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"Moving History: Relocating a Building on Wheels for Preservation and Progress." Shifting a building on wheels involves lifting the structure off its foundation and placing it onto a specialized moving platform or trailer. Hydraulic jacks raise the building, allowing steel beams to be inserted underneath for support. Once securely on the beams, the building is transferred onto wheels or a trailer. The entire structure is then carefully transported to the new location using trucks. This method is used for historical preservation, urban planning, or relocating structures from flood-prone areas. Proper planning, engineering, and execution are critical to ensure the building's integrity throughout the move. video credits Respective owners DM for removal / credits #Building #engineering #technology #construction #civilconstruction #civilengineering #engenharia #engenhariacivil

In 2019, the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced a project to reconstruct and expand both directions of I-94 between TH25 in Monticello and TH24 in Clearwater. The initial project called for expanding the roadway to the inside including a concrete median barrier. A newly proposed layout widened the roadway to the outside, making it closer to Locke Lake where a substantially single-home development exists, ultimately leading to a noise mitigation requirement. The standard mitigation technique requires the construction of expensive noise walls. However, the site geography and the proximity of the lake to the roadway made the construction of noise walls exceedingly difficult. Data showed that using next-generation concrete surface (NGCS) would provide noise reduction meeting the mitigation requirements. The project was completed in 2022 with NGCS installed on the portion of the roadway that was close to the lake, a more economical solution than expensive noise walls. In addition to reducing noise, NGCS also improves safety and ensures smoothness. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3STiLps

"Moving History: Relocating a Building on Wheels for Preservation and Progress." Shifting a building on wheels involves lifting the structure off its foundation and placing it onto a specialized moving platform or trailer. Hydraulic jacks raise the building, allowing steel beams to be inserted underneath for support. Once securely on the beams, the building is transferred onto wheels or a trailer. The entire structure is then carefully transported to the new location using trucks. This method is used for historical preservation, urban planning, or relocating structures from flood-prone areas. Proper planning, engineering, and execution are critical to ensure the building's integrity throughout the move. video credits Respective owners DM for removal / credits #Building #engineering #technology #construction #civilconstruction #civilengineering #engenharia #engenhariacivil

Austin City Council approved a nearly $23 million contract to build a new bridge across Lady Bird Lake near the Longhorn Dam. The now-approved construction contract is with Jay Reese Contractors, with a $20.7 million baseline amount along with an additional $2 million in contingencies. The project will create a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge across Lady Bird Lake, near the Longhorn Dam in east Austin. Read the full article on KXAN at https://lnkd.in/e8EHCh4M. From designing resilient bridges and bulkheads to efficient pump stations and intricate tunnels, Stiver specializes in both above and below-ground projects. While we provide the best in all of our areas of expertise, structural design is at the core of every task. For this reason, we are equipped to guide you from mapping conceptual design to construction oversight. Find out what distinguishes us from others at https://lnkd.in/ga3MwmHQ. #stivereng #structuralengineers #structuralengineering #structuraldesign

🚧 Did you know? 🏗️ Steep slopes pose unique challenges, and having the right equipment is the key to conquering the incline! 🏞️ In construction, engineering and land management contexts, dealing with steep slopes presents specific challenges. Building and maintaining structures, roads 🛤️, or other infrastructure on steep terrain requires specialized design and construction techniques to ensure stability and safety.  The degree of steepness is often measured in terms of gradient or slope percentage 📏, which indicates how much the elevation changes over a certain horizontal distance. Does your project have 3:1 slopes? Or even 2:1 slopes?! We’ll help you conquer your 30° slopes! #ConquerLandCompany #constructionchallenges

Austin City Council approved a nearly $23 million contract to build a new bridge across Lady Bird Lake near the Longhorn Dam. The now-approved construction contract is with Jay Reese Contractors, with a $20.7 million baseline amount along with an additional $2 million in contingencies. The project will create a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge across Lady Bird Lake, near the Longhorn Dam in east Austin. Read the full article on KXAN at https://lnkd.in/gff3JcKF. From designing resilient bridges and bulkheads to efficient pump stations and intricate tunnels, Stiver specializes in both above and below-ground projects. While we provide the best in all of our areas of expertise, structural design is at the core of every task. For this reason, we are equipped to guide you from mapping conceptual design to construction oversight. Find out what distinguishes us from others at https://lnkd.in/g4wpS2Bk. #stivereng #structuralengineers #structuralengineering #structuraldesign

Buildex Vancouver is coming up fast! Join Kinsol and friends for a panel discussion about Effective Team Dynamics in Modern Mass Timber Project Delivery (it's a mouth-full, we know!): In the growing and rapidly evolving landscape of mass timber construction, successful project delivery hinges on the effectiveness of project teams. Delivery models including fabrication-only, specialty engineering, DfMA, as well as the traditional model each come with their own set of benefits and challenges. Translation from demand to supply is the most time-consuming process because it is essentially virtual construction. “If it’s wrong in the model it’s wrong in real life”. Regardless of which model is followed, production bottlenecks can significantly impact delivery schedules. In this panel discussion, we’ll outline the critical steps in each delivery model and reinforce the role of cohesive teamwork in delivering mass timber projects from the perspectives of engineering, fabrication erection, and construction team members. Delivery models will be explained through real-world case studies, and attendees will leave with actionable takeaways on how to foster effective teamwork in modern mass timber project delivery. #buildexvancouver #masstimber #teamdynamics #projectdelivery Urban One Builders ASPECT Structural Engineers Kalesnikoff Adam Gerber P.Eng, MBA, MASc. Michael Marshall Sascha Engel Brent Olund Andrew Stiffman

Dive into the world of Grading Plan Engineers in Ontario and discover how they shape the landscapes for safety and efficiency. Essential reading for anyone involved in construction and land development. #GradingPlan #CivilEngineering #LandDevelopment #OntarioConstruction #StructuralIntegrity https://lnkd.in/gJRpd2my

Dive into the world of monumental construction with our #fridayfunfact series!🏗️ Today, we're marveling at the Hoover Dam's concrete empire. #engineeringwonders #constructionmanagement

Here's a handy tip for quick project pricing: Take a look at the site plan. The per unit cost typically covers the dwelling's curtilage, including substructure, superstructure, gardens, and pavement. Where it gets tricky is bringing in services like roads and drainage. These can be costly, around €4,300 per meter for a standard road with footpaths and services Remember, this estimate doesn't include extras like street lighting or EV chargers. While it's great for initial appraisals, be sure to refine your estimates for final due diligence. #ConstructionTips #ProjectPricing #Landoptionsireland #development