This guide highlights Floatmaster Sectional Barges—including how their modular construction, resilience, and load-bearing prowess offer substantial benefits to marine contractors. We’ll explore the engineering behind these barges and their practical applications in a variety of marine projects. Top of FormBottom of Form What are Floatmaster Sectional Barges? Unlike traditional barges—which tend to be large, flat-bottomed vessels designed for carrying freight in bulk—sectional barges consist of modular sections that can be quickly assembled and disassembled. This modularity allows for easy tra ..read more

To effectively address the Culvert’s drainage challenges at hand, the proposed solution included the drilling of 16 new weep holes, each 26 inches deep, and the insertion of 16 units of the JET Filter 4” diameter open-end drainage system. Drainage Dillema The Culvert at Deep Creek in Middletown, Delaware, posed a distinct challenge for the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT). This aging culvert demanded immediate attention to rectify drainage issues that were leading to damage and degradation of the culvert. In response, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) pursued re ..read more

Originally built in the early 1900s, Thunderer Jetty is located on the banks of the Thames in Dagenham,East London, an area with long-established historic industrial character. After years of minor renovations, it is now undergoing a complete refurbishment of the existing berth structure, including the construction of a replacement jetty approach, breasting dolphins, mooring dolphins and a new loading platform. Due to the structure’s nature and the variety of vessel sizes berthing at the jetty, the consulting company responsible for the design of the project was seeking a solution that would ..read more

Bypass in place Lafayette, CO – The City of Orinda, California sits within the Diablo Mountain Range just nine miles east of Oakland, California. Local roads wind through the rolling hills next to many main streams that run through the mountain range. These tributaries empty into the Pablo Reservoir and the Upper San Leandro Reservoir. These seasonal streams are environmentally sensitive for local aquatic life and drinking water derived from the reservoirs. Many large culverts were installed in the 1940s and 50s to take these streams under the roads, which are now showing signs of fatigue and ..read more

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A total of 80 stay cables support the bridge’s three lanes. The cables are being replaced as part of the construction work and the bridge will be extended by an extra lane. Seville’s southernmost bridge is getting new stay cables and an extra traffic lane Two Liebherr 420 EC-H 16 Litronic cranes are secured to the bridge’s pylons Liebherr Tower Crane Solutions advised on and helped plan assembly Lifts at a height of 110 metres A major bridge in Seville is being renovated with the help of two high-top cranes. Securing them to the bridge’s pylons proved a tricky task in ter ..read more

Template system utilized on bridge construction in Jupiter, FL. See issue 39-6 of Pile Buck for the full story. The significance of precision in pile installation cannot be overstated. Each pile must be placed at a specific location and driven to a precise depth at a particular angle to guarantee that the load is supported correctly. Deviations from the planned alignment or depth is likely to cause challenges to the issue of workmanship and quality. For this reason, pile driving template systems are highly recommended to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Modern circular cell cofferdams with flat ..read more

Photo credit: Warkentin FabricatingUnderstanding the Basics To quickly recap: A barge is a flat-bottomed marine vessel, distinct from other types of vessels due to its lack of self-propulsion—designed primarily for the transportation of heavy equipment and goods along rivers, canals, and oceans. The key components of a barge include the hull, which provides buoyancy—the deck, serving as the platform for cargo or equipment—and various compartments below deck, used for ballast or additional storage. These fundamental features enable barges to efficiently support marine construction and transport ..read more

Marine drilled shafts and anchors provide the critical support needed for structures like offshore platforms and undersea tunnels, standing firm against the relentless push and pull of the sea and other marine environments. This guide explores the techniques and innovations that enable these foundations to secure some of the most impressive marine projects. The Basics of Marine Drilled Shafts and Anchors Marine drilled shafts and anchors are foundational elements in the construction of structures that extend into or are surrounded by bodies of water. A drilled shaft, commonly referred to as a ..read more

Chance Foundation Solutions manufactures a comprehensive product line of deep foundation products including helical piles, resistance piers, tieback anchors, adapters, pile caps, and installation tooling. Chance University is a training program for the worldwide network of Chance dealers, contractors, installers and distributors. Founded in the mid-1990s, Chance University combines online coursework and hands-on field training to provide installers with a solid foundation of knowledge and practical skills. Long known for its ingenuity, Chance was the first company to use helical piles for res ..read more