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Vandals’ New Digs Will Be ‘Game-Changer’ for Athletes By Lori Lovely CEG CORRESPONDENT
After years of planning, the University of Idaho has finally broken ground on a dedicated basketball arena. Scheduled for completion in 2021, the 62,000-sq.-ft. Idaho Central Credit Union Arena will be the new home for Vandals’ basketball, regional tournaments, lectures, as well as “small and midsize” events, other cultural and special events, concerts and conventions, said Guy Esser, project architect of the University. In addition to the court, the new arena also will include a practice gym, lockers and conference facilities and coaches’ offices. Ground broke in June 2019 on an area of campus north of the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center on the Moscow campus — an area set aside for such an expansion in the 1970s, Esser said. The open grass playing field was “not a well-used
Work is expected to be completed by August 2021. “Good geotech data” is keeping the contractor on track with the schedule.
area,” but was adjacent to parking and used only for intramurals, thus lending itself to the plan for a new arena that will seat 4,200. Of a $51 million budget (following a State Board-approved budget increase), $43 million has been collected, largely through fundrais-
ing efforts in addition to a $10 million gift from Idaho Central Credit Union. Work Begins Site prep started with digging 14 ft. down to place the footings, and dirt hauled to offsite locations. The
concrete footings along the south, lower section of the seating bowl have been poured, as have the large footings for the main roof portal truss. Excavation and subgrade preparation for the east shear wall footings and the east exterior wall of
the practice gym has been completed, but excavation continues at the west end of a parking lot for the placement of a steam/condensate vault while Heritage Landscaping works on various repairs to the irrigation systems. Formwork has started at the east practice gym footings. Meanwhile, excavation and subgrade preparation is in progress for the lower section footings at the northeast corner of the seating bowl. The contractor just placed formwork and rebar for the main west basement foundation wall and is in the process of placing formwork and rebar for the lower sections of the two west stair towers. The contractor is coordinating opening and sleeve locations in preparation to pour these tower sections in late October. Rebar bending, fabrication and placement is in progress at various footsee TIMBER page 8
Emerald City Eyes Park to Replace Alaskan Way Viaduct One year ago, the iconic Alaskan Way Viaduct was permanently closed, but soon the area will be converted into a 20-acre park featuring an overlook wall and public space. The entire park is expected to open in 2024 with the first part of the project at Pier 62, which is expected to open this spring. Last May, the Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement Program got under way. Crews began filling in the Battery Street
Tunnel with rubble from the demolished Alaskan Way Viaduct. The tunnel was then decommissioned after it was found to be seismically vulnerable. Crews cleaned about 250,000 sq. ft. inside the tunnel to remove decades of automobile exhaust. They also removed the tunnels mechanical and electrical systems. They continued to install sewer lines and conducted other utility work. see PARK page 6
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A dump truck brings fill material recycled from the demolition of the Alaskan Way into the Battery Street Tunnel. Contractor Kiewit Infrastructure West is using the concrete rubble as fill for the 65-year-old tunnel.
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Oregon’s 82nd Logging Conference Fast Approaching The 82nd annual Oregon Logging Conference (OLC) will be held from Feb. 20 to 22, 2020, at the Lane County Convention Center and Fairgrounds in Eugen, Ore. Started in 1938, the Oregon Logging Conference’s founding principle continues to focus on assisting forestry professionals in their pursuit of professional development. Each year, OLC hosts informative educational seminars and panel discussions on forestry-related topics. These educational opportunities are invaluable to forestry professionals, who earn professional logger credits while networking and exchanging ideas with their peers.
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In 2019, elementary school students visited OLC to learn about the forestry industry.
former president and international director of Greenpeace. According to his biography, Moore focuses on the promotion of sustainability and consensus building among competing concerns. He calls for issues to be discussed on the basis of accurate scientific data and the creation of sustainable solutions. “While Mr. Moore may not always tell you what you want to hear, I have found him to be honest and truthful,” said OLC President Greg Stratton. “I believe politics are based on opinions and agendas, but science should be proven and validated with facts.” Stratton added that he believes that management of the environment should be based on what’s best for the landscape and longterm viability, not short-sighted agendas that destroy entire communities. “I believe Patrick Moore shares this same belief,” he said. For more information, visit www.oregonloggingconference.com. CEG
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Many hands-on seminars were well-attended at the Oregon Logging Conference in 2019.
In addition to providing educational exhibits aimed at explaining the problems and conditions of forestry related industries, OLC has donated more than $275,000 to public education programs. OLC also supports the Oregon Women in Timber’s free
educational program, Talk About Trees. The free program presents science-based curriculum to kindergarten through eighth grade classes. This year’s keynote speaker will be Patrick Moore, who is a founding member,
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‘Building Products for Better Futures’ was the theme of 2019’s Oregon Logging Conference.
