County Road 52, between County Road 164 and County Road 4 in Beauford Township, will be closed for a bridge replacement project beginning on April 16, 2018. Drivers should expect this portion of County Road 52 to be closed until June 2018. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes.
It is recommended that residents and landowners contact the Blue Earth County Public Works Department to coordinate access concerns with the County and the Contractor, ICON Constructors. For more information on the County Road 52 project, please contact the Blue Earth County Highway Department at (507) 304-4025.


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Selecting the ideal roof material for your residence can be a mystery for several home owners. With the number of options offered, it has come to be progressively challenging to pick.
Over the last few years, residential steel roofing has actually expanded substantially in popularity as lots of homeowners have actually learned of its toughness, while others have focused on the several styles as well as shades available. Nonetheless, there is still a greater number who are aiming to unravel the hints.
Tom Black, executive supervisor of the Steel Roofing Alliance (MRA), addresses one of the most common concerns most home owners have about metal roof:
Why should a property owner think about steel roof covering?
Metal roofing has numerous advantages. For instance, steel roof coverings have a reduced life process price compared to the majority of traditional roofing material such as asphalt or cedar and it can endure serious weather condition such as hailstorm, snow, high winds in addition to fire. It's also offered in numerous styles and colors to fit virtually any home.
Just what is the total expense of a metal roofing system?
Metal roofing systems could originally set you back three to four times greater than typical roof materials, but homeowners need to remember that the normal asphalt or cedar roofing system requires substitute every 15 years. While asphalt or cedar roofings are initially cheaper, when home owners think about the cost of a steel roofing system spread out over a 60-year duration, metal is the clear selection.
Do metal roof coverings feature service warranties?
While many exceptional asphalt roofings will last from 12 to Twenty Years, steel can last greater than 60. That's why you'll locate most metal roofing with warranties of concerning 50 years-- almost 4 times more than most various other roofing items.
Typically aren't metal roofing systems noisy?
Never. Steel roof coverings with strong sheathing and insulation control noise from rainfall, hailstorm and also bad weather condition equally as well as any other roof covering material.
Exactly how does steel roof covering stand his explanation up to extreme weather condition?
Metal roof is the most sturdy roof covering material readily available. Whether it's hail, snow, severe winds and even fire, metal roofing shields homeowners from whatever Mother earth can throw their method. For example, in a hailstorm storm, a metal roof covering's strong framework avoids dents, dings as well as other damage hail is understood to create. Actually, house Newtown roofers owners in some locations receive as much as a 30 percent reduction in their property owners insurance coverage for more information having a metal roofing system set up.
Will metal roof covering aid battle the climbing cost of power?
One of the most helpful aspects of metal roof is its ability to shield a residence. Not only does metal roofing maintain your home comfortable regardless of the weather outside, but it can actually decrease cooling and home heating bills.
Will metal roof covering fit with the style of my home and area?
Absolutely! Metal roof can be found in a selection of styles, colors and also surfaces and is made to look much like other preferred kinds of roofing product including cedar shake, slate, asphalt tiles and clay tiles.
Where can house owners opt for more info on steel roof?
Property owners could go to www.metalroofing.com to get more information about metal roof, view the various designs available as well as join the "Ask the Experts" section.


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History of Our CreeksIn the early 1900s the whole of Walnut Creek occupied roughly the area of the current downtown. There was a bridge over San Ramon Creek about where Creekside Drive is to provide access to town from the south. The creeks were in their natural channels. People fished and swam in them and had picnics on their banks. This is not to say that there were no impacts, however. A tomato cannery on the site of the present Target store poured so much tomato waste into the creek that the water ran red during canning season.
The County Flood Control District was created in 1951. The Agricultural District which preceded it built some drop structures, especially upstream in San Ramon Creek, but the channel was still essentially unaltered. The large drop structure on Las Trampas Creek just west of Main Street dates from this decade.
There were three major floods in downtown Walnut Creek between 1955 and 1962. The April 1958 flood inundated 1000 homes and 100 stores. Large areas of Pleasant Hill and Martinez were also affected as the water rushed to the river.
The culvert under Broadway Plaza was built in the 1960s as a result of an agreement between the City of Walnut Creek, the developer, and the County. The size of the culvert was a political decision. Since flood measurement was a less exact science then than it is now, the culvert was arbitrarily sized at eight times the calculated high water flow. John Nejedly, then the City Attorney, wanted to make sure there would never be a problem.
After the floods, local interests turned to the Army Corps of Engineers for help . The Corps developed a plan involving a system of levees, drop structures, and concrete channels. Construction took six years – 1965-71. It began at Suisun Bay and proceeded upstream to Ygnacio Valley Road. The effect of all this was major changes in the streambed and flow and the riparian corridor. The creek is in a trapezoidal dirt channel from the bay to Monument Boulevard. From there to Ygnacio Valley Road it is in an open concrete box channel with very little room at top of bank. The riparian vegetation was removed for flood control purposes. Weeds and exotic grass replaced it. Salmon and steelhead were regularly seen in downtown Walnut Creek until this point, but now they vanished, blocked by the drop structures.
By the end of this construction period the national environmental movement had begun. The Open Space issue was front and center in Walnut Creek. People realized that creeks had value and they shouldn’t just be constrained, boxed, and forgotten. The environmentalists took up the cause of the creeks. Among other activities, Jo Ann Hanna, one of the leaders in the formation of the Open Space, organized Las Lomas High School students to demonstrate against putting the creek in a concrete box culvert in front of their school and placing a path on top of it.
Negotiations were deadlocked for more than a decade over the environmentalists’ insistence that the downtown Walnut Creek channel not be further altered. Finally after the County’s purchase of the old Southern Pacific Right of Way in the mid 1980s, all parties agreed to an open concrete channel on the right of way (now the Iron Horse Trail). A bypass structure north of Rudgear Road directs a controlled amount of water into the natural creek channel and anything above that into the concrete bypass channel. Another structure just south of Ygnacio Valley Road connects the two channels again. This was constructed in 1990-91. Later the section south of Newell Avenue was covered and the South Broadway extension put on top.
Things started looking up for the creeks when Pam Romo organized the first creek cleanup in May 1990. Later that year, she persuaded the City Council to establish a task force to create a plan to restore and enhance habitat on the downtown creeks and provide a trail for the public to enjoy the creeks. In 1993, the Council adopted the finished Creeks Restoration and Trails Master Plan.
Task force members formed Friends of the Creeks in 1994 to work with the City to implement the Master Plan and to be advocates for the creeks.
Fishing in Walnut Creek early 1900's
Walnut Creek Historical Society, used by permission


Due to NJDOT construction work on Route 45’s Railroad Crossing, Route 45 will be closed at the Railroad Crossing starting Tuesday July 7, 2020 at 7:00 AM until Friday July 17, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Below is a map of the new traffic pattern during construction.
Please reach out to the NJDOT’s Office of Community and Constituent Relations at (609) 963-1892, with any questions regarding NJDOT’s construction work on the Railroad Crossing.
Detailed description of the new traffic pattern: Traffic will use Route 45 (Mantua Pike), Parkville Station Road (CR656), Kings Highway (CR550), and Route 45 (S. Broad Street) and vice versa. Due to no-left turn restrictions and volume concerns, special routings will be as follows:
At intersection with Parkview Station Road, NB Route 45 truck traffic intends to cross the track on the north will be signed to make right turn to Ogden Road and take Parkville Station Road (as a jug handle) to WB Parkville Station Road. Non-truck traffic will continue going on NB Route 45 and using South Evergreen Avenue and South Barber Avenue to by-pass the RR crossing; At intersection with Carpenter Street, local SB Route 45 traffic intends to cross the track on
the south will be going on NB Route 45 first, and then signed to make right turn to Carpenter Street, using South Barber Avenue, left turn back to SB Route 45, then bearing right to take the detour on WB Salem Avenue.


