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SPECIAL WORKS
the new and existing structures, as well as observing service crossings to be encompassed within our design. Additionally, EVE has allowed clients, such as CWA, to engage better with their key stakeholders, keeping them better informed as to the progress they are making in projects such as this and the key considerations at the pre- construction stage.
“We supplied a variety of equipment for this main stage of the project, such as our trench boxes, as well as a range of traditional sheets and walers, for the installation of the new pipeline. The nature of the project required us to be agile with the design element, in particular the practicality of our temporary works systems in both busy residential areas of the city as well as public parks and roadways.”
Speaking about the use of EVE, Graeme Dobbin, Project Manager from Caledonia Water Alliance added: “Using Mabey Hire’s EVE software allowed our construction team to plan and implement the works on site, as well as supporting us in reviewing the correct sequence, buildability and detailing any clashes which we’d need to overcome.
“The software also gave the onsite team a great visual representation of the works
to be undertaken, which was an invaluable asset when completing this project, due to working around live services. Here Mabey Hire were a great help, keeping in constant communication and working closely with us to develop a solution for any problems that arose.”
In addition to the main installation of the new pipeline, a number of OXO (hydrant, gate valve, hydrant) connection sections had to be installed every 1km, allowing for the future isolation of the line in the event of repairs or maintenance needing to be carried out. Mabey Hire designed and supplied a combination of medium duty bracing, as well as HD lapped trench sheets for the 9m x 4.5m x 4m cofferdam to facilitate the incorporation of these OXO sections.
When it comes to utility projects, working in highly congested areas can be a common occurrence, with existing services, site constraints, tight programming dates and utility isolations to consider. As a result, it is important that projects of this nature are handled with due care and diligence, in collaboration with experienced partners, as Graeme explained: “Mabey Hire are one of the Scottish Water Framework’s suppliers and after speaking to Jamie McLachlan we were convinced of the
viability of not only their temporary works equipment, but also the EVE digital software.”
EVE uses immersive technology to create intuitive 3D designs for construction projects and can incorporate all aspects of temporary works. By rendering a fully explorable visualisation of a project, EVE allows users to explore and interact with their design in a real-world environment, with the ability to view accurate measurements of the site geometry. Not only this, but each product has its own embedded metadata within EVE allowing users to develop their own project specific Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), including lift plans. This can all help to streamline 3D workflows and integrate directly with BIM models in one virtual environment.
With over 60 years of experience in the construction industry, Mabey Hire’s expert teams can design and supply a range of temporary works solutions for utilities projects, whether that be gas, water or electricity. Working in partnership with key clients, the temporary works specialist has a variety of solutions that can aid in the successful completion of utilities works, with propping and jacking, trench sheets, walers and more all available to specify.
Managing variable wastewater flows from festival venue
Wastewater treatment technology from WCS Environmental Engineering is delivering enhanced ammonia removal at a village treatment works which manages seasonal flows and loads.
Severn Trent’s Blymhill wastewater treatment works in Staffordshire serves a catchment that includes Weston Park, a 17th century country house set in 1,000 acresof parkland, which hosts large outdoor events such as music festivals, concerts and fairs. As such, incoming flows and loads to the works can vary seasonally and depending on which
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