A controversial project is being discussed in the public arena. It could be a casino, with lots of supporters and detractors, or a public works project that will require substantial public funding. And one of the arguments typically trotted out in support of the project is the proclamation that “this project will result in [fill in the blank] construction jobs!” Easy to say, but hard to verify. Who comes up with these numbers, anyway?[Read More]
30 Mar · Fri 2012
This Project Will Result in XXXX Construction Jobs!!
Posted by Stan Martin @ March 30, 2012 11:42 AM EDT
02 Feb · Thu 2012
Big Cities Lost Construction Jobs in 2011
The Association of General Contractors of America released its construction employment data for 2011, and, as expected, the overall construction market remains weak. Although construction spending between December 2010 and December 2011 increased by 4.3 percent, two of the country’s largest cities, Philadelphia and New York City, experienced sharp declines in their construction workforce. More specifically, out of the 337 metropolitan areas listed by the AGC, Philadelphia reported the largest job loss with a loss of 4,800 construction jobs, a 7 percent decline. New York City was a close second with a construction job loss of 4,600 jobs, a 4 percent decline.[Read More]
Posted by Patrick J. Kearney @ February 02, 2012 12:27 PM EST


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About Jerusalem Commercial Center
The Jerusalem Commercial Center (JCC) is the first mixed use commercial center project in East Jerusalem. It is located in the heart of prime East Jerusalem within a short walking distance from the Old City and the Holy Sites. The site is also within walking distance from St. George School at the intersection of Salah Eddin Street and Nablus Road. The project is comprised of five underground parking levels, two commercial floors – street level, 3 office floors dedicated to modern offices and 3 Hotel Floors.
The project total built-up area is around 19,301sqm.
- Centrally located, 10-minute walking distance from the Old City of Jerusalem.
- Immediate access to public transportation including Buses and Light Rail.
- It is strategically located on the junction of Nablus Road from the East and
St. George’s Street from the West.


VPL Group is having significant Land Bank in Visakhapatnam near to the Ports & Sea Coast and at the SEIL ISP for the use of Real Estate and Logistics & Warehousing Development
VPL Group is having an Integrated Steel Plant (ISP) in the Steel Exchange India Ltd (SEIL) with an installed capacity of 0.3 Million Tonnes with a furnace, Concast, Steel Melting Facility, and Rolling Mill.
The ISP is powered by our own Coal based 60MW (3x20MW) and Gas based 12MW power plants with our own Quality Control Facility to produce the Billets and TMT Bars of various sizes ranging from 8mm to 32 mm as per the BIS standards of the 550-D Grade.
The SEIL steel and power infrastructure facilities are at 2 locations Visakhapatnam and Ravulapalem in Andhra Pradesh
VPL Group is having 4 Steel melting furnaces and Concasts to produce the Liquid molten steel with an installed capacity of 2.5 Lakhs Tonnes in SEIL.
VPL Group is having the rolling mills infrastructure with an installed capacity of 2.25 Lakhs Tonnes to produce from 8mm to 32 mm TMT bars at 2 locations in SEIL
VPL Group is having a Coal based 60MW (3X20 MW) and a Gas based 12 MW Grid connected power plants in SEIL with a total capacity of 72 MW for our internal and external use
VPL Group is having two Electrified Railway Siding in SEIL with a total length of 13 Route Km for transport & handling of steel and power raw materials like ore and coal for the VPL group and for other 3rd parties.
VPL Group is having Warehouses infrastructure of around 0.2 Mn Sq Ft for covered storage of various Non-Perishable Goods and Products both Domestic and Bonded Warehousing.
VPL Group is having a dedicated CFS infrastructure facility in 11 Acres with Cranes and Lifters to handle the Containers up to 3 Stacking and operate as per the Ministry of Commerce and Customs norms.
VPL Group is having a large Marketing and Sales Distribution Dealers and Stockists Network for the Sale of Steel products across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Orissa and Tamil Nadu under its Brand Simhadri TMT Steel Bars.
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RAILWAY SIDING LINES
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PART L BUILDING REGUATIONS
From 1st October 2010 it will only be legal for window companies to take orders for windows with a Window Energy Rating (WER) of band C or above, or a combined U Value of 1.6 W/m2K for installation into existing dwellings. Likewise, all doors ordered on or after 1st October 2010 will have to have a maximum U value of 1.8 W/m2K (U values are a universal method of measuring thermal insulation)
Any products installed on or after 1st October 2010 will have to comply with the new stricter Building Regulations and have been approved and certified by the BFRC as attaining the new higher energy ratings.
Replacing windows and doors now needs to meet certain standards in the Building Regulations to reduce energy loss. This means that you need to comply with the Building Regulations when installing replacement windows, doors,
When selling property, surveyors will ask for evidence that replacement glazing installed after April 2002 complies with the new Building Regulations. There are two ways to prove compliance:-
1. a certificate from the local authority saying that the installation has approval under the Building Regulations.
2. a certificate showing that the work has been done by an installer who is registered under a registered Self-Assessment Scheme such as Fensa.
DIY projects or installations by non-registered firms need Council approval under the Building Regulations and ultimately this may be your responsibility. Therefore be sure to ask whether an installer is able to self-certify. If not, either they, or you, will need to make an application to the Council for approval under the Building Regulations.


Breaking Ground: Earthquake in Turkey
An earthquake of 7.8 magnitude occurred in Turkey on February 6, 2023 at around 4.15 am.
Its center was in Gaziantep area.
There have reportedly been hundreds of casualties, though the exact death toll is still unknown. Dozens of buildings have collapsed.
A gasoline pipeline explosion caused numerous fires to start.
There is destruction in Syria as well, which is close to the border with Gaziantep..
In Turkey, more than 18,000 people have died as a result of earthquakes over the past 24 years.
Another significant earthquake of 7.5 magnitudes occurred after the 7.8 earthquake. This made people fearful.


Water hygiene and sanitation
Under the WASH program, ARUWE aims at improving general health conditions of the focus communities through increased access to clean and safe water, good hygiene conditions, sanitation facilities and building community capacity not only to maintain the facilities through Water User communities but to also to lobby and advocate for qualitative and quantitative WASH services from other duty bearers. ARUWE has adopted both right based and service based approach to service Delivery. ARUWE works with partners to supplement Government services by constructing Boreholes, shallow wells, spring tanks, rain water harvesting facilities, School, household and community sanitation facilities.
ARUWE is a member of UWASNET a network of NGOs working to improve access to water.


Phase 1 of the Roundabout Project at the intersection of England and Vandenburg is complete. The intersection was opened to traffic on Jan. 20, 2011. The project was constructed by KDC construction and designed by Meyer, Meyer, Lacroix and Hixson. The project will improve traffic flow, slow speeds, increase safety and reduce green house gasses.
Weather has delayed the opening of a traffic roundabout in England Airpark, but the work is almost finished.
"We're real close to the end," said Jon Grafton, executive director of the England Authority. "We've been delayed a little bit because of this cold weather, but we're getting close. We're not too far off, we just need a little warmer weather to get some of the striping and some other work done."


