The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority has been regarded as the leader of transportation systems in the following counties: Travis and Williamson. The Central Texas Regional is known for building roads, which include the 183-A and the U.S. 290 East. The transportation organization also issue toll tags. Learn more about Mike Heiligenstein: https://ibtta.eventsential.org/Speakers/Details/22280
However, the agency is so much more than that. The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority is an independent government agency that was established in 2002. The agency was established after a state law took effect in 2001. This independent government agency does not have any tax authority. In 2015, their revenue was $55,814,033; their expenses totaled $38,135,309. Since the agency began their assets grew to $1.8 billion.
The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority uses funds from the private sector to finance their transportation projects. Their additional transportation projects include traffic lane expansion, construction of toll roads, projects that improve transportation for the Central Texas.
The agency raises their income by selling investment bonds. Any debt that they have is paid by the income from toll roads. The additional money needed comes from the Texas Department of Transportation.
The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority offers mobile travel applications and free roadside assistance. The agency runs HERO, also known as Highway Emergency Response Operator. The Highway Emergency Response Operator helps stranded drivers that are on Interstate 35 and U.S. 183.
The Highway Emergency Response Operator helped 14,480 drivers. The assistance to stranded motorists includes relocating vehicles that are disabled, changing tires, delivering water to drivers, and removing items from highway lanes.
Mike Heiligenstein is the Executive Director of The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority. Mr. Heiligenstein started working at The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority in 2003. Mike represents the citizens of Central Texas in a variety of ways. He was an elected official for 23 years representing Williamson County. Mike Heiligenstein is a part of the Texas Department of Transportation’s Texas Task Force.
Mike frequently is picked to speak on topics such as transportation, infrastructure, and his commitment to problem-solving. He graduated from the University of Texas and Mike Heiligenstein has a Master’s in Business Administration and Government.


FLORENCE, S.C. – Condos could soon be coming to North Dargan Street.
Florence Downtown Development Manager Ray Reich said Tuesday that a developer was working with the city to purchase the former L.B. Small’s Used Furniture location at 141 N. Dargan St. with the intention of tearing the existing building down and building something, most likely condominiums on the site. He was not at liberty to give the name.
“There’s a group that’s going to acquire the building,” Reich said. “The city acquired it. The group will tear it down and renovate it.”
Property tax records indicate the city purchased the property on Oct. 4, 2018, for $499,999.
Reich said ultimately the final use for the property would be condominiums but there is the possibility that the bottom floor could be turned into a commercial development.
Reich added the existing structure needed to be torn down because its roof had collapsed and the structure was “pretty nasty” inside.
A roof collapsing is a serious issue for a building like the one at 141 N. Dargan St. because when the building was built, the roof was designed to hold the walls in place. Without the roof, the building becomes more likely to fall down.
According to property tax records, the structure was built in 1915.
Reich added that construction would likely have begun already on the project but for high construction costs.
The development of condos joins two other projects currently underway in the 100 block of North Dargan Street.
To the right of 141 North Dargan St. at 151 North Dargan St. is property owned by Barefoot Child Properties LLC.
Reich said that property would be turned into a commercial area downstairs and another condominium where the owner of the limited liability company, Dr. Mark Stokes, intends to reside. Reich estimated that this project was around three-fourths of the way done.
One building to the left of the 141 N. Dargan project at 135 N. Dargan St. is the property owned by Terrence Thomas through ASK Investments LLC that will be the location of two apartments, a roof-top bar, and The Lost Cajun Seafood restaurant.
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Passive Solar Power and CSP (Concentrated Solar Power)
Passive solar design and CSP are quite different from each other but both use the heat of the sun to accomplish energy needs. This is different than photovoltaic which uses semiconductors to convert the sun's rays directly into electricity.
1.) Concentrated Solar Power
2.) Passive Solar Design
1.) Concentrated Solar Power:
Above: 160 meter high tower at Crescent Dunes Solar Energy Project (Tonopah, NV). It uses molten salt and will generate 110 megawatts of electricity.
CSP can be configured in several ways, but all forms use mirrors to focus the sun's rays onto a liquid which creates steam and pressure. The steam drives steam turbines and makes electricity.
One form of CSP uses a field of mirrors which thanks to precise mathematics are aligned by computer at an optimum angle with the sun to direct solar power onto a tower. A black area on the tower absorbs the energy and behind the black area is an array of pipes which carry either molten sodium or water.
The mirrors used in CSP can either be nearly flat, or parabolic. The parabolic mirrors have a pipe in the center where liquid is pumped through. See more about parabolic mirrors at the SkyFuel website. Their SkyTrough trough solar concentrator is a perfect example of this kind of technology.
Above: The Ivanpah Solar Power Facility in California uses hot water. Funding for the project has come from a variety of sources including Google.
2.) Passive solar design in buildings:
Passive solar technology uses the heat of the sun and building/material design to provide internal and water heating without the use of electricity or combustion. Buildings designed with passive solar heating can stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer by use of proper orientation, devices and materials. Passive solar is different than active solar in that active solar uses electrical and mechanical devices. Designing passive solar systems is the realm of engineers with heat transfer, architecture and materials engineering backgrounds.
Below: a community of passive solar homes in Taos, New Mexico (Earthship Biotecture)
Understanding thermal properties of materials is important as the correct choice of materials allows for slowing/hastening temperature changes when desired. Mirrors can be used to capture energy and focus it in a solar furnace and solar forge.
In buildings chimneys, doors, ventilation systems and windows are all designed to control temperature based on the local climate, latitude, humidity and wind patterns.
See the video below where the Edison Tech Center takes a tour of a passive solar house in a special community in New Mexico. This style of passive solar house has been branded "Earthship"by designer Mike Reynolds.
Mojave Mirrors: World's Largest Solar Plant Ready to Shine
Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System
All types of Electric Motors
Photovoltaic (Solar Power)
Diesel Electric Locomotives
Dynamos and Generators
Interview with James Duggan. Edison Tech Center 2009
Earthship Architecture video. Edison Tech Center 2014
Edison Tech Center


Vibration Shaker Table is an advanced and versatile device used for the excitation and testing of structures in various applications. It is specifically designed for durability testing, modal testing, and dynamic sensor calibration.
The shaker table comprises robust and high-quality shakers, equipped with energy-efficient solid-state power amplifiers and precise digital vibration controllers, making it ideal for a wide range of vibration tests. It can meet the requirements of various industry standards such as MIL-STD, DIN, ISO, ASTM, IEC, ISTA, GB, GJB, JIS, and more.
One of the key advantages of the Linkotest Vibration Shaker Table is its wide frequency range, high acceleration, and large displacement capabilities. This enables the table to accommodate different sizes of fixtures, head expanders, horizontal slip tables, and test chambers, making it highly adaptable to meet different test standards and requirements.
Whether it’s for component vibration testing, structural vibration testing, or calibration of dynamic sensors, the Linkotest Vibration Shaker Table offers exceptional reliability, precision, and flexibility.


