Public Works articles from August 2002

Public Works archives from August 2002

Green Bungalow Block. (Editorial Viewpoint).(historic Chicago buildings renovated with an eye to environmental friendliness)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Bungalows renovated with "green" design elements. Many environmentally conscious "green" design elements have been used to renovate four historic bungalows on the Green Bungalow Block in Chicago. The bungalows were unveiled for public viewing...

Math-Soft Engineering & Education, Inc.(engineers choose careers early)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Engineers recognize their calling early. A survey of more than 1,200 engineers found that the drive to invent, design, and discover is the catalyst for becoming an engineer. Further, these engineers identified their passions while in middle or...

Water Environment Federation.(International Stockholm Junior Water Prize nominations)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Students may win prize, city may save money. The Water Environment Federation (Alexandria, Virginia) announces the nomination of Richard Miron and Alex Omiccioli as the 2002 Canadian finalists for the International Stockholm Junior Water Prize,...

U.S. Conference. (Washington Report).(U.S. Conference of Mayors survey on homeland security)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... The U.S. Conference of Mayors said a homeland security survey has found the nation's mayors are most concerned about the threat of chemical and biological terrorism. The survey, conducted by the conference and DuPont through their Cities United...

Environmental Protection Agency. (Washington Report).(water security grants)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Christie Whitman has announced the first round of water security grants, part of $53 million to help large drinking water utilities across the nation assess their vulnerabilities. EPA plans to issue...

House Water Resources and Environment. (Washington Report).(hearing on water quality trading programs)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... The House Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee held a hearing in June to explore the benefits and difficulties of water quality trading programs. Representative John Duncan, Jr., subcommittee chairman, said, "Market-based approaches...

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) said recent Federal Highway Administration data show that new highway construction using federal funds in 2000 totaled 1,072 mi, an average of 21 mi per state....

General Accounting Office. (Washington Report).(Interstate HIghway System report)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... A General Accounting Office (GAO) status report has found the overall condition of the Interstate Highway System (IHS) has improved over the last decade, but growing capacity needs are not being met. Representative Don Young (R-Alaska), the...

Motor Freight Carriers Association. (Washington Report).(seek to improve truck safety and efficiency)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Trucking officials have briefed a House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on ways to improve truck safety and efficiency, in preparation of reauthorizing the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA 21). Representative...

National Research Council. (Washington Report).(report recommends stronger environmental protection with sewage sludge)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The Sierra Club has urged the EPA to reexamine its support for spreading sewage sludge and increase protections for communities where sludge is spread. The group was responding to a National Research Council (NRC) report that recommended...

Environmental Protection Agency. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The Environmental Protection Agency has recommended a relaxation of the New Source Review (NSR) program in a report to President George W. Bush. EPA said the changes would encourage pollution prevention projects, energy efficiency improvements,...

Environmental Protection Agency. (Washington Report).
August 1, 2002... In an unusual collaboration, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Office of Management and Budget have agreed that curbing pollution from diesel-powered non-road vehicles and equipment should be a top environmental priority. John Graham,...

United States Steel Corporation. (Engineering Notes).(Grand Calumet River dredging)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Grand Calumet River dredging project gets underway. Under contract from United States Steel Corporation, Earth Tech (Long Beach, California, www.earthtech.com) and its dredging partner, J.F. Brennan Company (LaCrosse, Wisconsin,...

The Public Broadcasting System. (Engineering Notes).(Trench Safety Practices documentary)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Trench shield manufacturer featured in PBS television documentary. The Public Broadcasting System recently contacted Efficiency Production, Inc. (Mason, Michigan, www.epi-shields.com) to help in the production of the film Trench Safety...

American Water Works Association Research Foundation. (Engineering Notes).(Haestad Methods offers water utilities security training)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Company offers training program to safeguard U.S. water supplies against terrorist attacks. Haestad Methods (Waterbury, Connecticut) has announced the launch of the nation's first round of training for Risk Assessment Methodology for Water...

Lockwood, Kessler and Bartlett, Inc. (Engineering Notes).(win New York State Society of Professional Engineers' award for work on Norman J. Levy Park)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Consultant receives society's highest engineering award. Lockwood, Kessler and Bartlett, Inc. (LKB), Syosset, New York, received the New York State Society of Professional Engineers' highest engineering award at the society's recently held...

