Public Works articles from February 2002

Public Works archives from February 2002

EPA fact sheets. (Editorial Viewpoint).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... EPA fact sheets address link between climate and waste. EPA's series of Climate Change Fact Sheets describe the link between climate change and municipal solid waste. Topics include: * Cover Up with Compost. Where applicable, landfill...

Engineers and PBS television series. (Editorial Viewpoint).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Engineers and PBS television series combine forces to teach engineering concepts. Tell a six-year-old that elasticity relies on a key principle of engineering and expect eyes to glaze over. Let that child make a mini-bungee jump by putting an...

This project is for the birds. (Editorial Viewpoint).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... This project is for the birds. When the old east span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay bridge is taken down, so will be the homes of close to 1,000 double-crested cormorants nesting underneath the bridge. To preserve this habitat, the...

U.S. House and Senate conferees. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... U.S. House and Senate conferees face the daunting task of reconciling widely different bills to protect water utilities from bioterrorist attacks. In late December, the House passed HR 3178, the Water Infrastructure Security and Research...

EPA. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... EPA has decided not to regulate Dioxin in Sewage Sludge that is incinerated or placed in landfills or containment ponds. The agency concluded that existing regulations for incinerators, landfills, or containment ponds adequately protect human...

U.S. Coast Guard. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The house of Representatives has passed legislation to give the U.S. Coast Guard more resources to protect ports and waterways from terrorism. Representative Don Young (R-Alaska), chairman of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,...

Abipartisan Group. (Washington Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Abipartisan group in the House of Representatives has introduced a pipeline safety bill, increasing the likelihood that Congress will act this session. Cities have advocated changes in existing regulation and legislation due to high-profile...

Stainless steel symposium scheduled. (Engineering Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Stainless steel symposium scheduled. Stainless steel is finding increased use in the handling and treatment of municipal waters, and for storage, transmission, and distribution of water. Yet, it still remains a "foreign" material to many in the...

Specification for circular knit geotextiles published. (Engineering Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Specification for circular knit geotextiles published. Carriff Corporation, Inc. (Midland, North Carolina www.carriff.com) led a task force that co-authored D 6707, a new Standard Specification for Circular-Knit Geotextiles for use in...

Software to help build disaster-resistant community. (Engineering Notes).
February 1, 2002... Software to help build disaster-resistant community. Austin, Texas will use stormwater management software to aid in a citywide initiative to build a disaster-resistant community. StormCAD, a comprehensive modeling program for stormwater...

DPW modifies pre-cast drainage structures. (Engineering Notes).
February 1, 2002... DPW modifies pre-cast drainage structures. The Roads and Drainage Division of the DeKalb County, Georgia Public Works Department has expanded its use of pre-cast concrete structures when repairing and rehabilitating storm drains where a...

Highway interchange to undergo improvement. (Engineering Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Highway interchange to undergo improvement. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has selected URS Corporation (Minneapolis, Minnesota) to provide design services for a project to upgrade and improve the I-694 and I-35E interchange in...

City to build new municipal water works park. (Engineering Notes).(Severn Trent Services Inc. contract from Detroit)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... City to build new municipal water works park. To better serve the needs of about four million residents while restoring Detroit, Michigan's oldest water treatment facility, the city will build a new water works park. The city has awarded a...

Aerial photography and mapping services contract awarded. (Engineering Notes).(Sidwell Company)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Aerial photography and mapping services contract awarded. Marshall County, Indiana has awarded a contract to the Sidwell Company (St. Charles, Illinois) for aerial photography and mapping services. The contract includes new countywide aerial...

Consultant developing ITMS for county. (Engineering Notes).(interim traffic management system for Palm Beach County, Florida by PB Farradyne Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Consultant developing ITMS for county. The Florida Department of Transportation District 4 has awarded a contract to PB Farradyne to serve as system manager for an interim traffic management system (ITMS) for Palm Beach County, Florida. ...

A new civic way finding program helps unite and revitalize city's downtown area. (Engineering Notes).(Hunt Design Associates plan for Wichita)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... A new civic way finding program helps unite and revitalize city's downtown area. The final phase in a decade-long program to revitalize the downtown core of Wichita, Kansas is underway. The comprehensive civic wayfinding program created by...

