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Vermicomposting Methods
Vermicomposting Methods

A form of natural recycling, vermicomposting involves using earthworms to decompose organic waste.

Why Are Solar Panels Important in Our Society?
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Why Are Solar Panels Important in Our Society?

Photovoltaic and solar-thermal panels generate free electricity by converting sunlight into electricity or transferring the sun's heat to heating and ventilation systems.

Septic Tank Warning Signs
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Septic Tank Warning Signs

Septic tanks capture wastewater and treat it with anaerobic bacteria to make it safe to discharge.

List of a Construction Company's Direct & Indirect Costs
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List of a Construction Company's Direct & Indirect Costs

A construction company's direct costs are costs incurred for an individual project, whereas indirect costs benefit multiple projects.

How to Add Calcium to a Concrete Mix
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How to Add Calcium to a Concrete Mix

Calcium chloride is a very common additive for cement to have, especially in the colder regions of the world.

How to Sell a Forklift
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How to Sell a Forklift

Planning to sell a forklift online? Several companies connect buyers with sellers or purchase used equipment.

How to Troubleshoot the Shuttle Shift on a Case 580 Backhoe
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How to Troubleshoot the Shuttle Shift on a Case 580 Backhoe

Problems with the shuttle shift of the Case 580 backhoe can include having no forward or reverse available for moving the machine.

How to Attach Barbed Wire to T-Posts
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How to Attach Barbed Wire to T-Posts

A barbed wire fence can make an affordable and effective alternative to chain-link or wooden varieties.

How to Test for a Bad Deep Well Pump
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How to Test for a Bad Deep Well Pump

If you notice signs of a bad deep well pump, you should test it promptly.

Why Are Bees Attracted to Porch Lights?
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Why Are Bees Attracted to Porch Lights?

Most people have seen bees buzzing around a porch light at night.

Uses of Lime Powder for Insects
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Uses of Lime Powder for Insects

Lime powder works well on many levels in a number of ways in both indoor and outdoor spaces.

How to Test a Tractor Generator
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How to Test a Tractor Generator

To test the tractor’s generator, you will need a voltmeter.

Types of Earth Movers
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Types of Earth Movers

An earth mover is a piece of construction equipment that moves dirt, debris and other materials around a work site.

What to Coat Laminate Flooring With After Install
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What to Coat Laminate Flooring With After Install

Laminate floors are created by placing an image of wood between resin layers to provide a wood-like appearance that is durable and easy to care for.

Road Construction Methods
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Road Construction Methods

The basic construction process for building a road is similar for any road.

Tools Used in Bridge Construction
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Tools Used in Bridge Construction

The construction of bridges is a highly skilled process.

Tips for Using Cold-Patch Asphalt With Cement Powder
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Tips for Using Cold-Patch Asphalt With Cement Powder

Cold-patch asphalt uses traditional asphalt modified with polymer technology to create a product that you can use to patch your patio or driveway without the mess and danger of working with hot asphalt.

Suspension, Beam and Arch Bridges
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Suspension, Beam and Arch Bridges

Various kinds of bridges exist, but the most commonly used bridge types are suspension, beam and arch bridges.

ANSI Requirements for Forklift Man Baskets
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ANSI Requirements for Forklift Man Baskets

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) publishes the B56.

Tools & Instruments Used for Drafting
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Tools & Instruments Used for Drafting

Drafting is the art of making technical drawings and is performed by architects, engineers and designers of all types.

Should You Keep Newly-Poured Concrete Wet?
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Should You Keep Newly-Poured Concrete Wet?

Pouring concrete is a process that requires attention during every step.

Stages in Road Construction
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Stages in Road Construction

Road construction is a lengthy process that can take more than 10 years, depending on the size of the future pathway.

Uses for Bulldozers
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Uses for Bulldozers

A bulldozer is a piece of heavy equipment that runs on diesel fuel and is found on most construction sites.

Different Types of Truss Bridges
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Different Types of Truss Bridges

The truss bridge is one of the oldest bridge designs in the United States.

Basic Drafting Tools & Their Uses
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Basic Drafting Tools & Their Uses

A drafter draws blueprints to guide the construction of anything from residential construction to jet aircraft.