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New Educational Series article: Civil Construction and Site Development — How are they different, and how do they work together?
April 10, 2025 — Civil construction and site development are fundamental aspects of infrastructure and land preparation, often overlapping but serving distinct roles in the construction industry. While both are essential in transforming raw land into usable spaces, they differ in scope, objectives, and execution.
New Educational Series article: Excavation Basics — An Introduction to Excavation, from the Ground Up
January 15, 2025 — Excavation is one of the most essential steps in construction and development. It’s how we clear, dig, and shape the land to prepare for everything from homes and roads to skyscrapers and sewer lines. Without excavation, none of the buildings or infrastructure we rely on could exist.
Riprap Channels: Purpose, Function, Design, and Implementation
November 19, 2024 — Riprap channels are a widely used erosion control solution that provides stability to embankments, channels, and shorelines. By employing stone or other durable materials, riprap serves as a natural and effective way to manage water flow and prevent erosion.
New Educational Series article: Bioretention Ponds — Their Distinct Role in Stormwater Management
September 27, 2024 — A bioretention pond is a landscaping feature designed to manage and treat stormwater runoff. It helps slow down, capture, and filter water from impervious surfaces like roads, parking lots, and roofs, allowing pollutants like sediment, nutrients, and chemicals to be removed naturally before the water enters the groundwater or nearby water bodies.
New Educational Series article: Innovations in Excavation — Efficiency, Safety & Sustainability in Civil Construction
September 13, 2024 — Excavation is a critical component of civil construction, forming the foundation for many large-scale projects, including roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities. However, traditional excavation practices have often been associated with challenges such as environmental disruption, safety risks, and inefficiency.
New Educational Series article: Stormwater Detention Ponds & Retention Ponds — What is the difference?
September 13, 2024 — Stormwater detention & retention ponds are necessary in civil construction and urban development for several reasons, including: flood control, water quality, erosion control, and regulatory compliance. Both detention ponds and retention ponds are used to manage stormwater runoff, but they serve different purposes and operate differently.
New Educational Series article: Underground Stormwater Detention Systems — Optimizing Urban Stormwater Management
September 9, 2024 — Urbanization has created a significant challenge for managing stormwater runoff due to the proliferation of impervious surfaces like roads, rooftops, and parking lots. Underground stormwater detention systems are a powerful solution to this problem, offering an efficient, space-saving approach to control excess runoff, mitigate flooding, and meet environmental regulations.