Mount Kelly, Olympic Legacy 50m Swimming Pool
Devon Contractors were extremely proud to be appointed to build a new Olympic Legacy 50m Swimming Pool with changing facilities and external works, for the prestigious Mount Kelly school in Tavistock. The pool which will hopefully go on to train some of Team GB’s future athletes, holds an astonishing 1.45 million litres of water, consists of eight lanes and is one of only 30 of its kind in the entire UK. In addition to the pool there is a smart new changing village and a new reception area. The project was funded by Sport England National Lottery funding.


One hundred years ago, only 20 percent of people lived in urban areas. Today, the urban population represents more than half of the global population, and by 2050, it is projected to be 70 percent. Extreme urban density will undoubtedly strain, if not break, existing city transit systems. An entirely new approach to public transit will be needed. The Urban Transit prize will spur the development of new modes of affordable public transit and revolutionize how we think about mobility.
The winning team will develop a new generation of urban transit systems that can transport 100 or more people while being 50 percent more efficient than today’s technology, cost less than $20 a month per person, and cause no more than a 5-minute delay on a scheduled route. Teams may develop entirely new forms of transportation and/or enhance traditional or nontraditional transportation business models.
To find out how you can help support this XPRIZE, please email [email protected].


Federal law prohibits the construction or modification of any bridge across navigable waters of the United States unless first authorized by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard approves the location, plans and navigational clearances of bridges through the issuance of bridge permits or bridge permit amendments.
Construction of bridges or causeways over or in any navigable river or other navigable water, and international bridges regardless of the waterway's navigability.
Statute or Regulations:
Section 9, Rivers and Harbors Appropriations Act of 1899, as amended (33 USC 401); the Act of March 23, 1906, amended (33 USC 491), the General Bridge Act of 1946, amended (33 USC 525); the International Bridge Act of 1972 (33 USC 535)


From Virginia Tech
GM awards Virginia Tech Transportation Institute $4.8 million research, product testing agreement
Blacksburg, Va. --- General Motors Corporation (GM) has awarded the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) a long-term research and product testing agreement, with a total that could reach $4.8 million, to examine various aspects of driver-vehicle interfaces for both collision warning and telematics systems.
The agreement provides the framework to conduct a number of individual projects over a three-year period that will heavily utilize the Virginia Smart Road and the Transportation Institute's fleet of instrumented vehicles. The agreement grew from a long-standing research relationship between GM and VTTI and the presence of Virginia's Smart Road research facility. Projects conducted under the agreement will support elements of GM's safety, human factors and research activities.
"GM and Virginia Tech have a long history of industry leading research in the area of driver vehicle interface performance," said Richard Deering, manager, crash avoidance and system development, General Motors. "This agreement furthers our relationship. We want to use the Virginia Smart Road to do a great deal of important testing to optimize the performance of various collision warning systems and to learn more about how drivers can safely use telematic systems."
"This alliance solidifies Virginia Tech's standing as a leader in transportation research and represents an important step forward for our Smart Road partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration," Virginia Tech President Charles Steger said.
Jon Hankey, leader of the institute's Advanced Product Test and Evaluation Group, and Tom Dingus, institute director and long-time driving safety researcher, will serve as the project principal investigators. "This agreement constitutes a great new opportunity for us to participate in cutting-edge research and help shape the design of future vehicles," stated Hankey.
Although the transportation institute has conducted significant research sponsored by private companies, this agreement constitutes the largest such agreement in the history of the organization. "This alliance is very important for the Institute and the Smart Road" stated Dingus. "It provides a long-term base of funding that compliments our funding from public sources and helps to ensure the continued success of the Smart Road for years to come."
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute


Somerset Morrisons Warehouse Facility, Bridgewater M5
Supermarket retailer Morrisons are working on an extensive new warehouse facility in Somerset, adjacent to the M5, close to junction 23, sitting just north of The Willow Man, “the Angel of the South”. The team at DLA Arcitecture have used The Willow Man as the inspiration behind the design for the cladding panels which depict the natural colours of willow.
Low carbon and sustainable design have been a priority for this 800,000 square foot facility, utilising measures such as using ammonia for refrigeration as opposed to conventional options; introducing daylight in the bulk of warehouse and other spaces, cutting the need for artificial lighting; and high levels of air tightness to avoid heat loss.
The £95 million project is expected to become fully operational early in 2012. The freehold facility will serve 63 stores and supports Morrisons’ ‘National to Nationwide’ expansion.


Oakland is well on its way to becoming America’s first Digital District!
The Commonwealth Financing Authority, through its first round of Multimodal Transportation Funds, has awarded OBID $200,000 for the Forbes Digital Plaza Project! Funds were awarded to community projects that will improve public safety, enhance streetscapes, and upgrade multimodal infrastructure. The project is one of only twelve in Allegheny County to receive funding. We are thrilled to make this announcement, along with our partners UPMC, Pitt, Carlow, CMU, Oakland Transportation Management Association, City of Pittsburgh, Community Human Services, and the Oakland Task Force.


The Jordan Covered Bridge began life in 1937 straddling Thomas Creek east of Scio in Linn County. It looked like many covered bridges built at that time by Linn County, with its sides open to expose the trusses. This design feature increased light in the bridge, improved visibility for motorists, offered less wind resistance, and was more visually appealing. The Jordan Covered Bridge carried Linn County traffic for almost half a century.
Fortunately, in 1986 when Linn County announced that the bridge needed to be replaced, the town of Stayton (in nearby Marion County) asked to have it. They had just a spot for it, crossing the Salem Power Canal and serving as a foot bridge to connect two parks – Pioneer Park and Wilderness Park. The Jordon Covered Bridge was dismantled in 1986 and with the assistance of volunteers and Marine Corp reservists, it was rebuilt in Stayton, with a dedication ceremony in June of 1988.
One of the age-old problems and concerns with wooden covered bridges is their vulnerability to fire. And, unfortunately, on December 20, 1994, it is fire that destroyed the original Jordan Covered Bridge; the cause was an electrical short in some Christmas lights on its roof. The bridge burned beyond restoration. The city demolished what was left of the trusses and burned everything else.
The town of Stayton so loved their bridge that the decision to rebuild it was immediate. A non-profit committee was formed, presented a viable plan to the city council, and were granted the insurance money from the fire. Work on the new bridge began on May 16, 1998 and was completed just four months later, for a dedication ceremony on September 26. The new bridge, built with all new wood, is named the Stayton-Jordan Covered Bridge.
I knew none of this history when we stopped by Pioneer Park in Stayton last summer for a picnic lunch. I knew only that there was a covered bridge in the park and it might be a good place to walk around for a minute as we were taking a leisurely drive down Highway 99E. Pioneer Park was full of people that day, families with young kids, couples, folks out for a stroll, and teenagers frequently using the bridge on their way to somewhere else. There were just a couple picnic tables available, but luckily, one of them had this view. After finishing lunch we walked around and enjoyed the covered bridge. It was so unlike any that we have in Lane County that it set the course for the rest of our day. As we left the park, we stopped by the tourist information center and got maps to find the other Linn County covered bridges.


