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Transforming Transportation Infrastructure: Improving Resilience by Protecting Road and Bridge Embankments with GEOWEB® Geocells

Civil + Structural Engineer

In a rapidly changing world, maintaining and improving our transportation infrastructure’s resilience and sustainability has become a critical concern for civil engineers. River Road in Lewiston, Maine, faced a similar challenge due to its steep 1:1 slope and heavy traffic, including constant truck flow.

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Benefits of Hiring Professional Movers for Local & Long-Distance

CCR Magazine

Between packing, organizing, and transporting belongings, the process often feels overwhelming. Moving companies are staffed with trained professionals who understand the intricacies of packing, loading, and transporting items safely. Movers know how to handle delicate or heavy items, ensuring they are properly secured for transport.

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Kito Crosby announces 2023 ‘Lifting for the Troops’ campaign

CCR Magazine

Kito Crosby, a leading manufacturer of lifting and securement solutions, is pleased to announce its Lifting for the Troops campaign for 2023, supporting the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation. Fallen Patriots provides college scholarships and educational services to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.

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Sustainability and the Port of Virginia

Civil + Structural Engineer

Skanska’s work improving 1,500 feet of an existing 3,540-foot wharf includes constructing three heavy lift berths, the wind turbine generator delivery berth, the installation/load-out berth, and the monopile delivery berth.

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Yellowstone River Bridge Sits Tall at Top of Canyon to Improve Safety, Access and Views

ENR Construction

The current bridge has little room for pedestrians or cyclists and is showing signs of wear from decades of extreme weather and heavy use. Transporting them required extra planning, says Lowe. “We Photo courtesy U.S. It was about a three- or four-month review process, but it will save time and money in the end,” he says.

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The precast industry… a supplier’s take

Roads Online

Global conflicts, natural disasters, and events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have impacted the availability of raw materials, equipment and skilled labour for the precast industry. Gone are the days of plain, heavy, and unappealing grey building blocks. Who is PSA?

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Top Tips for Moving Heavy Construction Equipment Safely

PN - Project Management

Whether you're relocating equipment within a construction site or transporting it to a new location, proper procedures are essential to prevent accidents and damage. Follow some top tips for moving heavy construction equipment safely. ​ Cranes, lifting equipment and slings "Accidents can cause injury and damage equipment."