When rain falls the water is soft, by the time water reaches the taps its characteristics change. In Brentwood the water becomes harder. From raindrop to tap, the water passes through several different processes. First, there are the natural processes that take the water to the rivers and reservoirs, such as the nearby Hanningfield Reservoir. Then there are the manmade processes which prepare the water for drinking: filtering out contaminates such as particulates and bacteria. The processes that prepare the water make sure it is safe for drinking, but do not change the level of hardness; this is left up to the individual users.
Hard water has a higher level of calcium and magnesium compared to soft water. Hard water is defined as water where the calcium content is between 80 – 120 milligrams per litre (mg/l). Where the levels are greater than 120 mg/l the water is defined as very hard. According to Essex and Suffolk Water, the suppliers of water to Brentwood, the concentration of calcium in the water of the town is between 93 – 130 mg/l. This means the water is either hard or very hard. With hard water leaving residues in household appliances, and shortening their useful life, it is unsurprising many people, and companies, have installed water softeners in Brentwood.
Installing a water softener may help to extend the life of household equipment by reducing the harmful residues. Benefits of soft water also include increased lathering of soap and deterrents. Clothing and hair can also feel softer when washed in soft water. However, when installing a water softener, Essex and Suffolk Water advice is that at least one tap is left to provide water that remains untreated. The recommendation is made because water softeners change the hardness by replacing the calcium and magnesium in the water with sodium. With a tap providing untreated water for drinking and cooking, individuals who need a low sodium diet can be accommodated. Advice on what type of installation is best can be obtained from local water softener installers in Brentwood.


Regional Water Supply System
Seattle's Regional Water System serves over 1.3 million people including customers in the City of Seattle and 22 other cities and utility districts that provide water. These water providers, also called purveyors, typically have their own storage and distribution systems.
Two watershed sources provide the majority of water for the system. About 70% is provided by the Cedar River Watershed. The remaining 30% comes from the Tolt River Watershed (29%) and wells at the Highline Wellfield (1%). From these sources, water travels by large pipelines to neighborhood storage areas and then on to home, business and institutional users where it is monitored and measured by water meters. Water is cleaned, treated and continually tested as it travels through the system to ensure that it is of the highest quality.
Water demand varies, depending on seasonal weather conditions. Summer and early fall months are typically times when the greatest amount of water is used, primarily for irrigation. The system provides an average of 160 million gallons per day (MGD) for the region.


The expertise on the industrial and logistic segment has its origins in the company’s tradition of over 30 years, as part of the Industrial Constructions Trust Pitesti, carried on and perfected by the dynamic team of professionals and entrepreneurs who founded Conarg group in 2000..
In the last 12 years, Conarg group was involved in the delivery of 17 large industrial and logistic projects, with investments exceeding 60 million euros and surfaces of over 300,000 sqm in Timis, Dolj, Arges, Prahova, Dambovita, Ilfov and Bucharest. The company's expertise includes manufacturing facilities in automotive, steelmaking, energy, baking, brewing, clothing, soft drinks, warehouses and retail centers big box type etc. The projects are new constructions, but also extensions and refurbishments of some existing spaces. For the execution, Conarg offered general contracting and design services, engaging different resources and disciplines, ranging from civil engineering to mechanical and electrical installations and equipment.
In 2016, Conarg completed the construction of a photovoltaic plant in Timisoara, the extension of Cummins Generator Technologies Romania engines factory located in Craiova, and KLG Logistic Center - Phase II, located near Bucharest.
Currently, Conarg AG is involved in the construction of a production facility and storage hall for Good Mills Romania located in Pantelimon, Ilfov County.
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The work required by the Project Engineer is diverse ranging from general civil engineering duties to technical work that requires strong capabilities in MicroStation / AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Adobe Acrobat.
Previous experience with projects in Montgomery County, Maryland is preferred.
- BS degree in Civil Engineering
- 5-7 years of progressive experience directly related to design and construction of land development projects in the Washington DC Metro area, specific experience in Montgomery County is a plus.
- Responsible for the project design including: roads, drainage, sediment control, SWM, water & sewer, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to meet project and client deadlines.
- Works efficiently to meet project budgets.
- Prepares graphics, exhibits, and site / civil construction plans.
- Communicates effectively with coworkers, sub consultants, clients, and review agencies.
- Composes technical reports, memorandums and other written communication such as email.
- Handles multiple concurrent projects.
- Ability to mentor and train other civil engineering design staff.
- Other duties as required


Council has just approved a detailed design for the $6 million The Airlie Beach Foreshore Project. The project will revitalise the entire foreshore area with upgraded facilities, parking and more. Here are just some of the inclusions:
Council will now start the tender process to commence construction of the project, which is expected to start in May 2018 and be completed by early December. To view the detailed design, please visit here.
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HOW SAFE IS CHINESE INFRASTRUCTURE? A BIG QUESTION FOR THE CARIBBEAN
A CDN feature by Ricardo Blackman | CDN Barbados
China leads the world in infrastructure investment. In Africa, for example the Chinese build more infrastructure than any other country (foreign and African). Chinese banks are financing billions of dollars in new loans and packages and other deals to build badly-needed infrastructure across the continent and Chinese companies are doing most of the engineering and construction work.
Between 2009 and 2014, the Chinese signed $328 Billion in construction projects in Africa, an average of $54 Billion a year.
But even though the Chinese are evidently making an enormous contribution to Africa’s infrastructure development, there is still a pervasive perception that Chinese-built roads, bridges and other construction projects are of poor quality.
Continuous reports of Chinese made roads that quickly fall apart in Ethiopia, hospitals built by Chinese contractors in Angola that never opened due to cracks, and a $10 Million Chinese-built bridge in Western Kenya that collapsed two weeks before it could have been inspected by President Uhuru Kenyatta, have come to dominate many people’s perceptions of the quality of work provided by the Chinese.
Is this a true reflection of the building quality and reliability of Chinese construction work?
This is the question that could be very much on the lips of authorities in the Caribbean where China has been making significant investments, as the country seeks to give Beijing a strategic stronghold on the doorstep of the United States.
In September, 2016, the China Harbour Engineering Company agreed to build a mega-port in Jamaica that would make the country a hub for mammoth Chinese ships soon crossing through an expanded Panama Canal. Valued at $1.5 Billion, the port will become China’s largest in the region that has become a growing target for Chinese aid and diplomatic overtures. In Jamaica, the Chinese are also building a $600 Million four-lane highway, stretching some 67 km (41.6 miles) north to south across the country, skirting around a mountain.
This highway will initially be lined with luxury hotels, restaurants and bars. Nicknamed the Beijing Highway, after the Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt reportedly turned down a chance for the road to carry his name, this project has been described by several commentators as “one of the most striking signs that the Chinese treasure ship has arrived in the Caribbean.
In return for “expertise and investment”, the Jamaican government has handed over 1,200 acres of land around the road to the Chinese, who plan to build three luxury hotels with 2,400 rooms.
Barbados has also received millions from Chinese companies to restore historical landscapes. a In March of this year, a visa waiver programme was created, aimed at opening the Caribbean paradise to an untapped market of 20 million Chinese tourists.
In many ways, the recent history of Sam Lord’s Castle tells the story of tourism in Barbados. The five-star resort was destroyed by fire in 2010 but construction has begun on a resort on the site that, when completed, will rival any other tourist destination in the world for its luxury, business and well-being facilities. China has played an important role in the Sam Lord’s re-development via a $170 million preferential loan to fund the project.
The Chinese are yet to build a bridge in the Caribbean. And excavation is still in progress at the historic Sam Lord’s in Barbados. But the authorities in the region, particularly those involved in the vital tourism industry, should be mindful of the fact that as Chinese capital flows abroad, Chinese experiences like those on the African continent should, serve as a warning to all.
Chinese firms may offer the lowest bid on an infrastructure project, but evidently Chinese production brings tremendous risks.
Those who make decisions at the highest level in the Caribbean, must leave no stone unturned in ensuring best quality materials, installations which meet global standards and a trained Chinese workforce who should not significantly outnumber locals on any project, even with the level of funding being made available to state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in the Caribbean by China, through the Chinese Export-Import Bank.
Chinese funds also helped to restore the sprawling Baha Mar luxury resort in The Bahamas. This PROJECT, VALUED AT SOME $2.4 Billion, was built by Chinese contractors.
Studies conducted by the International Labour Organisation and the Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) show that Chinese infrastructure projects in Trinidad and Tobago, employed 12,700 people opver the last decade. And in Guyana, Chinese companies have developed the luimber, oil and gold industries.


