MAULDIN, S.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Gordian Group, a leading provider of construction-pricing data, procurement software and services for the construction industry and public agencies, announced today the appointment of Michael Jones as new Great Lakes Region Manager. “We are confident of his abilities … Continue reading →
Odyne Receives 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show Green Award for Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application
Waukesha, WI – April 2, 2013—Odyne Systems, LLC, has won The Work Truck Show® 2013 Green Award for an advanced hybrid commercial vehicle it developed with ComEd (Chicago, IL).
Continue reading →“We’re all in this together” is the theme of the 2013 National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15–19. The theme highlights the complexities of work zones, especially in urban areas, and the need for awareness and planning on the part … Continue reading →
The word “Waukesha” means “by the little fox,” but most people know Waukesha for its close proximity to two of Wisconsin’s popular big cities: Milwaukee and Madison. Its desirable location is just one reason Waukesha was ranked one of the … Continue reading →
In an effort to address an increased structural deficit, the city council of Altoona, Pa., voted to adopt an Act 47 financial recovery plan for the city Dec. 19, 2012. According to the plan, a mix of cost-saving initiatives and … Continue reading →
Fourteen years later, law enforcement is dealing with an alarming increase of types of shootings at schools, malls, factories and other locations. These shootings have led law enforcement to take part in what is termed “rapid deployment training.” The idea … Continue reading →
How would your community react if the power went out for days or weeks at a time? That’s the question Rhonda Mosely poses to local governments and members of the private sector in order to help them create a continuum … Continue reading →
In addition to math, English and social studies, some high school students are adding firefighting to their course lists. At Twin Lakes High School in Monticello, Ind., students come together from seven different schools to enroll in a two-year program … Continue reading →
On Dec. 13, 2012, Newtown, Conn., was an idyllic and relatively unheard-of New England community. But at 9:30 a.m. the following day, it became synonymous with Aurora, Virginia Tech, Columbine and other scenes of national tragedy after a gunman entered … Continue reading →
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority in New Jersey is one entity that has enabled solar energy with construction of a solar project at its Camden wastewater treatment plant.1 The project entered its planning phase in 2011 and construction of the … Continue reading →
Water hammer is a common occurrence in water distribution systems and is sparked when fluid is forced to stop or change direction suddenly, such as when a valve closes or a hydrant opens abruptly. When combined with other factors such … Continue reading →