Michigan’s W.K. Kellog Airport in Battle Creek now sustains in excess of 1,500 aviation jobs, with the opening of its brand new runway on Thursday.
The runway – the airport’s second – was first proposed nearly a decade ago, after increased air traffic in the Southern Michigan region lead to significant capacity problems and limitations. Officials behind the runway project said that they were first aware of the problematic popularity in 2001, and in 2003 plans for the new runway were given the go ahead.
Battle Creek Transportation Director, Larry Bowron, said that the runway will be a significant benefit to the whole of the Battle Creek community, not least of all because of the new ground crew jobs and aviation maintenance jobs it has created, which number in their hundreds.
“It’s important for Battle Creek because the airport is one of the largest sources of economic development for the city, it has over 1,500 jobs, we’re land rich,” he said. “We can continue to attract large corporations like Duncan Aviation, the College of Aviation, additional military units. We have a lot of room to grow.”
The project saw $25 million poured in to the airport and its facilities. The new runway will slowly be brought into service, and will be ready for full use in a few months.


We will assemble at the bike parking facility at on the west side of Union Station, at First Street NE, near Union Station Drive NE, by the Bike Station. After a discussion of conditions, we will proceed to Pizzeria Uno, on the second level, for the rest of the meeting.
- Discussion of the current conditions of the existing bicycle parking at Union Station and Station's development plans as discussed at the Federal Railroad Administration's initial Public Scoping meeting held December 7, 2015.
- Discussion bike parking at Union Station.
- Discussion and consensus of preferred options for the proposed north/south corridor for eastern downtown. If you were unable to attend DDOT's public meeting to see the alternatives, covered here.
- Discussion of traffic patterns around Union Station.
If you cannot attend, please place your comments below or let us know by Twitter @DCBAC.


The insulation technology developed a lot over the past decades, but overall, the traditional insulation systems have signiﬁcant cross-section and complex technological layering and therefore their construction is time-consuming and structurally fragile. The essential part of mass of traditional insulation systems becomes waste after some time, the removal and destruction of which is a major environment damaging problem.
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Developers have for years built buildings with environmental efficiency in mind.The structures typically have superior energy usage, environmentally friendly rainwater management and eco-friendly building materials. The buildings and their owners got awarded for this behavior, too, in the form of LEED certification: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.In that spirit, HAPO Credit Union’s building at 13909 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd. has achieved something similar, but different.In December, the Vancouver branch of the Richland-based credit union achieved WELL certification, which emphasizes employee health and wellness.The credit union, part of a nine-city HAPO network, opened in March 2018 and was designed with the WELL certification in mind, local branch manager Dawn Magnotta said.“We wanted to be cutting edge,” she says. “It’s hard to miss this branch when you’re on Mill Plain — it’s a showstopper.”The WELL certification program launched in 2014. The HAPO branch in east Vancouver is one of more than 100 buildings that have joined the program, and it’s the first credit union to receive the certification. The International WELL Building Institute, based in New York, calls itself a leader in “the global movement to transform our buildings and communities in ways that help people thrive.”The idea to pursue the WELL standard came from Momentum, the Seattle-based design firm that HAPO hired to make the Vancouver project more distinctive.


On September 30th, Appalachian Regional Healthcare System celebrated another milestone in the construction of the Schaefer Family Patient Care Tower by joining Vannoy Construction for the “topping off” ceremony.
A topping off ceremony is a long-standing tradition among steel construction workers to commemorate the completion of a building’s steel structure.
During the ceremony the final steel beam – adorned with a small evergreen tree on one end and an American flag on the other – is placed at the highest point on the building. For some, the placement of the evergreen is a talisman of good fortune for the building’s future inhabitants.
The ceremony is also an opportunity for project teams and construction partners to celebrate the progress made and thank everyone involved.
The 48-bed Schaefer Family Patient Care Tower is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. The building will house larger patient rooms to accommodate high-tech mobile medical equipment, state-of-the-art surgical suites, an updated Emergency Department, women’s health services, imaging and laboratory services, and new waiting areas.
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Ice dams cause damage to roofs as they often build up on roof edges after a snowstorm. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, these shelves of ice are formed when the water from melted snow reaches the roof with a temperature of below 32 degrees and will again freeze to create a layer of ice on the roof. The process occurs again over the course of a few days, which eventually forms an ice dam that can be a foot thick and about three to four feet in length. When an ice dam form on your roof, it can cause damage to your home, so you may need to hire expert ice dam removal.
How can you prevent ice dams?
You can prevent ice dams when you use proper attic insulation and roof ventilation to ensure that the air leaks on the roof are sealed. However, you should do this immediately after the house is built. Most importantly, it is recommended to hire skilled contractors who have expertise in roof installation, remodeling, or repair.
Another way to prevent ice dams is to remove snow on your roof immediately after a heavy snowfall. You should take a special roof rake and rake off the loose snow on your roof before they harden into ice.
How to pick ice dam removal contractors?
When choosing an ice dam removal service provider, choose one that has the expertise and knowledge. Some ice dam removal companies, incidentally, are noted for charging by the hour. When this is the case, it is best to ask first how much is their service fee and how much work needs to be done on your roof.
These companies can also charge fees based on different factors such as the outdoor temperature, the location of the ice dams, and the amount of snow found on the roof among others. Finding an ice dam removal company is easy, but you should choose one that suits your budget and your needs.


REPAIR HEADSTONE BROKEN AT BASE
The stone has broken at the base. The old base is either broken itself or we can't get the stub out of the recess. How can we make a new base?
How To Cast a New Base for a Stone
In the early 1930's WPA workers restored many gravestone using the best-known material available, sand cement.
Tablet stones were often placed directly into bottomless forms filled with cement, or holes dug in the earth were filled with cement and the stone thrust directly into the "puddle". Many stones treated with this method have subsequently broken at the point where the stone enters the surface of the cement.
A recommended treatment for this situation is to cast a base of concrete (pre-mixed works well) with a recess for the stone of sufficient length, width, and depth to permit using a high mortar mix to secure the stone in the base.
Step 1. The first step in this process is measuring the stone to be reset (see fig.1) and then preparing a form of sufficient dimensions based on the measurements. Measure its height, width, and thickness. Particular care must be taken when measuring the width and thickness of that part of the stone that will be inserted into the formed recess in the cast base. Irregularities such as curvature, shoulders, and varying thickness must be taken into consideration. Also, the end to be inserted into the recess in the base must be at right angle (or nearly so) to the vertical edge of the stone. A particularly "ragged" bottom may be "trimmed" using a masonry blade in a circular saw. The safest method is employing a monument dealer to do the "trimming".
(Fig. 1) Stone dimensions
Step 2. A "box" form should be constructed that is 7 inches greater than the measured width and 7 inches thicker than the stone measurements. The height of the "box" form should be at least 6 inches plus an additional ½ inch for each 8-12 inches of the measured height of the stone. For example, for a 42-48" height the box depth would be 6-1/2".
(Fig. 2) Box for casting a new base
Step 3. Construct a block to form a recess in the box. The width and length of the block forming the recess should be at least 1 inch greater on both dimensions than the stone, depth at least 3 inches plus 1/2 inch deeper for each 8-12 inches of measured height of the stone above 36".
(Fig. 3) Side view of recess block
Step 4. Thoroughly saturate the interior surfaces of the box and the recess block with linseed oil or similar material to insure the form will "release" the casting when it is cured. Pour in the cement to the point where the recess block makes an indentation. Secure the recess block to the box form and continue filling the remaining space with concrete tamping with a stick to compact the concrete. As soon as the concrete surface becomes dull (about an hour) and a trowel mark holds its shape, remove the recess block carefully. Permit the casting to "cure" for a week, wetting it frequently to assist the "curing” process (see Fig. 4)
(Fig. 4) Top view of recess block
in box form filled with concrete
(the dark-shaded area).
If the block has become too firmly embedded in the concrete it can be extracted later using a masonry bit to drill several holes up from the bottom until the drill reaches the block; then drive the block out with a dowel. These holes will be covered when mortar is introduced to set the stone.
Step 5. The cast base should be allowed to "cure" for a week or so. Frequent wetting of the cast will aid in the curing process.
Step 6. Set the new base into the ground on a bed of pea gravel and sand for drainage. The top of the base should be an inch or so below grade so that it does not show since it could detract from the appearance of the stone. Check that the cast is level lengthwise and crosswise.
Step 7. To set the stone in place, a high lime mortar mix (1part #1 Portland cement, 4 parts hydrated lime, 8 parts fine sand) should be prepared. First lay a 1/2 inch layer of mortar in the bottom of the recess, set the stone in place, fill the perimeter with mortar to the top of the cast base and slightly above shaping a "bead" to assist water run-off (see Fig. 5)
(Fig. 5) Reset stone mortared into
the base and braced.
Step 8. Backfill and brace the stone ensuring it to be plumb (vertical) and level. Remove brace after a week or so.