Sarasota begins free service lateral replacement program.(sewer evaluation study )
February 1, 2002... Like most American cities, Sarasota, Florida, has spent millions of dollars over the past two decades to upgrade its sanitary sewer collection system and treatment plants. As a result, its sanitary main lines and manholes are in pretty good...

Marrying new electric generation facilities with existing wastewater treatment plants.
February 1, 2002... In response to deficits in electric generation capacity throughout the U.S., prominent players in the electric generation market have under development or on the drawing board the construction of tens of thousands of megawatts of new generation...

Pumping system critical to wastewater facility's sewer bypass.(Godwin Pumps of America, Inc.)(Cambridge Wastewater Treatment Facility)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Cambridge Wastewater Treatment Facility, located in Darchester County. Maryland is operated by Maryland Environmental Service and owned by the town of Cambridge. It began an ambitious four-stage bypass project in January 2001. The job was...

Louisville successfully tests low-cost treatment for CSOs.(combined sewer overflows )
February 1, 2002... An article in the February 2000 issue of Public Works reported that Louisville and Jefferson County (Kentucky) Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) had begun a series of tests to determine if a three-log reduction in fecal coliform could be...

Cost-effective approach to decongesting traffic.(high-occupancy-vehicle lane construction)
February 1, 2002... Traffic officials responsible for some of the East Coast corridor's most congested bottle-necks are employing innovative technologies to alleviate the frustrating rush-hour delays at these locations. And the rest of the nation is starting to...

Pavement inventory: Innovative use of technology saves money.(personal digital assistants usage)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Cypress, California, population 49,000, sits about 30 miles south of Los Angeles. In 2000, the city retained San Diego-based Berryman & Henigar, Inc. to complete an arterial and collector pavement inventory and condition assessment that would...

Creativity is used to improve city streets.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The familiar saying "It's never too late" certainly applies to Indio's street infrastructure. After more than seven decades as a city, Indio and its Public Works Department have implemented a citywide street rehabilitation program called "The...

Customized truck wash system responds to a unique need.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Debris removal from the devastated remains of the World Trade Center continues 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as trucks cart away the wreckage from the greatest attack on the United States of America since Pearl Harbor. Trucks leaving...

Today's municipal fleet relies on efficient operation.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Today, more than over, tax payers and public officials are demanding a high degree of accountability for every penny spent. As a result, manager of municipal fleets from coast-to-coast are finding themselves under the microscope to justify and...

Increasing the viability of Alternative Fuel Vehicle Use.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... With manufacturers increasing their offerings of AFVs, and refueling stations increasing in number, more fleets and individuals are turning to AFVs for transportation and utility work. New fuel alternatives and vehicle resales are adding to the...

Confined space gas detection program docked in safe harbor.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... While working in underground sewer spaces, two employees of the Bergen County (New Jersey) Utilities Authority (BCUA) were overcome by a hydrogen sulfide release and died. Although that accident occurred a quarter century ago, even today...

Arizona desert is host to construction equipment demonstration. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Late last year in the Arizona desert, two well-known names in the construction industry--Peterbilt Motors Company and Caterpillar, Inc.--came together to provide contractors and other vocational equipment owners the opportunity to not only...

Tricks and trends in specifying end-dump trucks. (PW Update: Equipment).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Tricks and trends in specifying end-dump trucks. Specifying dump trucks involves striking a delicate balance, say equipment managers with three cities across the country. On one hand, you want to write a spec that's general enough to include...

Pre-tap collars. (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... These pre-tap collars take the headaches out of tapping water lines. Install the pre-tap collar as the main is buried. When it is time to go back and tap, excavate to the top of the collar. Once exposed, simply remove the top half of the collar...

Erosion control & more. (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... This firm provides cost-effective solutions for stormwater management; constructing waste containment systems; slope, shoreline, and stream-bank stabilization; extending roadway life; and reinforcing soil. Landlok[R], Geortex[R], Pyramat[R],...

Mower replacement parts. (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Choose from edger blades and replacement parts for trimmers, rotary mowers, rotary blade grinders, and flail mowers. Find parts for Mott, Terrain King, Ford, Tiger, John Deere, Dandl, Bomford, Bush Hog, Jacobsen, and Edwards flail mowers....

Pipe & cable locator. (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The PL-920 pipe and cable locator is easy to use and economical. Features include analog meter, peak-over, depth measurement, and excellent range in an "RF" locator, says the company, which has been designing, selling, servicing, and supporting...

