Entries Tagged Tough Job

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New Water Pipe Installed Under Lake Bed Made Easier Using Directional Drilling

Contractor uses a mix of horizontal directional drilling and underwater excavation to install water distribution pipe across Alabama lake.

Seeking Out Complicated Jobs Can Benefit Your Business

Seeking Out Complicated Jobs Can Benefit Your Business

Fearlessly taking on tough jobs is one way your company and crew can be even more profitable

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Using a Vacuum Trailer Attached to a HDPE Pipe, Contractor Unblocks Sewer Pipe for Homeowner

Contractor finds a unique approach for cleaning out a stone-filled pipe while also installing a new pipe.

Tough Jobs a Focus on First Day of No-Dig

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Tough Jobs a Focus on First Day of No-Dig

Virginia utility, contractors work through challenges to complete tough HDD job under drinking reservoir

Talking Tough

Talking Tough

Sharing a story about a job you’ve handled could help other contractors in similar situations.

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Pipe-Thrusters Bring the Force to Finish the Job

Contractor uses two machines to help push and pull pipe for a 7,000-foot bore job

August 01, 2017

Projects of All Sizes

Projects of All Sizes

Big jobs and small jobs all bring varying degrees of difficulty.

August 31, 2016

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Rehabilitating Wastewater Infrastructure in Glacier National Park No Small Task

Pipe bursting project enables Park Service to replace aged infrastructure without affecting wildlife or damaging the environment.

Arlington National Cemetery Water Main Replacement Program

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Pipe Bursting Key to Arlington National Cemetery Water Main Replacement

Crews were challenged with working in an operational national landmark that would not be closing to visitors averaging 11,000 per day.

February 16, 2015

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Pipe Bursting Helps Texas Contractor Upsize Sewer Without Digging Up Park

Pipe bursting helps a Texas contractor meet major challenges in upsizing a sanitary sewer interceptor.

August 25, 2014

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Michigan Contractor Cleans Poe Lock Manholes and Drainage System

Michigan contractor battles ice and bitter cold while cleaning the Poe Lock manholes and underfloor drainage system.

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Dammed If They Don’t

Contractor conquers cold weather, deep water and logistical challenges to clear and reline a clogged pond drain.

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Aces Wild

A pull-in-place structural lining method solves grease line issues in a Las Vegas hotel and casino.

February 20, 2014