How to Divert Traffic during Road Construction?
The Constructor
AUGUST 8, 2021
Traffic diversions are provided for a safe and efficient movement of traffic through or around the work zones while protecting the workers and.
How to Prevent Covid-19 in Work Zones
Construction Equipment
MAY 12, 2020
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association has produced a video that shows contractors how to prevent the spread of infectious diseases such as Covid-19 in work zones. The 7-minute video acknowledges that a work-zone is not a “high-risk” area for the spread of infectious diseases,…
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Video: CDOT Tests World’s First Self-Driving Work Zone Vehicle
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 21, 2017
Last week, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) unveiled a first-of-its kind work zone vehicle designed to advance safety for roadway maintenance crews. Crash cushion trucks are customarily positioned behind road construction crews in order to protect workers from the traveling public.
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CDOT Tests Self-Driving Work Zone Vehicle: Video
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 21, 2017
Last week, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) unveiled a first-of-its-kind work zone vehicle designed to advance safety for roadway maintenance crews. Crash cushion trucks are customarily positioned behind road construction crews in order to protect workers from the traveling public.
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7 Types of Pavement Markings on Roads – Purpose, Advantages & Disadvantages of Marking
Learn Civil Engineering
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
While walking or driving on roads you might have seen different signs and markings which are drawn on the roads, which provide some information. The markings guide pedestrians and even help in controlling the traffic on roads and highways.
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ARTBA Honors Efforts to Improve Roadway Work Zone Safety
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 11, 2013
The American Road & Transportation Builders Assn.’s s Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) recognized eight public and private sector organizations for their commitment to promoting safety during the association’s 15th annual “Roadway Work Zone Safety Awareness Awards.”
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National Work Zone Awareness Week to Promote Best Practices
Construction Equipment
APRIL 9, 2013
The 14 th annual National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15 to 19, 2013. The theme, “Work Zone Safety: We’re All in This Together,” highlights the variety of factors and individuals affected by a construction work zone. The event is designed to raise awareness of road construction hazards. April 9, 2013. read more'
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New ARTBA Video Series Focuses on Road Worker Fatalities
Construction Equipment
APRIL 29, 2015
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) has created a series of new videos aimed at helping reduce roadway work zone accidents.
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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN
Business Facilities
JULY 6, 2016
Presented by Penske Logistics and authored by transportation consultant, Rosalyn Wilson, senior business analyst at Parsons Corporation, the report tracks and measures all costs associated with moving freight through the U.S. The transportation sector of the logistics industry grew by 3.6 Costs for water transportation rose 8.9
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How To Choose The Right Crane For Your Project
Construction Marketing
MAY 11, 2022
Cranes are essential to any major construction project, providing safe and efficient on-site transportation of heavy materials. If the access roads going to the site are too narrow or filled with tight turns, a truck crane or hydraulic crane may not be able to pass through. Check the accessibility and conditions of the worksite.
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Industry Focus: Logistics – Winding Roads
Business Facilities
MAY 5, 2015
Industry Focus: Logistics – Winding Roads appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Logistics industry professionals must sometimes resolve issues C through Z to efficiently get from point A to B and hold costs down for the trillion-dollar U.S. distribution industry.
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Traffic Rotary | Advantages & Disadvantages of Traffic Rotary | Design Elements of Traffic Rotary | Rules for the Selection of Traffic Rotary | Traffic Operations in a Traffic Rotary
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Also, Read: Bitumen Road Construction | Layers in a Bituminous Pavement | What Is Bituminous Macadam | Advantage Disadvantage of Bitumen Road. Also, Read: Alignment of Road | Alignment In Design | Horizontal Alignment of Road | Vertical Alignment of Road. Limit of Traffic Rotary. #1. Rotary Design Speed-.
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ARTBA Hopes to Certify Thousands for Safety Training
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 21, 2016
By training a cross section of construction team members and testing their knowledge in a safety certification program, leaders of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association believe they can put a dent in the 48,600 injuries and deaths that take place in highway work zones each year.
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ARTBA Hopes to Train Thousands in Safety
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 21, 2016
By training a cross section of construction team members and testing their knowledge in a safety certification program, leaders of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association believe they can put a dent in the 48,600 injuries and deaths that take place in highway work zones each year.
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What Is Rainwater Harvesting | Rainwater Harvesting Methodology | Types of Rainwater Harvesting Method |Rainwater Harvesting Project
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
Zones are separated by different rainfall types. Each zone and each land use has required a design prototype to placed the different types of recharging structures. Ways of Harvesting Water for Rainwater Harvesting Project: Collecting runoff water from roads , roofs. Transportation. Surface Runoff Harvesting.
