Civic News Archive
Civic News Article: Dateline January 2012
Civic Launch the Traffic Signal Bubble Pole
The Traffic Signal Bubble Pole has been designed and manufactured by Civic and offers all the benefits of the standard traffic signal pole with the additional advantage of being able to carry out all cable terminations at the ground level thus eliminating the need for engineers to work at heights. The pole is manufactured from 3.2mm steel and galvanised to BS EN 1461, finished in grey or black plastic coating. Plastic coating is extremely durable and offers anti-vandal and anti-graffiti protection. The diameter of the pole is designed to fit into standard NAL retention socket and has 114mm diameter at top and bottom pre-drilled to suit standard traffic signal heads. Contact our Highways Sales dept. on +353-1-4019914 for more information.
Civic News Article: Dateline January 2012
Civic launch it's new IPB (Illuminated Pedestrian Beacon)
Civic Highways Support Services are please to be able to offer our new IPB (Illuminated Pedestrian Beacon) being launched this month. Boasting aluminium, polyethylene and polycarbonate construction ideal for all weather corrosion and vandal resistant properties. All LED illuminated column and Belisha beacon. The Belisha beacon consumes 8 watts of power and the column consumes just over 21 watts. So for a crossing with 2no. Olympiad's you will be looking at a power consumption of approximately 60 watts. 50,000 hours life expectancy.
Civic News Article: Dateline January 2012
Intertraffic Amsterdam 2012 – March 27th, 28th, 29th & 30th
Civic will be on stand number 11.104 for the week working with our Australian partners Traffic Innovations and Traffic Tech. We look forward to seeing you there and demonstrating our ITS products to you. If you would like to arrange a meeting with one of our representatives please send your details to info@civic.ie or call our office on +353-1-4019914.
Civic News Article: Dateline December 2011
Massimo Dutti Dundrum Town Centre –
Installation of new flooring
Following the recent floods in Dundrum Town Centre, the floor of Massimo Dutti was completely destroyed. During the initial flood rectification works Civic removed the flooring to enable the store continue to trade. In December Civic received the order to install a new floor throughout the store. The works were carried out over 4 night shifts and involved fitting 220 sq meters of new timber flooring, fitting and painting new skirting and painting all walls. As the works were carried out at night there was no interference to trade during the busy December period.
Civic News Article: Dateline November 2011
Luas Green Line – Dundrum Stop Flood Rectification Works
In November Civic were contracted to carry out Phase 1, 2 & 3 of the flood rectification works at Dundrum Stop following the floods of October. The following works were carried out over 3 phases:
- Liaising with ESB to ensure the site was safe to allow works be carried out.
- Relocation of various electrical supplies out of the damaged sub-station and positioning them above ground.
- Installation of a new IP55 comms cabinet below Taney Bridge to house all comms hardware.
- Installation of a new 10X2X0.75 Duct Grade comms cable from Dundrum Stop across Taney Bridge.
- Construction of a temporary housing.
- Fit-out and installation of a new Rittal comms cabinet.
- All civil works associated with the above i.e. installation of new ducting, concrete plinths and ESB customer supply pillars.
