Lonsdale Road, London
The Klaus ParkBoard PQ installed in a private house in central London. Installed by Double Parking Systems, giving a valuable additional parking space. This pallet system moves the cars transversely. At the touch of a button, a powerful electric motor moves the parking pallets along rails, thus giving access to the desired parking space. This enables areas such as access lanes in a parking garage to be used as additional parking spaces in an intelligent way. The ParkBoard PQ parking pallet can be shifted transversely and is available for individual vehicles. It can also be retrofitted in existing underground car parks or parking garages.


Your GPS might not be able to help with this one….
Should create quite a traffic mess for the summer vacation season on the East coast….
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/del-closes-495-bridge-column-tilt-23967851I-495 Bridge Closure in Del. to Cause Traffic Woes
DOVER, Del. June 3, 2014 (AP)
By RANDALL CHASE Associated Press
The emergency closing of an interstate bridge in Delaware because some support columns are tilted could mean major headaches Tuesday for motorists on the heavily traveled Interstate 95 corridor through the Mid-Atlantic region, officials say.
State officials ordered the closing Monday of the Interstate 495 bridge over the Christina River in Wilmington, Delaware, after discovering that four supporting columns were tilting.
The 4,800-foot bridge normally carries about 90,000 vehicles a day on I-495, which diverts traffic around the city of Wilmington and toward the Port of Wilmington. The route parallels Interstate 95, which runs through downtown Wilmington and already is heavily congested during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
"You can't take 90,000 vehicles and just shift them onto 95 and not expect to have an impact," Bhatt said. "This is an important artery for the Northeast."
Officials cautioned it's not clear just how long the bridge will remain closed while the matter is resolved.


Your roof is the most important part of your home’s exterior. Not only does it protect your home from the elements, but it can also give it some extra curb appeal. A roof that’s well maintained will say a lot about your home, and it can keep it safe from many different issues (such as water damage, mold, and mildew). Tiles and shingles are the most widely used roofing materials on the market. Both of them can give you an attractive and durable roof that will protect your home, and they can be made in a number of different ways. Yet there are differences between the two, which is why you should make an informed decision about what’s right for your home.
The Benefits of Tile Roofing
Shingles are a common option for many roofs, but concrete or clay tiles could give you an alternative that’s both visually appealing and environmentally friendly. Tile has been a popular option for many homes around the world. It has been used in roofing for more than a hundred years, so it’s been around for much longer than asphalt shingles. The weight and strength of tile can increase your roof’s endurance. While most modern homes can support a tile roof, there are lightweight options available. A tile roof can last for up to a hundred years before you need a replacement, and most manufacturers offer a 50-year warranty.
Concrete tiles are durable and can protect your home for a long time, especially when you compare them to other roofing options. But people can often confuse concrete tiles with clay. While they have a similar look, there are some important differences between the two. Concrete tiles can last for the entire lifespan of the structure itself, and it has a Class A fire rating. It also offers high resistance to wind and hail.
Clay can have many of the same benefits as concrete, but they weigh more. So if you want to install a clay tile roof, you need to make sure that your home can support the extra weight. You may have to add support beams before they can be installed. The advantage of clay tile is that it can come in a number of colors, styles, and textures that can work with any architectural style.
The Advantages of Asphalt Shingles
Unlike concrete or clay tile, asphalt shingles are easier to install. Most of them have tabs that overlap each other, so they can be nailed down and sealed. Felt underlayment is placed underneath, which is all you need to keep it properly sealed — that is if the roof deck is in good condition. They’re also less expensive than tile, which can be an advantage if you’re on a budget. Their lightweight reduces the need for additional support on the roof deck. The petroleum base in asphalt makes this material water-resistant, but it won’t last as long as concrete or clay tiles. They can, however, reflect heat, which can reduce your energy costs.
If you want more information about the differences between shingle and tile roofing, be sure to speak to someone at Bayfront Roofing and Construction. We would be happy to speak with you!