Liquid-Applied liners . (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... With these liquid-applied liners, "problems in tanks and ground storage vessels are a thing of the past. Nothing extends the life of your water-works structures better." Designed for direct contact with potable water, the system is a...

Catch basin cleaners. (Products Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... These catch basin cleaners use a powerful hydraulic "clamshell" bucket to cost-effectively clean storm drains and other collection points. With optional high-pressure jetting system, clean laterals from the same truck. These catch basin...

Automatic tire chains. (Product Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... These automatic tire chain systems provide vehicle operators with instant grip on snow and ice at the flip of a switch. The new Model 05401 automatic tire chain system was developed for use with Hendrickson's HN-402 tandem axle suspension for...

Rubber grade crossings. (Product Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... This full line of rubber grade crossing system surfaces includes: HiRAIL Full Depth Rubber Grade Grossing Systems that provide a smooth, safe, and attractive crossing surface for motor vehicles; Pedestrail, an attractive, slip-resistant...

Stop grade adjustment infiltration. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... The grade adjustment area of a manhole is often the first part of the structure to suffer from infiltration. The FlexRib seal maintains a watertight seal from the frame to the cone while allowing for vertical and horizontal movement. Quick and...

No dig sewer rehab. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... AM-LINER" is a strong, seamless, structural PVC lining system for cost-effective sewer rehabilitation without excavation. When installed, it is tightly molded to the host pipe. It is available in 6-to 12-in, diameters and conforms to ASTM...

Asphalt recycler. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... "Reuse your existing waste asphalt and save $1,000 with every 2 tons recycled." Begela asphalt recyclers allow you to recycle broken asphalt chunks or millings into a viable hot mix in minutes. Recycle up to 10 tons per hour. Easy to operate,...

Tarping systems. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... The 1500 Heavy Duty Systems series of tarpers boasts several improvements. New extruded, reinforced bows (no castings or welds) provide extra protection against bending and breaking. Three mounting options available: in addition to standard...

Vacuum equipment. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... Described as the quietest models of vacuum equipment on the market. Cleans lift stations, treatment plants, manholes, meter boxes, storm drains, and laterals. Install street signs without damaging utility lines. "A must for disaster and...

Heats asphalt joints. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... The Asphalt Joint Heating System heats the joint area of the previously placed asphalt to a depth that will not only provide thermal bonding of the joint, it will allow regained density at joint lost to unconfined compaction. Call 800-884-2072....

Perpetual pavement. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... "Perpetual pavements constructed of smooth, durable, safe, quiet asphalt last a lifetime. In fact, they will still be a good idea when your grandchildren get to be your age." For information and a free interactive CD, visit...

Quick-mount plow cart[TM]. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... This product makes removing and installing a snowplow easy. The Standard Cart can be used on most Meyer[R], Diamond[R], Western[R], and Fisher[R] A-frame plows. Versions also offered for the Meyer MD II[TM], the Western[R]...

Retaining walls. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... These solid segmental retaining wall units can be further enhanced with the new distinctive Weathered[TM] look, helping create a more rustic feel. Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been one of the first projects to use Weathered...

Dewatering pumps. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... This company says it has created the ideal solution to the unwanted byproducts of wastewater bypass dewatering. The innovative Enviroprime[TM] system for Thompson's dry prime, compressor-assisted pumps prevents blow-by from discharging onto the...

Prestressed concrete tanks. (Product Showcase).(Preload Company Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... This brochure presents the design and construction of Preload's wire-wound, prestressed concrete storage tanks. Included are water storage, wastewater treatment, and thermal containment applications for municipal and industrial facilities. The...

PVC pipe. (Product Showcase).(C900/RJTM polyvinyl chloride pipe)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... C900/RJTM PVC pipe is specially produced for the directional drilling market, and for use inside casings, and for increasedjoint strength in earthquake zones. While the pipe itself is normal AWWAC900 pipe, the easily assembled restrained joints...

Cross-Walk System. (Product Showcase).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Cross-Walk System is a safety enhancement that can be adapted to any ordinary pedestrian crosswalk markings. It includes six highly visible, flexible yellow molded polyethylene posts, 8 in. in diameter and 28 in. in height. The cylinders...