Gutters, those unsung heroes of home maintenance, silently protect our abodes from the ravages of rain, snow, and debris. Yet, while we may admire their functional prowess from afar, the true champions are the often-overlooked gutter guards. Their significance extends beyond mere debris defense; gutter guards are a wise investment and a beacon of efficiency and peace of mind for homeowners.
The Importance of Gutter Guards
Gutter guards play a crucial role in maintaining the functionality and longevity of your home’s gutter system. Firstly, they prevent debris such as leaves, twigs, and pine needles from accumulating in the gutters. This debris could clog the system and lead to water overflow and damage to your property’s foundation, siding, and landscaping. By keeping gutters clear, gutter guards ensure rainwater can flow freely away from your home, reducing the risk of water damage and mold growth. Moreover, guards help minimize the need for regular gutter cleaning, saving homeowners time, effort, and money in the long run. With gutter guards in place, the frequency of gutter maintenance is significantly reduced, as they prevent debris from entering and accumulating within the gutters. This enhances the convenience of gutter maintenance and reduces the risk of accidents associated with climbing ladders to clean gutters.
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What is a rock socketed pile?
The term ‘socket piles’ (or rock sockets), refers to a technique that is used to embed a pile into solid rock. This can be necessary to utilise the full structural capacity of the piles for both compressive and tensile forces.
What is pile socket length?
The depth up-to which the RCC end bearing piles must be penetrated within the Hard Rock is known as the socket length. Example : The hard rock is available at a depth of say 10m from ground level.
Is code for rock socketed pile?
Information as per IS 2911 (Part l/Set 2). Geotechnical investigation data as laid down as per IS 1892, IS 13063 or any other relevant IS code. The rock profile, contours, the geological data and the necessary information as listed in IS 13063 along with the engineering and physical.
What is bored pile foundation?
Bored piles are cylindrical bodies made of concrete (with or without reinforcement) which are installed in the ground by a variety of methods. They transmit high structural loads into lower, load-bearing soils. The length, diameter, material, shape and layout of the piles can be varied according to their intended use.
Is 2911 Part 4 load test piles?
Broadly, piles transfer axial loads either substantially by friction along its shaft and/or by the end-bearing. The portion relating to load test on piles has been covered in a separate part, namely, IS 2911 (Part 4) : 1984 ‘Code of practice for design and construction of pile foundations: Part 4 Load test on piles’.
What is a end-bearing pile?
End-bearing piles develop most of their load-bearing capacity at the toe of the pile, bearing on a hard layer of rock or very dense soil and gravel. The pile transmits the load through soft, compressible strata directly onto firm strata. This type of pile therefore acts in the same way as a column.
What is static pile load test?
Static Load Tests measure the response of a pile under an applied load and are the most accurate method for determining pile capacities. The purpose of such tests is to verify that the load capacity in the constructed pile is greater than the nominal resistance (Compression, Tension, Lateral, etc.) used in the design.
When should bored piles be used?
Bored Piles can be used for massive construction complexes where the load of the vertical building structures is huge. Bored Piles can be used in difficult soil conditions. Piles can be extended to go beyond the depths of the frost penetration and seasonal moisture variation.
How does rock drilling work?
Rock drilling is all about power and speed. When the piston strikes a chuck, it transfers its kinetic energy as a stress wave through a drill rod to the drill bit, which uses this impact energy to pulverize the rock.
What is a socketed pile used for?
Piles socketed into rock are often used to support heavy loads from buildings and infrastructure. Piles typically of up to 1.8 m diameter carrying safe working loads of up to 40 MN are utilised in Australia. Their design has traditionally been based on conservative, empirical rules.
What determines the performance of rock socketed piles at design loads?
The performances of rock-socketed piles at design loads are mainly governed by the shear resistance and the base resistance developed at the interface between the concrete shaft/base and the surrounding rock mass.
What is the lateral capacity of a 3D socketed pile?
There was a considerable increase in the lateral capacity of the pile when the depth of socketing is three times the diameter of the pile into rock with a minimum embedment. In the 3D socketed piles, the lateral capacity of the pile is almost 18 times higher than the non-socketed piles.
What is garsp (rocket field socket procedure)?
Their design has traditionally been based on conservative, empirical rules. GARSP (Golder Associates Rocket field Socket Procedure) is a recent design innovation that provides a serviceability approach to design, and allows socket lengths to be optimised during the drilling process, often resulting in significant savings.


Contract Award: 4 Companies Selected for Global Contingency Construction Projects Worldwide
Department of Defense (DoD) awarded Ch2M Hill, Environmental Chemical Corporation (ECC), Kellogg, Brown, and Root (KBR), and URS Group a worldwide construction task order worth $800M. The construction and related engineering services would respond to natural disasters, humanitarian assistance and conflict areas. DoD also stated, the contractor in support of the construction effort, may be required to provide initial base operating support services, which will be incidental to construction efforts.
CH2M Hill Constructors, Englewood, Colo., Environmental Chemical Corp., Burlingame, Calif., Kellogg Brown and Root Services Inc., Arlington, Va. and URS Group Inc., Morrisville, N.C., are each being awarded an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, multiple award contract with provisions to issue cost-plus-award-fee or firm-fixed-price task orders for global contingency construction projects worldwide. The maximum dollar value including the base period and four option years for all four contracts combined is $800,000,000.
Approximately 60 percent capacity would be used for natural disasters and 40 percent would be used for miscellaneous work both inside and outside of the continental United States.
The work to be performed provides the Navy, on behalf of the Department of Defense, and on behalf of other federal agencies when authorized, an immediate response for construction services. The construction and related engineering services would respond to natural disasters, humanitarian assistance, conflict, or projects with similar characteristics. Work will be predominately construction. The contractor, in support of the construction effort, may be required to provide an initial base operating support services, which will be incidental to construction efforts.
The term of the contract is not to exceed 60 months, with an expected completion date of June 2018. Fiscal 2013 Operation and Maintenance, Navy contract funds in the amount of $100,000 will be obligated at the time of award, and will expire at the end of the current fiscal year. The contracts were competitively procured via the Navy Electronic Commerce Online website with 13 proposals received. The Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Atlantic, Norfolk, Va., is the contracting activity.
Headquartered near Denver, Colorado, employee-owned CH2M HILL is a global leader in full-service engineering, procurement, construction and operations for public and private clients. With more than $7 billion in revenue and 28,000 employees worldwide, CH2M HILL delivers innovative, practical, sustainable solutions—helping clients develop and manage infrastructure and facilities that improve efficiency, safety and quality of life.
KBR is headquartered in Houston, Texas, also known as the energy capital of the world. The Company employs over 27,000 people worldwide in locations that include the U.S., Australia, Africa, the U.K., Asia and the Middle East. KBR delivers a wide range of services through its Downstream; Gas Monetization; Infrastructure and Minerals; International Government, Defense and Support Services; North American Government and Logistics; Oil and Gas; Power and Industrial; Services; Technology; and Ventures business segments, and differentiates itself as a technology-driven engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.
ECC was founded in 1985 with a mission to support environmental programs for Federal government agencies. Our services included emergency response and hazardous waste treatment removal, and transportation and disposal (T&D) services. We compete against some of the world’s largest engineering, construction, design-build, and environmental cleanup companies and execute programs valued from $100,000 to $1 billion from office and project locations around the globe.
URS Corporation is a leading provider of engineering, construction and technical services for public agencies and private sector companies around the world. The Company offers a full range of program management; planning, design and engineering; systems engineering and technical assistance; construction and construction management; operations and maintenance; information technology; and decommissioning and closure services.
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The City of Surrey is continuing its expansion of cycling infrastructure with a bike route planned from City Centre to the Port Mann Bridge, but some local residents are concerned about the construction of a new cycling bridge.
The city sent close to 800 letters to local residents living near the proposed route and held an open house on Dec. 2.
“We had about 35 people come to the open house [of which] the majority were in support of the overpass in the range of 60 to 65 per cent,” said transportation planning manager Philip Bellefontaine. “There are people who are concerned and we recognize those concerns.”
The multi-use pedestrian and cycling only Bon Accord Bridge will connect 109 Avenue between 143A Street and 144 Street. Bellefontaine said most of those opposed live within close proximity to that location.
Bellefontaine identified the route as one of a number of such projects being undertaken by the city
“There’s an ongoing expansion of investment in cycling in Surrey.”
The new route is planned to extend from City Centre to the newly constructed overpass over Highway 1 leading into Fraser Heights.
“We’ve identified this part of Surrey as having real potential for increased cycling. That’s been because our city centre has really started to pick up in terms of development and growth,” said Bellefontaine. “At one end, we had City Centre and at the other end we had this new connection that had been created, so there was a logic to connect these two communities together.”
An ongoing process
Surrey currently has roughly 480km of bike routes, with an additional 12 or so being added each year. The most high profile projects included highway overpasses, such as the one in North Surrey and over Highway 99 in South Surrey.
Bellefontaine acknowledged the fact that Surrey’s large geographical size makes it more difficult for bike travel than cities like Vancouver, but said the city is not worried.
“Cycling is most optimum in that 5km to 10km range. That’s why we see our opportunities for cycling to really pick up in our town centres,” said Bellefontaine. “Our network we’re developing sort of meets both objectives of dealing with those more local trips. I don’t think our geographical size is a barrier in terms of what we plan to do in terms of investment and developing.”
Due to its proximity to the Port Mann Bridge, over 50 per cent of the route construction costs will be funded by the Gateway Project.
For details on other cycling projects in Surrey, click here.


