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PRECAST METHOD OF BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

The Constructor

ii) Precast Decks: Precast deck construction is often used for the construction of long viaducts. It is a time saving method which is beneficial for long bridges where construction time for the final completion stage is tight. A long viaduct can have a complete precast deck speedily placed with this method.

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The Great Convergence, Part 2: Off-Site Construction Drivers and Enablers

Pro Builder

A closer look at what’s propelling the adoption of off-site construction methods in home building. My take is, after lamenting the loss of an all-time low interest rate, people will get on with the process of buying a home, as long as mortgage rates don’t breach 6%. Fri, 06/03/2022 - 11:37. Scott Sedam. Sustainability.

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SURVEYING: ERROR SOURCES IN TOTAL STATION

The Constructor

The following paragraphs provide the major sources of error when using a theodolite and also the particular method employed to compensate for that error. 1) Most electronic theodolites have a method to provide a field adjustment for horizontal collimation error.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: How to Develop P3 Clients

PSMJ Resources

For many, enabling legislation provides a framework of what must be done to utilize the delivery method. But, it stops short of recommending policy and procedures for each agency or jurisdiction. Mel Lesters E-Quip Blog. Sullivan Kreiss Building Design Executive Search Blog. Ford Harding blog. Blog Archive.

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Construction Equipments

The Constructor

Ripper Multi-shank ripper The ripper is the long claw-like device on the back of the bulldozer. Dozer blades usually come in three varieties: A Straight Blade ("S-Blade") which is short and has no lateral curve, no side wings, and can be used for fine grading. play an important role in construction technology.

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Earthbag Building

Natural Building

Having built my own home using earthbags, I have a fondness for this method of building and am a proponent of its use. We prefer to maintain the structural integrity of the wall system first, and then figure out ways to address insulating options.” Could any earthen wall systems withstand this test?

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Revit OpEd: Due Diligence

Revit OpEd

Welcome to Steve Staffords Blog ~ Revit OpEd = OPinion EDitorial ~ My view of things Revit, both real and imagined. In the short term, BIM lets us do the same thing faster - my 2 person firm does the work of 4 Autocad users easily. In the long term, construction and building design are in for massive change. Blog Archive.

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