Overview of City of Chino Hills Proposed Alternatives
The City of Chino Hills has proposed various alternate routes that move the transmission lines away from residential communities, parks, and schools. Read details
Under the various alternative routes proposed by the City of Chino Hills, the transmission lines would be routed through portions of Chino Hills State Park. At first glance, the State Park may not seem to be a preferred location. Take another look – the win-win proposal offers many benefits that State Park users may enjoy for years to come. A number of active transmission lines already traverse Chino Hills State Park. The various alternate routes would:
- Remove approximately 14 miles of active and inactive transmission lines from the park.
- Remove approximately 1.5 miles of active 500 kV transmission lines and 8 towers, from the environmentally sensitive Water Canyon Natural Preserve.
- Relocate many of the existing 500 kV transmission lines away from ridgelines and other prominent areas to protect and improve the view shed within the park.
Project Development Team
The City of Chino Hills’ proposed alternate routes were developed with the assistance of a team of City-retained consultants who have expertise in working on power-related projects and with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). One member of the project team was involved in the original design of the TRTP.
Routes are Deemed Technically Viable by Southern California Edison
The City of Chino Hills has been working with SCE to carefully study the proposed alternatives. SCE’s preliminary analysis of the routes has indicated that the City of Chino Hills’ alternative routes are technically viable.
Letter from Claire Schlotterbeck, Pres. of Hills for Everyone (founders of Chino Hills state park) Detailing strong environmentalist support for state park route. Read letter


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The purpose of the construction cost index for residential buildings is to measure the change in construction costs. The index is used, among other things, to regulate contracts. The primary users of this index are construction firms, entrepreneurs, housing developer, solicitors, public institutions and the EU.
The construction cost index is published from the first quarter 2003 and replaces the former construction cost index.
The construction cost index for residential buildings is produced each quarter to follow the change in construction costs for residential buildings in Denmark. The index is published for a one-family house and a multi-family house, in addition to all residential buildings which is based on a weighting of the two indices. All indices are further more broken down into eight sub-indices by profession and six sub-indices by building parts. Both the total indices and the sub-indices are divided into material costs and labour costs.
The Construction cost index i based in three actual constructions. The constructions are typical for the construction of residential building in Denmark and are selected on the basis of an analysis of the current construction. The costs of the three constructions forms the weights of the indices. These weights are used to weigh together the prices of the cost components. For the construction cost index price data that has already been collected by others in Statistics Denmark is used.
The index is used for contract regulation and to follow the economic development in construction costs. The users of the construction cost index are construction organisations, contractors, building owners, lawyers, public authorities and the EU.
Accuracy and reliability
The construction cost index for residential buildings covers the typical house building in Denmark. The concrete buildings have been chosen on the basis of an analysis of the typical house building from the Central Register of Buildings and Dwellings (BBR). Prices for materials and equipment are mainly collected from the Price Index for Domestic Supply. The prices for the total labour costs are mainly collected from the Indices of Average Earnings for the Private Sector. All prices are collected by questionnaires. Measures on accuracy are not available.
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The Statistic is quarterly, primo march (Q¤4), medio June (Q1), primo September (Q2) and primo December (Q3).
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The statistics are published in Nyt fra Danmarks Statistik (News from Statistics Denmark) and in Byggeri og boligforhold (Construction and housing) which appears in Konjunkturstatistik (Main indicators).
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A Lisburn Fence Company has recently completed a major project to help protect residents in a new development just outside the City of Lisburn.
As the owner of Lisburn Fence Company, we take pride in delivering high-quality fencing solutions to our clients. Recently, we were approached by a housing development client in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, who required a 6ft 6in fence to be installed around their new development of 12 detatched properties. In this case study, we will provide an overview of how we successfully completed the project.
- Client: GMC Developments, Lisburn
- Location: Ballinderry Rd, Lisburn
- Approximate Length of Fencing: 1,500 linear feet
- Fence Height: 6ft 6in
- Type of Fence Panels Used: Pressure treated Cedar with 15 Year Guarantee
- Time to Complete: 14 days
The first step in any project is to schedule a consultation with the client. During this meeting, we assess the client’s needs and requirements, evaluate the property, and offer recommendations based on our expertise. In this particular case, the client had requested a 6ft 6in fence to be installed around their property to provide security and privacy.
After the initial consultation, Lisburn Fence Company conducted a site survey to determine the exact measurements of the property and the type of fencing that would be suitable. Our team of experts evaluated the soil quality, the elevation of the land, and any potential obstacles that could impact the installation process.
Based on our site survey and consultation with the client, we recommended a high-quality, pressure treated wood fence made of cedar wood. Cedar wood is durable, lightweight, and requires minimal maintenance, making it the ideal choice for residential properties, and it comes with a reassuring 15-year guarantee. This initially proved to be tricky to keep within the clients budget. However, due to the extensive connections that we have in the fence supplies industry we were able to come in on budget, without compromising on quality.
Before installing the fence, Lisburn Fence Company prepared the ground by clearing any obstacles such as rocks, shrubs, or debris. We also dug holes for the fence posts using specialized equipment and set the posts in concrete to ensure that the fence would remain sturdy and upright for years to come.
With the groundwork completed, we began installing the fence panels. Our team worked efficiently and effectively to ensure that the fence was installed to the highest standards. We ensured that each panel was level and evenly spaced, and that the overall design of the fence was aesthetically pleasing. In addition to the external perimeter fencing we also installed garden partition fences between each property.
After the fence panels were installed, we added finishing touches to ensure that the fence was secure and looked great. We added fence post caps to protect the posts from weather damage, and we also installed a gate to provide easy access to the property.
The project was completed on time and within budget, and the client was thrilled with the end result. The new fence provided privacy, security, and added value to the property. Our team at Lisburn Fence Company takes pride in delivering high-quality fencing solutions that are designed to last for years to come. If you’re looking for a reliable and professional fencing company in Northern Ireland, contact us today for a consultation.
* Please note that this company is ficticious and has been used to demonstrate the template and layout of a Case study for a local business. If you would like to learn more about how you can use simple case studies to help brand and grow your business then please contact us here.


A significant proportion of the world’s population depends on water supply systems that pose significant risk to their health, while an even greater proportion lacks technologies for the collection, transportation, treatment and safe disposal of wastewater. These challenges are further exacerbated by a rapidly changing climate that is leading to the destruction of water and wastewater infrastructure, deterioration in water quality, water scarcity and food insecurity. Addressing these challenges requires the development of robust and resilient water and sanitation infrastructure that are environmentally friendly, socially acceptable and cost-effective.
This group is actively involved in national and international projects that are tailored towards addressing existing, emerging and future challenges in the water and sanitation sector. The research group has an extensive network of national and international partners including those in the private sector.


#EngineersWeek - Demand was high for Waterways Ireland’s events during Engineers Week 2017, with 200 primary and post-primary pupils taking part in free site visits and workshops offered at the agency’s headquarters in Enniskillen.
Pupils from Florencecourt PS, Moat PS, Jones Memorial PS, St Mary's PS Mullymesker, Ballinamallard PS, St Mary's PS Enniskillen, Tattygar PS and St Joseph's College met Waterways Ireland engineering staff who led them through a series of workshops including bridge building, making floating and fixed jetties, marshmallow and straw tower challenges and understanding the Archimedes screw.
A further 130 school children attended events at Monasterevin Lock & Lifting Bridge in Kildare and Portumna Bridge in Galway.
Waterways Ireland says feedback from schools has been “very positive” with many expressing interest in attending future educational events to inspire the next generation of engineers.
Engineers Week took place from 4-10 March and is a programme of nationwide events with the aim of celebrating the world of engineering in Ireland.
The theme for 2017 was ‘Engineering Our Future’, aimed at igniting the imaginations of the next generation of engineers.
Engineers Week is co-ordinated by Engineers Ireland and is a platform to highlight engineering as a career and recognise the importance of the continually evolving engineering profession. The event is an ideal opportunity to showcase the positive contribution made by Waterways Ireland to local communities.
There are a range of engineering professionals, including civil and mechanical engineers and technicians working within Waterways Ireland.
The projects carried out on all seven of its inland waterways are wide and varied, from navigation operation, maintenance and development and structural design to project management, fleet management, development and maintenance of electro-hydraulically operated lock gates and accompanying smart card system, and much more.
Each year Waterways Ireland engineers share their expertise by giving presentations and hosting site visits with local school groups, which book up well in advance.


