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Symbolic railway bridge replaced with world-first network arch bridge

Civil + Structural Engineer

Over time, as bridges get used by heavy transport, they need replacing, and for such a historic railway bridge a special replacement was designed which was to be carried out with minimal disruption to the rail network. However, the use of a pontoon here was not possible due to the shallow, and changing, water levels of the river.

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New BJC Health Tower Breaks Ground in St. Louis

Civil + Structural Engineer

The floors change throughout the first five floors, both geometrically in the floor plates and structurally,” said Joe Galli, national accounts manager, PERI USA. The small prop requirements ensure more freedom of movement under the slab formwork and simplify the horizontal transportation of materials.

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Transform Your Garage: Essential Upgrades for DIY Vehicle Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Vehicle Lift Options A quality vehicle lift dramatically improves maintenance capabilities in your garage. These lifts typically handle 8,000-10,000 pounds and require concrete floors at least 4 inches thick.

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TRT: The next generation

Roads Online

Cleaner Due to its heavy focus on research and development, TRT identified the need to get ahead of the market. TRT’s in-house designers and engineers had to make changes to the fittings and overall structure of the crane to cater to the new engine. This helps to create a stable lift platform for the entire crane.

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The precast industry… a supplier’s take

Roads Online

Here, she chats with PSA’s Managing Director, Michael Smith. PSA Managing Director, Michael Smith. Rising costs of raw material, energy and utilities, labour, equipment maintenance and transportation have posed challenges for the industry by increasing manufacturing costs, reducing profit margins and affecting pricing dynamics.

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Kobelco and TRT: Hand in hand

Roads Online

Whether its Lattice Boom Crawlers, Heavy-Duty Crawlers, Telescopic Boom Crawlers or crane trailers, TRT’s range carries across a number of Kobelco model types, for different disciplines. Kobelco’s Heavy-Duty Crawlers, for example, are suitable machines for foundational and civil engineering works for construction projects.

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Infrastructure Products Australia: All for one

Roads Online

Trevor Schaefer, National Projects Manager – Cubis Systems says the company’s multidisciplinary approach ensures that customers can have a ‘one-stop-shop’ for their infrastructure needs. “We Our National Projects team expertly manage the project from PO to delivery.