Researchers at the HAWC Collaboration, a gamma ray observatory located in Mexico that uses domes from Alaska Structures®, recently discovered a galactic source of gamma rays, of note because of its potential to produce high-energy cosmic rays.
Custom Dome Structures Involved in Gamma Ray Detection
How Fabric Structures for Disaster Recovery Shape Your Community’s Response
Disasters do not wait to strike at opportune times or places. Instead, they interrupt the daily lives of those caught in the devastating path — causing trauma to both people and the structures they rely on for safety. Alaska Structures® supports government agencies, businesses, first responders, and
Read moreHigh-Quality Fabric Structures for Improving Immigration and Refugee Housing
The national borders of the United States remain overwhelmed with immigrants awaiting decisions regarding their legal status. Many of these people are refugees fleeing situations out of their control. Many others are hopeful immigrants wanting to join their family or start a new future promised by the American dream. And unfortunately, many
Read moreHow Glass Manufacturing Facilities Benefit From Fabric Structures
If you are a glass manufacturer, you probably already know that glass’s main ingredient is sand. But what many people don’t know is that sand is the world’s second most consumed natural resource after water. And with each passing year, the resource becomes more scarce. This is just
Read moreHow TV Sets and Movie Production Facilities Can Use Fabric Structures
Odds are, if you’re a director or producer for TV or movies, you often work best when you have free rein on your set. You thrive when you’re working in a production facility that lets you realize your creative vision — without frustrating restrictions. But not all TV and movie production facilities
Read moreMunicipality Guide: Humane Housing Solutions and Navigation Centers for the Homeless
Housing solutions for the homeless, sometimes referred to as "navigation centers," are important for every municipality across the country. And this is by no means an exaggeration. Unfortunately, every single region in the U.S. has community members experiencing homelessness. As of 2019, the number
Read moreStructures for Fighting and Responding to Wildfires
Across the United States, hotshot crews organized by federal, tribal, state, and local government agencies respond to tens of thousands of wildfires each year, and that number is only rising. Since 2015, the number of wildfires in the U.S. has increased by about 100 large
Read moreHow Engineered Fabric Structures Can Improve Marina Operations
From boat storage to transit security headquarters, marinas can utilize engineered fabric structures to help a variety of their operations. The weather resistance, durability, and portability of fabric structures are just a few of the characteristics that make them the obvious choice for use around the docks,
Read moreFrom Coal to Hydrogen: Understanding the Role of Engineered Fabric Structures
You’re constantly looking for ways to make your power plant more efficient. But where exactly do you start? The reality is, one of the best ways to improve your power plant operations is to make the switch from coal to sustainable hydrogen. Companies all over the world are embracing the coal
Read moreSocial Distancing Measures to Help Reopen Schools
Educators, parents, and students around the country are wondering when schools will reopen after closures due to COVID-19. While no simple answer to their questions exists, reopening dates will depend largely on schools’ ability to follow federal guidelines, including actions related to health and safety and ongoing monitoring. Social distancing measures figure prominently
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