- Testing and verification of all electrical works carried out.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2011
Luas Green Line - Dundrum Sub Station Flooding
During the heavy rains of 24th October the sub station of Dundrum Stop on the Luas Green Line was flooded. As a result all Green Line trams were suspended. Civic were drafted in to assist with the repair works to ensure the Luas service was returned to full operation as quick as possible. Civic dispatched one of its two 10 tonne capacity Kroll Vacuum Tankers to begin removing the water from the sub station while a separate team of track trained technicians were sent to begin cabling works to isolate Dundrum Sub Station from the Green Line infrastructure and allow the line to re-open. All 750 volt feeders and inter-tripping cables were redirected during this day long process. When complete the line was tested and full tram service was resumed for the following morning. Team work played a major role in the success of that day. Well done to all who were on site.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2011
Dundrum Town Centre - October Floods
On Tuesday 25th October our facilities support service division dispatched a team of mobile engineers to Dundrum Town Centre responding to calls from H&M, Zara, Massimo Dutti and Ernst Jones. All four stores had experienced severe flooding which left the stores being unable to trade. Our team quickly assessed the damage and put into effect our "Store Disaster Recovery Plan". This is a plan that is routinely practiced by our operations team in Head Office to ensure our clients experience a minimum loss of trading hours should they have a major disaster within one or more of their stores. Civic dispatched personnel to deal with the store managers and liaised with insurance assessors. Once the stores had been fully electrically assessed by our electricians, the power was returned and the lights switched back on. The clean-up team then began removing all water damaged items i.e. carpets, wooden floors etc... and installing industrial strength dehumidifiers to help with the drying process. All stores were able to reopen for business the following morning. We would like to thank all of our clients for their patience and continued support during that challenging 24 hour period.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2011
Line Marking Upgrade Works - Greenogue Business Park
In October Civic Highways Support Services were contracted to upgrade the line markings around Greenogue Business Park. The works involved the painting of new Stop, Yield and Double Yellow lines at intersections and roundabouts throughout the business park.
Civic News Article: Dateline September 2011
Luas – Relocation of TVM's completed in time for Batman
With only minutes to spare Civic completed the relocation of four Luas Ticket Vending Machines (TVM’s) at Dublin’s Point Village where 'Batman Live World Arena Tour' had its opening at the O2 arena last night. The TVM’s were moved to a more suitable location to improve the management of awaiting passengers and those purchasing tickets for the Luas. The project involved civil, electrical, data and fibre optic works and were competed on time and on budget.
Civic News Article: Dateline September 2011
No Need for Speed
Civic Highways Support Services recently completed the installation of the first in a series of speeds around Greenogue Business Park, Co. Dublin. The main focus of the project is to safely manage the vehicles that use the business park on a daily basis.
Civic News Article: Dateline September 2011
SDCC - Expansion of fibre optic network – Civil & Electrical Works
In August Civic Highways Support Services were awarded the contract by South Dublin County Council to install Rittal outdoor cabinets at eight traffic signal junctions along the Firhouse Rd and Old Bawn Rd in Dublin as part of its fibre optic network expansion programme. The works involved the construction of all concrete bases, underground ducting works, installation of the cabinets and all associated electrical works.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2011
Restoration of Peter Marks flagship store
Civic Facilities Support Services have just completed the restoration of Peter Marks flagship store shop front in Grafton Street, Dublin. The job involved treating and removing all rain water residues from the buildings stone work, power washing and polishing the marble façade. All works were completed outside of trading hours and completed within budget.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2011
Postal Football Club Sponsorship
Civic Group were delighted to sponsor the Annual Golf Classic for Postal Football Club which took place on the 6th August 2011. Currently the club are playing out of Andy Moore sports and social grounds in Tallaght, Co. Dublin and have two teams playing senior football. Postal Football Club was established in 1971 and has had great success over the past years with their intermediate side being promoted in the past three years running. Civic Group wish them great success in the future.
Civic News Article: Dateline July 2011
H&M – Limerick
In July 2011 Civic Group retrofitted two existing H&M neon signs with the latest LED technology. This method of illuminating signage is not only cleaner for the environment but it also help reduce your energy costs. For more information on our range of LED signage solutions contact the guys in the office on +353-1-4019914.
Civic News Article: Dateline July 2011
Eliminator Paint takes pole position…
Eliminator paint was used to mark out the grid slots / start finish lines of the 2011 The Sucrogen Townsville 400. This V8 Supercar race is based in the town of Townsville, North Queensland and consists of 400 kms of unforgiving street racing. The Eliminator Paint was removed after the last race and the road handed back to the general public. Call us today for more details +353-1-4019914.
Civic News Article: Dateline June 2011
Radar Speed Display Signs – Limerick IT
In June 2011 Limerick Institute of Technology issued an order to Civic Highways Support Services to install a scheme of Radar Speed Display Signs around the college campus to help reduce speeding offences within the college grounds.
