Washouts: Who needs ‘em?
Florida is known for its unpredictable storms. Outdoor activities, like construction, can contribute to pollutants getting in to our conveyance system
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Turbidity: A dirty word
When you first hear about letting dirt run into the waterways as a bad thing, you may think, “but what about actual pollution? Things like garbage,
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Slope Stabilization
Slope Stabilization Even slight slopes on a construction site can quickly get out of control if they are not protected from erosion. The force of wat
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Street Sweeping: What happens on site, stays on site
One of the first rules of stormwater management and erosion control is to keep sediment on site. This may seem like an impossible task, for some. Both
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Strain that Drain!
There are many ways that a construction site can ensure that sediment does not reach our waterways. One of the most obvious that you can immediately s
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Only Rain Down the Drain
Have you heard the saying “Only Rain Down the Drain”? So how do you protect storm drains from sediment and other debris running down during active
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Protecting Florida’s Wetlands During Construction
The Florida peninsula is not only surrounded by water but also covered in wetlands, vital ecosystems for fish and wildlife. It is imperative to keep t
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KCI in the News!
KCI made the College Park Community Paper for February! KCI had the opportunity to present to Mrs. Braga's 4th grade class at Orlando Junior Ac
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Contractors, did you know…
...if you are building on a piece of land in Florida that disturbs over one acre you must obtain a NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Sys
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Giving Back
KCI is committed to being a positive partner in the community. We value the support we receive from our clients, vendors and employees, and KCI
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