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	<description>MK Piling has an enviable reputation in the UK construction industry.</description>
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		<title>Piling Contractors</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Piling contractors are employed to implement extra support at the foundations of a new building. This support comes in the form of large, robust columns that are driven into the ground. Piling is usually only required when the site on which a building is being constructed is uneven. Seek advice from the architect or whoever [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Piling contractors are employed to implement extra support at the foundations of a new building. This support comes in the form of large, robust columns that are driven into the ground. Piling is usually only required when the site on which a building is being constructed is uneven. Seek advice from the architect or whoever is in charge of the build to confirm whether or not piling is needed to be done.</p>
<p>Construction piling and any other type of construction work should only be undertaken by qualified piling contractors. It is crucial that piling is completed to a safe standard. There are many piling options available which you can discuss with your piling contractor. Make sure that you are clear about what exactly you are looking for and agree exactly what costs are involved in the piling project and how long it will take to complete. Do this before the work is underway so that both sides know where they stand.</p>
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		<title>iPhone App for the Construction Industry</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2010/08/iphone-app-for-the-construction-industry/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The company, SmartBuild Software, have developed an iPhone application which enables construction site managers to monitor the clean-up of their sites by sub-contractors. There is a wide spread problem of sub-contractors being either very slow when cleaning-up or simply leaving the site without doing it. This can result in the contractor incurring additional costs by [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The company, SmartBuild Software, have developed an iPhone application which enables construction site managers to monitor the clean-up of their sites by sub-contractors. There is a wide spread problem of sub-contractors being either very slow when cleaning-up or simply leaving the site without doing it. This can result in the contractor incurring additional costs by employing extra staff to do the cleaning work.</p>
<p>The software was designed after research was carried out and it emerged that there was significant demand for a technological solution to the ongoing problem. The software is suitable for construction companies of all sizes. The app capabilities include recording and actioning a clean-up by a specific date or penalties are issued, sending warning notifications to workers and reporting on the performance of workers. The dashboard displays issues that are pending, late and resolved.</p>
<p>SmartBuild Software headquarters are at NovaUDC, Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre at University College Dublin. They are marketing their new products at the UK, UK and Irish market.</p>
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		<title>Driving Sheet Pile Walls</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2010/08/driving-sheet-pile-walls/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:26:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are several ways of driving sheet pile walls into position; threading into pre-cut trenches, pressed, impact-driven and vibratory driven.
Threading sheet pile walls into pre-cut trenches is a suitable technique for use on most soils. After a trench has been excavated or holes drilled in the ground, they are filled with a suspension and sheet [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are several ways of driving sheet pile walls into position; threading into pre-cut trenches, pressed, impact-driven and vibratory driven.</p>
<p>Threading sheet pile walls into pre-cut trenches is a suitable technique for use on most soils. After a trench has been excavated or holes drilled in the ground, they are filled with a suspension and sheet piles can be driven in up to their full depth.</p>
<p>Pressing sheet pile walls is a process that can be used if there are noise and vibration limitations due to the construction taking place in residential areas or near to existing buildings. The sheet piles are driven into the ground by hydraulic pressure. The pressing plant can be supported by a crane, guided by a leader or be supported by heads already in position.</p>
<p>Impact driven sheet pile walls can be positioned in the ground using either slow or rapid-action systems. Drop hammers and diesel hammers are slow-action, with between 24 and 32 blows per minutes and are used in cohesive soils. These hammers allow the pore water pressure to disperse between blows. Rapid-action hammers give between 100 and 400 blows per minute at a lighter driving weight than slow-action hammers.</p>
<p>Vibratory sheet pile driving is derived from harmonic excitation of the sheet pile, causing the restructuring of the soil along with decreasing the friction between the soil and sheet pile. Harmonic excitation is produced by eccentric weights in the vibrator.</p>
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		<title>Piling Rig Working Platform Guide</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2010/07/piling-rig-working-platform-guide/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 10:29:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is important that working platforms for piling rig contractors are robust to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines. Accidents are very dangerous on piling rig platforms and can often prove fatal. The platform needs to be stable to prevent it from settling into the ground under the weight and pressure of the piling [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is important that working platforms for piling rig contractors are robust to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines. Accidents are very dangerous on piling rig platforms and can often prove fatal. The platform needs to be stable to prevent it from settling into the ground under the weight and pressure of the piling equipment.</p>
<p>Piling rig working platforms are made from granular material that is crushed and compacted. For extra support geotextiles are also used. The thickness of the platform is decided by several factors. The rig type including the model, manufacturer and also how the machine is set up for use. The soil type and soil strength; whether it is cohesive (clay) or cohesionless (sand, gravel, most chalks)</p>
<p>Piling rig working platforms should be at least 2m longer than the construction area any ramp platforms should be should be at a safe and suitable angle. If it was necessary to remove any obstructions and holes were left then they must be backfilled properly so that there are no soft ground areas.</p>
<p>Ensure a safe piling rig working platform by following these guidelines and serious accidents will be avoided.</p>
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		<title>Decline of Home Construction in US</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2010/07/decline-of-home-construction-in-us/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:57:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There has been a drop in the number of houses being built in the US during the month of June. According to Commerce Department figures, US home construction is at its lowest level since October 2009.
