CIRIA’s new publication explores Archaeology and construction CIRIA is pleased to announce the launch of a new publication Archaeology and construction: good practice guidance (C799). This guide provides a comprehensive update on managing an integrated archaeology and construction process to deliv...
IQ publishes Good Practice Guide for Handling Soils in Mineral Workings An update to the MAFF guidance ‘Good Practice for Handling Soils’ is now available following a detailed review led by The Institute of Quarrying (IQ), in consultation with Natural England and the Welsh Government, and with the suppo...
Considerations for Geotechnical Site Investigations Undertaking a geotechnical site investigation is no small feat. It requires extensive planning, and there are several key considerations to make before you even get on site. It isn’t simply a case of getting there, drilling a hole and going on your way...
Using non-destructive Ground-Penetrating Radar to Ensure Dam Safety As the world struggles to improve its critical infrastructure, many are seeking out non-destructive testing (NDT) methods that can help to accurately determine what can be repaired and what needs to be replaced. In the field of dam safe...
Should we use Rubble Soakaways to manage excess water With notoriously wet weather and endless rainy forecasts, England is no stranger to the odd downpour. This rainfall is mostly manageable, but some facilities must take further action to enable suitable drainage in order to negate the threat of floodi...
When it comes to building bridges Doka are the experts People tend to cross bridges as quickly as possible; because you never know. Experts even have a term for this phenomenon: gephyrophobia or “bridge anxiety”. Yet these valley-spanning structures are true expressions of supreme engineering skill, as...
Subsidence and maintaining a heritage site Caring for the long-term health of any heritage building brings unique challenges. Buildings that have stood for hundreds of years, have their own cultural and historical significance and, whatever their purpose – a school, a church or a stately home – they hav...
Paving and compacting with low temperature, low emissions asphalt The paving of a road tunnel under the Kriegstrasse in Karlsruhe was carried out under stringent constraints. To reduce emissions, the contractor was required to use machines with diesel particulate filters and low-temperature asphalts. Us...
UK’s Spring Heatwave sparks heat safety warnings We all love a bask in the sun from time to time — especially if it’s on a warm beach or in your garden on a summer’s day. But when you work outdoors, overly warm weather may not be ideal for your health or for the projects that ...
Managing surface water and drainage crucial to prevent potholes In response to the spiralling cost of fixing potholes across the UK road network, ACO Water Management has stressed the key role of effective surface water management in addressing the issue at source. A recent survey has found that almost...
How to prepare a Construction Site for Projects Breaking ground on a new project can be one of the most exhilarating and stressful experiences for administrators and managers. Before your crews can get to work, every site needs to go through a comprehensive preparation process to ensure operations run s...
Architects use Ground Penetrating Radar for historic church renovations In September 2018, architects were hired by the Congregational Church of Hollis to help design and oversee the construction project for a church expansion. Architects used ground penetrating radar (GPR) during the preliminary planni...
Geotechnical drilling for roads and highways Planes, trains and ships all have their own undeniable benefits – namely their ability to quickly transport a significant amount of people, goods and services between two locations – but these forms of transport pale in comparison to the vast and...
The highly effective and affordable highway ITL Interchange Modern highway interchanges and other heavy traffic roads interchanges have to ensure the highest possible traffic safety and capacity. Most of these interchanges are located on the outskirts of major cities and also in urban areas where the si...
How to create a Dust Control Plan for your Construction Site Dust can be a major problem on construction sites which are usually populated by dozens of workers and vehicles moving around that tend to kick up a lot of dust if the conditions are right. Dust control is so essential on construction sites th...
SENNEBOGEN 100-tonne Clamshell Crane digs deep on Kiel Canal project The Kiel Canal is one of the world’s busiest artificial shipping lanes and connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea over a distance of almost 100 km. The Brunsbüttel lock system forms the western entrance to the canal and now i...
The Transtec Group uses Continuous Testing Data to save Texas Airport from reconstruction Pavement engineering firm The Transtec Group was hired by RS&H to perform an evaluation of airfield pavements at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) in Austin, Texas. RS&H, a national architecture...
What is Rotary Drilling and How Does It Work? Rotary drilling has withstood its popularity over the years, being the most common method of drilling used for an assortment of different projects. Archaeological records show that even the Egyptians might have used a similar technique and the method can be...
Austria’s Tyrol mountains no match for the VÖGELE SUPER 1803-3i Paver Many people consider building mountain roads one of the royal disciplines: the steep terrain puts far more demands on technology and logistics than projects on the level. The SUPER 1803-3i from VÖGELE masters these challenges. A...
Wirtgen F Series Milling Machine takes Pole Position at Alabama Racetrack Two W 210 Fi milling machines from Wirtgen have claimed a wire-to-wire victory at the famous Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama. In the process, the machine owners were extremely impressed by the new generation of larg...
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