Southern Pipeline Construction, Inc. (Engineering Notes).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Pipeline renewal project is awarded. Southern Pipeline Construction, Inc. (Louisville, Kentucky) has awarded a subcontract to Underground Solutions, Inc. (Sarver, Pennsylvania) to install its Duraliner Waterline Rehabilitation System as part of...

Las Vegas Public Works Department. (Engineering Notes).(traffic lights updated)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Las Vegas upgrading its traffic lights. Las Vegas is replacing incandescent bulbs in its traffic lights with light emitting diodes (LEDs). The Las Vegas Public Works Department says it costs the city about $35 a year to operate a traditional...

Chesapeake Bay. (Engineering Notes).(solid terrain model)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Solid terrain model of Chesapeake Bay is unveiled. Maryland Governor Parris N. Glendening formally unveiled a solid terrain model of Chesapeake Bay recently at the National Geographic Society's museum, Explorer's Hall, in Washington, D.C....

USFilter Operating Services, Inc. (Engineering Notes).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Public/private partnership is said to be the nation's largest for water services. Indianapolis has chosen USFilter Operating Services, Inc., a subsidiary of United States Filter Corporation (Palm Desert, California), to manage the city's...

Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc. (Engineering Notes).(Leighton and Associates Inc. awarded Bakersfield, California contract)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Contract awarded for interchange work. The city of Bakersfield, California and Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc. have selected Leighton & Associates (Irvine, California) to provide geotechnical investigation services for the new...

Severn Trent Services. (Engineering Notes).
August 1, 2002... Recycled water treatment facility to use reverse osmosis membranes. Severn Trent Services (Fort Washington, Pennsylvania) has been awarded a contract to supply its UAT line of reverse osmosis membrane products for the Alamitos Barrier Recycled...

Walton County Water Authority. (Engineering Notes).
August 1, 2002... Water authority installs electronic registers to resolve complex metering operation. The Walton County Water Authority, Loganville, Georgia, has installed the Water Specialties propeller meter at several new pumping stations and converted...

Utah Department of Transportation. (Engineering Notes).
August 1, 2002... Consultant to design highway reconstruction project. The Utah Department of Transportation has awarded a contract to Parsons Brinckerhoff for reconstruction design of five miles of SR-189 in Provo Canyon from Wildwood (MP 14.28) to Deer Creek...

Exodermic Deck boosts bridge's rating and keeps traffic moving.
August 1, 2002... Designed by D.B. Steinman, the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge is one of the country's longest continuous deck truss bridges. Rehabilitation of the bridge began in 2000, and includes a wider new deck, new deck joints, and safety improvements, all...

Low maintenance a promise with perpetual pavements.
August 1, 2002... The idea is catching hold. At state transportation departments nationwide, officials are devising designs and specifications-and building demonstration projects-for perpetual pavements, or asphalt pavement designed for exceptionally long life....

Alternative paving program reduces maintenance costs.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... In 1995, the Orange County Florida Highway Maintenance Department (now the Roads and Drainage Division) had an inventory of approximately 240 miles of maintained unpaved roads. The engineering staff began research to find a cost-effective...

GIS pushes Minneapolis into e-Government experience.
August 1, 2002... Minneapolis, named after the Dakota word "Minne" meaning "of the waters" and the Greek word "polis" meaning "city," boasts 22 lakes and over 380,000 people within its boundaries, making it the most populated city in Minnesota. The Twin Cities...

Using sediment transport, stable channel design in urban stream restoration.
August 1, 2002... Urban channel design has traditionally focused solely on erosion control and flood conveyance, ignoring geomorphology habitat sustainability. In many cases, avoiding sediment deposition can be just as important as avoiding erosion....

New Pima Freeway segment blends engineering and aesthetic solutions.
August 1, 2002... The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) completed a new segment of the Pima Freeway in Scottsdale from Shea Boulevard to 90th Street within budget and 30 days early. Working closely together, ADOT, project engineers Parsons...

Rural highway design challenges overcome.
August 1, 2002... Aging infrastructure, notably in our highways, demands that attention be given to improving highway safety and providing for increased traffic volumes. In rural areas, providing safe and efficient highways often means dealing with challenges...

