Established in partnership with the University of Alberta in 2001, this scholarship is intended to encourage students to pursue advanced study in structural engineering. It is awarded annually to a student entering the first year of a graduate program.
The scholarship is for $5,000, payable at the end of the first successful term of enrollment.
The scholarship recipient will have the opportunity to participate in a two-week internship with the DIALOG Edmonton structural engineering team.
About Gordon F. Anderson
Gord began his career in structural engineering after earning his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (with distinction) from the University of Alberta in 1962. He joined DIALOG (then Cohos Evamy) in the 90s, applying his creativity and design excellence to the conceptual and detailed structural design of public and commercial buildings, including landmark projects such as the Francis Winspear Centre for Music, the Kaye Edmonton Clinic, and a remarkable five buildings for the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering.
In addition to his role on projects, Gord was a beloved mentor to the structural engineering team, helping to groom and provide guidance to those following in his footsteps. Gord retired in 2016.
- Who’s eligible
Full-time students enrolled in the first year of the University of Alberta's MEng, MASc, or PhD program who:
- Have an outstanding overall academic record
- Demonstrate potential as a researcher
- Have excellent communication skills
- How to apply
Complete the Apply Now form below and attach the following:
- A letter that describes your qualifications and career plans
- A current academic transcript
- Your curriculum vitae
- Application deadline
Applications will be accepted annually between September 1 and November 15. Letters of notification will be sent to all applicants in December.
- How the recipient is selected
Senior members of the DIALOG structural engineering team will review the applications and rate them using the following criteria to determine the recipient.
- Interest in the structural engineering field, especially building or bridge engineering
- Demonstrated potential as a researcher
- Overall academic record
- Communication skills
- Community involvement
- Ready to start your journey?


One way of regulating the fluctuating energy supply from renewable resources with the help of wastewater treatment plants and integrating it into the supply grid is to convert electrical energy into more storable forms of energy like hydrogen.
The potential here lies in the production of hydrogen in conjunction with the generation of our own electricity through wind energy and coupling with wastewater treatment. The pure oxygen produced in addition to hydrogen during electrolysis can be used locally to produce ozone for the removal of trace substances or for the aeration required in the biological purification stage of sewage treatment plants. In addition, the plasmalysis process of the technology partner Graforce will be used to produce hydrogen directly from the sewage water.
The pilot plant is scheduled to go into operation in May 2021. Subsequently, it is planned to use hydrogen to fuel the vehicle fleet.


Repairs for Water Leaks, Burst Pipes & Flood Damage
No matter how small water leaks may appear, the effects of a burst pipe can quickly escalate and cause significant damage in a property. When water does leak, the incident must be dealt with quickly and thoroughly to prevent more serious damage from occurring.
We at Oakleafe understand that when it comes to leak repairs, damage can be significant and will only become worse if the issue is not resolved with a high level of competence. For this reason, we always ensure that:
- The cause of the water damage is traced and rectified immediately.
- The area is made safe.
- All materials are fully dried by the latest mechanical means.
- The area and surrounding area affected by water and flood damage is restored to its pre-incident condition
Water is known as the universal solvent for very good reasons. Where water leaks cause damage, the water has the ability to corrode and magnify existing life forms such as mould and bacteria. It can also cause various other damaging effects ranging from cracking and swelling of products to faults in electrical components.
Primary Damage & Secondary Damage
We are experts at identifying all types of damage. We have been looking at water damaged buildings as a company for over 140 years! With leak repairs, damage caused by the initial water is called primary damage and the effects are usually instantly identifiable. However, it is always harder to see the secondary damage because this is caused by the moisture changing from liquid to vapour and travelling throughout the building. When the vapour re-forms in condensation, it is absorbed by porous materials, creating damage that could become visible in several weeks, months or even years time.
When it comes to water leaks and flood damage, secondary damage and its subsequent effects are often preventable. However, you must ensure that all water damage repairs are identified & conducted thoroughly and professionally by an experienced and qualified team, which is exactly what we will provide you with at Oakleafe.


June 2, 2022
The City of Bristol’s Department of Public Works is scheduled to reconstruct the following roads starting Tuesday, June 7, 2022:
Westwood Road (House #73 to #244)
The work will consist of reclaiming (pulverizing) the existing roadway pavement and installing a new bituminous roadway surface and curbing. The work is being performed due to the deteriorated condition of the roadway surface. The existing horizontal and vertical alignment of the road will not be substantially altered. The sequence and scope of work will consist of the following:
1. Paint marks will appear on the roadway indicating location of existing public utilities within the project area. Residents with sprinkler heads located between the curb and front of concrete walk are advised to remove them from the area or contact the City Engineering Division to ensure that they will not be disturbed.
2. City contractor will remove curbs.
3. The contractor hired by the City will reclaim (pulverize) the existing roadway surface. The process crushes the existing pavement. The roadway surface will be passable and access to properties will be provided. Dust from the roadway surface may occur, however, water will be applied to the surface to reduce its impact. Please note that the pulverizing equipment does cause vibration and residents are advised to relocate items within their house that may fall due to vibrations. The City reclaims roads on a yearly basis and damage associated with vibrations are extremely rare, however, residents are advised to safeguard valuable items.
4. The contractor will regrade and reshape the roadway surface. The roadway will be excavated (lowered) by approximately 8 inches during construction in order to install a roadway base of reclaimed pavement or new process stone. During this period, access to driveways may be temporarily reduced during daytime hours.
5. Mailboxes may be temporarily disturbed; however they will be reset to maintain delivery of mail. If mail is not delivered please contact the City immediately to resolve the issue.
6. Once the roadway base (crushed stone) is established (graded/shaped and compacted) the first layer of asphalt will be installed on the roadway surface.
7. New curbing will be installed on the initial pavement layer.
8. New driveway aprons (pavement between edge of road and front of walk) may be installed. A driveway apron will be constructed with a lip of 1.5 inches from the final course of pavement; therefore the driveway will have a 3 inch lip until the final course of pavement is installed. To reduce the 3 inch lip temporary pavement ramp and/or boards will be installed.
9. The lawn areas disturbed during construction will be loamed and seeded. Property owners are encouraged to water the areas to promote growth of grass.
10. Property owners with lawn sprinklers located within the City’s roadway right of way (along the road) shall notify the City prior to the start of work and shall remove sprinklers from the project work area (1.5 feet behind curbing/edge of road). Please note that the City is not responsible for the damage of sprinklers in the referenced area.
11. Property owners with invisible dog fences located within the City’s roadway right of way (along the road) shall notify the City prior to the start of work and shall remove from the project work area (1.5 feet behind curbing/edge of road). Please note that the City is not responsible for the damage of dog fences in the referenced area.
12. The final course of asphalt will be applied approximately within 4 weeks after the initial course of pavement.
Once work commences it will take approximately 4 weeks to complete the majority of the work through the first layer of pavement (i.e. not including final course of pavement)
The road will remain open during construction, however residents are encouraged to take alternate routes to avoid delays. Access to residential properties will be maintained throughout construction.
Additional notification will be forthcoming if there are revisions to the proposed project scope or schedule. On behalf of the City, I apologize for any inconvenience this project may cause and would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Please feel free to contact Nancy Levesque, P.E. or Jason Morrocco in the City Engineering Division at 860-584-6125 with any questions or concerns.


