September 2011, Vol. 66 No. 9

Raven Lining Systems’ newest addition to the AquataPoxy family is environmentally friendly AquataPoxy SuperFlex, and as the name implies, it is a flexible coating.

For efficiently milling concrete or asphalt, the EDGE 40-inch Cold Planer features a high torque planetary gearbox for high-flow skid-steer loaders.

The Bradco Trencher line by Paladin Construction Group includes the Bradco 330, 612, 615, 615F, 625 and 640.

Bobcat Company introduces new replacement rubber track patterns for Bobcat compact track loaders, compact excavators and mini track loaders.

SmartDitch is a HDPE ditch-lining conveyance system that controls the flow of water.

The new Cat 349E hydraulic excavator features a 396 net hp Cat C13 ACERT engine that meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim emissions standards.

The AXIS guided boring system from Vermeer features a laser-guided system that provides pinpoint accuracy in the trenchless installation of 10- to 14-inch pipe for on-grade water and sewer projects.

INSERTA TEE introduces a new, easy-to-install wye fitting for tapping a lateral connection into most types and sizes of mainline pipe or structures.

The new Ditch Witch FX25 vacuum excavation system is the direct result of customer requests for a low-cost, low-maintenance vacuum system that can perform a wide range of cleanup and soft excavation tasks.

The latest product release from Steve Vick International is a toolkit designed for the garden-to-meter insertion of a new 17.5mm (0.68 inch) SDR 9.7 PE service pipe introduced by Radius Systems.

CentriPipe – centrifugally cast concrete pipe – is designed for corrosion protection and complete structural renewal of storm and sanitary sewer pipe between 36 inches and larger in diameter.

A "must have tool" for a professional branch-line reinstatement finish, the Dancutter DC-70 Flex is ideal for small pipe diameter rehabilitation.

GPR from Ditch Witch, Geophysical Survey Systems Inc. (GSSI), Underground Imaging Technologies (UIT), MALÅ Geoscience, Sensors & Software, US RADAR, <strong>Ditch Witch

Remote inspection equipement from CUES, R.S. Technical Services, Ratech Electronics, Radiodetection, RedZone Robotics, Envirosight, Pearpoint, Pipelogix, Aries Industries and RapidView IBAK. <strong>CUES</strong>

Bentonite and polymer drilling fluid systems from Baroid, Cetco, IES Drilling Supply, Kem-Tron, Wyo-Ben, INROCK, M-I SWACO and more.

Walkover and wireline locators from Digital Control Inc., Radiodetection/SPX Corp., Ditch Witch, Underground Tools Inc., Sharewell, INROCK and Horizontal Technology.

HDD rigs from American Augers, TT Technologies, Vermeer, Ditch Witch, Astec Underground and Barbco.

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Doug Chick, a trenchless industry pioneer and a founder of Insituform Technologies passed away at age 87 on May 5.

Photo caption: Jon Sowl (left), instructor at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, accepts donation of Case engine from Russ Wadzinski, general manager of Case Customer Center.

Hobas Pipe USA is offering a Hydraulic Calculator that compares flows of pipes of two different diameters. It uses the Manning’s coefficient to account for various hydraulic scenarios and works for new construction or rehabilitation. This tool is provided free of charge as a quick reference guide.

Thomas Fuller Golden, 69, passed away suddenly on Aug. 12 from complications related to cancer.

Michael DeWare Cole, 68, died July 17. DeWare was a pipeline veteran who began his career in the pipeline industry in the ‘60s working for several companies including Michael Curran Associates, Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Inc., Gulf Interstate Engineering.

In a continuing effort to improve the Whistleblower Protection Program, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it is implementing additional measures to strengthen the program and is releasing an internal report detailing a recent review of the program.

The Water Environment Research Foundation (WERF) received an unprecedented number of pre-proposals seeking funding for stormwater management research under its 2011 Unsolicited Research Program.

Moody's Investors Service, one of the world’s leading credit rating agencies, affirmed in July Atlanta, GA’s A1 rating on the city’s $3.2 billion water and wastewater revenue bonds.

