Public Works articles from August 2006

Public Works archives from August 2006

Hope for the future: John Franklin doesn't have a college degree, but his five decades of construction experience are priceless.(Headworks Editorial)
August 1, 2006... Whatever it's paying him, New Jersey's Lakewood Township is getting more than its money's worth from public works director John Franklin. At age 65, after serving 10 consecutive terms on the township's governing board and five years as...

Asphalt U in session.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... Your crews can get asphalt paving training online, thanks to an Internet-based program just launched by the National Asphalt Pavement Association. Created in conjunction with Pavia Systems, the 30-to-60-minute courses incorporate video,...

Help for small water systems.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... To help small drinking water systems provide safe and affordable drinking water, the U.S. EPA has released "Point-of-Use or Point-of-Entry Treatment Options for Small Drinking Water Systems." The manual introduces treatment devices that can be...

Landfill construction triggers debate.(OPERATIONS)
August 1, 2006... Despite protest from residents and town employees, Holly Springs, N.C., will be home to a new landfill, the first in the state since 2004. Wake County commissioners voted 5-2 on June 5 in favor of the South Wake Landfill, which will be...

Another use for skidsteers.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... More cities are using skidsteer equipment to remove snow. "Skid Steer Loaders in the Snow and Ice Industry," a video recently released from the Snow and Ice Management Association, can serve as the basis for training your snow removal crew to...

Water, wastewater tips.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... WEFTEC.06--the Water Environment Federation's conference for water and wastewater professionals--will be held Oct. 21-25 in Dallas. This highly technical show covers trends in water quality developments, research, regulations, solutions, and...

Sun, sand, and sewage.(OPERATIONS)
August 1, 2006... Beaches attract swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers, but they also attract less desirable visitors--like bacteria and other pollutants from sewer and stormwater system malfunctions. Little wonder, then, that monitoring and maintaining water...

High prices hinder construction.(OPERATIONS)
August 1, 2006... With no end in sight to rising oil prices and the increasing global demand for cement, transportation projects continue to experience significant delays. [GRAPHIC OMITTED] According to the American Road and Transportation Builders...

WTS taps new leader.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... Women's Transportation Seminar, an international organization dedicated to advancing women in transportation, has named Diane James its executive director. James will take the helm of the 29-year-old organization in its new Washington, D.C.,...

Get a job!(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... APWA WorkZone, an online job bank created by the American Public Works Association, is searchable at www.apwa.net/workzone. The comprehensive site features opportunities at public works agencies, consulting firms, and related organizations...

Stormwater rule final.(Up Front)
August 1, 2006... The U.S. EPA has announced final revisions to stormwater regulations that will advance the comprehensive energy policy enacted last year. This action modifies water permitting program regulations to clarify that uncontaminated stormwater...

NDSU wins--again.(AWARDS)
August 1, 2006... For the fourth time in the competition's 15-year history, a team of North Dakota State University (NDSU) civil engineering students won the annual National Steel Bridge Competition. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] NDSU is the only school to win...

Dirty word or saving grace?(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... The public-private partnership debate continues to rage--see the news item on page 11 about a new landfill that will soon be under construction in North Carolina. According to a recent poll in "Public Works Business Update," PUBLIC WORKS'...

Career paths collide.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... I just read your June editorial (page 5). You wrote a great article and I agree with every word (although I don't know your brother). I have three children, and our oldest just graduated from Colorado State University in engineering. I don't...

Supreme Court clears up confusion.(RULES & REGULATIONS)
August 1, 2006... On June 19 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers overextended its permitting authority under the Clean Water Act of 1972 by restricting construction near storm drains and ditches. While the Clean Water Act...

Flower power.(Special report)
August 1, 2006... Kevin Clemmer and Derek Smith's neon orange safety vests aren't the only specks of color along North Carolina's highways. A vibrant sea of wildflowers also catches the eyes of drivers whizzing by. Clemmer and Smith work for North Carolina...

Reserving resources: Colorado will need 205 billion more gallons of water by 2030. The state's Water Conservation Board is taking a proactive role in meeting this challenge.(Water distribution)
August 1, 2006... Faced with escalating population growth and drought, Colorado has reason to be concerned with its water supply. Now more than ever, thoughtful management of Colorado's water resources is essential to ensure a healthy economy while protecting...

Pre-show planner.
August 1, 2006... strength in numbers You are not alone. Yours is one of nearly 20,000 public works departments serving citizens across the United States. Each agency struggles with the same challenges: responding to ever-changing (and ever-expanding)...

Selecting a vehicle-mounted generator.(Fleets)
August 1, 2006... On-board power in public works fleets is increasing due to the need for lighting and computerized equipment. Electrical power is a handy asset for work trucks and construction equipment, enabling your crew to run lights, welders, drills,...

Loader.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The SR-80 is a loader featuring 20-inch-wide rubber tracks and multilevel suspension. The loader has four independently moving wheel carriages on each side to ensure contact on uneven ground. The machine has 15 inches of ground clearance and...

Skid loader.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The 7810E skid loader has a load capacity of 3850 pounds. Equipped with a 99-hp turbo-charged Cummins diesel engine, it is available in two-speed drive, and can reach speeds up to 12.5 mph. The skid loader has a 12-foot lift height and a...

Asphalt roller.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The WolfPac 6100 is a 47-inch wide, double-drum vibration roller featuring double drum drive. With 6518 pounds of impact, the roller is ideal for asphalt compaction of roads, road shoulders, foundations, parking lots, and driveways. The roller...

Wheel loader.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The E Series compact wheel loaders are available in three models: the 21E, 221E, and 321E. The loaders feature Versa-Boom linkage, which improves visibility to the coupler and attachments such as buckets, pallet forks, and snow blades. The...

Excavator.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The TB1140 compact excavator features a wide-angle independent boom swing. The 31,878-pound machine has a 21,188-pound bucket breakout force, a dig depth of 18 feet, and a reach of 28 feet 1 inch at grade. The excavator features a two-speed...

Skidsteer.(Products)
August 1, 2006... The 2109 model now includes a 99-hp turbo-charged Cummins diesel engine that is Tier II emissions certified. The engine offers 305 foot-pounds of torque, which is 5% more torque than the previous model. The skidsteer, which features a...

Coming home.(Out of the Ordinary)(Interview)
August 1, 2006... After 16 years, Victor Ramirez was ready to tackle something besides sewage. Searching for new challenges and a shorter commute, Ramirez looked to his own backyard. In September 2005 he left his position as public works director and...