A huge milestone for Aldershot town centre this afternoon, as we celebrated the progress of our redevelopment work with a topping out ceremony at Union Yard.
The ceremony marks the completion of the building's concrete structure and councillors, staff and representatives from the Hill Group joined together to pour the topping concrete on the roof.
We expect Union Yard to be completed by summer 2024 and the scheme will offer 100 new town centre homes, accommodation for 128 local students, alongside a mixture of retail, commercial and community space in the heart of the town centre. Among the features will be a makers’ yard, with a new public square and creative space for small and independent businesses.
Source: Rushmoor Borough Council


NEW YORK TOWNHOUSE
NEW YORK, NY
The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved the design of the first single family residence to be newly constructed in Manhattan's Upper East Side Historic District in decades. The vote was 8 -2 in support of the design by Bridgehampton Architect Preston T. Phillips in association with Abelow / Sherman Architects of New York City.
The 10,000 sq. ft., five story Limestone and glass townhouse will replace an historic 1881
brownstone destroyed in an explosion in 2006. The new townhouse will have a sunken living
room opening to a south facing courtyard. A waterfall forms the backdrop for the courtyard and
will cascade into the level below which houses an indoor pool and spa. Light will filter into the
pool from glass paving in the courtyard above. The roof terrace will be planted with native trees, shrubs, wild flowers and grasses.
Following are excerpts from The Landmarks Preservation Commission Certificate of
Appropriateness Resolution dated October 30, 2007. Construction is projected to begin in July 2013.
EXCERPTS FROM THE NEW YORK CITY LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION
"In reviewing this proposal, the Commission noted that the brownstone rowhouse, designed by L.
D. Russell and J. B. Wray and built in 1881 - 1882, which previously occupied the site was
destroyed by an explosion in 2006.
With regard to the proposal, the Commission found that the construction of a new building on
this vacant lot will enhance the character of the historic district by reinforcing the street wall, a
significant, consistent feature of the historic district:......
that while contemporary in design and details, the new building will relate well to the streetscape
and historic district through the use of scale, materials, and the hierarchy and organization of
facade elements: that the prominent variations in planes at the front facade of the proposed
building will be in keeping with the character of many of the district's modern buildings, which
feature an emphasis on simple geometric forms and reflect a significant, evolutionary
development of design within the Upper East Side Historic District:.......
that the placement and design of the ground floor entrance door, window and planter will be well
integrated into the design of the building and consistent with the open and welcoming entrances
of residential buildings throughout the district.......
that the projecting bay will be evocative of the vertical bays and other features found on the
historic townhouses in the historic district and will create an animated facade that relates to the
richly articulated historic townhouse facades in the district:.......
that the prominent horizontal divisions of the building will utilize the vocabulary of base, shaft,
and termination/capital, common to the buildings throughout the district and those horizontal
features, along with the vertical bay, will recall the traditional facade elements of townhouses in
this historic district; that the cantilevered overhang at the roof will be evocative of the elaborate
cornices and dramatic roof line treatment found on buildings in this historic district:.......
and that the work supports the special architectural and historic character of the Upper East Side
Historic District. Based on these findings, the Commission determined the work to be
appropriate to the building and the historic district and voted to approve the application."


A spray-on treatment for asphalt roads aims to curb both their contribution to the urban island heat effect, and stop them from breaking so easily.
Based on titanium-dioxide, it not only reflects and scatters away sunlight and ultraviolet light, keeping the surface of sidewalks and roads cooler, but it also creates a chemical reaction when exposed to sunlight that clears away airborne pollutants.
Even considering these two qualities, the product itself, while still in development, is being marketed as a “road rejuvenator” and is meant to help asphalt retain its flexibility and prevent it from cracking over its lifespan.
Pavement Technology has been trialing their titanium dioxide spray alongside Texas A&M University, to whom they’re sending samples of air quality taken alongside road core samples from asphalt treated with their spray.
Early results are promising, and the company claims a one mile-stretch of road treated with their road rejuvenator reduced levels of nitrogen oxide (NOx) by 30% to 40% in the surrounding air, or the equivalent of a 20-acre park.
Titanium dioxide is commonly found in sunscreens, as it’s effective at reflecting sunlight.
Black tarmac and concrete buildings all packed closely together creates the now-infamous urban island heat effect, where the sun heats these surfaces up during the day, and they in turn radiate that heat outward towards everyone and everything, and prevent cities from cooling down in the evening.
Depending on the size, density, and climate in the city, this can raise average daily temperatures by anywhere from 4°F in a city like Adelaide to 14°F in one like Singapore. As a compliment to green spaces and green rooftops which effectively disperse heat, the two could be used in tandem to largely cancel out the urban island heat effect.
Beyond that, the spray replaces maltenes in the road—compounds found in the black oily bitumen component of asphalt, which keeps the roads working for longer.
This not only reduces the emissions needed for road repairs and the heavy machinery they rely on, but also the emissions from traffic slowdowns related to roadwork, a boon which commuters into any metropolitan area can celebrate.


