Articles Tagged with ''SGH (Simpson Gumpertz & Heger)''

SGH Expands Building Enclosure Consulting Presence in Atlanta

National firm deepens southeast presence, welcoming architect and building expert Edward Bernard alongside SGH veteran Scott Tomlinson

May 28, 2026

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger announced the strategic expansion of the firm’s building enclosure consulting services in Atlanta, GA, and the Southeastern United States.

International Women’s Day in Design

A Woman’s Perspective on Sustainable Design, Affordable Housing, and Mentorship in Engineering

Andrea Bono

Lindsay Lewis

March 2, 2026

From early inspiration in math and science to leading sustainability initiatives, Andrea Bono shares how community engagement, inclusive design, and women in engineering are shaping healthier, more resilient built environments.

Structural Design Expert Nick Wetzel joins SGH

Wetzel specializes in aerospace infrastructure and seismic engineering

January 9, 2026

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) welcomes Nick Wetzel back to the firm as a Project Director, enhancing our design capabilities for aerospace infrastructure and specialty structures and bolstering our seismic engineering expertise.

SGH Welcomes Structural Repair & Rehab Experts Judd Galloway and Michael Murphy

Mr. Galloway is based in Waltham, Massachusetts; Dr. Murphy is in Minneapolis, Minnesota

November 25, 2025

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger has welcomed senior leaders Judd Galloway and Michael Murphy to the firm’s Structural Engineering group, bolstering our consulting expertise in investigating, repairing, rehabilitating, and retrofitting buildings and infrastructure.

SGH Opens New Office in Tampa

National firm expands its presence in the Southeastern U.S. with expertise in building enclosure consulting and corrosion and materials engineering

May 1, 2025

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) announced the opening of its new office location in Tampa, Florida.

Self-adhered membrane turning into the rough opening to tie in with the interior air seal.

Evaluating and Detailing Pre-Applied Air/Water Barrier Sheathing Products

From Design to Construction

Benjamin Hiltz P.E Sierra Scott P.E.

November 22, 2024

This article discusses the benefits and challenges associated with preapplied water/air barrier sheathing systems, including detailing considerations, recommended enhancements, and how to avoid common construction pitfalls.

SGH Founder Passes Away

December 6, 2017

Werner Gumpertz, co-founder of Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, died at 99 on December 1.

ASTM Committee Honors Stephen Condren

July 27, 2016

Stephen Condren, senior project manager at Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc., has received the Carl G. Cash Award from ASTM International Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing.

SGH Announces 2016 Senior Promotions

February 10, 2016

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger announced their newest Senior Principal, Principals, and Associate Principals.

SGH Staff Help Launch Building Rating System

December 4, 2015

Contributors take leading role in new resiliency effort.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.