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Innovation case studies
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Energy
MOSES Minimizes Redundant Steel in ORCA Offshore’s Analysis of Self-installing Platform
Transport and Installation Specialist Demonstrates Validity of Dynamic Load and Structural Strength Analysis Using Bentley Software
August 2015 -
Tunnelling
Segment Tracking System
The Hochtief Murphy Joint Venture has used a Segment Tracking System to control delivery of key components from fabrication through to installation, improving efficiencies in its tunnelling operations.
September 2014 -
Airports
CCC Enhances ROI on Midfield Terminal Project at Abu Dhabi Airport Using BIM-driven Approach
CCC Enhances ROI on Midfield Terminal Project at Abu Dhabi Airport Using BIM-driven Approach
December 2014 -
In with the new: Fostering innovation
Innovation was critical to bringing New Street in on time and on budget – and that meant giving the supply chain a platform to propose their ideas. Paul Dalton, senior project manager for Mace, writes about the lessons he took from the project by using specialist supply chain knowledge to enhance the programme.
December 2015 -
Roads
Peterborough County Council enjoy benefits of footway Retread
Retread is a cold in-situ recycling process which reconstructs the entire carriageway or footway surface to a depth of 75mm. With increasing focus on sustainability, Colas’ Retread process offers a low CO2 emission alternative. By reducing the output of energy, emissions and waste, Colas are able to aid clients in significantly lowering their carbon footprint and cost.
September 2014 -
Tunnelling
Fibre Optic Monitoring Technology
The Hochtief Murphy Joint Venture, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, developed the Fibre Optic Monitoring Technology to receive live information of the Crossrail Thames Tunnel C310 performance.
September 2014 -
Roads
A57 Liverpool Road, Salford, Ralumac HT Scheme
Ralumac HT was chosen for this scheme due to it being a BBA approved double coat, single pass application. The first coat regulates and seals the existing surface, followed by a second coat using a 10mm aggregate. After compaction and embedment the total thickness of this process was 18mm thick, giving the client reduced levels compared to using a traditional overlay.
August 2014 -
Energy
CCTV Pipe Survey Device
The CCTV Pipe Survey Device developed by Murphy enables quick and high-quality surveys to be carried out, saving up to 40% on the costs of traditional methods.
September 2014 -
BIM
Robin Partington & Partners Leverages Bentley Software to Create Curvilinear Park House
GenerativeComponents Helps Team Achieve a Buildable Bent-glass Cladding System
September 2014 -
BIM
SimpsonHaugh and Partners Uses Generative Design to Shape One Blackfriars Tower Concept
Architects Let Daylight into Neighboring Properties with Blade-thin 50-storey Skyscraper Modeled on Bentley’s BIM Software
August 2015