When information counts, you need a roofing specialist with the experience and technology to evaluate the current condition of your roof.
From membrane concerns to moisture infiltration, Low-Slope Solutions has the expertise and technology to evaluate the current condition of your roof. Our roof inspections use innovative technology to analyze the condition of your roof and prevent costly repairs or replacement. With a thorough explanation of deficiencies and repair recommendations, Low-Slope Solutions provides you with the information necessary to prioritize repairs and estimate future expenditures.
Roof inspections can identify problems related to:
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Damage from high winds, hail, snow, or other weather events may cause significant damage and trigger insurance claims or roof replacement. Regular inspections call attention to weathered areas that may lead to water infiltration and further roof deterioration.
Broken skylights are not only a source of water leakage, but also allow thieves to enter the building. Regular inspections can disclose security breaches and prevent the threat of vandalism or burglary.
Damage can occur from tradesmen performing regular maintenance on rooftop units or failing to clean up their debris. Regular inspections from LSS incorporate roof cleaning and assess for water infiltration caused by other service professionals.
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Good drainage is a very important reason for regular roof inspections. Leaves and other debris often clog roof drains and creating standing water conditions. Regular roof inspections allow for regular roof cleaning and prevent the buildup of debris.
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Vegetation can grow on roofs when drainage areas are not cleaned regularly. When tree roots penetrate the roof membrane, water infiltration will occur. Regular inspections can prevent vegetation growth and further damage.


The curved roof of the building is made of solid zinc with just a few tenths of a per cent of titanium and copper. As the metal ages, it acquires a slightly darker patina.
The vertical windowless elevations are made of aluminium, which is resistant to the maritime climate in Helsinki. They were sandpapered by hand with horizontal strokes, giving the aluminium a surface that refracts light.
There are reddish surfaces on the south and north elevations of the building. These are made from acid-reddened textured brass, treated with heat and chemicals.
The building’s big curved glass wall is made from Reglit glass u-blocks, which are mainly used in industrial buildings. The greenish element has been removed from the building’s glass walls and gallery windows in order to ensure that the light entering the building is natural daylight. Most of the glass surfaces are sandblasted, using aluminium oxide or silicon dioxide instead of sand. This creates a prismatic surface that refracts the light beautifully. The other glazed walls are steel curtain walls.
The walls and ceilings are of white plaster, with the aim of creating tranquillity and simplicity.
The floor is dark grey, almost black, concrete. The high curved concrete wall of the foyer is concrete cast in a horizontal board mould and painted white.
The walls of Kiasma Theatre are reddish plywood. The control booth is upholstered in fabric that gives the impression of dark blue velvet.


Construction Workers - Sign-on Bonus
Great Plains Underground Construction is looking for laborers to install communication and utility infrastructures in the Kearney, Nebraska area. Must be able to operate construction equipment and tools, including trenchers, backhoes, bulldozers, skid loaders, tractors, and trucks. Must also be able to dig and lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Valid driver’s license is a must.
Earn $18 to $21 an hour, based on experience. Extra compensation provided to CDL-licensed employees. Sign-on bonus of $500 available upon hire, with additional bonuses throughout your first year of employment.
Various work hours, overtime, and weekly travel required. Overnight travel expenses and meals paid.
Excellent benefits package available.
Apply online at www.gpcom.com/careers.


Spotlight Series: Davey Shallow Well 165S
The Davey Shallow Well 165S pump is a versatile and reliable option for various residential and light commercial applications. With its single-phase motor and IP56 rating, this pump is designed for long-term protection against vermin, dust, and water.
One of the standout features of this pump is its ability to withstand high ambient temperatures and extreme variations in supply voltage. This makes it well-suited for use in harsh environments where other pumps may struggle to operate effectively.
The Davey Shallow Well 165S’s ability to suck water from 7.5m below while outputting up to 830kPa and moving up to 53L per minute makes the pump a reliable option in harsh and remote areas.


