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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. In addition, Decatur’s diverse economic foundation includes major operations for Tate & Lyle, another agri-business leader and the Mueller Company, a worldwide leader of water distribution products. Subsequently, the U.S.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

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AIEE: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. ELEC: Electrical. ELECT: Electrical. EP: Electrical Panelboard, Explosion Proof. EWC: Electric Water Cooler. EW & C: Electric Wiring and Communication. EWH: Electric Water Heater. FDN: Foundation.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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Since the onset of shale gas production, Pennsylvania businesses and homeowners have benefited from a 50 percent decline in natural gas prices and a corresponding 40 percent reduction in the cost of electricity. states with service to all six Class I railroads, and offers more than 7,300 miles of oil pipeline and 11,200 miles of gas pipeline.

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

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Micron’s investment payback is estimated at less than two years, with approximately $120,000 ongoing annual savings in electricity. gigawatt hours of electricity a year. Currently, SMUD is building the foundation for the “smart grid.”

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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Each crane weighs 1,550 tons and is fully electric so it emits no diesel emissions. The present effort in this part of the project is to develop 600 acres that will be the foundation of Virginia’s fourth, deep-water marine terminal. They are fully electrical and powered by 13.2kV with provisions for back-up diesel power.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

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AIEE: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. ELEC: Electrical. ELECT: Electrical. EP: Electrical Panelboard, Explosion Proof. EWC: Electric Water Cooler. EW & C: Electric Wiring and Communication. EWH: Electric Water Heater. FDN: Foundation.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

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AIEE: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. ELEC: Electrical. ELECT: Electrical. EP: Electrical Panelboard, Explosion Proof. EWC: Electric Water Cooler. EW & C: Electric Wiring and Communication. EWH: Electric Water Heater. FDN: Foundation.