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🌟 Thank You for the Spotlight - Slice of Construction. By enhancing planning efficiency and reducing project risks, we aim to drive innovation and success in every project—for utilities, developers, and engineers. Thank you for highlighting our efforts! Learn more about how our software can transform your projects at CivilGrid. #CivilGrid #ConstructionTech #SoCSpotlights #innovation #construction #saas

Did You Know? GIS Enhances Cost Efficiency in EPC Processes GIS technology plays a vital role in boosting cost efficiency throughout Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects. Here's how: 1. Optimizing Site Selection: GIS analyzes geographic and environmental factors to pinpoint optimal construction sites, cutting down on land acquisition and preparation costs. 2. Efficient Resource Management: Precise location data from GIS streamlines logistics, reducing transportation costs and ensuring effective resource utilization, thereby minimizing waste. 3. Risk Mitigation: GIS identifies potential risks like natural hazards or regulatory constraints early on, enabling proactive planning and avoiding costly delays and modifications. 4. Streamlined Planning and Execution: By providing accurate spatial data, GIS aids in better project planning and management, maintaining timelines and preventing unexpected expenses. Bottom Line: Integrating GIS into EPC processes significantly enhances accuracy and efficiency, resulting in substantial cost savings. Interested in leveraging GIS for cost-efficient EPC projects? Schedule a consultation today and let's optimize your project together. Click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eHgfBXss Geospatial Solutions LLC 1-857-636-1087 www.geospatialsolutions.co #GeospatialSolutionsLLC #GISforEPC #CostEfficiency #OptimizedProjects #ResourceManagement #RiskMitigation #StreamlinedPlanning #EfficientExecution #ProjectManagement #SpatialData

What are the benefits of GPR technology? The use of GPR feeds important data into subsurface utility engineering processes to improve the reliability of subsurface information and geolocation accuracy of buried utilities. There is growing evidence that the use of SUE in infrastructure projects has a positive return on investment. - U.S. Department Of Transportation ROI of $4.62 per $1.00 invested ‘Cost Savings on Highway Projects Utilizing Subsurface Utility Engineering’ (Purdue University, 1999) - Ontario Sewer and Watermain Contractors Association ROI of $3.41 per $1.00 invested ‘Subsurface Utility Engineering in Ontario: Challenges and Opportunities’ (University of Toronto, 2005) - Pennsylvania DOT ROI of $21.00 per $1.00 invested ‘Subsurface Utility Engineering Manual’ (Pennsylvania State University, 2007 - University of Toronto ROI of $2.05 to $6.59 per $1.00 invested ‘Evaluating the use of Subsurface Utility Engineering in Canada’ (University of Toronto, 2006) The use of locating technologies such as GPR assist greatly in improving our understanding of what lies beneath the surface of the ground and other structure and increasingly shows quantifiable benefit in improving the positional accuracy of subsurface infrastructure. #impulseradar #gpr #groundpenetratingradar #georadar

Engineers, join us tomorrow at Noon for a special webinar on Nature-Based Solutions. A few open slots remain for this important webinar with Raul M Mercado, PE, CFM. Topics covered will include -What are NBS & GSI -The Benefits of NBS & GSI -How to incentivize using Green Infrastructure -Urban v. Rural v. Suburban Implementation -& more Sept 18 Registration - https://lnkd.in/eFg5wbt4 #LowImpactDesign #NatureBasedSolutions #FloridaEngineers #Engineers #GreenInfrastructure

Engineers: Masters of Building Things… Until We Forget About the Whole ‘Maintenance’ Thing There's an often overlooked aspect to engineering which many people forget about. That's the pragmatic and practical aspects of what we do.   We can design the most amazing structures in the world, but if we:   1. Can't build them. 2. Can't install them or even 3. Can't get access for maintenance   .....then pretty much everything we have done up to that point has been pretty pointless.....   #navalarchitecture #engineering #engineeringexcellence #offshoreoilandgas #offshoreenergy #FYNB