Governor McDonnell Announces That Commonwealth Signs Comprehensive Agreement and Reaches Financial Close to Build the New Route 460 in Southeast Virginia
– Project to greatly improve transportation, create thousands of jobs and have a multi-billion dollar economic impact –
RICHMOND - Governor Bob McDonnell announced today that the Commonwealth has reached a commercial and financial close with US 460 Mobility Partners (a partnership of Ferrovial Agroman, S.A. and American Infrastructure) and the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to finance, design and build a new 55-mile section of U.S. Route 460 in southeastern Virginia. Project development begins immediately for the new $1.4 billion roadway, which has been a top transportation priority locally, regionally and statewide for nearly a decade. The project was developed to address roadway deficiencies, improve safety, accommodate increasing freight shipments and reduce travel delays among many other needs.
"As recognized by local officials and the General Assembly years ago, there is a clear and critical need for the new U.S. 460," said Governor McDonnell. "In 2000, the Virginia Transportation Act designated U.S. 460 as a high priority in southeastern Virginia. In 2003, the General Assembly passed a law requiring the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to build a new stretch of U.S. 460 under the Public-Private Transportation Act of 1995. Legislative leaders supported the project because it would improve safety for motorists and connectivity for freight and military traffic among other benefits. Today, the Commonwealth is finally delivering on that need and building a project that will not only make transportation better for the southeastern region and the state, it will also generate jobs and economic development opportunities, bringing extensive long-term benefits in so many ways."
The key benefits of the new U.S. 460 include:
- Safety - Improve travel safety and efficiency along the corridor, including expanding westbound hurricane-evacuation routes
- Jobs - Generate approximately 4,000 jobs during construction and 14,000 jobs over the long-term, according to Chmura Economics
- Economic development - Attract new business opportunities, boost tourism and accommodate greater freight traffic from the growth in demand at the Port of Virginia
- Connectivity - Enhance connectivity among the region's military installations
- Choice and time savings - Provide a reliable alternative to I-64 between Richmond and Norfolk, saving 20 minutes compared to taking the existing U.S. 460
- Economic impact - Chmura Economics estimates that the new highway will have an annual economic impact of $7.3 billion by 2020
The new U.S. 460 will be a four-lane divided highway from Prince George County to Suffolk. The toll road will be parallel to the existing U.S. 460. The existing Route 460 will remain a free alternative.
Secretary of Transportation Sean T. Connaughton explained, "The Commonwealth has worked extensively with localities, the region and the public to complete environmental work, establish a corridor and then go through a lengthy evaluation process to select a private-sector partner and develop a financial plan to design and build the new highway. Today marks a major milestone with a signed contract to begin work on a transportation project that will increase safety and provide a critical link to jobs, commerce and the military."
VDOT, in coordination with the Office of Transportation Public-Private Partnerships, procured the project under Virginia's Public-Private Transportation Act, which allows the Commonwealth to partner with the private sector to finance, design and build transportation improvements. The comprehensive agreement was signed today between VDOT Commissioner Greg Whirley, US 460 Mobility Partners and the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia. Financial close was also reached, which releases funding to launch project work. Bonds issued by the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to finance the project were oversubscribed, meaning there was demand for more bonds than were available. The bonds were also sold at a lower than planned interest rate, which benefits the Commonwealth.
"VDOT will work with the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to lead this project and oversee the work performed by US 460 Mobility Partners during construction," said VDOT Commissioner Whirley. "The private-sector team will design and build the project at a fixed cost by a fixed date and will take significant risks associated with delivering the project. The Commonwealth will continue to involve the community and public, seeking their input and addressing their concerns throughout project development and construction."
"We are proud to have worked with the Commonwealth, a visionary state, and regional officials to achieve financial close on the new U.S. 460 project," said Ignacio Vivancos, president of Ferrovial Agroman US, which leads the US 460 Mobility Partners. "Achieving financial close allows us to get down to the real business of delivering this important project to the citizens of Virginia."
William Fralin who chairs the Virginia Port Authority (VPA) Board of Commissioners added, "The VPA is investing in the new U.S. 460 project because it will be an economic engine for the Commonwealth over the long-term, creating opportunities for distribution centers and light manufacturing that will drive cargo through the Port of Virginia. This creates jobs and grows our economy."
"The new U.S. 460 will bring greatly needed job and business benefits to the citizens and residents I represent along the corridor," said Delegate Rick Morris, R-Carrollton. "I support this project because it is an investment in the future of southeastern Virginia. This project comes at a perfect time as the Commonwealth looks for ways to assist the smaller communities to take advantage of economic opportunities."
"The new U.S. 460 will support economic development and private industry development at a time when many in our community are unemployed and under-employed," said Al Casteen, chairman of the Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors. "The jobs generated during construction and long term will be sought after by both local business and jobseekers. Without a doubt, the new U.S. 460 will bring economic prosperity that will benefit the region and the state well into the future."
Suffolk Mayor Linda T. Johnson said, "The City of Suffolk was recently named one of America's best places to live for job growth. The benefits that the new U.S. 460 will bring including job opportunities and economic development will further enhance this mark of distinction. I welcome this project to our community."
Key business terms and costs:
- VDOT will oversee the work performed by US 460 Mobility Partners during construction, and operate and maintain the facility after the construction is completed. VDOT will retain ownership and all potential excess revenues of the project as well as set the initial toll rates.
- US 460 Mobility Partners will design and build the project.
- The Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia is a non-profit corporation that has sold tax-exempt bonds to finance part of the project. The debt will be non-recourse to VDOT, the Commonwealth and US 460 Mobility Partners. The funding corporation will collect the tolls, adjust the toll rates and manage the toll collection system over the course of 40 years.
- The project cost is $1.396 billion including design, construction and toll collection set-up.
Funding sources are as follows:
- Public funding from VDOT - $903 million, which is lower than originally forecasted due to reduced interest rates in the bond market. A lower amount is anticipated should the Commonwealth secure a low-interest federal loan from the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program.
- Public funding from the Virginia Port Authority - $250 million, a lower amount is possible if a TIFIA loan is secured.
- Private sector tax-exempt bonds sold this month by the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia - $243 million (net amount).
- The new U.S. 460 will be a 55-mile four-lane divided, limited-access highway from Suffolk to Prince George County. It will parallel the existing U.S. 460.
- There will be seven interchanges at routes 156, 625, 602, 40, 620, 616 and 258.
- Design and right of way work is expected to begin in 2013, which will include public meetings. Construction is anticipated to start in 2014.
- When the road opens in 2018, tolls will begin at approximately 7 cents per mile ($0.067) for cars and 21 cents per mile ($0.213) for trucks. This equates to $3.69 for cars and $11.72 for trucks for the entire 55 miles.
- Tolls will be collected electronically using E-ZPass and license plate video tolling. There will be no manual toll collection.
- The existing U.S. 460 will have no tolls and remain a free alternative.