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Environmental pollution has its own causes, effects and solutions looking into these will help you identify the causes and what steps you can take to mitigate those effects broadly, environmental pollution consists of six basic types of pollution, ie air, water, land, soil, noise, and light. However, in reality, all it does is increase air pollution, waste gas and time, and cause cars to illegally speed up just catch two green signals in a row, which would be otherwise impossible, thereby increasing danger not reducing it. Road traffic jams are caused by mismatch of inflow and outflow of traffic, either at a junction or merger point merger points are easily solved by just increasing the number of lanes at a 4 way junction, at the worst case, 4 inflows want to get out of 1 outflow traffic lights will not solve the congestion, just like a network hub. The solutions to traffic congestion in istanbul cause of the traffic congestion faced by the c ity traffic jams, air pollution and a scarcity of urban land in particular,.
Traffic jams cause pollution because the vehicle produces thesame amount of exhaust and fumes whether it is sitting or movingtraffic jams increase the amount of time cars are running andspewing. A recent study by technical experts commissioned by the civic group kaibigan ng kaunlaran at kalikasan (kkk) said traffic jams continue to worsen air pollution in metro manila, exposing people to risks of acquiring cardiovascular diseases and various health problems associated with breathing dirty air every day. Traffic jam polluting air according to world bank and bangladesh government assessment, traffic jams and brick kilns are the main reasons for the city's air pollution, which is five times the acceptable level around 60 percent of city air pollution is caused by thousands of unfit and faulty vehicles, especially those that run on diesel.
To address the problem, the study recommended a “holistic” approach to solving air pollution and traffic congestion it proposed greater coordination among agencies handling traffic and environmental issues establishment of a traffic-management bureau to oversee the traffic situation. Traffic congestion is not only hard on motorists, but it also wreaks havoc on the environment with the continuous stopping and starting of vehicles in a traffic jam, the amount of harmful emissions increases contributing to air pollution and global warming. Anyone who has experienced los angeles gridlock likely can attest that traffic may cause one's blood pressure to rise but uc irvine researchers have found that, beyond the aggravation caused by fellow drivers, traffic-related air pollution presents serious heart health risks — not just for rush hour commuters, but for those who live and work nearby.
Possible causes & solutions of traffic jam and their impact on the economy of dhaka city it causes serious air pollution and noise pollution and thus worsens the overall environmental. Motor vehicles are one of the largest sources of pollution worldwide you may be surprised to learn, however, that slower moving traffic emits more pollution than when cars move at freeway speeds traffic jams are bad for our air freeway speed and air quality it seems intuitive that your car burns more fuel the faster you go. Traffic and air pollution problems are linked together which can be solved by few simple steps 1 road design - footpath, cycle path, lanes for 4- wheelers and trees on both sides 2 daily vacuum cleaner for footpath, cycle path and lanes equipment's are available in all sizes 3.
Traffic congestion increases vehicle emissions and degrades ambient air quality, and recent studies have shown excess morbidity and mortality for drivers, commuters and individuals living near major roadways presently, our understanding of the air pollution impacts from congestion on roads is very limited. These emissions create air pollution and are related to global warming road rage road rage is a senseless reaction to traffic that is common in congested traffic areas. It causes serious air pollution and noise pollution and thus worsens the overall environmental condition to reduce traffic jam, government can consider construction of roads through east-west connection of dhaka city, construction of circular embankment-cum-road along the periphery of dhaka city, grade separated road network system, bus rapid transit (brt) system, and metro-rail system.
Jams essay, research paper solutions for air pollution caused by traffic jams atmospheric pollution is called one of the greatest environmental dangers oftoday s industrialised universe and traffic jams are a major air pollutant factor causedby a enormous sum of gasolene engines ( dolan 4 ) from morning until twilight, thesound of soft people [. Solutions to air pollution caused by traffic jams pages 2 words 1,141 view full essay more essays like this: air pollution, traffic jams, atmospheric pollution, solutions for air pollution not sure what i'd do without @kibin - alfredo alvarez, student @ miami university exactly what i needed. But traffic jams in the metro does not only happen when it rains or when protesters take to the streets aside from chronic lung diseases, research by uc irvine md/phd student sharine wittkopp and her peers finds that air pollution can cause blood pressure to rise and inflame the arteries, increasing heart attack and stroke risk.
Unlike most editing & proofreading services, we edit for everything: grammar, spelling, punctuation, idea flow, sentence structure, & more get started now. Traffic congestion in the capital and smoke from brick kilns are the main reasons for air pollution in dhaka city, according to the world bank and the bangladesh government the ministry of environment and forests says that vehicles in dhaka move 14kmph on an average, which is very slow and causes them to burn more fuel and contribute to air pollution. Stress, pollution, fatigue: how traffic jams affect your health published september 9, 2015 4:00pm last tuesday night, thousands of commuters and motorists were caught in a gridlock along edsa and its arterial roads following a thunderstorm that caused flooding in some areas in metro manila during rush hour.
From the authors' prospective, one of the major causes of traffic jam in the most cities is 'poor road traffic management system' increasing of traffic congestion every year is causing increasing of air pollution, wasting of time and productivity and causes diverse diseases such as, respiratory diseases. Stress, pollution, fatigue: how traffic jams affect your health of commuters and motorists were caught in a gridlock along edsa and its arterial roads following a thunderstorm that caused flooding in some areas in metro manila during rush hour air pollution commuters who are exposed to air pollution, like those riding in non. The study commissioned by kkk, he added, confirms the problem caused by traffic congestion—which is poorer air quality “the more engines are running longer, the more pollution we get,” he.


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Respected by industry partners for its reliability, agility and flexibility at work, to ensure that even complex projects are undertaken seamlessly, City Focus offers specialist in all kinds of Maintenance solutions and Construction industry.
The comprehensive services portfolio of City Focus includes the Civil & MEP Maintenance works, Joinery & Interior Fit Out works, Refurbishment works, Construction of Villas & Staff Accommodation.
All these systems and work practices comply with international standards outlined by Consultants as well as the mandatory regulators of local authorities.
From its headquarters in Dubai, UAE, City Focus meets the Maintenance and Construction needs of a wide range of requirements covering building, Hotels and infrastructure projects including residences, industrial projects and commercial developments.
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City Focus’ strength is highly experienced professional team of engineers and technicians who have proven ability in the installation and maintenance of all types of Civil and Construction systems. Their expertise, accreditations, a state of the art technology infrastructure and assured 24×7 call out service with a dedicated sales and customer service staff have been the driving force of City Focus’ growth.
City Focus has a structured Quality Management System, which ensures that the best and most efficient solutions are provided to its clients. Leveraging all customer feedback, the company ensures continuous process and service improvements.
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In addition to the installation of Civil, MEP, Joinery & Fit Out works, City Focus has a distinguished track record in delivering all maintenance and construction support.
Inspection works are also undertaken to ensure that the site adheres to the regulations stipulated by the Local Authorities. The seamless functioning of all maintenance works is monitored with timely recommendations provided.
City Focus has a well staffed support centre to ensure that 24×7 services is provided because we understand how mission – critical our operations is.
City Focus provide excellent maintenance service in Civil, MEP, Joinery & Fit Out, Refurbishment and Construction that are warranted.
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The team undertakes annual maintenance services covering Civil, Plumbing, Electrical, A.C. & Cold Storage as well as urgent repair and upgrade works.
City Focus also provided specialised teams of engineers who can carry all Civil Maintenance & Construction related works in at short notice.
Formal maintenance contracts are tailored to meet specific client needs that may include an annual service visit to permanently manned sites.
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The Custom Moulded Polyurethane team manufactured the Polyurethane infra red sensor housing installed at Heathrow Airpots Terminal 5 car parks.
Heathrow Airport operator BAA, wanted it’s clients to experience stress free parking in all three parking areas and over 7,000 of it’s parking spaces. Offering a fully automated system, which indicated free spaces and ensuring a swift and efficient entry and exit for customers.
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We worked along side the designer responsible for the monitoring technology behind the automated system, to develop a housing for the infra red parking sensor.
We successfully custom moulded and delivered over 7,000 polyurethane sensor housings for the main multi story car park at Heathrow Airports Terminal 5. Developing the prototype to best fit the sensor technology and be robust enough to protect it.
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Intrapore was founded in 2015 by geoscientists and remediation industry experts in Essen, Germany.
We offer the whole spectrum of modern technologies for in situ soil and groundwater remediation: competent planning and design, high-resolution site investigation and modeling, innovative geotechnical methods and procedures, and precision sampling.
Intrapore is also the world’s first company that specializes in the development, commercialization and application of “NanoRemediation”, i.e. the use of reactive nanoparticles and microparticles (NMP) for groundwater remediation.
- experienced personnel with extensive knowledge in contaminated site remediation by conventional methods and means of NMP
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Intrapore received an award as “outstanding research-based start-up project” and was classified by the German Federal Office for Economic Affairs as an innovative company.