1 edition of Urban land use change & modernization found in the catalog.
Urban land use change & modernization
V. Setty Pendakur
by University of British Columbia School of Community & Regional Planning in Vancouver, B.C
Written in English
Includes bibliographical references.
|Other titles||Urban land use change and modernization : from gas station to seven-eleven twenty-four hour video mini-complexes|
|Statement||Pendakur, Spitale, Krajczar.|
|Series||U.B.C. planning papers -- no. 24|
|Contributions||Spitale, Lisa M., Krajczar, Karolyn W., University of British Columbia. School of Community and Regional Planning.|
|LC Classifications||HT178C22 V36 1987|
|The Physical Object|
|Pagination||ii 26 leaves :|
|Number of Pages||26|
Rates, trends, causes, and consequences of urban land-use change in the United States iv, p. (OCoLC) Online version: Rates, trends, causes, and consequences of urban land-use change in the United States. Reston, VA: U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, (OCoLC) Material Type. Land Change Modeler has been run to model land use and land cover changes in Bahir Dar area and to predict future urban land use changes. To achieve this, four model variables that explain urban growth and six land cover transitions were incorporated in the modeling process.
relationships between urbanization and rural land use are maintained, rural land use and resources are degraded, or under which the rural community and rural land use are simply undermined are explored. Specific impacts are analyzed in more detail, i.e. agricultural land use and resources, and the complex phenomenon of the rural community. Have some relevance Now due to urban renewal schemes and changes in society, high income residential areas often exist close to the CBD Modern cities are expanding beyond these models- Urban Sprawl Exam Question Examine briefly one theoretical model which attempts to explain the development of land use zones in a developed world city. (30 marks).
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Changes in landscape metrics in by: Therefore, land use patterns may be essential factors in determining landscape stability and should have the attention of land use planners. The simplest example of manipulating landscape stability by pattern is the contour arrangement of land parcels to prevent soil erosion.
Ashantha Goonetilleke, Jane-Louise Lampard, in Approaches to Water Sensitive Urban Design, Introduction. The increasing conversion of rural land use into urban land use is a common phenomenon in most parts of the world because of perceived benefits of urban living as opposed to rural living.
Urbanization involves the outward expansion of population centers. Book. Full-text available Frequent land-use changes in urban areas require an efficient and dynamic approach to reform and update detailed plans by re-arrangement of surrounding land.
This edition explores the societal context of land use planning and proposes a model for understanding and reconciling the divergent priorities among competing stakeholders. It explains how to build planning support systems to assess conditions, evaluate policy choices, create visions, and compare scenarios.5/5(1).
Over the past years, changes to the Nation's urban areas have been dramatic. Changes that have occurred relate both to the location of urban centers, as well as to the spatial extent of land dedicated to urban uses. Urban areas at the beginning of the 19th century were located primarily along major rivers or bodies of water, as waterways provided the most efficient.
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Land Use Changes: Economic, Social, and Environmental Impacts JunJie Wu JEL Classifications: Q24, Q28 M ajor land–use changes have occurred in the United States during the past 25 years. The total area of cropland, pastureland and rangeland decreased by 76 million acres in the lower 48 states from towhile the to.
Urban sprawl is one of the most important types of land-use changes currently affecting Europe. It increasingly creates major impacts on the environment (via surface sealing, emissions by transport and ecosystem fragmentation); on the social structure of an area (by segregation, lifestyle changes and neglecting urban centres); and on the economy (via distributed production, land.
summarizes key principles and practices for effective planning, particularly land use and transportation planning. Effective planning takes into account diverse perspectives and impacts, allowing decision-makers to identify and implement the most effective ways to achieve goals.
A vision without a plan is just a dream. Urban structure, land use, and land cover analysis are among of the primary problems of urban planning.
The paper analyses the structure of land cover. Urban Land Institute, founded ULI is the oldest and largest network of cross-disciplinary real estate and land use experts in the world. ULI is its members —delivering the mission, shaping the future of the industry, and creating thriving communities around the globe.
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Population, Land Use, and Environment: Research Directions offers recommendations for future research to improve understanding of how changes in human populations affect the natural environment by means of changes in land use, such as deforestation, urban development, and development of coastal zones.
It also features a set of state-of-the-art. A peer-reviewed journal that reports contemporary activities in planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of air, highway, and urban transportation, and the pipeline facilities for water, oil, and gas.
Specific topics cover airport and highway pavement maintenance and performance; management of roads and bridges; traffic management technology; construction. In recent years, models of land-use change and urban growth have become important tools for city planners, economists, ecologists, and resource managers.
In most models, future land-use changes are forecasted based on past development pattern and expansion to periphery. While today, metropolitan areas employ smart-growth strategies.
The main. Currently, urban land use changes to urban land use in terms of thematic information extraction, information extraction methods commonly used feature has the following two: First, visual interpretation methods, such as remote sensing using two-phase image of the city dynamic monitoring of land use, human-computer interactive method.
techniques have already shown their importance in mapping urban land use/land cover, urban growth trends and to monitor the changes in land use /land cover (Pathan et al. Monitoring land-use changes is essential for local and regional level planning studies in order to assess urban development trends.
Climate change and farmers’ adaptation A case study of mixed - farming systems in the coastal area in Trieu Van commune, Trieu Phong district, Quang Tri province, Vietnam Le Thi Hong Phuong, Hue University of Agriculture and Forestry, Viet Nam master thesis in rural Department of Urban and Rural Development.
Urban growth boundaries. The urban growth boundary is one form of land-use regulation. For example, Portland, Oregon is required to have an urban growth boundary which contains at le acres (81 km 2) of vacant onally, Oregon restricts the development of farmland.
The regulations are controversial, but an economic analysis concluded that farmland. Hydrology for urban land planning; a guidebook on the hydrologic effects of urban land use,United States Geological Survey, Geological Survey Circular, Number United States Geological Survey.
Urbanization impacts the environment through the strain of resources, including food, water, energy and the land itself, which increases as the population within the urban area increases. As the resources within a particular urban area are depleted, the area is expanded to accommodate further population growth and provide access to greater.International experts examine the effects of urbanization and economic globalization on land use and offer new insights to advance understanding and sustainable practice.
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LED AERODROME LIGHTING
Today runway airport lighting systems are equipped with basically the same incandescent light bulb technology that was invented by Thomas Edison more than hundred and thirty years ago, which is vastly inefficient.
As a solution to the problem airports have begun to install light emitting diodes (LED’s) as runway edge lights and taxiway lights, in hope to increase safety and reduce costs of runway operation. LED’s are the most energy efficient of all lighting systems. Furthermore, LED lights last for up to 100 000 hours.
This results in airport and helipads which are brighter (therefore safer and easy to spot), and cheaper to run and replace and that last a lifetime. That sounds like a great idea.
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MANILA – Some 30.55 percent of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) is already complete, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Undersecretary for Railways Timothy John Batan said on Tuesday.
“Despite the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, again, back-to-back to back major milestones were still realized despite all odds,” Batan said during an inspection of the MMSP’s Valenzuela depot.
He said 576 out of the 6,400 tunnel rings needed for the partial operability segment of the MMSP have been completed, with more underway at the MMSP’s 7.5-hectare fabrication yard in Norzagaray, Bulacan.
The DOTr has acquired 197,000 square meters of land and 585 structures from 324 property owners as part of the project’s right-of-way acquisition.
Despite this, he said there has been no “forced eviction resettlement” of the 183 informal settler families affected by the project through the help of the Valenzuela City government.
Through a right-of-way agreement signed with the Department of National Defense – Armed Forces of the Philippines (DND-AFP) in December 2020, he said the MMSP will make use of 50,000 square meters of DND-AFP land, with an additional 60,000 square meters of land for tunneling works, and additional 55,000 square meters of land for temporary works.
“This partnership forged between the DND-AFP and DOTr, under the leadership of Secretary [Delfin] Lorenzana and Secretary [Arthur] Tugade, will not only enable DOTr to fast track its access to construction and work sites needed for the subway but will also give DND and the AFP a fair and recurring source of resources,” Batan said.
He said the first two out of 25 tunnel boring machines to be used in the project arrived in February 2021 while the PHP66 billion contract for the MMSP’s electromechanical systems has been awarded to Mitsubishi Corporation in October 2021
The PHP27 billion contract for 240 subway train cars was awarded to the J-Trec-Sumitomo Joint Venture in December 2020.
“With today's inspection of the MMSP, we are showing how decades of ‘plan, plan, plan,’ how decades of ‘drawing, drawing, drawing,’ and how decades of talk, talk, talk’ have changed to ‘Build, Build, Build,’” Batan said.
The MMSP will be the country’s first underground railway system and will provide mass transit in the National Capital Region (NCR)—from Valenzuela City to FTI in Taguig City, Parañaque City, and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City, and will further extend to the north and south of NCR.
With 17 stations—two of which are interoperable with the North-South Commuter Railway line—the MMSP is seen to reduce travel time between Quezon City and NAIA from one hour and 10 minutes to just 35 minutes. (PNA)


Man and machine make a great team and this is no more evident than when man is faced with a larger-than-life task where a crane is his best friend. Depending upon the nature of your job, there are many types of cranes to meet your needs. One frequently used type is the overhead bridge crane.
This crane is available in two standard styles: namely, single girder bridge crane and double girder bridge crane. When headroom is of no concern, the most money-friendly option is the single girder. Providing the most economical service of electric cranes, there are two choices in this style- Top Running and Underhung.
A Top Running single girder’s bridge beam rests on the end truck and features an underhung hoist: whereas the Underhung crane also features an underhung hoist but is different with its construction of hanging from an end truck. The Underhung crane’s end truck is located below the runway beam where it is housed along with the underhung hoist. Of the two choices, Underhung is the most popular.
To determine the right one for you, consider your required capacity. With a capacity of 1 ton and up to 20 tons, the single girder features wide flange girders of up to 75 feet and spans of 60 feet. For a smaller capacity job, consider the 5 to 10 ton with 25 feet lift and spans up to 60 feet. This smaller model entices buyers with its quick ship guarantee offered by ProservCrane to be delivered within 3 weeks.
On the other hand, the double girder has a lot to offer. With an increased capacity at more than 15 tons and spans of over 60 feet, this crane is available in a four-wheel or eight-wheel bogie configuration. As with the single model, A4 dual drive is standard with a tubular steel frame and end plates that provide rail sweeps and are enhanced with shock-absorbing bumpers. Depending upon the demands of your job, the double girder can be ordered with up to Class “E” service. This enables a capacity as high as 250 tons, reaching lengths of 180 feet.
Some additional features include the enclosed or open cab option with or without heating and air conditioning. Line and load reactors, radio control, bridge alarm and a rotating beacon are available as well.
Again, the right overhead bridge cranes depends on your job’s needs. If CMAA Class “C” and “D” will do the job, then check out the single girder crane. When Class “E” is necessary, look into the double girder.


