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Excavation Safety Tips

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Excavation works can expose you to a wide range of risks. As such, contractors and homeowners conducting excavation works must observe site safety. The guide below explains some safety precautions you should follow when conducting excavation works.  Inspect The Site Inspect the site to establish the following:  Is the site accessible to the excavator? It is a vital concern when conducting excavation works on residential properties. Does the site require preparation works? Read More»

3 Reasons to Buy a Flatbed Dog Trailer

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If you’re looking to buy a new dog trailer, then you need to choose a design. You can go for a traditional flatbed system or one with a stepped deck. While step decks are useful in some situations, a conventional flatbed might be the most useful overall choice. What are the advantages of flatbed dog trailers? 1. Carry Heavier Loads Step-deck dog trailers are useful if you need to carry taller loads. Read More»

All You Need To Know About Crane Rigging

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Crane riggers work alongside the crane operator to ensure site safety and prevent potential accidents. Below is an extract discussing the work of crane riggers and the considerations to make when hiring a crane rigger.  The Work Of A Crane Rigger Crane riggers assist in setting up the crane. They conduct a site inspection to understand the prevailing ground conditions and determine an appropriate location to set up the crane. They also conduct regular inspections to ascertain the condition of the crane. Read More»

How Earth Retention Is Maintained During Foundation Drilling

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A concern that many people have during foundation drilling is the loss of earth retention. The loss of earth retention can lead to early washouts, the collapse of a building, the collapse of a structure such as a bridge, and severe erosion issues over time. Many drilling companies use methods to prevent earth erosions and help increase earth retention. Here are a few of those methods and what to know about them if you are considering foundation drilling for your project. Read More»

Lesser-Known Excavator Attachments That Could Prove Invaluable for Your Project

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When engaging in a minor earthmoving project on your property, you will likely be in search of the right equipment to simplify the job at hand. And while there is a multitude of heavy construction equipment that you can consider for this project, none is as multifunctional as the excavator. Some people may underrate the enhanced performance that the excavator offers due to its diminutive size, but do not let its stature deceive you. Read More»

Should You Use Crushed Rock or Gravel for Your Construction Project?

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Gravel and crushed stone are two very common aggregates for public and domestic landscaping and surfacing projects. What are the differences between the two, and which is the best type to use? Crushed stone Crushed stone is exactly what the name suggests — stone that has been made by taking large rocks and crushing them by machine. It is usually made from limestone or granite but can be made from any type of local rock. Read More»

Food For Thought When It Comes to Wheeled Loaders

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Wheeled loaders have the perfect design for taking on a range of tasks. Their uncanny abilities enable these machines to carry, lift, scoop and load different items into trucks and other vessels. Indeed, this versatility makes wheeled loaders an ideal choice for people in the construction industry. The hard part is getting a machine that suits your specific applications, and you can only achieve that by understanding these machines to the core. Read More»

Crawler Crane vs. Rough Terrain Crane: How to Choose the Best Crane for Your Construction Project

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Are you looking to hire a crane for lifting operations in a construction site? Are you torn between renting a crawler and rough terrain crane? Both options are great for undertaking lifting tasks in most job sites. The main difference lies in their configuration. Rough terrain cranes are mounted on rubber tyres, and they are designed for use in rough terrains. Crawler cranes are mobile cranes than move on tracks known as crawlers, and they also have access to different terrains. Read More»

3 Elements That Could Lead to Blockages in Concrete Pumps

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Most construction projects involve pouring liquid concrete, which requires the use of concrete pumps. High-quality concrete pumps are efficient and economical. Therefore, they are slowly overtaking other methods for pouring liquid concrete. The main issue you will face when using these pumps is blockages in the pump line. Avoiding such obstructions will help prevent delays in your project. The article highlights various elements that could cause blocking in concrete pumps. Read More»

Essential Guidelines to Help You Choose an Appropriate Float for Your Project

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Inventions have made work more manageable. With the use of machines, people can achieve a lot more than they could before. That applies to lifting heavy loads as well. With the use of floats, you can lift almost any weight to the height of your choice. One sector that enjoys the innovation of floats the most is the construction sector. It would be hard to get the load up to higher levels during the construction of story buildings. Read More»