Curb Marker. (Product Showcase).(das Manufacturing Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The das Curb Marker[R] can be permanently affixed to curbs, sidewalks, or virtually any flat surface. Mark stormwater inlets (NPDES), valves, manholes, confined spaces, etc. Stock titles and custom sizes and shapes. Call 800-549-6024 for...

Erosion control. (Product Showcase).(Profile Products L.L.C.'s Conwed Fibers 3000 Mechanically-Bonded Fiber Matrix)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Conwed Fibers[R] 3000[TM] Mechanically-Bonded Fiber Matrix[TM] requires no cure time and combines both mechanical and chemical bond for increased tensile strength where blankets are impractical and other mulching methods are inadequate....

Pavement software. (Product Showcase).(Tensar Earth Technologies Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... SpectraPave[TM] software was d0eveloped to support the analysis and design of flexible pavement and unpaved roads. Introducing SpectraPave2, used with the Spectra Pavement system, it now adds a Subgrade Improvement "Cost Analysis" and a more...

Storage lockers. (Product Showcase).(Wire Crafters Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... These storage lockers turn wasted space into a useful storage area. The 3-or 4-ft wide lockers may be ordered with or without doors. Two styles to choose from-single or double tier. May be installed individually or in groups. Easy to install...

Centrifugal pumps. (Product Showcase).(Godwin Pumps of America Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Dri-Prime[R] is an automatic self-priming centrifugal pumpset available in sizes from 2 to 16 in. and has been proven in sewer bypass jobs as well as many types of dewatering applications. With maximum flows to 6,000 gpm, heads to 500 ft,...

Salt storage building. (Product Showcase).(Advanced Storage Technology Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The customizable Hi-Arch Gambrel can provide anything from basic salt storage to a multi-purpose facility. All sizes feature 30-ft clearance so tractor-trailers can dump salt under cover, preventing outdoor piles, double handling, runoff, and...

Rubber adjusting ring. (Product Showcase).(Flex-O-Ring)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Flex-O-Ring solid rubber adjusting ring installs under the utility casting on new construction or rehab of existing utilities. It replaces pre-cast concrete donuts or brick and mortar material. It is lightweight and will not break....

Walls & Columns handbook. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... This company now offers the Handbook and Equipment Guide for External Vibration of Walls and Columns, a "must have" reference guide for anyone casting concrete walls and columns. The 20-page handbook covers cast-in-place wall sections,...

Consulting services. (Product Showcase).
February 1, 2002... PBS&J provides comprehensive consulting services in infrastructure planning and engineering, construction management, community planning, landscape architecture, architecture, and information solutions. "Sixty networked offices and 2,700...

Pothole patcher. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Pro-Patch provides all of the tools and materials necessary for a one- or two-person crew to make effective asphalt repairs. The machine is equipped with an automatic re-emulsifying system to reduce emulsion oil separation. "The Pro-Patch...

Paving breakers. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Airgo-Line[R] paving breakers--available in 40-, 60-, and 90-lb classes--have been developed for extended operations that demand ergonomic, user-friendlier tools for operators who wish to minimize vibration and noise. The handle is also...

Asphalt reclaimer/storage unit. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Thermostatically controlled heat on this asphalt reclaimer allows for the use of cold patching materials as well as hot mix asphalt year round. Uniform convection heating allows for hot mix asphalt to be maintained at working temperature for up...

Restores asphalt pavement. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The TMV pavement restoration vehicle can reclaim waste asphalt into permanent patch material and hold fresh asphalt, direct from the plant--all at the proper temperature. "The rear-mounted infrared pavement heater permits making permanent...

Asphalt maintainer/patcher. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The versatile 1200 S asphalt maintainer/patcher is a multi-purpose road maintenance unit that features a 24-in. direct drive grinder, 38-to 62-in. paving screed, 28- to 42-in. shoulder build-up attachment, and 100-gal on-board tack/emulsified...

Drain cleaning machine. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Model C drain cleaning machine features self-feeding 8- or 10-ft sectional cables and one-person operation. An enclosed capacitor motor up to 1-hp enables it to thoroughly clean 3- to 10-in, lines up to 200 ft. An adjustable safety clutch...

Track-type tractor. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The D5G track-type tractor replaces the D5C Series III Hystat. It features simpler operation and improved control of the hydrostatic transmission. The company says the new, spacious operator compartment provides excellent sight lines to the...