Reasons for Sealing
First you need to understand what asphalt is made up of. Granite stones, sand, and tar are the 3 main products in asphalt. The tar in asphalt is like the glue that holds the sand and stones together. When the tar is exposed to the sun, it oxidizes and becomes hard and brittle and the asphalt is more prone to cracking. A sealed driveway stays cleaner and ice doesn’t bond to the surface as much because the pores are sealed. It is also resistant to petroleum spills. A sealed driveway looks much nicer than a gray oxidized one.
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Please view below the different methods used by Thermo-Floor UK Limited to achieve excellent results when using Underfloor Heating Concrete. The types used are Concrete Slabs For Wire Mesh, Expansion Joints and Movement Joints.Contact Us...
The sub-floor is laid with rigid thermal insulation boards which reduce downward heat losses and provide a base on which to fix the underfloor heating tube. The floor edge is fitted with perimeter insulation which provides a barrier against perimeter heat losses and allows for expansion and contraction of the screed. The clip rail panels are laid over insulation and secured with fixing staples. The pipe is inserted into the clip rail and connected to the manifold, relevant tests are carried out to ensure system integrity and screed is laid over the top. NB: Heated screed or concrete floors will expand and contract slightly during use, the edge insulation is normally sufficient to take up this movement. In some instances and dependent on the desired floor finish (marble, stone, tile) screed expansion joints will be required.
Heated screed or concrete floors will expand and contract slightly during use and with a floor finish of tile, marble or stone screed expansion joints will be required. Thermo-Floor polyethylene pipe is made to withstand this movement however pipes that pass through the movement joint are covered with conduit sleeves as a safety precaution.
Movement Joint -If there is the requirement the underfloor heating pipe work must run across movement joints in a structural floor slab, a conduit sleeve is fitted to the pipe to allow sufficient movement.


The soil as a source of energy
The ground below our feet can be used as a medium for sustainable energy storage and supply. During the warmer summer months, the excess heat within buildings can be channelled into the permeable subsoil layers (‘aquifers’) where it is stored and then retrieved for use in the colder winter months. Conversely, the winter cold can be stored and used for interior climate control (air conditioning) during the summer. The soil thus becomes an energy storage medium. This system of heat-and-cold storage is a Dutch development.
An underground heat-and-cold storage system offers a very interesting option for sustainable new-build and redevelopment projects. Buildings are heated by means of a ‘heat pump’ which draws energy from the groundwater and raises the temperature of circulating water to the required level, usually around 22 degrees Celsius, by means of heat exchangers. The heated water is then pumped into the building in question (which may be either residential or non-residential). During the summer, the system can be reversed, whereby cold water is used to ensure a moderate interior climate. The technology is particularly suitable for use in well-insulated and compact buildings.
The heat pump itself can be powered by either electricity or gas. It must be of appropriate capacity to provide the required basic output: it must not be too big or too small. Various sustainable energy sources can be used: heat from the subsoil, the warm return air output of a ventilation system, outside air, surface water, etc.
There are currently two types of storage system: the open system (which draws heat energy from aquifers) and the closed system (which incorporates underground heat exchangers). For technical – and often legal – reasons, it is necessary to ensure an energy balance between the heat and the cold that is stored and subsequently used.
Unique Selling Points
• This is a tried-and-tested technology which has been used in many projects over the course of many years. Europe’s largest energy storage project is at Eindhoven University of Technology.
• The major advantage of energy storage is that it provides both sustainable heating and sustainable cooling. This enables significant reductions in energy consumption to be achieved, thus greatly reducing the payback period, which is typically between one and seven years, depending on a number of variables.
• The system is readily assimilated into its surroundings. Being underground, it does not detract from the aesthetic quality of a building or area, and it does not produce noise or smells.
• The system can be installed in both new-build projects and renovations.
Interior heating accounts for almost 80% of energy consumption in both residential and non-residential buildings. In the Netherlands, energy consumption by (non sustainable) air-conditioning systems continues to rise year on year. A heat and cold storage system can achieve a reduction in fossil fuel usage of between 40-70%, and therefore also greatly reduces CO2 emissions. In the case of a direct cooling system which draws on the groundwater, the energy saving can be as high as 90%.
Market parties and research institutes
Arcadis, De Bam-Ruiter, Deerns, DHV, DWA, Ecofys, Eneco, ETP, Forteck, Haijtema, Geocomfort, Grontmij, GTI, Halmos Adviseurs, IF Technology*, Ingenieursbureau Linssen, Nuon, Schreuder Group, Tauw, Techniplan, TNO Built Environment, Valstar Simones, A. de Jong Group (NB This list is not comprehensive)
Best-practice reference projects in the Netherlands
• Office buildings: Rijkswaterstaat (Utrecht), TU Eindhoven, T-Mobile (The Hague), ING Bank (Amsterdam), Nike (Hilversum), Shell (Amsterdam), Kender Thijssen (Veenendaal), Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam)
• Schools: Eindhoven Campus, Hogeschool Leeuwarden
• New-build residential developments: Bavel, Overhoeks (Amsterdam), Paleiskwartier (Den Bosch), Broekpolderweg (Beverwijk)
• Hospitals and hotels: UMC Utrecht, Huis ter Duin (Noordwijk), Kurhaus (Scheveningen)
• Business premises: Larenstein (De Bilt), Maaldrift II (Wassenaar), many glasshouses, Wavin (Hardenberg), IKEA (Duiven and other locations)
Potential obstacles to international business
• Experiences of foreign parties in projects to date (confidence, etc.).
• Approval for use of groundwater as storage medium.
• Combination of technical, legal and economic factors which must come together. Geology, and in particular the presence of suitable aquifers, largely determines the possibility of underground energy storage. This said, there would appear to be good possibilities in large parts of Europe, Asia and elsewhere.


Facilities Planning & Construction (FACPC)
Facilities Planning and Construction (FACPC) is responsible for Capital Project Planning and Construction ranging from major building and facilities construction to installation of new equipment and small renovation projects. (FACPC) consists of two units:
- This unit provides strategic campus planning and programming for existing and future facilities.
- This unit implements all construction projects from design through construction to occupancy.
University Planning assists the University Officers, and academic and administrative
departments in the decision-making process as it relates to the physical environment of the
campus. They determine the most effective approach i.e., renovation, adaptive reuse,
building addition, new construction, or combination) to meet space needs. They developing
the scope, schedule, and budget for all capital projects and securing approvals necessary
to initiate project. Additionally they manage systems that track the University’s space
assets for the Central, Athletic and West campuses.
For more information please call Gerri Lindsay at 432-8407.
Major Projects provides the oversight and management for capital
projects approved by the University in the Central and Science areas.
This management includes the coordination of the design phases of the
projects, usually administering the work of architectural and
engineering design consultants. The effort continues through
the construction phase, overseeing the activities of the outside
contractors and construction managers. The responsibility of this
division typically ends with the commissioning of the construction,
and the turn-over of the new or renovated facilities to the operating
departments and divisions of the University.
For more information please contact:
Dave Parnigoni, Director of Major Projects 432-8407
Contract Administration and Project Metrics
The Project Management group has responsibility for small projects and some mid-size projects
(except those at the School of Medicine). This group establishes the scope, budget, and schedule
for these projects through an expedited process called formulation. They then manage
the project through design, construction, and closeout.
For more information please contact one of the following numbers based on the project's campus location:
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Contract Administration manages and advances the technical databases,
quarterly results metrics tracking, monthly reporting, master scheduling and other
technical tools that directors, program managers, project managers and planners
utilize on a regular basis.
In addition this unit has responsibility for the Construction Administration
Department providing maintenance and retention of master contracts, project conditions,
general requirements, bidding requirements, forms of agreement, and other related documents
and formal provisions.
For more information please contact Robert Corbett, Dir Major Projects at 436-4105.
Construction & Renovation
The mission of Yale School of Medicine Facilities Planning & Construction (YSM FACPC) is to enhance the Yale School of Medicine's ability to achieve its future by providing high functioning, efficient and appropriate facilities. We achieve high quality results through dedicated service, team work and courtesy. School of Medicine Facilities