Since 1990, HydroTher Hot Tubs have been the #1 choice of architects, consultants, designers and facility operators for commercial aquatic applications.
By Vic Walker
When considering a swimming pool and hot tub in addition to an outdoor landscape design, many homeowners select a hot tub that is integrated into the pool form. This not only creates a cohesive look, but also allows the hot tub to be used as a design element with water flowing over or out into the pool. This is a common design premise. Installation concepts for portable hot tubs, however, can be a little more challenging when trying to make them look as integrated as their built-in counterparts.
In today’s modern backyard design, portable hot tubs have become quite popular with many homeowners as they are an ideal way to add hydrotherapy options to a landscape design and there are many interesting ways they can be incorporated. Some of the things that should be considered when installing a hot tub or swim spa include: ease of ingress and egress, general location in the backyard relative to the house or property views (e.g. overlooking a lake or other scenic feature) and making sure there is a safe path—to and from—with adequate lighting for safety.
Most hot tubs and swim spas are installed on grade (or level) with other features in the backyard. In most cases, they are typically installed on a poured-concrete foundation or other leveled, firm surface. However, while all hot tubs need to be installed on some sort of level ground, they do not necessarily need to be on a poured-concrete pad. Other masonry materials such as interlocking concrete pavers, dry-set tile, or even natural stone will work as long as they are secure. Hot tubs can even be installed on a pea-gravel base as long as it is thick enough (approximately 152 mm [6 in.]) and installed on a compacted soil base. Homeowners can even choose pre-fabricated plastic pads, which are designed specifically for hot tub foundations. These preformed pads are easy to set-up; however, they must be installed on a compacted, level surface as well.
Swim spas on the other hand, due to their size and weight, are typically installed on a steel-reinforced, poured-concrete pad with some form of footing design. Other methods of on-grade installations include using a simple concrete pad, gravel bed, or reinforced-wooden platform. These are some of the easier on-grade methods; however, sometimes they do not look as integrated into the landscape as other installation methods.
For homeowners looking for a more refined look, one option is to install their new hot tub or swim spa inside a vault. Vault installations offer many functional and esthetic advantages. For instance, they provide easier access for enhanced ingress and egress and can be built above or below grade depending on the design needs. In many instances, the materials used to finish a vault can be the same or complement other materials used in the landscape. For example, the exterior walls of an above-grade vault can be finished in stone veneer, tile, or any other material being used in the backyard.
For below-grade vaults, the access covers and adjacent deck can also be constructed of the same or complementing materials as other features. By using similar materials, the ability to further integrate the design into a landscape is enhanced—even if the hot tub is installed after the initial landscaping has been completed.
In addition to aesthetic concerns, proper design of the vault structure and other items are extremely important as they are essential to the hot tub or swim spa’s long-term stability. Other important considerations include: wall and support construction, drainage, and maintenance. A good vault design also makes routine maintenance easier by providing access to key areas, e.g. pumps and controls.
Vaults are functional enclosures that should be constructed by a licensed contractor as there are many considerations that need to be addressed in order to design/build them correctly. A basic, but important, consideration is soil. For example, various soil types will play a factor in the design and size of the footing required for a vault wall, whether it is being built above or below grade. Further, the type of reinforcement bar required in the construction of the wall and footing will vary according to the wall’s thickness and what building and finishing materials are being used (e.g. stone veneer). Contractors will have experience working with different soils as well as local building codes; therefore, they should have a good idea of what footing design is required for any given design.
environmental water (e.g. rain and melting snow), but also splash out from the hot tub.
Another important consideration is drainage, especially for vaults designed below grade. These vaults require the installation of a drainage system that can not only handle environmental water (e.g. rain and melting snow), but also splash out from the hot tub or swim spa. This is a crucial design element in swim spa vaults as more water is pushed out of these spas during swimming and exercise. Ideally, vault drain systems should be tied into an existing landscaping drain. For projects using a gravel base, a ‘French drain’ (i.e. weeping tile) system can be employed, and depending on soil conditions, these drains are effective at handling excess water. Another option is to install a pump system that ties into exiting drains or evacuates water from the vault to another location. These pump systems use floats, which activate automatically once the water has reached a certain level. These pumps will keep the vault dry in rainstorms and during heavy usage.
Adequate access is also important to the design. The equipment in most hot tubs and swim spas are typically located in one area; therefore, it is a good idea to make this area accessible for routine maintenance and/or repair. Further, as hot tubs and swim spas need to be drained and filled frequently, drain outlets should also be easy to get to. In some cases, contractors can install a simple ball valve that can be easily reached when the hot tub is inside a vault. Water is then emptied right into the vault’s drain system, making this maintenance routine easier to perform. If the exterior cabinet of the hot tub or swim spa will also need maintenance, this should be considered in the design as well.
Finally, another form of access that should be well thought out is ingress and egress. Obviously, a set of integrated steps make above-grade vaults safer to use; however, they can become part of the integrated design by simply incorporating materials, which have been used throughout the backyard landscape, e.g. matching other steps or walls in the yard.
Hot tub and swim spa installations are limitless in style and design. And, thanks to vaults, depending on the homeowner’s preferences and the design theme of their backyard, they can also be installed in a variety of configurations. Many vaults are identified by how much of the product is either hidden or revealed. While these are almost infinite, the following will discuss some of the more typical styles and/or configurations being used today.
Above-grade (i.e. on-grade) vaults are one of the most popular styles as they do not require a large excavation. They do still require a footing; however, so some digging is necessary.
These full-vault structures are designed and built on grade to cover all sides of the hot tub. Its walls can comprise poured concrete, brick, or concrete masonry unit (CMU) blocks, and then finished in any one of a variety of hardscaping materials.
A full-height, on-grade vault is one which fully encloses the hot tub or swim spa and extends to the top of the unit. These vaults also typically include a maintenance access hatch in the front where the equipment is located. Often times, steps are built into the sides of the vault walls not only to promote ingress and egress, but to also create visual interest.
A full-height, three-wall vault is another popular option as this design creates more of an alcove by leaving one side of the hot tub exposed. These vaults can be built in a variety of heights depending on what the homeowner wants. For example, a vault can be built to cover only half of the hot tub or swim spa (i.e. a 50-50 installation). In some cases, this is more cost effective (since there is less to build); however, it still helps to blend the hot tub or swim spa into the landscape.
On-grade vaults can easily become the focal point of a backyard as the sides of the vault act as a canvas for the homeowner to decorate as they desire.
When vault designs go into the ground, or below grade, they are typically classified by how deep they are set into the ground. For instance, just as its name suggests, half of a 50-50 vault is installed below grade, while the remaining half is above grade.
Vaults that are constructed below grade still provide the option of adding materials to the exterior portion of the walls to help incorporate the design with the adjacent landscaping. The lower height of below-grade walls can be less imposing, whereas the same size hot tub or swim spa feels and looks smaller and/or more integrated in a 50-50 below grade vault than it would in a 50-50 on-grade vault.
When designing and installing below-grade vaults it is important to design the walls and footings with enough retaining force to hold back the soil. Wall size and design will vary depending on soil conditions as well as the vault’s overall height. For example, if the vault is 0.76 m (2.5 ft) deep and has a 0.76-m exposed wall, the overall engineering and footing design will account for a 1.5-m (5-ft) wall. The wall’s thickness will also have a bearing on the footing design. A licensed contractor will be able to assist homeowners in designing these walls and footings; some hot tub manufacturers offer vault kits, which assist contractors when designing these structures to accommodate a new hot tub installation.
Similar to on-grade vaults, a 50-50 below-grade vault can be designed to leave half of the hot tub visible and not include any walls above grade. This variation involves excavating to the required depth and installing all retaining walls below grade, including the required foundation, drains, etc. For this style of design, it is still important to create an access hatch or area adjacent to the location of the pumps and/or equipment for maintenance repairs. The design (or height) variations are unlimited, thus allowing homeowners to select the style of vault that best suits their landscape and lifestyle.
Just as the name suggests, a flush-vault design is one where the entire hot tub or swim spa, except for the bar top (the part the cover sits on), is recessed into the ground. This design is extremely popular; however, it requires a little more planning and engineering in some instances.
Drainage and maintenance access still need to be addressed; yet, when built correctly, flush vaults can provide the most integrated esthetic look when added into a landscape design. These vaults allow hot tubs to be installed at the same level as the homeowner’s inground swimming pool. Many flush-style vaults are designed with clearance access on all four sides, which is covered by a removable panel system constructed of a complementing material. For example, porcelain tile access panels installed adjacent to stamped concrete. This creates an attractive change in material on the ground and still allows for easy access to the vault.
In other designs, the surrounding materials can be installed flush with the edge of the vault, adding to the cohesive feel of the design by creating a seamless integration between the vaulted hot tub and the surrounding landscape. Only the equipment side of the hot tub or swim spa is made accessible with a removable panel.
When it comes to external views, these vaults provide a unique aspect for bathers. When inside the hot tub, bathers are at grade level with the surrounding landscaping, which enhances the feeling of privacy as well as the hot tub’s integration into the outdoor design.
Not only do vaults need to provide access to the hot tub or swim spa they house, but also to the items that might need to be maintained on the vault itself. This includes being able to remove dirt and debris from the vault and/or verify that it does not contain any standing water. Since most vaults have walls either above or below ground, odd items can become trapped inside. It is also a good idea to provide some form of lighting and/or power outlet as a convenient way to help in the maintenance process.
While vault installations may not be the answer for every homeowner, if designed/installed correctly, they can become a feature item in the backyard. When constructing a hot tub or swim spa vault, one needs to consider the overall landscape design as well as local construction and building code regulations. Building a secure and safe vault will not only provide homeowners with years of use, but will add value and beauty to their backyard project.
Pool and Spa Marketing


- There are no alerts at this time.
Mahoning County Engineer Announces South Avenue Road Widening, Turn Lane Installments, and Roadway Improvements Project in Boardman Township, Mahoning County Project No. MAH-CR 151-3.57 (South Avenue); PIO 95446 Read on...
Lowellville Road Bridge #15 Replacement Project in the City of Struthers, Mahoning County MAH-Lowellville Road Bridge; PID 98840 Read on...
The project proposes the rehabilitation of the Lake Milton Causeway along Mahoning Avenue (CR 18) in Milton Township, Mahoning County, Ohio. Read on...
|Sub Department||Location||Phone Number|
|District 2 Outpost||11795 Market Street
North Lima, OH 44452
|District 4 Outpost||18065 Middletown Road
Sebring, OH 44672