Dr. Muhtari Aminu-Kanu, director-general of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) stated that Lagos and other coastal cities globally that are less than one meter above sea level could be submerged by 2050. He said, “Any city less than one meter above sea level is under threat and Lagos is part of the many others”.
Recently, the rainfall and flooding in Lagos State are a testament to Dr. Muhtari’s statement. As I write this article, dark clouds gathered again, a sure sign of another heavy rainfall was about to take place in my area at Alape avenue, Ojo in Lagos State. Today makes it six consecutive days of rain. I love the rain. I love thecool air. I love the fact that there’s water everywhere, but the streets in Alape and its environs have turned into a tributary of rivers!
Lagos is said to be sinking under its own weight. One contributor to this issue is poor drainage which leads to constant flooding. A study in 2012 showed that sea-level has risen beyond 1meter and is already showing signs of catastrophic flooding in this region.
A population of over 17.5million Lagosians consume huge amounts of ground water since the government, due to massive corruption, is notable to provide clean potable water to the inhabitants. The rich and ruling class don’t realise every borehole dug, increases the rate at which Lagos sinks.
The fastest sinking city in the world right now is Jakarta. The chaos caused by Jakarta sinking is compounded by similar issues facing Lagos. Jakarta, like Lagos, also lacks a reliable network of piped borne water. The city’s inhabitants have no choice but to resort to digging boreholes. Other sinking cities in the world are Venice, New Orleans, Dhaka, Virginia Beach, Bangkok, Rotterdam,Alexandria, Miami and Houston.
There is a huge concrete wall built by the owners of the Eko Atlantic as a strategy to reduce the ocean from grabbing more coastline in Lagos. But how effective is this? The giant concrete wall is nicknamed “The Great Wall of Lagos.” Scientists such as Dr Alan Blumberg, an oceanographer, observed that the wall will worsen flooding in the state when the ocean eventually overflows its banks.
Watch this short video about Lagos sinking buildings.


Building work started on Tower Bridge in 1884 and it took over 8 years to complete. Two massive piers had to be sunk into the riverbed to support the construction and over 11,000 tons of Scottish steel provided the framework for the Towers and Walkways, with 2 million rivets holding it all together. This was then clad in Cornish granite and Portland stone both to protect the underlying steelwork and to give the Bridge a more pleasing appearance. The Prince of Wales opened Tower Bridge on 30 June 1894.
The high walkways were originally completely open, i.e. no roof or windows. By 1910 they were closed as people preferred to wait at street level when the bridge was raised rather than heading up the stairs with heavy loads. There is now the popular Tower Bridge Exhibition on the high walkways which has a glass floor section for views below.
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Fire Resistant Glass
Fire Resistant Glass from Osborn Glass
We supply premium quality fire resistant glass with varying levels of protection – measured in particular time periods (30, 60, 90, 120 and 180 minutes). We also supply in terms of either integrity and insulation or integrity only, as designated by European Standards. Fire resistant glass – also known as fire-rated glass – can be supplied as a multi-laminated or modified toughened glass, approved in either wood, steel or in aluminium framing systems. Fire resistant glass has excellent acoustic insulation properties, can incorporate into a double glazed unit with any other glass and could be butt-jointed.
30 minute Fire Rated Glass
We stock the most commonly used variant – 30-minute fire-rated laminated glass (not to be confused with regular laminated glass).
Unlike the more traditional forms of wired fire-rated glass – which we also supply – fire-rated glass has the general appearance of plain glass, although thicker.
To be effective the fire-rated glass must be installed as part of a tested and approved glazing system – and installed by specialists.
Fireproof Glass Windows & Walls
As well as being utilised as fireproof windows, our fire-rated glass may be used to construct fireproof glass walls. Contact us to discuss your exact requirements.
London’s Fire-Rated Glass Specialist
Osborn supplies 30-minute fire-rated glass to clients across south and central London, the wider city and beyond. Our premium fire resistant glass is purchased by customers of all kinds, including one-off residential buyers and volume trade clients.
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How to fix a basement water leak in NJ
Most houses with a basement have a concrete foundation. Concrete is porous, it can absorb and retain water. These homes will usually leak so homeowners want to know how to fix a basement water leak in NJ.
There are two main types of concrete foundations, Concrete Block or poured concrete.
- Concrete block is also known as CMU or Concrete Masonry Unit. These hollow blocks are typically 8” H x16”W x 8”D
- Poured Concrete walls are usually 8” thick of solid concrete.
These walls are sealed with a tar like substance before the backfill occurs. That is your house’s waterproofing. Most technically it is called damp-proofing. The tar is degradable and therefore not permanent. It does not last forever.
Every year snow melts and rain falls. Gravity pulls this moisture deeper into the frost line and because this seepage is constantly moving beneath the frost line, you should expect water related problems year round. As this water approaches your home it collects in the loosely packed soil that is pressing against your foundation. As the water level continues to raise the weight of the water causes pressure to build (Hydrostatic Pressure). This pressure forces water into settlement cracks in your home's foundation and sooner or later, into your basement.
The foundation is made of porous concrete that is no longer sealed.
Should you do an outside trench drain or inside French drain?
A trench drain is a trench covered with gravel or that redirects surface and groundwater away from an area. This is an outside drainage system. Most trench drains were simple ditches, pitched from a high area to a lower one and filled with gravel. Trench drains are common drainage systems, primarily used to prevent ground and surface water from penetrating or damaging building foundations. Similar drains are also used behind retaining walls to relieve ground water pressure
Trench or Perimeter Drains are often installed around a home foundation during the initial construction of the structure. They are buried around the foundation wall on the external side of the foundation. In most homes, an external drain tile is installed around the foundation walls before the foundation soil is backfilled.
The trench drain will help to move water from around the outside of foundation walls but doesn’t do anything for the water coming right up under the floor.
A French Drain is installed underneath the basement floor on the inside perimeter of the basement and relieves the hydrostatic pressure (water pressure) from the footing area.
The outside system is based on grading and gravity; the inside system uses a sump pump to remove water from the basement. The water enters the sump pit from the perimeter drains of a basement waterproofing system, and then the sump pump pumps it up and out of the basement.
To install this kind of drain:
- The inside perimeter of the floor is cut approximately one foot from the wall. A trench is excavated and pitched.
- Where possible, the lowest course of block is tapped and bled (weep holes) in order to drain the walls.
- Fully slotted polyethylene drainage pipe is installed and covered with gravel. The basement floor is re-cemented to its original level.
- To discharge the water a submersible pump is installed in a covered polyethylene liner.
Because the French drain will relieve the pressure from the walls and the floor, the interior French drain is the way to go.
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For non-invasive water line repair for your Lakeland home, think of us first!
Here in Lakeland, Florida, water line repairs are not as simple as they can be in Northern states, where they are easily accessible in crawlspaces or basements. In Lakeland, many water lines are under the slab of your home, which complicates repair, especially for an inexperienced technician. But at Stuart’s Plumbing, we have the technology and experience to handle a water line repair under a slab, and we can do it without destroying an entire room to get to it.
One of the ways we do that is with electronic leak detection, which lets us pinpoint slab leaks with amazing accuracy. This technology takes the guess work out of finding leaks and helps us to protect as much of your flooring as possible by not creating more holes than needed in your slab.
At Stuart’s Plumbing, we can also take care of water line repairs that aren’t below the slab, such as those that are in the lines that run in the walls and from the slab to the various fixtures and appliances. This also includes replacing valves that may be corroded and/or leaking. We can do both copper pipe and galvanized pipe replacement, in addition to using other materials.
If you are experiencing a problem or a higher-than-normal water bill has you believing there is a leak, give us a call, and we’ll get you scheduled, at your convenience, for a water line inspection and water line repair as needed. When it comes to water line repair, you’re in the best hands with our team at Stuart’s Plumbing.


Mining is an important means of building the nation’s economy through the export of valuable minerals. Where, once we were dependent on mules to transport soil, rock and ore, today we use sophisticated mechanized equipment and environment-friendly processes. Millions of cubic meters of raw material from the depths of the earth are hauled using state-of-the-art equipment that include excavators, crawler drills, blasting equipment, dozers, graders, dump trucks and heavy duty dewatering pumps. Work in our mining sectors spread across Goa, Karnataka and Orissa involve quarrying of gold, coal, chrome and iron ore. Environment friendly practices are strictly adhered to ensure maximum safety of employees and minimum damage to the natural resources.


The Aysha Wind Farm Project envisages the addition of 300MW clean wind energy to the Ethiopian electricity grid by making use of Ethiopia’s considerable wind power resources. The erection of the first turbines and initial power production is planned to start by the end of 2011. Completed construction of the first 60MW and full production of the wind farm is expected to be reached by November 2012.
Our technology choice is driven by infrastructure demands and stage of technology. The used turbine will therefore be a medium sized turbine around 1000 KW with a robust construction design and a proven track record.
The proposed site for the wind farm is located in the east of Ethiopia close to the borders of Djibouti and Somaliland. This location of wind farm offers the possibility of power export via the 230 KV transmission line that is connected to Djibouti. Further transmission line projects under planning to Yemen, Kenya and Sudan and make this location a very strategic one for long term demand in the East African region.
For Ethiopia wind constitutes an important alternative source of power generation to hydro power for several reasons. The estimated wind potential is about 10,000 MW. Furthermore, wind in Ethiopia is especially strong in the dry season, while hydropower potential is dropping to a low point towards the start of the annual rainy season. This fact makes wind power an even higher value contribution to the energy mix from a risk management point of view.


