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𝐓𝐈𝐏𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐎𝐈𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐕𝐈𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑. Embarking on a new construction project means getting down and dirty with the fundamentals, and there's nothing more foundational than proper soil compaction. Mastering the use of a vibratory plate compactor can make all the difference in laying solid groundwork for your structures. Here's a quick guide brimming with tips to ensure you achieve that rock-solid base, every time. Dive in for a smoother ride on your next project! #CivilEngineering #ConstructionTips #HeavyEquipment #EngineeringExcellence #ProjectManagement #SoilCompaction #Infrastructure #concretefunda #ConstructionIndustry #FieldEngineering #EngineeringLife #niteshvtank

Suns out means Screening Buckets out 🌞 This dry weather means it's the perfect time to use your Gyru-Star to screen materials. . . . #reeds #reedsconstruction #reedsengineering #construction #engineering #gyrustar #screeningbucket

Fitting Hattersley’s Drain Taps and Gland Cocks enable systems to be drained without removing pipework. They prevent the build-up of sediment that flows through the pipework thus extend its life expectancy. Find out more about the range at https://lnkd.in/gYpa3Wiy. #hattersley #buildingservices #engineering

**Leveling and Compaction in Action! 🚧** Ensuring proper ground preparation is key for any construction project. Here, we're using a plate compactor to achieve uniform leveling and compaction, essential steps for a solid foundation. Consistent ground stability is the backbone of a successful structure. #Construction #Compaction #Leveling #SiteWork #CivilEngineering #ConstructionIndustry #QuantitySurveyor

Luke is doing a rough staking so he is close but not exact however for things such as the foundation of a home those have to be exact points and for that, different equipment is used to get exact spots. #Staking #LukesLens #Engineer #Engineering #CivilEngineering

COLUMN CRANKING This is becoming a new normal in most construction sites. They call it pillar cranking. I personally hate this thing with all my being. The cause of this pillar going out of alignment is poor setting out and poor setting of footings. If I'm around I always make sure there's LxB lines during setting out of columns People do this After discovering that the pillar is out of line where structurally it should be, the contractor or foreman will call his iron bender to use his bar and bring it into the right position. If you have 30 to 35 columns in a foundation and about 7 to 5 are like this, you have done an improper setting out or you did not supervise your excavation activities properly. Note that not all pillars that you will apply this method of correction to and it will not have an impact on the structure's integrity. That is why setting out and setting footings and columns is a very important activity and should be done by a professional. This type of Cranking can affect the structural integrity of buildings. #civilengineering #construction #projectmanagement #projectengineer ✍️ Cc KnoxConsult

Need to capture and convey an obscene amount of surface water runoff? The wider the trench drain, costs increase exponentially. Don't make matters worse by using products/systems that increase labor costs. Modular trench drain decreases labor costs with the Lego-kit construction. Maxi 400 from Sioux Chief provides all the labor reducing benefits of modular trench drain while also meeting the most hydraulically demanding applications often seen by custom built cast in place trench drain. Lealman Fire District in Pinellas County, FL used Maxi 400 for their newest fire station, #19. This 16" wide concrete channel provides: - Ideal Thermal Expansion/Contraction - Rattle Free Grating - Monstrous Hydraulic Capacity - Easy/Fast Installation - Extended Service Life - Recyclable/Environmentally Friendly How can Sioux Chief help engineers and contractors design, build better projects? www.siouxchief.com #civilengineers #civilengineering #stormwatermanagement #stormwater #waterworks #siteconstruction #civilconstruction #concrete #concretecontractor #plumbing #plumbinglife #plumbingengineer #plumbingengineering #trenchdrain #drainage #surfacewaterrunoff

STORM WATER (TRENCH EXCAVATION & INSTALLATION PIPE) 1.    The area of excavation shall be scanned with a cable detector to identify any existing underground utilities which are not identified on the drawings. 2.    All/Any existing services within the boundary of the excavation will be identified, clearly marked and protected during the excavation and subsequent works. 3.    The surveyor will set out the area of excavation and will survey and record all levels, the depth of excavation variable as shop drawing show WS 4.    Temporary barriers shall be erected around the are excavation and will be excavated prior to commencing removed once safety earth berm has been formed excavated material 5.    Shall do bench bracing, sheathing of shoring necessary to perform and protect the excavation and the pipes as require for safety and conforming governing laws, and remove it after installation the pipes. The post about installing the pipes will be in another post. #infrastructure #piping #roads #drilling #civilengineering #civilengineer #construction #civilconstruction #engineering #architect #hdpepipes #civilengineering #civilengineer #concrete #buildings #contstruction #building #engineer #engineering #engenhariacivil #engenharia #mechanicalengineering #chemicalengineering #civilconstruction #civilengineering #civilengineers #sitework #infrastructureprojects #infrastructure #infrastructureengineer #sewer #stormwater #stormwatermanagement #potablewater #waterproofing #utility #utilities #utilitynetwork #underground #backfill #earthwork #earthworks #concrete #concretewaterproofing #ducts

His insides must be shredding 🤣⁠ ⁠ Do you know anyone who made this mistake? #viralreels #constructionlife #construction #generalcontractor #contractor #engineer #residentialconstruction #contractorlife #sheetrock #generalcontractors #drywallmemes #ottawaconstruction #renovator #torontoconstruction #torontorenovation #insulation #fiberglassinsulation

Site Innovative method for soil compacting in tight and inaccessible areas.