Quality Products backed by the Industry's leading Warranty
WE USE THE INDUSTRY'S LEADING PRODUCTS and have installed THOUSANDS radon mitigation systems in homes throughout MICHIGAN
Radon Mitigation fans
There can be many challenges when it comes to installing radon mitigation systems, whether it’s for a residential home or commercial building. The visual aspect and aesthetic side of things concerning radon systems is dependent on what options a home or building allows. Installing these systems in locations that are both pleasing cosmetically to look at, while still being functional in reducing radon levels is our ultimate goal. Meeting both of these demands without compromising the functionality of the radon system is our specialty. To help achieve this we rely on the latest technology and information available to us within the radon mitigation industry.
radon mitigation system pricing
A radon reduction system consists of pvc pipe connected to the soil either through a hole in a slab, via a sump lid connection, or beneath a plastic sheet in a crawl space. Attached to the pipe is a quiet, continuously operating fan that discharges the radon outdoors.
every residential home and commercial building requires it’s own unique route for installing a radon mitigation system
The potential variables that can influence the cost of a radon mitigation system are seemingly endless. Some of the radon mitigation systems that we install involve much more technicalities than what can be commonly perceived, radon systems can be very specialized. It is vitally important to have a job quoted properly from the start with all of the possible options and routs specified in accordance with all federal, local, and state, building and radon codes. Further more, a radon mitigation quote should note all potential upgrades that can affect prices, these additional variables may need to be implemented to a radon system to assure a reduction in radon levels.
Don’t let price be the determining factor when choosing a radon mitigation professional. There are no shortcuts in having a radon mitigation job done right. The safety of you and your family is paramount.
Typical installation cost: $600 – $1,500 (dependent on many variables)
sub-slab suction by coring through slab
sub-slab suction utilizing existing sump opening
seal crawl area with pipe and suction point. Dura-Skim radon retarder, minimum of 6-mil. 8-mil. 10-mil. polyethylene sheeting, or high-density cross-laminated polyethylene, 1/2 in. wide bead of caulk, polyurethane caulk or Proflex by GeoCel
install perforated pipe on crawl area or geotextile drain matting on soil at location of suction point, cover and seal radon pipe and crawl area, separate sections of sheeting must be overlapped by at least 12 in. and seal to wall
connect crawl space pipe to upper sub-slab suction system
connect upper slab to sub-slab suction system
cover and seal sump crock
new submersible sump pump and new check valve
additional suction point
floating slab or french drain
additional cost for fan upgrade
the radon systems we install are quiet and efficient
Average operating cost: $3.00/month
Expected life span of fan: 11 years
Fan replacement cost: $145-$300
Periodic maintenance: None


Mastic asphalt is one of the worlds most traditional waterproofing materials with an official history of being used for nearly 200 years, it has really stood the test of time.
Modern asphalt is poly modified making it more resilient than ever to our ever changing climate and when maintained properly has a life expectancy of around 50 years. It is one of the most versatile roofing products out there and can installed to a variety of applications such as tanking, paving, damp proofing, stairways and of course roofs.
Extensive Range of Benefits
Our team take pride in working to the highest quality standards on all our installations, whether domestic or commercial, offering a full insurance backed ten year guarantee on all installations. Meeting the most demanding safety standards and offering superb customer service we believe we offer one of the best asphalt roofing installation services in the region. All asphalt roofing installations are finished by our expert roofers so you are assured to get the best solution every time .
Specialist Asphalt Roofing Installers
Our professional team of roofers provide properties with the very best in asphalt roofing installation solutions, all to the highest standard. The asphalt roofing system is supplied by us and our team will quickly get to work. No matter the requirements, our roofers will be able to provide a comprehensive, cost effective and long lasting solution. We specialise in high quality installations of all asphalt roofing for domestic and commercial properties across Essex and London.
An exceptional asphalt roofing provides long lasting coverage which makes it highly cost effective. However, if not installed correctly, faults will quickly appear and the roofing will need to be replaced sooner than you would expect. Our roofers ensure that this won’t happen. With many years in the industry, our roofers will provide an exceptional asphalt roofing installation every time.
Asphalt roofing installation across Hertfordshire, Essex and London
We carry out asphalt roofing installation and repairs for commercial and domestic customers across Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, Epping, Thornwood, Harlow, Sawbridgeworth, Bishop’s Stortford, Saffron Walden, Letchworth Garden City, Hitchin, Stevenage, Welwyn Garden City, Knebworth, Ware, Hatfield, Potters Bar, London Colney, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Redbourn, Harpenden, Luton, Dunstable, Berkhamstead, Abbots Langley, Leighton Buzzard, Hertford, Stanstead Abbots, Little Hallingbury, Whitwell and Kimpton.
To learn more about our range of roofing installations contact us at any time to speak to our team and arrange a free survey and quotation.


The Antioch Bridge on State Route 160 is the only bridge to reach outside the nine-county Bay Area. From Antioch in northeastern Contra Costa County, the bridge arches over the San Joaquin River, touching down in Sacramento County. In addition to vehicular traffic, it provides bicycle and pedestrian access.
The Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) collects tolls on the seven state-owned toll bridges in the Bay Area. As of Saturday, March 21, no cash will be collected on any of these bridges. You can use either FasTrak to pay your toll, or FasTrak will mail you a bill for just the amount of your toll. With FasTrak, you can use special designated lanes to get you to the toll plaza faster and drive through without having to stop to pay the toll collector. Tolls are automatically deducted from your prepaid account. For more information about FasTrak, visit bayareafastrak.org or call 877-BAY-TOLL.
Bridge Toll: Northbound on Route 160
- FasTrak: $6.00
- Pay By Plate: $6.00
- When: All Days, All Hours
Carpool Discount Toll*
- MON-FRI, 5:00AM - 10:00AM and 3:00PM - 7:00PM
*In order to qualify for the carpool rate, you must meet the carpool occupancy requirements, use designated carpool lanes and pay the toll with FasTrak.


T.P.O. membrane roofing work
Les Couvreurs Toit-Direct in Boisbriand are experts in TPO membrane roofing projects.
This lining is one of the best known linings, both for residential and commercial buildings, because it remains a competitive product due to its low cost. It comes with three guarantees: 20-25 and 30 years depending on the thickness of the lining.
This type of membrane is designed to combine the durability of thermoplastic with the recognized performance of hot air-welded joints (heat welding). These joints reflect the sun's rays and therefore do not absorb the heat. The roof temperature remains cooler in summer, which contributes to savings on the cost of air-conditioning.
Quality of work and materials guaranteed.
When entrusting your project to us, you get to enjoy:


Please enter a search value.
Slab foundations have plenty of benefits, but they also have several issues, many of which depend on the region you're building your home. Here are the important things to consider when it comes to deciding whether a slab foundation is right for you:
The Cons of Concrete Slab Foundations
Climate is extremely important when it comes to slab foundations. If the ground freezes, you risk the slab cracking. Thus, you generally see slab foundations in the southern regions where the ground doesn't freeze often. Another disadvantage of a slab foundation is that it requires you to take up living space for water heaters and HVAC units that could otherwise be hidden in a basement or crawlspace. Whiles some builders put the HVAC units in the ceiling to conserve space, this creates an extra expense for the homeowner when it's time to replace the unit. Putting the unit in a closet somewhere makes it easier to replace and cuts down on labor when it's time to replace it.
Additional disadvantages include:
The Benefits of a Slab Foundation
As long as you live in the right area, the benefits of a slab foundation can definitely outweigh the cons. You'll save a lot of money compared to building a basement. Certain types of crawlspace are more expensive than slab foundations. Some other benefits to consider:
Even if you live in a region where homes frequently use slab foundations, it's certainly not your only choice. Make sure to discuss the possibilities with your builder to determine the best option.


Yogesh land developers were established in the year 2012, since then we have gone on to become one of the fastest rising construction equipment service providers. We provide a wide range of high-quality equipment for construction processes to an array of clients at very reasonable rental rates. We have a caliber led an experienced staff that will provide supreme level services all the while making sure to fulfill all our client’s requirements. We are available 24/7 to provide you with quality assistance on all your construction projects. We are here to listen to any difficulties you might come across and in turn provide you with quality solutions.
If you are ready work or any information related constuction then call to us anytime 24 hours.
This machine is also very useful for you in projects like roads, railways, airports, metropolises. This machine is important in stone quarrying, but also for filling soil, pimples, stones in tippers. Nowadays agricultural land is suitable for leveling, farm ponds, pipelines.
It can move serious heavy construction materials as well as derbis, stone clay mold etc. Help move other substances like. This equipment is very important in road, railway and metro projects. This is called a tipper.
This machine can move the material up to 100 feet or remove it from the room by standing in one place. It is also very useful in projects like roads, railways, airports, metropolises. This machine is important in stone quarrying, but also for filling soil, pimples, stones in tippers.


Effective corrosion protection requires full consideration of lifetime maintenance plans and annualised cost programmes.
It is essential that technical coatings specifications are supported with the applicator skills and expertise required to extend the operational life of important facilities and structural assets.
Effective protective coatings solutions are essential for maintaining asset integrity, reducing ‘out of service’ downtimes and extending and enhancing asset life cycles.
Fitz Coatings provides comprehensive protective coatings advice, technical services and specialist guidance to help maintain the integrity of important and strategic assets. The company’s range of support includes detailed coatings surveys, analysis and assessments, technical specifications, life cost analyses, annualised coatings programmes and predictive maintenance plans to ensure the implementation of effective corrosion control measures.


Railways transformed the ability to move things and people across the country and beyond, faster than was previously possible. The objects in this image bank showcase the influence of maths in the stories of trains and railways.
The railway industry changed the world. Over 200 years ago the only ways to travel were by foot, horse or boat. After the invention of the steam engine, people began investing in and developing steam engines as a method of transport.
Measurement and geometry are used throughout the rail industry to do things such as designing locomotives, planning routes, creating timetables and setting fares. This involves measures such as weight, money, distance, time and speed.
Highlighting maths in the railway industry is a way of showcasing many useful practical applications of maths.
Maths and Railways – Image Bank (PDF Document)


Hello My house has an old but conventional (as it was then) gas central heating system. It has a pumped supply to the radiators but the primary hot water supply to the hot tank is gravity fed and also feeds the bathroom radiator. All is working well except for the bathroom radiator which gets only moderately warm at the top but gets progressively colder towards the bottom. The hot water tank contains hot water from top to base and its base and the radiator base are on the same level. I've tried a number of things to identify the problem - valve seems to be working ok - bleeding the radiator to no avail. Any ideas would be appreciated.