Civic News Article: Dateline May 2011
Over Door Heaters – Zara Henry Street
In May, Civic Facilities Support Services were requested to investigate ongoing faults with the over door warm air curtain in Zara Henry Street.
The existing stainless steel cladding was removed and all internal parts were tested. This led to the supply and installation of 48 no. 1000watt linear elements to the over door heaters. Once the unit was returned to full working order, we designed a new mirror polished cladding arrangement with custom removable grills to allow easy access for future maintenance and improved air flow.
All works were completed on time and outside of trading hours resulting in no effect on daytime trade.
Civic News Article: Dateline March 2011
Floor Sanding – Stephens Green Shopping Centre
In March, Civic Facilities Support Services carried out sanding, varnishing and polishing of the maple flooring in Stephens Green Shopping Centre, Dublin.
The work involved sanding the existing maple flooring with 3 grades of abrasion, applying 3 coats of commercial quick drying varnish and sanding and polishing the brass edging strip around the perimeter of the floor. By utilising the latest Bona products on the market there were no fumes emitted and no need for additional ventilation during the works. All works were completed on time and during out of hours resulting in no effect on daytime trade.
Civic News Article: Dateline February 2011:
500 KVA Generator Installation - LUAS Red Cow Depot
Civic complete the installation of a 500 KVA Stand-By generator in LUAS Red Cow Depot, Dublin.
This project involved the construction of a raised concrete base to locate the generator, all new electrical ducting works, manufacture and installation of a changeover panel, supply and installation of the 500 KVA CAT stand-by generator, installation and termination of all cabling, testing and commissioning.
Civic News Article: Dateline January 2011:
H&M King St , Dublin – Refresh Works
In January Civic Facilities Support Services carried out alterations to H&M's flagship store on Dublin's South King St.
The works involved relocating existing floor to ceiling displays, constructing two new walls along the front section of the store, painting and installing new displays rails. All works were completed on time and during out of hours resulting in no effect on daytime trade.
Civic News Article: Dateline December 2010:
Pedestrian Crossing Installation
Civic Highways Support Services brave Irelands worst winter weather for 20 years to complete the installation of two new pedestrian crossings in Lucan Village.
Civic News Article: Dateline November 2010:
Manufacturing of the Pedestrian Switch Pad
Civic begins manufacturing of the Pedestrian Switch Pad PDF at its Dublin base. The Pedestrian Switch Pad (PSP) was invented by Mr. Jim Morris from Traffic Tech in Australia. Over the past 5 years both companies have built strong working relationship. Civic manage the distribution of the Pedestrian Switch Pad and all of Traffic Tech's products throughout Ireland.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2010:
Civic complete H&M Store window makeover
In October Civic Facilities Services completed the makeover of H&M store windows. The works were carefully planned alongside the H&M Visual Team and were completed within one week.
Civic News Article: Dateline September 2010:
Civic Highways Support Services awarded contract to fit out new roadside cabinets
With the ever expanding traffic infrastructure of South Dublin County Council, in September Civic Highways Support Services were awarded the contract to fit out new roadside cabinets to facilitate a network of fibre optic cable communications. The contract involved providing power into each cabinet and fitting out all cabinets with rack mounted shelving to accommodate the fibre optic equipment.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2010:
Civic Highways Supports Services carry out enabling civil works for Alstom Transport Ireland
In August, Civic Highways Supports Services were contracted by Alstom Transport Ireland to carry out the enabling civil works to facilitate a section of rail to be replaced at Charlemount Stop on Dublin 's tram line. The works involved taking possession of the line from the operators and removing the concrete rail shoulder along the section of rail being replaced. All excavation was carried out by portable air powered tools as there was no access for machine powered diggers. The track was handed back to the operator 12 hours later and full passenger service was resumed.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2010:
Civic awarded Celtic Stores Contract
Civic Facilities Support Services are awarded the maintenance contract for Celtic Stores throughout the island of Ireland. The contract includes Planned Preventative Maintenance visits (PPM's) throughout the Celtic Stores for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fabric, signage and air conditioning including 24 hours reactive maintenance managed from our 24 hour Help Desk in Dublin.