CEMACAM Centre, Sangonera la Verde , Murcia
Cemacam is a bioclimatic educational centre
The CEMACAM Environmental Education Centre in Torre Guil is one of three environmental and educational centres in the region. The other two are the Centres in Los Molinos (Crevillent) and Venta Mina (Buñol). The building, which is an outstanding example of bioclimatic architecture, is designed to blend in with the natural landscape of the area and allows for the best use of the natural resources from the surroundings. It is equipped with thermal insulation throughout the foundations as well as passive air capture, cooling and penetration systems to minimize the consumption of energy used for climatic control. The earth, sun, wind and water are all used to maximum benefit in the design and function of the centre.
Wind: In the central courtyard of the building is a semicircular tower-like structure known as the Wind Rose which faces east and is designed with special vaults and angles to encourage wind to flow into the building. The collected air is then fed through underground pipes to be filtered, cooled and distributed throughout the complex. The arch structures and roof top air shafts enable the hot air to escape, allowing continual circulation of renewed fresh air.
Sun: The main building, including the Information Centre and offices, Dining Room, Hall, Classrooms and Bedroom blocks are all fitted with heating systems which make use of specially designed chimneys and pipes to absorb and refresh the air naturally. Solar panels and photovoltaic cell panels are used to produce all the electricity used in the centre. In addition, the main lighting used comes from natural light with adjustable skylights allowing the maximum natural light to enter. This is reflected off the white walls. As the natural light dies down, it is progressively compensated with low artificial lighting, maintaining equal levels of light both day and night.
Earth: Each of the sections of the building has the roof covered with a thick layer of earth and this is planted with plant species from the natural surroundings. This has the effect of creating a unique thermal and bioclimatic balance, keeping the temperature of the buildings at the most comfortable level throughout the year.
Water: Natural rainwater is collected in various indoor and outdoor reservoirs and this is used and recycled throughout the building. The open reservoirs also allow for natural precipitation, maintaining comfortable levels of natural humidity in the air. This natural water is also used in the wind tunnel to filter pollen and dust from the air before it is circulated into the building.
The primary objective of the centre is to provide an education centre which favours environmentally sustainable development. The Centre offers activities to all interested groups, be they executives, teachers, young people, senior citizens, scientists or environmentalists. The centre is equipped with the necessary infrastructure for organizing all kinds of workshops, seminars or congresses and conventions. The conference room is of a unique design that enables it to be opened up on two sides, allowing room for up to 500 people. In spite of its size, the acoustics in the room are such that no amplifiers are needed for a speaker to be easily heard throughout the room.
Cemacam Centre, Torre Guil was presented with the Environmental Quality Award in Ecodesign, granted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Environment of the Region of Murcia last June.
Cemacam Torre Guil
Urbanisation Torre Guil
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Tata Power today announced that its solar manufacturing arm and EPC Tata Power Solar has commissioned India’s largest floating solar power project at Kayamkulam, Kerala. The solar power plant, with an installed capacity of 101.6 MWp, is built on a 350-acre body of water in the backwaters of Kerala. It is also India’s first floating solar power plant to benefit from a power purchase agreement. The plant will supply the generated electricity to the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB).
“This facility was completed on schedule, despite the arduous challenges of varying water depths, high tides and severe water salinity issues experienced throughout the construction life of the project,” said Tata Power.
Tata Power said its project implementation team built a scaffolding platform on the water body to float the entire solar power plant on the water. The plant has a 5 MW inverter on a floating platform. The whole project is anchored to the Kerala backwater waterbed with the help of 134 cast pile foundations which are drilled to a depth of 20 meters under water to support the central monitoring and control stations and the 33/220 kV switchyard. This was all done by dredging the soil layers under water, where the high water table was also a deterrent, the company added.
The entire array including floats and solar panel modules had to be towed 3 kilometers on a national waterway connected to the sea, 15 meters deep, exposing the solar modules to high winds and gushing tides often reaching a height of about 3.5 meters. To operationalize the project, Tata Power Solar’s execution team was able to successfully synchronize the 33/220 kV air-insulated substation with the existing 220 kV gas-insulated substation.
With the commissioning of this project, Tata Power Solar’s total utility scale solar project portfolio has reached 9.7 GWp.
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Ultrasonic Computerized Tomography for Continuous Monitoring of Corrosion and Erosion Damage in Pipelines
P. B. NAGY
Corrosion and erosion damage are major causes of pipeline failure Asset integrity management depends on
ABSTRACTThroughout the oil and gas industry corrosion and erosion damage monitoring plays a central role in managing asset integrity. This paper introduces a novel technology for continuous monitoring of wall-loss rates in pipelines.
- Damage detection
- Estimation of minimum wall thickness
- Monitoring corrosion rates
- Access conditions
- Size of asset
- Frequency of inspection
Permanently Installed UT SensorsVarious UT monitoring systems are already commercially available. They limit the cost of access to the initial installation of the sensors and with remote (wired or wireless) connectivity enable real-time continuous monitoring. They can achieve high accuracy provided that the internal surface of the pipe is smooth and uniform. Area coverage tends to be limited to the footprint of the sensors.
Guided Wave MonitoringUses transduction based on non-contact EMAT technology to map wall thickness over the entire pipe section comprised between two EMAT arrays. Typical array separation distance is between 2 to 4 pipe diameters. Operates over a wide temperature range from -40 to 180ºC (-40 to 365°F) and yields maximum depth estimations with accuracy within 1% of wall thickness.
Principle of OperationThe pipe wall functions as an ultrasonic waveguide. Each EMAT acts as point source producing a cylindrical wavefront similar to the ripples radiating from the point of impact of a pebble on the surface of water. As the wavefront expands it also wraps around the pipe multiple times leading to a complex propagation phenomenon that can be described by rays with helical trajectories.
Helical ModesFor each source of the Tx array, waveforms are received with all the transducers of the Rx array. Each waveform contains multiple pulses each corresponding to a particular helical path. The different helical paths provide the ray coverage needed to reconstruct the thickness map with sufficient resolution and accuracy. On a pipe elbow the rays follow more complex trajectories corresponding the the geodesics of a torus.
Sensitivity to Wall LossDifferent guided modes can propagate along the wall of a pipe. The fundamental flexural mode, A0, is highly sensitive to wall thickness losses. This key property is apparent from the approximate Bernoulli-Euler theory of bending waves. In general wave speed is an increasing function of the ratio between a stiffness parameter, k, and the mass, m Flexural stiffness is proportional to the cube of wall thickness, h, while the mass/unit area is linearly proportional to h As a result, a small wall loss results in a much larger reduction in flexural stiffness than mass/unit area, thus causing a reduction in wave speed. According to the Bernoulli-Euler theory the wave speed depends on the frequency-thickness product f h, and the elastic properties of the material expressed by the Young’s modulus, E, and Poisson’s ratio , Physically, this means that A0 slows down as it enters a corroded area and then it accelerates as it leaves the defect. The approximate theory is valid for low values. Higher frequency requires solution to elastodynamic equations. Among the many different modes that can propagate we select the flexural mode A0 for its high sensitivity to wall thickness loss. We operate at MHz-mm corresponding to a maximum point in the A0 group velocity.
Wall Thickness ReconstructionThe wall thickness map is reconstructed by starting from the measured guided wave signals. Tomographic principles are then applied to map the speed of A0 across the propagation domain. The reconstructed speed of A0 is then convert into wall thickness using the A0 dispersion curve. The speed of A0 is mapped through model based inversion. A forward model is used to simulate wave propagation for a known velocity map. The velocity map is then adjusted until the prediction from the forward model matches the measurements. Speed and accuracy of the forward model are critical.
Efficient Forward Modelling3-D elastic wave propagation can be approximated using a 2-D acoustic model. For curved pipes the acoustic domain is inhomogeneous and artificially anisotropic. FE simulation of one full dataset requires 16 days of computation on a workstation (1 TB RAM, 48 threads, 4 GPUs), the 2-D model takes under one second on a laptop.
Data for Inversion: The Differential MeasurementsThe accuracy of model based inversion can be affected by parametric uncertainties about the geometrical characteristics of the undamaged pipe. Due to manufacturing tolerances thickness variations in the order of 10% wt are common in most pipes. Even greater variations are seen in bends. Experiments conducted on a 8” diameter, schedule 40 bend (1.5D bend radius) showed max peak-to-trough variation of 1.72 mm on a 8.25 mm nominal thickness, i.e. 21% of mean wt. To address these uncertainties we use a differential approach that is aimed at detecting the changes between two states of the pipe rather than its absolute state. Therefore, time-independent uncertainties are suppressed and do not affect the forward model. High accuracy can be achieved beyond manufacturing tolerances. Importantly, there is no need to model welds and other structural features.
Typical Result on Straight PipePipe diameter: 8” Wall thickness: 7.37±0.05 mm Defect max. depth: 0.78±0.05 mm No. Transmitters: 16 No. Receivers: 16 Temp range: 20-175oC Guided wave mode: A0
Repeatability and Temperature StabilityThe bond layer of permanently attached piezoelectric transducers is known to be a main cause of thermal instability. For this reason we have developed noncontact EMATs that make the transduction highly stable. In addition, we use the spatial diversity of array measurements to compensate for phase velocity changes in the pipe wall caused by temperature variations.
Monitoring Defect GrowthA significant challenge in the experimental validation of pipe monitoring techniques is the availability of techniques to introduce defects with highly controlled geometrical characteristics. Here, an attempt was made to use EDM to produce artificial defects on a 8” schedule 40 pipe at 12 different depths. Guided wave tomography was able to size maximum defect depth over the entire range of simulated depths characterizing defects as shallow as 20 micron.
Typical Result on Bent PipesRealistic corrosion defects are introduced using an accelerated corrosion method based on impressed currents. Defects are introduced at different locations around the elbow both from the inside and outside of the pipe. When defects are on the outside, 3-D laser scans are used to benchmark the results from guided wave tomography. For defects on the inside, UT probes are permanently attached on the outer surface of the pipe. The tomographic maps clearly show the presence of damage on the intrados of the pipe and correctly capture its progression. The defects simulate localized corrosion and are highly irregular as it can be observed from the laser scans below
Performance as a Function of Defect PositionTomography can correctly predict the defect growth trend. The underestimation on the intrados and side is due to the lower resolution of guided wave tomography compared to the optical laser scan. Due to the highly irregular nature of the defects, there are small areas (few mm in size) of larger depth which cannot be resolved by guided wave tomography. On the extrados, where the defects is introduced from the inside of the pipe, UT underestimates depth because only two points are monitored as explained next.
The Advantage of Guided Wave Tomography over Single Point MeasurementsIn the presence of aggressive corrosion the interior surface of the pipe can be highly irregular. For the defect on the extrados, a 100 mm diameter corrosion area is monitored with two permanently attached UT probes. The probes grossly underestimate depth due to their limited area coverage. In addition, their sensitivity is affected by the profile of the corroded surface which tends to deflect the ultrasonic beam away from the probe thus causing significant signal loss.
- Computerized guided wave tomography (CGWT) offers a medium-range solution for continuous monitoring of corrosion and erosion damage in pipelines
- In straight pipe sections accuracy in maximum depth estimation is typically better than 1% wt
- Accuracy is not affected by pipe manufacture tolerances (10% wt or more)
- The technology is robust against unwanted signal changes caused by benign factors such as temperature variations
- Possible to monitor damage in both straight and curved pipe sections as well as welds
- P.B. Nagy, F. Simonetti, G. Instanes. Corrosion and erosion monitoring in plates and pipes using constant group velocity Lamb wave inspection, Ultrasonics, 54, 1832-1841, 2014.
- C.L. Willey, F. Simonetti, P.B. Nagy, G. Instanes. Guided wave tomography of pipes with high-order helical modes, NDT & E International, 65, 8-21, 2014.
- A.J. Brath, F. Simonetti, P.B. Nagy, G. Instanes. Acoustic formulation of elastic guided wave propagation and scattering in curved tubular structures, IEEE Trans. Ultrason. Ferroelect. Freq. Cont, 61, 815-829, 2014.