Time: November 16, 2015 at 12pm to November 17, 2015 at 7pm
Location: Lula Washington Dance Theatre
Street: 3773 Crenshaw Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90016
City/Town: Crenshaw District, Los Angeles
Phone: (213) 922-2736
Event Type: november, construction, update, meeting, crenshaw/lax, metro
Organized By: Metro CLAX Construction Relations Team
Latest Activity: Jan 8, 2016
Join Metro and Walsh-Shea Corridor Constructors at the Construction Update Community Meeting
Learn about upcoming construction activities
and speak with project construction staff
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
6:30pm to 8:00pm
Lula Washington Dance Theatre
3773 Crenshaw Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90016
Parking is available at the adjacent lot and on street.
Signage will direct people to the meeting room.
RSVP for accommodations.
For questions please call (213) 922-2736 or email email@example.com.
All Metro meetings are held in ADA accessible facilities. Other ADA accommodations and translations available by calling 213.922.2736 at least 72 hours in advance.
(Exit: Crenshaw/Coliseum): Metro Local Line 210 Northbound/Southbound.
(Exit: Crenshaw/Coliseum): LA DOT DASH Midtown / LA DOT DASH Crenshaw
For information about taking Metro buses or trains,
please call 323.GO.METRO (323) 466.3876


Most of us grew up in a mobile world based on private cars and interstate highways for fast connectivity to just about everywhere worth going but anyone who drives any distance today … our local Harrisburg transportation network is a good example … will find far more congestion and traffic than ever. And we all know that the infrastructure on which our transportation network is built is fast falling apart and will continue to do so unless a magic solution is found and soon.
It all started in 1956 with the Interstate Highway System which cost $25 billion and a decade to complete and it drove our culture of owning a car which represented freedom. But even the best built highways take bushels of money to maintain and last at best 50 years before having to be completely rebuilt. Want to know the cost to build a new highway today? “Bikenomics” has the answer to this and many more questions of interest. Many millions per square mile and in one case (Boston) more than a billion per mile. Yikes!


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It costs £5.49 / $7.99 on Google Play, and requires a Shield tablet and controller to play.

Half-Life 2: Episode One was originally launched on PC in 2006, with additional desktop and console ports arriving in the years following.

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THE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICAN QUANTITY SURVEYORS -
Its vital role in the building industry in South Africa
THE HISTORY OF THE ASSOCIATION
The quantity surveying profession has benefited by a governing institution in one form or another since 1908, the year that the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS) was inaugurated. The present Association was formed to achieve and maintain the following goals and ambitions for the profession and to: Advance and promote the science and practice of quantity surveying and cognate mattersUphold the dignity of the quantity surveying profession Watch over, promote and protect the interest of its members Afford opportunity for the interchange and recording of the body of knowledge and experience of quantity surveying Promote the high standards of professional competence and integrity MEMBERSHIP Over the past couple of years the construction industry has experienced rapid changes and challenges. The responsibilities of the quantity surveying profession are continually expanding and broadening the scope of services provided on an ongoing basis. In today’s dynamic marketplace, companies are relying on its members to stay ahead of issues, technologies and innovations. Membership of the ASAQS will provide guidance and resources to succeed in quantity surveying today and in the future and to stay abreast of developments in the built environment. Through our Continuing Professional Development programmes, members are able to broaden their knowledge base and promote professional growth. Members of the ASAQS are respected by their peers in the built environment, as they realize the worth and benefits the membership of the ASAQS offer its members.
The ASAQS provides an environment in which professionals may learn, grow and work together to advance the techniques and science of quantity surveying. From its earliest beginnings, the ASAQS has grown to include quantity surveying professionals from every area of the construction industry, from private practice, government and quasi-government to construction companies.
STATUS WITHIN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
Members of the Board, the Executive Committee and other dedicated committee members represent the quantity surveying profession in various forums, upholding and elevating the status of quantity surveyors within the construction industry. These include: The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) – a grouping of the various bodies concerned with the commercial property market The Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) – a government initiated body "controlling” all aspects of development, procurement and other activities within the wider industry context The Joint Building Contracts Committee (JBCC) – representatives of various professional and contractual bodies form the constituents of this committee, responsible for compiling and updating contractual documents for use in the construction industry The South African Council for the Quantity Surveying (SACQSP) – the statutory council for the quantity surveying profession responsible for the professional registration of registered persons in terms of the Quantity Surveying Professions Act (49 of 2000).
The ASAQS initiates, establishes and maintains ties with various international organisations including the following: Affiliation to the International Cost Engineering Council (ICEC) enabling members to network with the best-in-the-world in "best practice” development Reciprocity agreement with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) as they seek to establish a global network of like-minded professionals Contacts with the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) including countries such as Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan and Hong Kong Membership of the Africa Association of Quantity surveyors (AAQS) thus opening up opportunities to the North of the Limpopo River within Africa Reciprocity agreements with the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) as they seek to establish a global network of like-minded professionals
TOOLS OF THE TRADE
Committees of the ASAQS produce a vast library of standardised documents that assist member practices to run the practices with the efficiency and expertise expected of the professional QS. These include the following: The Standard System of Measuring Building Work (SSM)The Standard System of Measuring Building Work for Small or Simple Buildings Model Preambles for Trades Preliminaries document Guide to QS appointments Tariff of Professional Fees (input to the SACQSP) Professional Consultants Agreement QS Consortium Agreement A Guide to Elemental Cost Analysis A Guide to Reinstatement of Fixed Improvements for Insurance Purposes A Guide to Co-ordinated Economic Viability Studies for Commercial Property Investments Model Bills of Quantities Model Financial (Cost) Reports Practice Notes
THE LEGAL STATUS OF THE PROFESSION
The Act for the Quantity Surveying Profession (Act 49 of 2000) supports significant representation by professional quantity surveyors on the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP). The Council regulates matters such as: Standards of education within tertiary institutionsAccreditation of tertiary institutions Registration criteria for professional quantity surveyors Rules, By-Laws and Code of Conduct to ensure that professional standards are maintained and adhered to Recommended tariff of fees for QS services Identification of Work reserved for quantity surveyors Standards Generating Body for the generation of units standards of competence Professional standards (generally) Quantity surveyors should participate in influencing and monitoring matters affecting the practice of their profession Quantity surveyors are also represented on the Council for the Built Environment (CBE), a statutory council over-arching the six professional councils within the built environment. The CBE is responsible for the regulation and standardisation of the approach taken by the various professions within the built environment.
REGIONAL CHAPTER LIAISON COMMITTEES
Provincial chapters of the ASAQS allow members to network with fellow quantity surveying professionals within their geographical region. The creation of such regional chapter committees allow members to maintain contact with extensive expertise in different disciplines allied to the construction industry, for collaboration, consultation, finding solutions to challenging problems and for sharing information of common interest. It also provides the opportunity to the members within a region to integrate on a social level. Chapter meetings keep members up-to-date with the latest developments in the field and in their region. By nominating regional representatives to the Board of the ASAQS, chapters support the democratic process and allow the flow of information on a national basis. Chapters also hold seminars and other social events, providing practical information and innovative solutions to professional practice questions.
The ASAQS issues regular publications to keep the members informed of developments in the built environment and in the profession. These include the following: Newsletters (including the electronic Weekend Property and Construction Newsletter) Reports on conferences and seminars Technical reports and information Regional news from local chapters Information about expos, conferences and CPD courses Practice Notes Product development information The ASAQS annual salary survey, completed by the Fees Advisory Committee, analyses the results from the 740 odd quantity surveying firms in various geographic areas. The survey serves as a tool to assist firms to evaluate their position on the professional compensation ladder and to be better informed of the prevailing market conditions in terms of salary packages offered in the marketplace.
THE QS EDUTECH CENTRE
In addition to the numerous technical committees and various regional chapters, the ASAQS has a technical consultant that provides technical information free of charge to quantity surveyors as well as to the public. This is a very useful service to anyone involved in the built environment. Problems and concerns are discussed and technical advice is offered by experienced personnel responsible for providing such information.
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)
Mandated by the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession, the ASAQS provides events that members can attend to keep their CPD portfolio up to date. This is done through the chapters, relevant tertiary institutions as well as a web-based service called "GoLearning” facility. QS-NET A special facility is provided for members on the ASAQS website, called the Closed User Group (CUG). Through this system the full range of standard documents of the ASAQS (excluding the JBCC suite of contracts) can be down loaded free of charge by paid-up members of the ASAQS. The full range of standard documents of the ASAQS, plus the JBCC suite of Contract documents, is also available for online electronic purchase via the website "Webshop” facility of the ASAQS website (www.asaqs.co.za).
The ASAQS is proud of the ASAQS website (www.asaqs.co.za) which provides a wealth of information for the quantity surveying members, as well as the general construction industry at large. Access to the ASAQS website is open to all, but the CUG section is restricted to bona fide ASAQS members. The large volume of monthly visits to the ASAQS website bears testimony to the fact that the ASAQS website is the leading source of information for the built environment and construction industry. No other website within the built environment can boast the large number of "hits” achieved by the ASAQS website on a monthly basis. The ASAQS website ensures that the ASAQS remains a powerful and influential organisation within the built environment. It seeks to achieve the exchange of information and expertise and influences the course and direction of the construction industry.
The Association of South African Quantity Surveyors
Postal Address: PO Box 3527, Halfway House, 1685
Telephone : (011) 315 4140
Facsimile : (011) 315 3785
E-mail Address : association @asaqs.co.za
Website : www.asaqs.co.za
Physical Address: Suite G6, Building 27, Thornhill Office Park, Bekker Road, Midrand, 1686