Text description provided by the architects. Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province, is experiencing ongoing growth. According to current estimates, the metropolis on the Yellow River will have over 11 million inhabitants by 2020. In order to prepare for this development, a new railway station has been built in recent years to the east of the city to create a central traffic interchange.
View from the west. Image
The new buildings by gmp close off an urban design axis to the west, an axis that leads from the new railway station towards the city center. Like an entrance door to the city, the high-rise buildings form a vertical counterpoise to the horizontal building of the railway station. A plaza between the towers forms a linking element. Owing to their height of 284 meters, the twin towers are significantly higher than the other high-rise buildings in the vicinity and, as identity-creating buildings in the skyline of Zhengzhou, are visible from afar.
Sky Lobby. Image
The 63 stories of the Greenland Towers accommodate mostly offices. One tower comprises about 232,000 square meters—a comparatively large area for a high-rise building of this height, which is due to the very large area per floor of 4,000 square meters. This makes it possible to flexibly divide the floor area of each floor into up to 15 units.
View of facade. Image
At their base, both towers have to their side L-shaped plinth buildings that accommodate commercial functions. By separating the towers from the plinth buildings, there is unrestricted access to the lobbies of the towers from all sides. Almost 12,000 people cross the foyer of each tower every day on their way to the upper floors.
Swimming pool in the spa. Image
In plan, the layout of the towers has been arranged offset in windmill fashion around the square core of the building. All offices benefit from natural ventilation via concealed openings in the facade profiles. With the sky lobbies on every eighth floor, the office towers have prestigious areas in the vertical that can be used in many different ways by the local companies. An unusual feature in a high-rise building of this size is that the employees are given the opportunity to use an outside terrace at high level and, from here, to enjoy the view across the cityscape of Zhengzhou.
The top stories of the Greenland Towers accommodate the eight-story Sky Atrium, which is reserved for exclusive functions: the co-called “Sky Commerce” with restaurants, shops, and a spa extends across three floors next to the atrium. Luxurious offices in the north tower and exclusive club facilities and apartments in the south tower make up the uppermost floors of the towers. With the Sky Atrium, an attractive public venue has been created for art exhibitions and concerts, thus enriching vertical urban life in China with a new attraction at a height of 240 meters.
Staircase in „Sky Atrium“ . Image
Illumination by night. Image © Jianghe Zeng
Zhengzhou, Henan, China
Meinhard von Gerkan, Stephan Schutz, Nicolas Pomranke
Competition project management
Competition design team
Jan Deml, Amelie Neusen, Michael Reiss, Susan Schwarz, Sabine Stage, Jochen Sultrup, Thilo Zehme, Bin Zhou
Detail design project management
Niklas Veelken, Jens Weiler
Detail design team
Markus Busch, Ping Cao, Lan Chen, Yue Chen, Andrew Davis, Jan Deml, Christian Dorndorf, Johannes Erdmann, Kuno von Hafen, Boyan Kolchakov, Lin Lin, Fernando Nassare, Kristin Schoyerer, Elsa Tang, Thilo Zehme, Zhou Bin
Partner practice in China
TJADRI Group, Co., Ltd., Shanghai
ZMG China, Jianghe Zeng


This Transit Website is a database-driven information exchange, allowing transit agencies and the general public to access data related to transit, transit planning, and FTA Section 5310 and 5311 programs. This site allows users to query information, run reports, update agency data and contact information, search their Transportation Planning Region for information, and a whole lot more...
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Lanark Public Library - Hart Garage Building Adaptive Re-Use
The Lanark Public Library currently operates out of an extremely crowded, shared space with the Lanark City Hall in north western Illinois. PHN is working with the Lanark Public Library to explore the possibility of converting a former Chevrolet dealership in the downtown area into a new Library.
PHN staff worked closely with the Library Director, Library Board, and the Library's building consultant to develop a plan to transform a dated garage into a state-of-the-art new Library. The building's facade will be given new life in an economical manner through a creative synthesis of existing and new materials. Inside, the garage's wide-open space creates a wonderful blank canvas for a new Library. PHN developed a plan for a new 3,600 square foot library space with dedicated Adult, Young Adult, and Children's Services areas, computer and technology areas, and areas for lounge and study seating. The plan was carefully developed to ensure that the entire facility can be supervised by one individual at the circulation and reference desk.
By re-using a currently vacant building, Lanark Public Library is sustainably using existing community resources and eliminating many of the environmental impacts of new building construction. Sustainable features such as occupant-sensing lighting, low-VOC finish materials, FSC certified wood, locally harvested and manufacturered building materials, and high recycled content / rapdily renewable materials are being considered throughout the project. Furniture selected for the project will be Greengaurd certified wherever possible.
As part of our scope of work, PHN is developing detailed cost estimates for the work. As some of the interior finish work may be completed with volunteer forces, PHN has identified required infrastructure improvements and possible phased improvements separately to assist the Library in planning and budgeting for their new facility.
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10 Frequently Asked Questions Answered About Wet Basements
Some basements are partially or fully underground. Others are more above grade. Either way, a basement should not be eternally wet. This will be especially true if the area is finished off into living space.
1. What are the signs of a wet basement?
There are some signs of a wet or damp basement. You might notice damp, musty smells; these smells may even migrate to the floors above. There are be signs in the basement of mildew or mold. Water stains may be present. Concrete blocks or concrete can show signs of efflorescence, indicating the seepage or wicking of water.
2. What exactly is efflorescence?
When porous material gets wet, a salt can move to the front of the material, forming a coating. The masonry will appear to have a whitish fluffy appearance. The tricky part is that the efflorescence may be cosmetic, or it may indicate structural problems. Issues may develop of the process is breaking down the concrete or masonry on which it grows.
3. What are the primary causes of a wet basement?
Leaks or breaks from inside pipes are a source of moisture. Overflows from fixtures above can also intrude into the lowest level of the home. Floods or heavy rains can be problematic, especially if drain pipes overflow or drainage and grading are inadequate. But excess humidity can be the culprit as well.
4. What problems can a wet basement cause?
High moisture content or standing water can lead to mold growth. As mold feeds on organic building materials such as wood and the paper on the insulation, mold can deteriorate any material it feeds on. As discussed earlier, the foundation of a home can be severely affected as well. If water gets into the masonry joints and temperatures are not controlled, freezing and thawing can move foundation walls over time. Wet insulation is failed insulation, and corrosion around pipes can lead to joint failure and water damage.
5. Can a wet basement create problems for my living spaces?
Yes, they can. The loss of structural integrity in the joists, beams below can endanger the home above. Subflooring installed over the joists is a base for the flooring above, and warping or disintegration of the subfloor will affect any flooring installed over it. The air quality of the home can be diminished. As much as 50% of the air from a basement can enter the first floor of a house. This air may contain contaminants. Energy costs are also a consideration.
6. Are basements with dirt floors more susceptible to being wet?
Yes. This is because water can wick up through the dirt. Even if there is no standing water present, the air can become saturated with moisture and damage building materials. Rising levels of groundwater during times of flooding and severe rain can increase problems.
7. What are some options for drying my basement?
The EPA states that controlling moisture in the basement is critical. They suggest using moisture, resistant building materials. Also, monitor the relative humidity in the basement. Make sure that grading and drainage systems keep water away from the foundation. Dehumidifiers and sump pumps are also a good idea.
8. Where can I check in my basement for water problems?
Check around the pipes for even small leaks or holes. Pay special attention to joints. Look for efflorescence, mold, mildew, and staining anywhere. Notice smells. Look around the perimeter of the basement where the foundation walls meet the floor.
9. What is involved in basement waterproofing?
Any holes or cracks in masonry should be filled in. Dirt floors can be covered with a vapor barrier. Specially formulated paints can be applied to walls. Waterproofing can require more costly repairs, however. Sometimes earth around the home needs to be pushed aside so that waterproofing can be applied to outside foundation walls. Drainage and grading may need to be adjusted to keep water flow away from home. Probably a homeowner should employ the services of a reputable waterproofing company. They will have the qualifications, equipment, and experience to diagnose problems and employ effective solutions.
10. Is waterproofing done inside or outside of the home better?
The EPA suggests that waterproofing materials applied to the outside foundation walls are the most effective. Water is kept from entering the basement area in the first place using this technique. Landscaping materials can be used to enhance drainage around the outside of the house as well. This would be a benefit because high relative humidity will be easier to control, and water removal costs will be limited to internal water intrusion.


