Sterling Industrial is proud to support the KAT team, and the New Lock at the Soo, that will improve critical transportation for the large cargo ships carrying goods between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes.
Want to know what KAT (Kokosing, Alberici Constructors, and Traylor Bros., Inc.) has been working on at the New Lock at the Soo?
Check it out! ⤵️
We successfully hit bedrock and received geology approval to use the existing rock as foundation for the first two monoliths of the New Lock at the Soo - construction of which will get underway in the coming weeks.
We are currently on track to finish construction in 2030! 🙌
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Takitimu North Link update: Workers are making great progress on the support columns for the new bridge we're building at State Highway 29 / Takitimu Drive Toll Road, and in doing the piling work they've come across a rare geological feature that dates back to at least 200,000 years ago.
In drilling 70 metres down to build a pier (a support column) for the new bridge, we've discovered a palaeochannel – an ancient waterway (such as a valley, river, or stream) that no longer carries water after being filled over a very long time. This palaeochannel could've been filled from activity such as ashfall from volcanoes, sediments transported in the water, or material from melting glaciers in the previous ice age.
It's a really interesting discovery, and for us it also means we need to redesign our pile – what was once a 37-metre pile will now be a 65-metre pile. In the photo below you can see 20 metres of the pile above ground – approximately three times this length will end up in the ground!
You can keep up to date with our work on Takitimu North Link by signing up to our email newsletter. Visit our website to sign up, and to find out more about the project: https://lnkd.in/gN-AtP43
Professor | Geólogo de Engenharia e Geotécnico, D.Sc.
Taj Mahal Quarry in Ceará, Brazil🇧🇷
The Taj Mahal is a super exotic Quartzite. Due to its composition of nearly 99% quartz, it is extremely hard (like granite). Mineral ingredients give its veins a hue of ivory or amber (like marble). The background of the stone seems glassy and transparent.
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Quartz, is a hard crystalline mineral composed of silicon dioxide which is a valuable mineral in electronic products and glass industry amongst others. The market size of the global electronic manufacturing industry is approx USD 600 billion with an annual projected growth of approx 9% and the global glass manufacturing industry is approx USD 200 billion with a positive annual growth rate of approx 6%. The global quartz semiconductor industry market is valued at USD 650 billion with an annual growth rate of 15% and whereas the asian semiconductor industry holds a market share of over 50%. This is, reason enough for nations across borders to re-focus attention in sinergizing with technoprenuers and grafting them into the governance system.
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Taj Mahal Quarry in Ceará, Brazil🇧🇷
The Taj Mahal is a super exotic Quartzite. Due to its composition of nearly 99% quartz, it is extremely hard (like granite). Mineral ingredients give its veins a hue of ivory or amber (like marble). The background of the stone seems glassy and transparent.
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Check out our latest blog on how Andesite rock can be crushed and processed into high-quality sand. Learn about the equipment and process to get the best results! 🏗️
🔗 Read here: https://lnkd.in/gVBYu69C#AndesiteRock#Crushing#SandMaking
Undergraduate Student at Environmental Geography UGM | Part of Mahasiswa Pencinta Alam Fakultas Geografi UGM | Part of Acintyaçûnyatâ Speleological Club | Awardee of Beasiswa Pendidikan Indonesia
🎉 Achievement Unlocked: Cave Mapping at Gua Cerme, Bantul 🗺️🪨
On August 18, 2024, my team from Acintyacunyata Speleological Club (ASC) and I successfully conducted a top-view (plan) survey of Gua Cerme. With a dedicated team of 8 members, we achieved Grade 5C mapping accuracy according to the British Cave Research Association (BCRA) standards. 💪
Our survey achieved remarkable precision:
✅ Horizontal & vertical angle accuracy: 1 degree
✅ Station position error: <10 cm
✅ Detailed passage measurements at survey stations
The workflow was divided into three roles:
- Shooter 🎯: Aiming and taking measurements
- Stationer 🛑: Serving as the target for the shooter
- Descriptor ✍️: Documenting data and sketching cave passages
We employed a forward method, keeping the shooter behind the stationer for accuracy. The survey was conducted through two systems:
- Top-to-bottom from station 0
- Bottom-to-top from station 42, meeting at station 28
To map a large chamber at station 30, we used the radial method (open polygon) with additional points (30a, 30b, 30c, 30d) to capture its complexity.