LPG TERMINAL MIRADI e EPËRME - KOSOVO 2001-2003
This object was done as Turn-key Engineering:
- chosing of location,
- all phases of designing,
- all permission procure from UNMIK-a (UN mission for Kosovo),
- erection leading,
- start-up and
- personals training.
PLASTER AND PLASTERS PRODUCTS FACTORY - KNAUF KNIN
(2003 till 2004)
- Execution of project documentation for LPG facilities.
- Tanks V=120m3 - 2 PCs,
- unloading of rail tanks,
- unloading of truck tanks,
- unloading of truck tanks, pumps and compressor station and vaporazition/control station
Project scope: main project design and detail design with erection designer supervisioning.
LPG TERMINAL AND FILLING OF GAS/BOTTLE AND CONTAINERS – TERMINAL IN ZAPREŠIĆ BY FACTORY INKER (2001 till 2002)
For Company “7 Plin” in year 2001. we made detail design for project, we procure all necessary construction permision and we made supervisioning during erection.
BRALA TRADE –LPG – GAS FACILITIES – ISLAM LATINSKI BY ZADAR (2004)
Project design for construction permission and detail design.
PROPLIN d.o.o. PJ DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES OSIJEK – BRIJEST (2003 till 2004)
Project documentation for LPG – storage and distribution facilities reconstruction.
Design scope: Project design for construction permission and detail design.
Actual status: procured construction permission and issued tender for delivery and erection
GAS COMPANY - PLINARNA MARIBOR, SLOVENIA (1999-2002)
Project design for:
- LPG storage and LPG unloading from rail tanks,
- pump station and
- compressor station.
The First phase ended on August 2002.
ARZEW SIDI BEL ABBES - ALGERIA (2002)
Project design for gas - line 10''/8'' – Arzew Sidi Bel Abbes – Tlemcen 162mk
Documentation was made for German Company RWE SOLUTIONS from Duisburg.
PROPLIN d.o.o. PJ DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES KAŠTEL SUĆURAC (2004/2005)
Project design for LPG tank farm.
- LPG tanks V=595m3 - 5 PCs
- unloading/loading of rail and truck tanks,
- tanker (ship) unloading,
- connections to existing installation – facilities.
Design scope: main project design for construction permission, procure of construction permission and detail design for erection.
Actual status: main design project phase
PROPLIN d.o.o. PJ DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES ZAGREB (2004/2005)
Project design for extension of LPG storage facilities.
- Propane tank V=150m3,
- compressor station,
- loading/unloading truck tanks
Design scope: Basic design, main design and detail design with procurment of location and construction permission.
Actual status: detail design project phase
SKID CONSTRUCTION FOR CARS FILLING WITH LPG – DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION - ERECTION (2004/2005)
LPG tank - V=5m3
TIFON Zagreb CROATIA, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG -
PUMP STATION ZAGREB EAST, SLAVONSKA AVENIJA 110 (2004/2005)
TIFON Zagreb CROTIA, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG -
PUMP STATION SLAVONSKI BROD (BRODSKI VAROŠ)(2004/2005)
TIFON Zagreb CROTIA, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG PUMP STATION JASENICE NORTH (2005)
TIFON Zagreb CROTIA, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG - PUMP STATION JASENICE SOUTH (2005)
TIFON, Zagreb CROTIA, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG -PUMP STATION JASTREBARSKO (2005)
MT Filko, SKID FOR CAR LOADING WITH LPG -PUMP STATION MT Filko, Zaprešić, 2006


R & L General Contractor Masonry Inc: Retaining Walls
A retaining wall is designed to stabilize soil and rock as well as to stop soil erosion your Bensonhurst landscape. Frequently used to elevate certain areas of a commercial or residential property, retaining walls also create additional functional space. A R & L General Contractor Masonry Inc installed retaining wall serves many practical purposes:
Why install a retaining wall?
Professional Guidance and Expertise
R & L General Contractor Masonry Inc provides professional guidance for choosing the type of retaining wall that is most suitable for commercial or residential properties in Bensonhurst. Our experienced concrete and masonry team designs and constructs visually appealing and functional walls that protect your property, improve functioning and enhance its appearance. Updating an older retaining wall with today’s new technology will increase its drainage capability and increase the value of your home or business.
Natural Stone and Poured Concrete
R & L General Contractor Masonry Inc offers the specialized skills and knowledge to ensure that your retaining wall installation is completed according to the highest standards. Our licensed and insured specialists use only the finest materials for construction in either natural stone or poured concrete. Benefit from a free consultation to decide the best location for a retaining wall on your Bensonhurst property and learn more about the many benefits that include.
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Bensonhurst Retaining Walls
R & L General Contractor Masonry Inc installations are carried out using the most exceptional products and experienced craftsmen. Call (347) 552-0957 for a free estimate and to learn more.


Functions and power of district municipalities are outlined in Section 84(1) of the Municipal Structures Act as: (e) Solid waste disposal sites, in so far as it relates to: i. the determination of a waste disposal strategy; ii. the regulation of waste disposal; iii. the establishment, operation and control of waste disposal sites, bulk waste transfer facilities and waste disposal facilities for more than one local municipality in the district.
The waste management function resides within the environmental management section of the ODM. In terms of waste management the Environmental Management section will strive to achieve the following:
· Regional Waste Forum
The Overberg District Municipality convene a Regional Waste Forum that includes representation from all the Local Municipalities as well as Provincial Government on a quarterly basis. The purpose of the forum is:
- To promote cooperation between Municipalities in order to improve Waste Management within the region;
- To share best practises and transferral of knowledge and information;
- To create a platform for which information can be gathered to feedback to the Provincial Waste Forum.
· Integrated Waste Management Plan:
You can view the IWMP here.
Section 11(4)(a) of the NEM: Waste Act states that:
Each municipality must –
(i) Submit its integrated waste management plan to the MEC for approval; and
(ii) include the approved integrated waste management plan in its integrated development plan contemplated in Chapter 5 of the Municipal Systems Act.
· Karwyderskraal Regional Landfill Site
The landfill facility renders a service to Overstrand and Theewaterskloof Municipalities for the final disposal of general household waste and the composting of green waste.
Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30
Friday 08:00 to 16:00
Manager: Environmental Management Services
028 425 1157 or 082 499 9928
BredasdorpLast published 08 December 2017