In her first full day in office, newly elected Mayor Michelle Wu requested the City Council appropriate $8 million in federal coronavirus relief funding to eliminate fares on three bus lines for a two-year period.
Wu’s plan looks to make the 23, 28 and 29 bus lines free starting early next year. The program is an extension and expansion of the four-month fare-free 28 bus pilot program started under acting Mayor Kim Janey’s leadership.
“I am excited to take this key step towards a brighter transit future. Building on the fare-free 28 bus pilot created by Mayor Janey, we will expand access to transit across our neighborhoods, connecting more people to their schools, places of worship, small businesses, and community centers –– and easing congestion on our bus riders and drivers alike. With stronger ties between our communities, we’ll reshape the boundaries of what’s possible in our city,” Wu said
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Mr. Allaire graduated as a Civil Engineering Technologist and has been involved in the construction industry focusing on the building envelope since 1980. He has been involved in all facets of construction working in a technical capacity, sales, marketing, consulting, and operated a large roofing distributor in Canada. He was President of Beacon Roofing Supply Canada Company (BRSCC) and was Senior Vice President for Beacon Roofing Supply Inc. (BRS), a publicly traded roofing distributor based in Herndon Virginia. Marc expanded Beacon’s Canadian business through a number of acquisitions and greenfield branches. He was also a key member of their Corporate Executive Counsel (CEC) helping to strategize the growth strategy of the company. Marc is currently the President for North 49 Sales Agency Inc., a manufacturer’s sales agency selling roofing and gypsum products to the architectural, engineering and roofing consulting community.
Marc has devoted a lot of his time working on various building envelope committees and publishing roofing related articles along with speaking at Colleges, Universities, and industry organisations. He was a founding director of the Ontario Building Envelop Council and the Roofing Consultant Institute’s Canadian Region.


Building retrofits: Innovation pathways to a more efficient built environment
Author: Roberto Interiano and Diana Fisler
In February 2021, winter storm Uri brought record low temperatures, ice, and snow, devastating unsuspecting regions of the U.S. like Texas. Only a few months before, much of the U.S. endured a rare and extremely active 2020 hurricane season. These recent events, compounded by projections of future weather events, remind us that climate change delivers unpredictable blows.
To mitigate the dangerous situations and expensive repairs brought by weather hazards, we rely on extensive and regionally customizable building codes. These codes often respond to disasters by tightening requirements for new buildings’ resistance to flood, fire, and wind. Focusing on new construction, however, does not account for the huge number of vulnerable buildings that already exist. The state of our building stock demands attention to ensure not just safety and resilience but also comfort and energy efficiency. Air-tight and well-insulated homes can better withstand extended power outages and extreme weather while reducing energy costs and increasing comfort even during pleasant weather.
Approximately half of America’s homes and commercial buildings were constructed over 40 years ago—before the existence of many of today’s building equipment standards, efficient products, and codes. Various structures completed before 1980 – totaling 46 billion square feet – are ripe for energy-efficiency retrofit and represent a significant opportunity to unlock energy savings through building envelope improvements.
There are dozens of private and public, large and small organizations developing and implementing approaches to facilitate building retrofits. To help address the opportunity, in 2019 the Department of Energy launched the Advanced Building Construction (ABC) Initiative to accelerate deep energy retrofits by investing in and guiding advanced technologies. More recently, the Biden Administration plans to support upgrades of 4 million buildings and weatherizations of 2 million homes over four years – a very decisive call to action for building efficiency businesses across the US.
What’s out there?
Building retrofits can include changes to lighting, space heating and cooling, insulation, and air sealing for surfaces (ceilings and walls) and openings (doors and windows). Accommodating these complex, often interacting systems requires both expert knowledge and a careful and thoughtful approach. Lately, more innovation has focused on facilitating the retrofitting process through less invasive, less expensive, and more efficient technologies and high-performance building materials and procedures. Here, we walk through a few examples of major retrofit project categories.
Retrofit choices differ in degrees of invasiveness and commitment. Lighting renovations are relatively simple, consisting of replacing old lighting fixtures with options that save energy and have less embodied carbon and waste. Sometimes, lighting retrofits can also involve relocating fixtures to better leverage natural lighting.
Space heating and cooling retrofits focus on implementing more energy-efficient ways of maintaining a safe and habitable indoor environment. These procedures are usually more invasive, comprising sealing and insulating ducts, switching out HVAC components for newer technologies, using sensors to direct and optimize heating and cooling, and in some cases even upgrading to more emissions-friendly fuel choices like geothermal. These changes are making more and more economic sense as existing heating and cooling systems reach end of life.
Moving to the building envelope, insulation and air sealing measures limit the energy required to maintain temperature differences by limiting heat flow from the conditioned and unconditioned building environments. These efforts can range in complexity, from simply upgrading attic insulation, to “drill and fill” of existing walls without removing the cladding, all the way to a whole-house deep energy retrofit which might require recladding the whole exterior wall structure.
Of special interest is finding less invasive ways to accomplish these treatments. One clever example, Aeroseal’s Aerobarrier, helps seal non-visible air leaks and reduce mechanical loads to promote healthier air quality while minimizing project duration and disruption to occupants.
Beyond the solutions mentioned above, developing advanced robotics for building envelope retrofits is an enabler that allows workers to reach places that are otherwise unsafe or difficult to access while facilitating quality and consistency – not to mention safety – when installing energy efficiency measures. Advanced robotic solutions may seem futuristic, but they are here today.
One example, Q-bot, is a robotic solution for insulating floors from beneath by accessing the crawl-space found in many older homes and buildings. To date, the company has developed a handful of agile, tethered robots that infiltrate hard-to-reach places and employ artificial intelligence (AI) to identify and non-invasively apply insulation. The construction-inspection assistant designed by Boston Dynamics, Spot, is another robotic solution designed to tackle the challenges faced in the built environment: as Spot ventures a construction site, it inspects progress, creates a digital model, and compares site conditions with technical drawings.
Other robotic solutions
There are also construction robots that could be modified to fit building retrofit use cases. Canvas is building semi-autonomous robots with AI features to improve safety, ensure level 5+ finishing capabilities, and unlock retrofit schedule reductions of 2 to 7 days. If equipped with sensing capabilities to identify air gaps, Canvas’ semi-autonomous technologies could be adapted to applying insulation to difficult-to-reach places on walls and ceilings.
Australia-based Fastbrick Robotics (FBR) is also disrupting the construction equipment industry. FBR’s Hadrian X, a fully autonomous bricklayer, is capable of safely and accurately working in uncontrolled environments and recently initiated a market entry strategy in North America. Robotic solutions designed to precisely maneuver building components outdoors like the Hadrian X could in the future install prefabricated panels and other materials essential for exterior energy retrofits.
To encourage further robotic innovation to drive energy efficiency in envelope retrofit solutions, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) recently launched the American-Made E-ROBOT Prize. In alignment with the ABC Initiative, the prize focuses on developing advanced robotics to meet critical needs and reduce barriers in building envelope retrofits.
ADL Ventures is a power connector of the Department of Energy’s American Made Network and would love to hear your retrofit ideas and/or questions about the E-ROBOT Prize.


- Last Updated: 20 August 2018
New project website launched for improvements to Kingston ferry terminal traffic
A new project website has launched for improvement projects on State Route 104 in downtown Kingston. Visit the site for the latest information and to sign-up to receive meeting minutes from the highway 104 working group. Go to: https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr104/kingston-ferry-terminal/home
The Washington State Department of Transportation was awarded $500,000 in a state appropriation to begin review of the constraints of State Route 104 in downtown Kingston and impacts of ferry congestion on the community. Additionally, Kitsap County was awarded a $740,000 regional grant to begin preliminary engineering for the re-routing of highway 104 in downtown Kingston.
These funding awards compliment each other and will allow planning efforts to determine cost estimates for construction. This is important information WSDOT will need to seek additional funding for the re-routing project.
The four elements of State Route 104 traffic circulation improvements in Kingston that are moving forward include:
1. Preliminary engineering for the widening of First Street to allow for re-alignment of highway 104 out of downtown to make for better local circulation and pedestrian traffic
2. Installation of a camera and variable messaging signage on the toll booth for more real-time information for travelers using the ferry system and residents who want to know conditions along highway 104
3. Low-cost signage and other near-term improvements in downtown Kingston
4. An advance preliminary design for a ferry holding lot off Lindvog Road that would keep ferry traffic off the highway 104 shoulders and vehicles to the terminal in order to avoid congestion downtown


About the Northern Gas Pipeline
Jemena is proud to have been selected by the Northern Territory Government to build and operate the Northern Gas Pipeline (NGP).
The 622km pipeline will link Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory with Mount Isa in Queensland, unlocking the next phase of economic growth for the Territory and helping build a stronger Northern Australia.
Construction of the $800 million NGP Project commenced in 2017, and is now complete. First gas will flow through the new pipeline later in 2018.
Around 200 contracts were awarded across the Project’s entirety.
Please visit ICN Gateway for more information on contracting.
Approximately 1,100 jobs were created during the planning, construction and commissioning phases, with a focus on sourcing labour from close to the Project area.