Civic News Article: Dateline June 2010:
Civic Achieve Altius Assured Vender Status
Civic Electrical Services Ltd. has been awarded the Altius Assured Vendor for Risk Management and Commercial Viability. The process has taken several months to complete and will allow The Civic Group to grow a stronger client base both in Ireland and the UK. Please feel free to download a copy of our Risk Management & Commercial Viability Certificates for your files.
Commercial Management Certificate
Civic News Article: Dateline May 2010:
Civic complete main sewer cleaning under tram lines at Beresford Place, Dublin.
In May 2010, Civic Group were contracted to carry out a full inspection of the main sewer culvert under the Luas tram lines at Beresford Place, Dublin City. The job involved two divisions from Civic Group, Civic Highways Support Services provided the civil engineering works and Civic Drainbusters gave their expertise in drain cleaning and surveying.
After civil works were completed a full CCTV survey of the main culvert was carried out by our CCTV survey team. Once the problems were established the sewer was cleaned using a water recycler jet-vac tanker. All works on the tram line were completed during engineering hours with no disruption to the Luas service.
Civic News Article: Dateline March 2010:
Intertraffic 2010
March 2010 witnessed the return of Intertraffic, Amsterdam. Civic Group shared a stand with our long time partners Traffic Tech Pty Ltd and also seen the beginning of a new partnership with Traffic Innovations Pty Ltd. Traffic Innovations is an Australian based company that develops Innovative Technology Solutions for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The show seen the launch of their i-Stud Vehicle Detector and i-Stud Wireless Train Detector both of which have been designed and developed from the ground up by the guys at Traffic Innovations
At the core of the iStud Wired product range are sensors and in road warning lights that can be connected to a 2 wire common cable for receiving power and data. The iStud Vehicle Detector uses Innovative Technology to replace the traditional inductive loop.
A magnetic sensor is used to detect vehicle presence, speed and classification. This data is transmitted back in real time to a Line Interface Card (LIC) that can be used to activate a traffic light controller or forwarded on to a monitoring centre for traffic analysis. The advantage of an iStud Vehicle detector system over any other detector or loop system is the additional data that is collected, reduced installation costs and significantly reduced damage to the pavement. The iStud Wireless Rail Level Crossing System is a low cost, low power, fail safe, remotely monitored, wireless solution that includes, an intelligent track side rail stud, wireless warning system (solar powered), vehicle detector and In Road Warning Lights. The detector uses trackside mounted sensors to detect the presence of trains and has a minimum operational life of 10 years.
The iStud Wireless Train detector simplifies installation of trackside train detectors by eliminating cabling and trenching, significantly reducing installation and maintenance costs. Unique to the iStud warning system is an advanced warning to the train driver that the level crossing has been activated or a vehicle has not cleared the level crossing.
Information on all of the above is available on the Highways Support Services section of our website.
The show was a great success and has generated a lot of interest in both our existing and new product range. We would like to thank all of you who took the time to visit our stand and look forward to doing business with you in the future.
Limerick Institute of Technology
Installation of 8 no. Zebra Crossings around College Campus
In January 2010 The Civic Group received the order to install 8 no. LED Zebra Crossings around the college campus with forward facing flashing amber aspects.
Civic Highways Support Services supplied and installed 17 no. 5 meter poles, 17 no. Aluminium Gallery and Globes, 17 no, LED Lamps and 20 no. Forward Facing Flashing LED Amber Aspects. LED’s were used throughout the project to reduce the CO2 Footprint of the college.
Civic News Article: Dateline November 2009:
Installation of a scheme of D-Loops and Bus Loops
Client: South Dublin County Council
Civic Highways Support Services successfully completed the installation of a scheme of D-Loops and Bus Loops along the Greenhills Road in South Dublin County Council. All works were carried out between 10:00 and 16:00 under traffic management conditions.
