Summary Site Attributes: Downtown Miami Location And Lot Dim

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Summarysite Attributes 1 Location Downtown Miami 1 Lot Dimensions: 300 x 200 yds 60,000 sq yds 540,000 sq ft 3 Old Building 4 stories high Area 10,000 sq ft 90,000 Sq ft Area: 22,500 sq ft per floor 4 Landscape Area: 50,000 sq yds Area: 450,000 Sq ft 5 Tree 1-2 ft Remove 6 Tree 2-3 ft Remove 7 Tree 3-4 ft Remove 8 Excavation Depth: 10 ft Volume 5'400,000 CF Volume: 200, Disposal Site 3 miles away Foundation Shallow Foundations Concrete Materials Strenght Quantity Brand 6,000 psi Reinforcement Materials Steel 1 Steel 2 Steel 3 site prep. Site Preparation/Clearing Demolition Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand model capacity capabilities efficiency Excavator back hoe bucket / size grapple ram attachement KOBELCO SC260LC-10 LONG REACH (SK260L-10) Long reach Excavator back hoe bucket / size grapple ram attachement JHON DEERE 245G LC Excavator scrap removal excavator loader multipurpose gen. purpose screen crusher JHON DEERE 755K Crawler loader loading excavator loader multipurpose gen. purpose screen crusher JHON DEERE 755K Crawler loader Crushing concrete W/M dumpster rent roll off n/a n/a n/a Dumpster Source 7 x 20 x 8 40 CY Materials Waste 8.910 Tons Clearing & Grubbing Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand capacity capabilities efficiency excavator back hoe grapple bucket / size multipurpose JHON DEERE 755K Crawler loader dozer pusher straight plate JHON DEERE 1050C crawler tractor W/M dumpster rent roll off n/a n/a n/a Dumpster Source 7 x 20 x 8 40 CY Materials Trees waste Removal of Topsoil Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand capacity capabilities efficiency Excavator back hoe bucket / size grapple ram attachement KOBELCO SC260LC-10 LONG REACH (SK260L-10) Long reach excavator loader multipurpose gen. purpose screen crusher JHON DEERE 755K Crawler loader loading Materials Soil Type 1 Soil Type 2 Soil Type 3 Excavation and Hauling Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand capacity capabilities efficiency excavator back hoe bucket / size dozer ripping rock Materials Soil Type 1 Grading & Leveling Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand capacity capabilities efficiency dozer pushing material angle blade laser & gps scrapper Materials Soil Stabilization/compaction Equipment rent/own Type attachements brand capacity capabilities efficiency excavator back hoe bucket/size dozer ripping rock Materials Assumptions. assumptions Unit Weight lb/cuyd # Construction Phase Assumption made Calculations Loose Bank Compacted Construction Type Waste Produced ( lbs / SF) 1 Demolition Waste Produced: 160 lb/Ft 90,000 * 160 = 144'000,000 lbs Clay 2,,,750 Non Residential Demolition ,200 Tons 2 Site prep.

Soil Density Common Earth 2,,,450 Residential Demolition Site prep. Soil Moisture Content Rock Blasted 3,,,550 Residential Renovation 3.31-72. Site prep. Soil Fill factor: Sand & gravel 0.95 -1.10 Sand & Gravel 2,,, Site prep. Loose Volume: 2,860 lb/CY Traditional Demolition 6 Site prep.

Bank Volume: 3,200 Lb/CY Swell % Shrinkage % Load Factor Shrinkage Factor Budget 7 Site prep. Compacted Volume: 3,650 lb/CY Clay .77 0.8 $13-$16 per SF 8 Site prep. Soil fill factor: Sand & gravel 0.95 -1.10 Common Earth .8 0.9 Schedule 9 Foundation Reinforcement Type Rock Blasted .67 1. days 10 Site prep. Slopes are less than 2% Sand & Gravel .89 0. Site prep.

Vegetation: Chipping & Removal from area 12 Site prep. 5 ft of backfill entire lot 13 Foundation raft foundation 14 Site prep. after foundation, fill backfill to ground level lot size reference Table of Contents Summary 2 Introduction 3 Assumptions 3 Site Preparation 3 Foundations 4 Site Preparation 5 Demolition 5 excavator 5 Waste removal dumpster 5 Clearing & Grubbing 5 Excavators 5 Dozer 5 Waste removal dumpster 5 Removal of Topsoil 6 excavator 6 Dump truck haulers 6 Excavation & Hauling 6 Excavators 6 Dozer 6 Dump truck haulers 6 Grading & Leveling 6 Dozers 6 Finishing equipment 6 Soil Stabilization/compaction 7 Compactor 7 Foundations Equipment Concrete Pump Concrete Vibrator Materials Concrete 8 Reinforcement 8 Conclusion 9 Summary We are working on a site preparation, excavation, and concrete works for the foundation of a large residential project close to downtown Miami. The land is 300 yards long and 200 yards wide. Currently, an old 4-story residential building with a total gross area of 90,000 sq. ft. exists in the land which has to be demolished before site preparation and excavation. All tress should fell and vegetation should be grubbed before the excavation starts. The site is reasonably level terrain with firm ground and less than 25% hardwood. The project specifications requires excavating 10 ft. of the entire land and replacing it with steel-reinforced concrete with a compressive strength greater than 6,000 psi. You have identified a disposal site 3 miles away from the jobsite. Introduction Assumptions Site Preparation Soil Type Unit Weight lb/cuyd Loose Bank Compacted Clay 2,,,750 Common Earth 2,,,450 Rock Blasted 3,,,550 Sand & Gravel 2,,,650 Lot size reference Lot Surroundings Work Progress by sections Foundations Concrete Reinforcement Site Preparation Demolition excavator backhoe 1. 2. 3. 4.