Puget sound agencies explore LIDAR survey data appliances.
August 1, 2002... For more than two years, the Puget Sound LIDAR Consortium (PSIC) has been collecting highly detailed digital earth surface data for the Puget Lowland with advanced light detection and ranging (LIDAR) technology--and making the data available...

Traffic Signage Buyers' Guide.
August 1, 2002... Traffic Signage Buyers' Guide. Sign Posts Sign Supports Signs & Company Breakaway & Accessories Materials ADDCO, Inc., Traffic Control Group Adra Corp. ...

Tucson's Fleet Services Division. (Update Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Cities improve cost-effectiveness in solid waste hauler management. The city of Tucson, Arizona, was faced with a number of aging solid waste haulers in its fleet; some of the trucks dated back to 1984, says Tim Coleman, a management assistant...

"Revolutionary" spreader. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The new Vee Pro 6000 salt and sand spreader is made entirely of heavy-duty polyethylene. Said to be a first for the industry, the Vee Pro's polymer construction eliminates corrosion and weighs less. It features few moving parts; a...

Snowplows for skid-steers. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Three new Trip-Edge snowplows are offered for skid-steer loaders. The 7-ft 6-in., 8-ft, and 9-ft models feature adjustable mounting height to accommodate both track and wheel skid-steer loaders. Trip-Edge plows have a trip-edge or base angle...

Snow blades for loader. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... These 5- and 6-ft width snow blades are designed to quickly attach to the RC-30 All Surface Loader, a machine said to feature excellent traction, narrow width, climbing ability, high maneuverability, increased visibility, and efficient...

Motor graders for snow removal. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... H-Series motor graders, such as this 140H unit shown working with a Snow Wing work tool, are designed to meet the special demands of snow removal applications. H-Series machines "feature application-specific equipment to offer the most...

Specially treated salt. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... ClearLane treated salt combines magnesium chloride and cane molasses and is delivered pre-mixed. One municipal user reported, "ClearLane spread real evenly and there were no clumps whatsoever. It dropped to the road and adhered right to the...

Two stainless steel spreaders. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The 6.5-ft Model 620 salt and sand spreader is powered by an 8-hp engine and fits full-size short-box pickups. The 8-ft Model 820 has a 10.5-hp industrial/commercial engine and fits standard box trucks. Corrosion-resistant stainless steel is...

Snowplows for tractors and skid-steers. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Pro Series snowplows have a floating blade that allows semi-down pressure, putting weight onto the blade to increase the scraping ability to clean snow and ice. This new design floats on a solid steel link and an industrial compression spring,...

Front discharge spreader. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Front Center Discharge (FCD) option for the MUNIbody II [TM] sand and salt spreader allows materials to be discharged in the center front of the vehicle. Its floor slopes 22 degrees to the conveyor so material loads are easier to clean out....

Tailgate and hopper spreaders. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Model 2100 tailgate spreader's rubber trough eliminates corrosion and its flexibility helps to promote a smooth, consistent flow of material and virtually eliminates auger jamming. The company's PHS hopper spreaders are designed to fit in...

Influent flow control valve. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The full-ported elastomer sleeve of the Series 5400 large-diameter influent flow control valve allows for unrestricted flow when open and provides a bi-directional, drop-tight seal when closed. The sleeve is said to maintain excellent long-term...

All-wheel-drive power buggy. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The WPB-16AWD is described as the industry's first all-wheel-drive power buggy in a 16-cu ft capacity. It allows operators to transport concrete and other materials around the job site despite adverse soil conditions and it is especially suited...

Wire storage lockers. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Turn wasted space into a useful storage area with these storage lockers. The 3- and 4-ft wide lockers may be ordered with or without doors and come in two styles: single or double tier. They are easily installed individually or in groups with...

Elevated sand table. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Children of all abilities can experience the fun of building castles in the sand at your playground with the new Elevated Sand Table. This independent play event puts the sand trays at a height of 30 in., enabling children in wheelchairs to...

Underground piercing tools. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Big Shot line of pneumatic underground piercing tools features components that are CNC machined to exact dimensional tolerance from a solid billet of nickel chromoly steel and fully heat treated for superior strength and wearability. The...

Foaming root control. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... RootX foaming root control is a simple, yet effective way to eliminate damaging root growth in municipal and residential pipelines. It makes the person applying the product a root control professional without extensive training or investment....