Builders have been forced to hold back on building projects despite a reported 2.1% increase in building permit applications. This [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There has been a drop in the number of houses being built in the US during the month of June. According to Commerce Department figures, US home construction is at its lowest level since October 2009.</p>
<p>Builders have been forced to hold back on building projects despite a reported 2.1% increase in building permit applications. This is a positive sign for the future but with the current US unemployment rate being under 10% there are no advancements as yet.</p>
<p>New home and apartment developments fell 5% between May and June which was triggered by a 20% decrease in demand for apartments and condominiums. </p>
<p>High unemployment rates are cancelling out mortgage rates being at a record low. The figures have highlighted the fragility of the US recovery.</p>
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		<title>T.V. STARS IN THE MAKING?</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2009/11/t-v-stars-in-the-making/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:50:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Two of our piling operatives, Robert Clegg and Lewis Woodruff appeared in the Channel 4 Documentary featuring traditional Public Houses and more specifically those named &#8220;The Red Lion&#8221; throughout the UK.
The pair were shown playing rugby for the Red Lion&#8217;s Whitworth Spartans who have coincidentally been sponsored by MK Piling for a number of years.
The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two of our piling operatives, Robert Clegg and Lewis Woodruff appeared in the Channel 4 Documentary featuring traditional Public Houses and more specifically those named &#8220;The Red Lion&#8221; throughout the UK.</p>
<p>The pair were shown playing rugby for the Red Lion&#8217;s Whitworth Spartans who have coincidentally been sponsored by MK Piling for a number of years.</p>
<p>The pair talked about their enjoyment both on and off the pitch and the programme showed the obligatory post match rugby drinking games with their fellow team mates.  All in good fun and whilst their small screen debut was a success we are that Ant and Dec have nothing to fear&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..  just yet!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/whitworthspartans/"> Whitworth Spartans<br />
<a href="http://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-red-lion"> The Red Lion</p>
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		<title>MK Piling (North West) Offer New Complete Service</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2009/10/mk-piling-north-west-offer-new-complete-service/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:06:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to be able to offer a fully comprehensive setting out package for builders/developers, house owners and self-build projects, which require the services of fully qualified and insured site engineers.
These service include for the setting out of, pile positions, foundations, building lines, sewers, levels, profiles and as-built surveys.  References are available upon request and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are pleased to be able to offer a fully comprehensive setting out package for builders/develope<img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-54" title="Setting Out Engineer" src="http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Setting-Out-Engineer1-150x150.jpg" alt="Setting Out Engineer" width="150" height="150" />rs, house owners and self-build projects, which require the services of fully qualified and insured site engineers.</p>
<p>These service include for the setting out of, pile positions, foundations, building lines, sewers, levels, profiles and as-built surveys.  References are available upon request and our charges are very competitive.</p>
<p>We feel that the inclusion of this service will allow MK Piling to offer a more complete service and offers peace of mind to the client.</p>
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		<title>Complex Anchor Pile Project Completed</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2009/04/complex-anchor-pile-project-completed/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:26:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[MK Piling (North West) Ltd has just successfully completed an unusual and complex Anchor Pile Project in East Sussex.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>MK Piling (North West) Ltd has just successfully completed an unusual and complex Anchor Pile Project in East Sussex.</strong></p>
<div style="width: 400px;"><img title="Soil Nailing" src="/uploads/images/apr_09/mk_1240912999_mainb.jpg" alt="Soil Nailing" width="400" height="255" /></div>
<p><em><a href="http://www.mkpiling.co.uk/soil_nailing_in_hastings/66">Full case study&#8230;</a></em></p>
<p><em>For further information on Ground Anchors &#8211; Soil Nailing services from MK Piling (North West)<br />
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<p><em>Please Contact </em></p>
<p><em>David Hayes on 07796991195</em></p>
<p><em><a href="mailto:dmhayes1@sky.com">dmhayes1@sky.com</a></em></p>
<div style="width: 200px;"><img title="Soil Nailing: Completed Pile A" src="/uploads/images/apr_09/mk_1240913689_napenthe_a.jpg" alt="Soil Nailing: Completed Pile A" width="200" height="150" /></div>
<p><img title="Soil Nailing: Completed Pile B" src="/uploads/images/apr_09/mk_1240913708_napenthe_b.jpg" alt="Soil Nailing: Completed Pile B" width="200" height="150" /></p>
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		<title>Niyod Construction Nigeria (Lagos)</title>
		<link>http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2009/03/niyod-construction-nigeria-lagos/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Harvey Banks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Niyod Construction are currentley Installing 1,500 350x350 pre-cast piles driven to 33mts.]]></description>
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<p><strong>Niyod Construction are currentley Installing 1,500 350&#215;350 pre-cast piles driven to 33mts.</strong></p>
<p>Niyod Construction are currentley Installing 1,500 350&#215;350 pre-cast piles driven to 33mts.</p>
<p>The project is being carried out at Makoko , Yaba , Lagos . The project is being overseen by the Lagos division of Ove Arrup. The project will be completed on time and within the budget .</p>
<p>Niyod have 3 Banut machines within their fleet , 2 of which are working on this project.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mkpiling.com/cms/media_library.php?mode=edit&amp;id=110"><img title="Banut" src="http://www.mkpiling.com/uploads/cms_thumbs/jun_07/mk_1183111024_Banut1.jpg" border="0" alt="Banut" /></a></p>
<p> <a href="http://www.mkpiling.com/Piling_in_Nigeria%20/68">Full case study&#8230;</a></div>
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