Seal coating asphalt driveways, parking garages, and other paved surfaces are the process of applying a liquid substance over an underlying asphalt pavement to cover the surface and cover small holes and cracks for weather protection. By repairing surface damage and establishing a protective layer to keep out damaging UV rays, vehicle fluids, and water, seal coating protects and extends the life of asphalt pavement. Sealcoating covers surface gaps, reducing oxygen and UV ray exposure while limiting the depth to which oil or gas can infiltrate the asphalt. It works as a waterproofing agent, reducing the rate at which water penetrates your driveway or parking lot’s asphalt.
Finish the repairs, allow time for curing, then clean before sealing, just as you would with concrete. If you use too much sealer, it might cause peeling, flaking, and cracking. Sealcoating should be renewed every two years, according to industry standards, to enable sealer on your driveway to wear away before resealing.
The optimal time of year to seal coat your driveway is between May and October. However, you should check the weather forecast to ensure that it will not rain while the driveway is installed. For a minimum of 12 hours, do not touch or drive on the seal-covered driveway.
If you’re considering upgrading from a gravel driveway to something more permanent, these are the benefits and drawbacks to consider when sealing an asphalt driveway.
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Pros of Sealing Asphalt Driveway:
Let’s take a look at the pros of sealing asphalt driveway:
Rain, snow, and water overflow are all protected by seal coating your driveway. Water damage is a prevalent cause of asphalt driveway deterioration. The earth beneath your driveway erodes as water seeps through cracks and pavement. Asphalt seal coating fills in minor gaps and protects your driveway from water damage.
2) Prevention from Potholes Formation:
When you seal asphalt, you’re essentially building a protective barrier against the flaws that are discovered in the material after it’s been poured to form your driveway. It’s similar to the procedure of sealing a kitchen countertop. The ingredients infiltrate into the air pockets left behind by the job, resulting in a more robust surface. This procedure allows for the prevention of catastrophic damage before it occurs, protecting your automobiles while also preventing accidents.
3) Protection Against the Sun:
UV rays may age and destroy your driveway in the same way they age and damage your skin. Oxidation is caused by the sun’s rays, which leads to driveway deterioration. Sealcoating functions as a sunscreen by shielding aging asphalt from damaging UV radiation.
4) Moisture Run-off is Efficient:
When you build a sealant-coated asphalt driveway, you’re creating a surface that allows for efficient water run-off when moisture falls on it. You’ll also notice that this product has some self-healing properties because the sun can help to put the broken coating or surface back together as it “melts.” This grade provides additional resistance to distortion and flexing, lowering the risk of cracks occurring in your driveway.
Sealcoat is a black material that heats up when exposed to light. It helps asphalt driveways last longer. Sealcoat is more flexible when heated because it becomes more pliant and reduces the likelihood of cracks in your driveway because the seal coat can endure traffic and wear and tear.
Asphalt is expensive, and prices are subject to fluctuation based on crude oil prices. Sealcoating, on the other hand, is far less costly than replacing asphalt. Sealcoating your driveway could save you hundreds of dollars if the damage isn’t too severe.
7) Maintenance is Easy:
Sealcoating is not only cost-effective but also makes cleaning and upkeep easier by smoothing out the surface of your driveway. Broom is used to sweeping seal-coated driveways fast. You may also wash them without worrying about water seeping into cracks and causing your driveway to deteriorate.
The driveway plays a significant impact on the physical appearance of your home. It’s one of the first things people notice. It is said, the first impression is the last one. When opposed to asphalt, seal coating appears to be clean and well-kept. Line markings can also be easily painted onto seal coating, making it ideal for parking spots.
Cons of Asphalt Driveway Sealing:
Here are the cons of asphalt driveway sealing:
1) The Cost of Sealing the Driveway is not Cheap:
Although having your asphalt driveway sealed will cost more than if you choose to forego doing. And the money you spend now will save you an equal or more incredible amount in repair expenditures down the line.
2) Maintenance is a Repetitive Task:
To get the perfect asphalt driveway, you should seal it once every three years. The repeated coats applied to the surface aren’t as expensive as the initial layer, but they are still an investment that must be factored into your budget.
3) Specific Weather Conditions are Required:
When sealing an asphalt driveway, you must be cautious of the weather conditions. Even though it is a three-season product in most of the United States, you should not use it after the season’s first frost. The cooler temperatures will harm the sealer’s performance. When there is a risk of sub-freezing conditions during cement production, it is not uncommon for a sealer to fail. If you use an all-seasons, four-season, or cold-weather formula for your asphalt sealant, you can avoid this disadvantage. Still, this product is usually more expensive than the conventional product.
4) Time Required for Better Results:
Before you begin this maintenance task, you must wait for a newly constructed asphalt driveway to cure appropriately. Most driveways require at least six months of drying time before they are suitable for sealing. After that, you must consider the temperature of your driveway before going. Most sealants also require at least 24 hours of drying time before each layer is placed to the driveway, ensuring that the minimum temperature requirement is met throughout the project. If your desired product requires you to wait 72 hours between each coat of sealant you apply, this can be challenging.
5) It Demands Frequent Cleaning:
When you apply a layer of sealant to an asphalt driveway, you’re forming a barrier between the surface and the debris, which could compromise the installation. When interacting with it, use caution because pressure washing with certain solvents or detergents might cause the sealant to wear out prematurely.


"To carry out quality construction projects by directly employing a 'multi-disipline' workforce and carefully managing the construction process."
Cornhill Building Services was founded in 1994 on the above principle. Today, this principle remains at the core of our company, providing us with a solid base from which we have steadily grown.
Our directly employed trades include:
- General Building, Masonry, Groundworks
- Joinery and Shop Fitting
- Plumbing and Heating (CORGI Registered)
- Natural Stoneworks and Stone Restoration/Repair
- Manufactured Joinery
Company turnover has risen steadily over the last 10 years in line with our planned expansion. Turnover to October 2005 was approx £10m.
Current projects range from £100,000 Local Authority/University Refurbishments to £2.1m residential developments. We have carried out complex refurbishment projects for different sectors (office/commercial/retail/local authority/University) and our staff are very experienced in all types of construction project.
Our head office resources complete our management team and provide the necessary back up to our Site Managers and Contracts Managers. Estimating, Health and Safety, Surveying and Contract Management are all based at our Head Office to provide the necessary on site support.


