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TEAM PROJECT APPROACH RELEVANT EXPERIENCE 7HWC ENGINEERING | CITY OF SOUTH BEND: COAL LINE TRAIL (PHASE II)FIRM OVERVIEW <br />HWC knows trail projects. Our extensive past experience in this type of work <br />provides our staff a level of knowledge unmatched by the competition in <br />this area of work. Not only do we surpass other firms in general knowledge, <br />but also in the quantity of trail projects that we have been awarded. Our <br />team is well versed in soil sampling/moisture testing, soil compaction testing <br />(Dynamic Cone Penetrometer), compaction testing for aggregate (Lightweight <br />Deflectometer), concrete testing (air, slump, and yield), and diagnosing and <br />performing undercuts, etc. It takes a great level of expertise when diagnosing <br />problem areas with existing soil conditions and knowing how to correctly <br />remedy those issues. HWC will ensure the contractor is repairing all the <br />necessary areas of the subgrade in its entirety prior to placing compacted <br />aggregate and HMA for the trail. This level of accurate testing couldn’t be <br />possible without the right equipment. HWC has invested over $25,000 in new <br />field equipment purchases in the last three years to better serve our clients. <br />HWC has even purchased a drone to provide a unique perspective of projects <br />often not seen from the ground level. We have two FAA licensed remote pilots <br />on staff that will be on site periodically throughout construction operations <br />to take aerial photos of the project. This will enable South Bend to have a <br />snapshot of construction activities throughout the duration of the project. <br />PROJECT APPROACH <br />MATERIAL & TESTING EQUIPMENT <br />One of the more overlooked aspects of urban trail construction is <br />pedestrian maintenance of traffic (MOT). With the vast footprint <br />that the Coal Line Trail project will cover, it is critical that the <br />contractor and consultant work together to implement an <br />accurate and timely pedestrian detour route. HWC recognizes <br />that a design firm attempts to foresee pedestrian issues with <br />their detour routes, but that real time MOT changes may be <br />needed to further guide and protect walkers and bikers in this <br />area. Being the connection piece between two existing trails, <br />natural curiosity from those utilizing these trails will prompt them <br />to try and enter our construction zone. HWC will monitor the <br />detour route daily to ensure all signs are standing, visible, and in <br />compliance with current INDOT and MUTCD standards. <br />THE IMPORTANCE <br />OF PEDESTRIANMOTMOT