Just 27 soil samples from a 100-acre site met the owner’s criteria for economic feasibility and satisfied the federal and state environmental regulators
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A 100-acre site had received fill material for nearly 25 years–since the late 1960s. The majority of the fill came from large operators who had total deposits of 10,000 to 200,000 yards. The materials were trucked to the site in loads of 10 to 20 cubic yards each and deposited at different places at different times. The source of the fill material in any given area of the site was not known.
Because it was a well-known land mass and had received a large quantity of fill, the site was investigated by the Technical Assistant Team of the EPA.
- The investigation resulted in the discovery of zones of waste oil contaminated soil in the fill material deposited at the site.
The owner was directed to conduct an environmental site assessment to determine the presence of hazardous waste. The EPA suspected that hazardous oil refinery waste was included in the fill material.
The owner was understandably concerned about the cost of complying with the environmental regulatory agencies’ request.
- For economy, he needed a site sampling and analysis plan that would utilize the minimum number of samples possible and yet still meet the close scrutiny of the federal and state regulatory agencies.
Harris & Lee Environmental Sciences, LLC developed a cost-effective plan that satisfied the criteria of the environmental regulatory agencies. The plan was designed to collect the minimum number of samples adequate to allow accurate and precise measurement of the chemical properties of the fill material. If the measurements were accurate (free of error) and precise (repeatable), they would meet regulators’ requirements for statistically reliable estimates of conditions at the site.
- Data supplied by the regulatory agencies was used to calculate and estimate the characteristics of a typical “hot spot.”
- Next, statistical analysis was performed to estimate “consumer’s risk” and to establish the mathematical probability of not finding the typical “hot spot.”
- Additional analysis estimated the probability of a “hot spot” existing even if none were found through sampling and the mathematical probability of finding an existing “hot spot.”
- Together with the application of standard statistical methods, these analyses allowed determination of the adequate and reasonable number of samples.
The plan ultimately proposed by Harris & Lee Environmental Sciences called for collection of just 27 samples from the 100-acre site.
- The plan met the owner’s need for economic feasibility and satisfied the federal and state regulatory agencies’ criteria for the environmental assessment of the site.


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Our farmhouse had never known a bathroom; it only had the most rudimentary plumbing. As I said, we found when digging up the north side of the house and repairing the foundation that one pipe had been brought to the house to bring water to the kitchen sink, but that had been disconnected by the time we arrived. The story of the installation of our septic system is a great one since it exhibits God’s kindness to us that has been evident at every phase of our Clanstead’s development.
Dennis was our septic guy. Before we bought the Clanstead, he came and gave us an estimate: “$5,000, if we don’t hit rock ledge.”
“What if we do?” I asked.
“Then, we’ll have to blast, and that could run into all kinds of money,” replied Dennis.
The way our land fell, Dennis said that we’d have to take our main waste pipe due south down the old farm road about 200 feet. There, he would dig the three 100-foot long trenches that would disperse our waste water. The challenge was that the land actually rose from our back door for about 40 feet, then fell slowly to where Dennis wanted to dig the septic field. There was our knob to the west, and it slopes down to the south, parallel to the proposed run of pipe down to the septic field. Dennis guestimated that we’d dig a trench about eight feet deep in order to slope it from the septic tank just outside the house to the septic field 200 feet away. This was why the possibility of blasting was raised: none of us could tell what we’d find once we started to dig up the old farm road.
Dennis first did a perk test. This cost $500 up front, separate from the installation charge. A perc test is done to determine if the waste fluids from your septic water will be readily absorbed by the ground around the septic field. The excavator digs a series of holes, and then takes some hours of observation while filling them with water. Then, the health inspector verifies that there is no standing water in the holes after a day or two. You see, if the water table is too close to the ground’s surface, the wastes will not dissipate in the ground as they should, but will instead be carried through underground streams to contaminate the water table. So, you can’t just put a septic system anywhere.
Because we had an unusually wet April, it was May before Dennis could perform the test, because the wetly saturated ground would not show accurately whether or not it would drain before then. I was nervous about whether or not we would pass, but we did. This was a great relief, because in our state you have to have a septic system in order to legally have running water in the house. One is not allowed to drain even gray water onto open ground, or into a leach field. If we couldn’t put in a septic field, we couldn’t have modern plumbing in our house.
There was only one way to keep from buying trouble. “Lord,” I prayed, “You knew that someday we would move here and need to dig under this ground in order to do what we intend to her for Your glory. Please let there be no rock ledge here, or else provide for our needs to pay the extra if there is, I pray. In Jesus’ name.” We told Dennis to go ahead and dig.
Again, we had to wait. While other renovations took place (see other posts in this category), we waited for a potty to pee in, and continued to use the leaning, two-seater outhouse. Finally, in June, Dennis arrived. (It happened that we were also building a cross fence, framing the new walls of both north addition and south addition, and working on the Dancing Lawn that weekend, so the septic installation was part of a four-ring circus, as you’ll see in some of these pictures!)
Next, a huge truck arrived, bearing the cement septic tank. A crane was used to lift the septic tank into the hole.
It was then leveled.
Then, Dennis began to dig the trench to the septic field.
As it turned out, the depth of the trench turned out to be more like twelve feet at its deepest, not eight! Dennis’ wife was his assistant, and got right into that trench in order to hold the marker used by the laser-powered leveling tool.
At one point when she was in the trench measuring, Dennis saw that a snake was wiggling his way down the trench towards his wife. It looked like a copperhead! Dennis tried to get her out, but could not. He therefore grabbed a shovel and pinned the serpent with it. He looked at me: “Can I kill it?” he asked.
Please do!” I replied. With a stroke, Dennis severed the snake’s head. However, it continued to writhe, headless, for hours. We put the head end into a jar to drown, and kept it in order to get an expert’s identification because it looked like a copperhead. (It did not turn out to be.) If you want to see a video of the snake moving after being severed, click here. It’s not pretty, so if you want to get on reading about how we installed our septic system, click not!
Dennis got down to the place where the three branches of the septic field should be dug by the end of the first day. I was thrilled! We had not hit rock at all! God had been kind enough to answer that prayer, which gave me faith when we hit trouble at the end of Day 2.
On Day 2, Dennis continued to dig the main pipeline trench out to the proposed septic field. Here, he ran into unexpected difficulties. There was a spring-fed pond nearby and below the place where he had done his initial perk test. The unexpected depth of the supply trench had necessitated moving the field more to the south (and nearer the pond) than Dennis had planned. Dennis decided to move on even a bit further, beyond where men were there presently building a new cross fence, and into the pasture-to-be, to dig the septic field.
He had successfully dug two and a half trenches, and the day was ending, when trouble started. Water appeared immediately about halfway through the third trench line of the septic field. As he looked back, Dennis saw that the other two trenches were also filling. The water table was very close under the surface here–as the pond indicated that it might be–and we were in trouble. The whole vale there was spring-fed, and filtered down to the water table that fed the whole water system below. Unless the health inspector would allow him to move the septic field across the vale and to the far bank, where land sloped upward again, we would not be allowed by law to have running water to our house. I again began to pray, “Lord, let this health inspector be kind; let it work somehow, Lord!” We now were committed by thousands of dollars to this house, and I did not want to live in a place with no running water permanently!
As it turns out, we never would have passed a perc test if Dennis had correctly guesstimated the depth of our main pipe from the house to the field. One reason that the health inspector worked with him was because we were so far into it when she came.
Looking over our property, because we are so rich in natural springs, there’s almost nowhere else it could have gone! We could very easily have ended up by having no modern plumbing. But instead, we are so blessed by the way this turned out. And Dennis, who loves the Lord, did not charge us more than the original bid of $5,000, even though he had to re-dig the entire three-trench septic field after carrying the supply pipe across our vale. For these things, we are grateful to God and to Dennis.


