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Safeguarding the Environment and Yourself: The Importance of DOT-Certified Refrigerant Recovery Cylinders

Civil + Structural Engineer

The Department of Transportation (DOT) sets rigorous safety standards for containers used to transport hazardous materials, including refrigerants. DOT certification guarantees the cylinder meets safety regulations and can handle the pressure of the refrigerant it’s designed for. Not all recovery cylinders are created equal!

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

Construction Marketing

Material handling and storage efficiency are especially critical in the construction industry. There are many heavy-duty and temperature-sensitive materials to consider, and damage and theft concerns may arise anytime. . Any contractor may encounter several difficulties in terms of keeping such materials safe.

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Renovation of Doosan Bobcat Material Handling Facility Completed

Plant & Civil Engineer

The technical buildings with workshops for inspection, machine modifications and repairs have been equipped with new lifting bridges and an overhead crane. The completion and delivery of the renovated buildings is the start of a new chapter for our material handling team.

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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. While this was great news, it also proved that Reaction’s test facility needed the addition of a new liquid coolant system to handle the huge thermal load.

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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Inspect Your Machines Regularly. Avoid that from happening by inspecting your equipment regularly. . Regular inspection helps determine any defects in your machines. You can visit stenhouselifting.com or other similar platforms to learn more about construction machine inspection and maintenance. .

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Going Driverless: an Update on the Cairo Monorail System

Civil + Structural Engineer

In addition to serving as the Project Manager for the Cairo Monorail project, Hill International also handled reviewing the design. In a crowded and often congested place like Cairo, the movement of materials can often pose a significant logistical challenge.

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5 Myths About AI in Construction Debunked

iField Smart

Imagine AI handling repetitive tasks like scheduling and risk assessments, freeing you to focus on higher-level problem-solving and strategic decision-making. Improved Efficiency: Streamlined inspections and automated reporting free up valuable time for inspectors and project managers. It’s here to augment your skills.