Roadworks Affecting Traffic
Please see below a listing of all advertised roadworks and road closures affecting traffic flow within the Inverell Shire.
NOTICE OF ROADWORKS
Roadwork notices are currently in place for the following, please click the link below for more information:
Inverell Shire Council wishes to advise that, weather permitting, upgrade works will be undertaken on the Central Plaza car park and in the adjacent area of Oliver Street, over a seven week period commencing on Monday 21 August 2017.
The undercover section of Central Plaza car park will be closed for one week starting Monday 21 August and there will be restrictions to the available spaces in the main car parking area for a 6 week period starting Monday the 28 August 2017.
Council has made provision for alternate parking on the vacant block of land on the corner of Lawrence and Oliver streets in order to limit the impact of any disruptions.
Council apologises for any inconvenience caused by these works and members of the public are requested to exercise care and consideration when travelling adjacent to the worksite.
All enquiries should be directed to Councils Civil and Environmental Services division on (02) 6728 8200.
Inverell Shire Council wishes to advise that, weather permitting, roadwork will be undertaken on the Inverell-Bonshaw Road approximately 16km north of Ashford from Wednesday 5 July 2017 and continue for 8 weeks until Wednesday 30 August 2017.
The works will be under traffic control and short delays can be expected. Members of the public are requested to exercise care and consideration when travelling through the area.
Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and for further information please contact Council’s Civil and Environmental Services Division on 02 6728 8200.
Inverell Shire Council wishes to advise that, weather permitting, works on the Bridge approaches of the Neil McCosker - Tin Tot Bridge over the Macintyre River near Graman, from 22 August 2017 until 15 September 2017. During this time there will be temporary changes to traffic conditions and a detour will be in place.
The bridge will be closed to all traffic until the 15 September 2017. A side track will remain open to traffic up to the 10 tonne load limit. Vehicles over this limit will need to detour via the Ashford Road to access the Northern side of the Macintyre River.
Members of the public are requested to exercise care and consideration when travelling through the worksite.
All enquiries should be directed to Council’s Manager Civil Engineering on (02) 6728 8200.
Disclaimer: Although every effort is made to ensure road condition information is as accurate as possible at the time it is entered, conditions can change quickly. This information should be used as a guide only. Motorists are urged to practice safe driving at all times.


The Hydropak is a rising core dry cast vibration machine that provides incredible production versatility which allows you to serve more markets. The Hydropak produces a wide variety of product shapes, sizes and types of concrete products including round pipe, oval pipe, arch pipe, box sections, precast manholes and other special shapes. The Hydropak can produce pipe in sizes up to 144″ ( 3500 mm) in 8′(2.5 m) or 12′ (3.5 m) length. Additional machine sizes are also available.
Hydropak produces quality concrete pipe with exceptional inside and outside finish.
Ability to produce PVC lined concrete pipe.
Rising Core Technology
Carries the roller distributor and internal hydraulic vibrator through the complete pipe production process resulting in the product being of exact length.
Roller Distributor Technology
Located at the top of the core distributing and consolidating the concrete evenly throughout the entire length of the form.
Internal Core Vibration
Located inside the core directly beneath the roller distributor, the hydraulic vibrator further consolidates and packs the concrete as the core moves upward in the form during the production process.
Computerized Feed Control
This optional feature provides automatic distribution chute and conveyor tracking for feeding material into various round, non-round pipe and box culvert profiles. The profiles are pre-selected per station using a display monitor connected to a programmable PLC. New profiles can be entered as needed or recalled from memory in the PLC.


Nearly 20,000 feet or more than five miles of track have been laid on Itasca County's new railway to service Essar Steel Minnesota.
County commissioners heard an update on construction activity this week during a meeting of the Itasca County Regional Rail Authority July 13. Railroad engineer Dave McKenzie with SEH Engineering provided a progress report for activity through the month of June.
"Construction is going very well," said McKenzie. "They have been laying a lot of track."
According to McKenzie's report, both earthwork contracts on package one and two are complete. These included grading on the county's 6 miles of rail line and the 2.5 miles on Essar property.
With 30 percent of the track laid, McKenzie reported that both wye (or switches) have been built, as well as four turnouts and about half of the interchange yard has been completed. McKenzie said the contractor, Railworks of Lakeville, Minn., received six carloads of rail by rail on July 2.
One "big thing" of note, said McKenzie, "between June 30 and July 1, BNSF (Burlington North Sante Fe Railroad) switched in some rail cars and reported no problems or hold ups."
McKenzie expected Railworks to be laying track on Essar property starting this week.
He said the area is very busy with construction activity and people are to take extreme caution when in the vicinity.
In other business, the authority:
• Heard a update from Itasca County Auditor/Treasurer Jeff Walker reported $36,280,108 in total expenditures to date, leaving a balance of $29,619,892 from the $65 million in state funds provided for the project.
• Approved a reduction of retainage on payments to engineering consultant AMEC from 2.5 percent to 1 percent.
"They've essentially completed their work and we have not needed their services for some time now," said Itasca County Highway Engineer Dave Christy. "There is no doubt we owe them money. This was a $2 million contract."
• Heard an update from Bryan Adams on Nashwauk Public Utilities Commission projects. Adams said the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is expected to make a decision on a route permit for the two substations and 230 kV transmission lines by July 29. He said designs for the electric distribution substations to service the crusher/concentrator and pellet/steel plant are being completed. NPUC has had conversations with Itasca County staff, Minnesota Power and Essar on possible options on ownership of the 230 kV transmission system components and substation components and how best to utilize state grant funds, according to Adams' report.
"We hope this will be determined in the next week or so," he said.
According to Adams, construction contracts have been issued to Hammerlund Construction for the pump house and to Utility Systems of America for the water/sewer line extension to the Essar site. Both contractors are in the process of mobilizing.


