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COVER STORY - The Iron Men -2007 NUCA Associate of the Year — East Jordan Iron Works — focuses on family and quality.
Its red-hued essence seeps up through rocks and hardened earth, swirling in rivers and streams. Its strength, dependability and longevity makes it the sixth most abundant element in the universe (fourth on our planet). So it’s no wonder that the 2007 National Utility Contractors Assocation (NUCA) Associate of the Year incorporates this element into their name and operations. Beginning with castings for machines, ships, agricultural uses and railroads to becoming one of the leading manufacturers of municipal and utility castings, East Jordan Iron Works (EJIW) has grown its strength on its family members — now in the fourth and fifth generations. more >>
By Jason Morgan
Feature Story - NUCA 2007 William H.Feather Safety Awards - Recognizing a commitment to safety within the utility contracting industry.
From the time that we are children, safety plays an important part in everyday life. Not talking to strangers, looking both ways before crossing the street and wearing a seatbelt were simple ways to stay safe when we were younger. As adults on the jobsite, safety becomes a bit more complicated. Every utility contractor knows the importance of safety and he or she implements rules and regulations on the jobsite to keep his or her crews safe day to day. more >>
By Jason Morgan and Pam Stask
Feature Story - Arming Trenches with Shores and Shields - Trench shore and shield experts sound off on the systems, installation, technology and safety.
When it comes to trench shoring, there are several different systems contractors can use, each with its own unique installation process. It’s important to have an understanding of these differences, because the equipment required for installation and the equipment you have available may dictate which shoring method you choose. Site conditions — such as soil type, groundwater, proximity to existing structures and utilities — will also have an impact on which installation methods are feasible. more >>
 

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