1. Preliminary design And Schematic Design
Included in this design phase are : general scheme and collect and reinterpretation all of basic requirement from client, understanding the specific site, conceptual proposal and develop the basic data to a basic CAD Drawing (develop the conceptual scheme into proper CAD Drawing). The final product in this phase is drawing sketches such as general plan ( building plan, elevation, section, and rough sketch for basic building details).
2. Design Development and Building Permit (IMB Document)
In this design phase architect will develop all basic needed for the building such as color and material; basic schedule for building; basic structure layout (optional); and preliminarymechanical and electrical layout(optional). The final product in this design phase are site plan, building plan, elevation, section, typical details, preliminary structure layout(optional), and preliminary M/E (optional).
3. Construction Document
In this design phase, architect will prepare the drawings needed for the construction. The final product for this phase are: site plan, building plan, elevation, section, building details, building schedule (door/window, finish/material, and color), structural lay out and calculation (optional), and M/E layout (optional). The final product will be prepared on A3 paper size with Auto CAD.
4. Supervision Phase
In this phase, the Architect shall supervise and ensure the construction on site must be accurate as on the architectural design drawing. The Architect shall not supervise or In case take responsibility for any quality of the construction work.


Back in 2011, I collaborated with a group of civil engineering, computer science, and communication students under the direction of Drs. Emily Zechman of Civil Engineering and Alex Sprintson of Computer Science to develop a game to teach individuals with disparate expertise about stormwater issues and to create a tool to test different metrics for communicating civil engineering concepts.
Dr. Emily Zechman’s description of the project follows:
Although watershed management typically utilizes large infrastructure projects to control stormwater runoff, the choices of residents and landowners at the lot-level can also impact hydrologic sustainability. A decentralized management approach could more naturally restore flow regimes and result in significant, long-term cost savings. This research develops a new stormwater footprint game that can be used for educating about the impact of personal decisions on hydrologic sustainability and increase stormwater awareness. The game utilizes a stormwater sustainability metric, the Hydrologic Footprint Residence (HFR), to communicate the impact of development decisions. Students and professors from the Departments of Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Communication collaborated to develop the gaming system, to field an experiment to test the game, and to make the game available to students across campus through undergraduate and graduate courses.
Our work demonstrated that completing the quiz improved individual’s knowledge about stormwater management and changed attitudes. Game play made participants more likely to take action to support local sustainable practices. Our experiment also demonstrated that the HFR–our stormwater footprint–worked better than peak flow--an orthodox civil engineering metric--for communicating the effects of stormwater.
The wonderful student team, Marcio Giacomoni, Tommi Jo Scott, Alyssa Politte, Jenna Kromann, Sean Saathoff, and Sam Collard, won an honorable mention in Washington, DC at the EPA student design competition for sustainability.


Obtaining the building permit for the construction of Svilno 2 officially marks the beginning of the new and most important investment project of JGL worth EUR 45 million. The 78 000 m2 construction plot has so far been used for the production of concrete and concrete blocks; now it will serve for the expansion of our production capacity.
This will allow the integration of all JGL's business operations that have so far been carried out on several locations in Rijeka into a single location, and will help us achieve our plans for growth.
The Svilno 2 complex, also known as "pharma valley", will present an extension of the existing production location in Svilno 1 and will bring to the company significant development, production and storage capacities that will also help ensure key resources for the achievement of planned and profitable horizontal growth over the period of five years and longer.
Considering that the company focuses on the development and production of drugs for the senses, additional capacities and the technical equipment of new plants for sterile solutions will certainly help JGL's key brands to take a further step forward onto the global health market.
The project is extremely complex, it includes major reconstruction, conversion and upgrade to the existing facilities and will be realized in phases, according to the established plan. The biggest part of phase 1 works will begin mid-2013 and the completion is planned for May 2014.
The new production and technological investment will certainly change the skyline of Rijeka and serve as an impetus for employment and economic development.


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Professional Construction Site Coordination
With Encan Construction, on-going site coordination is provided by well qualified construction superintendents suited for each particular project along with on-going support from our head office. Encan Construction supervisors take care of all site requirements from project commencement through to occupancy. We also work closely with sub trades, governing bodies, consultants and the owners.
To ensure quality and peace of mind, all safety aspects are under strict control on our sites. You can also expect:
- Efficient service
- High standards of workmanship
- Effective cost control
- Fulfilled deadlines
- Simple solutions
- Excellent results


The stretch of Highway 97 has been completed, directing through traffic from the lakeshore (now Pelmewash Parkway) to higher levels. This is not the first or last change in route for the Kelowna to Vernon road. The road was originally completed in 1875 and was known as the Vernon to Mission road, following a high level route. This route extended from what is now Okanagan Centre Road East in Winfield to the Old Mission Road at the Oyama end. When the canal connecting Wood and Kalamalka lakes was completed in 1908, the level of Wood Lake dropped by four feet, exposing a shelf along the lakeshore. In 1910 the provincial government decided to reroute the portion from Oyama to Winfield along the lakeshore, where it remained until now, although it was widened and improved in the late 1950s.
Rerouting was also conducted north of Oyama. The accompanying photograph, showing construction near the current Crystal Waters subdivision, illustrates road construction techniques in the pre-WWI era.


Regional Rapid Transit
Your transit future is almost here!
Connecting Downtown St. Petersburg, the Gateway area, Westshore, Downtown Tampa, the USF area, and Wesley Chapel.
December 5, 2019
Pasco Hernando State College, Porter Campus/Wesley Chapel
2727 Mansfield Blvd, Wesley Chapel
December 10, 2019
International Plaza, Corporate Center Three
4221 W Boy Scout Rd, Tampa
December 11, 2019
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
3201 Scherer Dr, St. Petersburg
February 21, 2020
3201 Scherer Dr,
St. Petersbsurg 33716
For years, planners have discussed building a bus rapid transit line linking St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Wesley Chapel. A study underway right now will determine that project’s future. read more
Tampa Bay Area Regional Transit Authority, has rolled out a first look at what could be part of a solution to the area's lack of mass transit. read more
TAMPA, Fla. (September 10) – The Tampa Bay Area Regional Transit Authority’s (TBARTA) proposed 41-mile bus rapid transit (BRT) project along I-275 connecting Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties has a new logo, informational video, website, and a name: Regional Rapid Transit. read more
Make Your Mark on RRT:
Add your ideas to the crowdsource map
We want to hear from you! Tell us what you think by providing your feedback ideas and comments on the RRT.
What roadway or intersection improvements are needed to address the anticipated future traffic congestion and growth in the region? Are the proposed transit stations / stops in the right location? What are the most important amenities and connections at these proposed locations?