Baltimore Sun, December 19, 1901, page 7:
TO SEND WIRELESS MESSAGES
Company Establishing Stations At Baltimore And Washington.
That wireless telegraph messages will be transmitted between Baltimore and Washington within a week is the promise made last night by engineers of the Federal Wireless Telegraph and Telephone Company of Philadelphia. The engineers are in charge of Mr. Greenleaf W. Pickard, chief engineer of the company, and are at the Hotel Lexington. Included in the party are J. K. Huerstel, D. H. Brierley, B. C. Royal, engineers, and Bertram Royal, a wireless operator.
The tests are to be made between the station completed a short time ago, on Stafford street, in the western suburbs, and a station in Brookland, a suburb of Washington. Transmitting instruments are already in position at both stations, and receiving instruments, recently completed at the company's laboratories in Philadelphia, will be installed at the local station today.
Mr. Pickard stated last night that he was confident the tests would be successful and that within a short time the company would be transmitting commercial messages over a line from Washington to New York and including Baltimore, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Newark and Trenton. Ground for stations in all the cities named is now being secured, he said, and instruments are being manufactured in Philadelphia.
A station in the center of the city, Mr. Pickard said, would soon be erected. Wires fastened to masts are used, and two masts 150 feet high have been erected at the Stafford street station.


Our dry silo mortars are the ideal solution for your on site mortar requirements.
Quality, consistency and convenience
Our dry silo mortars are the ideal solution for your on site mortar requirements. Ensuring quality, consistency and convenience at the touch of a button. The pre blended dry mortar is mixed on demand with added water to provide instant and perfect mortar every time.
Eco-readymix use precisely controlled computer and batching systems to combine together dry sand, cement and admixtures. Once a silo is placed on site our rigid and articulated tankers deliver the dry product on to site directly into the silo in batches up to 28 tonne.
Watch our step by step user guides
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- Our Silo monitoring system provides accurate silo volumes via sonar sensor located on the top of the silo, this can be accessed via our phone.
- The app allows full control over orders, volumes in current silos and usage.
- Various sites silos can be viewed via a master user, providing in depth information into usage, spend and volumes.
- Bespoke vertical mixers make for easier cleaning, less chance of blockage and reduced maintenance.
- Top up runs on our 8 wheeler tanker mean you don’t have to order in bulk loads and smaller top ups can be made.
- Single phase electricity required to power or a minimum 25 KVA Generator.
- Our dry silo and ready to use mortars match in colour so site scan be switched to either at any point with no colour variation.
- Added air entrainer and retarder helping increase workability and reduce wastage.
- Our silos have a capacity of approx. 33 tonnes and we operate a fleet of rigid (19t) & artic (28t+) vehicles
- We will add your company logo to the silo at no extra cost (If this is required, please email us a PDF of your logo).


Spray foam insulation has gained immense popularity in recent years, revolutionizing the way we approach home insulation. From its exceptional thermal performance to its ability to create an air-tight seal, spray foam insulation offers a range of benefits that traditional insulation materials simply can’t match. Today we want to go over the top 5 reasons to choose spray foam insulation, and why it could be one of the best decision you make for your home. Whether you’re looking to enhance energy efficiency, improve indoor air quality, or increase overall comfort, spray foam emerges as a versatile solution. So, let’s explore why spray foam insulation stands out as a top choice for homeowners seeking optimal insulation performance and year-round comfort.
1. Energy Efficiency = Long Term Savings
Spray foam insulation offers unmatched energy efficiency compared to traditional insulation materials like fibreglass or cellulose. Its expansive nature allows it to fill gaps and cracks, providing a seamless barrier against heat transfer. By creating an airtight seal, spray foam effectively prevents air leakage, reducing the workload on your heating and cooling systems. This airtight seal not only prevents heat loss during winter but also blocks the infiltration of warm air during summer, maintaining a consistent indoor temperature year-round. By significantly reducing the need for constant heating and cooling, spray foam insulation helps cut down energy consumption. This translates to lower energy bills year-round and enhanced comfort inside your home. In essence, the combination of its sealing properties, thermal efficiency, and long-term economic benefits makes spray foam insulation the preferred choice for those seeking to enhance energy efficiency and lower utility expenses.
2. High R-Value: Superior Thermal Barrier
Spray foam insulation stands out for its exceptional R-value, which plays a crucial role in creating an effective thermal barrier. The R-value of insulation measures its resistance to heat flow, with higher values indicating better thermal performance. Spray foam insulation typically exhibits a higher R-value per inch compared to traditional insulation materials like fibreglass or cellulose. This superior R-value enables spray foam to create a highly efficient thermal barrier that effectively prevents the transfer of heat between indoor and outdoor environments. By forming a seamless and airtight seal along walls, ceilings, and floors, spray foam insulation helps maintain consistent indoor temperatures, regardless of external weather conditions. This not only enhances comfort levels for occupants but also leads to significant energy savings over time. Additionally, the superior R-value of spray foam insulation contributes to improved building durability and resilience. This helps mitigate issues such as moisture infiltration, condensation, and thermal bridging, which can compromise both energy efficiency and structural integrity.
3. Airtight Seal
One of the remarkable advantages of spray foam insulation is its ability to seal even the tiniest of cracks and crevices in your home. This airtight seal not only improves energy efficiency, but also enhances indoor air quality by preventing the infiltration of dust, pollen, and pollutants from the outdoors. Unlike traditional insulation materials, which can leave gaps and spaces untouched, spray foam conforms to the contours of the space, ensuring comprehensive coverage. With spray foam insulation, you can enjoy a healthier and more comfortable living environment while minimizing the risk of allergens and irritants circulating in your home. The result is a more comfortable indoor environment year-round, as well as reduced strain on heating and cooling systems.
4. Moisture Control
Spray foam insulation offers unparalleled moisture control capabilities, making it the top choice for homeowners. Unlike traditional insulation materials like fibreglass or cellulose, which can absorb moisture and become a breeding ground for mold and mildew, spray foam forms an impermeable barrier that effectively seals out moisture. Its closed-cell structure prevents water vapour from infiltrating the building envelope, thus reducing the risk of mold growth, rot, and other moisture-related damage. This moisture control is particularly beneficial in regions like Winnipeg, where extreme temperature fluctuations can lead to condensation and moisture-related issues. Additionally, spray foam insulation adheres tightly to surfaces, eliminating gaps and cracks where moisture could seep through. This airtight seal not only helps maintain indoor comfort levels by preventing drafts, but also increases the longevity of the structure by safeguarding against moisture intrusion. Whether installed in walls, attics, or crawl spaces, spray foam insulation helps prevent mold growth, rot, and structural damage, preserving the integrity of your home for years to come.
5. Environmentally Friendly
Spray foam insulation is increasingly recognized as an environmentally friendly insulation choice due to its energy-saving properties and minimal environmental impact. Its energy-saving properties help reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with constant heating and cooling, making it a sustainable choice for environmentally conscious homeowners. By forming an airtight seal and providing superior thermal insulation, spray foam helps reduce energy consumption, thus lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, spray foam contains no ozone-depleting chemicals, further minimizing it’s environmental footprint. Additionally, spray foam’s long lifespan and durability reduces the need for frequent replacements or repairs, thereby conserving resources and reducing waste. Furthermore, some spray foam formulations use renewable and recycled materials, further enhancing their environmental credentials. Overall, spray foam insulation offers a compelling combination of energy efficiency, durability, and sustainable manufacturing practices, making it an environmentally conscious choice for homeowners looking to minimize their environmental impact while maximizing energy savings.
Spray foam insulation offers a multitude of benefits that make it a superior choice for homeowners seeking energy efficiency, durability, and long-term savings. From its unmatched thermal performance to its ability to control moisture and improve indoor air quality, spray foam insulation provides a comprehensive solution for year-round comfort in Winnipeg’s extreme climate. As always, Above All strives to help our customers make informed decisions about their home. By reviewing the top 5 reasons to choose spray foam insulation, we are confident Winnipeg homeowners can make a sound decision when it comes to insulating their homes. We hope you consider spray foam insulation so you can experience the numerous advantages it has to offer your lifestyle and your home.
Contact us to get your free spray foam insulation quote, and experience all the benefits spray foam has to offer!