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The best option is to have both Pre- and Post Construction treatments done.
Pre- Construction is used to apply a treatment at the foundation level of a building under construction and a soil treatment to form a barrier and safe guard the building structure from termites. Treatment includes treating the soil on both sides of foundation walls, the voids in foundation walls, and the soil under plumbing penetrations in slabs and concrete around the periphery of the structure.
In Post - Construction Anti-Termite treatment, drilling is usually required to treat the interior walls, voids and plumbing penetration areas of the existing structure as well as the building materials.
This treatment is also recommended when you do any renovations or alterations to your home or office.


The present book is an attempt to explain the basics of indeterminate structural analysis. It been designed to cater to the needs of the undergraduate students and design engineers. The classical methods viz., slope deflection, moment distribution and Kani's method have been explained in the beginning which form the basis of analysis, followed by the flexibility method and stiffness method using system approach. The introduction of system stiffness approach in a systematic manner makes the student develop an interest in analyzing the complex structures using direct stiffness approach later. The approximate method of analysis of multistorey frames subjected to lateral loads and vertical loads is presented herewith. The approximate analysis includes the portal method, cantilever methods and factor method for lateral loads. Multistorey frames subjected to vertical loads have also been analyzed using the point of inflexion method and substitute frame method. Analyses of two hinged arches and introduction to structural dynamics have also been added.
A number of graded illustrative examples are presented which would make the student understand and appreciate the subject in depth. We hope that this book will lay firm foundation for the design subjects, viz., design of reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete and steel structures.
1- Slope Deflection Method 2- Moment Distribution Method 3- Kani’s Method 4- Flexibility Method: System Approach 5- Stiffness method: System Approach 6- Approximate Method of Analysis 7- Indeterminate Trusses 8- Two Hinged Arches 9- Basic Principles of Structural Dynamics References Index.
K.U. Muthu :- K.U. Muthu B.E (Hons) (Madras, 1975), M.E (IISc, 1977), Ph.D (IISc, 1982) is Dean and Professor and Head of the Civil Engineering Department, Brindavan College of Engineering, Bangalore. Earlier he was Professor and Head in Civil Engineering Department, M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore. He has teaching and research experience of about three decades. He has been the co-recipient of Nicholoides Award by Institution of Engineers (INDIA) twice for best publication. He has co-authored a book on Numerical Methods for civil engineering problems. He has published over 120 papers in international conferences and peer refereed international journals. He is a member of ISIE, ICCTDC and IACT.H. Narendra :- H. Narendra, Associate Professor, MSRIT, BangaloreM. Vijayanand :- M. Vijayanand has done his B.E. and M.Tech. in Structural Engineering from M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore (affiliated to Visweswaraiah Technological University). He won the gold award for best publication in ICCBT, Malaysia. He is currently working as a faculty in the Department of Architecture, M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology Bangalore. His research interests are innovative materials and structural concrete.Maganti Janardhana Yadav :- Maganti Janardhan Yadav has received B.E (Civil) from the University of Mysore, M.Tech (Structural Engineering) from JNTU, Hyderabad and Ph.D from IIT Madras, Chennai (under Quality Improvement Programme). He is a corecipient of the 'Brij Mohan Lal Memorial Medal' for the year 2000, from the 'Institution of Engineers (India)', and a co-recipient of "The Best Paper on Construction Techniques Award" in the year 2015, from the 'Indian Concrete Institute'. He has been working at JNTU Hyderabad, since November, 1997 and at present he is a Professor of Civil Engineering. He has published several papers in peer reviewed journals and conference proceedings. His research interests include Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures and Concrete Technology. He is a member of four professional bodies in India, viz., ISTE, ISET, ICI and IEI.


Andhra Pradesh Government has sanctioned another 1.02 lakh houses under the AP NTR Housing Scheme 2017-2018. Subsequently, govt. will provide these houses to the Urban local Bodies (ULBs) across several districts. Accordingly, all these houses will get linked to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Housing for All (PMAY-HFA) (Urban). Central govt. will spend Rs. 1544.66 crore for the construction purpose of these houses.
People can construct these 1,02,977 houses with financial assistance as subsidy from the Central govt., State govt. and loans from banks. Govt. has allotted these houses to the 8 districts.
AP wants to fulfill its promise of construction of 19 lakh houses before the next General Elections. AP govt. will construct these homes in 84 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) with a total expenditure of Rs. 56,000 crores.
Cost of Houses Under NTR Housing Scheme 2017-2018
The distribution of the cost of houses is as follows:-
|Central Govt. Assistance as Subsidy||Rs. 1.5 Lakh|
|State Govt. Assistance as Subsidy||Rs. 1 Lakh|
|Loan Amount to the Beneficiary||Rs. 75,000|
|Contribution of the Beneficiary||Rs. 25,000|
|Total Construction Cost of Each House||Rs. 3.50 Lakh|
Govt. decides to give liberty to the beneficiaries to chose the design of the houses as per the site conditions. Accordingly, each house must contain a bed room, hall along with Kitchen, bathroom and toilet having a carpet area of at-least 30 sq meters. Moreover, housing dept. will also give some house designs (Naksha) to the beneficiaries. However if there is any constraint of site, govt. will allow G+1 (Ground Floor + 1 Storey) to the single beneficiary.
NTR Housing Scheme 2017-2018 ULBs – List of Districts
AP govt. has allotted these houses to the ULBs of districts whose names are as follows:-
|List of Districts|
Andhra Pradesh govt. is going to realize the dream of common man of having his own house in the state. Accordingly, govt. aims to construct 13,66,557 houses in rural areas and 5,39,286 houses in urban areas (Total – 19 lakh) houses. For this, govt. will incur an expenditure of Rs. 56,000 crore for construction purposes. Furthermore, govt. wants to complete this project in a given time period before next general elections.
AP govt. is planning to provide around 2.5 lakh houses on Sankranti, other 2.5 lakh houses on 8 June 2018 and remaining homes to the poor people on World Habitation Day. Furthermore as per the directions of Municipal administration dept., all the District collectors will help the people to get loans from banks easily and in a hassle free manner.