The duration of the project was 5 days. Civic Highways Support Services designed and implemented the traffic management plans
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2009:
Intertraffic 2010 Exhibition
Civic Highways Support Services will be exhibiting at Intertraffic 2010. Intertraffic was established in 1972 and has since evolved into easily the most important and largest platform for transportation infrastructure, traffic management, safety and parking sectors. The 20th edition of Intertraffic will take place in Amsterdam RAI the Netherlands 23, 24, 25 and 26 March 2010.
We will be co-exhibiting with Traffic Tech, our Australian Partners, displaying our range Road Technology Solutions. We look forward to seeing you there....
Civic News Article: Dateline September 2009:
Firhouse Road West – Traffic Signal Junction – Loop Detection Upgrade
Client: South Dublin County Council
Civic Highways Support Services have carried out the installation of 12 Vehicle Detection Loops @ Firhouse Road West as part of the traffic signal junction upgrade works.
All loops were installed during normal hours under Chapter 8 Traffic Management. Civic Highways Support Services were contracted to design and install all Traffic Management Plans for the duration of the works.
Civic News Article: Dateline July 2009:
H&M – Mary St – Installation of Window Display Ceiling Grills
Client: H&M Ireland
In July Civic Facilities Support Services were contracted to design, build and install a new window display system to aid the H&M visual team with window dressing. The new grills are constructed from mild steel and powdered coated in silver. The installation was carried out over two days with no disruption to the store.
Civic News Article: Dateline May 2009:
Track Shoulder Repairs & Installation of Traffic Management along the Luas Line
Civic Highways Support Services carried out repairs to the Track Shoulder along Harcourt St. The works involved lifting the existing granite slabs and reseating on new bedding, excavating old concrete and pouring new and installing traffic management along new track shoulder to prevent future damage from cars, buses and HGV's. All works were carried out during normal business hours under Traffic Management Chapter 8 conditions with no interruption to Luas Service.
Civic News Article: April 2009:
Champion Sports – Jervis Shopping Centre: Installation of a new lighting in shop front window
Civic Facilities Support Services completed the installation of a new Retail Lighting Design Package within the main shop front window of Champion Sports, Jervis Shopping Centre. The new lighting layout has enhanced the visual displays within the window; generating increased footfall during the day time and highlighting the stores presence at night time. All works were completed out of hours having no effect to the day trading of the store.
For more information on our Retail Lighting Design Packages or if you would like our design team to call to your store and carry out a lighting survey free of charge please contact us on +353-1-4019914 or drop us a line at info@civic.ie
Civic News Article: April 2009:
Civic Group launch their new Call Management System – Civic Task Entry Portal
Civic Group have spent the last couple of months extensively developing and testing and are now delighted to announce the launch of their new call management system – the Civic Task Entry Portal (CTEP).
All of our operatives now utilise palm held mobile PDA devices that capture genuine, real-time information on attendance and completion of tasks and updates our call management system. The CTEP thus allows us to immediately follow up on observations and recommendations. This process improves the quality and efficiency of the services we deliver and demonstrates our commitment to delivering our clients the latest technology and techniques allowing them to achieve their best potential.
Jobs are logged and managed centrally on our bespoke Task Entry System, providing exceptional visibility within our business and on activities being conducted on site. This visibility will soon be available to our clients via web-based customer portals which will allow them to track the status of their logged jobs.
Civic News Article: Dateline December 2008 –
Luas - Installation of Additional Ticket Vending Machines
Civic Highway Support Services have just completed the installation of 6 new Ticket Vending Machines (TVM’s) along the Red and Green Line of the Luas on behalf of Alstom Transport Ireland.
The works involved excavating paved footpaths and platforms, relocating seats and signs, installing new ducting systems, constructing concrete plinths, installing TVM Metal Base Frames, Cabling and Testing. All works were completed without the need to close Luas Platforms.
The additional TVM’s will help with the high volume of passengers purchasing Luas Tickets at AM & PM peak times. A further 2 additional machines are planned for Stephen’s Green Stop in the New Year. This work will involve relocating and extending the existing Tram Shelter in addition to all the associated civil and electrical works.