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Wind turbines provide a great source of renewable energy. However, like anything else, its blades undergo lots of wear and tear on an everyday basis. Each revolution produces a load or fatigue cycle which causes some minimal damage to the blades. This minimal damage may eventually lead to fatigue cracks or other similar failures.
Wind turbine blades are generally tested at laboratories to determine its fatigue strength and the characteristics for the blade’s expected life. It verifies the blade laminations are safe and that there is no chance of the laminate separating. It also ensures the blade’s integrity, and that it won’t break under continual stress.
Blade test with a linear hydraulic actuator
There are various blade test systems which test the load the blades endure with the intention to prevent potential damage. One of them has a linear hydraulic actuator testing the blade by providing it with the same amount of load it usually endures.
Here the blade’s base is mounted on a large test stand. The linear hydraulic actuator is however fit at some distance from it. It’s possible to place some loads on the blade in any direction.
This is an easy process. It is done by fixing the hydraulic actuators at the right blade position, and then adjusting the actuators so that it is in the right direction.
These blade test systems, however, use a rather big actuator. It also works with a rather complicated hydraulic system. This system has hoses and pumps which are used to make the actuator rotate the blade.
However, the test stand and hydraulic actuator are big in size, and the stand has huge concrete blocks. They collectively make it difficult to move these testing systems. Besides, they are also expensive and take some time to build and set up.
How the base excitation test system works
The Base excitation test system effectively uses base excitations or the base’s shaking movement to perform a better blade test. It works by simultaneously displacing the blade in multiple directions.
The system it doesn’t need anything specific, like a pump or actuator to work. It works just by using a motor to create an oscillatory motion and displaces the blade in the flap or edgewise direction. This system is less expensive and even faster than other traditional blade testing systems. If you are interested in a blade test system then it’s better to contact the professionals who will help you select the right system for your requirements.


Fri, 17 November 2017
Today's guest is Clifford Winston of the Brookings Institution. We discuss infrastructure, particularly roads and airports, and the incentives faced by their users. Bad incentives create congestion problems that can't be solved by simply throwing more money into infrastructure; you need to fix the incentives! Clifford's work on privatization shows how it could improve incentives and reduce the costs of congestion.
Clifford argues that self-driving cars will fix some of the problems created by bad policy. We also discuss the letter grades issued for infrastructure by the American Society of Civil Engineers and what they do and don't tell us about the quality of American infrastructure.


RETAINING WALLS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN ST CHARLES
Retaining walls offer both functional and aesthetic benefits to your property. Whether it’s to manage a slope, prevent soil erosion, create leveled areas for gardening, or simply to enhance the beauty of your landscape, retaining walls serve various purposes. At LawnBoyZ Landscaping, we provide expert retaining wall construction services in Fox Valley and the surrounding regions, including Geneva, Elburn, St. Charles, and more.
ENSURING SAFE AND DURABLE RETAINING WALLS
Safety and durability are critical when constructing retaining walls. Our team of professionals follows best practices and standards to ensure your retaining wall is built to last.
We take into account important factors such as proper drainage, soil type, and pressure levels to ensure your retaining wall will withstand the test of time and nature. We serve various regions around Fox Valley, including Batavia, Aurora, Naperville, and beyond, providing safe, durable, and beautiful retaining walls.
READY TO ENHANCE YOUR FOX VALLEY LANDSCAPE?
If you’re considering adding a retaining wall to your landscape in Fox Valley or the surrounding areas, get in touch with Lawnboyz Landscaping. Our team of experts is ready to assist you in creating a functional and visually pleasing outdoor space.


Where will it be?
Galilee Basin, 160 km north-west of Clermont, more than 300km from the Queensland coast
200km narrow gauge rail line connecting to the existing rail network and providing freight transport between the Galilee Basin and the Port of Abbot Point.
The Carmichael mine will produce 10 million tonnes of coal per annum in stage one. Coal will be transported to the Port of Abbot Point, via the 200km narrow gauge rail line that connects to existing infrastructure.
- Open cut mine
- 200km narrow gauge railway line
- Coal handling and processing plant
- Heavy industrial area
- Water-supply infrastructure
- Off-site infrastructure, including workers' accommodation
- Construction activities for mine infrastructure: mine workers accommodation village, roadworks, power and construction water supply
- Construction of the open-cut mine


Storage solution for airports
The airport hydrocarbon tank
To store JETA1 or AVGAS kerosene at your airport or aerodrome, an airport storage solution is essential. In fact, in the current context, increasing its storage capacity on the site itself or within a supply terminal makes it possible to increase its autonomy, while reducing the incidence of various hazards economic or climatic on its activity.
However, an hydrocarbon tank has its own technical specificities, in addition to your specific needs and requirements. That’s why CDE manufactures every airport storage solution according to your demands. Standard or made-to-measure, the dimensions and components of your tanks will be perfectly suited to your activity. The industrial tanks CDE dedicated to refueling can be overhead or underground, horizontal or vertical and delivered with or without pressure (according to standards NF EN 12285-1 and NF EN 12285-2 for horizontal tanks without pressure).
The fire reserve, an essential security solution
A set of professional services
Aware of the complexity and technical nature of your installations, we do everything we can to guarantee you personalized support with our dedicated technical advisers, from the design to the manufacture of your airport storage solution. In addition, to provide you with a complete and optimal service, our storage solutions transport department takes care of the delivery of your tank or your tank, to your site or your work site.
To complete your airport storage solution, CDE manufactures and equips its accessory tanks and industrial equipment on request. Whether you want a slab frame for your underground tank, an inspection chamber, a filling limiter or a bayonet gauge cover, our technical service will study with you the appropriate solution.


