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Alex Fraser: 145 years of greener outcomes

Roads Online

As Alex Fraser celebrates its 145th anniversary, Roads and Infrastructure reflects on the company’s journey to becoming one of Australia’s leading providers of recycled construction materials. In 2018, Alex Fraser was acquired by Hanson Australia, one of Australia’s largest and most innovative providers of construction materials.

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These Building Materials May Be the Reason for Low Wi-Fi Connectivity

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While there are various technical causes of low Wi-Fi connectivity, interference caused by building materials is often overlooked. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. However, rest assured that I

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First phase of Coffs Harbour Bypass tunnel complete

Roads Online

Workers will now start excavating the tunnel floor, carry out the permanent tunnel lining works, install drainage, build the pavement, and complete the fit-out of the mechanical, electrical, fire, safety and intelligent transport systems. This will reduce travel times and deliver vital safety improvements,” said Aitchison. “We

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Open Space Institute, U.S. Military Academy Engineering Students Construct New Trail Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). Army, while at the same time challenging them with building in remote conditions. It is always important to give back to the community,” John Bernauer said.

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Industrial Constructors/Managers, Inc. facilitates improvements to aerospace test facility thanks to ‘on the go’ construction and welding

Civil + Structural Engineer

With cool air available to the engine, much higher speeds can be unlocked while continuing to use tried and true engine materials that are available today. But that’s exactly what Colorado-based contractor, Industrial Constructors/Managers, Inc. The project required a lot of flexibility, collaboration and teamwork on the fly.

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Adair County Awarded Preserve Missouri 2024 Project of the Year Project with Veregy

Civil + Structural Engineer

The award was fittingly presented to the Adair County Commission in the historic 1917 Missouri State Capital along the banks of the Missouri River in Jefferson City, Missouri. However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements.

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Going Driverless: an Update on the Cairo Monorail System

Civil + Structural Engineer

Additionally, more than 43 trains have already been delivered and are awaiting final assembly and commissioning. In a crowded and often congested place like Cairo, the movement of materials can often pose a significant logistical challenge. Now, coming out of Cairo from the East, progress on the monorail system is visible.