October 2021 Vol. 76 No. 10
Features
Underground Construction Technology: Registration is Open!
Make plans now to attend Underground Construction magazine’s premier business event – the Underground Construction Technology International Conference & Exhibition (UCT). Join underground utility industry professionals in Fort Worth, TX., Tuesday, Jan. 25 to Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022, and learn about the innovative technologies used for new underground infrastructure construction and rehabilitation.
Practical solutions to real-world job-site challenges using trenchless and open-cut methods will be incorporated into the benchmark education program and expansive exhibit hall.
The UCT program supports the business objectives of everyone who maintains the underground utility infrastructure. In the exhibit hall, technologies that help achieve various objectives are featured, including those to help municipalities predict failures in underground assets before a catastrophic loss occurs. If you’re in the business of fiber-optic installation, HDD equipment and related services will be on display.
Is inflow and infiltration the bane of your existence? UCT has you covered, with an I&I/Leak Detection education track, and yes, products and services will be displayed in the exhibit hall, to help you mitigate these types of losses.
We’re happy to announce that there will be another HDD Reunion and Hall of Fame induction in January! The first reunion, in Fort Worth, in 2020, was a huge success, drawing more than 400 guests. At UCT 2021, in July, Ron Halderman and Bob Westphal, posthumously, were inducted into the Hall of Fame in front of 225 HDD professionals at a special reception. We will announce the UCT 2022 inductees in a few weeks.
Tickets for the HDD Reunion can be added to your UCT registration. Sponsorships are available by contacting Jenna Rutan at jrutan@UCTonline.com.
Education and networking shouldn’t be complicated or expensive. UCT’s registration rates are more economical than other conferences, and it takes place before the primary construction season is in full swing. Attendees benefit from quality education sessions and can receive credit granted by the University of Texas at Arlington. Employers benefit because the price is kept low, allowing more employees to receive training.
No cons, just simple, easy-to-understand, affordable rates at a time of year that’s practical. Budgets are restricted. Why overpay for something when you don’t have to?
UCT was there for you this past July, when the world was reopening and we’re excited to welcome you at the usual time of the year, to exchange ideas with like-minded professionals at UCT 2022. Learn more about the program and register at UCTonline.com.
It’s time to get back to real business. We look forward to seeing you in January!
Karen E. Francis
Convention Director
Program Highlights
Engaging panel discussions, interactive presentations and case histories are just a portion of what you will experience during UCT. The program qualifies for Professional Development Hours (PDHs) and Continuing Education Units (CEUs). View the program at UCTonline.com.
Critical infrastructure topics include:
- Accreditation class for
Engineering Ethics - Asset Management
- Damage Prevention and
Leak Detection - HDD
- I&I/Leak Detection
- Microtunneling/Tunneling
- New!Power & Gas Utilities
- Sewer & Water
- Special pre-show CUIRE program
- Underground Utility Construction
- Women in Utilities
- …and more!
2022 MVP
Underground Construction magazine and the Underground Construction Technology Association (UCTA) are pleased to announce Gary N. Oradat, P. E., as the 2022 Most Valuable Professional. Join industry professionals in honoring him at the annual MVP Award Banquet on Tuesday, Jan. 25, during UCT, in Fort Worth, Texas. Tickets for the luncheon and sponsor information are available through the association. For information, please visit UCTAonline.org.
Who Should Attend?
Contractors
Sewer, water, gas utility, telecommunications, pipeline, damage prevention and safety
Municipalities
Public works officials, construction and rehabilitation personnel, senior city staff and elected officials
Consulting Engineers
Firms serving the underground and industrial markets
Pipelines/Energy
Managers, construction and maintenance personnel for transmission pipelines
Telecommunications
Owning companies, operators and construction personnel
Staying and Playing in Fort Worth
Fort Worth is a city rich in Cowboy Culture. It is conveniently located 17.5 miles from DFW International Airport. Fort Worth is an easily accessible international and domestic destination. From app-based options like Uber and Lyft, to shared-ride shuttles and car rental agencies, there are several transportation options available that will whisk you into downtown Fort Worth. And, once you’re there, Molly the Trolley will take you downtown, for free!
Molly the Trolley is a vintage-look trolley with all the modern amenities and is a quick and convenient way to travel around downtown Fort Worth. The Molly route runs from the Fort Worth Convention Center to Sundance Square 7 days a week,
10 a.m.-10 p.m. Time between trolleys is 10 to 15 minutes.
The headquarters hotel is the historic Hilton hotel, noted by the National Register of Historic Places and is recognized as the site of JFK’s last presidential address. The Hilton is located two blocks from the convention center. A limited number of rooms are available at the rate of $189, plus tax.
RehabZone: A Trenchless Experience
A UCT exclusive, the RehabZone™, is the original, hands-on, interactive educational experience, in the exhibit hall, for the sewer and water industry. This self-paced, walk-through exhibit-within-the-exhibit provides a comprehensive look at modern rehabilitation methods in a no-sell environment. Attendees can see the technology up close, however, sales literature will not be available unless you visit the sponsor’s booth in the main exhibit area.