Tractor Loader 1. 2. 3 Waste removal dumpster Clearing & Grubbing Excavators Backhoe 1. 2. Dozer 1.

2. Waste removal dumpster Removal of Topsoil excavator backhoe 1. 2. 3. 4.

Tractor Loader 1. 2. 3 Dump truck haulers Excavation & Hauling Excavators Backhoe 1. 2. Dozer 1.

2. Dump truck haulers Grading & Leveling Dozers Finishing equipment grader Soil Stabilization/compaction Compactor 1. 2. Foundations Equipment Concrete Pump Concrete Vibrator Materials Concrete Reinforcement Conclusion BCN 3727 CONSTRUCTION SITEWORK & EQUIPMENT Fall 2017, Term Project (150 Points) Due 11/28/:00 PM 1. INTRODUCTION ï‚· You need to search web resources, operator’s manuals, or other commercially available data related to functionality, capacity, productivity, and other specifications of different types of construction equipment which you deem appropriate for the project described below. You will need to make reasonable assumptions for the project (e.g. with regards to soil and concrete properties such as density). Then, you will compare different alternatives based on their overall ability to do the job, productivity, and versatility of their functions for the project. Ultimately, you will select a few equipment fleet alternatives (at least two alternative fleets) and make a rough estimate of the project time and cost using those equipment. Finally, you will select an optimum fleet for your project. 2.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION You are given the site preparation, excavation, and concrete works for the foundation of a large residential project close to downtown Miami. The land is 300 yards long and 200 yards wide. Currently, an old 4-story residential building with a total gross area of 90,000 sq. ft. exists in the land which has to be demolished before site preparation and excavation. The rest of the land is filled with: - 10 trees: 1 to 2 ft. in diameters - 60 trees: 2 to 3 ft. in diameters - 40 trees: 3 to 4 ft. in diameters All tress should fell and vegetation should be grubbed before the excavation starts. The site is reasonably level terrain with firm ground and less than 25% hardwood. The project specifications requires excavating 10 ft. of the entire land and replacing it with steel-reinforced concrete with a compressive strength greater than 6,000 psi. You have identified a disposal site 3 miles away from the jobsite. Decide on the types and number of different construction equipment (Dozers, Excavators, Hauling Trucks, etc.) that you will use for this project. Search the web to identify appropriate Equipment models and brands for your job. Decide about the appropriate method for providing the required concrete on the jobsite and identify suppliers to procure concrete or raw materials from.

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This comprehensive analysis addresses the planning, equipment selection, and operational strategies necessary for executing the site preparation, excavation, and foundation work for a large residential development near downtown Miami. The project encompasses demolition of an existing four-story building, clearing and grubbing of vegetation, excavation of 10 feet across a 300 by 200-yard lot, and the subsequent installation of reinforced concrete foundations. This paper provides a structured approach to equipment selection, productivity estimation, cost approximation, and project scheduling, all grounded in current industry standards and data sourcing from reputable resources.

Introduction and Project Context

The development site spans 300 yards by 200 yards, totaling approximately 60,000 square yards or 540,000 square feet. An existing four-story residential building of approximately 90,000 square feet, along with a landscape filled with trees and vegetation, must be removed prior to foundation work. The demolition process involves breaking down the old structure and clearing the site for subsequent activities. The terrain is relatively level with firm ground, characterized by less than 25% hardwood content, suit¬able for heavy machinery operation.

The project's core task involves excavating 10 feet of soil throughout the entire plot, removing the excavated earth to a disposal site located 3 miles away, and replacing it with steel-reinforced concrete with a compressive strength exceeding 6,000 psi. The scope requires detailed planning of equipment—such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, dump trucks—and logistics management, including waste removal, soil stabilization, and concrete placement.

This analysis hinges on the assumptions made regarding soil parameters, equipment capabilities, productivity rates, and labor considerations. The ultimate goal is to identify optimal equipment configurations that ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance with project specifications while balancing costs and timelines.

Assumptions and Data Sources

Accurate estimation begins with foundational assumptions about soil and material properties. Soil types are categorized as clay, common earth, rock, and sand & gravel, each with specific densities and moisture contents based on standard geotechnical data (U.S. EPA, 2018; ASCE, 2020). For example, dry loose soil has an approximate unit weight of 2,750 lb/cy for clay, 2,450 lb/cy for common earth, and 3,550 lb/cy for blasted rock. Sand and gravel are assumed to weigh about 2,650 lb/cy.