Landfill gas to electricity system. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Triton modular Powerpak [TM] 150 collects, cleans, and converts landfill gas to electricity. The system consumes about 50 scfm of landfill gas at 45 percent methane, and will continuously produce up to 150 Kw of electricity. It is skid...

Reverse osmosis systems. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... MUNI Series [TM] reverse osmosis water treatment systems are pre-engineered to help municipal water treatment facilities produce high-quality water and create cost savings associated with low energy consumption and standard design. Capacities...

Traffic signal base cover. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... This firm now supplies decorative base covers for traffic signal poles that can be installed by one person. The company's ornamental lamp posts, base covers, and lighting poles are available in hundreds of colors and are custom made to match...

Pole trailer. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The PT50 pole trailer comes equipped to handle Class 4 and 5 poles. Three binding winches, a large cargo space, and a telescoping tongue allow the operator to customize the trailer for the job. The PT50 has been engineered to produce a...

Cleans sewer lines. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... This company provides various products that combine microorganisms, enzymes (biochemical catalysts), surfactants, and other ingredients that act naturally to soften, loosen, remove, and break down greases, fats, and oils in sewer systems,...

Solar anti-icing system. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The new FreezeFree[TM] Nitro anti-icing system is fully self-contained with a solar-charged, battery power supply that energizes the system without need for outside power. It dispenses a deicing agent on a targeted area of a bridge or roadway...

New line of arrow boards. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Traffic-Manager arrow boards offer a low amp draw, longer life, and a brighter output for better visibility. They are available in four sizes up to 48 by 96 in., with options of 13, 15, or 25 lights per board. Boards with 13 or 15 lights...

Whole tree chipper boasts powerful feed system. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Model 2400 Tree Bandit has a 24-in. diameter capacity and sports the most powerful feed system ever developed for a whole tree chipper, says the company. It can produce about 100 tons of chips per hour, depending on the quality and size of...

Environmental monitoring system. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... PDAWARE[TM] (Professional Data Acquisition Hardware and Software) System is an integrated solution designed to gather geographically remote data. The data are available to clients via user-specified networks, Web pages, and other options. The...

Storm drain protector. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... EarthGuard Drain Protector (DP) prevents storm drains from clogging while helping contractors and DOTs meet EPA regulations by reducing stormwater pollution. EarthGuard DP fabric styles match DOT specifications in all 50 states. Each EarthGuard...

Automated side loader. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The AutoCat[TM] side loader features high-strength curved shell body design, 10-yd body capacity, 4-ft arm reach, pack-on-the-go, simultaneous load and pack, dual side clean-out doors, 45-degree dump angle, and high-strength AR400 floor and T-1...

Track Chipper. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Model 20/36 Track Chipper can process up to 18-in. material in a variety of locations, reducing the need for extra support equipment. Its hydraulic discharge spout conveniently directs chips in a 180-degree arc. Its 36-in. diameter drum and...

Cart lifter. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Tuckaway Tipper Bar cart lifter for use with tipper bar container dumpers on rear loaders is easy to mount, and just three moving parts help make it easy to maintain. It offers a 350-lb lifting capacity and is compatible with all domestic...

Total station line expanded. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Four new total stations have joined the R-Series line. The R-122 has a DIN angle accuracy of 2 seconds, distance accuracy of 2mm+2ppm. The R-1 28 has a DIN angle accuracy of 3 seconds, and distance accuracy of 3mm+2ppm. The R-125 and R-115 both...

Removes lagoon sludge. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Pit Hog (tm) dredges have increased sludge handling capacity to 2,000 gpm for more efficient dewatering plant operation. This firm's lagoon pumping platform systems can remove solids of up to 80 percent TS at depths to 25 ft. Dredges are...

Repairs leaking ells. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Split+Repair Ell for quickly stopping and repairing leaks in pipeline ells is installed simply by bolting the two halves over the leaking ell. Provisions for venting or sealant injection can be included. Factory-installed packing is held in...

Visual inspection services. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... Everest VIT is a full-service company offering RVI equipment, rentals, and onsite inspection crews providing services for all emergency situations and routine inspections. The company's qualified remote imaging specialists are available 24...

Skid steer snowplow. (Equipment & Services).
February 1, 2002... The Snow Wolf snowplow for skid-steers comes in seven widths from 6 to 9 ft. Dual pivot, A-frame construction allows the blade to oscillate, following the contours of uneven ground without scraping. The ability to apply full down pressure--to...