New for 2022 is the Rehab Rodeo. If you’re wondering what that is, you’ll need to tour the RehabZone to experience it! Additional, fun activities planned include daily trivia and happy hour on Tuesday and Wednesday. RehabZone is included with your UCT registration!
RehabZone Sponsors
Below are the current RehabZone sponsors as of Sept. 15. Company names in bold type denote UCT exhibitors. Visit their booths for details on the technology displayed in the RehabZone. To sponsor, please contact committee chair, David Hill at dhill@sakcon.com.
Avanti, booth 1027
Pipe Tech Software
SAK Construction LLC
Super Products
Sunbelt Rentals, booth 922
Exhibiting At UCT
Build strategic partnerships at UCT with an exhibit booth or sponsorship. Attendees are the underground utility professionals who make the purchasing decisions or recommendations for your equipment and service.
UCT does not charge extra for booth staff registration (number of passes included is determined by the booth size). If you or your staff want to attend the main program, this too is included in the booth fee.
If your goal is to reconnect with current customers and suppliers or forge new business relationships, UCT is the place and January is the perfect time of year.
What Makes UCT Valuable?
- Quality attendees
- Business-oriented trade show
- Trenchless and open-cut technologies are represented
- Timing – UCT is early in theyear, beforethe height of the construction season!
Why Exhibit at/Sponsor UCT?
- Reach key decision makers
- Promote equipment and services
- Reinforce customer relationships
- Product/equipment introductions
- Identify supplier opportunities
Brand awareness begins with UCT promoting your participation, at no additional cost to you, through our sister publications, Underground Construction, Pipeline & Gas Journal and Pipeline News. Our promotional activities extend to the conference website, email campaigns and targeted e-newsletters.
At-show networking begins when you arrive, continues in the exhibit hall and concludes daily at one of the receptions or hosted parties. Booth space is available now. Contact Karen Francis at kfrancis@UCTonline.com for more information.
EXHIBITORS as of Sept 24 BOOTH
ACE PIPE CLEANING INC. 1202
ACOUSTICAL CONTROL, LLC 817
AEGION-INSITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES LLC-
UNDERGROUND SOLUTIONS INC. 807
AKKERMAN INC. 618
AVANTI INTERNATIONAL* 1027
BAROID INDUSTRIAL DRILLING PRODUCTS 1014
BESTOLIFE CORPORATION 619
BROWNLINE USA INC. 715
BUCKHORN PUMPS INC 625
BUZZI UNICEM USA INC 1016
CCI PIPING SYSTEMS 510A
COMPOSITE ACCESS PRODUCTS 510B
CONTECH ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS 910
CRETEX SPECIALTY PRODUCTS 717
CUES INC. 706
DANBY LLC 607
DERRICK CORPORATION 816
DSI TUNNELING LLC. 628
DUKE’S ROOT CONTROL INC. TBD
E&M SUPPLY GROUP 906
EMAGINEERED SOLUTIONS INC. 925
ENVIROCON SYSTEMS INC. 815
HARDROCK DIRECTIONAL DRILLING 911
HERRENKNECHT TUNNELLING SYSTEMS USA INC 411
HK SOLUTIONS GROUP 629
HOBAS PIPE USA 614
HOLLY PIPE CORP 520
HTS PIPE CONSULTANTS 616
IMERYS 716
INDUMAR PRODUCTS INC. 803
INLAND PIPE REHABILITATION TBD
INTERPLASTIC 624
J.T. MILLER 702
JIM COX SALES INC. 503
KAYDEN INDUSTRIES USA INC 710
LADTECH INC. 510C
LOGAN CLAY PRODUCTS INC 620
MADEWELL PRODUCTS CORP 502
MCCAIN WATERWORKS MARKETING 516
MCELROY MANUFACTURING CO. 603
MILLER PIPELINE 700
MI-TECH SERVICES INC. 724
NAPCO PIPE & FITTINGS 903
NU FLOW TECHNOLOGIES 825
NUKOTE COATING SYSTEMS LLC 515
PIONEER ONE INC. 810
ProKASRO Services USA Inc. 728
PURPLE WAVE AUCTION 1018
RADIUS HDD 917
RAVEN/VERSAFLEX 806
RELINE AMERICA LLC. 1011
ROOTX 811
SAERTEX MULTICOM LP 902
SEALING SYSTEMS INC. 501
SPECTRASHIELD LINER SYSTEMS 617
SPRAYROQ INC. 517
STANDARD CEMENT MATERIALS 916
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES 601
SUNBELT RENTALS INC.* 922
THE STRONG COMPANY INC. 907
U.S. SAWS 714
UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION 316
UNI-BELL PVC PIPE ASSOCIATION 610
UNITED RENTALS TRENCH SAFETY 602
*RehabZone sponsor
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