How a Living Shoreline Is Protecting a Vital Infrastructure Asset

By giving nature a helping hand, a landmark restoration project is creating a more resilient coastline barrier for a highway along northwestern Florida’s Apalachicola Bay.   For years, chronic erosion and severe storms have caused substantial damage to a key six-mile coastal stretch of US Route 98 along Florida’s panhandle. Road repairs and concrete barriers after […]

Rail line near Manchester closed to repair failed embankment and ‘complex’ drainage issues

The railway at New Mills, south east of Manchester, has been closed for a month while Network Rail undertakes repairs to an embankment following a failure in April. The post Rail line near Manchester closed to repair failed embankment and ‘complex’ drainage issues appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Network Rail assesses 19th century Blackheath tunnel for further repairs

Network Rail is assessing what further work needs to be carried out at the Blackheath rail tunnel in south London after a 10-week shutdown. The post Network Rail assesses 19th century Blackheath tunnel for further repairs appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Comprehensive Drain Cleaning Services in Hamilton, Ontario

When it comes to maintaining a healthy and efficient plumbing system, drain cleaning Hamilton Ontario is an essential service that homeowners and businesses cannot afford to overlook. Clogged drains can lead to a host of problems, from unpleasant odors to severe water damage, potentially costing thousands of dollars in repairs. We are here to ensure […] <p>The post Comprehensive Drain Cleaning Services in Hamilton, Ontario first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Video | VolkerFitzpatrick repairs Grade II-listed Thames railway bridge

A VolkerFitzpatrick team has replaced 48 wooden wheel timbers with fibre-reinforced foamed urethane alternatives on Barnes Bridge, southwest London. The post Video | VolkerFitzpatrick repairs Grade II-listed Thames railway bridge appeared first on Construction Management.

Free Documentary - Engineering - Mega Bridge Repair: The Challenges of Bridge Maintenance 26032023

Bridges are engineering challenges exposed to the elements (wind, rain, seawater...) that damage these massive constructions. Intensive road traffic is also a factor of additional constraints. A crack, even a microscopic one, or a rust point in the wrong place can have serious consequences. To avoid the worst, bridges are subject to permanent controls and non-standard repairs using advanced techniques. Maintenance specialists perform daily tasks that are not well known to the public