Our Explosives Engineers will prepare and carry out test blast operations on Wednesday 30th March. The test blast operations allow us to determine exactly the way the building will come down, and the amount of protection required to contain debris. … Continue reading
The removal of key elements within the building has begun. A special tool is used to remove the concrete walls and columns and it is called a Brokk. This is a light-weight, remote controlled demolition machine. Safety is the first priority … Continue reading
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All of the fixtures and fittings, including all asbestos containing materials have been safely removed from the building and transported from the site. We are now left with the concrete shell of the building. The next phase of works will … Continue reading


The 2019 winter season for the Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency is getting a little salty. Salty, that is, as in higher levels of chloride in the flow coming into the plant.
BBARWA General Manager David Lawrence believes the chloride is coming from the brine that Caltrans has been using to treat the state roads in the Big Bear area. Brine, which is a solution of salt mixed with water, is a substance Caltrans is using more because it is easier on the environment than rock salt. Caltrans District 8 also uses cinders, which are crushed lava rock.
One may think it’s not a concern for chloride to flow into a treatment plant, but Lawrence sets the record straight. “We have certain limitations of 58 to 59 miligrams per liter in chloride,” Lawrence said. “We saw levels in the 90s, so we had to report that we were out of compliance.”
If salt levels in treated wastewater are above the legal limit set by the state of California, treatment facilities could be issued steep fines and may have to upgrade facilities.
For the full story CLICK HERE


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We are counted amongst as one of the leading manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of excellent quality Ground Material Section. This section is widely used for milling various ground materials. Our professionals design and manufacture this section using high grade raw material and advance technology in our hi-tech manufacturing facility. Our clients can avail this Ground Material Section from us in various specifications as per their precise requirement.
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What is a water softener?
A water softener is an appliance that treats hard water by removing calcium and magnesium ions from it. Hard water is a common problem in places where the groundwater contains high levels of these minerals.
What is hard water?
Hard water is a term used to describe water with a high mineral content. When dissolved in water, minerals such as calcium and magnesium make the pH of the water more alkaline. A rough guideline for classifying water hardness can be given by assessing what happens when some soap is added to the water: If the mixture forms soft lather, then the water is classified as soft. If the mixture forms a stiff lather, then it is hard.
How Does Water Become Hard?
Water becomes hard when it encounters substances such as calcium and magnesium which it can dissolve.
How Can Hard Water Cause Problems?
Hard water causes problems by undissolved mineral deposits. It quickly clogs pipes, heating elements and water-using appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines. The undissolved minerals also leave unsightly marks on surfaces where the water has evaporated.
Some of the most typical water-related difficulties include:
- Scale build-up within water supply pipes, which causes them to block
- Film and scale buildup on ceramic tile and fixtures, reducing their life span
- Scale deposits shortening the lifespan of water heaters
Why is Water Softening Necessary?
Water softening is necessary because soap does not function well in hard water. When added to hard water, some of the soap molecules will attach themselves to undissolved minerals, leaving fewer of them available to act as detergents. The cleaning power of the soap is thus weakened. Even worse, some molecules adhere to other surfaces in the water system such as pipes and boilers. The scale formation reduces the flow rates and increases friction losses which reduce heating efficiency.
Testing for Hard Water
Scale build-up on plumbing fixtures is often an indication of hard water. If you believe you have hard water, there is a low-tech approach to detect it: combine a little amount of dish soap and water in a closed container and shake it up. If the solution does not produce many suds, you probably have hard water.
The simplest and most accurate method of determining if your water is hard or not is to buy some pH paper from a pharmacist and perform the following test: Put one drop of distilled water on a clean glass slide. Dip a piece of pH paper into the water for about 5 seconds, then shake off any excess liquid. Wait for 30 seconds or so until the pH paper stabilizes. Compare the color on the drop of water to the color chart on the container using your other eye.
How do you treat hard water?
The most popular way to treat hard water is by using a water softener. Water softeners use ion-exchange resins that exchange sodium ions for magnesium and calcium from the hard water, effectively removing them from the water and replacing them with salt (sodium chloride). The resins used in water softeners come in various sizes: The larger the resin, the more water it can treat.
Call us today for a quote on a water softener, we can help you find the perfect water softener solution for your specifications.


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Somerville Lake is located in the south central part of Burleson County and the north central part of Washington County, with the upper reaches of the lake extending into Lee County. The dam site is located on Yegua Creek, 20.0 river miles upstream from its confluence with the Brazos River. The normal lake pool elevation is 238.0 feet (above mean sea level) which encompasses 11,460 acres. There is approximately 85 miles of shoreline. Total land and water cover approximately 30,000 acres.
The Yegua Creek watershed is about 62 miles long and 32 miles wide, having a drainage of 1,320 square miles. About 76 percent of the area is controlled by Somerville Dam, an earthfill embankment 20,210 feet long. The total length of the dam, including dike and spillway, is 26,175 feet. The earthfill dike, located on the northeast bank, is about 4,715 feet long, with an access road to the overlook area along the top. The lake provides flood protection for about 9,000 acres of land along the Yegua Creek and assists in the flood protection and irrigation of 887,000 acres of agricultural land along the Brazos River below the mouth of Yegua Creek.
The water surface level is maintained at elevation 238.0 as much of the time as possible; however, this level is subject to fluctuation upward when flood waters are being stored, or downward, depending upon the withdrawals for water supply from the conservation storage, release rates and daily evaporation.
The project has a storage capacity of 337,700 acre-feet (one acre-foot is one acre of water one foot deep, or about 326,000 gallons), in the portion of the project allocated to flood control. The flood control storage space is that portion of the lake between the top of the conservation pool, elevation 238.0 and the spillway crest 258.0.
The water surface level is maintained through the use of a conduit and gates. The outlet works consist of a 10 foot diameter conduit controlled by two 5 by 10 foot tractor-type gates. The conduit is located in the main embankment about 1300 feet to the right or south of the original river channel. The conduit, including the gate passages, is about 400 feet long.
The spillway is an uncontrolled concrete ogee weir about 1,250 feet long.


The SLS 100 is a semi-portable, skid mounted batch plant that can be shipped in one load. This unitized package comes complete with all the equipment required to produce concrete from start to finish. Its low profile design means it can be easily loader fed without the use of a ramp. This compact skid design also makes it possible to slide the plant into a building making it perfect for cold weather regions or for indoor precast operations. Simply provide a water and power source and in a matter of hours after receiving this single load shipment you can be producing concrete.