Powerful Waste Reducer. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Primary Waste Reducers are purpose-built for high-capacity, volume reduction applications. Large infeed openings and an aggressive, bi-directional cutter design allow it to easily accept a wide range of mixed bulky wastes such as C&D debris,...

Vacuum sewage collection system. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... "AIRVAC costs up to 60 percent less than conventional gravity systems. AIRVAC also offers other advantages such as low O&M, fast installation, shallow burial depths, small diameter mains, and no manholes or confined entry. The systems are...

Telescoping crane. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The 50,000 ft/lb 8406H telescoping crane comes equipped with both an FM remote and tethered pendant, a two-speed rotation mechanism, power boom extension to 20 ft, and 60 ft per minute line speed. Its manufacturer says the 8406H provides the...

Bridge reinforcement system. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Archtec bridge reinforcement system is a complete diagnostic system and installation service, using sophisticated technology and drilling methods specially designed to strengthen masonry arch bridges while maintaining the historical...

Solar flashing arrowboards. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... These solar flashing arrowboards are available with efficient LED lamps and 15- or 20-light configurations, and can run unattended for months. They incorporate 50-, 75-, or 100-watt high-performance, self-regulating solar panels that charge...

Boosts engineering productivity. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... "Mathcad[R] 200 ii is an enhanced version of the industry-standard solution for applying math." New and enhanced features improve how users create, communicate, and collaborate on engineering documents and designs. Mathcad 2001i also delivers...

Compact Beach cleaner. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Cherrington Model 700PT Beachcleaner/Sandsifter is an economical pull-type screening machine that runs off of your tractor hydraulics. The new machine joins the Model 900 self-propelled walk-behind and 800PT pull-type...

Self-propelled telescopic booms. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... This firm has improved its S[TM] 80/S[TM]-85 self-propelled telescopic booms with engines that provide more usable power, faster lift speed, and improved traction and safety. The added horsepower allows it to handle any job site situation,...

Slurry pump. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The 5100 heavy-duty submersible slurry pump's design not only lowers operating and maintenance costs, but reduces initial investment costs as well, says the company. Designed to fit inside a standard 24-in, diameter manhole, the Victaulic[TM]...

High-security lock. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... CyberLock[R] is a fast growing family of access control products. CyberLock is an intelligent lock cylinder designed to convert existing mechanical locks into full-functioning access control systems, without hard wiring. CyberLock allows access...

New aluminum trailers boast economical operation. (Equipment & Services).
August 1, 2002... Genesis[TM] aluminum dump and transfer trailers "will cost less to operate, last longer, look better, and bring more at resale." The most striking aspect of the Genesis trailer is the clean, smooth sidewalls of polished aluminum, which mean...

Protective coatings. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... These ultra high-build, moisture tolerant epoxy coatings are said to offer unmatched protection and rehabilitation advantages. The 100 percent solids, environmentally-friendly, non-toxic coatings are formulated for excellent surface tolerance...

Concrete floor coating. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The XHP flooring system is a low maintenance, polyurethane coating system for new or old concrete floors. The four-component system creates an abrasion- and chemical-resistant surface that cleans easily, is impervious to grease, oil, and other...

Compact tractor. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The new, three-cylinder, 30-hp TC30 compact tractors are said to deliver a wide variety of high-performance features at a budget price. The TC30 can be customized with a choice of transmissions, two-wheel drive or front-wheel drive axle, and...

Construction equipment. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... This company is the new marketing and distribution arm for Dressta equipment in North America, including crawler dozers, wheel loaders, and a crawler loader. "In addition to its proven technology, Dressta products feature rugged construction...

Odor eating manhole insert. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Odoreater HDPE manhole insert comes equipped with a canister containing 20 lb of activated carbon to trap and store hydrogen sulfide odors. Purified air ventilates into the atmosphere through the canister lid. Parts are compact, corrosion...

Hydro-seeding tacking agent. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... University testing confirms that Tacking Agent 3 reduces soil erosion and water runoff immediately after hydro-seeding, says the company. No cure time is required. It also reduces the paper mache effect of fiber mulches while improving...

