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Working in or close to a source of water can be both a complex and dangerous undertaking. The challenge of construction is complex enough, but when you throw in the extra layers of environmental needs, safety, the unpredictability of the weather and water management itself, the whole issue of construction projects in or close to …
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You may have heard of cofferdams, especially if you work in an industry where water intrusion is frequently a problem. There are many different types of cofferdams – coffer means ‘box’ so ‘cofferdam’ is simply a catch-all term for any type of dam that creates a box or wall to prevent water from going where …
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While there are those looking for solutions to dewater a project site who already know the many benefits of using inflatable cofferdams, there are still others who remain unaware of the ways in which inflatable cofferdams can be the perfect solution to meet their need. From planned construction to needing water moved out of the …
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As a general contractor or construction company, you already understand the importance of choosing the right partners for your projects to ensure the job is done well. Adding an additional wrinkle, such as working in a submerged site, brings another layer of complexity that might leave many scratching their heads. Fortunately, there are experienced contractors …
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The humble sandbag can have many uses in life, but the majority of people associate sandbags (which are basically, hessian or polypropylene sacks that have been filled with sand) with flood protection. Sandbags have been used to create a barrier against potential flooding and against actual flood waters for many years. They are effective at …
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If you are asking if inflatable cofferdams are expensive, then you are perhaps asking the wrong question. The question you need to be asking is ‘are cofferdams cost-effective?’ – and if you ask that question then the answer is a resounding ‘yes!’ Compare buying a high-end coffee maker against going to Starbucks every day. Okay, …
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Here at Dam-it-Dams we are always discussing how inflatable cofferdams are superior to traditional cofferdams. We have given plenty of reasons why this is true, but we thought it high time to put together the definitive list of why this is so. Without further delay, here is that definitive list of why inflatable cofferdams are …
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There can be little doubt that when it comes to problematic water, an inflatable cofferdam provides the best solution. No matter if you are wanting to dewater a construction site, provide protection against potential flooding or are looking to create a temporary way of containing water, inflatable cofferdams come out on top when compared to …
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One of the biggest hassles and potential causes of lost profits on any project is an unforeseen spill. There are different consequences depending on the type of spill. A simple spill may be smaller, more confined, and create minimal hazards. However, a complicated spill is a different story altogether. While the goal is to avoid …
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General contractors, business owners, and financiers all understand the need for speed when it comes to efficient construction. While not sacrificing quality or leaving loose ends untied, the ability to complete a quality job in a timelier fashion means moving on to other opportunities and keeping crews working rather than waiting. One of the biggest …
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