What is the Heritage Valley Park and Ride?
- Part of the Captial Line South LRT Extension
- When complete, the Park and Ride will include:
- A transit centre
- Up to 1,100 parking stalls
- A stormwater management facility
- Once construction of Phase 1 is complete (anticipated for late 2019), ETS shuttles will travel to and from the Century Park LRT Station.
How close is it to Graydon Hill?
Approximately 650m, which is walkable, on average, in approx 15-20 minutes or 5 minutes by bike or car.
Check the City of Edmonton HVPR page for the most recent updates.
Construction of Phase 1 will begin in fall 2018 and is anticipated to be complete late 2019.Source: https://www.edmonton.ca/projects_plans/transit/capital-line-park-ride.aspx
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The 12′, 14′ and 16′ pusher box plows add to the lineup of WESTERN® PILE DRIVER™ steel edge plows. The two-piece, steel trip-edge design delivers a cleaner scrape for hard packed snow and ice while protecting operators and their equipment when encountering hidden bumps and obstacles. The pushers quickly and easily attach to backhoes, wheel loaders and tractors requiring only the use of bolt-on, interchangeable attachment plates and are available in multiple sizes.
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The 12', 14' and 16' PILE DRIVER™ steel edge pusher plows come equipped with an enhanced, heavy-duty blade design. The pusher plows feature a 10-gauge moldboard for superior strength and an aggressive, 67-degree attack angle to help scrape hard-packed snow and ice. Measuring 40½" tall, the pusher plows are finished with a high-gloss, industrial paint that is salt- and UV-resistant to protect against corrosion.
The PILE DRIVER™ pusher plows feature multiple structural-steel channels that run across the length of the entire blade and is internally lined with stiffener ribs to provide structural integrity and bucket-impact strength.
Two-piece, Steel Trip-Edge
The two-piece, steel trip-edge design provides a cleaner scrape for hard-packed snow while protecting you and your equipment from hidden obstacles. The steel trip-edge is constructed with eight or twelve extension springs, depending on the blade width, and is reinforced with additional ribs at the trip springs to handle large snow loads and stresses. The steel cutting edge is center-punched, which means it can be flipped, resulting in improved service life.
Interchangeable attachments offer the flexibility to quickly and easily attach the pushers to various pieces of equipment within a fleet. Attachments include a universal post option for wheel loaders and three different wheel loader carrier options along with their compatible models.
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At The Murray Company, we have a unique approach to servicing our clients. We simply try to make the design and construction process as painless for you as possible. Our goal is to listen closely to your needs, then provide creative, effective solutions to your problems. This approach allows you to focus your valuable time and energy where it makes the most sense - on your core business. Whether your business plan calls for a new facility or a renovation, we can help streamline your design and construction needs and insure you the most efficient and economical solution.
Right from the start, we can perform many of the tasks that you and your people have grown accustomed to doing in the early stages of construction projects. These tasks include:
In fact, we offer you a single source of responsibility from the minute the project becomes an idea in your head until your grand opening ceremony. This enables one project manager to take on every issue associated with your project without multiple hand-offs in responsibility. The result is streamlined communication, smoother project flow and faster time to market.
- Assistance in site selection and analysis
- Coordination of site surveys
- Coordination with local zoning, building and utility officials to insure the design will meet all local, state and federal requirements
- Generating preliminary drawings
- Preparing project budgets, including value engineering alternates
- Assembling and coordinating the best team of professional architects, consultants, engineers and equipment vendors for your project
Once construction begins we continue to make it easy for our clients to keep up with the construction process. We keep you informed on a regular basis with web-based project progress photos, weekly project updates and project coordination meetings as frequently as you desire. Our quality control procedures and record keeping gives you the confidence that all construction standards are being met throughout construction. We consistently communicate proactively with your staff to avoid unnecessary interruptions due to the construction process, allowing utility tie-ins to occur with minimal disruption to your operations. In addition, we are committed to providing you with a jobsite that is safe, clean, and orderly.
After construction is completed, we will provide you with a complete set of record documents for your entire project, including as-built drawings, a quality control manual and a close-out manual. This will allow you to quickly reference any of the components relating to the maintenance or operation of your facility. You also have our firm commitment that we will not disappear after you have taken possession of your new facility, but will make a series of warranty or follow-up visits to ensure your total satisfaction.
DESIGN / BUILD DETAIL
The following are just some of the ways
The Murray Company can provide value to your company during the Design / Build Process
Obtain all permits and approvals for the project.
- We assist you in site selection for new facilities.
- We can develop preliminary drawings and perform programming activities
for your projects.
- We assemble the most qualified team of consultants for each project.
- We will initiate site surveys and geotechnical study.
- Coordinate any developmental review requirements for the project.
- Once the project team is assembled, we begin the design and drawing process:
a. Meet with our customer’s department heads to determine their requirements.
b. Review all requirements and specifications to analyze technologies and
systems available to meet the project needs.
c. Assist you in assembling an equipment inventory to determine the necessary
utilities for full operation.
d. Review site surveys and geotechnical reports to finalize site design.
e. Hold bi-weekly meetings to review progress drawings.
f. Meet with our client’s insurance underwriter to review progress drawings.
g. Coordinate all individual design disciplines.
- Meet with local building officials to review the project.
- Examine any park or development covenants applicable to the project.
- Meet with local utility companies to review providing service to the facility.
- Finalize the design and construction documents:
a. Review and finalize complete set of construction documents.
b. Submit complete set of construction documents to the client for review.
c. Submit final construction documents to your underwriter for approval.
- Submit site plan to local fire marshal for approval.
- Submit site plan to local water district for approval.
- Submit for building permit review.
- Pre-qualify all subcontractors.
- Competitively bid the project to 3 to 6 pre-qualified subcontractors in
- Evaluate all subcontractor bids, then award subcontractors.
- Set up a “web-cam” for internet monitoring of the project’s progress.
Complete any punch list work to the owner’s satisfaction.
- Coordinate site access and mobilization with your facility.
- Hold weekly job site progress meetings to review construction.
- Implement and monitor a project safety program to insure a safe jobsite and reduce your risks as an owner.
- Provide general coordination of all construction activities and scheduling.
- Provide weekly updates including a written summary of activities, an updated schedule and progress photos.
- Maintain daily housekeeping of construction site.
- Post daily pictures on the internet to monitor progress.
- Secure all final inspections, certifications, and building occupancy.
- Assist with move-in and help coordinate equipment hook-up.
- Submit a complete set of “as-built” drawings and surveys for the entire project.
- Assemble and submit a complete Project Close-out Manual (including: a list of finishes, warranty letters and operation/maintenance manuals).
- Assemble and submit a Quality Control Manual containing all testing reports certifying quality of certain project items (geotechnical, structural steel, roofing, concrete, asphalt paving, etc.)
- Make scheduled post-completion follow up visits to the new facility.
(6 month, 1 year and 2 year)


Explanation of hot water heating systems hot water heating systems are built around the premise of radiant heat water is heated by a boiler and circulated throughout a building usually homes older homes especially through a series of pipes that heat radiators that give off heat the heat transfers to the air in the room. 1 open vented hot water systems this system uses many different parts to heat the water it consists of a hot water cylinder a cold water storage cistern tank special pipework known as an open vent pipe and a heat source to heat the water there are two types of open vented hot water direct heating and indirect heating. Understanding hot water heating systems kindle edition by vannorden robert download it once and read it on your kindle device pc phones or tablets use features like bookmarks note taking and highlighting while reading understanding hot water heating systems. Understanding hot water heating systems book read reviews from worlds largest community for readers this book is an attempt to pass on some of the kno
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Thermal energy storage systems capture low-cost energy from the power grid during the night ("off-peak") and then use this captured low-cost energy to replace high-cost cooling energy during the following day ("on-peak").
Thermal energy is normally stored at the point of use and committed to a specific purpose, for example, hybrid cooling systems for buildings. Essentially the more plentiful off-peak nighttime electricity is committed to cooling and freezing a solid block of ice which stores cooling energy. The cooling energy is released for later use by reversing the proceedure ( melting the ice).
During the "off-peak" charge cycle the chiller circulates a cold glycol/water solution through the thermal storage tanks. The solution flows through the tank's heat exchanger tubes (immersed in water), forming ice around each tube. When the thermal energy storage system is fully charged a solid block of ice is formed and the chiller shuts off until the next cycle.
During the "on-peak" discharge cycle, the warm glycol/water solution is pumped through the thermal energy storage system where it is cooled by the melting ice. The cooled solution is then circulated to the building load through a plate-and-frame heat exchanger to provide cool air capacity during the time of the discharge cycle without the need to operate the chiller at all, or at reduced operational cycles thus saving considerable energy.
Energy savings can be achieved
As much as half of the energy consumed in a commercial building is used for cooling and heating and by using properly designed Thermal Energy Storage Solutions often up to 30 - 40% of this energy use can be saved and reductions in use of high-cost peak demand electricity can be achieved.
The ROI is also very reasonable, especially when combined with other energy efficiency measures to create a cost competitive, environmentally friendly HVAC solution.