Churchie – Jackson Building
St Anglican Church Grammar School’s Jackson Building has been the school’s main administration building for 20 years, and our site team oversaw a complete refit of the building which included constructing new staff offices and amenities, as well as implementing a complete terraced landscaping overhaul at the back of the building leading to the school’s oval.
One of BSPN Architecture’s aim for the project was to modernise the space without losing the heritage appeal of the building, so timber and reeded glass has been used to compliment the building’s rich history. The renovation has also brightened the building by allowing natural light to flow throughout the space, creating a light atmosphere for staff to work in.
This was one of our largest projects, and the Churchie management & BSPN architecture were a pleasure to work with throughout the process. We’re proud to have created a space which will be used by staff members at the school for years to come, and serve an important administrative function in the school’s daily operations.


construction method chosen by TDB is dependent upon the customer's
requirements and their budget. We tailor the design of the
construction solution in order to achieve the best customer
satisfaction. Some of the construction methods offered by
TDB include design-build, pre-fabricated buildings and relocatable
structures. TDB continually looks for new cost-effective construction
methodologies that provide high quality structures for a competitive
price to allow the customer's budget to buy more. Last, the
structures must be feasible for the environment in which they
are constructed and acceptable to the local culture.
concrete business utilizes a volumetric concrete mixer operating
on the customer's site to deliver high quality concrete for
a competitive price. More importantly concrete mixed in this
fashion meets the customer’s real-time demand. Providing
concrete with a volumetric mixer often reduces construction
timelines and lowers cost while increasing quality. TDB provides
concrete for traditional pours and has a shotcrete capability
to build fencing that can be stamped to look like cut stone.
Additionally, TDB offers pre-cast concrete services for the
contractor who requires concrete piping, blocks and curbing
to mention only a few.
International can be your premier construction solution providing
tailor-made solutions to fit your needs.
us today for a Solution


Linear drain is an element of hydraulic fittings, which purpose is gravitational reception of water in rooms (bathroom, swimming pool, garage, etc.) or outside (driveways, surroundings building etc.) and draining it through a siphon to a sewage pipe. Linear outlets are a natural development of a point outflow, usually known as a drainage grate.
How can we apply it in our bathroom?
Linear drains can be mounted anywhere on the bathroom floor, usually in the shower, both in the middle and right next to the wall. Linear outlets are increasingly used in modern architectural solutions of bathrooms without a standard shower tray, which allows for free choice of the shape of the cabin and floor finish.
The use of linear troughs allows you to give up the threshold at the entrance to the cabin and envelope in its interior, which significantly affects the improvement of aesthetics. All drain elements – drainage are usually made of stainless steel, which guarantees resistance to corrosion and unchanging appearance during use. Linear outlets can be equipped with flanges, sealing cuffs, adjustment feet to facilitate leveling and siphons.
How is it constructed?
The linear drain has a drain hole in which the siphon is screwed in, usually located centrally in the middle. The top of the gutter is equipped with a decorative grate, which simultaneously masks the drain hole and siphon and is a decorative element. There are also models with a special tray in which tiles are inserted, they are integrated into the floor and almost invisible. The outflows available on the market usually have a length of 60/70/80/90/100 [cm], other lengths are also available. At producers it is usually possible to order any length or with a drain hole in the required place. For the production of gutters is used a stainless steel with a thickness of 0.5 to 2 mm is most often used.
How can we divide such drainages?
It is possible to divide such drain in internal, where we are able to distinguish a linear drains for buildings which are usually made of stainless steel and have a siphon. The second type is external where we can distinguish an outlets intended for outdoor use, in garages, home driveways, around buildings or in utility rooms, etc. They are usually made of polymer concrete and galvanized sheet. They do not need to have a siphon, you can connect them directly to the pipe.
Shower drains are becoming more and more popular nowadays. This is very modern and good-looking solution for every house. Unfortunately it may be impossible to install it in flat.
Prepared in cooperation with wetroomsdesign.co.uk/linear-drains.


Personalising your home
MAC container homes come with a strong, insulated flat roof as standard, pressure-bowed to allow rainwater run-off. You can, however, adapt the roof profile, with professional help from an architect or structural engineer. It depends on how you want the finished building to look, the cost of the modifications and whether planning permission will be required.
Flat roof. Like most purpose-built container homes, ours have flat roofs. This is the cheapest and easiest option and enables another container to be stacked on top. You can create a structure three storeys high with our homes, just like a traditional house. Our steel roofs can easily support the weight of an entire container home, even when built to comply with building regulations. Our roofs are pressure-bowed to allow rainwater run-off.
Green roof. A so-called green roof is the eco-friendly option. It increases the insulation properties of the roof, thereby reducing cooling and heating bills. It also looks attractive and is easy to maintain. You could even add a stairway and create roof garden. Although our roofs are designed for rainwater run-off, you will need to consider waterproofing, drainage layers and box guttering – useful if you are harvesting rainwater. You may need to seek planning permission for a green roof.
Gabled or pitched roof. An angled roof can be pitched in any direction and you can even have a gabled roof, although this will depend on the site profile and any height restrictions.


ABM Offers Clients Fabrication Solutions in the UK.
Clients are increasingly seeking companies that can offer integrated engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction approaches to project execution. ABM’s global EPC execution platform and offsite fabrication capabilities provide advantages to help Clients in the UK and the region achieve significant time and cost savings, support fast-track project schedules and reduce risks such as adverse weather conditions and labour shortages.
Fabrication benefits include:
- Early fabrication design improves constructability
- Modularisation-specific designs
- Focused material and equipment procurement planning to support offsite fabrication
- Established supplier relationships
- Global market knowledge / Global purchasing volume
- Supply chain / Logistics / Expediting
- Quality control / Quality assurance
ABM offers two approaches to offsite fabrication.
ABM operates four full-service fabrication yards around the globe to provide Clients with integrated solutions to modular engineering, fabrication and assembly, modular construction and asset support services. The fabrication yards are located in Canada, China, Mexico and Russia.
ABM also has a global network of fabrication suppliers to provide engineering, fabrication, module assembly and construction services to Clients worldwide. With access to major independently operated fabrication yards globally, ABM has the global reach to provide fabrication solutions anywhere in the world.


- Major: Civil Engineering
- Hometown: Seymour, Tennessee
- Graduation Year: 2022
- E-mail: email@example.com
Hey Future Vols!
My name is Kami Reid, and I am a senior majoring in Civil Engineering! I am from Seymour, TN which is a short 25-minute drive from campus. I grew up loving the Vols, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to now represent the Tickle College of Engineering as an Outreach Ambassador!
I knew I wanted to come to UTK to major in engineering after attending a Society of Women Engineers outreach event. There, I learned about all the majors within the college, and I knew exactly what I wanted to study – civil and environmental! I plan to concentrate in structures and construction during my senior year. I hope to one day work in design.
On campus, I serve as the Outreach Ambassador for the UTK American Society of Civil Engineers Student Chapter. Being involved on campus is a great way to make both personal and professional connections, and ASCE has been one of the highlights of my college experience. I have also worked as an undergrad research assistant in the High Bay Lab that focuses on structures and for SDS as a note taker.
This past summer, I interned in downtown Knoxville at Haines Structural Group. I was able to gain more experience within my major and learn a lot more about what opportunities are available after graduation.
Thank you so much for giving me some of your time while reading my bio! Please reach out if you have any questions. I hope to see you on Rocky Top soon. Go Vols!


I will promote a cycling culture in Kuala Lumpur so that people can cycle to nearby places to run their errands or for leisure time, to school or to work. Bicycles should supplement the MRT and LRT. Bicycle parking should be provided at all MRT and LRT stations.
We need to increase bicycle lanes throughout the city and prioritise cycling, public transport and pedestrians above driving cars. This will cut traffic congestion and pollution and make Kuala Lumpur a green city. People will also be healthier.


Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure Investment Is Putting American’s Lives At Risk (#GotBitcoin?)
Aging US Dams Pose Risk to Thousands. Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure Investment Is Putting American’s Lives At Risk (#GotBitcoin?)
On a cold morning last March, Kenny Angel got a frantic knock on his door. Two workers from a utility company in northern Nebraska had come with a stark warning: Get out of your house.
Just a little over a quarter-mile upstream, the 92-year-old Spencer Dam was straining to contain the swollen, ice-covered Niobrara River after an unusually intense snow and rainstorm. The workers had tried but failed to force open the dam’s frozen wooden spillway gates. So, fearing the worst, they fled in their truck, stopping to warn Angel before driving away without him.
Minutes later, the dam came crashing down, unleashing a wave of water carrying ice chunks the size of cars. Angel’s home was wiped away; his body was never found.
“He had about a 5-minute notice, with no prior warning the day before,” Scott Angel, one of Kenny’s brothers, said.
State inspectors had given the dam a “fair” rating less than a year earlier. Until it failed, it looked little different from thousands of others across the U.S. — and that could portend a problem.
A more than two-year investigation by The Associated Press has found scores of dams nationwide in even worse condition, and in equally dangerous locations. They loom over homes, businesses, highways or entire communities that could face life-threatening floods if the dams don’t hold.
A review of federal data and reports obtained under state open records laws identified 1,688 high-hazard dams rated in poor or unsatisfactory condition as of last year in 44 states and Puerto Rico.
The actual number is almost certainly higher: Some states declined to provide condition ratings for their dams, claiming exemptions to public record requests. Others simply haven’t rated all their dams due to lack of funding, staffing or authority to do so.
Deaths from dam failures have declined since a series of catastrophic collapses in the 1970s prompted the federal and state governments to step up their safety efforts. Yet about 1,000 dams have failed over the past four decades, killing 34 people, according to Stanford University’s National Performance of Dams Program.
Built for flood control, irrigation, water supply, hydropower, recreation or industrial waste storage, the nation’s dams are over a half-century old on average.
Some are no longer adequate to handle the intense rainfall and floods of a changing climate. Yet they are being relied upon to protect more and more people as housing developments spring up nearby.
“There are thousands of people in this country that are living downstream from dams that are probably considered deficient given current safety standards,” said Mark Ogden, a former Ohio dam safety official who is now a technical specialist with the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.
The association estimates it would take more than $70 billion to repair and modernize the nation’s more than 90,000 dams. But unlike much other infrastructure, most U.S. dams are privately owned. That makes it difficult for regulators to require improvements from operators who are unable or unwilling to pay the steep costs.
“Most people have no clue about the vulnerabilities when they live downstream from these private dams,” said Craig Fugate, a former administrator at the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
“When they fail, they don’t fail with warning. They just fail, and suddenly you can find yourself in a situation where you have a wall of water and debris racing toward your house with very little time, if any, to get out.”
It’s unclear whether Angel, a 71-year-old Vietnam War veteran, declined to flee or simply ran out of time after workers with the Nebraska Public Power District warned him that water was overtopping the dam near Spencer, a town of fewer than 500 residents.
An attorney for Angel’s wife, who wasn’t home when the dam broke, has filed a $5 million lawsuit alleging negligence. It claims the power utility failed to properly maintain the dam, train its employees or inform the Angels of dangerous conditions.
Even though the Angels’ home was squarely in its path, the dam was rated as a “significant” rather than “high” hazard, meaning it wasn’t required under Nebraska law to have a formal emergency action plan. About 20% of state-regulated high-hazard dams nationwide still lack emergency plans, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which maintains the national dam inventory.
When last inspected in April 2018 , Spencer Dam’s “fair” rating was accompanied by an ominous notation: “Deficiencies exist which could lead to dam failure during rare, extreme storm events.”
Tim Gokie, chief engineer of Nebraska’s dam safety program, said the warning was due to past water seepage the power utility addressed by installing a drain system. Ultimately, Gokie said, the rising Niobrara River simply overwhelmed the concrete and earthen dam, which was built in 1927 to generate hydroelectricity, not for flood control.
“The fact was that it was just an unprecedented situation,” Nebraska Public Power District spokesman Mark Becker said. “It was beyond what everybody anticipated.”
Nebraska was among the states hardest hit by storms and floods this year that have caused an estimated $1.5 billion in damage to roads, dams, utilities and other infrastructure in 28 states, according to an AP analysis.
A National Climate Assessment released by the White House last year noted growing frequency and intensity of storms as the climate changes. That can push some dams beyond what they were designed to handle.
Even if kept in good condition, thousands of dams could be at risk because of extreme rainstorms, said Fugate, the former FEMA official.
“These are like ticking bombs just sitting there, waiting for the wrong conditions to occur to cause catastrophic failure,” he said.
The nation’s dams are categorized as high, significant or low hazard in the National Inventory of Dams database. High hazard means loss of human life is likely if a dam were to fail. A significant rating means no deaths are likely, although economic and environmental damage are possible.
There is no national standard for inspecting dams, leading to a patchwork of state regulations.
Some states inspect high-hazard dams every year while others wait up to five years. Some states never inspect low-hazard dams — though even farm ponds can eventually pose a high hazard as housing developments encroach.
Dam conditions are supposed to be rated as unsatisfactory, poor, fair or satisfactory. But the ratings are subjective — varying by state and the interpretations of individual inspectors — and are not always publicly disclosed.
Since the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, the U.S. government has cited national security grounds in refusing to include dams’ conditions in its inventory, which was updated most recently in 2018. But the AP was able to determine both condition and hazard ratings for more than 25,000 dams across the country through public records requests.
The tally includes some of the nation’s most well-known dams, such as Hoover Dam along the Colorado River, but mostly involves privately owned dams. Many are used for recreation.
The AP then examined inspection reports for hundreds of high-hazard dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition. Those reports cited a variety of problems: leaks that can indicate a dam is failing internally; unrepaired erosion from past instances of overtopping; holes from burrowing animals; tree growth that can destabilize earthen dams; and spillways too small to handle a large flood. Some dams were so overgrown with vegetation that they couldn’t be fully inspected.
Georgia led the nation with nearly 200 high-hazard dams in unsatisfactory or poor condition, according to the AP’s analysis.
Among them is Reservoir No. 1 in Atlanta, a 180 million-gallon water supply dating to the late 1800s that has been out of service much of the past few decades. The city made repairs and brought it back online in 2017, only to shut it down again after leaks were noticed.
If the dam were to catastrophically fail, the water could inundate more than 1,000 homes, dozens of businesses, a railroad and a portion of Interstate 75, according to an emergency action plan .
Joel Iverson has previously noticed water trickling out of the dam near the brewery he co-founded, Monday Night Brewing.
“If that one goes, it’s going to wash away us and a lot of beer,” Iverson said.
The Atlanta Watershed Management Department declined the AP’s request for an interview about the reservoir and instead asked for questions in writing. When those were submitted, it declined to answer them.
One of the most common problems for aging dams are spillways incapable of handling an extreme rainfall event.
If water can’t escape quickly enough through spillways, it could flow over the top of a dam, which increases the probability of rapid erosion that can cause it to collapse.
The spillway at the 107-year-old Willett Pond Dam near the Boston suburb of Norwood is capable of handling just 13% of the water flow from a serious flood before the dam is overtopped, according to a recent state inspection report. If the dam were to give way, it could send hundreds of millions of gallons of water into the heart of the city of nearly 30,000 people.
“We are not talking of just flooding someone’s house. We are talking about covering their house,” said Murray Beach, who lives on the shore of the 220-acre privately owned lake and belongs to a citizens group that has lobbied for years for the spillway to be repaired.
A 2017 inspection report said improvements to the spillway could cost between $1 million and $5 million. A nonprofit that owns the lake received a $215,000 state grant last year to design spillway improvements. But there is no timeline to fix it.
More than 1,300 properties lie within the dam’s inundation zone, including several shopping centers and at least two elementary schools, as well as more than 70 roads and two railroads.
Tamiko Porter, who operates a Montessori school serving some 75 students, said she was surprised to learn there was a dam upstream that could flood her school if it failed.
“Oh God, please let it happen when my kids aren’t here,” Porter said.
Norwood emergency management director Bernard Cooper said there is no imminent risk of dam failure.
“Yes, it needs work. The spillway should be rebuilt. Absolutely, no question,” Cooper acknowledged. But “there is no money in the system for that.”
Concerns about inadequate dam spillways date back decades to when the Corps of Engineers undertook its first nationwide assessment of dams posing a high risk to life and property. From 1978 to 1981, the Corps inspected 8,818 dams. About one-third were deemed unsafe due to deficiencies, and about 80% of those cited inadequate spillway capacities.
One of the dams cited for a “seriously inadequate” spillway in 1978 was Lake Sebago, located in a New York state park near the village of Sloatsburg. Forty years later, nothing has changed.
A 2018 state inspection letter warned of “inadequate spillway capacity and dam stability” and asked for an improvement plan within 30 days. None was provided.
The state dam safety office has no authority to force the state parks department to make repairs.
To modify the Lake Sebago spillway, workers would have to rebuild a road and bridge that pass over the dam. The project could cost over $15 million, said Jim Hall, the recently retired executive director of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission, which manages multiple dams.
“That structure has been in place with the same spillway capacity for over probably 60 to 70 years and it hasn’t been overtopped,” Hall said.
“Should it be improved to meet all codes? Yeah, that would be nice. Does it make it the highest priority for us to do in relation to other dam structures we have? Probably not.”
In a 1982 report summarizing its nationwide dam assessment, the Corps of Engineers said most dam owners were unwilling to modify, repair or maintain the structures, and most states were unwilling to spend enough money for an effective dam safety program.
Since then, every state but Alabama has created a dam safety program.
But the Great Recession a decade ago forced many states to make widespread budget and personnel cuts. Since a low point in 2011, states’ total spending on dam safety has grown by about one-third to nearly $59 million in the 2019 fiscal year while staffing levels have risen by about one-fifth, according to data collected by the Corps of Engineers.
California, which runs the nation’s largest dam safety program, accounts for much of that gain. It boosted its budget from $13 million to $20 million and the number of full-time staff from 63 to 77 following the failure of the Oroville dam spillway in 2017.
The scare at Oroville, the nation’s tallest dam, led to evacuation orders for nearly 200,000 people, although no one was injured and the dam ultimately held. An independent investigation cited “a long-term systemic failure ” by regulators and the dam industry to recognize and address warning signs.
California spent $1.1 billion repairing the Lake Oroville spillway, enacted new emergency plan requirements and launched a review of 93 other dams with similar spillways.
In South Carolina, after more than 70 dams failed following heavy rains in 2015 and 2016, the state tripled the personnel in its dam safety program and ratcheted up spending from about $260,000 annually to more than $1 million.
But some states have continued to pare back their dam safety programs. Thirteen states and Puerto Rico were spending less in 2019 than they did in 2011, and 11 states had fewer full-time positions in their programs.
The Association of State Dam Safety Officials says almost every state faces a serious need to pump additional money and manpower into dam safety programs.
“If you don’t have the staff to inspect a dam, or don’t have the authority to do that, you don’t know what the problems are,” said the association’s Ogden.
“If you are able to do the inspection but you can’t follow up, and you have dam owners who don’t have the resources to fix their dam, then ultimately you know what the problem is but you can’t get it addressed,” he added.
Many states face a quandary when it comes to problematic private dams when they can’t identify the owners. Rhode Island’s two-person dam safety office last year listed 32 high- or significant-hazard dams with safety concerns whose owners were unknown.
“If we don’t know the owner, then we can’t take any action to order anybody to fix it,” said David Chopy, chief of compliance and inspection for the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.
In some states, dams go uninspected because of exemptions in state law.
A 2013 Texas law exempts all dams on private property with a capacity of less than 163 million gallons that are rated significant or low hazard and are located outside of city limits in any county with fewer than 350,000 people. As a result, about 45% of its roughly 7,200 dams are exempt from regulation.
Missouri performs safety inspections on only about 650 of its more than 5,000 dams. That’s because state law exempts all dams that are under 35 feet, used for agricultural purposes or subject to federal regulation.
Former Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt attempted to significantly expand the number of dams under state supervision after the mountaintop Taum Sauk Reservoir collapsed in December 2005, injuring a state park superintendent’s family. But the legislation failed after some rural landowners expressed concerns. Then the proposal quietly faded away as new officials took over.
“Maybe it’s time to take a look at that again and make sure that our dams are safe,” said Missouri state Rep. Tim Remole, who now leads the House committee overseeing dam safety.
Until Angel’s death in Nebraska this year, the last fatal dam failure in the U.S. occurred on the Hawaiian island of Kauai in 2006.
An earthen wall of the Kaloko Reservoir collapsed during heavy rains and sent a wave of water rushing down a hillside. Seven people — including a pregnant woman — were killed on Bruce Fehring’s property, including his daughter, son-in-law and grandson.
Fehring, who wasn’t there at the time, got a phone call from a neighbor saying something terrible had happened. He was shocked by the scene.
“It took a while to register, and I went, ‘Oh my God, everything’s been washed away,'” Fehring recalled. “I mean, you have no idea the power of water (until) you see what it can do in a very short amount of time.”
Dam owner James Pflueger pleaded no contest to felony reckless endangerment and was sentenced to seven months of confinement and five years of probation. His property company pleaded no contest to seven counts of manslaughter. Prosecutors said Pflueger had filled in the dam’s spillway while attempting to make space for a waterfront development.
The victims’ families and those whose property was damaged, including actress Bette Midler, agreed to a $25 million civil settlement. Though categorized by the state as low hazard at the time it failed, Kaloko Reservoir is now listed as a high-hazard facility in poor condition . It remains largely unrepaired.
That’s also the case with Lake Dunlap Dam, northeast of San Antonio. On a sunny morning in May, one of the 91-year-old dam’s corroded spillway gates suddenly gave way. No one was hurt in the rush of water, but scores of homeowners’ lakeside docks were left high and dry, facing barren swaths of dried lakebed after the river retreated, leaving boats stranded.
The dam was the second hydroelectric facility along the river to fail within the past three years.
The Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority responded with plans to drain a chain of four lakes because of concerns their similarly designed spillway gates also could fail.
But after property owners sued, the river authority agreed in September to a temporary injunction delaying the plan for a year. That could allow time to find funding for the estimated $90 million to $210 million to repair the dams.
“This is something that communities and states all across the country are grappling with as we are reckoning with our aging infrastructure,” said Tess Coody-Anders, a homeowner near Lake McQueeney, one of the dams slated to be drained.
“I hope that everyone will recognize that, like in our community, entire economies and ways of life have developed around what started out as a civil engineering project,” she added. “And you can’t take that away.”
From Utah To Florida, States Boost Spending On New Roads
Long-delayed infrastructure improvements get attention as economic recovery bolsters government revenue.
The highways in Kansas appeared smooth, but below the surface the core was crumbling.
After years of taking money away from transportation needs to dig the state out of budget holes, Kansas plans to spend $435 million on long-delayed highway expansion and modernization projects over the next two years, said Julie Lorenz, secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation.
“Our highway system has been in a state of deterioration,” Ms. Lorenz said. “There is pent-up demand for transportation.”
Buoyed by a recovering economy and increases in their revenue, states from Utah to Florida are pumping more money into transportation projects to speed up traffic-clogged highways and modernize aging infrastructure. The 50 states collectively spent $113.2 billion on transportation in fiscal year 2019, a 9% jump from the previous year, according to the National Association of State Budget Officers. It was the biggest jump since 2015, and transportation industry trackers said they expect spending boosts to continue in 2020.
State transportation departments and local governments are projected to spend $77.5 billion on highway and street construction investments alone in 2020, a 6% increase over 2019, according to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association.
States collectively face a backlog of $873 billion worth of repairs for infrastructure projects such as roads and highways, according to the Volcker Alliance, a nonpartisan nonprofit that studies government. As tax collections have bounced back from the recession, states have begun to chip away at those projects, said Brian Sigritz, director of state fiscal studies at NASBO.
“States also recognize how transportation impacts other areas, things like economic development, potentially job growth,” Mr. Sigritz said.
States and local governments are now paying larger portions for public infrastructure, about 80% of all projects, as federal investment has decreased over the years, according to the Volcker Alliance. The federal government spent $46.3 billion on transportation in fiscal year 2019, a 7% increase, following two years of declines, according to NASBO.
Fast-growing Utah nearly doubled transportation spending to $1.3 billion in fiscal year 2019, NASBO said, making it one of the 15 states that boosted spending by 10% or more last year.
Carlos Braceras, executive director of Utah’s Department of Transportation, said residents expect the state to continue funneling money into transportation as the state’s population of 3.2 million is projected to double over the next four decades.
“We are becoming more crowded,” he said. “There is an angst about maintaining that quality of life.”
In addition to 15 large ongoing highway projects, the transportation department is leading work on a plan to improve the public-transit system, including expanding commuter-rail service and express bus service, Mr. Braceras said.
Florida shelved many infrastructure projects following the 2007 recession, said Kevin Thibault, secretary of the Florida Department of Transportation.
The state will spend $10 billion on transportation in the current fiscal year to keep pace with its now-thriving tourism industry, and a steady stream of new residents, Mr. Thibault said.
The current spending plan includes $6.5 billion for new highway construction and to beef up capacity, including nearly 100 new lane miles.
In Kansas, the state’s highway woes stem from lawmakers taking $2 billion allocated for the transportation department since 2011 to help fill budget holes in the general fund.
Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat inaugurated in 2019, wants to taper off using the transportation funds to fill budget deficits by 2023, which will allow the department to resume issuing bonds for projects by 2022, Ms. Lorenz said. The state is also lining up about $1 billion worth of infrastructure investments to put into the pipeline for work in the near future, she said.
Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,Trump’s LACK Of Infrastructure,
Cost of Infrastructure Fixes Is Going Up While Trump Procrastinates (#GotBitcoin?)
Trump Administration To Try Again To Fulfill Infrastructure Pledge (#GotBitcoin?)
China Outspends US When It Comes To Building The World’s Infrastructure (#GotBitcoin?)
U.S. Factories Contract As Does Small Business And Global Firms
Historic Asset Boom Passes By Half Of Families (#GotBitcoin?)
Parts Of America Are Already In Recession (#GotBitcoin?)
A Manufacturing Recession Is Here. Now What? (#GotBitcoin?)
Argentina’s Economy Is In A Technical Default (#GotBitcoin?)
Trump Blames Business Setbacks On Incompetency Vs Recession He’s Causing (#GotBitcoin?)
India’s Spending Spree Slows As Debt Problems Become More Widespread (#GotBitcoin?)
Home-Price Growth Slows To Levels Not Seen Since 2008 (#GotBitcoin?)
Trump Claims “Billions” In Trade Tariffs While Diverting Hurricane Relief Funds For Border Detention
Bond Yields Sink To New Lows, Federal Deficits Skyrocket And Trump Back-Tracks On Tax Cuts
What Are YOU Doing NOW To Prepare For The Incoming Recession? (#GotBitcoin?)
Trump And Publicans Will Have Zero Chance Of Re-Election During Coming Recession
Majority Of Americans Stressed Over Being In A Mass Shooting – Trump To Blame?
As Global Order Crumbles, Risks Of Recession Grows (#GotBitcoin?)
U.S. Mortgage Debt Hits Record, Eclipsing 2008 Peak
U.S. Stocks & Treasuries Flash Recession/Depression #GotBitcoin?
Investors Ponder Negative Bond Yields In The U.S. (#GotBitcoin?)
Lower Mortgage Rates Aren’t Likely To Reverse Sagging Home Sales (#GotBitcoin?)
Financial Crisis Yields A Generation Of Renters (#GotBitcoin?)
Global Manufacturing Recession Weighs On US Economy (#GotBitcoin?)
Falling Real Yields (0.241% ) Signal Worry Over U.S. Economy (#GotBitcoin?)
Donald Trump’s WH Projects $1 Trillion Deficit For 2019 (#GotBitcoin?)
U.S. Home Sales Stumble, As Pricey West Coast Markets Suffer Declines (#DumpTrump)
Lower Rates Have A Downside For Bank’s Mortgage-Servicing Rights (#GotBitcoin?)
Central Banks Are In Sync On Need For Fresh Stimulus (#GotBitcoin?)
Weak Corporate Earnings Signal A Weak Economy (#GotBitcoin?)
Price of Gold, Indicator Of Inflation And Recession Surges (#GotBitcoin?)
Recession Set To Materialize In Approximately In (9) Months (#GotBitcoin?)
A Whiff Of U.S. Recession Is In The Air Again. Credit Trumponomics
Trumponomics Fails To Deliver As Truckers Cut Payrolls, Job Openings Fall & Tech Hiring Cools (#GotBitcoin?)
Trump Calls On Fed To Cut Interest Rates, Resume Bond-Buying To Stimulate Growth (#GotBitcoin?)
Fake News: A Perfectly Good Retail Sales Report (#GotBitcoin?)
Anticipating A Recession, Trump Points Fingers At Fed Chairman Powell (#GotBitcoin?)
Affordable Housing Crisis Spreads Throughout World (#GotBitcoin?) (#GotBitcoin?)
Los Angeles And Other Cities Stash Money To Prepare For A Recession (#GotBitcoin?)
Recession Is Looming, or Not. Here’s How To Know (#GotBitcoin?)
How Will Bitcoin Behave During A Recession? (#GotBitcoin?)
Many U.S. Financial Officers Think a Recession Will Hit Next Year (#GotBitcoin?)
Definite Signs of An Imminent Recession (#GotBitcoin?)
What A Recession Could Mean for Women’s Unemployment (#GotBitcoin?)
Investors Run Out of Options As Bitcoin, Stocks, Bonds, Oil Cave To Recession Fears (#GotBitcoin?)
Goldman Is Looking To Reduce “Marcus” Lending Goal On Credit (Recession) Caution (#GotBitcoin?)
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.