ASK Safety Nets is a prominent provider of car parking safety nets in Vijayawada. With a strong focus on safety and quality, they offer durable and reliable safety solutions to protect vehicles and people in parking areas.
Car parking safety nets serve as a barrier system designed to prevent accidental falls and damage to vehicles. These nets are made from high-quality materials that are specifically engineered for strength and durability. ASK Safety Nets ensures that their nets are manufactured to meet stringent safety standards, providing customers with peace of mind.
The car parking safety nets offered by ASK Safety Nets are designed to be highly resistant to harsh weather conditions, including rain, wind, and UV rays. This ensures that the nets remain effective and functional over an extended period, without compromising their structural integrity.
ASK Safety Nets employs a team of skilled professionals who are experienced in the installation of safety nets. They meticulously assess the parking area and install the nets with precision, ensuring maximum coverage and security. The installation process is carried out efficiently, minimizing any disruption to the parking facility.
One of the key advantages of car parking safety nets is that they provide an unobstructed view while maintaining safety. This allows drivers and pedestrians to easily navigate the parking area without compromising visibility. Additionally, the nets act as a deterrent to unauthorized access and protect vehicles from theft or vandalism.
ASK Safety Nets prioritizes customer satisfaction and strives to deliver exceptional service. They offer customized solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client. Whether it’s a residential, commercial, or industrial parking area, they have the expertise to provide effective safety measures.
In conclusion, ASK Safety Nets is a reputable provider of car parking safety nets in Vijayawada. Their commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction makes them a trusted choice for individuals and organizations looking to enhance the safety of their parking areas.


We offer complete planning of renovations and building services including everything from small repairs to complete redevelopment and/or new building projects. You can rely on us to meet all the time and budget goals agreed upon during the initial planning phases. Our office includes all professional certifications required for the aforementioned including engineers, architects, contractors and interior designers.
At the same time building economy, energy efficient construction and aesthetic aspects are always included in our focus.
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18511 Beaumont Hwy, Houston, TX 77049
Cahaba Water Recycling and Reclamation, LLLP, provides commercial, industrial and municipal water treatment services in the Beaumont, TX and surrounding communities. We have the expertise and facilities to find the most effective water cleaning and sewage treatment solutions for every requirement.
At Cahaba Water Recycling and Reclamation, LLLP, we employ industry-leading professionals with a team that has more than 5 decades of combined experience in the waste water disposal industry. You can rest assured that our water reclamation facility is operated by the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals. Our water recycling and treatment services are designed thinking about the health of the water today and in the future.
Our state-of-the-art water treatment systems are designed to provide a full range of wastewater treatment services. We process storm and wastewater from sources that include contaminated storm water, sanitary sewage, wash water from railcar cleaning, landfill leachate, municipal sludge, and other utility waste. We clean a broad range of wastewater, including nonferrous metals, organic chemicals, metal products, plastics molding, manufacturing, transportation equipment cleaning facilities, refineries, and other industrial sources.
Our facility treats water 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to ensure reliable service for our industrial, commercial, and municipal clients. We encourage you to browse our website to read more about our wastewater treatment services in the Beaumont, TX area. Please contact our office by telephone at 281-786-4216 for more information and to learn how we can meet your wastewater treatment requirements.


We offer services performed with specialized equipment and by experienced and professional operators.
REMZAP staff comprises almost 500 qualified full-time workers, including well-educated and experienced engineering and technical staff and management team. To meet the ever growing expectations of the market and the customers, the Company invests in training and competence development of its workers by financing numerous specialist courses and subsidising higher education.
Specialised equipment for industrial renovations
Derived from the maintenance services of the current Grupa Azoty Zakłady Azotowe “PUŁAWY” REMZAP established adequately developed machinery stock. These are among others: equipment for hydrodynamic washing with pressure of up to 800 bar, beveling machines, industrial vacuum cleaners and equipment for vacuum catalyst discharge, cutting machines, welding machines, pipe cleaners, corrosion protection equipment, industrial mixers, gas-plasma burners, hydraulic wrenches up to 30 kNm, CNC plotters..
Specialised construction equipment
Entering the market of comprehensive industrial investment implementation resulted in a significant expansion of the construction equipment stock. Among others, REMZAP owns: scaffoldings, shotcrete machines, compressors, specialist formwork, winches, gantry cranes, pneumatic drills, electric hammers, cranes – 10t, 25t, 50t, 140t, aerial work platforms, backhoe loader
Performance of works in industrial plants all over Poland is connected with the necessity to ensure a comprehensive logistics service. REMZAP owns more than 20 vehicles for the transport of materials and employees, as well as mobile welfare units and storage units, allowing for adequate organisation of the construction site.
Mobile crane with telescopic boom Terex 140T
Max. lifting height 60m, max. system length 76m.
Mobile crane with telescopic boom XCMG 50T
Max. lifting height 40m, max. system length 55m, with the basket for transporting people to max. lifting height 32.5m.
Mobile crane with telescopic boom XCMG 25T
Max. lifting height 38m, max system length 46m.
Backhoe loader CASE 695SR
Bucket capacity 0.5m3.
Air compressors (portable screw compressors, combustion compressors)
Capacities from 5 to 7.5 bar.
Rotary telehandler MANITOU MRT3255
Max. lifting height 32m, lifting capacity 5t; accessories: forks, basket, winch.


The Head of the Infrastructure and Investment Office in the Presidency, Dr. Kgosientso Ramokgopa will lead a delegation from Infrastructure South Africa on a three-day visit to the Free State Province from Monday, 12 April to Wednesday, 14 April 2021.
The visit is part of a broader initiative to engage more intimately with Provinces on their infrastructure build programmes with the aim of finding clear areas of collaboration and synergies. Part of the three-day visit will entail site visits to catalytic infrastructure projects.
Investment in Infrastructure is part of the overall Economic Recovery Plan of Government to create employment opportunities across various sector and surrounding communities.
In her state of the Province address, The Free State Premier Sefora Ntombela said she has created a Task Team to drive strategic infrastructure projects. The Task Team will play a central coordinating function in the identification, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategic infrastructure projects.
“The Task Team is led by the Director-General and will work closely with Infrastructure South Africa led by Dr. Kgosientso Ramokgopa, said the Premier”. As part of the Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan unveiled by President Ramaphosa, Free State Government will work together with Infrastructure South Africa to implement various infrastructure projects in the province.
The team will visit to the following site:
Day One: Monday, 12 April 2021
Part One: Braam Fischer International Airport Node Project
Time: 14h00 – 14h30
Part Two: Botshabelo Industrial Park
Time: 15h30 – 17h30
Day Two: Wednesday, 14 April 2021
Part One: Homesek Dairy and Sinayo Group
Time: 09h30 – 10h30
Part Two: Virginia Gas Project
Time: 12h00 – 13h30
Part Three: Phakisa Raceway Project


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Standard T&P Relief Valve
Wisdom Temperature & Pressure Relief Valves are especially designed for the protection of water heaters, storage tanks against both excessive temperature and pressure in emergency conditions.
When actuating by setting temperature or pressure, the T&P valve will open and discharge sufficient water, thus allow the tanks internal pressure to drop below its safety limits.
Wisdom T&P relief valves are manufactured to meet standard EN 1490, ANSI Z21.22 and AS 1357.1.


When traveling, I like to capture landmarks and structures that I don’t have where I reside. In my recent trip to the windy city there were examples of this all over the city and nothing represented this them more than the water tower. Standing like a medieval castle among the modern of today, the tower was built in 1869, the tower was constructed to house a large water pump, intended to draw water from Lake Michigan. It is the second-oldest water tower in the United States, after the Louisville Water Tower in Louisville, Kentucky. I love the contrast of the old and new. Plenty more to see in Chicago!
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The invisible secondary window
Secondary pane of heat-treated glass without a frame. Aesthetic solution for sound reduction and energy optimisation of windows – new or old.
Optoglas accessories can be used to fit the heat-treated glass on the existing window frame.
Optoglas is a trademarked system for manageable and easy energy optimisation and sound insulation of existing windows.
Sustainability, comfort and indoor climate
Optoglas is a sustainable solution, and due to the fact that it is fitted on existing window frames it helps improve comfort and indoor climate with a minimum of inconvenience. As panes are made to measure, it is also suitable for oblique or curved frames.
As a member of the Danish Association of Glaziers, we offer our customers the security of a five-year guarantee on all Optoglas accessories.
Better insulation and less noise
Optoglas provides 30% better insulation than equivalent double-glazing, and has a better U-value (2.2) than a double-glazed pane. A U-value of 1.7 can be achieved if a special, neutral energy glass is used – equivalent to a triple-glazed pane (DS 418).
Optoglas absorbs sound. For further information, please read Delta’s report. For the moment it is only available in Danish.
The Optoglas® team:
Steen Bjerg, Thomas Nordahl, Janne Axelsen.


The Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge spans the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada. It opened in 2010, taking 7 years and approximately $240 million to build. The bridge was the first concrete-steel composite arch bridge built in the United States, and it incorporates the widest concrete arch in the Western Hemisphere. At 840 feet (260 m) above the Colorado River, it is the second-highest bridge in the United States, following the Royal Gorge Bridge. It is also the world’s highest concrete arch bridge. The bridge is located approximately 30 miles (48 km) southeast of Las Vegas, Nevada, and carries U.S. Route 93 over the Colorado River. It was the key component of the Hoover Dam Bypass project. (Source:Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
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For photos taken during construction, please visit Travel With Intent.


(KLZA)-- On a 7-1 vote, the Falls City Council this week approved a request to build a wood post frame building with metal siding at 1718 Abbott Street.
Kirby Oliver plans to build a 32 x 26-foot garage in the residential neighborhood. Requests to construct metal buildings in a residential neighborhood come before the Council for approval. City Administrator Gary Jorn said he researched the origins of the process, noting previous concerns about metal buildings being constructed in residential neighborhoods.
Fourth Ward Council member Derrick Leyden said he had visited with the closest neighbor who had no issue with the idea.
Third Ward Councilman John Vaughn cast the dissenting vote, noting that in his opinion, a large post-frame building does not belong in a residential neighborhood.
Oliver will be replacing a garage that was previously damaged by fire.


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Unrivaled Experience in the Industry
We are known worldwide as the number one supplier of tank liner, geomembrane covers for lagoons and other wastewater storage applications. We have an expert in-house team of engineers that can work with you to ensure your wastewater curtain is designed to provide the most excellent performance geared towards your unique application.
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Our world-class wastewater storage basin products offer the best durability and we stand behind them with guaranteed satisfaction. We have proprietary coatings that are resistant to the elements and allow our “no leak” policy to commence while also providing the best corrosion and abrasion resistance in the market today. All our wastewater storage basin and wastewater curtain products are manufactured using the strictest standards of quality in controlled environments thereby eliminating application risks that are associated with field installation. No matter how big or small the project is, IEC Covers can guarantee an on time, get-it-right-the-first-time delivery.
We provide you with a single contact person from order entry through completion and acceptance of your project to ensure all your requirements and specifications are met.
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With IEC Covers wastewater storage basin you get superior and durable construction and expert field installation. This means that you achieve lower and overall lifecycle costs when compared to alternatives. The fast field installation reduces the downtime of critical processes and our products can be put into service even during inclement weather. Our reduced initial cost and maintenance requirements allow you to stay within budget.
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Our wastewater storage basin offers higher specific strength compared to others in the market and can also resist higher temperature levels too. Its excellent chemical and ultraviolet light resistant properties allow it to be an extremely cost-effective choice for your projects. The wastewater storage basin is field welded using hot wedge welders and extrusion welders that are virtually stronger than the sheet itself. No need to cover due to its superior ultraviolet resistance properties.
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When AMR was established in 1996, it had one mission: to provide “Excellence in Engineering Solutions and Service” in the Cayman Islands and the Caribbean. A fusion of two respected firms, AMR is vigorous in its passion for the profession, people, and possibilities.
At AMR Consulting Engineers, we strive to find simple, efficient solutions for each task, problem, and project. We put in extra time and effort to determine the optimum solution , thus minimizing construction costs by eliminating the extraneous and focusing on the most efficient design that will culminate in best-value construction.
The AMR team collectively presents a portfolio of proven expertise on major regional and worldwide projects. At AMR, superior service is essential and it upholds itself to the highest standards. Its multi-disciplinary capabilities traverse a range of market sectors as its leaders reinforce best practices. Modern in its approach, AMR puts the specialties of its experts to the test, consistently delivering dependability alongside exceptional results.
We are a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy company covering all aspects of engineering within construction. We have extensive experience working in the Cayman Islands. We offer our clients a wide range of services from design to project management and site monitoring. Our experienced and qualified consulting team is known for delivering excellence.
AMR has been the recipient of the prestigious biennial Governor’s Award for Design and Construction Excellence in the Cayman Islands for five consecutive turns between 2011 and 2021. In 2011, for the geotechnical and structural engineering of Sea Grape House, an exemplary example of cutting-edge, sustainable, and luxurious residential design. In 2013, for the civil engineering of George Town Barcadere, for the highest level of creativity, sustainability, and environmental consideration. The award was received most recently for the structural engineering of the LEED® Platinum certified renovation of the Arch & Godfrey offices at 49 Mary Street which set new standards on the preservation of raw materials and efficiency in the Cayman Islands.
The biannual award is promoted by the Office of His Excellency the Governor of the Cayman Islands in liaison with the Cayman Society of Architects, Surveyors and Engineers (CASE) and the Cayman Contractors Association (CCA).
We have engineers with current professional registrations in Canada, the U.K, the U.S.A., and the Philippines. Some of our engineers have trained, worked, and qualified under top industry leaders such as ARUP, Ramboll, and Halsall Associates. Our engineers have successfully carried out commissions in many parts of the world including the U.K., Russia, Turkey, Philippines, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Bermuda, Canada, and the Caribbean. Our team of talented individuals and our global approach, integrated with local knowledge, towards engineering consulting services are the main reasons for our success. We believe in providing complete customer satisfaction by delivering excellent services to our clients.


American Subcontractor Group, Inc., a California corporation doing business as American Demolition (“American Demolition”), was formed in 1994. In 2010, American Demolition took over the operations of American Demolition/Concrete Cutting, Inc., a California corporation that was established in 1969. American Demolition offers a complete turnkey package to its customers, including asbestos and lead abatement, dismantling. saw cutting. wall sawing, interior strip-out, site clearing, contaminated soil excavation and spray-on fireproofing.
American Demolition prides itself on its reputation of being an innovative leader in demolition techniques. The key to the company’s success is an experienced field crew, versatile equipment and the ability to provide solutions and quality service to its customers.
American Demolition’s team consists of trained managers and seasoned field staff. By owning a large inventory of equipment, American Demolition is able to complete any type of project and price its work competitively. Through a commitment to excellence, American Demolition has successfully completed projects in airports, hospitals (OSHPD), industrial facilities, government facilities, high rises, amusement parks, shopping centers, bridges and parking structures. No project is too small or too large.


Garratt Lane, Earlsfield – Basement and Steel Frame Structure
PEJA Surveying have taken this basement and steel frame structure all the way from tender stage to final account.
King Edwards VII Estate – Ground & Frame Development in Midhurst, West Sussex
Francis Holland School – Ground & Frame Development in Chelsea, South West London
The Boatman, Bermondsey – Residential Development in South East London
Project Value :£2M
Peter worked on this 9 unit residential development on the outskirts of Central London as a Project Quantity Surveyor.
Westfield House, Earlsfield – Residential Development in South West London.
Project Value :£42M
Peter worked on this residential development for Galliford Try and played a major part in delivering this flagship project on time and within budget.
Full material take-off and costings produced
Full material take-off and BOQ produced for this development along with labour and material costings


Blair are situated in the picturesque village of Pott Shrigley in the western foothills of the Peak District overlooking the Cheshire plain. Our location is ideally suited for our main service area of North west England.
We offer borehole drilling services throughout the UK and water filtration and treatment service throughout the North of England.
Our modern premises incorporate a purpose built workshop and spares dept, manufacturing and assembly facilities, plant yard, water testing laboratory and offices.
Opening hours 9 – 5pm Mon – Fri


Free Initial Site Visit and Consultation
An initial consultation and site visit are offered on a no charge and no obligation basis. This event is an opportunity to discuss project feasibility, building design and style, planning matters and Building Regulations and what help you require from CBS Architectural Services.
Practical Building Solutions
The initial site visit may identify structural defects or other issues that require addressing. If you decide to engage CBS Architectural Services, these issues will be fully discussed with you and practical solutions identified to resolve them. These solutions are then incorporated into the building design drawings.
Detailed Design Drawings
Following a full measured site survey, building design drawings are created, using CAD software, with close reference to your requirements. The concept for the design drawings will consider your budget and any constraints that may exist legislatively or on site. The building design drawings can then be developed further for planning and/or Building Regulations submissions.