Oregon Highway Project Lettings The Oregon Department of Transportation received bids for transportation-related improvement projects. Following is a list of some of the projects let. County: Coos Contract ID: 15165
Contract Description: OR 542: Rhoda Creek culvert project. Contractors and Bid Amounts: • Carter & Company Inc. — $2,156,440 • Marcum & Sons LLC — $2,578,826 • Laduke Construction LLC — $2,588,908 • LTM Inc. d/b/a Knife River
Materials — $2,671,814 • Suulutaaq Inc. — $2,962,179 • Westech Construction Inc. — $2,998,566 County: Clackamas Contract ID: 15164 Contract Description: OR 212: UPRR U.S. 26 section.
Contractors and Bid Amounts: • Kerr Contractors Oregon Inc. — $11,973,432 • Oregon Mainline Paving LLC — $12,671,108 • Wildish Standard Paving Company — $13,070,522 • James W Fowler Company — $15,153,452
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Fecon Unveils New Mulching Tractor for Its Forestry Lineup Fecon’s Tier-IV Stage-5 compliant FTX200 mulching tractor includes the Fecon Power Management System for unrivaled power and performance in the 200 hp class. The newest addition to the family of forestry mulchers is designed from the ground up, with design influence from the very popular FTX600, giving it big tractor features in a more compact package. This low-ground pressure (4.2 psi) tractor features an oscillating undercarriage with 20 in. (50.8 cm) track shoes, providing balanced traction and impressive handling on all ground conditions, according to the manufacturer. A spacious cab features a panoramic view, air suspension and a heated seat for operator comfort. A larger touchscreen IQAN display, a large rear-view camera display mounted in line-of-sight on the front grid window and keyless ignition with security are provided for performance and control. With a combination of power, durability, size and production capability, the Fecon FTX200 is ideal for projects in R.O.W., urban interface and land improvement or development. Designed for work in the woods, the latest addition of the Fecon family features a newly designed Bull Hog mulching head, constructed of stronger, lighter steel, and available with an FGT or DCR style rotor to
This low-ground pressure (4.2 psi) tractor features an oscillating undercarriage with 20-in. (50.8 cm) track shoes, providing balanced traction and impressive handling on all ground conditions.
enhance the cutting performance and productivity. DCR rotors feature reversible Viking knives for fast cutting in all materials and the most efficient use of horsepower. The cutting, slicing, and splitting action of the Viking knife as it chips is far more productive than straight edge tools or saw teeth, according to the manufacturer. This productivity is further enhanced by depth control rings which provides fast cutting durability. Front mount lift height under cutting tools is 49 in. (124 cm), ideal for processing larger diameter material and fast handling of mul-
tiple stem vegetation and precut slash material. Lift arm design and lift/tilt geometry also provide 31 in. (78.7 cm) of below grade reach, ideal for reaching into embankments. Range of motion and hydraulic push bar design allow the push bar tines to reach the ground, ideal for working down slash piles or positioning material for processing by the mulching head. A tilting cab and wide engine compartment doors on the side and rear, simplify access for maintenance and service, including daily checks. A swing out hydraulic
cooler and fan allows easy cleaning and access to service points, pumps and engine. The DEF tank, pump and heater lines are conveniently located and easily accessible. LED work lights and an LED light bar on the front of the cab provide 360-degree illumination with a reduced amperage draw. Powered by a Cummins B4.5 Stage 5 engine that delivers 200 net hp offering the latest in efficient emissions technology, and an average fuel consumption rate of just 7 to 9 gallons per hour (gph). With an aggressive 80 gpm, 5,000 psi high flow hydraulic system, this compact tractor has ample power for forestry attachments. Fecon Power Management ensures the intelligent distribution of power, yielding up to 20 percent more productivity in many environments. The cab is equipped with adjustable joystick pods, a heated, air suspended seat and three points of egress for operator comfort, convenience and safety. An intuitive touch-screen monitor allows operator to quickly make quick adjustments as needed without leaving the cab. The FTX200 has remote connectivity to allow factory-based diagnostics and troubleshooting assistance. For more information, call 513/696-4430 or visit www.Fecon.com.
Seattle Plans 20-Acre Waterfront Park Where Viaduct Stood PARK from page 1
For the fill project, trucks hauled rubble from the Viaduct to Terminal 25 on the Duwamish River for processing. Rebar was removed from the concrete, then the concrete was put through a crusher.