Choosing the correct building type for home or commercial usage may be a complex undertaking. Several factors to consider, ranging from size and design to materials. Cost is, of course, a big concern. Most of us want to get the most bang for our dollars. A professional services firm, for example, is likely to require a facility with a variety of offices for its personnel. However, if a company needs large open areas to do its work, one option stands out above the others.
What are clear span metal buildings?
A transparent span building does not have any internal support columns. Instead, a clear span building is engineered without interior support columns to guarantee that the walls and beams can carry the roof's weight. Essentially, these structures are intended to transmit loads from the top to the base without the need for truss systems, leaving the total square footage free and available. This design gives you the most storage area and allows you to store many goods in clear span metal buildings, such as a tractor, combine, or even an airplane! Clear span steel structures are ideal for a variety of applications, including agricultural and commercial storage.
Various benefits of clear span buildings
If you want an ample open space, a clear span is the way to go. The clear span design construction is solid and durable. They do, however, provide cost-effectiveness and strength.
Aside from economic effectiveness and speed of construction, there are several more reasons why a clear span building makes sense. First, with depleting natural resources, everyone should think about how they may aid the earth—steel construction built with recycled materials.
Every year, about 69 percent of all steel in North America is recycled — more than paper, aluminium, plastic, and glass combined. However, it is still another reason to acquire steel structures, as steel components will continue to be in high demand in the future. Furthermore, adopting a clear span metal structure might assist you in obtaining green construction certifications.
Pre-engineered clear span metal structures are highly adaptable and may be utilised for various construction purposes. As previously said, a clear span metal building might be the ideal aeroplane hangar. For example, the United States government mandates that aeroplane hangars be steel! Clearspan metal structures are also suitable for horse arenas, gymnasiums, ice rinks, industrial facilities, agricultural purposes, small enterprises, and various other applications. If you need a place to keep your vehicles, tools, and lawn equipment, the clear span style is an excellent choice for a garage. In reality, the applications for your clear span metal construction are practically unlimited.
Clearspan metal structures are low maintenance. Steel does not contract, deform, split, or swell. Steel constructions, in general, are built to withstand even the most extreme situations. Steel is inedible to animals, and it does not decay at the pace that wood does.
Smaller clear span structures do not require support posts, resulting in a more usable interior area. Compared to other constructions, high ceilings allow you to stack objects higher for total storage capacity. You have the power to choose how large or tiny the measurements will be to meet all of your requirements.
Clearspan metal structures are also ideal for horse arenas, gymnasiums, ice rinks, industrial facilities, agricultural purposes, small enterprises, and various other applications. If you need a place to keep your vehicles, tools, and lawn equipment, the clear span style is an excellent choice for a garage. In reality, the applications for your clear span metal construction are practically unlimited.
When buying a building, do not overlook the available space inside. Intrusive poles, internal columns, and complicated truss and chord systems aren't simply an irritation; they also limit the capacity to utilise all of a building's open space. Therefore, you have the right to ALL of your space! Take the necessary actions to realise the full potential of your clear span metal construction.
There are various reasons why a clear span structure can appeal to you, but most of it boils down to how you want to utilise the building, how quickly you require it, and your budget. Clear span buildings are extremely adaptable structures that provide excellent value at a low cost.


INDUSTRIAL FENCING - For Ultimate Protection
About Industrial Fencing
Industrial fencing Is often used as a boundary fence for schools, railways and industrial complexes or anywhere you want to prevent access.
Commonly produced from steel to enhance the strength there are a range of options depending on your budget and desired result
- Heavy Duty tubular steel in either galvanised or powdercoated finish with a range of spiked tops is often used for schools, railways, public areas or factories. In some cases Aluminium may be used which will be lighter and more durable if strength is not a factor.
- Industrial security mesh fencing utilising welded galvanised panels supported on steel post
- Chain wire fencing is a common economical boundary fence for low traffic areas and is available as gavanised or pvc coated.
To increase security levels barbed wire can be incorporated into your chosen design.


Guest Consultants, Inc. was founded in 1991 by Pat Guest as a civil engineer and land surveying firm in Brandon, Mississippi. From humble begininnings in 1991 with an engineer and two cad staff, Guest consultants has grown to the present staff of five professional engineers and two professional land surveyors with a complete staff of CAD technicians and Field Technicians.
-November 2010: City of Brandon Signal Improvement Project advertised
-November 2010: The City of Brandon Country Meadows water line project was recently completed and closed out. This project utilized CDBG funds and was completed in 12 months!
- October 2010: City of Brandon Enhancement Project awarded


The Analysis of Song Putri Reservoir Storage Area on Sedimentation Rate Using Mathematical Model Approach
Song Putri Reservoir is an artificial reservoir with the aim of irrigation channels for rice fields and flood control. This reservoir is located in Eromoko District, Wonogiri Regency Sedimentation modeling in the Song Putri reservoir is needed to analyze the amount of sediment deposition against the Song Putri Reservoir. To analyze the flow patterns and sediment distribution that occurs in reservoirs, SMS (Surface-water Modeling System) 8.0 Softwarse is used. This study aims to determine the flow patterns and effects of sediment distribution on reservoir changes. The data used include Song Putri Reservoir technical data, daily rainfall data for 10 years (2009-2018), sediment data, reservoir inflow data, and bathymetry maps. To analyze the magnitude of inflow and outflow of Song Putri Reservoir, hydrological analysis using empirical methods is used, while sedimentation modeling simulation uses SMS 8.0. Software based on the simulation, result the highest flow velocity in the 50 year return period is 0.097 m / s and the smallest is 0.00 m / s. Based on the simulation results of changes in the reservoirs base for 720 hours (1 month), the values that in the return period of 50 years, 100 years and the highest 1000 years the highest was 5.795 m and the smallest of 0.001 m. Based on the calculation of prediction of sediment growth rates, it obtained the results of sediment growth rates with a percentage for a 50 year return period of 35.68% with a range of percentages between 19% - 21% and a percentage of 29.103% for a 100 year return period with a range of percentages between 22% - 24%, while the percentage growth rate of 1000 year return period sediments is 98 , 20% with a percentage range between 55% - 57%.
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Most concrete walkways Ohio specialists remove an existing walkway, if there is one, by breaking it up with a jackhammer. They dig about 4 inches into the dirt, make sure the area is level and lay down a wire mesh for reinforcement. The walkway installers build a form from steel or wood in which to pour the concrete. Once it is poured evenly, the wet concrete is smoothed with a special tool and the whole thing has to dry for at least 1 full day. When the new walkway is dry, the form can then be removed.
Ohio Concrete Walkway Costs
Prices can differ based on regional labor and material costs as well as the width and length of the concrete walkways Ohio that need to be installed. In cases where an old walkway must be torn out first, there will be added costs. Homeowners who select a decorative walkway will pay more for the extra aesthetics. Concrete that is stamped with a pattern and a color or concrete will cost more and concrete that is textured to look like brick, stone or tile will cost even more but will be quite attractive in appearance.
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Les Thiessen, P.Eng
Les Thiessen, P.Eng. is a civil engineering graduate of the University of British Columbia (1987). He has been the managing Principal of SNT Engineering Ltd. since 2009 while remaining in a hands-on role with many projects throughout BC. Project related experience includes bridge design, hydrotechnical analysis, construction management and EOR services. His major clients include numerous government agencies and corporations that require access solutions for both the recreation and resource sectors. Les has worked closely with clients since 2010 as a key consultant delivering their multi-million-dollar capital infrastructure programs.
Prior to becoming Principal at SNT Engineering, Les was the Regional Bridge Engineer for the Ministry of Forests, Southern Interior Region based in Nelson, BC. He was the approval authority for over 200 major bridge and culverts construction projects. Les also ensured the safety of all main road systems by coordinating regular inspections and maintenance program for over 1000 structures.
Carmen DiPasquale, P.Eng
Carmen DiPasquale, P.Eng. is a civil engineering graduate of the University of British Columbia (2008). He is a Structural Engineer with experience in heavy industrial, mineral processing, hydropower, bridges, and residential construction sectors. From front-end concepts and estimates to detailed design through to field review, Carmen is able to provide designs in concrete, steel, wood, and masonry materials. With a personal interest in construction, there is plenty of hands-on experience to draw from. These skills developed in and out of the office allow him to develop structural solutions that are effective, practical, and constructible.
Carmen has a background that allows him to work effectively across disciplines and industries, with clients and contractors, and on projects from mini to mega.
Carson Stauffer, P.Eng
Carson Stauffer, P.Eng. is a Civil Engineering graduate of the University of British Columbia Okanagan. Carson brings to the team broad engineering knowledge from working on bridge, municipal, industrial, and specialized remote access construction sites. Carson has found success providing creative solutions to clients problems by working together with all stakeholders. With his extensive field experience and time spent working closely with construction experts, he can bring practical, effective solutions to any design challenge.
Mike Davies joined SNT in April 2019 and brings a strong and diverse skill set with more than 26 years of experience as an Engineering Technologist.
Mike has 3 years of post-secondary education in the field of electrical engineering (UVIC) and has applied this background, along with his creative and operational aptitudes to become adept in many key areas. The highlights of Mike’s experience include topographic survey, road design, volumetric earthwork design & construction staking, civil, structural and architectural design, study management, cost estimating, project scheduling and contract administration. At SNT, Mike works closely with clients and partners to achieve project deadlines and to ensure that all technical details are addressed and deliverables are complete.
Rudi van der Merwe
Rudi is a technologist and developer who has worked with SNT Engineering since 2016. Coming from a background as a software developer, Rudi brings a diverse set of skills to the team.
Rudi’s tasks at SNT includes topographic survey, UAV aerial survey, terrain modeling, CAD design, CAD development, geospatial data management and software development.
Gabrielle Noakes has been a project and administrative assistant at SNT since December 2023. Her role at SNT includes contract drafting, report drafting, data management, and project administration. Gabrielle’s previous experience includes a similar administrative role for Barrister / Kings Counsel Leslie Glick as a Legal Secretary assisting in document management, client communication and drafting legal documents such as subpoenas, motions and affidavits. Gabrielle brings a variety of administrative skills and experience from working in other roles such as a K-12 School Receptionist / Event Planner, as well as General Manager of a casual, fine dining restaurant.