CYCLING TOUR: Zagreb bridges
Zagreb Sava bridges a series of road, rail and pedestrian bridges that connect the left and right bank of the Sava River in Zagreb. Although spreads on both banks of the Sava, Zagreb has little bridges. According to the General Urban Plan of the City provides for the construction of several new bridges.
For centuries, the river exceeded the rafts, and the biggest turnover was on the way to Karlovac and not with the main crossing at the end of today’s Sava road. The first wooden bridge was built at the site, and in 1892 was replaced by an iron bridge with wooden help for the car and a pedestrian, who was later replaced by reinforced concrete slabs and asphalt surface. Only in the period from 1935 to 1937.na same location built steel construction of the bridge on the existing piers in the river. This solution ing. Milivoj Frković entered history as the first composite structure. The old structure is moved to Jakuševac long as the Red Bridge used for the circulation of vehicles and pedestrians. Railway Bridge in Zagreb was built in 1862 near the present site at the end of the Sava road with a girder superstructure, and in 1939 was the project engineer. Jure Eregli built a bridge that is still in use today.
The existing bridges across the Sava river arranged downstream from Zapresic to Midsummer Rivers:
Most Zapresic (built in 1980, designer Joseph Novak)
Podsusedski Bridge (1982, architect Vojislav Draganic)
Jankomir bridge (1958, architect James Tonković, erected in 2006, the second roadway, designer Mate Pezer)
Adriatic Bridge (1981, architect Zvonimir Loncaric)
Sava vehicular bridge (1938, architect Milivoj Frković)
New railway (Green) Bridge (1939)
Liberty Bridge (1959, architect James Tonković)
Most youth (1974, architect Vojislav Draganic)
Railway bridge at Mičevac (1968, architect Ljubomir Jevtović) -srušen
Homeland Bridge (2007, architects Rajko Veverka and Martin Balic)
Most Sava River Midsummer (1981, architect Zvonimir Loncaric)
At this interesting excursion you will see 7 bridges.
Its length is 50 kilometers. Duration 5 hours. The surface being driven on the combined and consists of asphalt, gravel and clay decorated shares. The length and duration of the trip can be reduced. The trip is not physically demanding so you can take and less prepared drivers.
The beginning and end of the trip is in the nature park Maksimir at the main entrance with it that can go from any location in the city if the group so prefer. If you are located in one of Zagreb bed and breakfast we would be glad to adapt to your needs and deliver bikes to the address.
Driving through the city along the marked bike paths come to Youth Bridge, cross the bridge and the southern embankment along the lake Bundek drive towards Podsusedsko bridge crossing as Freedom Bridge and the Adriatic bridge. We reach Podsusedsko bridge where we cross to the north side of the Sava River. Here begins the return. We drive to Lake Jarun mound around which we work circle. At the lake we can make a longer stay for a drink or lunch. Eating and drinking is not included in the price of the trip and by every customer pays for itself directly caterer. After the break we return to the Most youth and further to the place of departure.
Price per person is 100.00 HRK (just rent a bike and equipment). Minimum number of applicants on 4 guide service is free of charge. The price includes bike rental and basic equipment (2 hours). Price can be increased if you want to extend the duration of the trip.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: helmet, bottle of water.
Recommended equipment NOT INCLUDED: backpack, a spare T-shirt, jacket, cycling gloves and pants, a means of protection from the sun and mosquitoes.
Your Outdoor Team Spirit
Vaš Outdoor Spirit Team


In the dynamic realm of design-build (D&B) projects, the journey from concept to completion is a complex dance of creativity, collaboration, and, sometimes, unexpected challenges. One recurring scenario is the mismatch between client expectations and the delivered project. Let’s delve into the intricacies of this issue and explore practical solutions to ensure a smoother construction journey.
1. The Crucial Role of a Detailed Scope of Work
At the heart of every successful D&B project lies a comprehensive and detailed scope of work. The Request for Proposal (RFP) serves as the guiding light, providing a roadmap for both clients and vendors. To minimize discrepancies, clients must articulate their requirements meticulously, delving into specifics like transition profiles, artwork, planters, and more. A well-defined scope not only sets expectations but also acts as a reference point throughout the project.
2. Fostering Open Communication
The essence of any fruitful collaboration is communication. In the context of D&B projects, regular and transparent communication is non-negotiable. Clients, often non-technical individuals, must be encouraged to engage in ongoing discussions with D&B vendors. These conversations serve as a platform for clarification, addressing uncertainties, and fostering a shared understanding of the project’s nuances. A proactive approach to communication can prevent small details from snowballing into major issues.
3. Embracing an Integrated Design Process
Picture a scenario where clients, designers, and contractors join forces from the project’s inception. This integrated design process lays the groundwork for shared insights, early issue identification, and a harmonized vision. By involving all stakeholders in the initial stages, potential discrepancies are unearthed and resolved before construction kicks off. It’s a strategic move toward aligning expectations and reality.
4. The Power of Value Engineering
Value engineering is a concept that often remains underutilized but holds immense potential. It involves a systematic review of the project to enhance its value without compromising quality. In the context of D&B, clients can benefit from incorporating value engineering suggestions from vendors. While cost implications are a consideration, the long-term benefits often outweigh the initial investment.
5. Prototypes and Mock-Ups for Visualization
Seeing is believing, and in the world of design, visualizing the end product can be a game-changer. The creation of prototypes or mock-ups for critical project elements allows clients to witness the tangible aspects before full-scale construction begins. This not only aids in fine-tuning design details but also minimizes the chances of misunderstandings between the client’s vision and the vendor’s interpretation.
6. Flexibility in Contracts
Contracts need not be rigid documents set in stone. Introducing flexibility in contracts can be a strategic move. Contingency allowances and change order provisions provide the necessary breathing space to accommodate modifications without causing financial strain or project delays. A well-crafted contract serves as a safety net, adapting to the evolving needs of the project.
7. Educating Clients on Long-Term Benefits
Beyond the immediate deliverables, D&B projects should consider the long-term operational aspects. Clients, driven by cost concerns, might initially resist incorporating smart building technologies. However, educating them on the efficiency gains, sustainability benefits, and enhanced user experience can shift the perspective. It’s an investment that pays dividends in client satisfaction and building performance.
8. Due Diligence in Vendor Selection
The foundation of a successful D&B project is laid during the vendor selection process. Clients should conduct thorough due diligence, scrutinizing the track record, approach to projects, and overall capability of potential D&B vendors. A well-informed choice at this stage sets the tone for a collaborative partnership and reduces the likelihood of future discrepancies.
In conclusion, the challenges in D&B projects are not insurmountable. By emphasizing a detailed scope of work, fostering open communication, embracing an integrated design process, leveraging value engineering, visualizing through prototypes, introducing contract flexibility, educating clients on long-term benefits, and conducting diligent vendor selection, the industry can navigate the delicate balance between client expectations and project realities. It’s not just about building structures; it’s about constructing successful partnerships and lasting satisfaction.