Once the tunnel is filled, the vents will be removed and sealed up as part of other surface street restoration work on Battery Street scheduled for summer 2020. The road to the north that formerly descended into the tunnel is being raised to grade level and streets on
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A look north at the old northbound roadway of the Battery Street Tunnel.
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A rendering of what the 20-acre waterfront park will look like upon completion in 2024.
either side reconnected, creating new cross streets. The Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement Program has been in the works since 2009 when the Washington State Legislature voted to replace the waterfront section of the viaduct with the SR 99 double-decker tunnel. It is set to be completed by 2021.
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New Facility Will Be Unlike Any Other in College Sports TIMBER from page 1
ing-to-foundation wall connections throughout the west lower areas of the project site. Placement of under-slab drainage piping and mechanical/electrical utilities is expected to start by the end of October. The next step is steel erection. “It will be slab on a metal deck,” said David Shourd, project manager of Hoffman Construction, based in Portland, Ore., one of the largest general contractors in the United States. Once the frame is in place, crews will place the roof to “keep things protected,” Shourd said, and install the exterior skin, curtain walls and cladding before focusing on the interior finishes. Crews will use rough-terrain cranes (30-to-40 ton) for concrete work and the sheer walls. But the building’s frame is the most unique aspect of the project. In the spring, 150-to-200 ton cranes will be used for mass timber erection. Mass Timber When the arena is completed, UI will have the first mass-timber sporting facility in major college athletics. The mass-timber framing style features the use of large, solid wood panels for wall, floor and roof construction, as well as innovative forms of sculptural buildings like the ICCU arena, formed from solid wood panel or framing systems of 6 ft. or more in width or
Crews will use rough-terrain cranes (30-to-40 ton) for concrete work and the sheer walls.
depth. The primary load-bearing structure is made of large pieces of either solid or engineered wood. “The genesis of this project was the idea of using mass timber,” Esser said. “It’s a natural product and an up and coming building technology. We want to spur industry growth.” Mass timber construction aids in forest management, supports logging communities, contributes to a more sustainable building sector and encourages development in wood engineering. Additional benefits of mass timber construction include reduced weight in comparison with con-
crete buildings by as much as onefifth. This enables smaller foundation sizes and, due to high strengthto-weight ratios, better performance during seismic activity. Replacing steel with mass timber also reduces carbon dioxide emissions between 15-to-20 percent. Because the timber panels are prefabricated and assembled on site, project timelines are shortened by an average of 25 percent, construction traffic is reduced by 90 percent and sites are safer. Because of its sustainability and other benefits, mass timber is being used more in the United States. in
Excavation and subgrade preparation for the east shear wall footings and the east exterior wall of the practice gym has been completed, but excavation continues at the west end of a parking lot for the placement of a steam/condensate vault while Heritage Landscaping works on various repairs to the irrigation systems.
larger buildings than typical stickbuilt designs permit. “ICCU Arena is a showcase for who we are and what we do as a land-grant research university,” University of Idaho President Chuck Staben said in a press release. The intent, Esser adds, is to use timber from the Idaho forest industry. Much of the wood will be harvested from the UI Experimental Forest on Moscow Mountain and then manufactured and hauled to campus by Idaho companies. Boise Cascade Co., a North American manufacturer of wood
products and wholesale distributor of building materials, is responsible for the beams. PotlatchDeltic Corporation, an American diversified forest products company based in Spokane, Wash., that manufactures and sells lumber, panels and particleboard, is handling the plywood. Mass-timber framing is an old technique often thought of in the creation of very tall buildings, but it’s seldom seen today, primarily due to building codes. Esser said that the University underwent extensive fire modeling to ensure that the timbers would perform equal to or better than other materials. “Mass-timber construction must meet the same requirements for steel: sprinklers, evacuation routes, etc.,” he said. According to Think Wood, exposed mass timbers char on the outside, forming an insulating layer that protects interior wood from damage. In addition, if code requires mass timber to be protected with gypsum wall board, “the mass timber can achieve nearly damage-free performance during a contents-fire burnout event.” In short, they withstand burning. Nevertheless, additional redundant fire sprinkler systems and alarms are required. Materials The heavy timber framing will feature thick beams, most of which see TIMBER page 9
Site prep started with digging 14 ft. down to place the footings, with dirt hauled to offsite locations.