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52 Virginia Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 9, 2016
Defense Production Zones: Virginia authorizes its communities to establish local defense production zones to benefit businesses engaged in the design, development or production of materials, components or equipment required to meet the needs of national defense. Each locality designs and administers its own program.
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15 Different Types of Cement and Their Uses
CivilJungle
MARCH 12, 2021
Road foundation, road paving, sidewalks, and tunnel construction. Rapid Hardening Cement: The use of Rapid Hardening cement is in Road pavement construction , where you need to finish your work as soon as possible. Monolithic concrete houses and concrete block houses. Dam construction. Irrigation ditch, filter construction.
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Delivering acoustic sanity
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 29, 2021
She suggests focusing on typology, codes, and zoning when specifying effective acoustic solutions. “In Sound acoustics product specification also future-proofs a building faced with possible transit developments years down the road. Hickman is a LEED AP, WELL AP, and EcoDistricts AP.
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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 17, 2016
Ports provide the link for getting goods to consumers and transporting U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) Program was created in 1934 with the goal of helping businesses in the U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. made products overseas for export.
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What Is Sewerage System | Types of Sewerage System | Why We Need a Partially Separate System | How Does a Sewage Treatment Plant Work
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
In a separate system, residential and agricultural waste is transported with one system of sewers, while flood and surface water is transported in another set of sewers. 2 sewers or drains in the street leading to a larger disruption of transportation, which restores every one of them, have been taken out. Like this post?
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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 14, 2014
Several ongoing infrastructure upgrades taking place are greatly enhancing transportation in the region, adding to the capacity for businesses to grow. Hoosier Energy’s territory is served by major air transport from three locations, which play a progressively positive role in economic opportunity. Start with the county’s location.
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EXPOSURE CONDITIONS AFFECTING DURABILITY OF CONCRETE
The Constructor
AUGUST 10, 2012
5 Extreme Concrete in contact with or buried under aggressive sub-soil / ground water, surface of members in tidal zone, members in direct contact with liquid / solid aggressive chemicals. No Environment Exposure Conditions 1 Mild Concrete surfaces protected against weather or aggressive conditions, except those situated in coastal area.
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EARTHQUAKE MAGNITUDE AND ENERGEY RELEASED
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 5, 2011
Related posts: MAGNITUDE & INTENSITY OF EARTHQUAKE EARTHQUAKE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING AND ITS PRACTICES-III-EARTHQUAKE DESTRUCTION How can it be in Seismic zone but not in earthquake zone or near earthquake fault? releases 1000 times more energy than the earthquake of magnitude of 6.2 and 32 times more than the magnitude of 7.2.
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don't think: Do Revit: Taking Revit Server "off-road"
Do
MAY 1, 2011
Taking Revit Server "off-road". If that is the only port used to transport data, then a "public" Revit Server behind a pin-holed firewall (port 808 re-direct to the server) is very possible. If you're "off-road" then you can effectively clean-up your cache anytime you are off-line from the RS infrastructure.
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48 Logistics: No Drivers Needed
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 30, 2017
A major logistics trend on the rise is autonomous road transportation—no drivers needed. Autonomous forklifts and robot arms load, unload and transport goods within the warehouse area, connecting to one another and forming flexible conveyor belts. The trend of autonomous truck development has grown over the last couple of years.
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CONSTRUCTION SITE PLANNING
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 16, 2011
It involves the organization of land use zoning, access, circulation, privacy, security, shelter, land drainage, paintballing and other factors. This is done by arranging the compositional elements of landform, planting, water, buildings and paving and building zoos Roads and buildings, even gardens, do not grow by themselves.
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118 REINFORCEMENT CORROSION-CAUSES & PREVENTION
The Constructor
MARCH 18, 2012
MINIMISING THE RISK OF CORROSION: The quality and depth of concrete in the cover zone are all important in minimizing the risk of corrosion as shown in fig. Like most of the aspects of concrete durability, deterioration due to corrosion of the reinforcement can take place years (5 to 20) to manifest itselt.
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Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction. To assist those interested in making the journey, Pro Builder and the Pittsburgh-based Housing Innovation Alliance initiated a comprehensive “IC Road Map” with the help of a working group consisting of home builders, suppliers, researchers, and other industry experts.
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116 North Carolina Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JULY 11, 2014
Industrial Road Access Program: Administered by North Carolina’s Department of Transportation (DOT), this program provides funds for the construction of roads to provide access to new or expanded industrial facilities. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ): Neutral, secured areas legally outside of the U.S.
