboration with the University of Miami, Frost Engineering & Consulting contributed to the development of a design manual for nonmetallic pultruded structures, prepared for NEx (Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials).

The manual supports engineers in applying FRP design provisions while comparing the American (ASCE/SEI 74-23) and European (CEN/TS 19101) frameworks.

This work included a detailed comparison of design philosophy, load and resistance approaches, environmental reduction factors, creep behavior, member design procedures, and bolted connection design. The manual provides guidance for thin-walled pultruded glass FRP profiles and includes worked examples for connections, flexural members, shear, and compression design.

A peer-reviewed paper on this study can be viewed here:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0950061825043624

06/05/2026

This month, we’re highlighting our work in advanced materials, focusing on how our team integrates research, testing, and design expertise to deliver innovative, durable structural solutions. We'll be sharing insights and highlights from our latest composite research and testing initiatives.

You can explore examples of our advanced material design work by using the link here:

https://frosteng.net/portfolio_category/advanced-materials/ &service=undefined

06/03/2026

“Masonry design education is key to preparing students to solve the real-world challenges faced by today’s structural engineers.”

Through the Concrete Masonry Checkoff, we’re proud to highlight this valuable resource that supports masonry design in engineering education.

Learn more and access it here:

https://beautyofblock.com/engineering-curriculum/

05/28/2026

May is Month, and we’re highlighting some of our favorite historic building projects.⁠

Union Station in South Bend, Indiana - originally a train station that opened in 1929 - once served the New York Central Railroad and the Grand Trunk Western Railroad. Today, this historic landmark has been thoughtfully retrofitted into a state-of-the-art technology hub, now home to a data center and professional office space. Frost contributed structural design expertise as part of the building’s adaptive reuse.

05/26/2026

Celebrating the preservation of historic places - St. Adalbert’s journey was recently featured:

A conversation with the Rev. Ryan Pietrocarlo, pastor of St. Adalbert Catholic Church, about the historic structure's ongoing restoration.

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

We had a great time closing out last week at our annual cookout, celebrating alongside our local partners.

05/19/2026

May is Month, and we’re highlighting some of our favorite historic building projects.⁠
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Frost provided structural engineering services for renovations to Lyons Hall, a historic women’s residence hall at the University of Notre Dame. Built between 1925 and 1927 in the Collegiate Gothic style, Lyons Hall is a defining feature of South Quad, known for its iconic arch framing St. Mary’s Lake.

Learn more about this project here:

https://frosteng.net/portfolio-items/notre-dame-lyons-hall/

05/18/2026

Frost team members recently traveled to Minnesota, where they had the opportunity to connect with manufacturing and industry partners, as well as engage with local academic institutions. The visit provided valuable opportunities to collaborate, exchange ideas, and explore advancements shaping the future of engineering and materials.

05/12/2026

May is Month, and we’re highlighting some of our favorite historic building projects.⁠
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In collaboration with Arkos Design, Frost led the structural retrofit and expansion of the historic Baugo Township High School Gymnasium in Jamestown (Jimtown), Indiana. Originally constructed in 1929 and recognized as an Indiana Landmark, the gymnasium has been reimagined as a modern community hub - now the Craig & Teneen Dobbs Community Center.

Learn more about this project here:

https://frosteng.net/portfolio-items/jimtown-community-center/