Heavy Construction and Civil engineering news articles 
Pump Market Primed for Growth in 2012
A new report on the UK pump market from MTW Research has identified a number of opportunities for pump manufacturers to exploit in 2012, prompting optimism for growth in a number of key end use markets for pumps by the end of the year. Against a backdrop of above-inflation growth forecast from 2013, the report discusses the changing nature of the pump market in recent years, suggesting that manufacturers continue to identify and react quickl... [more]
Kai Tak Sports Complex and HK-ZH-Macau Bridge Government Decision Makers to present at Urban Infrastructure 2012 in Hong Kong 2 March 2012
Senior government officers from two of the most current and anticipated urban infrastructure projects in Hong Kong have agreed to join the line up of top government speakers at the Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Conference to be held on the 2nd March. Jonathan McKinley, Deputy Secretary for Home Affairs, Sports & Recreation Branch, Home Affairs Bureau, Government of the HKSAR will discuss status and development plans the New Kai Tak Sports Hub.... [more]
J D Neuhaus Mining Products with a Worldwide Reputation
The J D Neuhaus company have been designing and manufacturing handling equipment for over two and a half centuries, and pioneered the use of compressed air for powering handling equipment in the early 1950’s. The latter development ensured that their lifting and pulling equipment was suitable for use in hazardous areas and environments where there was a potential explosion risk. Their products, which now also include optional hydraulic powered... [more]
Telematics insurance set to reduce fleet premiums
Pay how you drive insurance using telematics systems has begun to revolutionise insurance for young drivers. To meet demand, during 2011 a number of British telematics suppliers joined forces with insurance companies to offer services aimed at the retail sector, and, in particular, young drivers. Over coming months, I predict, the sector will grow rapidly as more insurance brands enter the market. Meanwhile, the same telematics technology ... [more]
CINTEC Canada Offers Parapet Wall Strengthening With Paratec
CINTEC Canada, a world leader in the field of structural masonry retrofit strengthening, repair, and preservation, offers Paratec (PARApet TEChniques), a highly versatile method of internal structural reinforcement that is tailored to meet the specific requirements of masonry parapet and retaining walls. The Paratec system strengthens low parapet masonry walls - such as those found on roofs or balconies, or a low wall that is part of a bridge or... [more]
Other Heavy Construction and Civil engineering news and reviews
Bechtel Reaches Key Milestones on Dulles Metrorail Project
FREDERICK, MD-- - The Bechtel-led team building Phase 1 of the Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project has installed the final segment of the elevated Tysons East Guideway, a key milestone signaling the close ...
Free Cost Estimate Model Is Offered for Transportation Management Plans
Mineta Transportation Institute seeks to help highway engineers make fast, accurate estimates.
Carpathian Provides Update on Mine Construction and Exploration
Carpathian Provides Update on Mine Construction and Exploration
GNSS Smart Antenna supports construction site measurements.
Made of specially developed alloy with internal shock isolation to withstand abuse, Trimble® SPS985 features quick release connector and smartphone configuration, enabling use as base station or rover, mounted on range pole or truck roof. For initial site reconnaissance, unit can be deployed with satellite-delivered GNSS corrections without base station. For higher accuracy site measurements ...
Design co Autodesk India to focus in tier-II, -III cities
Autodesk India that provides 3D design, engineering and entertainment software said the company would focus in tier-II and -III cities for its enterprise business.
Denise Richardson on the future of NYC public works projects
Denise Richardson, 52, has been the managing director of General Contractors Association of New York -- an organization of 250 unionized general contractors, heavy civil specialty firms, suppliers and vendors for the heavy construction industry -- since 2008. She lives with her husband and three rescued cats in Jackson Heights, on the 7 subway line.
5 students earn scholarships
Five Colorado State University-Pueblo students recently were awarded scholarships from the Construction Workforce Foundation of Colorado.
Construction April Jobless Rate Falls, Though 2,000 Jobs Lost
Jobs shed in buildings and nonresidential specialty trades sectors outweighed gains in heavy-civil and residential specialty trades segments.
Laing O'Rourke Appoints David Stewart in New Group Role
LONDON, May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --David Stewart has been appointed as a senior executive in the Laing O'Rourke Group with immediate effect. David joins Laing O'Rourke following a 25-year career with ...
Halting mud in Timberline a priority
A plan to widen ravines in the Schultz burn area and rechannel floodwaters still needs easements from residents.