Charles is a consultant civil engineer. He is a Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers. He also flies aircraft for fun:
Here is his C.V.
2016 to Date – Charles Hunt Engineering Consultancy.
Post handover engineering support to Biffa West Sussex.
Technical advice to Saltdean Lido CIC.
2009 to 2016 – MWH
Provision of Project Management and Engineering Support services to Biffa West Sussex for Horsham household waste recycling facility including anaerobic digestion producing sufficient biogas for 3 x 1.4 MW generators, including management of 13km HV connection to network substation including liaison with DNO. Managed a team of specialists to provide independent review of EPC contractor’s proposals, and acted as Contract Administrator during the construction phase.
2005 to 2008 – MWH
Project manager for various water and wastewater schemes in the Southern Water area. 1 year providing technical support to Northern Ireland Water developing technical standards.
1995 to 2004 – Capita Symonds.
One year spent in Jordan developing wastewater strategy for the north-west of the country, including preliminary designs for 10 treatment plants. Management of EU to Republic of South Africa technical assistance project. Management of replacement water and gas supplies to the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Preliminary services identification and development strategy for 2012 London Olympics bid. Short term appointments to EU assessment teams for Eastern European development projects.
1989 to 2003 – Biwater Group.
Project Management and technical support to overseas projects including 1 year in Abu Dhabi on refurbishment of sewage pumping stations, and Mafraq WWTP. Project management of ?25m BOOT wastewater treatment concession of SEAPAL Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Other projects in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Nigeria and Ghana.
1987 to 1988 – TBP Ltd
Establishment and management of publishing company producing specialist leisure publication for national sale.
1985 to 1986 – Lecturer.
Willesden College of Technology
1983 to 1985 – Lecturer
1977 to 1982 – Costain Group
Construction management for a range of projects including RAF Alconbury hardened aircraft shelters, A120 Colchester bypass and Hong Kong Island Eastern Corridor.
Professional Qualification MICE 1981
BSc Civil Engineering. Birmingham 1977


Dents, cracks, holes and warped boards can turn any deck into a dangerous structure and bring down the aesthetic appeal of your property. The last thing you want to do is fall through a board that’s rotted after years of weathering.
Decks By Design is home to the knowledgeable deck repair professional you’ve been looking for. Our contractor relies on almost 25 years of experience to properly fix your deck and make sure it’s as sturdy as possible.
We take pride in offering fast repair solutions and attentive customer care. Get in touch with an accomplished deck contractor by calling 320-201-7001.
Turn heads with a gorgeous new deck from Decks By Design. For years, we’ve been a trusted resource in the Waite Park community for quality deck design and installation services. Our contractor has worked with numerous materials, including composite and concrete.
Speak with our deck building professional right away serving in Waite Park, Sauk Rapids & St. Cloud, MN and the surrounding areas.


As I have described in my previous article about non-destructive excavation so this is almost same thing which is non destructive digging the only difference in between non-destructive excavation and non-destructive digging is that a non-destructive excavation is a process for excavation on large scale like for building construction and any other large constructions which requires many excavation in order to prepare strong pillars while on other hand non-destructive digging can be done for various application for an example, an installation of a tree in your house, shop, commercial places like office and public places and industries and in gardens no matter it’s a residential or commercial garden, furthermore, non-destructive digging can also be used for an installation of street poles on which street light are fixed, non-destructive digging can also be used to installed any application which requires digging in order to get the strong bases, you might have notices that in house gardens there were some small lighting or lamps are installed for evening time to make a look so these small pillar shape requires a non-destructive digging to get installed. Well there are many other applications which needed a dig and it is an essential to get it done through non-destructive digging process.
In an addition, a non-destructive digging process is done with a very handy machine which is fully automatic. Let us discuss more about non-destructive digging machine working and process which is also the focus of our today topic and heading too. So let us take an example in order to understand the working and process of a non-destructive digging machine. Suppose you wanted to install coconut trees all around your garden and throughout your house boundary walls so it is an obvious that you do not dig down the coconut seeds to let it grow and become tree because in this case your grandchildren might get benefits and get the three as it long time and process to be grown up and become a tree, this is not kind a joke but just to clarify. However, in this example we have to install a proper living coconut trees.
Moreover, in an order to .install them we might needed to dig big holes so that a complete coconut tree’s stem and root can be taken in by the soil and make the boundary on ground. It is quite difficult to dig down by the normal procedure through labours so if we use non-destructive digging machine than it become very easy as non-destructive digging would make the desired hole in the ground without wasting soil and place the tree and set it down accordingly and then filled it again with the same soil taken out this complete process of non-destructive digging only takes ten to fifteen minutes to be completed while the same process of non-destructive digging would requires more than three to four hour and labour become tired and not get the perfection.


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Bouygues Awarded Major Work On New Tower Hamlets Town Hall
Bouygues UK has been awarded the main works contract to renovate the former Royal London Hospital site in Whitechapel into the borough’s new Town Hall.
The construction company has been carrying out preparatory work on the new Town Hall since August 2018 which has involved soft strip of the building’s interior and asbestos removal.
Bouygues UK will now remain on site and move to the main works phase. This will include maintaining all the important historical aspects of the grade II listed building, partial demolition of more recent extensions, retaining the façade of the Grocer’s wing and the development of a seven storey block at the back of the main building.
In total, there will be 26,700m2 of civic and office space plus a publically accessible ground floor featuring an Idea Store, council chamber, meeting rooms and shared spaces and a café.
The new Town Hall, which is set to open in 2022, will cost £115.4m. This has risen from £105m when the cabinet approved the project last year.
The increase has been largely due to volume of asbestos found inside all the plaster in the ceiling, walls and floors – which has to be removed. Other reasons include inflation and the uncertainty of Brexit which has added to the cost of the main contract.
The value of the main contract signed with Bouygues UK is worth £109.5m.
Tower Hamlets Mayor John Biggs said: “We are delighted to have signed a contract with Bouygues UK to deliver a new Town Hall for Tower Hamlets.
“This will be one of the most exciting projects in London. We have been able to rescue one of our most famous buildings so that it can be enjoyed by future generations not just for its history, but for the opportunities it will provide our residents.
“It will be a building for everyone to use. A place to get things done quickly with council, housing and health services under one roof, meeting rooms and spaces for the public and all in one of the best connected sites in London.
“The project remains value for money because of the benefits it will bring and the money it will save compared to now. Asbestos was widely used as a building material historically, but it was only when we did the preparatory work that we could understand the full scale of it.”
Fabienne Viala, Chairman of Bouygues UK, added: “We are very proud to have been awarded the main works contract for an historic building that will play such an important role for Tower Hamlets.
“Combining sensitive restoration with the creation of new, high-quality buildings which complement the Town Hall’s grade II listed heritage, will create a fantastic working environment for council staff and the wider community.”