This milestone was not just a test of skills but also teamwork, precision, and passion for speleology. 🌏✨
🔗 Let’s keep exploring, mapping, and preserving the wonders of the underground!
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Professor | Geólogo de Engenharia e Geotécnico, D.Sc.
All of the modern stone-removal techniques ultimately yield the same result, a block of stone to be transported out of the quarry to a gang-saw mill or slabbing facility.
There are various techniques available to the modern quarrymen to remove the stones. The ones we will touch on are: blasting, jet-burner channeling, diamond-wire saw, wedges and feathers. The majority of blocks have at least two sides that need to be separated from the stone base of the quarry. Therefore, multiple methods are generally used to remove one block of rock.
Regardless of the method, stone extraction from the quarry is a delicate process. In order to reach the quarry, dirt may have to be removed, or even tunnels dug to reach the stone. The same stone can take on many different looks just based on how the block is cut and later processed. When the stone is cut with the flow of the source stone, it is referred to as Vein Cut. This cut highlights the movement in the rock. Alternatively if the block is cut against the vein, it is called a Cross-Cut, creating a more uniform look for the stone.
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All of the modern stone-removal techniques ultimately yield the same result, a block of stone to be transported out of the quarry to a gang-saw mill or slabbing facility.
There are various techniques available to the modern quarrymen to remove the stones. The ones we will touch on are: blasting, jet-burner channeling, diamond-wire saw, wedges and feathers. The majority of blocks have at least two sides that need to be separated from the stone base of the quarry. Therefore, multiple methods are generally used to remove one block of rock.
Regardless of the method, stone extraction from the quarry is a delicate process. In order to reach the quarry, dirt may have to be removed, or even tunnels dug to reach the stone. The same stone can take on many different looks just based on how the block is cut and later processed. When the stone is cut with the flow of the source stone, it is referred to as Vein Cut. This cut highlights the movement in the rock. Alternatively if the block is cut against the vein, it is called a Cross-Cut, creating a more uniform look for the stone.
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It sounds like you're looking to build and grow your insurance agency effectively! Here's a breakdown of how to approach each aspect you mentioned:
1. **Leads**: Focus on lead generation strategies such as digital marketing (SEO, PPC, social media), networking events, partnerships with local businesses, and referrals.
2. **CRM (Customer Relationship Management)**: Choose a CRM system that suits your needs for managing client interactions, automating workflows, and tracking leads. Popular options include Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zoho CRM.
3. **Dialer**: Implement a dialer system that integrates with your CRM for efficient outbound calling. Look into tools like Five9, CallTools, or Dialpad.
4. **Agents**: Recruit and train agents who align with your agency's values and goals. Provide ongoing coaching and development to ensure they stay motivated and productive.
5. **Training**: Offer regular training sessions covering product knowledge, sales techniques, customer service skills, and use of CRM and dialer systems.
6. **Materials**: Develop marketing materials, presentations, and sales scripts that agents can use to effectively communicate with prospects and clients.
7. **Support**: Provide ongoing support to your agents through mentoring, team meetings, and access to resources such as FAQs, knowledge bases, and help desks.
8. **Resources**: Invest in technology and tools that streamline operations and enhance customer experience, such as online quoting systems, e-signature solutions, and customer portals.
Partnering with experts or consultants in the insurance industry can indeed accelerate your agency's growth. They can provide insights, strategies, and best practices based on their experience.
If you have specific questions or need further guidance on any of these aspects, feel free to ask!
Professor | Geólogo de Engenharia e Geotécnico, D.Sc.
All of the modern stone-removal techniques ultimately yield the same result, a block of stone to be transported out of the quarry to a gang-saw mill or slabbing facility.
There are various techniques available to the modern quarrymen to remove the stones. The ones we will touch on are: blasting, jet-burner channeling, diamond-wire saw, wedges and feathers. The majority of blocks have at least two sides that need to be separated from the stone base of the quarry. Therefore, multiple methods are generally used to remove one block of rock.
Regardless of the method, stone extraction from the quarry is a delicate process. In order to reach the quarry, dirt may have to be removed, or even tunnels dug to reach the stone. The same stone can take on many different looks just based on how the block is cut and later processed. When the stone is cut with the flow of the source stone, it is referred to as Vein Cut. This cut highlights the movement in the rock. Alternatively if the block is cut against the vein, it is called a Cross-Cut, creating a more uniform look for the stone.
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