🤔 To follow existing corridors or not to follow existing corridors, that is the question. When defining a new project development’s goals, the project team might consider whether to follow existing corridors (i.e. staying close to an existing network or existing rights-of-way). Doing so will have benefits and challenges unique to every project. Let’s look at some common ones. Benefits: ✅ Habitat and ecosystem disturbances are kept to a minimum. ✅ Construction adjacent to existing corridors may have easier access and reduced right-of-way clearing requirements. ✅ Concealment means the project is less likely to be opposed and is less visually impactful. ✅ The new assets will likely be less affected by their surrounding environment = reduced maintenance. Challenges: 🔶 Compatibility issues between different types of infrastructure (e.g. transmission lines and pipelines). 🔶 Minimum distance requirements for pipelines to ensure safe maintenance. 🔶 Constraints like resources or wetlands near existing infrastructure. 🔶 Operational and maintenance agreements with adjacent utilities might be necessary. 🔶 Constructability challenges may arise if subsequent projects are relegated to less desirable routes. . . . Deciding whether to follow existing corridors is a complex decision that boils down to the analysis of trade-offs. A consistent, data-backed methodology (with a dash of automation) can help you explore a wider range of solutions, with multiple corridors, instead of a ‘preferred option with alternatives’. It can also help you tell the story of how trade-offs were considered and how a shortlisted solution was developed. Thankfully, there’s technology to support you in that (hint hint). #tradeoffs #infrastructure #technology

Joking aside...... So the last couple of days I've focussed on analysis and I've hinted at some of the whizz-bang stuff we do at A Squared. However theres an often overlooked aspect to engineering which many people forget about. That's the pragmatic and practical aspects of what we do. We can design the most amazing structures in the world, but if we: 1. Can't build them. 2. Can't install them or even 3. Can't get access for maintenance .....then pretty much everything we have done up to that point has been pretty pointless..... #navalarchitecture #engineering #engineeringexcellence #offshoreoilandgas #offshoreenergy

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🌊💡 Water Network Upgrades with Orbital Engineering! Amidst the growing issue of aging water infrastructure across communities and the new EPA directives emphasizing the need to replace lead service lines, it is time to start thinking about forging partnerships with companies dedicated to addressing these critical needs. 🔍 With over 9.2 million lead service lines posing risks to public health and safety, the EPA's call for action couldn't be clearer. Through project experience replacing thousands of linear feet of pipe, we at Orbital understand the critical importance of modernizing our water systems. 💧 The Orbital Solution: Let us do the heavy lifting! From assistance in the development of service line inventories to design plans and profiles through Construction Management, our subject matter experts offer end-to-end solutions for upgrading water infrastructure. Whether it's lead service replacements or upgrading aging water mains, our dedicated team is ready to tackle even the most complex challenges, ensuring project execution and unparalleled results. And contact us today to start your modernization process! -> https://hubs.li/Q02phRXV0 #WaterInfrastructure #LeadServiceLineReplacement #EPA #Sustainability #CommunityDevelopment

When Does the Initial Cost of AIS Substation Exceed GIS Substation Costs? In the ongoing debate between Air-Insulated Switchgear (AIS) and Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) for substations, one common assumption is that GIS comes with a higher initial price tag. However, there are specific scenarios where the initial cost of an AIS substation can exceed that of a GIS substation. Let’s explore when and why this might happen: High Voltage Requirements: For very high voltage applications, AIS equipment can become quite large, requiring extensive space and infrastructure. The costs associated with land, construction, and additional safety measures may make AIS more expensive compared to GIS, which is more compact. Urban and Space-Constrained Areas: In densely populated or urban environments where space is at a premium, the cost of acquiring and preparing land for an AIS substation can be prohibitively high. Here, the compact footprint of GIS equipment can result in overall lower costs despite its higher equipment price. Environmental and Site Preparation Costs: AIS substations might incur additional costs for environmental mitigation and site preparation, particularly if the terrain or local regulations impose significant requirements. These added costs can sometimes make the initial investment in AIS comparable to or even higher than that of GIS. Complex Installation Requirements: If the installation of AIS equipment is complicated by logistical or infrastructural challenges, these complexities can lead to higher initial costs. In such cases, the advanced technology and enclosed nature of GIS might offer a more cost-effective solution. Understanding these factors can help in making more informed decisions about which type of switchgear to choose based on specific project needs and constraints. Finally, I would like to thank Eng.Ahmed Metwally and Eng.Mena Nabil for giving me the opportunity to know more and more about substation that makes me begin to write series of capsules about substation #Substation_Design_Course