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What is a Bio-Polymer Drain and What Do They Do?
During construction deep trench walls will need support below the groundwater table to stop them from collapsing and making a freshly dug drain less than accessible. So to keep slurry and water diverted while a drain is being constructed, the use of a bio-polymer drain wall is exacted into place.
Posted on Jan-27-2010
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Soil Improvement is Necessary to Many Major Construction Projects
Soil improvement is an important part of land reclamation. It is implemented to prevent the excessive settlement of land that has been reclaimed for construction purposes.
Posted on Nov-19-2009
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Online Ticketing Solutions Help to Streamline Event Registration
Organizing corporate events can be very complicated. There are many factors to take into consideration. Any area in which extra effort can be spared is much appreciated. In the past, every aspect of the event had to be managed in a hands-on way by the organizer. Fortunately, this is no longer necessary.
Posted on Nov-19-2009
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Jet Grouting is a Vital Tool for Soil Stabilization
Jet grouting, also occasionally referred to as jet mixing, is an industrial method of grouting which uses high pressure techniques to mix, replace, erode and cement soils. Jet Grouting involves using a large drill with directional nozzles to drill into the soil and mix in the grouting. After the mixture sets, this creates a solid horizontal column. These columns can have a diameter of between two and six feet.
Posted on Nov-12-2009
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Power Plants Use Big Machinery to Power Cities and Homes
Power Plants are massive buildings, and likewise, they utilize massive equipment. The sheer size of some components can blow your mind.
Posted on Sep-26-2009
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Fossil Fuel Power Plants Have Provided Electricity for Years
Though unpopular, fossil fuel power plants provide many countries of the world with electricity. These plants generate electricity through the burning of fossil fuels, such as oil or coal. How the fossil fuel is converted into electricity is a complicated process.
Posted on Sep-26-2009
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Quantum Dots Broadening the Horizons of Biological Testing
During biological testing, it is often necessary to track substances to view where they are traveling in the biological organism. Traditionally, organic dyes were used for these purposes. Yet, as time goes on and demands have arisen, dyes have been going by the wayside.
Posted on Aug-28-2009
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Quantum Dots Enjoy the Glow of a Bright Future
Quantum dots are being used in medical technology to track and monitor cell changes. Quantum dots are much brighter and more stable then their predecessors in medical technology, which were organic dyes.
Posted on Aug-28-2009
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Slurry Walls and Soil Mixing give Construction Solid Ground
Many don’t realize it, but construction is a complicated process. People think construction projects take too long because people are not working hard. This couldn’t be further from the truth. One of the reasons certain construction projects take so long is because of the ground improvement which needs to take place.
Posted on Jul-13-2009
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Geo-environmental Solutions Needed in Solving Containment Problems
Any new construction or retrofitting of an existing structure comes with a number of environmental and civil engineering problems. These problems are made more difficult when there are environmental containment issues involved.
Posted on Jun-15-2009
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Toyota car, truck, and SUV solutions for summer needs in Pittsburgh
Summer time in Pittsburgh is time to work outdoors. Whether you are landscaping, gardening, or building a deck, you are going to need a vehicle to transport everything. Fortunately, there is a local Pittsburgh Toyota Dealer to offer several cars, trucks, and SUVs which are capable of transporting everything you need.
Posted on Jun-06-2009
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New or Used, The Toyota Matrix Gives You Compact Strength
If you’re searching in Pittsburgh for a new Toyota, you may or may not know exactly what you want. Many consumers looking for a new or used car have an idea in their head, but nothing specific. Toyotas are strong, dependable vehicles regardless of which style you choose to go with. Any Pittsburgh Toyota dealership will give you the information and help you need to choose the perfect vehicle for you.
Posted on May-14-2009
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Pittsburgh Toyota Car Dealerships Offer a Variety of Vehicles
For some people, the search for a new car is a highly stressful event. When considering everything from safety and comfort to price and quality, finding a new car that’s right for you can be quite the task. However, it’s likely that no matter what type of car you’re looking for, you can find it at a Pittsburgh Toyota car dealership.
Posted on May-02-2009
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Top 3 Features of 2009 Toyota 4Runner – the SUV from Toyota
Toyota SUVs are well known for both quality and technology. The Land Cruiser, Venza, Sequoia and Highlander are some of the remarkable SUVs of the Toyota make. Recently, Toyota has added another stunning SUV called “4Runner” to their SUV line up. The Toyota 4Runner 2009 is said to have equipped with the latest technologies. You may be aware of the fact that Toyota concentrates more on improving the safety features of the vehicles, and this approach is reflected in the Toyota 4Runner.
Posted on Apr-01-2009
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3 Main Construction Projects that needs Quality Control
Quality control is needed in every industry and other complicated projects. Complicated construction projects are no exception. As construction projects are often closely related to the public safety, quality control is an important aspect to be considered. Though quality control is very essential for all types of construction projects, it is ignored in many cases because of it detracts from complications.
Posted on Mar-31-2009
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