AirQmap enables the construction of maps of the exposure of cyclists and pedestrians to Black Carbon (BC). Black Carbon is the combustion related component of particulate matter (fine dust). Traffic and heating are important sources of BC. There are indications of a link between exposure to black carbon and cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary health effects.
The World Health Organization indicates that “Studies of short-term health effects suggest that BC is a better indicator of harmful particulate substances from combustion sources (especially traffic) than undifferentiated particulate matter (PM) mass” [link].
A number of visual aids are available to allow to get a better view on the local situation. It is possible to zoom in on locations of interest with the mouse wheel and satellite pictures can be activated in the map selection menu. Also, you can virtually visit the measurement locations by activating Google StreetView, and clicking the location of interest on the map. When a boll is clicked in the Google Earth 3D visualisation, a number of basic statistics of the data collected on this location are shown.
The color scale used on all airQmap is shown on the following figure. All BC measurements are in microgram/m3. The color scale shows the BC concentration typical for urban background locations in green (< 3 µg/m3), the BC concentrations typical for rural and urban hot-spot locations in red (> 6 µg/m3) and the BC concentrations in between in yellow and orange.
The BC concentration to which bikers are exposed in a street depends on different factors. The most important are:
- Traffic intensity: The amount of traffic in the street.
- Traffic mix: The percentage trucks, busses, motorcycles, diesel and gasoline cars of which the traffic in the street is composed.
- Presence of a bike lane: Bikers are less exposed in streets where a bike lane is present compared to streets where they have to drive between the cars.
- Distance between the bike lane and the road: The farther the bike lane is from the road, the lower the exposure.
- Presence of terraced housing: It is harder for pollutants to be blown away by the wind in streets with terraced housing.
- Presence of high buildings: The higher the buildings in the street the longer the pollutants can stay present in the street.
- Width of the street: Pollutants will leave the street faster in a wide street.
- Orientation of the street in relation to the dominant wind direction: Pollutants are removed faster in streets which follow the dominant wind direction.
- Slope of the street: Motorized traffic will have to open the throttle more on streets with a large slope. This has a negative impact on the air quality.
- Presence of tunnels and long bridges: Pollutants stay longer present in tunnels and underneath long bridges. A build-up of pollutions can happen on those locations.
- Presence of road crossings, traffic lights, and speed bumps: Traffic has to brake and accelerate at road crossings, traffic lights, and speed bumps. This has a negative impact on the air quality in the street.


