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    Gravel road rutting in turnaround

    I have limited space for a gravel road turnaround circle for empty 6,000 gallon water tanker trucks. The outer radius for the turnaround is limited to about 86'. I've been told by the drivers that cutting the turn that tight will likely cut ruts in the stone. Are there ways to minimize...
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    Stainless Pipe Butt Welding Cost Estimating

    I'm doing a preliminary budget for a water process facility that will be using fair amount of 2 and 4" ss sanitary tubing. Does anyone have a few good rules of thumb for estimating stainless butt welding costs for both in the shop and the field? Thanks
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    Estimating Electric Motor Heat Production

    Does anyone have a quick calculation method for estimating the heat generated by an electric motor? I'm curious if I can provide sufficient heating from a pump motor to keep a pump house above freezing while the pump is running.
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    Municipal solid waste characteristics (incl. density)

    Does anyone have a suggestion on where I could find information on average municipal solid waste characteristics? I've downloaded the the USEPA 1960-2005 MSW Characteristics Report, but several key pages are corrupted, so I'm not sure if has what I'm looking for. First and foremost, I'm...
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    Stainless Steel Process Piping Estimating Guide

    I've been tasked with developing a rough cost estimate for replacing the piping system in a spring water processing facility. The existing system is comprised of sch. 40 PVC and various nylon and PE fittings. The replacement system must be entirely stainless steel. Are there any good, simple...

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