The nature and tactics of explosive threats look to remain consistent in 2025. However, as everything in nature and life, the methods and technologies used to execute these threats are evolving. Traditionally, terrorist explosive threats were assessed as occurring at ground or street level (e.g., explosive-laden cars, trucks, or boats). The Bomb Threat Standoff Cards […]
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The Need to Stay Focused Yet Flexible
Every New Year, much like many of you, I take a moment to reflect on my life—my family, my work, and the world around us. As I ponder our current circumstances and the journey that brought us here, I am reminded of the vital role that resilience and adaptability play in overcoming challenges. It’s impossible […]
International Symposium on Interaction of the Effects of Munitions with Structures (ISIEMS) 2024
Attending scientific symposiums offers a wonderful opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in the field. Last December, I had the privilege of speaking at the International Symposium on the Interaction of Munitions with Structures (ISIEMS) in Bonn, Germany. There, I presented our risk-based approach to antiterrorism design for buildings to a diverse audience of […]
From Forest to Fortress
What is Mass Timber? Mass timber is an exciting innovation in construction. Unlike traditional solid lumber, it’s engineered by gluing together layers of wood to create a remarkably strong material. Think of it as a giant wooden sandwich with layers stacked on top of each other. Two common types of mass timber are cross-laminated timber […]
6 Steps to Specifying Blast Products
The world of blast protection has been rapidly expanding and there are now numerous products and approaches to provide protection from attacks. Where there used to be two solutions, there may now be twenty. It is important for owners, and security and design professionals understand how to select products appropriate for their project. This […]
Testing Manager Position
Stone Security Engineering (StoneSec) is an internationally recognized engineering consulting firm specializing in the protection of people, buildings, and structures from accidental and manmade hazards. We focus on Extreme Loading (including blast, ballistics, vehicle ramming, and forced entry resistance) and safety, engineering, and design. StoneSec has offices in New York City and the Washington DC […]