Delaney Statement on White House Infrastructure Plan
WASHINGTON – On Monday, the White House released their infrastructure proposal.
Congressman John K. Delaney (MD-6) releases the following statement:
“I am supportive of the goal of investing $1.5 trillion into our failing infrastructure using $200 billion of federal government funding and mixing that with investment from local governments and private capital. I think that it is very important that additional funding for rural infrastructure is a part of this plan, if done right this is an important way to get capital flowing into communities that have been left behind.
“God or the devil is in the details, however, and it is essential that we end up with a net increase in infrastructure investment. A net increase in infrastructure funding is absolutely fundamental to this plan being a positive for the country and right now we have no details on how this plan would be paid for, but we do have a budget proposal from the White House that cuts other infrastructure programs. Simply moving infrastructure spending around and dressing up a deregulation bill as an infrastructure bill won’t be enough to rebuild America.”
In January, Congressman Delaney wrote to the White House, proposing that the corporate tax rate be raised from 21% to 23%, with the money raised being used to pay for new infrastructure investment.
In 2017, Delaney was named one of the World’s Greatest Leaders by Fortune for his work on a bipartisan infrastructure bill. Delaney has been the leading voice in Congress for using revenues from international tax reform to rebuild America.


Since the world is shifting digitally, everything became smart, from smartphones to education, and also smart buildings. A smart building makes all operations interconnected as one whole entity.
Hence what are the benefits of shifting towards smart buildings?
Benefits of Smart Buildings
Provide better environment
The digital shift is improving our communities. It establishes new ways to enhance our lives, boost our comfort, and deliver more security and safety.
A sustainable building is not just good financially and environmentally, but also more suitable to tenants.
A smart building and smart home guarantee a good experience for tenants or workers. They help in preserving tenants’ health and create better environments for them. They also improve air quality indoors and provide suitable cooling setups.
Predict potential issues
Almost everyone has faced a sudden blackout in their office or home. Yet a smart building helps facility managers to avoid any downtime.
For instance, data are used to detect potential problems before happening. Sensors manage equipment and measure performance to begin maintenance procedures only when needed. With a smart building, managers have fewer tasks to do and they primarily control an app, since the system will take care of everything by itself.
This leads to cost efficiency and smooth building operations while providing managers a specific insight into the building’s performance anytime thanks to the gathered data.
Furthermore, integrating technology into a building boosts its efficiency in energy and cost:
Buildings in the UAE need huge amount of energy for cooling and air handling, particularly due to hot weather. The financial cost of operation is high and the significant carbon emissions related to poor efficiency harms the corporate social responsibility targets of the company.
Predictive maintenance generates data to determine how the units are used and how to drive operational strategy. For instance, if a smart detector detects people in a room, and turns off all lights, and adjusts the air conditioning to consume less energy.
Many operations may become costly. For example, due to the excessive usage of air conditioning or lighting. However, smart technology systems ensure cost optimization. Systems can be set to run only during working hours so that they limit energy use in off-working hours, which is cost-saving.
How to make your building smart?
- Find a reliable and trustworthy IoT partner in the field of smart solutions and facilities management.
- Find a cost-effective solution that is both user-friendly and easily used.
- Nordatec IoT solutions make legacy AC conditioner smart and allow the facility manager to monitor the building efficiently.
Smart buildings gather and analyze data to implement or suggest many effective strategies, which upscale the workplace through reducing energy consumption, boosting unit performance, and even preserving tenants’ health.
These are just a few of the benefits of smart buildings. A building owner only needs a reliable and trusted company to help him upscale his traditional building into a smart one and get the best out of their buildings.


Liminal City was the third of three experimental prototypes developed over a six month period at Liminal, after receiving our HTC Vive Development Kit.
Liminal City was an exploration of the effect of scale on urban design – featuring a city complete with different zoning areas and traffic at 500:1 scale for overview, 100:1 scale for detailed view, and several 1:1 scale areas built in full detail, we demonstrated the prototype to a number of clients in the engineering and urban planning space to great effect.
- Client Liminal 360
- Date June 6, 2016
- Tags Liminal Projects, PC, Room-Scale VR, Unity


M&C Contractors is the ultimate construction partner with a team of industry experts providing fully reliable, efficient and enjoyable services since 2001, including Construction Management, Owner Representation, Development Services and General Contracting.
From homes to shopping centers and office to condo buildings, M&C Contractors is a bulletproof partner utilizing a full-team approach between Owners, Architects and Subcontractors that provides fast paced quality construction through careful planning and impeccable project execution. Established in 2001 M&C Contractors has vastly demonstrated its expertise in Florida’s construction Industry and hast consistently and successfully participated in countless construction projects, acquisitions and developments. Please visit our Portfolio.
With expertise in both development and construction, M&C Contractors’ commitment to careful planning and impeccable project execution provides every client with standards of efficiency and value that exceed both today’s expectations and tomorrow’s needs. At M&C Contractors, each and every project is guided by our core values: Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Passion and Dynamic Culture. We provide construction solutions that seamlessly integrate quality, competitive cost, and accountability resulting in excellence. Whether for investment or private ownership, we become the overall manager of every project we take on. Personal attention and top executive involvement ensures that each project -regardless of size and scope- is carried out to the highest standards, timely and within budget.
With more than 20 years of experience in the Industry, we have carefully executed vast construction projects, acquisitions and developments – all with impeccable results.
Years of experience


