Harry W. (Hank) Martin, former managing director of construction codes and standards at the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has been recognized with the Excellence Award of the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Building Seismic Safety Council (BSSC).
“His work to advance the performance of steel framing in seismic events moved our industry forward, helping to keep steel competitive in the building construction marketplace,” said Robert J. Wills, P.E., vice president of construction for AISI. “We appreciate Hank’s valued contributions to our industry during his career and congratulate him on this well-deserved recognition.”
BSSC Excellence Award
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of BSSC, NIBS recognized BSSC leaders who provided significant direction to the council and contributed to its success at a March 4, 2021 BSSC Meeting and Symposium to celebrate the 2020 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Recommended Seismic Provisions (FEMA P-2082)-10th edition.
BSSC has coordinated the efforts of federal agencies, the building industry and thousands of subject matter experts to develop 10 editions of the NEHRP Recommended Seismic Provisions, which have served as the foundation of the nation’s seismic standards and model building codes.
Lakisha A. Woods, CAE, president and CEO of NIBS, thanked award recipients for their dedication to NIBS and their hard work to keep the nation’s residents safe.
“This award is bestowed upon those who have distinguished themselves in technical positions, in leadership, and as leaders in government and private engineering organizations,” Woods said. “These efforts have improved building performance, minimized the damage from earthquakes and saved lives.”
Martin, who is retired, is a leader and innovator for steel in the construction codes and standards arena.
Hank Martin
Former Managing Director
Construction Codes and Standards
AISI
- Played an integral part in the adoption of seismic provisions for CFS framing design into the Uniform Building Code, which preceded the International Building Code
- Initiated research on CFS seismic force-resisting systems that was later incorporated into AISI S110, the first AISI design standard for CFS special bolted moment frames; and the first lateral design standard for CFS framing (AISI S213). Both standards have since been combined into AISI S400, North American Standard for Seismic Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems
- Was very involved in the SAC Steel Project that investigated the performance of structural steel moment frames after the 1994 Northridge earthquake
Additional Seismic Resources
- Shaked and Baked But Still Standing
- 5 Reasons CFS Contributes to Building Resiliency
- Holding it All Together: Designing, Specifying, and Installing Connectors
- eBook: Strength in the Face of Disaster: How Cold-Formed Steel Framing Keeps Buildings Safe
- What Cranberry Sauce and Graham Crackers Have to Do With a Stiffness Analysis
About BSSC
The Building Seismic Safety Council was established in 1979 as one of the most important initiatives under the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program. The council’s mission is to enhance public safety by providing a national forum that fosters improved seismic planning, design, construction and regulation in the building community. For more information, visit nibs.org/bssc.
About NIBS
The National Institute of Building Sciences brings together labor and consumer interests, government representatives, regulatory agencies, and members of the building industry to identify and resolve problems and potential problems around the construction of housing and commercial buildings. NIBS is a nonprofit, non-governmental organization. It was established by Congress in 1974. For more information, visit nibs.org or follow @bldgsciences on Twitter and Facebook.
About AISI
AISI serves as the voice of the American steel industry in the public policy arena and advances the case for steel in the marketplace as the preferred material of choice. AISI also plays a lead role in the development and application of new steels and steelmaking technology.
AISI’s membership is comprised of integrated and electric arc furnace steelmakers, and associate members who are suppliers to or customers of the steel industry. For more news about steel and its applications, view AISI’s website at www.steel.org .
Follow AISI on Facebook or Twitter (@AISISteel).