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The tool we undertook to create with Equinox was large and complicated, and had great technical demands to work properly. We worked with John Lucotch, and he patiently worked with us to understand our business needs, went through many iterations of the product, and ultimately set it up properly so it would work the way we needed it to. At the end of the development, he happily trained us on how he set up the tool and how to maintain it so we can be self-sufficient after the end of our contract with Equinox.
This was a very challenging project we took on together, and Equinox was easy to work with throughout it all."


Civil Engineering Office Lead / Project Manager | Murfreesboro
Ragan-Smith Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid-high level engineer with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in site design, planning and project/client management. This individual will help lead the growth of our Civil Engineering practice in our Murfreesboro Office along with leading the project design, client communication, permitting and management on a wide range of large and small development projects. They will assist in managing design technicians, engineering interns and other support staff to help grow the Ragan-Smith brand and expertise within the region.
Ragan-Smith is looking for energetic and motivated individuals to join our team and collaborate with other civil engineers, landscape architects, and land surveyors to assist our clients in the development of commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.
- BSCE in Civil Engineering
- Recent experience in Civil site project management, production, and permitting
- Be self-motivated, team-oriented individual with ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication skills
- Tennessee PE or ability to achieve by reciprocity
- Experience in overall project management, civil design and delivery of site development projects in local municipalities throughout middle Tennessee
- AutoCad Civil 3D proficiency
Ragan-Smith provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Compensation will be negotiated based on level of experience and skills. We currently have other open positions for Civil Engineers, Transportation Engineers and Landscape Architects in our Nashville, Murfreesboro and Chattanooga offices.
Ragan-Smith is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing laws.


