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Hercules Site Services PLC (AIM:HERC)posted its best-ever interim profits and revenues in the six months to end March 2024 boosted by HS2 and demand for its suction excavator fleet. First-half revenues at the civil engineering staff supplier jumped 32% to £48.8 million, underlying profits soared by 91% to £2.1 million while Hercules posted a pre-tax profit of £0.2 million (£0.2 million loss). Brusk Korkmaz, chief executive, said the supply of skilled operatives to both the HS2 Northern Section and other infrastructure sites had risen during the period. “In addition, we have added further new labour supply frameworks, including Costain and Hill Group, which will stand us in good stead in the years to come. "The civil projects division has won a significant number of tenders, new clients include Trant Engineering and Curio Group, and is well on the way to achieving its targets in 2024. Korkmaz added Hercules is also... More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors http://ow.ly/zfOp105vlQQ

In the bustling world of construction sites, event venues, and industrial settings, the management of pipes, cables, and hoses can be a logistical and safety challenge. Ensuring the seamless flow of traffic while safeguarding both people and equipment is a multifaceted task that demands reliable solutions. In these situations, pipe and cable ramps are a must. These robust ramps are designed to protect, organize, and maintain the integrity of essential utilities. In this blog, we’ll delve deeper into the intricacies of pipe and cable ramps, exploring their functionalities, key specifications, and the process of selecting the ideal ramp for your needs. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-AsAh75

Installation of the port crane is an important stage that requires attention and experience. Installation features include precise positioning of the crane for optimal performance, installation of load handling and control systems. ❗️It is important to take into account the need for reliable fixation, compliance with high safety standards and interaction with other elements of the construction process. Competent installation will ensure the efficient operation of the port crane and reduce the risks of unforeseen situations on the construction site.

'Action requires focus and priorities and these inherently require compromises and pragmatism.' Dominic Cummings   Ok, first off, I'm not here for a debate on politics. Let's get that out of the way from the get go.   However, In this, I think Dom has it right.   In an ideal world, every single job, every single project, every single partnership, business deal, marriage and transaction would go swimmingly, without a hitch and everything would be perfect. But we don't live in the world of fluffy unicorns. We live in a world of imperfections, last minute glitches and people being, well, people I guess. Sometimes we just have to make compromises and be pragmatic about whatever situation we find ourselves in.   Consider this.   I had a lesson in engineering pragmatism very early on in my career, when I worked for a big dredging company. We were alongside for repairs in Ipswich, with a Manitowoc grab on a barge. One of the key items was the replacement of a chain drive, which was a very tight tolerance fit onto the shaft and therefore needed to be heated before it would fit.   One slight snag - it was Sunday afternoon in the 1980's. Everything was shut down, including the shipyard we were working with. Only problem was - we had to get that on the shaft that day - the tugs were coming in the morning to get us back on the job. We HAD to be operational.   Someone, with a flash of inspiration, dived into the messroom, took the Sunday roast out the oven and all the shelves, and shoved the drive in there instead on gas mark 9!   We came back 3 hours later - ran down the deck with it on a length of scaffold. On it went first time. Job done.   This is one of my favourite memories of starting out in engineering.   What's yours? #engineering #navalarchitecture #offshoreengineering #pragmatism

TRAFFIC LIGHT INSTALLATION UPDATE For Phase 1 (HWY264/N. Cedar Road), construction dates have been rescheduled to March 27th and 28th, 2024. Traffic control measures, including flaggers, are arranged from 8 AM to 3 PM. Expect temporary traffic halts lasting between 10 to 15 minutes at various intersections. Phase 2 (HWY 191/264) construction is now set for April 3rd, 4th, and 25th, 2024. Similar traffic management plans will be in place, with flaggers on duty from 8 AM to 3 PM. Short-term traffic stoppages of 10 to 15 minutes will be enforced at each corner.

This is a short (sped up) video of yours truly installing the Hot Line Base Plate on a pole. For some reason, I am the only person at Line Wise that will fly a bucket! The HLBP can be installed as a complete unit, or in pieces as shown in the video!

what a great project.

Flowchart for Permanent Ballast Installation on a Ship 🛳 1. Start ↓ 2. Submission of Ballast Drawings Prepare and submit detailed ballast drawings to the relevant classification society or authority. Ensure drawings meet all design and regulatory requirements. ↓ 3. New Light Weight Calculation with Minimum Ballast Perform new light weight calculations considering the minimum ballast requirements. Document and verify the new light weight of the vessel. ↓ 4. Amended Capacity Plan Submission Prepare an amended capacity plan reflecting the changes due to ballast installation. Submit the amended capacity plan to the classification society. Ensure ballast tanks are marked as void tanks in the new plan. ↓ 5. Sealing of Ballast Tanks and Piping System Seal the ballast tanks and associated piping system to prevent any future use. Record these changes in the stability booklet, including details of the sealed tanks and systems. ↓ 6. Statement from Flag Authority on BWMC Applicability Obtain a statement from the flag authority indicating that the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) is not applicable due to the permanent ballast installation. Ensure this statement is documented and attached to the vessel's records. ↓ 7. End This flowchart outlines the process from the submission of ballast drawings through to the final statement regarding BWMC applicability. The process ensures that all regulatory, stability, and documentation requirements are met. #MarineEngineering #ShipStability #BallastSystem #MaritimeSafety #NavalArchitecture #ShipCompliance #BWMC #MarineIndustry #ShipManagement #VesselOperations

What are the essential procedures for a new contractor to effectively recommence the electromechanical works and fit-out of a tower project with 35 levels and 5 basements after a 5-year hiatus, given that the previous contractor left materials dispersed across the various levels?

The consultation feedback report on changes to Marine Order 12 relating to construction — subdivision and stability, machinery and electrical installations is now available. Read the consultation feedback report now: https://ow.ly/9SV450Qjz5y The new Marine Order 12 commences on 1 January 2024: https://ow.ly/uitW50Qjz5A #MarineOrder12 #consultationfeedback #maritimeindustry