Water Tank Renovation Project
Austin Water will begin work on the rehabilitation of the Lost Creek Water Reservoirs (storage tanks) in early September 2016. This project is part of the City of Austin Utility’s safety improvement program for water storage reservoirs.
The project includes preparing the surface and coating the interior and exterior portions of the two steel reservoirs next to the Lost Creek Limited District office on Quaker Ridge Dr. It also includes installing structural and safety improvements and upgrading aging equipment.
Work hours will be 7 a.m.—6 p.m. Monday – Friday. Some work may occur on Saturday. No work will take place on Sunday. Residents near the work site may hear noises during this time. The paint will be rolled on the exterior of the tanks, not sprayed.
A portion of the Lost Creek Blvd Park adjacent to the tanks will be closed beginning September 6 for the duration of the project which is scheduled to take about six months. The playground and gazebo areas will remain open. The only area being closed will be the open field on the east end of the park.
If you are planning an event during this time, you might want to consider the suitability of Boulder Trail Park as an alternative site. Please call the Lost Creek Limited District office at (512) 327-6243 or send an email to office@LostCreekLD.org if you have any questions about park facilities and availability.
If you have any questions or concerns about the project itself please contact:
Jill Mayfield Austin Water Public Information 512-972-0150 email@example.com
Joe Smith, P.E. Austin Water Project Manager 512-972-0231 Joe.B.Smith@austintexas.gov


by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Research Information in Cincinnati, Ohio .
Written in English
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6 URBAN STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN THE UNITED STATES The protection of aquatic life in urban streams requires an approach that incorporates all stressors. Urban Stream Syndrome reflects a multitude of effects caused by altered hydrology in urban streams, altered habitat, and pol- luted runoff. Get this from a library! National Conference on Urban Runoff Management: enhancing urban watershed management at the local, county, and state levels.. [Center for Environmental Research Information (U.S.);]. 5 times more runoff than a woodland area of the same size? The most recent National Water Quality Inventory reports that runoff from urbanized areas is the leading source of water quality impairments to surveyed estuaries and the third-largest source of impairments to surveyed lakes. In urban and suburban areas, much of the land surface is covered. The National Conference on Urban Runoff Management was held in Chicago, Illinois, from March 30 to April 2, The purpose of this conference was to bring to- gether national experts in the field of urban watershed management to discuss and share ideas and ap- proaches for effective urban watershed management.
National Water Conference. This book contains papers presented at the ASCE National Water Conference held at the University of Delaware, Newark, DE, July , The National Water Conference was cosponsored by the Irrigation and Drainage Division and the Water Resources Planning and Management Division of ASCE. The conference focused on major water Cited by: 3. This manual comprises a holistic view of urban runoff quality management. For the beginner, who has little previous exposure to urban runoff quality management, the manual covers the entire subject area from sources and effects of pollutants in urban runoff through the development of management plans and the design of controls. For the municipal stormwater management . Urban runoff is surface runoff of precipitation created by runoff is a major source of flooding and water pollution in urban communities worldwide.. Impervious surfaces, such as roads, parking lots, rooftops and sidewalks, are constructed during land rain storms and other precipitation events, these surfaces carry polluted stormwater to storm drains. Unfortunately, this book can't be printed from the OpenBook. If you need to print pages from this book, we recommend downloading it as a PDF. Visit to get more information about this book, to buy it in print, or to download it as a free PDF.


What are Ice Dams?
What Causes Ice Dams?
How Can I Stop Ice Dams?
Ice dams are a thick layer of ice that builds up on the eaves of a roof.
Ice dams begin when warm air rises to the underside of your roof sheathing; (decking); melts the snow and then when temperatures drop, it refreezes. Continual repetition of this thaw and freeze cycle creates ice dams. Often times, there is a gap in the insulation between the baffle and the top of the exterior wall. A combined air leakage into the house through the exterior wall insulation with lack of air ventilation can also facilitate ice dams. They are caused because of issues with ventilation and insulation
Attics need to breathe. Another factor may be at the eaves and ridge venting could be impeded by insulation blocking the air flow across the roof plane.
At A. M. Burney Exteriors, Inc., we look to see if any of these conditions are the cause of ice dams. We also look at the ridge vent design to see if it allows wind driven snow into the attic. The ridge deck needs to be the same temperature as the outside air to prevent snow that accumulates on the roof from melting and refreezing at the eaves.
Missing insulation is very common in both ceilings and walls. Insulation may have been improperly installed, settled over time or shifted. But all can be fixed
If you have ice dams, a good time to address this issue is when you are installing a new roof. We prefer to address these issues before starting any roofing installation.
Give us a call today for a consultation and we can investigation your home to see what may be causing your ice dam issues. We proudly serve the Twin Cities Metro and surrounding suburbs like Burnsville, Stillwater, Lino Lakes, St. Paul, Minneapolis, West St. Paul, Plymouth and Minnetonka and more. Check out our complete list of cities is on our home page.
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ice dam issues?
- Increase overall comfort of your home.
- Lower heating and cooling costs.
- Ice dams destroy asphalt shingles.
- Ice dams can cause damage to gutters and soffits.
- Ice dams can cause leaks to the interior ceiling and walls of your home.
- Once the problem is addressed, adds re-sale value to your home.


A lot of country homes are not linked to a keys sewer system. These homes rely upon a self-supporting sewage treatment plant called a septic system.
If you have a septic tank, or are thinking about the acquisition of a residence with one, there are life-saving realities you require to learn about sewage-disposal tanks.
A sewage-disposal tank takes the sewer from your home, the solids resolve out and also oil drifts to the top. In between the 2 layers is a clear watery layer that is piped away to an absorption location where it is enabled to percolate away, with the dirt. Soil germs break down any nutrients before the sewage gets to the water bearing rocks, or any kind of streams.
Sewage-disposal tanks are usually hidden in the ground. There are 3 primary types, all which cause different concerns.
Steel containers corrosion, specifically when buried in the ground. A steel sewage-disposal tank can be so rusty that it could cause somebody walking over it falling via and also right into the tank. The hapless individual is stifled by the methane generated in the tank, or drowns.
Concrete containers might be damaged inside, bring about check here long-term and pricey to remedy damage to the absorption drain-field.
The most awful storage tanks are those built from concrete obstructs on site. Sometimes the blocks are simply laid as well as not sealed together. Also if they are sealed together years of assault from acidic sewage will certainly dissolve the mortar. These containers can fall down without warning and also most likely fail to satisfy local preparation and ecological protection guidelines.
How do you tell if your septic system has issues?
If there are ANY locations of sunken ground around it STEER CLEAR OF. Call in a service provider promptly. If you step on these areas you can fall with, right into the septic tank as well as pass away. These are signs that your septic storage tank has actually partially broken down.
Look for signs of solid sewer product in the drain-field area. If the drain-field has actually been polluted since the sewage-disposal tank has actually not been drained consistently, this can be extremely pricey to rectify.
If you are purchasing a house with a septic container, you should demand the storage tank being drained and also an examination by a septic system professional performed. It is not feasible to take a look at a septic container properly while it is full.
You may have to pay for a specialist to provide you a record, however this will certainly be a small quantity as compared to the expense of any type of essential therapeutic job


In ther water treatment process, solid-liquid separation and its equipment are one of the key projects. Dissolved air flotation is one of the most effective methods whose specific gravity near than that of water.
GSLF Type Vertical DAF has the same working principle with the other DAF devices. But we have changed its structure which is different from other DAFs. GSLF Vertical DAF presents cylinder basin, using central water distribution. It is convenient for sludge floating and thickening by the separation zone structure design. In the small water treating capacity, the GSLF Vertical DAF has been widely applied in sewage recontruction project in the tight space.
二、Type And Its Indication
GSLF— □ —— Treatment capacity (m3/h)
※Less land occupation
※High surface load
※Easy operation and convenient for maintenance
Vertical DAF is suitable for:
Disposal of waste water in electroplatingindustry
Disposal of waste water in leather industry
Disposal of waste water in printing anddyeing industry
Disposal of waste water in slaughterindustry
Other sewage water which has the floatingidentity (liquid-solid separation and oil-water separation)
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Chester Northgate is the proposed regeneration of the north-west quarter of Chester city centre.
With planning consent having been granted in September 2019, the development's first phase in now gearing up for the start of construction. It will provide a 6-screen Picturehouse cinema, a new food hall and market, restaurants and cafés, and a 788-space multi-storey car park built to serve the needs of this new city centre destination.
The development will be set around a new public square with pedestrian links through to Northgate Street and to the highly successful Storyhouse cultural centre with its 800-seat theatre and library.
Future phases – designed around open pedestrian streets and public spaces – will integrate seamlessly with both Phase 1 and the existing city centre, and complete the mixed-use revitalisation of a significant area of the city centre.