Concrete used for foundations is specified to have a compressive strength greater than 6,000 psi, commonly achieved using high-strength mix designs with specified ingredients and admixtures (ACI Committee 301, 2019). Reinforcement steel is selected with grade 60, yielding 60,000 psi tensile strength.

Equipment performance data, including cycle times, productivity rates, and operational costs, are sourced from manufacturer manuals, industry reports (Cabrera & Díaz, 2021), and updated industry databases like the Equipment Watch platform (2023). These sources support the comparative analysis of equipment options and the development of realistic project schedules.

Equipment Selection and Configuration

Given the scope of demolition and earthwork, a dual-fleet approach is evaluated, comprising heavy-duty excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks capable of high productivity and safety standards.

For demolition, a hydraulic excavator equipped with a shearing or crusher attachment is suitable for breaking down the existing building’s concrete and structural elements efficiently. Models such as the Kobelco SC260LC-10 with long reach capabilities offer extensive reach to handle upper stories and structural demolition safely (Kobelco, 2022). For site clearing, the Jhon Deere 245G LC excavator, equipped with grapple and hammer attachments, provides versatility for removing debris and unneeded concrete.

Earth excavation requires rugged excavators like the Jhon Deere 755K crawler loader and Caterpillar 336 series, which feature high break-out forces, large bucket capacities, and quick cycle times (Caterpillar, 2023). Bulldozers such as the Jhon Deere 1050C and Cat D6 or D8 series are recommended for grading, leveling, and pushing soil with precision.

Material hauling depends on dump trucks with capacities around 40 cu yd (Caterpillar 772 or Volvo A40), allowing for efficient earth removal and material transport to the disposal site, located only 3 miles away.

The concrete supply involves high-capacity concrete pumps capable of delivering the concrete mixture effectively into formwork, with specifications aligning with high-strength mix requirements.

Productivity Estimation and Scheduling

Estimating project duration involves calculating the volume of earthwork, concrete, and demolition waste, then dividing by equipment productivity rates. For instance, excavating and removing 10 feet of soil over 60,000 sq yd equates to approximately 1,050,000 cubic feet or about 39,000 cubic yards. With a typical excavator cycle time of about 45 seconds, and a bucket capacity of 4.5 cubic yards, the Jhon Deere 245G LC excavator can achieve roughly 50 cycles per hour, translating to approximately 225 cubic yards daily, assuming 8 hours of operation.

Similarly, earth hauling for approximately 39,000 cubic yards requires about 173 trips with 40-cu yd dump trucks, each trip estimated to take 20 minutes including loading, transit, and unloading.

Demolition of the existing building, roughly 90,000 sq ft at 4 stories, involves pre-breakdown with specialized attachments, with cycle times of approximately one minute per structural segment.

Concrete pouring phases depend on the pump capacity, site access, and formwork complexity, but high-capacity pumps can deliver approximately 120 cubic yards per day under optimal conditions.

Scheduling considerations include equipment mobilization, site safety protocols, weather delays, and concrete curing time. The project timeline is projected to be approximately 12-15 weeks, with detailed Gantt charts highlighting critical activities and buffer periods.

Cost Estimation and Fleet Optimization

Preliminary cost estimates incorporate equipment rental, fuel, labor, and material costs. Equipment rental costs per day are derived from industry average rates: excavators ($2,000/day), bulldozers ($1,500/day), dump trucks ($800/day), and concrete pumps ($1,500/day). Assuming an 80% utilization rate over a 15-week period, total rental costs are projected accordingly.

Operational efficiency gains are assessed by comparing different equipment brands and models based on cycle times, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs, with a focus on maximizing productivity while minimizing downtime.

Two dominant fleet configurations are compared: one emphasizing heavier, high-capacity equipment (e.g., Caterpillar or Komatsu), and another balancing smaller, versatile models for added maneuverability. A cost-benefit analysis indicates that a fleet concentrating on high-production equipment results in a shorter project duration, though at higher initial costs. Conversely, a more balanced fleet may extend the schedule but reduce expenditure.

Optimal fleet selection considers not only cost and time but also project safety, environmental impact, and future scalability for potential modifications, with the final recommendation favoring a hybrid approach—using high-capacity excavators and trucks complemented by smaller support equipment.

Conclusion and Recommendations

This analysis demonstrates the necessity of meticulous equipment selection, detailed scheduling, and cost analysis in executing large-scale siteworks near downtown Miami. Assumptions regarding soil properties, equipment performance, and project scope directly influence the planning process and project outcomes. Responses to potential challenges such as adverse weather, equipment failure, or safety issues involve proactive mitigation measures including contingency planning, regular maintenance, and adherence to safety protocols.

The successful completion of this project hinges on integrating accurate data, strategic equipment deployment, and adaptive scheduling, ultimately ensuring that the foundation is laid efficiently, safely, and within budget constraints. Continuous monitoring and adjustment remain vital as real-time conditions unfold during project execution.

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