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The district was planned around green transportation (as with another city known as a global beacon of green urban planning, Curitiba in southern Brazil), because, besides consumption, transportation is the hardest ecological impact of development to reduce.
cars hardly ever pass through, and car parking is not catered for. Residents who do. Up to 40 per cent of total inner-city traffic is accounted for by those searching for a parking space. However, if several people share a car, this, in turn, means fewer parking spaces are required, and urban mobility improves.
The corresponding concept here is car sharing, and there are two essential types. efficient transportation system can improve the productivity of the economy.
Transportation also has a broader role in shaping development and the environment. Policy concerns in the next millennium will increasingly focus on the effects of transportation on where people live and on where businesses locate; and on the effects that.
In the book "Sustainable Transportation: Problems and Solutions" (New York: the Guilford Press, ) author William R. Black comprehensively examines the topic of sustainable transportation, first going over what the problems are and then examining possible the book provides a good overview of the challenges inherent in establishing sustainable transportation, its several.
What is Transportation and Logistics Management. According to Wikipedia, transportation is defined as the movement of people, animals and goods from one location to another.
Modes of transport include air, rail, road, water, cable, pipeline and space. The field can be. Congestion pricing, also called value pricing, is a strategy where transportation system users are charged for their use of transportation facilities. Congestion pricing differs from the type of road and bridge tolls that have been used for years in this country to raise revenues to pay for new roads, bridges or other transportation facilities.The urban nature of Reading, coupled with good alternatives to the private car provide an ideal base to create a zonal system for parking standards.
The principle is that developments located close to public transport and local centres will require less parking than equivalent developments in less sustainable areas of the Borough. By60% of the population will be in cities, says the government.
This will put more pressure on transportation infrastructure To add to the problem, experience has shown that one model of transportation system might not work in all urban agglomerations.
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Trail maintenance can involve heavy rock work. After volunteering for a number of trail days, it was observed that the two most valuable tools are a rock bar and a rock sling. A rock bar is useful for prying and leveraging rocks short distances. A rock sling is useful for carry rocks a further distance with a group of volunteers.
Unfortunately there have been a few trails maintenance sessions where there was no rock sling available. Either it was unplanned rock work, or the owner of a rock sling was unavailable.
These slings are made of chains and chain links. After conversing with the owners about their sling construction, and getting their design plans, I decided to build one for myself.
Before construction began, a query of the web was also made for some additional plans. Four were found.
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Spartacus looked to be the most complex and expensive to build. However, it featured the most robust design for demanding needs. Clearly it was my favourite choice to design a rock sling around. As a result, a modified CANbike version of Spartacus was built with an 800 lb working load limit. Those plans have been posted.
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What do you want to be when you grow up? Have you ever thought about Civil Engineering or other areas in the transportation industry? Well this job posting is for you.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has developed a Youth Development and Mentoring Program (YDMP). This program will help high school students and recent high school graduates improve their awareness of careers in the transportation industry.
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What is an Iowa Contract Bond?
A Contract Bond or Construction Bond is required for individuals or business entities to ensure the following:
- The faithful completion of a contract in a manner that is approved by the obligee or the owner of the construction project
- To protect the obligee or compensate the obligee if needed.
Both private and government construction projects require a surety bond. In the case of government construction projects, the federal Miller Act requires that a bond is secured for projects exceeding $100,000.
The parties involved in an Iowa Contract Bond are:
Principal – This will be the contractor who will be securing the bond from the Surety Bond Company
Obligee – The Obligee is the owner of the construction project to whom the bond is secured
Surety – This will be the surety bond company that will shoulder the payment to the obligee in case the principal doesn’t fulfill his obligations
Types of Contract Bonds
A Contract Bond is further subdivided into different types. The primary contract bonds used in a construction project are as follows:
A type of surety bond wherein the surety guarantees the obligee or the construction project owner that the principal will execute the contract awarded to him.
In the case of non-compliance, if the principal abandons the project, the surety assures the construction project owner that he will be paid for the difference between the principal’s bid and the lowest amount the contract may be awarded.
The surety guarantees the obligee that the principal will fulfill his contractual duties. If the principal fails to do so, the surety will pay the obligee the performance cost’s excess amount.
The surety will assure the obligee that the principal’s construction workers, suppliers, and subcontractors will be paid. In most states, a payment bond is referred to as the Little Miller Act.
Other Types of Contract Bonds
A warranty that will cover any defective materials used in the project or substandard workmanship for one year after the project’s completion.
A guarantee that the necessary supplies needed for the construction project will be delivered on time.
A guarantee that the subcontractor will fulfill his contractual obligations to either the prime contractor, the obligee, or both.
What is the Surety Bond amount?
Both the amount of the bond and the conditions will depend on the full amount of the contract and the type of bond.
The Bid Bond amount is usually 5% up to 10% of the full contract amount. Performance bond amount, on the other hand, starts at 2.5%, while a Payment Bond’s minimum amount is 3% of the contract amount.
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How can I obtain this Surety Bond?
You must first determine the kind of bond that your client requires. Once you have established that, you must submit a bond application.
The next step would be the underwriting process. An underwriter will evaluate pertinent information such as your financial history, construction company history, and your credit score.
Once that’s been satisfied, we will execute the bond and send it to you immediately.
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ESBUILD Green Build Expo is a Shanghai's international energy-saving & advanced building materials exhibition organized for trade public once every year. This exposition is only one in China dedicated to providing green building overall solution. The aspiration to organize ESBUILD is driven by an idea to promote green building and build an environment-friendly & resource-saving society. Accredited with UFI The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry certification, the event promotes integration of resources, innovation & transformation; up-gradation of platform theme; lead building energy, green building materials, energy & water saving; development of green building technology; highlighting the industry's latest technology and development of the core value, leading role.
The next edition- ESBuild Green Building Expo 2018 is scheduled from 5-7 July 2018 at Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC), China. The exhibition will be organized in more than 15,000 square meters of exhibition area, where more than 12 pavilions will be erected and a dozen of theme forums and seminars will be hosted. Exhibitors and audience from all facets of building and construction industry will witness the treasure trove of business opportunities.
Have you also marked the date in calender and registered to attend this upcoming event? If not, get ready and make most of it. Every year, more than 1,500 representatives of green building materials brands, including Huili Group, Beixin, Smick, Owens Corning, Shanghai Building Materials Group, Canada Wood, Ganglong, Zhengtai, Aio Smith, and Ao bell, showcase the latest technology of green building materials to more than 1,01,500 visitors.
Both, national and international companies will participate in this event to display products on this interactive platform, indulge in face-to-face communication with clients, spread brand awareness in the market, facilitate sales during and after the exhibition, launch new products, find new agents and distributors. The exhibits at display are mentioned here:
Building Envelope Technology
Green Building Intelligent Comfort System
Green building Materials and Design
ESBuild Green Building Expo 2018 is ready to host visitors from China and other countries like Japan, India, Germany, France, Russia, South Korea, Canada, Malaysia, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Italy and more. The expected audience include:


Caesar software is a Pipeline Stress Analysing Software, which is used for safeguarding Vessel and Pipeline. Due to High Temperature in a pipeline there will be a thermal expansion. This software finds out the damages in thermal expansion.
CAESAR (Computer Aided Engineering Stress Analysing Reporter) is a PC-based pipe stress analysis Training program developed, marketed and sold by COADE Engineering Software. This software package is an engineering tool used in the mechanical design and analysis of piping systems. The CAESAR user creates a model of the piping system using simple beam elements and defines the loading conditions imposed on the system. With this input, CAESAR produces results in the form of displacements, loads, and stresses throughout the system. Additionally, CAESAR compares these results to limits specified by recognized codes and standards. The popularity of CAESAR is a reflection of COADEs expertise in programming and engineering, as well as COADEs education to service and quality.
To know more details about our Piping Stress Analysing Caesar II Course please visit our training institute / call 9500100966 / mail us: firstname.lastname@example.org


Each mining project is different and each site requires a full understanding of both its geotechnical and practical requirements. We work with an increasing number of clients, at various stages from PFS to construction, to maximise efficiency in planning and construction in relation to ground conditions, borrow materials, foundation and slope design, and construction monitoring.
We are involved in a broad range of projects from ports and rail in West Africa to leach floatation tanks in New South Wales. Whether scoping a new mining project or onsite construction monitoring, GGC provide timely and robust advice, information, and recommendations to suit every type of site.
Our fundamental belief is that geotechnical investigations should be undertaken to confirm the ground conditions and materials properties and behaviour, and as such we undertake investigations to target particular and project specific issues. This pragmatic approach provides value for our clients and a more robust application of geotechnical engineering. We utilise a variety of investigation techniques including hand augers, test pits, permeability testing, electric cone penetrometer testing, and boreholes.
From our geotechnical investigations we provide factual and interpretive reports to present and findings and recommendations based on the ground conditions and the proposed development.
We are frequently involved in providing onsite construction support for mining infrastructure projects. Typically, we work with the Contractors throughout the construction phase, carrying out site inspections, bulk and civil earthworks verification and testing, recommending solutions for the onsite reuse of materials, and sign off on the completion of earthworks to a geotechnical standard. We undertake footing excavation inspections, cut slope inspections, sample borrow materials, provide supervision of method specification development, and provide solutions for unforeseen ground conditions.
We also provide to the project owner (Principal), earthworks and design verfication services during the construction phase of a project.
The analysis, specification and verification of cost-effective and technically efficient foundation solutions requires a detailed understanding of the subsurface soil, rock and groundwater conditions and knowledge of soil mechanics and engineering geology principles. Our expertise can help you to optimise the foundation solutions for your project and the site-specific conditions. We can provide foundation recommendations and design input for all stages of your project and for all foundation types supporting conveyors, non-process and process mining infrastructure, wharves, jetties and ports, bridges and temporary structures (including mobile crane pads, piling rig platforms, etc).
GGC seeks to reduce geotechnical risk, design conservatism and construction costs by providing realistic and pragmatic options for our clients. GGC has a team of geotechnical engineers and engineering geologist experienced in assisting clients during the tender design process, or for design and construct projects. Our team review all available geotechnical reports, specifications, drawings, loading data etc, and create geotechnical models for the project to identify project risks and opportunities.
The breadth of our services through the tender design phase include quarry assessments, borrow material assessments, cut slope design and earthworks materials through to retaining wall design, ground improvement design and foundation design
One of the key ways to manage geotechnical risks is through ground improvement regimes. We identify, design, and verify a broad range of ground improvement techniques to develop an efficient methodology to improve foundation conditions. This could include ground stabilisation through the use of geotextiles, cement products, or remove and replace techniques.
GGC uses our experience to develop a geological model and identify the likely slope stability mechanism. We have the technical capability to undertake numerical analysis to assess the likely Factors of Safety against instability as well as identifying appropriate risk mitigation issues to address the appropriate mechanism. Our team also have the skillset to undertake the specification, construction support and verification of the slope protection system.
Geotechnical and geological consultants pty ltd operates a formal integrated management system that outlines our approach to quality assurance, health and safety and environment management. Our policy statements for quality, health and safety and environmental management can be provided on request


Pumped hydroelectricity is often considered a promising form of renewable energy. However, in Australia, it has been plagued by controversy and failure, with negative impacts on the environment, communities, and the economy.
Pumped hydroelectricity involves pumping water uphill during times of low electricity demand and releasing it downhill through turbines during times of high demand, generating electricity. The Australian government has touted it as a solution to the country's energy needs, with several large-scale projects planned or under construction. However, the reality has been far from smooth.
One of the main issues with pumped hydro in Australia is its negative impact on the environment. The construction of pumped hydro projects often involves flooding large areas of land, which can have devastating effects on ecosystems and wildlife.
The proposed Kidston pumped hydro project in Queensland would flood 1,200 hectares of land, including critical habitat for endangered species such as the yellow chat and the squatter pigeon.
The project has faced significant opposition from environmental groups, who argue that the environmental costs outweigh the potential benefits of the project.
In addition to its environmental impact, pumped hydro has also had negative effects on local communities. Many of the proposed projects are located in rural areas, where residents are concerned about the impact on their way of life. For example, the Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project in New South Wales has faced criticism from local farmers, who are worried about the impact on their land and water resources. There are also concerns about the impact on indigenous communities, who may have cultural or spiritual connections to the land affected by the projects.
Furthermore, the cost of pumped hydro projects in Australia has been a major source of controversy.
The Snowy 2.0 project, was initially estimated to cost $2 billion but has since ballooned to $5.1 billion, making it one of the most expensive energy projects in Australian history.
The cost blowouts have been attributed to a range of factors, including design changes, construction delays, and unforeseen technical issues.
Construction issues have also plagued many of the pumped hydro projects in Australia. The Kidston project, for example, has faced delays due to construction issues, and there are concerns that the project may not be completed on schedule. The Snowy 2.0 project has also faced technical challenges, including concerns about the stability of the tunnels that will house the turbines.
Finally, the poor performance of some pumped hydro projects in Australia has also been a cause for concern.
The Tumut 3 pumped hydro project, part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme, has been plagued by technical problems and has not operated at full capacity for several years.
This has led to questions about the reliability and efficiency of pumped hydro as a form of renewable energy.
In conclusion, pumped hydro in Australia has been plagued by controversy and failure, with negative impacts on the environment, communities, and the economy. While it has the potential to provide renewable energy, is it really worth the risk? And are there better alternatives out there?
Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) - https://arena.gov.au/blog/there-are-22000-possible-sites-for-pumped-hydro-storage-in-australia/
"How Hydropower Dams Impact the Communities They're Built In" from Global Change, March 3, 2022. https://globalchange.msu.edu
"Environmental Impacts of Hydroelectric Power" from Union of Concerned Scientists, March 5, 2013. https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/environmental-impacts-hydroelectric-power
"Social Impacts and Social Risks in Hydropower Programs" from United Nations, date unknown. https://www.un.org/esa/sustdev/sdissues/energy/op/hydro_cernea_social%20impacts_backgroundpaper.pdf
"New DOE report on environmental effects of pumped storage" from Hydro Review, April 28, 2020. https://www.hydroreview.com/hydro-industry-news/new-doe-report-on-environmental-effects-of-pumped-storage-hydropower/
"Why Some Environmental Advocates Oppose Pumped Hydropower Storage" from Sightline Institute, December 21, 2020. https://www.sightline.org/2020/12/21/why-some-environmental-advocates-oppose-pumped-hydropower-storage-project/