Northern Transport Planning and Engineering Pty Ltd has been providing a consulting service since July 1992 which has been used by both Government and Private Bodies.
Projects undertaken by NTP&E have assisted both State and Local Government bodies in the planning of a wide range of traffic facilities. Private developers have also relied on the work of NTP&E to assist in the development of viable projects which have subsequently been successfully commissioned.
The majority of Northern Transport Planning and Engineering's projects are undertaken in the Hunter Region, Central and Midnorth Coast of NSW.
Areas of Specialisation:
Field Surveys -
- Traffic Surveys
- Automatic Vehicle Classification Counts
- Pedestrian Movement Surveys
- Origin/Destination Surveys
- Roadside Interviews (Reply Paid Questionairres)
- Parking Surveys
- Travel Time Surveys
Traffic Analysis -
Intersection Performance, SIDRA
Land Use Planning, TRANPLAN
NTP&E employ's a full time Transport Planner who is responsible for the overall management of the company. Where required other Consultancies have been joined to form a multi-disciplinary team to undertake specific projects.
Casual employees are also engaged when required to undertake field survey and other tasks.
NTP&E uses Metrocount counters and RTA Trafficorders for data gathering.
CCTV cameras are used for quality assurance and recording of intersection movements.
Tape recorders are used for recording observations such as vehicle number plates and road safety audits.
SIDRA Intersection Analysis software
TRANPLAN Land Use Planning
Autotrack - Vehicle Turning Analysis software
Rapid Plan - Traffic Management Plans


ABOUT THE PROJECT
The Town of Cochrane is currently undergoing a complete review and rewrite of Cochrane’s Land Use Bylaw, and one of the major changes being proposed is the removal of minimum parking requirements for non-residential uses. This proposed change reflects the evolving needs of our community, and will help remove barriers to business opportunities in Cochrane, create more choice and flexibility for development, and create a more walkable and vibrant community.
What are Parking Minimums?
Traditionally Land Use Bylaws have included the use of minimum parking stall requirements, where the number of stalls required for a business to provide is determined by the business type, and the size and/or capacity of the building.
Disadvantages of Parking Minimums
These parking minimums have been found to result in an over supply of parking for several different uses throughout Town, because the minimum parking requirements often exceed the demand for parking. In addition, there are a number of other issues that often result from mandating minimum parking requirements, including:
- Overestimating the need for parking, resulting in vacant parking lots where additional building may be provided.
- Discouraging the use of other more active modes of transportations (i.e. cycling, pedestrians, public transit use).
- Parking costs money, and that cost is indirectly passed onto the consumers, businesses and taxpayers.
- Designing our communities for vehicles rather than people.
Why is this Change being Proposed?
The removal of parking minimums would allow businesses and development to determine how much parking makes sense for their development, rather than relying on parking rates within the Land Use Bylaw. This is expected to provide relief for businesses, create walkable and attractive communities and make Cochrane a more sustainable community.
Many Alberta municipalities are moving towards the removal of parking minimums including High River, Edmonton, Medicine Hat (in many non-residential districts) and the City of Calgary who are currently proposing this same change.
*The proposed change would not impact the parking requirements for residential properties in Cochrane.
PROVIDE YOUR INPUT
Thank you to everyone who took part in our survey.
The Land Use Bylaw Review Project Team is now reviewing all of the feedback received and will be preparing the parking section for the draft Land Use Bylaw.
If you have any questions, please contact firstname.lastname@example.org.
All engagement will be conducted online for this project.


Following strong demand, and to complement our comprehensive range of safety surfaces, we’ve added driveways and pathways to our extensive repertoire.
Our driveway solutions offer clients a hard-wearing gravel surface that is fixed in place with our specialised binding solvent. It’s laid in a similar fashion to our rubber wet pour surfaces, but uses gravel instead of rubber tarmac and is therefore well-suited for use on driveways where cars might otherwise damage a rubber surface.
The driveway surfaces are porous, making them SUDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Solutions) compliant, and this ensures that we’re doing our bit for the environment. We can achieve this because any surface water quickly drains through the top layer and then flows naturally into the water table. The Environment Agency encourages the use of this type of surfacing to help tackle the growing threat of flooding in many areas, so it’s something we’re proud to be able to offer.
There are, essentially, two options for your driveway surface, namely resin-bonded gravel and resin-bound gravel. Resin-bonded gravel involves applying the resin over a suitable base using a squeegee. We then scatter loose dried aggregates over the tacky resin before it sets. Resin-bound gravel, on the other hand, involves blending the aggregate within the resin prior to application. We then use a trowel to achieve a smooth and level finish.
Whichever option you choose, we can customise your driveway or outdoor space by adding design elements such as logos or numbers, and these can be easily incorporated into the finished area by utilising contrasting stone colours to provide your desired finish.
The Surfacing Groups’ driveway solutions are aesthetically pleasing and they also provide a longer-lasting alternative when compared with concrete or tarmac. Every installation comes with a ten year warranty, and they are also reasonably maintenance free. The gravel won’t dissipate when it’s driven on and we’re able to recommend the ideal texture and composition to suit your needs.
To discuss your plans for a driveway from The Surfacing Group, call us now on 01625 528 464 or complete our contact form to find out more.