Cape Sharp Tidal Project
Heavy lift installation assistance
November 2016 - In early October the BBC Emerald, a heavy lift vessel from the BBC Chartering arrived at Pictou shipyard to load Cape Sharp Tidal's 2nd Turbine and its foundation for a final destination of Saint John. The BBC Emerald was chartered in for the project by Hughes Offshore and Shipping Services Inc. to carry out the project for Cape Sharp Tidal, a joint venture created by Emera and OpenHydro. Cape Sharp Tidal planned the install of the pair of 2MW tidal turbines in the Bay of Fundy to be the first grid connected marine turbines installed in the Bay of Fundy.
The 320 mts Turbine no. 2 as well as its foundation (444 mts) were loaded at its fabrication yard in Pictou. The subsea base was brought alongside in floating condition and loaded from the water to deck of BBC Emerald having an overhang of 4 m to starboard and 13 m to port side. This made the discharge of the SSB to shore in Saint John even more challenging considering an impressive local tide range of 9m.
Later on the BBC HLV met the installation barge "Scotia Tide" and removed turbine no. one from the installation barge to the deck of the HLV for further transport and discharge to shore. The turbine had to be lifted vertically out of its foundation stanchions and turned into a horizontal orientation for stowage on deck.
Finally the 2nd turbine was discharged to the "Scotia Tide" for final installation scope.
The whole job had been well planned in advance including a lot of engineering hours spent by BBC Chartering. BBC met the expected time frame and budget and performed this job to customer's full satisfaction.


city garden Pipera
Two land plots of 9.600 sq.m. and 5.000 sq.m. respectively for a residential project to which will be added a plot of 11.600 sq.m. of land for development in Pipera area, north of Bucharest.
A land plot of 1.300 sq.m. of land for development located on Mircea Voda Blv., with full zoning approvals, building permit and work in progress
Centrally located will provide with full benefits of a downtown lifestyle. Public transportation within walking distance, elite schools nearby, shopping opportunities, public institutions an so many other amenities within a 1km radius from the new age residential block of flats.


- 10000 Owards INR
We are offering Automatic Water Softener, which ensures maximum utilization of effective surface area, uniform space and linear velocity across resin bed. Designed to produce treated water to suit for various applications, Automatic Water Softener yields soft water and prevents any precipitation and scale formation on the surface of heat exchanger. Completely tested on several parameters, this softener is available in various specifications as per the needs of our renowned customers.
- 1 Per Day
- 1 Days
B No. 17, Ground Floor, Arjun Tower, Opp. Payal Party Plot, Nr. C.P. Nagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380061, India


5 February 2019 | Duration: 01:14:03
Barry Wood (PrEng) is the City of Cape Town’s Manager: Bulk Water within the Water and Sanitation Department, a position he has held since 2014. His team of 800 people is responsible for water resource and infrastructure planning, development of water supply schemes as well as management of City owned dams and other water sources, water treatment plants, large diameter pipelines and regional water storage reservoirs.
Barry holds a B.Sc (Civil Eng) degree from the University of Cape Town and is a registered Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa. Prior to this, he was Manager: Catchment, Stormwater and Rivers within the City’s Roads and Stormwater Department over the period 2006 to 2013 and has a combined 33 years of experience in the delivery of municipal infrastructure services.
Barry’s team was responsible for ensuring an uninterrupted supply of high quality drinking water to the city and some of the surrounding municipal areas throughout the severe 2015-18 drought.


The CGS Labs Civil Solutions user interface has undergone a complete overhaul and boasts a modern, attractive look, but it is not all good looks. Version 2022 also brings some exciting new functionality. We would especially like to draw your attention to the new Traffic Ribbon and new Site Design ribbon that feature new tools and bring user experience to the next level.
CGS Labs Civil Solutions are introducing two new product options. A long-awaited Autopath Ultimate with 3D vehicle animation and a new Traffic Collection, which includes Site Design with quick site-modelling features, earthwork calculation, utility design, and productivity tools to speed up project delivery, Autosign Ultimate for traffic signs and road markings design, and Autopath Ultimate for vehicle swept path analysis and animation. Traffic Collection also includes Utility tools that provide support for BIM.
SITE DESIGN includes quick site modeling features, earthwork calculation, utility design, and productivity tools to speed up project delivery. It is ideal for fast conceptual projects, solution testing projects, detailed design, and earthwork projects including volume calculation, grading, and more. Serving data for machine control guidance, blueprints project delivery, survey data, and for great visualizations.
Plateia provides a wide range of advanced alignment, profile geometry design, and editing tools. They include P(V)I design, floating and fixed elements design and alignment design created from the existing entities.
CGS Labs is innovative software company with more than 25 years of experience developing solutions for the design of transportation infrastructure and maintenance IT systems. As an industry leading developer of civil engineering and AEC software. You can also download Capture One Pro 11.3.0 Windows 11.2.1 macOS.
Learning new or different software is not the hard part. What matters is making the most of whatever tools you know in the most effective manner. That is how my education helped me in my career, delivering results in the smartest way possible with whatever options available.
Topology Building:Building meaningful data from disconnected ones is always one of the goals of GIS. GeoTools has tools to build closed polygonsfrom disconnected but touching edges, create area annotations, attached database and export to Excel.
Planning & Visualization Tools:GeoTools intends to add a set of planning and visualization tools for city and neighborhood planning, zoning analysis, flight pathand buffer zone modeling and so on.
Kobi Toolkit are a series of add-in utilities for Autodesk Revit Architecture, Structure and MEP. The tools extend the capabilities of Revit in key areas. They are easy to use and make working in Revit easier.
Kobi Toolkit for Civil 3D is a set of essential productivity plug-ins that will make your work in Civil 3D fast, easy and efficient. These tools will dramatically reduce the number of tedious tasks and help you focus on your engineering challenges.
CGS plus is an established European developer in the field of transportation, infrastructure and AEC. Since 1990, CGS plus has been developing and providing a family of professional high-end civil engineering applications for the design of roadways (Plateia), railways (Ferrovia) and river engineering works (Aquaterra) as well as Civil 3D and Revit software tools for civil engineers and architects. CGS plus also develops customized CAD and BIM software solutions for different companies as well as software vendors such as Autodesk, CAD-Q, DHI ...
BricsCAD uses Civil Site Design to functionally replace Civil 3D providing a lower cost, faster platform with full civil design functionality. A key benefit is that BricsCAD will read and convert your Civil 3D data directly.
Civil Survey Solutions is a leading global provider of software solutions and services to the civil engineering and survey industry. This site is for those industry professionals in the US and Canada.
CGSLabs 2017 is an industry leading developer of civil engineering and AEC application that develops solutions in the field of digital design of the natural environment and construction. It is a comprehensive application comprising of useful tools that has been categorized into two distinct groups such as CGS Labs High-end solutions for infrastructure design including Plateia (for roadway design), Ferrovia (for railway design) and Aquaterra (for river engineering). The second group consists of CGS Labs applications for infrastructure design including Autopath (swept-path analysis), Autosign (traffic signs and markings), and Electra (for electric power-line design). The application is fully equipped for analysis, pre-qualification of materials, study of mixtures and development of new technological solutions
Industry leading civil engineering tool that develops solutions in the field of digital design of the natural environment and construction.Includes CGS Labs High-end solutions for infrastructure design including Plateia (for roadway design), Ferrovia (for railway design) and Aquaterra (for river engineering).Offers CGS Labs applications for infrastructure design including Autopath (swept-path analysis), Autosign (traffic signs and markings), and Electra (for electric power-line design).Fully equipped for analysis, pre-qualification of materials, study of mixtures and development of new technological solutions.Constantly develop solutions to improve the design of all types of system infrastructure.Empowers the developers to introduce advanced BIM technologies, cloud based applications and incorporate IoT technologies to market.Ability to reduce design time and quality control at all stages of the workflow.evelops OpenBIM solutions for Road design, Railway design, River Engineering design, Power line design and custom CAD and BIM software.
,Program download CGS Labs 2017, Download CGS Labs 2017, Download CGS Labs 2017, Program CGS Labs 2017, CGS Labs 2017 Full activated, crack program CGS Labs 2017, program explanation CGS Labs 2017
Thibault-Liboiron, K., Alderliesten, R., Benedictus, R. et Bocher, Philippe. 2007. Off-axis crack propagation and delamination growth in FML's .Communication lors de la conférence : 6th Canadian International Conference on Composites (CANCOM) (Winnipeg, MB, Canada, Aug. 14-17, 2007).
Fabrício, Márcio Minto et Melhado, Silvio Burratino. 2007. O projeto na arquitetura e engenharia civil e a atuação em equipes multidisciplinares . Revista Tópos, vol. 1, nº 2. pp. 11-18.
Masson, J. F., Collins, P., Perraton, D. et Al-Qadi, I.. 2007. Rapid assessment of the tracking resistance of bituminous crack sealants . Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering = Revue Canadienne de Génie Civil, vol. 34, nº 1. pp. 126-131. Compte des citations dans Scopus : 4. 1e1e36bf2d