Since 2005, Plan B Engineering has been dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative structural stabilization solutions. Our expertise lies in designing temporary shoring, bracing, scaffolding, and access systems that ensure safety, efficiency, and collaboration across every project. From new builds to historic renovations and adaptive reuse, we work closely with project stakeholders to address complex construction challenges early in the process. We engineer solutions that: * Safeguard the public, workers, and equipment with advanced safety systems. * Preserve structural integrity and historic features through effective stabilization designs. * Streamline logistics and execution, especially in densely built urban environments. We serve a diverse range of markets, including commercial high-rises, historic landmarks, residential developments, and public-sector projects. Our commitment is to engineer risk out of the construction process, delivering successful projects on time and with excellence.
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475 Veit Rd
Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania 19006, US
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It was a great experience writing an article on one the most challenging and creative projects in our 20 year history. I'll never forget doing site visits at ESB--being able to stand outside on the roof of level 104 was a memorable experience for a young engineer. Thanks to Andrew Angelilli and Anthony Mark, PE for helping sort through stacks of calcs, drawings, emails, and presentations to piece together a narrative. Its a good read, if I do say so myself!
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Complex truss erection; engineering provided by Plan B Engineering 80’ long trusses weighing in at approximately 30 tons each. #metroiron #valconcrane #masterrigger #ironworkers #nyc #bronx #structuralsteel #truss #cranes #nyccranes #family #fth #esphesians611 #rigging #riggingnyc #gratitude
Innovation often sparks in unexpected ways. Six years ago, our founder, John McErlean, sat at home with a coffee, pondering a complex shoring challenge for the Landmark II project in West LA. A flash of inspiration hit, and John sketched a solution on a simple brown paper bag. That idea became the foundation for a design enabling a 4-story deep cut through an existing garage—true to John’s original vision. This moment of creativity not only shaped our mission at Plan B Engineering but continues to guide how we tackle challenges. Curious about how a brown bag turned into a breakthrough design? Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_5kbi-v #Innovation #Engineering #CommunityDevelopment #PlanBEngineering #ProblemSolving #LandmarkII #ConstructionLeadership #BuildingCommunities
On December 8th, Fifth Avenue celebrates its 200th anniversary, marking two centuries as one of the world’s most famous streets. Known for its luxury shopping, architectural landmarks, and cultural significance, this historic thoroughfare has seen incredible transformation and investment, with the latest projects totaling $3.9 billion in real estate transactions. Recently, you may have seen a new attraction on this iconic street – Plan B had the opportunity to contribute to the Louis Vuitton scaffolding project. This fully enclosed scaffolding blends safety, functionality, and cutting-edge design, creating a standout feature on this legendary avenue. As the celebrations kick off with street closures, live music, and interactive experiences, take a moment to check out our latest project at 1 East 57th Street. Learn more about the anniversary events here: https://lnkd.in/eUdEDjhE #FifthAvenue #200Years #LouisVuitton #PlanBEngineering #NYC
Completed this year and set to open in 2025, the Studio Museum in Harlem, New York, has undergone significant expansion with the addition of a new building for exhibitions and programming. The central feature in the building’s lobby is a four-story tall monumental steel-framed staircase clad with terrazzo panels, offering visitors views of an 85-foot-tall vertical art gallery. Project architect Cooper Robertson engaged Plan B Engineering to collaborate with Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) to analyze the staircase’s complex deflection behavior in order to precisely detail the layout of decorative terrazzo panels hung from the steel framework. Our role was to determine the minimum spacing between panels so that the global deflections of the under dead and live loading would not locally cause the panels to come into contact and be damaged. The deflected shape of each cantilevered section of the stairs was carefully reviewed in SAP2000 to ensure that the desired 1/16” panel spacing was acceptable. We also coordinated load testing of select spans to verify the FEA analysis. Special thanks to Kevin Poulin at Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) for leading the collaboration effort for both this project and the article. We’d also like to acknowledge the team at Sciame Construction, LLC for bringing yet another innovative design into reality. Read more about this project in STRUCTURE Magazine’s article: https://lnkd.in/gqE87nFX #EngineeringExcellence #StructuralEngineering #PlanBEngineering #StudioMuseumHarlem
This year, we’re thankful for our talented team and the incredible partners we’ve had the privilege to work with. Your hard work and collaboration make everything we do possible. We’re especially excited about a project that might just make an appearance in the Thanksgiving Day parade—stay tuned! Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Engineering #PlanBEngineering
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Plan B Engineering is hiring! Looking for an AutoCAD drafter with 5+ years experience in the structural or related field to join our team! #hiring #drafting #autocad #engineering
To all veterans within the Plan B Engineering family and beyond, we extend our gratitude for your courage, dedication, and the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our freedoms. We are inspired daily by your service and commitment to our nation and our communities. Today, we honor not only those who have served but also the families who stand behind them, offering strength and support. Thank you for your bravery and for all you have done to keep us safe. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #PlanBEngineering
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When preserving and renovating a historical structure, a specified construction sequence is required to maintain stability of that structure that is being preserved. This involves understanding the existing conditions, understanding the final conditions, knowing what modifications need to occur and how that works with the temporary bracing considerations. A team like Plan B Engineering that specifies in construction engineering, or specifying the "means and methods" of construction is the best suited to support these types of projects. Plan B Engineering folded nicely in with the project team, working with March Construction, Gilsanz Murray Steficek, Minno & Wasko Architects and Planners, and others, to help retain the historic facades and tie them into the new modern interior structure. #Flemmington #Unionhotel #facaderetention #historicalpreservation #constructionengineering #renovations https://lnkd.in/e2E2XG99
Election Day is here! As the big day comes to an end, we are reminded of our contribution to preserving one of the nation’s most iconic landmarks in Washington, D.C. — the U.S. Capitol. In 2014, the Architect of the Capitol launched a $60 million project to repair over 1,000 cracks, restore windows, and repaint the Capitol’s historic cast-iron dome. The construction team– a Turner/Smoot Construction joint venture–was provided an access design using a custom fabricated steel framework as part of the contract documents. However, the team turned to BrandSafway and Plan B Engineering to explore alternative options using standard scaffold equipment to save time and money. We designed a self-supporting scaffold using modular systems equipment, reinforced with “compression ring” plan bracing levels to stabilize the scaffold without leaning onto the dome. This complex design allowed the scaffold to remain independently stable under all construction and environmental loads. This approach not only ensured the project’s success but also achieved time and cost savings, helping to preserve this national treasure for future generations. If you have a challenging project that requires innovative engineering solutions, contact us today to learn how we can help. https://lnkd.in/ejQE8ZHN #PlanBEngineering #USCapitol #HistoricPreservation #Scaffolding #EngineeringExcellence