Joe DeReuil Associates, LLC, (JDA) a structural engineering firm located in Pensacola, FL. We are seeking a Structural Engineer for employment. We provide the structural design of primarily commercial building structures such as hotels, hospitals, condominiums, military facilities, churches, stadiums, multi-family housing, etc. Joe DeReuil Associates offers a great working environment where challenging but rewarding projects can be expected. We have 8 registered professional engineers and one Engineer Intern. We have a total of 12 employees currently with combined experience of 125 years at JDA. It is a family atmosphere that is encouraging and uplifting.
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I live in a town that has two covered bridges – one that’s old and one that’s new. I really enjoy these historic structures, so I look for covered bridges in other communities as I travel around. Each one is unique, and it’s interesting to see all the different examples.
There’s a variety of stories on why a covered bridge was originally built. Some say that horses and cattle did not like crossing an open bridge where they could see and hear rushing water. The bridges were covered, and entrances were made to look like a barn. The horses and livestock were then more willing to enter and make the crossing.
But most agree that the real reason for a covered bridge was to protect the structure from the ravages of weather. They have an elaborate wooden truss system that deteriorates rapidly if exposed to rain, wind, and sun. Compare the life span of an open bridge – about ten years – to that of a covered bridge – at least ten times longer.
The secret to a covered bridge is the truss system, which carries the weight. There’s several variations on this basic style of support. Some are named for the person who designed the system.
The Captain Swift Bridge in Princeton Illinois incorporates the Burr arch design. This truss system was invented by Theodore Burr and patented in 1817. The design uses a long arch on each side. While this bridge looks old, it was built in 2006.
A few other bridges to visit . . .
Lake of the Woods (1965) covered bridge is in Mahomet, Illinois, in south central Illinois. I like the retro-looking sign over the entrance.
Sachs Covered Bridge (1852) Located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the Sachs bridge was used by both Union and Confederate troops during the battle of Gettysburg in 1863.
Morrison Covered Bridge (2001) is new construction. It was built over Rock Creek in northwest Illinois.
Wolf Bridge (1999) is an historic reproduction. The original Wolf bridge was built in 1840 as an open bridge, and covered in 1874. It was burned in 1994 by arsonists, but rebuilt and reopened in 1999. The new Wolf Bridge is taller and wider than the original to better accommodate modern traffic. It’s in Knox County, Illinois, near Galesburg.
Covered bridges are attractive in the winter months, too. And here’s an interesting bit of history: when sleighs were the mode of winter transportation, snow had to be shoveled on to the bridge floor to make a snowy surface for the sled runners.
Some of today’s covered bridges still have the original “warning” signs posted above the entrances. Why was that necessary? Experts say the pounding rhythm of horses’ hooves, trotting in step, could cause stress and structural damage to the bridge. For that same reason, Civil War soldiers were required to break cadence when crossing through a covered bridge.
Henderson County Covered Bridge (1866) is in Oquawka, Illinois. Today it’s pedestrian only.
Covered bridges are wonderful reminders of by-gone days. If you find one in your travels, be sure to admire the craftsmanship inside as well as the structure and setting outside. Hats off to our ancestors for their ingenuity!
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Fascinating details about covered bridges. Nice little history lesson “first period” in the morning — painless and pretty, too! Thanks, Pam.


The construction and ongoing maintenance of public transport systems, such as the railway, are integral to a modern, interconnected and functional society.
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General contracting is an important element of the building market. Whether you are planning a small home remodelling job or a huge industrial building and construction endeavor, a general professional plays a vital function in making certain the project’s successful completion. In this post, we will certainly check out the ins and outs of basic having and why working with the best general specialist is important for your building and construction task.
Primarily, let’s comprehend what basic having is. A basic contractor is accountable for overseeing the entire building and construction task. They serve as the middleman in between the customer and all various other parties entailed, such as subcontractors, vendors, and architects. Their key role is to handle and collaborate all aspects of the construction process, from the initial planning stage to the last completion and handover of the job.
One of the significant advantages of working with a basic professional is their knowledge and experience. They have comprehensive knowledge in building management, making sure that the project abides by the needed laws, allows, and codes. General service providers also have a network of subcontractors, providers, and various other experts in the market. This network allows them to choose the best group for every task, guaranteeing the finest of handiwork while remaining within budget and schedule.
One more crucial facet of basic contracting is task management. A general professional deals with all the job’s logistical challenges, consisting of scheduling, budgeting, purchase of materials, and collaborating subcontractors. They take care of any issues that may emerge throughout construction, lowering the anxiety and concern on the client. With their job management skills, they make certain that the task advances smoothly, in a timely manner, and within spending plan.
In addition, general contractors are accountable for guaranteeing the security of the construction website. They enforce safety guidelines and keep a safe working environment for everybody involved in the task. They have a deep understanding of building and construction security methods and are trained to take care of possible threats. This commitment to safety is essential in protecting against crashes and injuries during building.
In conclusion, basic contracting is an important part of any kind of building project. Working with a competent and skilled basic contractor can make a substantial distinction in the success of your task. They bring valuable know-how, take care of the whole building and construction procedure, and guarantee the project is finished with the finest quality, within spending plan, and on time. If you are intending a building task, make sure to purchase a reliable general contractor to achieve your preferred outcomes.


Temperanceville AHQ Chemical Storage Building (VDOT)
Contract consisted of the demolition of the remains of the existing Temperanceville, VA salt storage building, and the construction of a new 3500 square foot structure to serve the same purpose. Demolition included existing foundation and asphalt pavement.
Construction included excavation, foundations, 12’ high cast in place concrete walls, rebar installation, steel erection, waterproofing, installation of fabric roof system, electrical installation, relocation of existing water lines, site work, landscaping, and asphalt pavement.
R.H. Contracting, Inc. self-perform all the work with exception of asphalt paving and electrical. The Project was completed on March 2013.
- Temperanceville AHQ Chemical Storage Building
- VDOT Project 501-16369-039
- R.H. Contracting, Inc. (Prime)
- Contractor: $265,362.69


The Silicone and Acrylic roof coatings contain white pigments that reflect sunlight by 85% or more and thereby reducing heat-related roof damage. They have been used on flat and low-slope roofs for more than 30 years.
Asphalt shingles are not designed to be coated, and the coatings could cause structural problems and void warranties. Even for flatter roofing, reflective coatings are not for everybody. If your roof is shaded or the crawlspace is well insulated, you may not see significant energy savings, although they could still extend the life of the roof). If moisture transmission and vapor drive conditions are prevalent then proper coatings choice and application rates should be taken into consideration so as not to trap moisture within the existing membrane assembly to be coated.
To be effective, the coatings should be applied by a professional qualified contractor, according to manufacturer’s instructions, on a clean, dry roof compatible with the particular coating of choice. They should also be kept clean to maximize reflectance and minimize damage. A bi-annual or annual Preventive Maintenance or Service Agreement is always a good idea.
The chosen roof coating should extending the life of your existing roof lasting at least 10 years. Look for CRRC or Energy Star-labeled products, which have been tested long-term. Reflective coatings typically cost $.75 cents to $1.50 per square foot for the higher quality materials at various coverage rates, which generally comes with a 10yr. product only warranty. However, if installed by the local manufacturer’s recommended qualified contractor, and if current roof conditions pre-qualify, can come with a manufacturer’s fully backed materials and labor warranty for 10yr, 15yr and even 20 years.
Tests at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have shown that reflective coatings can cut energy costs for summer cooling by 25 to 67 percent. The greatest changes were seen on buildings with lightly insulated roofs. Uncoated bitumen or tar and dark colored membrane roofing can reach 200 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, but using a white reflective coating will keep surface temperatures under 135 degrees.
The Lawrence laboratory tests show that the best products reflect up to 85 percent of solar heat, and cause only a 9-degree temperature increase in direct sunlight.


