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NEW RELEASE: 2nd Edition of the Lower Order Road Design Guideline The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland Northern Territory (IPWEA-QNT) is proud to announce the release of the 2nd Edition of our Lower Order Road Design Guideline. The First Edition of the Lower Order Road Design Guideline was released in 2016 and has been extremely popular and widely adopted by the public works civil engineering sector across Queensland and beyond. The lower order road network is estimated at over 70% of the Queensland Local Government road network and also represents a significant portion of the State Government road network. This Guideline has been developed to help provide more cost-effective design solutions for lower order roads. In the Second Edition we now provide guidance for traffic volumes up to 250 vehicles per day and design speeds up to 110km/hr. There are numerous other topics that have been included in this edition based on feedback and requests from our Review Committee. IPWEA-QNT is indebted to the tireless efforts of our Review Committee in particularly to Tony Gallagher (Chair) and Rodney Moss of Harrison Infrastructure Group. This update would not have been possible without their efforts and we thank them for their contribution. We also have a 1 Day course on Managing Risks on Lower Order Roads which has been updated to include new content from the 2nd Edition. For more information visit our website. Any questions relating to this publication, our Professional Development or technical products and services please contact Jesper, GM Stakeholder Engagement & Business Development at IPWEA Queensland & Northern Territory (IPWEA-QNT). View the new edition: https://lnkd.in/e-4JQ_Tg #qldroads #roads #unsealedroads #ruralroads #CivilEngineering #EngineeringEducation #bestpracticeguide #LocalGovernment

Happy #InfrastructureWeek: 12th Annual Infrastructure Week: May 13-17, 2024 For more than a decade, United For Infrastructure (UFI) has proudly presented #InfrastructureWeek as an annual, nationwide event focused on raising awareness about the importance of infrastructure and advocating for improvements that address some of our nation’s toughest challenges in transit and transportation, water systems, energy and more. Big shoutout to all civil engineers/planners within the transportation space 🔹 Roadway Designers: You make our travels safe and smooth. 🔹 Traffic Engineers: Keeping traffic flowing like magic. 🔹 Bridge Designers: Connecting us, one bridge at a time. 🔹 Construction Inspectors: Making sure it's built right. 🔹 Transportation Planners: Mapping out our route to the future. You're the real MVPs of our roads. Thanks for all you do to keep us safe! #transportation #highway #traffic #roadway #bridges #transit #aviation #rail #jobs #newengland #engineers #engineering #design #clients #projects

Check out this insightful article about TxDOT's groundbreaking work in steel engineering! Discover how their innovative approaches and engineering excellence are setting new standards in infrastructure design and construction. Enjoy this interesting read: https://lnkd.in/gKnz6HnM

Technology and Speed in the Francis Scott Key Bridge Replacement Infrastructure projects often face long delays, but the rapid timeline for the replacement of the Francis Scott Key Bridge seems to signal a shift. While Kiewit, the contractor selected for the project, is known for their expertise in large-scale infrastructure, the speed at which the contract was awarded following the bridge’s collapse earlier this year is impressive. Construction is slated to begin in 2024, with completion expected by 2028—a timeline that not only includes the construction of the new bridge but also the demolition and removal of the existing one. To put this into perspective, the original bridge, completed in 1977, took five years to build. Now, with modern regulations, safety requirements, and the additional step of dismantling the old bridge, this replacement is expected to be finished in the same time frame or less. Technology likely plays a critical role in achieving this. Advances in digital modeling, pre-fabrication techniques and project management tools are helping accelerate both the design and construction phases, allowing for quicker adjustments and collaboration. Comparing this to other major projects like the Tappan Zee Bridge in New York (which took five years to build after decades of planning) and the Bay Bridge in San Francisco (which spanned more than a decade due to seismic concerns), the timeline for the Francis Scott Key Bridge is notably aggressive. It will be fascinating to see how Kiewit manages this ambitious schedule and how technology continues to shape the future of infrastructure delivery. https://loom.ly/pLqUyog #construction #engineering #bridges

#Minnesota motorists may notice some projects on the road. Read the full story at the link below! #news #usnews #construction #constructionindustry #infrastructure #engineering #RoadsAndBridges

As a design-build firm specializing in industrial infrastructure, we understand a foundation’s critical role in manufacturing facilities’ structural integrity and long-term success. In this blog, we’ll explore the differences between deep and shallow foundations, their advantages and disadvantages, and key considerations for choosing the most suitable option for your project requirements. Read it here - https://loom.ly/Jp9rhzs