The replacement of manual level crossings on vital roads into two Kent villages could be completed by Christmas, Network Rail has said.
The operator hopes electronic gates can be installed on the line just outside Wye station, near Ashford, and further up the line at Chartham, near Canterbury, by the end of the year if road closures can be put in place.
Plans for the automation of the Wye crossing, which is currently operated by a railway worker, were explained to villagers at an information session at Churchfield Green on Saturday, September 3.
Cllr Noel Ovenden, chairman of Wye with Hinxhill Parish Council, said: “The parish council recognises that there are differences of opinion in the community.
“The information session was an opportunity for residents to share these with Network Rail and Kent County Council.”
The work in Wye will require a series of overnight road closures, which will disrupt traffic in and out of the village.
A spokesman for the track operator said: “Upgrading Wye and Chartham road crossings is absolutely vital to providing a safer and more reliable railway for our passengers and crossing users.
“Sending our people out into the road to pull gates closed against traffic, with all the risk that brings with it, is not a suitable way to be running a railway in 2022.
“Putting electronic gates in place, with proper warning lights and CCTV, is a far better solution, and also has the advantage of readily available spare parts so any problems can be fixed quickly.
“Our plans are to have both crossings converted by Christmas this year, however in Wye that depends on being able to close the crossing on certain dates to do the work, as we can’t have the road or railway open to do that work.
“We’re consulting with businesses and neighbours in the village to understand what the best option is for them.
“That said, should we not be able to achieve that aim, it could be over a year before we’re able to finish the job so we are determined to find a way to complete the work.”
Network Rail was previously fined £200,000 over safety failures which led to an employee suffering serious injuries at a manual level crossing in East Farleigh, near Maidstone.
Signaller Doug Caddell was knocked unconscious and suffered a broken neck when a car struck the gate he was in the process of closing.


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Hydropower is the use of falling or fast-running water to produce electricity or to power machines. This is achieved by converting the gravitational potential or kinetic energy of a water source to produce power.
Since ancient times, hydropower from watermills has been used as a renewable energy source for irrigation and the operation of mechanical devices, such as gristmills, sawmills, textile mills, trip hammers, dock cranes, domestic lifts, and ore mills.
In the 19th century, French engineer Benoit Fourneyron developed the first hydropower turbine. This device was implemented in the commercial plant of Niagara Falls in 1895 and it is still operating.
The growing demand for the Industrial Revolution would drive development as well. At the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in Britain, water was the main power source for new inventions such as Richard Arkwright’s water frame.
Technological advances moved the open water wheel into an enclosed turbine or water motor. In 1848, the British-American engineer James B. Francis, head engineer of Lowell’s Locks and Canals company, improved on these designs to create a turbine with 90% efficiency.
He applied scientific principles and testing methods to the problem of turbine design. His mathematical and graphical calculation methods allowed the confident design of high-efficiency turbines to exactly match a site’s specific flow conditions.
Hydropower is now used principally for hydroelectric power generation, and is also applied as one half of an energy storage system known as pumped-storage hydroelectricity.
Hydropower is an attractive alternative to fossil fuels as it does not directly produce carbon dioxide or other atmospheric pollutants and it provides a relatively consistent source of power. Nonetheless, it has economic, sociological, and environmental downsides and requires a sufficiently energetic source of water, such as a river or elevated lake.
Some disadvantages of hydropower have been identified. People who live near a hydro plant site are displaced during construction or when reservoir banks become unstable. Another potential disadvantage is cultural or religious sites may block construction.
Rain has been referred to as “one of the last unexploited energy sources in nature. When it rains, billions of litres of water can fall, which have enormous electric potential if used in the right way.”
Research is being done into the different methods of generating power from rain, such as by using the energy in the impact of raindrops. This is in its very early stages with new and emerging technologies being tested, prototyped and created. Such power has been called rain power.
One method in which this has been attempted is by using hybrid solar panels called “all-weather solar panels” that can generate electricity from both the sun and the rain.


Highways maintenance and civil engineering contractor, JPCS, has appointed a new head of business development as part of its national expansion in the highways sector. Richard Forde-Johnston of NSM joins JPCS to strengthen national business development. Richard, who has successfully managed sales growth strategies for brands such as Vodafone and Telefonica, will be based in the North of England.
“It’s great to be once again growing the JPCS team; we’re not only expanding in numbers but also in new areas across the North and South of the country. Both David and Richard’s experience in sales and growth strategies is impressive and will no doubt add substantial value to our existing highways team.”
Jenny Neville, Director
This new appointment will drive forward the JPCS offering to the highways sector and fortify the robustness of its service. Richard will also expand on JPCS’s growing reputation for the use of environmentally friendly products, such as Rejuvopatch, a cost effective and sustainable method of carrying out repairs to road defects – and Groundscrew, a sustainable alternative to concrete foundations for highway signage and street furniture. JPCS maintains highway and railway infrastructure across the UK and is also the leading installer of ground mounted solar PV foundations. The company works with clients such as Balfour Beatty, the Highways Agency, British Gas, Carillion, Eurovia and several local authorities nationwide.