The primary problem in building a wind farm is site selection. The site selection requirements for wind farms are very strict. Usually, the following points need to be considered:
(1) Choose a place with abundant wind resources, the annual average wind speed is above 6m/s, and the wind direction is stable, and measure data such as wind speed, wind direction and wind speed along the height, such as hourly wind speed and wind direction data. After measuring for more than one year, the wind speed frequency distribution and wind direction rose diagram are calculated to estimate the annual power generation of the wind turbines in the field and determine the layout of the wind power generators in the field. Wind resources directly affect the amount of wind power and thus the cost of electric power generation. Under the same conditions, a wind farm with an average annual wind speed of 6m/s has a power generation cost that is about 14% higher than that of a wind farm with a wind speed of 7.5m/s, and nearly 30% higher than that of a wind farm with a wind speed of 8m/s.
(2) Detailed assessment of the topography and obstacles in the field, the surface roughness, the distribution of trees and surrounding buildings in the field will affect the power generation of the wind farm;
Whether there are bird migration routes or bird migration destinations and the composition of power grids in the construction area.
(3) The wind farm should choose a place close to the road, which is convenient for the transportation and installation of wind power equipment, which can not only reduce the cost, but also facilitate the travel of the staff. At the same time, wind farms should also choose places close to the local power grid, which can facilitate access to the power grid and reduce costs.
(4) To measure and make statistics on other meteorological data affecting the power and safe and reliable operation of wind turbines in the field, such as temperature, atmospheric pressure, humidity, and the possibility and frequency of occurrence of typhoons, lightning, sandstorms, earthquakes, floods, landslides, etc., and the length of freezing time; For offshore wind power, seawater salt spray should be assessed.
(5) Wind turbines have development value only if their annual utilization time is higher than 2000h; they have good development value if their annual utilization time is higher than 2500h; and they are excellent wind farms if their annual utilization time is higher than 3000h.
(6) In today’s society, many things cannot be successfully completed without the support and cooperation of the government, and the construction of wind farms is particularly prominent in this regard. Government support will have a very important impact on the construction and development of wind farms.
(7) When the wind turbine is running, the noise from the gearbox and generator, as well as the noise generated by the air swept by the blades of the wind rotor, will cause dissatisfaction among residents. Therefore, the location of the wind farm should not be too close to the residential area.
It is necessary to point out that compared with onshore wind farms, the construction of offshore wind farms is more technically difficult, and the generated energy needs to be transmitted by laying submarine cables. The main advantages of offshore wind farms are that they do not occupy valuable land resources, are basically unaffected by topography, have higher wind speeds, more abundant wind energy resources, larger single-unit capacity of wind turbines, and higher annual utilization hours.
After the site selection is completed, it should be the design and construction of the wind farm. When designing the construction plan of a wind farm, the layout of the units within it should be considered based on the maximum power generation per unit cost. If the distance between the generator sets is too close, the upper wind turbines will have a larger wake effect on the lower wind turbines, resulting in a reduction in the power generation of the downwind wind turbines. At the same time, due to the combined action of turbulence and wake, wind turbines will be damaged prematurely and service life will be reduced. A large number of experimental studies have shown that in order to reduce the influence of the wake effect, when the wind turbines are arranged in an array on a flat ground, the distance (line spacing) between the front and rear of the wind turbine along the main wind and phoenix direction should be 8~10 times the diameter of the wind turbine rotor, the distance between the left and right of the wind turbine (column distance) should be 2 to 3 times the diameter of the wind turbine rotor.
In addition, when building a wind farm, the local topography should be considered. On the one hand, try to avoid areas such as mountains and forests that have a greater impact on wind speed. When the wind turbine is installed in a relatively flat area, with the installation site as the center, there should be no obvious obstacles in the circle with a radius of 0.5~1km (small wind turbines can be reduced to 0.4km), if there are hills and woods, it should be handled as shown in Figure 1. On the other hand, when the airflow passes through the platform or mountain, it forms a flow around the flow. When there is an acceleration zone and a pro-current, the wind turbine should be installed in the area with the highest wind speed, and remember not to install it in the pro-current zone.
35Figure 1 – Installation distance between wind turbine and hills and woods


Activated carbon filters FC
Activated carbon filters type Selip FC are realized in fiberglass FRP.
Calculation of filters is realized according to European regulation EN 13121-3.
In alternative Selip can dimension these filters according to all the international standards that incorporate fiberglass FRP particularly the most common are:
BS 4994 – 1997,
AD 2000 Merkblatt-N1,
Sand filters have top and bottom dished
Standard working pressure varies from 1,5 to 3,0 to 5,0 bar
Hydraulic test pressure varies from 2,2 to 7,5 bar
Flows varies from 8 to 360 m³/h
Standard diameters are Ø 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800, 2000, 2500, 3000, 4000 mm.
Upon request can be realized diameters lower than 1000 mm, as Ø 400, Ø 500, Ø 600, Ø 700, Ø 800 mm.
Height of the legs varies depending on the Ø:
- H = 300 mm from Ø 800 to 1800 mm
- H = 350 mm from Ø 2000 to 3000 mm
Legs are in fiberglass FRP fixed to the cylinder
Sand filters FS are used in the following sectors :
- Water treatment plants
- Filtering plants
- Seawater treatment plants
Water to be treated enters at the top onside of filter and is directed to the diffuser.
The water flows through the sand bed and is filtered.
Nozzles with suitable slots water flow determine the desired flow rate.
Max. working pressure is determined on max. flow provided by the pump input on end customer.
Filtered water is directed in the FRP fiberglass distributor ( or in the plate) and oriented in the bottom of the filter.
Manholes supplied are used for sand inlet and outlet and for normal maintenance operation
Standard accessories applied are :
- “n” flanged nozzles
- “n” manholes
- FRP internal distributor
- FRP plate nozzles holder
- Optional : PVC distributor nozzles holder, sand, quartzite and nozzles
- Filters are exempted from CE marking, for non-hazardous products treatment ( seawater) with max. design pressure until 10 bar.
- Selip self-certification and homologation according to directive 97/23/CE (PED) is available for pressure filters dealing with non-hazardous products.
- Homologation issued by third party according to directive 97/23/CE (PED) for pressure fil


Cleanup is underway in southwest Iowa after a tornado left a half-mile-wide damage path in Thurman.
The National Weather Service in Omaha says the tornado touched down two miles north of Percival, Iowa, and continued in to Thurman just after 5:30 PM Saturday. The tornado left a ten-mile long path of damage before lifting just south of Tabor.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to build a new, three-mile long levee near Nebraska City.
The $12.9 million project will re-align levee L-575 along Highway 2. It’ll be built further away from the Missouri River than the existing section of levee. Once it’s built, the existing levee at that location in Fremont County, Iowa, will be torn down. The Corps of Engineers awarded a contract earlier this week for the levee setback project.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold seven public meetings next month in cities along the Missouri River.
The meetings will be held April 16th through 20th. Each is an opportunity for the public for hear from Northwest District officials about this year’s runoff season. The 2012 runoff season began March first.
Omaha’s meeting is April 18th at the Marriott. It begins at 6 PM.


Earlier this year the Royal Adelaide Hospital Site Open Ideas International Design Competition was launched, calling for ideas for the redevelopment of the existing Royal Adelaide Hospital site on the corner of North Terrace and Frome Road in Adelaide.
As part of the second stage of the RAH Competition, TCL partnered with Bonhag and De Rosa to develop their Stage 1 submission, OpenRAH – Urban Forum for Science, Culture and Society.
A key to this scheme is the open, permeable nature of the site and its buildings and the mixed-use nature of the redevelopment. The reuse of existing buildings, modified to make the ground floor porous, form the majority of the built work. This use of existing structures is not only environmentally responsible but also economically viable, and reflects the cultural history of the site. There are a series of new buildings to the centre of the site, built using environmentally responsible methods and providing the framework for a productive vertical landscape.
This productive landscape will be maintained using cultivation techniques rooted in sustainable agricultural practice, utilising waste from the site as a resource and creating closed loop processes to sustain the health of the whole system. These systems encompass soil, plant and water use and re-use, as well as the use of aquaponic systems to enrich soil fertility and increase crop production.
As part of this second stage, each entry is eligible to win the people’s choice award. All entries can be viewed and voted for on the ODASA website: http://odasa.sa.gov.au/rahsite/#undefined


Natural lighting and sophisticated temperature and air quality controls provide the ideal interior environment for preserving the Museum’s unparalleled collection of contemporary art and design in glass. These elements also mean the building is an environmentally sensitive and architecturally distinctive structure.
In 2016, the U.S. Green Building Council awarded LEED Silver Certification to the Contemporary Art + Design Wing for its environmentally-conscious efforts. The Museum’s certification was based on the building’s water and energy efficiency, and its reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
One of the most prominent green features of the gallery building is the use of natural daylight. Because we are a glass museum—and glass loves light—we have the unique opportunity to take advantage of this very green feature in a way that many museums cannot.
Through the use of diffusing roof skylights, the majority of the lighting required to view the art comes from natural light. This allows power consumption levels, associated with the building lighting, to remain well under comparable gallery spaces in other museums. In addition to the natural daylight used to light the gallery, electric high efficiency fluorescent lighting is programmed to complement and spotlight the art by adjusting to changes in exterior natural light levels.
The building envelope has been carefully tuned both to protect the art and to contribute to the energy performance of the Museum. The majority of the windows and all of the skylights of the building are double glazed insulated glass units. The glass also incorporates high performance low–E (low emissivity) coatings, which help to keep the heat out during the summer and to keep the heat in during the winter; UV filtering coatings on the glass also protects the art from damaging ultraviolet rays.
Temperature and Air Quality Controls
While glass can handle being in natural light, it must still be kept in a climate-controlled environment. The commissioning of the environmental controls systems by a third party was an important phase of construction. Third-party testing confirmed all systems are running optimally and the building is airtight. The building staff is also fully trained on the operation and maintenance of the building systems for optimal environmental performance.
The landscaping also plays a role in environmental protection. At least half of the storm water from the roof and water from the loading dock area drain into a landscaped bio-retention area, where the right plants and soil types allow the water to filter and percolate back into the soil. Less water is then needed to keep the plants alive.
Header photo by Iwan Baan


Be prepared for your next career move: Foresight Career Innovation Seminar.
This is a full-time, year round position.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Inspect construction projects and license and easement sites for contract compliance. Ensure material and construction methods used comply with contract. Prepare and submit inspection and progress reports.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication between the landscape architects, engineers, planners, contractors, and consultants. Participate in construction related meetings.
- Review shop drawings and other submittals, project schedules, and substitution requests. Review plans and specifications for accuracy and constructability.
- Provide technical advice on construction methods and materials. Prepare cost estimates.
- Perform field investigative work including surveys, soil sampling, and staking.
- Perform in-house testing of soils, concrete, and gravel compaction. Collect samples for testing by outside labs.
- Prepare and maintain accurate, organized, and consistent records, documentation, progress reports, and photographs.
- Research various materials, equipment, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Five (5) years experience in construction of roads and buildings, including two (2) years as a field inspector; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.


