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Above Ground Pump Stations: The Growing Common-Sense Trend

Civil + Structural Engineer

The longer service life and easier maintenance add up to a significantly lower total cost of ownership. Prior to installation, optimizing pump performance begins with pump selection based on the pump station’s flow and head conditions. Additionally, it reduces wear and tear on equipment and minimizes breakdowns. Confined Spaces.

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Construction-related failures in plumbing pipe

Construction Specifier

Metal corrosion is an ever-present problem in the plumbing industry. Common piping materials such as copper, steel, and cast-iron are readily oxidized and thus undergo aqueous corrosion at a rate dependent on the corrosivity of the service environment. Pitting of internal pipe surface due to erosion-corrosion, water flow right to left.

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Advanced Wastewater Treatment Applications and Benefits  

Civil + Structural Engineer

From reduced infrastructure costs to managed aquifer recharge (MAR), decentralized systems offer a resilient and reliable approach to wastewater treatment, minimizing potential environmental impacts while offering flexibility and scalability. Installing advanced treatment systems can ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

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Revolutionizing Commercial Construction with Advanced Plumbing

CCR Magazine

With innovative solutions, you can conquer recurring issues like water leakage, poor pipe installations, or drainage problems in your properties. Their trailblazing efforts have significantly shifted the dynamics of the industry, providing cost-effective and reliable plumbing for businesses.

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Public Sector Facilities Preventive Maintenance – Financial and Technical/Financial Visibility Criticality

Job Order Contracting

Most, if not all, public sector real property owners have extraordinarily little visibility into facilities preventive maintenance costs or granular associated task line times. For example, owners may require a preventive maintenance activity and an associate cost from a contractor. Inspect relief valves and piping.

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Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds

UK Construction Blog

Understanding how they work and the regulations surrounding their installation, septic tank emptying and maintenance is essential for homeowners, builders, and policymakers alike. The process begins with the entry of raw sewage into the tank through inlet pipes. The liquid wastewater, known as effluent, occupies the middle layer.

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Fort Worth – Demanding Growth

Civil + Structural Engineer

The team worked together to prepare their approach to the critical intersections and tie-ins for key stakeholder and City Council approval–providing numerous phasing options with timelines and cost analysis for performing the roundabouts in complete closures, half closures, and quarters.