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Waterfront Facility Inspection: Part I – Introduction
View the complete article here. 5-1 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS The fundamental purpose of any inspection is to provide the information necessary to assess the condition…
Cofferdams 101: History, Applications, Materials, Types, and More
View the complete article here Among other obstacles faced in the construction process, water can be one of the most challenging and costly barriers…
Basic Planning for Harbor Construction
View the complete article here. Introduction Planning for harbor construction begins with the selection of a site. The design engineer must consider several factors…
Laminated Pile Wrap Fenders vs Donut Fenders for Ferry Berths
Contributed by Schuyler Co By Bobby Beaumont (Schuyler Co) Many vessel berths employ monopiles or groups of piles as berthing and mooring structures. These…
Coastal Foundations Part III – Open Foundations
View Part II of this article here. In the second part of our series on coastal foundations we discussed the different types of closed…
Coastal Foundations Part II – The Problem with Closed Foundations in Coastal Construction
View Part I of this article here. In the first part of our series on coastal foundations we discussed the challenges of building in…
Coastal Foundations Guide Part I – Risks, Environment Challenges, Building Codes, and More
A structure’s foundation determines its longevity and ability to handle the stresses of time, use, and Mother Nature. Some construction sites present challenges such…
Pier & Wharf Construction Part IV: Fender Systems
View the complete article here. When constructing a pier and wharf facility, one of the critical factors that must be taken into consideration is…
Pier & Wharf Construction Part III: Load Requirements
View the complete article here. When constructing a pier and wharf, one of the most important considerations is the weight that the structure must…
Pier & Wharf Construction Part II: Structural Design
View the complete version here. As with any construction project, the structural design of piers and wharves is one of the most important elements…
Cost Effective Timber Pile Bridge Repairs
View complete article here. Based on MnDOT data States like Minnesota have hundreds of timber pile bridges. County engineers are responsible to maintain and…
Pier & Wharf Construction Part I: Facility Planning
View the complete version here. When constructing piers and wharves, the surroundings that support those structures must be taken into account. Some of the…