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Monthly Archives: November 2011

Water line break & corrosion a headache for Tucson Water

Posted on November 30, 2011 by integritythatworks

Aging water lines are a problem for Tucson Water. They often break causing big headaches. But what happens when lines that are relatively new break. Solving that problem goes from headache to migraine. A 24 inch line broke in front of … Continue reading →

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Alyeska agrees to $600,000 penalty to settle federal cases

Posted on November 28, 2011 by integritythatworks

The operator of the trans-Alaska pipeline has reached a settlement with federal regulators to resolve four enforcement cases dating back to 2006. Under the deal, Alyeska Pipeline Service Co. will pay a civil penalty of $600,000, which represents a considerable … Continue reading →

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Stopping Corrosion in our Harbors – Duluth/Superior Harbor

Posted on November 23, 2011 by integritythatworks

Every ship that passes under the Duluth/Superior harbor lift bridge is a sign of a healthy, working, international port. but for this to exist, requires steel. Nearly 14-miles of underwater metal. Loading facilities, docks and shorelines, the shipping canals; the very … Continue reading →

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