Drive-on wash pad. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The newly designed Big Island is a portable, 15-ton capacity, aboveground drive-on wash pad for cleaning vehicles, construction equipment, and large parts. It is designed for use with existing pressure washers and features non-skid surfaces,...

Suction diffuser. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... To provide optimum flow conditions at pump inlets, this firm has introduced a new suction diffuser in several groove-to-flange configurations. The Series 731-G comes with a removable fine mesh strainer and a fine mesh sleeve that acts as a...

Improves deep bed filtration. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... "With proper coagulation and flocculation excellent water quality can be achieved. However, when the turbidity exceeds 10 mg/L with flow rates greater than 3 gpm and the water contains large floc, the top pores may become heavily clogged and...

Paint striper. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... The Bantam XL is a conventional air spray system for spraying lines, curbs, car stops, and stencils. Features include 4-hp Honda engine, an adjustable spray gun for 2- to 6-in. wide lines, and accessory hand-held gun. The 5-gal, low-pressure...

Turf maintenance machine. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).
August 1, 2002... The Turf Tidy combines de-thatching, sweeping, and flail mowing capabilities in one easy-to-use machine. The newest version allows a quick switch from one function to another thanks to its easy-to-reach, forward facing access panel. Design...

GastorGuard scares birds. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... GatorGuard is a life-sized floating replica of an alligator head designed to scare geese, ducks, and other birds and small mammals from the water areas they love. Applications include parks, golf courses, and municipal water utilities....

Electric submersible pumps. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Sub-Prime[R] electric submersible pump GPS models feature a top discharge, flow rates to 5,000 gpm, and discharge heads to 375 ft. The units, with a slim-line design for fitting into confined spaces, are designed for large dewatering...

Software predicts pavement performance. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Powerpave is a CAD program that predicts the early-age performance of continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP). Available in CDROM format, Powerpave is a practical, easy-to-use tool that can help optimize CRCP options to allow owners,...

New Business Class truck. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... A completely new line of Class 5 to 8 medium-duty and vocational trucks, the Business Class[R] M2 is said to provide superior visibility, superb maneuverability, driver-friendly cab, and outstanding reliability. Its lightweight and...

Pedestrian trenchers. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... The RT200 pedestrian trencher is fully-hydrostatic and is designed for use in most ground conditions, including tough soils such as clay. The RT200 comes standard with a 23hp Kohler engine, and can trench depths down to 48 in. deep, with widths...

LED directional arrows. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... LED technology has been incorporated into these two Traffic-Manager directional arrows. The SY810L is a 10-light unit and the SY850L is a split directional arrow consisting of two arrow panels with five lights on each panel. SY810L functions...

Channelizer drum. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... The Lifegard II[TM] channelizer drum offers two ballasting methods: an internal snap-on molded rubber base, or a PSS external tire collar. Innovative design allows users to attach and remove internal base with ease, yet reduces premature...

Sign and post attachment. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... "Save valuable hours when installing and removing signs, posts, and guard rails." The HTD-3210 attachment easily mounts to an existing snowplow frame. One person operation saves time on the job. Conveniently mounted controls provide for safe...

Odorless adhesive system. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... A new PLUS range of popular epoxy acrylate anchoring systems boast faster curing time, higher load capacities, and other performance benefits while maintaining the convenience of a cartridge dispensed adhesive system. The adhesives use a new...

Transfers dewatered sludge. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... The 2000 HS system "is the cost-effective alternative to expensive, high-maintenance piston pumps and open conveyors for dewatered sludge transfer in municipal wastewater treatment. Designed for maximum flexibility, the 2000 HS system features...

Maintenance software. (Snow & Ice Control Equipment).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Use EZ Maintenance software to schedule, manage, and track all costs of routine preventive maintenance or random occurring repairs for machinery, plant equipment, vehicles and fleets, or stock, such as tires. It is intuitive and self-prompting...

LFG&E International. (Worth Telling).
August 1, 2002... LFG&E International (El Cajon, California) announces "the formation of an elite group of biogas specialists with unprecedented experience to provide support services for engineers, contractors, operators, and owners." This new group, to be...

Flowtronex PSI, Inc. (Worth Telling).
August 1, 2002... Stephen H. Jeffus has joined the Municipal WaterWorks Division of Flowtronex PSI, Inc. (Dallas, Texas) as manager of application engineering.