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DEEP FOUNDATIONS

Concrete forming systems directly influence surface finish quality and structural tolerances in foundation construction. Proper installation and bracing help ensure consistent load transfer once the concrete reaches design strength. Photo Credit: UFP Industries, Inc.
The Role of Wood-Based Concrete Forming Systems in Foundation Construction
Properly designed mat systems reduce ground bearing pressure by spreading concentrated crane and piling loads over a wider surface area. This helps prevent excessive settlement and uneven equipment platforms during pile driving. Photo Credit: Quality Mat Company
Optimizing Mat Usage in Piling Operations: Tips for Load Distribution and Ground Protection
Rapid impact compaction improves soil density by applying repeated, high-energy impacts through a surface plate, making it effective for granular soils such as sands and gravels. The technique typically improves soil performance to depths of up to seven meters, depending on soil conditions and energy input. Photo Credit: BSP TEX
Rapid Impact Compaction (RIC) Techniques: Modern Solutions for Ground Improvement in Challenging Soils

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

Steel tubes are frequently used in bracing systems because they offer high torsional stiffness and perform efficiently under both tension and compression. These properties help limit lateral movement in marine structures. Photo Credit: BT Metal Sales and Fabrication, Inc.
How Steel Pipes and Tubes Support Lateral Stability in Marine Structures
Barges and tugboats serve as essential support assets in marine construction by transporting equipment, stabilizing work platforms, and enabling precise positioning on water. Their reliability directly affects construction schedules, safety performance, and project costs. Photo Credit: MOBRO Marine, Inc.
Tips for Selecting Reliable Barge and Tugboat Services in Marine Construction Projects
Saltwater intrusion accelerates corrosion in reinforced concrete and steel seawalls by introducing chlorides into structural elements. Effective waterproofing systems slow this process and extend service life in coastal environments.
Waterproofing Strategies for Seawalls and Bulkheads in Coastal Projects

GEOTECH ENGINEERING

Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBR)
Meeting the Power Grid Challenge: Quality Control for Transmission Foundations with TIP
Compaction Grouting Techniques for Soil Stabilization
ECA

GENERAL CONSTURCTION

Why 2026 is the Year to Exit Your Niche Construction Business
Cutting, Welding, and Cylinder Storage
Financing Survival Guide for Heavy Civil and Marine Contractors

STEEL PILING

Large-diameter steel pipe piles are commonly used in marine and heavy civil construction because they can transfer high axial and lateral loads to deeper, more stable soil layers. Their circular shape provides efficient structural performance in both soft and variable ground conditions. Photo Credit: NOKSEL ESPAÑA
Large-Diameter Steel Pipe Piles: What Contractors Should Know Before Installation
Large-Diameter Steel Pipe Piles: Applications in Harbor and Bridge Foundation Work
High-efficiency sheet pile designs use optimized geometry to increase bending resistance without increasing steel weight. This approach allows engineers to meet structural requirements while reducing overall material consumption. Photo Credit: Sheet-Pile LLC
Reducing Material Use Through High-Efficiency Sheet Pile Design

PROJECTS

Ensuring Drilled Shaft Quality with SQUID® Technology: A Case Study from Pennsylvania
Altamira Port Expands Dock with ShibataFenderTeam Systems
18-Inch Square Tubing Supports Spud Barge Construction

INDUSTRY NEWS

Steel Pipe Supply Update from Eagle Tubular Products for Marine Contractors

For more information, contact Eagle Tubular at 888-558-1702 or at [email protected].

Western Equipment Solutions Heads to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 with Redesigned Drilling Rigs

Western Equipment Solutions will be exhibiting at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, taking place March 3–7 in Las Vegas,…

The Big List Has Arrived!

The Big List Has Arrived!

Online Course on Working Platforms

One Month Away: Register Now The fact is that temporary working platforms for cranes and…

Learn from Industry Leaders at TEI Rock Drills’ Annual Hollow Bar Installation School

TEI Rock Drills invites industry professionals to deepen their technical knowledge and hands-on expertise at…

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