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Univ. of Idaho Breaks Ground on Mass Timber Project TIMBER from page 8
are 12-3/4-in. thick by 48 in. tall, although, according to Shourd, some are 14-3/4-in. thick and 72 in. tall. “Several million board feet” will be required to complete the project. In addition, 2,800 glulam pieces will be used. Glulam is glued laminated timber, a type of structural engineered wood. By laminating several smaller pieces of lumber, a single large, strong, structural member is manufactured. Round wood from Idaho cedar will be used for the cladding, curtain walls and mullions. Experience The overall design was created by Opsis Architecture to showcase regional wood and Hoffman Construction was specifically chosen for its experience and because of its chosen partners’ experience — Western Wood and StructureCraft, a structural engineer in Vancouver that designed the roof. Hastings & Chivetta designed the interior and KPFF served as consulting engineers. “They have lots of experience not just in working with mass timber, but also in costing, sourcing and erection sequencing,” Esser said, adding that after completing the design of the arena in 2017, they ran an RFP to find an experienced contractor. “We wanted the insight on methodology.” Although mass timber is relatively new to the U.S. construction industry, Hoffman has used it before. It also has a history with the client, Shourd said, and has been involved with this project for years. Over that period of time, Shourd said there have been few surprises, probably because communication and planning
After years of planning, the University of Idaho has finally broken ground on a dedicated basketball arena.
have been so thorough. With the new arena situated near academic and athletic facilities, a great deal of attention has been paid to pedestrian routing and game day plans. “Since we’re next to the ASUI Kibbie Activity Center, we have to be flexible and respectful.” Idaho saw early snow this year and winters can get quite cold, but allowances have been built into the schedule for weather as well as for campus activities.
Work is expected to be completed by August 2021. One thing keeping them on track with the schedule is “good geotech data.” Shourd said the “soils are better than the boring reports indicated” and that the ground is dry, so excavation has been able to proceed uninhibited. “This facility will be a game-changer for student-athletes, for our fans and for our community,” UI President Staben said.
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Sennebogen Tree Care Material Handlers Head Off-Road Building on the tree care industry’s reception of the 718 M handler, Sennebogen has introduced the 718 R-HD, a track mounted model of the same purpose-built machine. The 718 R-HD delivers all the popular features of the 718 M, trading in the rubber-tired undercarriage for crawler tracks. The track mount opens a wider range of applications and business opportunities for tree care specialists, with increased soft soil mobility and greater stability on slopes or uneven terrain. Both models feature a boom and stick with a 43 ft. (13 m) reach, fitted with a rotating hydraulic grapple saw. Operators are able to grip, cut, trim, sort and stack tree limbs from the safety of the machine’s elevating Maxcab, which can rise to an eye-level height of 18 ft. (5.5 m) to afford a clear view of the work area and the surrounding job site. The cab also can tilt back 30 degrees to allow operators a comfortable uplook when working with trees that could be up to 70 ft. (21.3 m) tall. Current owners call the 718 “a game changer” in the industry, achieving production rates up to 10 times
greater than traditional methods, while dramatically increasing safety for operators and ground crew, according to the manufacturer. Production and Versatility While the 718 M excels at urban and roadside tree care, and can quickly transport itself between job sites, the 718 R-HD turns its focus to off-road applications such as right-of-way maintenance for utility companies, or land clearing for construction developments. The compact size of the 718 R-HD, weighing less than 44,000 lbs. (19,958 kg), is convenient for trailering to job sites, with no highway waivers required. With its cutting and handling capability, the 718 eliminates tree climbing from the job as well as any need to rig ropes to the trees or to haul cut limbs to a sorting area. There’s no concern about branches or equipment falling on crew members below. With a 3,700 lbs. (1,700 kg) lifting capacity at maximum horizontal reach, 43 ft. (13 m) and 12,000 lbs. at maximum vertical reach, 48 ft. (14.6 m), the 718 can cut and move the wood in larger sizes as well, allowing faster removal. The grapple saw can even, if wanted, cut branches and feed them into a chipper in a single motion. The Sennebogen 718 R-HD has an auxiliary hydraulic piston pump, independent of the main hydraulics, to provide dedicated power to other attachments with high oil flow demand. Operators can switch out the grapple saw and run a hydraulic mower or mulcher head at maximum efficiency. For more information, visit www.sennebogen-na.com.
Current owners call the 718
“A GAME CHANGER” in the industry, achieving production rates up to 10 times greater than traditional methods, while dramatically increasing safety for operators and ground crew, according to the manufacturer.
The 718 R-HD delivers all the popular features of the 718 M, trading in the rubber tired undercarriage for crawler tracks. The track mount opens a wider range of applications and business opportunities for tree care specialists, with increased soft soil mobility and greater stability on slopes or uneven terrain.
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The LH50M Industry material handler represents efficiency and high performance. The standard Liebherr regenerative power system assures maximum handling while, at the same time, achieving lower fuel consumption. Quiet operation with the highest payload is guaranteed by the large, sturdy undercarriage. The attachment of the machine is available in a variety of versions and is thus always optimally matched to your respective application.
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