I am writing this letter in support of the work performed in the Gurnee District 56 schools by ESSCOE during my tenure as superintendent. I worked with them on a number of engineering projects, and in every case have been totally pleased with their work. Most recently, I worked with them on an extensive development project building a new elementary school and district office building, along with remodelling the existing building.
They have always offered competitive pricing and “out of the box” solutions to complicated design systems. They understand our budgetary parameters and provide affordable solutions that align within those limits. ESSCOE offers added value to projects without increasing costs. Mr. Todd Keppy and Mr. Jack Hamilton are great friends of this school district and have greatly improved the educational environment established here. I highly recommend them as quality people and valuable partners to the taxpayers of this community.
John Hutton, Ph.D.
Superintendent of Schools
As the authority having jurisdiction and quality assurance responsibility for Naval Facilities in the Midwest Region, my engineering team has worked with ESSCOE on numerous projects at Naval Station Great Lakes. In the past, ESSCOE has provided design and consultation services related to fire alarm and mass notification systems. Additionally, ESSCOE is part of a team that was awarded a Naval Facilities Engineering Command Midwest (NAVFAC MW) Region Fire Protection Multiple Award Construction contract.
ESSCOE has grown into a leader for consultation, analysis, design, implementation, and technical services for fire alarm and mass notification systems. ESSCOE’s leadership shows by their knowledge in Department of Defense (DoD) fire alarm and mass notification systems criteria, analysis, and documentation, which has led to several successful installations at Naval Station Great Lakes. Due to their knowledge of DoD criteria, documentation analysis, the time normally expended by NAVFAC Fire Protection Engineers to address issues, review designs, and test for approval has been greatly reduced.
ESSCOE has and continues to partner with NAVFAC MW to collaborate early in the drawing preparation stage and consults with the fire protection engineer regarding possible challenges or issues that may arise. ESSCOE can be relied upon to provide relevant and competent engineering design services as well as technicians who are knowledgeable and responsive to the Navy’s schedule. ESSCOE has worked on projects that present acoustical characteristics of new berthing or training facilities. Two mass notification projects that proved challenging were the renovation of historic Building 3 and the construction of New Senior Enlisted Barracks. In the Building 3 project, the design and installation challenges were to provide a functional system and maintain the historic interior. Based on ESSCOE’s engineering and design proficiency, all areas tested compliant. Similarly, due to ESSCOE’s knowledge of National Fire Protection Association codes and standards, the acoustically challenging berthing areas of the New Senior Enlisted barracks were analyzed, designed, installed, and tested successfully for compliance.
One of ESSCOE’s greatest strengths is to provide answers to technical issues. ESSCOE does not hesitate to consult with outside technical experts to provide the highest quality systems required by the DoD. ESSCOE was the first installer of mass notification systems in the Midwest Region to implement computer based acoustical modeling for design purposes. Additionally, ESSCOE was instrumental in coordinating outside resources to support the NAVFAC Fire Protection Engineer’s understanding of acoustical challenges associated with mass notification systems. ESSCOE continues to provide a high level of consultation and design services, technically qualified service personnel, and customer service that are unmatched in the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Midwest Region.
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CBZG’s Camp Porter Barracks and Infrastructure project is in its final stages and expected to be complete by year’s end. At $216 million this was a substantial project for Clark Construction Group and our Joint Venture partners, culminating a 12 year, $770 million dollar recapitalization program for NAVFAC Midwest and the Recruit Training Command at Naval Station Great Lakes. This letter is to congratulate your team on an outstanding performance on the Camp Porter Barracks and Infrastructure project, and to formally announce our nomination of Esscoe, LLC for the US Administration’s Small Business Subcontractor of the Year Award.
The Esscoe team exceeded the project’s design program requirements and provided the Navy with high-quality fire alarm, mass notification, public announcement, and physical security systems equipment. The Camp Porter Barracks and Infrastructure project included the construction of six new facilities to support the needs of the sole Recruit Training Command for the US Navy. These facilities included three Recruit Immersive Queuing Corridor, and an 800 car parking facility above grade. Esscoe’s efforts on the three barracks buildings alone required the installation of over 10,000 fire alarm devices covering nearly 600,000 square feet of space, ultimately being occupied by over 3,000 recruits. The first phase of the barracks construction was particularly challenging as one of the very first Navy facilities to meet upgraded mass notification system standards. The Visitor Center and Immersive Queuing Corridor space also implemented complex technical systems supporting the gateway that thousands of guests pass through every week to observe recruits graduating from basic training.
The complexity of the Camp Porter project combined with a demanding schedule without any impact from the ongoing recruit training required substantial effort. Beginning with assistance during the initial design phase of the project, through the extensive commissioning process with the Navy’s team during the Red Zone stage, Esscoe provided outstanding service. Esscoe’s ability to successfully complete the large complex project, which would challenge any “large business” venture, is a true testament displaying their strength and dedication to build quality life safety, security and communication systems. Again, congratulations on your team’s performance and success. We look forward to continuing a lasting partnership on future projects.
Clark Construction Group, LLC


In an industry where the handling of hazardous materials is routine, safe and accessible transport is paramount. A chemical manufacturing company sought out our assistance in creating a custom access solution to allow workers to spot bottom loading tanker trucks with access across multiple hatches. SafeRack reps made a site visit to assess the unique aspects of the project and meet with the client to create a customized solution that would keep workers safe and keep operations running smoothly.
It was determined that space restrictions in existing lanes, curbs, and centerlines would create additional challenges on this project. The proposed track mounted gangway would need to be far enough away from the bottom loading arms to ensure the pedestals didn’t obstruct the unloading process. The height of the platform also needed to account for existing overhead obstructions.
The timeline for this project was tight. Thanks to our cutting edge quoting and design process and extensive product inventory, SafeRack reps were able to meet the client’s deadline easily.
A 40’ track mounted gangway was installed allowing the client to maximize efficiency, spotting trucks one time across multiple hatches in close proximity to unloading hoses. A modified stair unit was also installed strategically accommodating an existing pipe rack obstruction. Another successful gangway project complete!