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Lincolnton wins several grants to fund continuing expansion of Carolina Thread Trail connection between the Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail and the South Fork Trail.
The Carolina Thread Trail Governing Board has announced awards totaling $450,300 in implementation grants for projects along the Thread Trail to the City of Lincolnton, City of Shelby, Catawba Lands Conservancy, Town of McAdenville and several other agencies for trail improvements and expansions.
Implementation grants provide funding to communities and nonprofit organizations to assist with trail corridor planning, land acquisition, construction and trail amenities. There are currently over 260 miles of Thread Trail and 170 miles of Thread Trail blueway open to the public throughout a 15-county region in North and South Carolina. These grants were awarded as part of the Thread Trail’s bi-annual grant cycle. To date, the Thread Trail has awarded more than $6 million in catalytic grants to communities.
The City of Lincolnton was awarded $5,000 to help cover the costs for the research needed to clarify ownership rights and determine the status of the railroad corridor and other properties in the missing link section between the Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail in Lincolnton and the South Fork Rail Trail at Laboratory.
The Catawba Lands Conservancy was awarded $10,800 to cover the transaction costs associated with the Masspoag Property, 14.5 acres that will be home to part of the 1.5-mile segment of trail that will serve as the connector between the South Fork Rail Trail and Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail.
The City of Shelby got a $45,000 grant to fund the widening of the First Broad River Trail from 5’ to 10’ to accommodate the high volume of trail users. This 1.5-mile trail runs along the First Broad River from the trailhead at Grover Street to south of W. Dixon Boulevard.
The Gaston County town of McAdenville got $2,500 to fund the purchase of a trail easement through two properties along the South Fork River in McAdenville which will facilitate a critical linkage for the Thread Trail’s South Fork corridor connection between Cramerton and McAdenville.
Other awards were made to Gaffney, SC, Salisbury, and Wadesboro.


Whether you live in a one-story building or use a mezzanine floor, by far the most convenient solution for movement will be stairs. The development of technology in residential building caused that the popularity of “levitating stairs” functioning in the industry under the name of shelf stairs.
Shelf stairs are synonymous with prestige and utility design. Their construction is absolutely minimalistic and extremely simple – the impression of floating in the air is due to the system of attachment to the wall. When the target place of assembly is a reinforced concrete wall – which additionally reinforces the stability of the structure – the contractors use point assembly, that is, anchoring single steel elements, one for each step. If the wall is made of hollow blocks, a steel beam is installed along the planned length of stairs, to which elements holding the steps are welded. It is worth remembering that the shelf stairs can be installed only when the wall is thicker than 24 centimeters.
The purpose of the shelf stairs is to be durable and functional. Most manufacturers recommend that the length of the stairs does not exceed 120 centimeters, width 25 centimeters, height 20 centimeters, and thickness 12 centimeters, so that the supports should successfully hold a weight of 300-400 kg. The most popular form of finishing of such stairs is the imitation of wooden shelves, which on the order of the manufacturer or the individual customer will be made by a carpenter. The resulting “holster” is placed on the metal structure, so that we get the effect of levitating steps. The most popular wood material in this case is ash. There are also orders that opt for finishing shelf stairs with glass, which makes them seem much more modern and austere at the same time. In such case, several sheets of glass are connected together, properly sanded, painted, and assembled in the same way as wooden stairs. It is much more extravagant solution, requires great precision and additional financial outlays, but the final effect is very impressive.
Decision about installation of shelf stairs is connected with adequate financial background. Taking into account the offers of manufacturers posted on the web, you have to reckon with the cost of 4000 PLN for the construction of 10 steps. Another expensive element will be masking, which depending on the chosen material can be from 7500 zł (for wood) or 10000 zł (for glass). Cost estimate of the investment should also include the price of the assembly, which starts from 3000 PLN. The average cost of making the shelf stairs oscillates around 15000 PLN.
Stairs are supposed to be functional, stable and safe. In case of the shelf stairs the second of the mentioned features seems to be doubtful, especially when small children will use them. The solution in this case may be a tasteful balustrade made of tempered glass and led lighting. Supporters of hanging stairs appreciate their durability, design, impression on guests and modern character, which effectively compensates for the high price.
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The brewing process requires a greater volume of water than the volume of beer produced. By cutting our water usage in half, we will significantly reduce waste. To achieve our ultimate ambition of ZERO water waste, we are continuing to roll-out existing wastewater recycling technology around the world, while also searching for new technologies.
A key task of the Carlsberg Young Scientists Community, formed in early 2018, will be to help us address the water challenge. At the same time, we’re looking to partner with stakeholders to protect shared water sources in high-risk areas.


To add value engineering to your contract, Malin can offer a design and build package that is bespoke for any particular floor slab. We employ a number of external structural engineers who are able to design the most economical floor slab construction for the specified slab loadings.
Malin have their own Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance which is backed by our external design engineers.
This approach can not only make your floor slabs more economical in terms of the designed depth and reinforcement but it can also reduce the construction period on site by gearing the design to the chosen construction technique.
Our designers are all very experienced in floor slab construction and design and regularly work with Malin and they are therefore fully aware of our preferred techniques and methodology.
Our design build packages provide an initial interrogation of the design requirements, full design calculations and detail construction drawings and as built drawings upon completion. Where suitable we can provide a full design & warranty solution backed by our PI insurance and that of our consultants.
We source designs from consultants having an extensive history specifically in the design of concrete flooring and also with long working relationships with Malin.
Where a full design is not required we can also provide assistance and outline suggestions to find the quickest, most economical solution to give to your designers


In September 2016, the Municipality of Ljubljana completed the renovation of the northern section of the ring road. The replacement of street lighting was also included in the renovation. It should be mentioned here that the northern Ljubljana ring road is one of the busiest roads in Slovenia as nearly 70,000 vehicles pass through it daily. For that reason, the appropriate street lighting is of great importance. The old lighting was considerably out-of-date and decrepit. We offered a solution which proved to be the most convincing of all.
Their main objectives were to reduce the electric power consumption and to replace the decrepit technology with the latest one. They also wanted to extend the periods between necessary maintenance or lamp changing and to achieve more pleasant illumination with less light pollution and better colour recognition. We participated in the tender and our solution with LED E LUM was chosen.
We replaced old sodium lamps with the latest LED lamps. Life expectancy of our lamps is 100,000 hours in comparison with the life expectancy of old sodium lamps of only 30,000. It is important to note that our lamps also offer better colour recognition than the sodium lamps, which is very important in traffic. They also decided to include the control and monitoring system which additionally lowered the electric power consumption. The system enables us to monitor each individual luminaire in real time. By counting vehicles, we can establish when the traffic is least busy and additionally reduce the power of luminaires at that time. It enables us to save even more energy and, at the same time, keeps the roads safe.
The replacement resulted in a substantial reduction of electricity consumption. The old lamps used 280W of electric power to meet the standard, whereas our E LUM LED lamps only use 120W to do so.