Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Lexington, KY
Founded in 1965 by Freeland Harris, our firm has built a legacy of delivering innovative structural engineering solutions for industrial and commercial buildings. We prioritize creative framing and foundation designs that meet current building codes while adding value to client projects. Our commitment to close coordination with design and construction teams ensures seamless project execution. With expertise in 3D Revit modeling and fast-track project delivery, we support clients from initial design through construction completion. Our hands-on approach includes detailed review of fabrication drawings, onsite contractor collaboration, and critical meeting participation.We specialize in complex projects requiring seismic-resistant designs, heavy crane systems, and tilt-up concrete solutions. Our team's decades of collective experience in industrial, automotive, and food and beverage sectors enables tailored structural solutions. We maintain long-term relationships with industry leaders like Gray Construction and Siemens Energy. Our services extend to assembling multidisciplinary design teams for comprehensive project needs. This enduring dedication to technical excellence and client partnership continues to define our work today.
Services
Structural Design
3D Modeling
Foundation Design
Crane Runway Systems
Tilt-Up Wall Design
Seismic Engineering
Construction Assistance
Steel Framing
Concrete Design
Project Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer 58 years of specialized structural engineering experience
- Our team delivers complex projects using 3D Revit modeling technology
- We provide hands-on construction assistance through project completion
- Our engineers have designed over 1.6 million sq ft manufacturing facilities
- We maintain long-term partnerships with major industrial contractors
Services
Structural Design
Our structural design services create safe, code-compliant solutions for industrial and commercial buildings. We specialize in complex steel and concrete systems that meet seismic requirements while optimizing construction efficiency. Our engineers deliver designs that balance safety standards with cost-effective construction methods.
3D Modeling
We utilize 3D Revit modeling to enhance design coordination and identify potential conflicts before construction. This technology improves accuracy in complex projects involving multiple building systems and ensures seamless integration of structural components.
Foundation Design
Our foundation design expertise includes deep and shallow systems for heavy industrial equipment. We create customized solutions that accommodate extreme loads from cranes and manufacturing machinery while maintaining structural integrity in seismic zones.
Crane Runway Systems
We design high-capacity crane runway systems for automotive and manufacturing facilities. Our solutions support cranes up to 450 tons while ensuring structural stability and operational efficiency in large industrial spaces.
Tilt-Up Wall Design
Our tilt-up concrete wall designs meet fire code requirements while enabling rapid construction. We incorporate architectural elements like brick inserts while addressing seismic design challenges in large distribution centers.
People
Jim Johnson
Senior Principal Engineer
With 28 years at FHCE, Jim specializes in fast-track industrial projects, foundation design, and steel structures. He manages Lexington office operations and oversees workload distribution.
Larry Antle
Senior Principal Engineer
Larry has 29 years of experience in industrial foundation design and steel structures. He contributes technical expertise while supporting project management activities across the firm.
Eddie Alexander
Senior Principal Engineer
With 26 years at FHCE, Eddie focuses on seismic-resistant tilt-up walls and multi-story industrial structures. His expertise includes complex foundation systems for heavy equipment.
Michael Baugh
Principal Engineer
Michael specializes in seismic zone structural design for manufacturing facilities. He has led projects requiring specialized steel and concrete solutions in high-risk areas.
Lauren Fryxell
Principal Engineer
Lauren focuses on steel and concrete analysis for industrial buildings. With 18 years at FHCE, he provides technical expertise on structural systems for manufacturing facilities.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in structural engineering for industrial sectors including automotive manufacturing, food and beverage production, and distribution centers.
Do you handle fast-track projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience delivering structural designs for fast-track industrial projects with compressed timelines.
Can you design seismic-resistant structures?
Our engineers have specialized expertise in seismic design category D structures with tilt-up walls and complex foundation systems.
Do you provide construction support?
We offer comprehensive construction assistance including fabrication drawing reviews, site visits, and contractor coordination.
What software do you use?
We utilize 3D Revit modeling for design coordination and clash detection in complex industrial projects.
