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Deadly Dangers Of Parking Structures

Conventional repairs to steel-reinforced parking garage can cost millions, but a failing structure is a potentially deadly issue - FRP composites can help lower the cost.

Leaky Underground Storage Tanks

Leaks in an underground storage tank can be environmentally dangerous and may result in costly fines and repairs, therefore it is important to be aware of the causes.

160,000 miles of track, 76,000 rail bridges and 800 tunnels...

Rail infrastructure and it's impact on the environment

Galvanic Corrosion Prevention

In the industrial industry it is important to understand galvanic corrosion and the methods of prevention to prevent costly structural or equipment damages.

Applying Carbon Fiber

Carbon fiber has been used for decades and continues to be a superior solution to structural strengthening, industrial infrastructure and residential repairs.

How to Stop Metal Corrosion

Within the industrial industry there are multiple uses of metals and a lot of instances of corrosion. Learn ways to prevent the corrosion of metals in the industrial industry.

Load Bearing Wall or Not

If you’re dealing with cracked or bowing walls it can be important to know whether it is a load bearing wall or not before doing repairs as it could lead to more damage.

Cause of Cracked Sewer Pipe Lines

Sewer pipes are made with multiple different materials of which some last longer than others while there are several other factors that can cause cracks or breaks.

California and Arizona Bridges

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction center, this year’s El Nino event is “significant and strengthening" and may be as

Water Infrastructure Crisis

Much our water infrastructure is reaching the end of its serviceable life, with some pipe and mains that are more than 100 years old.

It’s Time to Fix the US Infrastructure

It's Time to Fix the US Infrastructure

Infrastructure Repair Plays Big Role in New Budget

Infrastructure Repair Plays Big Role in New Budget | Obama's budget for fiscal year 2016 includes $478 billion for infrastructure repair efforts.

Submerged Parking Garage to be Built in Brighton

Submerged Parking Garage to be Built in Brighton | Construction has begun for a 350-space underwater parking garage at UK's Brighton Marina.

MSHA Pushes For Proximity Detection Systems

MSHA Pushes for Proximity Detection Systems | MSHA & the mining industry have worked together to design a PDS system that may prevent 20% of mining deaths.

EPA's Clean Power Plan Seeks to Reduce Power Plant Emissions

EPA's Clean Power Plan | The EPA has proposed a plan to reduce carbon emissions from power plants by helping states set and implement their own goals.

HJ3 Awarded "Best Place to Work" at 2014 Copper Cactus Awards

HJ3 Awarded "Best Place to Work" at 2014 Copper Cactus Awards | HJ3 Composite Technologies is proud to be one of Tucson's Best Places to Work!

Bay Bridge Corrosion Woes

The $6.5 billion Bay Bridge, which opened in 2013, is already exhibiting signs of rust. Prevent or repair bridge corrosion with HJ3's carbon fiber systems!

Gas Pipeline Explosions a Result of Aged Pipes

Much of America's gas pipelines are badly corroded, causing leaks and explosions too often. Don't replace them - repair them with HJ3's CarbonSeal system!

Robot Fights Bridge Corrosion

A new robot that can detect bridge corrosion at very early stages has been developed in Switzerland, and may help prevent bridge collapses everywhere.

Nacimiento Pipeline Shutdowns Limit Water Distribution to California Communities

The Nacimiento Pipeline is designed to bring millions of gallons of water to 5 communities in CA, but 3 shutdowns in 3 years have limited that distribution.

More Hurricanes Means More Destruction

Hurricane season brings record rainfall to Southwest US and destruction along Mexico's coast. Watch HJ3's carbon fiber withstand category 5 hurricane winds!

Wyoming Oil Spill a Result of Corrosion

Wyoming's recent 25,000 gallon oil spill was preventable. Regular inspection and repair with HJ3's CarbonSeal system can prevent disaster.

Strengthen Bridges to Prepare for Floods

Floods cause severe damage to bridges everywhere. The HJ3 Civil carbon fiber system allows you to strengthen bridges before disaster strikes!

Donation Boosts the VLP's Reach in 2014

HJ3 recently donated to the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) of Southern Arizona, which will allow the VLP to help 700-800 more people in 2014 over 2013