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You might think that Michigan doesn’t have to worry about floods. Nothing can be further from the truth. In 2013, the waters of the Grand Rapids River flooded with historic proportions and affected many homes and businesses. Then, a year later, Detroit found itself under floodwaters. In 2018, “catastrophic” flooding occurred along Michigan’s upper peninsula. …
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Hurricane season runs from June through November every year. The U.S. seems to be the target of many of these destructive storms. As you might know, Florida, the Gulf Coast, and the East Coast are the most susceptible to seeing the damage that one of these storms can inflict. It is reported that up to …
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Dam-It Dams uses on-site water to fill dual inner tubes that cause the dam’s chambers to slowly and evenly inflate, forming a strong, stable cylindrical tube. As the inner tubes continue to fill and the water pressure builds, the dam unrolls in a controlled manner to create the barrier needed. The patented, water-filled portable cofferdams …
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If you’re a manager, your summer safety on the construction site should focus on your workers. To help your workers stay safe and healthy on the construction job site during the hot summer days, provide the following resources and services: Tips to Keep Construction Workers Safe During the Summer Educate workers Some workers may not …
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While a dry worksite is essential for many construction and repair projects, there are some cases where it is not feasible to cut off the water flow completely. Sometimes, a project requires you to completely block off the water for the duration of your project, while others need a diversion to keep the water flowing …
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Nearly 40% of bridges in the United States need repair or preservation work. It’s not that the problem hasn’t gone entirely unnoticed, as a $500B infrastructure package was recently passed to combat aging structures, with bridges being some of the most neglected areas nationwide. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the health of our …
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Both hurricanes and extreme rainstorms can present several problems for local communities. When weather authorities issue a flood warning, homeowners turn to sandbags or alternate flood control methods to prepare. Flash flooding in moderate to low-risk areas accounts for nearly 25% of flood insurance claims. For those who live near the coast, the amount of …
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Anyone in the construction industry knows a project’s impact on the surrounding environment. Between waste, energy consumption, and more, construction jobs aren’t always the most environmentally friendly. Fortunately, there are multiple ways construction crews can keep their environmental impact to a minimum. A few simple steps include efficient energy usage, time optimization, and taking advantage …
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Among other obstacles faced in the construction process, water can be one of the most challenging and costly barriers during construction. With 71% of the earth’s surface covered in water, and new construction beginning every day, cofferdams are proving to be just as significant today as they were before the birth of Christ. What is …
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Both hurricanes and extreme rainstorms can present several problems for local communities. When weather authorities issue a flood warning, many business owners turn to sandbags or alternate flood control methods to prepare. Flash flooding in moderate to low-risk areas accounts for nearly 25% of flood insurance claims. For those who live near the coast, the …
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