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The Complete Guide to Cistern materials

Cisterns are dedicated storage units serving both commercial and residential purposes. They can be used to store water, petroleum, hazardous waste, chemicals, and many other materials, liquids, and substances that are required to be stored at a factory or a home for long durations.  However, different types of cisterns serve different purposes. And the purpose […]

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Project Update: Tortue Hub, Senegal

Yesterday, a new milestone was reached at the site in Senegal. The first caisson of almost 16,000 tons reached the floating dock and its continued journey to its final destination. With the task done, our skidding system has successfully launched caissons in more than 30 projects! Client: Eiffage Génie Civil + BP Learn more about […]

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Project Update: Tuas Finger 3, Singapore

In Singapore, the Tuas Finger 3 project is in full swing after a few short interruptions due to the covid situation. Some speed facts: The latest caisson have been slipformed at a speed of 8.4 m per day. The transfer of the completed caissons has been carried out at an average speed of approximately 17 […]

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Project Update: Tortue Hub, Senegal

In Dakar, Senegal, the construction of the country’s first offshore LNG export terminal is currently underway. Our heavy duty slipform technology and transfer system are used to construct and transport the caissons (16,000 tons each) to the floating dock. At the moment, 4 caisson have been completed (out of a total of 21). Client: Eiffage […]

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What is an IP-CCV?

IP-CCV (Individual Pushing Caisson Carrier Vehicle) is a vehicle developed to help carry and support constructing heavy structures and buildings in production yards. It moves by its own designated transfer steel track where each IP-CCV can carry up to 250 tons.  While the original purpose of the IP-CCV was to move large concrete caisson weighing […]

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A guide about cistern repair

A cistern is a large receptacle for storing and holding liquids. The construction of a cistern often has the purpose of trapping and storing rainwater until it is needed. They are also used to store other liquids such as oil. It is a complex construction which regularly needs to be serviced or repaired to guarantee […]

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2021!

Each year Bygging-Uddemann makes a Christmas donation to charity. In these difficult times, it feels more important than ever. This year we make our donation to Unicef, supporting their work to save children’s lives and to help them fulfil their potential. View their website here! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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