The Jersey City, NJ, Municipal Utilities Authority (JCMUA) will spend more than $52 million on sewer repairs and upgrades and pay a civil penalty of $375,000 after repeated violations of the Clean Water Act, according to a settlement with the federal government.

On July 14, the Johnson County, KS, Board of Commissioners authorized construction of an underground effluent pipe between the treatment plant to a discharge point on the river.

Kane County, IL, has been awarded more than $2.27 million in federal disaster aid for five infrastructure projects aimed at alleviating chronic flooding. The federal funding is part of the Illinois “IKE” Disaster Recovery Program established in the wake of Hurricane Ike in Sept. 2008.

Meritage Midstream Services LLC is planning to build a new rich gas gathering system in Webb County, TX. Escondido Resources II LLC will serve as the system’s anchor tenant and will have firm capacity on Meritage’s existing Eagle Ford Escondido Gathering System to move its Eagle Ford volumes.

In an effort to avoid filing the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history, officials in Alabama’s Jefferson County extended until mid-September talks with creditors holding $3.14 billion in debt incurred after officials borrowed money to fix their troubled sewer system and then entered into a number of complicated and corruption-laced refinancing deals that backfired in 2007 with the mortgage lending crisis. Those schemes also resulted in the conviction of a number of local officials and businessmen.

The Plastics Pipe Institute Inc. (PPI) has added two new online software aids to assist in the design and installation of polyethylene (PE) pipe.

Common Ground Alliance (CGA) partnered with 3M and Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M Ford Fusion in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, to promote the 811 “Call Before You Dig” phone number at the Aug. 7 Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway, a race he won in 2010.

Each year, <em>Underground Construction </em>randomly chooses a lucky winner to receive a cash prize of $500, just for completing its Horizontal Directional Drilling Survey.

In June 2008, a 16-inch-diameter cast iron water main ruptured in Daytona Beach, FL. The main, one of three that service nearby barrier islands and beaches, was 61 years old.

The latest information on UCT 2012, including schedule, hotel information, educational program, certification programs, entertainment, golf, sponsorships and more.

In the early 1990s when compact horizontal directional drill (HDD) models began to appear on utility job sites, project owners often expressed amazement when a drill operator brought the drill head to the surface at or near the projected target.

Challenging underground projects attract interest -- contractors who complete difficult jobs like to talk about them and manufacturers of equipment used are quick to tout the capabilities of their products.

Manufacturers of construction equipment today are committed to “good” ergonomics, and they actively promote ergonomic features of their products in sales and advertising efforts.

Editor’s Note: This is the first of three articles focusing on the current state of manholes, manhole assessment and manhole rehabilitation. Part two will be published in the August.

It’s among the most historic, unspoiled and coveted vacation spots anywhere in North America. Located off the southern tip of Cape Cod, MA, Martha’s Vineyard is the largest true island along the East Coast of the United States.

Sharewell LP has introduced a new internal shock-absorbing tool that permits the use of an air hammer with a wireline steering tool for horizontal directional drilling projects.

This article will discuss the potential impact on adjacent utilities as a pipe is replaced using pipe bursting technology. From concept through design and construction a true understanding of the effects pipe bursting has by your entire team is essential in preventing utility damage and ensuring a successful project.

During the more than 40 years since Arvid Veidmark Jr. founded Specialized Services Company (SSC) a leading trenchless installation contractor based in Phoenix — members of the Veidmark family have celebrated many accomplishments. They now have another success story to attach to the list of firsts on the company’s well-documented resume.

RS Technik has entered a licensing agreement with Inland Pipe Rehabilitation (IPR) for its new RS BlueLine pipe rehabilitation system featuring specially formulated Dow epoxy resins for pressure pipe applications.

On Tuesday, Aug. 30, the National Transportation Safety Board issued their final report on the pipeline explosion in San Bruno, CA, that occurred on Sept. 9, 2010. A 30-inch diameter natural gas transmission pipeline owned and operated by Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) ruptured in this residential area, killing eight people.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has picked up the pro-union cudgel from Democrats in Congress. In the last session of Congress, Democrats had tried and failed to pass the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) which would have expanded union organizing rights.