Trenchless technology describes tunneling below the surface of the planet to install or repair pipelines and also lines without digging the surface. This way, trenchless technology prevents disturbance in everyday life, decreasing the ecological influence and also overall cost of building and construction. It is additionally a much safer option as well as needs much less time for repair as compared to conventional innovation as well as pipes in Vallejo.
1. Typical Sewage System Lines Require Time for Repair
With cracks and blockages, pipes can fall apart over time. Tree roots situated within the ground can also create a great deal of damages to sewage system lines situated listed below. Nevertheless, trenchless innovation helps avoid these issues. As opposed to excavating plenty of hrs for drain line fixings in Vallejo, specialists can simply change the drain lines without triggering damage to the setting. In addition, service technicians don't have to invest additional time using pricey hefty equipment to fix the lines.
2. Trenchless Modern Technology Is Ingenious
Trenchless technology is a type of subsurface building and construction activity that entails couple of or no continuous trenches. It is fairly effective because it minimizes the impact on the setting while likewise reducing the requirement to use hefty equipment. Service technicians only need to dig small openings or less trenches in order to complete their work. They can likewise utilize micro video cameras in industrial pipes in Vallejo to support their groups remotely.
3. It Decreases Environmental Effect
Trenchless modern technology lowers the ecological impact considering that it does not entail excavating under creeks and rivers. Most importantly, it does not influence ecologically delicate areas, which makes it a wonderful technology in today's globe. No pet populace needs to be disrupted when working on the ground. On the other hand, digging large trenches, specifically in a subjected open cut, can cause more air contamination as contrasted to trenchless innovation.
4. Trenchless Innovation Is Safe
Trenchless innovation is likewise a risk-free method when handling tight areas needing steep excavations. Concerns like water as well as mud in the tunnel can conveniently be prevented, eventually lowering the existence of landslides.
5. It Is Economical
Trenchless innovation is much more economical as compared to various other types of modern technology due to the fact that it does not include architectural adjustment, such as digging the trenches. No excavating equipment is involved, as well as very little cleanup is required. Most importantly, very less manual work is called for to handle trenchless modern technology, which indicates individuals do not need to employ a great deal of personnel to finish the tasks. Despite the fact that trenchless innovation is a little bit extra pricey as compared to open-cut excavation, it can conserve a lot of prices over time. Expenses can likewise be conserved because they assist in relocating old utilities.
Trenchless modern technology is just one of one of the check here most cutting-edge means to put down pipes and lines under the ground today. It is a much safer and also cost-effective alternative as compared to other kinds of modern technology. From hot water heater installation in Vallejo to sewer line repair, there are many firms using a wide variety of pipes services in the area. To have a trenchless task done, it's best to look for a trusted company with significant experience in the field.
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4 edition of Concrete Framed Structures (Stability & Strength Series) found in the catalog.
Concrete Framed Structures (Stability & Strength Series)
December 31, 1990
Written in English
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Concrete Basicsaims to provide a clear, concise explanation of all aspects of making quality concrete; from the Materials and Properties involved through Planning, Preparation, Finishing and Curing. Concrete Basicsaddresses the needs of unskilled and semi-skilled persons undertaking general concreting projects including home and handyman projects. Multi-Storey Precast Concrete Framed Structures By Kim S. Elliott, Colin Jolly Precast reinforced and prestressed concrete frames provide a high strength, stable, durable and robust solution for any multi-storey structure, and are widely regarded as a high quality, economic and.
conventional wood frame home are shown in Figure ; the reader is referred to Chapter 1 for more detailed references to house framing and related construction details. Many elements of a home work together as a system to resist lateral and axial forces imposed on the above-grade structure and transfer them to the foundation. Book • Edited by: The new Prague tower erected in is composite steel and concrete frame structure. The highest point of tower is m above ground. The heavy industry had been the first priority of Czech Republic till Almost all structures of this industry were made from steel. Nowadays, this branch of industry is slowly.
There will be no framed floor in the case of a single-level structure with a concrete floor known as a slab on grade. Stairs between floors are framed by installing stepped stringers and then placing the horizontal treads and vertical risers. A framed roof is an assembly of rafters and wall-ties supported by the top storys walls. Reinforced Concrete Structures are one of the most popular structural elements. It is very much competitive with steel if economically designed and executed practically where labour for centering and formwork is cheap. The philosophy for Reinforced Concrete Structures tells that Concrete is strong in compression but very weak in tension.
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From the Back Cover. The use of precast concrete in multi-storey buildings is now widely regarded as an economic, structurally sound and versatile form of construction.
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When it comes to designing main private stairways for residential houses, adhering to proper standards and complying with the codes ensure both safety and functionality. Here are some key design guidelines to keep in mind :
1⃣ Depth of Tread: Ensure a minimum tread depth of 280mm. This provides sufficient space for comfortable and secure footing as you ascend or descend the stairs.
2⃣ Maximum Riser Height: Maintain a maximum riser height of 190mm. This helps prevent tripping hazards and promotes a smooth transition between steps.
3⃣ Inclined Angle: The maximum inclined angle should not exceed 37 degrees. This allows for a gradual ascent or descent, providing stability and ease of movement.
By following these design standards, we ensure that your residential stairway meets the standard safety and comfort requirements.


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One of the many reasons why homeowners call for emergency plumbing services is because of sewer backups. A blocked wastewater line is a cause for concern because it can lead to flooding of your home. Besides, damaging your property and valuables, overflowing wastewater is a health hazard. Cleaning wastewater is no easy task, and you might need home cleaning services, which can set you back hundreds of dollars. Therefore, homeowners should recognise the tell-tale signs of sewer backups and institute repair measures early. Here are a few aspects to know about domestic sewer backups.
1. Understand Sewer Backups
Sewer lines or drains are integral in a plumbing system because they remove wastewater from toilets, shower, washing areas, and sinks. The water is then channelled into a municipal sewer line. A sewer drain might gradually get clogged, forcing water to back up into a home. Dirt and debris, coupled with the possibility of a domestic sewer line getting breached by tree roots, are the common reasons for blockage. Sewer back up can cause severe water damage to your home. In addition, contaminated water can lead to mould growth due to the dampness caused by moisture. Sewer backups can be localised to one area or affect an entire home because of a blockage in the main sewer line.
2. Perform Preventive Maintenance
Instead of waiting until a sewer line blocks and sends wastewater back into your home, you should practice preventive maintenance. Proper waste disposal is one way of ensuring minimal sewer blockage. For instance, don't pour liquids or force certain solids into the drains, including sanitary items, fruit and vegetable peelings, fats, and oils. Also, consult a tree professional to remove roots before they damage your sewer line. Alternatively, you can replace older cast iron drains with plastic alternatives, which allow roots to grow around them.
3. Diagnose and Repair
When you call for emergency plumbing services to repair a sewer backup problem, an expert will identify the source of the problem by performing visual and video inspections. Temporary solutions to sewer backup problems should be avoided, especially if the issue is recurrent. For instance, liquid sewer cleaners might not remove physical blockages. A common repair procedure is the use of high-pressure water, which forces dirt and debris out of a sewer system. Scrubbing a sewer line using pressured water is effective and does not lead to breakages. If a sewer line is seriously damaged, especially when breached by roots, you must replace it with a durable sewer pipe.
Learn more by contacting local 24/7 plumbing services.