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Preferred bidders unveiled for £10bn electricity network deal

Construction Enquirer

Electricity network giant SSEN Transmission has confirmed ten preferred bidders for a £10bn onshore infrastructure upgrade. Work will provide the overhead lines, underground cables and substations required to redevelop the transmission network in the north of Scotland between now and 2030.

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Keltbray wins £40m multi-year deal for Northern Powergrid

Construction Enquirer

Keltbray has secured a framework contract, valued up to £40m to deliver critical overhead line infrastructure for Northern Powergrid.

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Network Plus to hire over 300 staff after major cable laying win

Construction Enquirer

Network Plus is on a big recruitment drive after securing a major five-year contract with National Grid Electricity Distribution for excavation, cable laying works and reinstatement covering the East and West Midlands, and South West of England.

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5 Hoisting And Rigging Hazards To Watch Out For

Construction Marketing

2) Electrical Hazards. Overhead cranes, most of the time, have electrical hazards with their power lines and wiring. The most common danger is when an overhead crane operator’s safety hooks become entangled in the wire while running the load over a beam or other obstruction.

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Full Brim Hard Hats Vs. Hard Hat Caps: Which One You Should Buy?

Work Gearz

Since the chief objective of these hats is to provide protection, full brim hard hats are a notch above in this category as it gives 360-degree protection of face, ears, neck from sunburn, falling objects, electrical hazards and non-toxic splashes. Light weighted, adjustable, with a secure fit. Comfort Level. Protection From Injuries.

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Hard Construction Costs

Job Order Contracting

Additional categories include mechanical/HVAC, electrical, foundation, interior, etc. Overhead & Profit – Temporary facilities, utilities, tools and safety and security costs. What is included in overhead can vary significantly based upon the associate project delivery method and contract.

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Make Crane Safety Priority One!

Constructonomics

This post was written by SPANCO, an industry leader in overhead cranes since 1979. You can find a variety of products on their website including jib cranes, gantry cranes, or an electric hoist. When working with overhead and gantry cranes, be alert for excessive drift or irregular stopping distances. THE EQUIPMENT.

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