🚇🔍 Delving into Metro Construction: Fiber Reinforcement's Impact! 🏗️💡 Are you involved in metro construction projects? Then this study is a must-read! 📚 Latest research delves into the impact of incorporating Steel Fiber reinforcement in tunnel linings on the overall construction time and cost of metro projects. Traditional methods like the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) and Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) tunnels are compared, shedding light on some remarkable findings! 💡 🔍 Key Insights: - Steel Fiber reinforcement in tunnel linings shifts the critical role from NATM tunnels to TBM tunnels, streamlining planning and resource allocation. - Utilizing Steel Fiber reinforced shotcrete for both primary and final linings results in significant time and cost reductions. - Incorporating Steel Fiber reinforcement decreases construction time for metro station tunnels by approximately 25%, and for the entire metro project by 22%. - Construction costs see a noteworthy decrease of 16.6% for station tunnels and 14.7% for the entire metro tunnels. But here's the catch! While Steel Fiber reinforcement plays a pivotal role in time and cost savings, it's not a standalone solution for meeting project completion targets. Strategic planning and synchronized coordination of TBMs are paramount to ensuring timely project delivery. ⏰ This study underscores the immense benefits of Steel Fiber reinforced shotcrete in metro tunnel construction, emphasizing both efficiency and cost-effectiveness. It's a game-changer in the realm of metro infrastructure development! 🌟 Read the full study to unlock the potential of Steel Fiber reinforcement in revolutionizing your metro projects! Evaluation of the effect of using fiber reinforcement in tunnel linings for metro projects. https://lnkd.in/ervZsRuC 🚀 #steelfiber #tunnelling #innovation #sustainabledesign #carbonfootprint #bekaert

Preferred bidder named for #Australia’s T2D project A consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected as the preferred alliance partner for Australia’s Torrens to Darlington (T2D) project. More than half of the 10.5km T2D will be tunnels The T2D Project is the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, and will complete 78km of non-stop, traffic light-free motorway between Gawler and Old Noarlunga. It comprises twin three-lane tunnels, lowered and ground-level motorways, as well as overpasses and underpasses and upgrades at key intersections. More than half of the project will be tunnels. The consortium plans to procure three TBMs, instead of the two previously anticipated – which will mean both north and south tunnels can be constructed concurrently. The additional TBM will speed up construction so the project so the project could be completed earlier than the stated 2031 deadline. The consortium has also proposed plans for “innovative tunnel portal arrangements” that enable improved and lowered motorway sections with faster construction times and reduced costs; improved tunnel design and shorter cut and cover tunnel sections to reduce energy use and costs, and minimise impacts to local communities; and innovation for the construction of tunnel cross passages, and other systems elements of the tunnels. Main construction works on what is the biggest infrastructure project in South Australia’s history, are proposed to start in 2025, with TBM works for the southern tunnels planned to begin in the second half of 2026. https://lnkd.in/eKNsB2es

The 2024 B.C. Transportation Consulting Engineers Awards were handed out, honouring work to improve #transportation in the province, from rehabilitating a 100-year-old bridge in Terrace to building back better a critical piece of Vancouver Island highway. The winners were announced at the recent B.C. Transportation Conference for the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies BC (ACEC-BC). Winners included: WSP in Canada, Urban Systems Ltd., Thurber Engineering Ltd., McElhanney, Binnie, and AECOM B.C.’s consulting engineers are responsible for the design of highway and transportation #infrastructure, including roads, bridges and transit infrastructure. Designs are complex and must consider many different structural, geotechnical, social and environmental variables. These include sub-surface structure and stability, community/traffic flow needs during each phase of construction, and building for future use, needs and technologies. The B.C. Transportation Consulting Engineers Awards recognizes technical excellence in consulting engineer services provided to improve B.C.’s transportation infrastructure. https://lnkd.in/gCdEivGA

In its latest round of contract awards, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has issued 10 new contracts totaling more than $118 million. This brings the total value of the GDOT’s Fiscal Year 2024 contracts, including those administered locally, to $1.08 billion. Of these latest awards, reconstruction projects were 53% of all contracts awarded, the GDOT said, followed by resurfacing (30%), bridge construction (14%) and safety (3%). Vertical Earth in Cumming, Georgia, won the largest single contract – more than $62.4 million – for approximately three miles of widening and reconstruction for turn lanes and other improvements along State Route (SR) 9 in Fulton County. Read the full article on The Construction Broadsheet at https://lnkd.in/dc258fr6. Stiver Engineering’s expertise is providing engineering solutions to complex construction projects. This includes designing traffic control plans that help limit disruptions to both the public and your project. Our knowledgeable team understands the delicate nature of traffic control and can provide the best solutions for businesses and municipalities. If you are working on a project or were recently awarded one, then the professionals at Stiver Engineering would love to help make your vision a reality. Learn more about our services at https://lnkd.in/ga3MwmHQ. #stivereng engineeringsolutions #trafficcontrol