Water jetting equipment uses a high-pressure water jet to remove debris or obstructions and clear drains. This equipment operates at up to 25,000 psi, which is enough power to cut fingers. For this reason, it is the preferred method for clearing obstructions in sewer drains, especially those caused by tree roots.
The high-pressure water jet offers a very efficient, economical and environmentally friendly method of unblocking drains. It is very popular and commonly used because it offers brilliant results. Used for rainwater drains and sewer jetting, it easily removes blockages caused by household waste, tree roots and other debris.
Regular use of a high-pressure water jet helps keep sewers and storm drains free of obstructions, thus reducing the likelihood of further problems and certainly helping to prevent major blockages. The maintenance jetter is especially useful if there are trees on your property that frequently encroach on the pipes. If you don’t treat regularly, they will cause further damage and cost more to remedy.
What can high-pressure jetting do?
The Emergency Plumbing London has a wide selection of high pressure drain cleaning systems: we have combination and recycle units, urban combination units and portable coils. Whatever your drainage difficulty, our team of qualified technicians has the skills and tools to solve it, as well as offering guidance on how to avoid future ones.
High pressure jets are used to remove blockages from pipes and drains, but they are also useful for blockages in drains, down spouts, pipes, water tanks, septic tanks, cesspools, and siphons. Areas between 80 and 2500 mm in diameter can be cleaned with high-pressure water.
Cleaning of blocked drains in companies
The Emergency Plumbing London offers a range of services for general maintenance and also for emergency drain obstructions. Sewerage and stormwater systems are critical and expensive items, so it is important to take care of them. We use CCTV to identify problems and find blockages, measure drains and map these commercial assets.
Managing building infrastructure is crucial, and reducing the risk of the inconvenience and damage that clogged drains can cause must always be considered. Clogging commercial drains is an excellent preventive maintenance process that not only prevents difficulties, but can also save a lot of money in the long run.
The jet drain cleaning process
The process of cleaning pipes and drains is relatively simple. A call to our service involves obtaining as much information about the difficulty as possible. Once a qualified expert is on site, the situation is analysed to determine the next steps.
The drains are inspected with highly specialised CCTV cameras to locate the point of blockage and assess any damage to the pipes. The before-and-after view is shared with the customer so they can see the results.
Jet drain cleaning and pipe lining
After the process of sandblasting the drain, another option to consider is lining the pipes to increase their strength, repair cracks and minimise further clogging. This is a fantastic option if the pipes are in relatively good condition, as they will last many more years and you will not need to consider the costly and destructive option of replacing them.
A special drainage sheath is prepared by making the necessary dimensions and applying a unique resin. The sheath is passed through the holes in the pipe and then adjusted to fit properly.
The sheath is then inflated and held in place until it hardens. The end result is smooth, strong pipes that last for many years. The only drawback is that you can not use it on severely damaged pipes. Our drain cameras can inspect your pipes to see if backing is a viable option for you.
The advantages are that the process is quick, requires no excavation, makes your pipes 100% leak-proof and stronger than before, and is cheaper than pipe replacement. In addition, we offer a lifetime guarantee on coatings. We can talk about drain cleaning services. Call us!


Over the years of ISYS operating on the market of industrial gas heating devices, we have developed the most effective method of harnessing fuel combustion energy to achieve the highest possible efficiency of devices. The ISYS research and development team has developed compact Gas Heating Modules that provides the user with high efficiency and unprecedented ease of assembly operation and turn down ratio.
Thanks to the use of intelligent electronic control, the Gas Heating Module remains maintenance-freeafter commissioning. The module control system ensures its full safety and energy efficiency at the highest level. It is environmentally friendly and ensures the lowest fuel consumption and minimal environmental impact.
Supreme technical parameters of the device allow the use of Gas Heating Modules in technological processes as well as in heating industrial, office, commercial buildings, sports halls, religious buildings and public utilities.
Classic way of heating buildings
In a traditional heating process, a heat exchanger, e.g. glycol- or water-based, is used to transfer the energy. The energy needed to heat the air comes from a distant boiler room. The construction of water, gas or oil pipelines with an extensive and complex valve system carries a number of risks. In the event of a power failure: the entire system may freeze, armature can corrode and, as a consequence, the rooms will cool down.
At the design stage of building heating, it is worth considering which heating system to use to protect yourself from risky solutions. In the traditional method of heating, the transport of the medium to the exchanger, water leaks and ventilation grilles in the boiler room also cause a loss of generated energy, which results in low efficiency of the entire heating system.
Innovative way of heating buildings
ISYS has developed a new heating system by introducing the IS Gas Heating Module to the market. It utilizes a gas heat exchanger for heating. This modern solution makes it possible to put together all components needed to generate thermal energy in one compact device that does not require a separate room.
The devices are installed inside air handling units on the rooftops of heated objects, directly above the ceiling or in another convenient place. By simplifying the energy transfer system, a very high efficiency and reliability of the device was obtained. Each module can be an internal part of a ventilation unit or an independent component within a ventilation duct.
Gas heating modules can be co-financed with EU funds.


Civil Engineering Office Lead / Project Manager | Murfreesboro
Ragan-Smith Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid-high level engineer with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in site design, planning and project/client management. This individual will help lead the growth of our Civil Engineering practice in our Murfreesboro Office along with leading the project design, client communication, permitting and management on a wide range of large and small development projects. They will assist in managing design technicians, engineering interns and other support staff to help grow the Ragan-Smith brand and expertise within the region.
Ragan-Smith is looking for energetic and motivated individuals to join our team and collaborate with other civil engineers, landscape architects, and land surveyors to assist our clients in the development of commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.
- BSCE in Civil Engineering
- Recent experience in Civil site project management, production, and permitting
- Be self-motivated, team-oriented individual with ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication skills
- Tennessee PE or ability to achieve by reciprocity
- Experience in overall project management, civil design and delivery of site development projects in local municipalities throughout middle Tennessee
- AutoCad Civil 3D proficiency
Ragan-Smith provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Compensation will be negotiated based on level of experience and skills. We currently have other open positions for Civil Engineers, Transportation Engineers and Landscape Architects in our Nashville, Murfreesboro and Chattanooga offices.
Ragan-Smith is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing laws.


DESIGN & AnalYSIS of steel structures
We design and analyse steel structures according to Eurocode and Bulgarian norms. We use the latest software for calculation and drafting of steel structures.
SALE OF gutters, FLASHINGS & SANDWICH PANELS
We are distributors of high-quality sandwich panels made in Bulgaria and Romania. We offer custom sizes and colors based on the RAL color matching system and also assembly of wall and roof panels onsite.
We also manufacture and sell gutters and downspouts.
Doors & gates
Fabrication & assembly
We manufacture all kinds of steel structures e.g. warehouses, pedestrian bridges, masts, fire escapes, agricultural facilities, kiosks, staircase, etc. We can erect and assemble in all of Bulgaria. We can also fabricate steel components and structures to client specifications and ship them.
Fire escapes & staircases
We design, manufacture and assemble straight, L – shaped, curved and spiral stairs. We can connect the different parts with bolts to avoid welds on the job site. This way is cleaner and faster. For the fire escapes we can offer fire resistant coating in accordance with current standards


Asphalt pavements are a critical part to your properties curb appeal and value. Periodic sealcoating is the key to a well designed parking lot management plan. Properly applied coal tar emulsion sealers will nearly double the life of your pavement. Coal tar sealers will resist gas and oil spills, oxidation from the sun and water penetration; the number one cause of premature pavement wear.
Benefits of Sealcoating
The rich black look of a freshly sealcoated pavement will project a positive image to your clients and residents. Ensure your property makes a positive first impression and increase your curb appeal and property value.
Resists gas and oil
Asphalt, a byproduct of the petroleum distillation process, is easily dissolved by other products that also are derived from petroleum, such as gasoline, grease and oil. When these products are put in contact with each other they will easily dissolve the similar chemicals in asphalt. Sealcoating will create a protective barrier between gas and oil spills and your valuable pavement.
Prevents water penetration and slows oxidation
Asphalt is a porous material and water is one of asphalts’ greatest enemies. When water penetrates the asphalt and freezes, small cracks will begin to develop. Cracking will allow water to penetrate to the base layers causing alligatored cracking and ultimately pot holes. Sealcoating will fill the voids in the surface of the asphalt, preventing water penetration. Oxidation is another major cause of pavement failure. The sun will dry out the asphalt which holds together the pavement. Pavement will then begin to fade to a pale gray color and crumble. Sealcoating will protect your pavement from the sun and prevent oxidation.