Belgrade Land Development Public Agency is commencing construction of Stage 1 of a new road section around the centre of Belgrade called “Inner City Semi-Ring Road” (ICSRR) with a third major road bridge across Sava River and associated approach roads, connecting Toshin Bunar to Radnicka intersection.
The project is being co-financed by the City of Belgrade (the City), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and other financiers.
In order to assist with the implementation of the project, the City of Belgrade has selected a Consultant to perform the role of Project Manager and Engineer (PME) for the project. Following an international competitive tender, the Louis Berger Group, with main international offices in Washington DC, USA and Paris, France, and representative offices in Belgrade and Bucharest, were awarded the contract for provision of the PME services.
In Summary Project Participants to-date are as follows:
- The City of Belgrade – PMU
- Land Development Agency of Belgrade – PIU
- City Technical Advisor Committee
- The Louis Berger Group of Washington, USA and Paris, France – Project Manager and Engineer (PME)
- Consortium: "PORR Technobau und Umwelt AG - SCT dd. - DSD Bruckenbau GmbH" - Sava Bridge Design Build Contractor
The Consortium has engaged following subcontractors to date:
- "Leonhard Andra und Partner" (LAP), Germany - Designer
- CRSBG, China – Steel Structure Fabrication
- Vorspann Technik, Germany in conjunction with BBR, Switzerland – Stay Cables and prestressing cables
- Faculty of Mining and Geology of the University of Belgrade – Geotechnical Investigations
- "Eusani – Hortmans – Zahlten Ingenieurgesellschaft", Germany – Wind Tunnel Testing
- "Ponting", Slovenia – Independent Checking Engineer
- "BBV" Germany – Post tensioning
- Institute "Kirilo Savic", Belgrade – Bridge Works Supervision Consultant
- "Hidroprojekt – saobracaj", Belgrade, Serbia – North Approach Roads Detailed Designer
- "Centar za puteve Vojvodine" (CPV), Novi Sad, Serbia – South Approach Roads Detailed Designer
- IM Projekt, Belgrade, Serbia - Pastroviceva Street Detailed Designer
- ”Hidropromet inžinjering“, Belgrade, Serbia - Technical Controller for North Approach Roads and Pastroviceva Street Designs
- “Putinvest”, Belgrade, Serbia - Technical Controller for South Approach Roads
- Civil Engineering Faculty of Belgrade University – Technical Controller for Sava Bridge
- "PMC Inzenjering" – Bridge Site UXO survey
- Consortium "Ratko Mitrovic – Niskogradnja doo", "Novkol ad" and "Hidropromet – inzenjering doo", Belgrade – Hippodrome interchange Contractor
As the Project develops, various other service and works contracts are going to be signed and therefore the list of direct Project participants is going to be widened.


At approximately 11am on 6th June 2021, a controlled collapse demolition event using explosives will take place at Rugeley Power Station which will bring down the four Cooling Towers.
The structures are made of concrete and 117m high. To protect everyone on site and in the local area an exclusion zone will be in place before, during and immediately after the collapse. Because of the height of the structures the exclusion zone will extend onto the A51 so a road closure, with clearly marked diversion, will be in place for the event. This has been planned with the local authorities to minimise potential disruption.
The initiation and collapse may be heard off site, any noise will be over very quickly, and any dust will be controlled. Road sweepers will be available, however, it is anticipated these won’t be required.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions unfortunately there is no public viewing area. A livestream will be made available so members of the public can safely view the event – details will be made available on the www.rugeleypower.com website over the coming days. The police will be in attendance and have asked that people consider the latest COVID-19 restrictions as these will be enforced.
There will be one more, smaller scale explosive demolition event before completion of the demolition programme later in the year.
Last month, site owner ENGIE was granted outline planning permission from the local authorities to transform the Power Station site once demolition is complete, into a sustainable mixed-use development of 2,300 low carbon homes including employment space, parkland, and a new all-through school.
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Man-made material that helps in the construction and automobile industry are called composite materials. Cement, concrete, fibre-reinforced polymer are examples of composite materials. They are generally used in the construction of bridges, buildings, tanks, fittings in the homes like, bathroom fittings or countertops and also to make bodies of race cars or hulls of boats. There are companies worldwide who specialise in making FRP molded mold and pultrusions and their customers are spread far and wide. These companies provide excellent services during and after the sales and hence their clientele keeps growing. There are many products these companies supply; sink mould, rod mould, platform mould, FRP round tube mould, FRP window frame and ladder mould to name a few steel piling.
Pultrusion Die And It’s Uses
When composite materials are made, with continuous cross-section it is called pultrusion. The labour required for this is minimal and the tools are not very complicated. The most important thing though is to make a good pultrusion die.This can be achieved after a lot of experience. Once the die is made then the major expense is over. This technology is used to create products that are extremely strong. These products may be used in building facilities for livestock or factories used by chemical companies. It is also one of the materials used to build aircraft and in many other industries where high standards of dielectric and strength stability are met.
The Increase In the Popularity Of Fiberglass Rebars.
For many years concrete has been used in construction and to give it more strength, steel bars that are reinforced are used. But these bars, after many years can corrode and thus the concrete will crack and cause the building to be less strong. So now builders use fiber-reinforced polymer which does not get affected by salt, so it will not corrode. This stays very strong even when submerged into the sea; hence it is used to build bridges, swimming pools, runways, roads etc. It is much stronger than steel, but less heavy and this helps to ease the burden of workers at construction sites. It also cuts costs of construction since cranes are not required and when transporting these bars, more can be loaded into a single truck as compared to steel bars. All these features are now increasing the popularity of these bars and hence the demand for FRP rebar production machines is increasing.
Services of Molded Grating Machine Designers
Even better than fiberglass grating that is pultruded, is that which is molded, as it is less expensive. It is also more resistant to corrosion as it has a higher composition of resin. It is therefore widely used where there is a high chance of corrosion, like chemical or industrial plants, wastewater treatment plants, power plants and basically anywhere, where foot traffic is high. The firms that produce these FRP molded grating equipment will send their staff to help design the mold you are looking for, give you advice and also help you run a test at your premises itself.