Civic News Article:Dateline October 2008
H&M Hennes & Mauritz - 3 Year Facilities Maintenance Contract Award
Civic Facilities Services have built up a strong relationship with H&M Hennes & Mauritz over the past 12 months and are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Facility Maintenance contract for H&M. The contract will involve providing 24Hr / 365 reactive services for Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Signage, and Fabric & Drainage to all H&M stores within The Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland over a 3 Year period from 2009 to 2012.
Included within the contract are PPM Visits, Emergency Light Testing, Portable Appliance Testing, Fixed Wire Testing and Fire Extinguisher Servicing. We look forwarded to continuing our relationship alongside H&M and assisting them with the future expansion and development of their stores.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2008:
Civic Facilities Support Services awarded Maintenance Contract for Hughes & Hughes Booksellers
Civic Facilities Support Services have been awarded the Maintenance Contract for Hughes & Hughes Booksellers. The contract will take in planned and reactive maintenance across all trades to their 18 stores offering a 24 hr 365 day service. We look forward building a long term relationship with the staff and management of Hughes & Hughes
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2008:
Installation of Tee-Shirt Printing Rooms for Champion Sports
Civic Facilities Support Services have just completed the installation of 2 new Tee-Shirt Printing Rooms within Champion Sports Liffey Valley & Champion Sports Jervis Shopping Centre. All works were carried out during normal trading hours with no interruption to either members of the public or staff. We believe this will be a great success
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2008:
Intertraffic Amsterdam 2008
Traffic Tech has expanded its presence into Europe with the launch of the NEW Tactile Switch Pad (TSP) at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2008. Over 1,000 people visited the stand and most were impressed and interested in the new method of pedestrian detection.
The new Switch Pads are available in a number of configurations and surface finishes and have the ability to detect various traffic types, from detecting the presents of a pedestrian waiting at a Pedestrian-crossing through to being able to detect the direction that a bicycle is travelling on a priority bicycle lane. The cost of a switch pad, including the Nortech controller, (providing directional detection) will be far less than that of a traditional Infra Red or Video detectors.
Accor SA in France has, until now, been the only European distributor of Traffic Tech's products and has been using the EzyLoops Systems pre-formed Surface-mounted vehicle detection loops in car-park installations since 2004 with great success. The new switch pads will provide car park customers with a non-invasive and cost effective alternative to the installation of (2 saw-cut loops + duel channel detector) for directional counting and boom-gate operations. Sales of the Tactile Switch Pads in Europe are set to multiply with distribution agreements ready to be signed in Holland , Spain and Germany.
Civic Group (Ireland) and Lochwynd (UK and Dubai) were co-exhibitors at Intertraffic and have now come on line with the manufacture of the EzyLoops Systems, Sub-surface loops and are also the exclusive distributors of the Pedestrian, Bicycle and Vehicle switch pads.
Sales of EzyLoops systems, Sub-surface loops and of the new switch pads is set to far exceed sales forecasts in the first year in the UK and Ireland . Trial installations of the loops are already planned and both companies are working together to obtain "type approval" for EzyLoops.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2008:
Inspections of Traffic Signal Junctions
Civic Highway Support Services have been requested by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council to carry out Inspections of Traffic Signal Junctions in their area prior to taking them onto their network.
The work will involve a full snag list of the junction including all traffic signals, signal poles, signal controller, push buttons, ducts and manholes. On completion of site work a full report is to be drafted and issued.
Civic News Article: Dateline August 2008:
Installation of Tram Detection Loops
Civic Highway Support Services to have completed the installation of Tram Detection Loops along the new section of tramway at the Red Cow Roundabout.
This work was carried out on behalf of Alstom Transport Ireland. All loops were installed on time with no distribution to the ongoing track laying works.
Civic News Article: Dateline October 2007:
Inspections of Traffic Signal Junctions
Civic Highway Support Services have been requested by South Dublin County Council to carry out Inspections of Traffic Signal Junctions in their area prior to taking them onto their network.
The work will involve a full snag list of the junction including all traffic signals, signal poles, signal controller, push buttons, ducts and manholes. On completion of site work a full report is to be drafted and issued.
