A Successful DOT Reroute Project

Rocky Mountain Contractors (RMC), a subsidiary of Everus, recently completed a significant DOT reroute project in Montana. This project involved rerouting transmission and distribution lines in Bllings, as part of their broader efforts in electrical infrastructure, which includes transmission, distribution, and substation facilities. 

The rerouting of these transmission and distribution lines involved several phases, including planning, removal of old lines, installation of new lines, and final inspections. This project was essential to improve the reliability and efficiency of the power grid in the area and required careful planning and execution to minimize disruptions and ensure the safety of both workers and the public. Utilizing advanced equipment and techniques, like their rented ICE® 110 Vibratory Hammer paired with an ICE® 1050T Power Unit from International Construction Equipment, Inc. (ICE®), the experts at Rocky Mountain Contractors ensured efficient and effective project completion.  

The ICE® 110 Vibratory Hammer significantly improves efficiency in construction projects, particularly those involving the installation and extraction of poles or piles, as it provides a strong driving force, allowing for quick and secure installation of poles or piles, reducing the time and effort required. By speeding up the installation and extraction processes, the use of the ICE® 110 helped to reduce overall labor costs and keep the crew on time. 

While transmission reroutes are relatively standard, RMC faced several challenges during the DOT reroute project in Montana: The varying soil conditions required detailed analysis and customized solutions to ensure the stability of the new route. For example, 50 feet of mud required welding and driving three pieces of ¾" 7ft casing together to depth, cobble on the Yellowstone River ranged from 3 feet to 40 feet of wet, mucky cobble, necessitating casing by the irrigation ditch and roadway, and limited space made driving the best option. Fellow contractor, Wadsworth, loaned RMC their crane and crane operator, who was familiar with ICE® equipment, to assist in the process. Montana's unpredictable weather, including heavy snow and rain, also posed serious challenges to maintaining the project schedule and ensuring worker safety. 

Despite these challenges, the project was successfully completed thanks to the innovative solutions and meticulous planning by Rocky Mountain Contractors. The ICE® equipment "worked perfectly and as expected," and the ICE® Sales & Service Team received praise for their expertise and dedication Project Manager- Bill Endy. 

Completing this project brings many benefits to the community, including improved reliability and efficiency of the power grid. The community can be grateful for the enhanced infrastructure, which ensures better service reliability and safety. Rocky Mountain Contractors and International Construction Equipment, Inc. (ICE®) are proud to have contributed to this essential project, demonstrating their commitment to excellence and community service. 

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Media Contact-                   
Pollyanna Cunningham, MA, MBA                  
Vice President Marketing, Brand and Media Relations      
Vice President IT and IT Comm              
ICE® - International Construction Equipment, Inc                   
Office - 704-821-8200          Email - marketing@iceusa.com 

Posted in ICE Team, Vibratory Pile Hammers. Tagged as DOT Road Expansion, ICE 110D, ICE Power Units, ICE® 1050T PU, Infrastructure, Road Repair, TransmissionLines.

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