DISTRACTED DRIVING
Safety Services Company
APRIL 10, 2014
Studies show that drivers who send or receive text messages focus their attention away from the road for almost five seconds. GPS systems can take a driver’s focus off of the road. Employers should develop a clear policy regarding the use of mobile electronic devices by: Defining company vehicles are “text-free zones”.
What Are Riggers Gloves Used For?
Work Gearz
MAY 30, 2022
They are best for rigging, cable pulling, building, boating, fishing, construction, forestry, industrial purpose, mechanics , packing, transport, and warehouse work to name a few. Mostly, construction workers, rail workers, emergency responders, and road workers are seen wearing such rigger gloves. Thermal or insulated rigger gloves.
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BUSINESS REPORT: EC Railway, Port Everglades Join Forces on Intermodal
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 1, 2013
As a result, traffic congestion on State Road 84 is to be reduced. The ICTF with new technology will allow FEC to efficiently and effectively deliver superior transportation service between South Florida and the Eastern United States,” FEC CEO Jim Hertwig said. FLORIDA FAST FACTS. Population (2011 Est.): 19,057,542.
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Pennsylvania Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Business Facilities
JULY 11, 2014
BFTDA Alternative Energy Development Program (AEDP): Provides funds to businesses through the four Ben Franklin Technology Partners for access to capital, business expertise, technology commercialization services to advance the development of new technologies and for the generation, conservation and transportation of alternative and clean energy.
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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
The new facility will include 15,000-square feet of hangar space and 3,000-square feet of office complex on the north side of Tower Road. This service can remove about 700 trucks from the highways with each barge movement, making a major contribution to improving the air quality, safety and road capacity for our region.
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Cool Planet Energy Systems Announces $168 Million Investment In Louisiana Bio-Refineries
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
AUGUST 27, 2013
The fuel will be compatible for use in existing vehicles on the road today. The City of Alexandria will provide gas, water, sewer and electrical upgrades, along with road improvements at the 30-acre Port of Alexandria site. The company’s business model calls for developing 400 of the micro-refineries across the U.S. in the next decade.
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TopShip Investing $68M In Mississippi Shipbuilding Operation
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 10, 2016
Dubbed TopShip, LLC, the project will create 1,000 full-time jobs and be located at the Port of Gulfport’s new inland port on Seaway Road. . Secondarily, TopShip’s operations on Seaway Road will link seamlessly with our modernized, deep-water draft facility, creating expanded cargo opportunities and leading to additional job creation.”.
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40 BASF Breaks Ground On Expansion In Geismar, LA
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 24, 2012
BASF could have invested in other states, but they are choosing to expand right here in Louisiana because we have a great business climate, a strong transportation infrastructure and the best workers in the world.” “Our investment also demonstrates our commitment to the future growth of this site and our employees at Geismar.”
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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth
Business Facilities
AUGUST 21, 2017
Businesses looking for workforce training, road infrastructure or specialized locations may also qualify for specific incentive programs. One component of this zone is the 222,000–square-foot Patriot Plaza planned for development on more than 430 acres of undeveloped land within 1 mile of the regional VA Healthcare Center.
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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2012
Since the main function of concrete in the cover zone is to protect the steel reinforcement from corrosion, cracks in floor slabs can generally be filled with a cement paste. A small degree of cracking is quite common in most concrete structures, and can sometimes be ignored depending on how prevalent they are.
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247 COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
AUGUST 5, 2013
The riverfront complex is being built on the old Advocate newspaper site bordered by Main, North, Lafayette Street and River Road. Houston (Zone 84) and El Paso (Zone 68) also shined in BF’s new ranking of top Foreign Trade Zones. Total investment for the combined development is estimated to be $55 million.
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$267M Joint Venture Will Create 210 New Jobs In Virginia
Business Facilities
JANUARY 18, 2022
The new paperboard recycling and production facility, Celadon Development Corporation, will be located at the Chesapeake Deepwater Terminal site in the City of Chesapeake, VA. The post $267M Joint Venture Will Create 210 New Jobs In Virginia appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
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85 Construction Cost Estimating Blog: Carbon Footprint - A brief overview
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 17, 2011
A carbon footprint is the total assessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions produced through transport, land clearance, the production and consumption of food, burning of fossil fuels, like natural gas, crude oil and coal, manufactured goods, materials, wood, roads, buildings, and services. car and plane). Blog Archive. ► May.
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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 8, 2016
The same journey takes 22 days sailing though the Panama Canal to East Coast ports, including road and rail transport.
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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab
CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
The hollow core ribbed slab modules are also impaired during transport. The hollow core ribbed brick units are also impaired during transport. Also, Read: What Is Superelevation | Superelevation Definition | Superelevation Formula | Calculation of Superelevation in Roads. Quick to develop. Disadvantages of Hardy Slab.
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