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Lift Stations: What They Are and How They Work

Fleis & VandenBrink

This is where lift stations are essential. Lift stations are generally an expensive part of a community’s infrastructure, and city planners minimize their number, but they can be necessary to have. Let’s explore more about what a lift station is, how it works, and what you need to know when it’s time to replace it.

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Subsea & Topside Corrosion Solutions for a Fluctuating Offshore Market

Civil + Structural Engineer

Unfortunately, infrastructure development takes so long that a good market outlook at the beginning of a greenfield projec t may have completely changed by the time offshore installation is done. On the topside are water injection systems, gas piping systems, and crude oil lines that need protection.

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APPLYING SPRAY FOAM INSULATION ON AND AROUND PLASTIC PIPES

Civil + Structural Engineer

New Technical Document Details Proper Steps for Use IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses techniques for the safe and proper use of spray polyurethane foam insulation on and around plastic pressure pipe materials has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. layer) thickness installed.

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City of Pearland Breaks Ground on Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility Replacement and Expansion, and Longwood Water Reclamation Facility Decommissioning

Civil + Structural Engineer

The expansion at Barry Rose and the lift station at Longwood will also incorporate equipment and technology that is uniform with Pearland’s other large treatment facilities and will make operation and maintenance more efficient. “Our

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Low Carbon Heating Systems to Choose for Eco-Friendly Homes

UK Construction Blog

Similar to choosing the appropriate attire for a big occasion, there are many factors to consider and there are instances when you must make a quick decision, particularly when the ideal installation time is drawing near. They’re not just good for the planet; they’re also a breeze to install and won’t break the bank!

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Exploring the Different Types of Construction Vehicles and Their Uses

UK Construction Blog

Excavators offer digging and lifting expertise while dump trucks handle debris removal & material transportation. Furthermore, front loaders can carry and transport building materials like bricks, metal bars, and pipes, making them invaluable on construction sites.

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5 Common Problems that can Affect a Sump Pump & How to Fix Them

Construction Daily News

If the pipes that remove excess water from a home freeze in the winter, the sump pump will stop working and the basement can flood. A grated discharge line attachment can help reroute water from a pump if the pipe is blocked further downstream. First, disconnect the sump pump from the rest of the system and lift it from the sump basin.