Trenchless Technology

07/03/2024

Join us at 2 p.m. on July 10 for Trenchless Perspectives Live: Trenchless Trends in the Gas Industry. It's a live panel discussion webinar featuring Cody Danaher, manager gas project engineering, Xcel Energy; Kevin Miller, senior advisor, Miller Pipeline and George Ragula, president, RagulaTech. Click the link for more information and to register today! https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1668558&tp_key=b64cd2f0ba

07/02/2024

A Heads up: Our office will be closed July 4-5, allowing us to enjoy a long holiday weekend with our families. We will be back at it on Monday, July 8. Have a safe and enjoyable Fourth, everyone!

07/01/2024

Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre Upcoming Webinar: An Artificial Intelligence (AI) Approach to Data Collection for Utility Surveys, Engineering Designs and Digital Twins

📅 Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 PM EDT
📝 Register Now: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1657936&tp_key=21e607babf
👥Speaker: Douglas Culbert, Chief Data Officer, Spatial Data Analytics Inc.

About the webinar:
Terrestrial and infrastructure surveying has evolved considerably over several years. Recent advancements in remote sensing technologies and automation (such as AI) enable data to be collected and processed at unprecedented scales. In addition to the time, quality, and cost benefits; the intangible benefits are often overlooked. Worker safety, jobsite analysis, traffic safety planning and future use cases are all reasons to consider the variety of technologies available to the infrastructure and utilities sector. This presentation will showcase several tools and automation technologies that infrastructure and utility owners have available for a variety of project environments. The intended outcome is to provide participants with some information to enable a more informed assessment of the surveying/data collection technology landscape to help determine the best solution for the task(s) at hand.

Who should attend this webinar?
Utilities, EPC Firms, Engineers, Asset Managers, Surveyors, Telecommunications Companies, Planners, Designers

What will the audience learn from this webinar?
They will gain insight to enable more informed decisions with selecting survey/data collection and automation technology for a variety of job environments.

Registration for the webinar is now open and is free for all attendees!

07/01/2024

We asked a several manufacturers that play key roles in the trenchless pressure pipe market for their perspective and insight into what’s working and not working as these pipes continue to get older and need specific attention. What does the future hold for them?

Thanks to HammerHead Trenchless, ISCO Industries, Azuria Water Solutions and Rädlinger primus line GmbH for participating. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/sizing-up-the-pressure-pipe-rehab-market/

06/28/2024

WANTED! The BEST HDD Drill Crews. The HDD Rodeo competition is an exciting showcase of skill, accuracy and speed, pitting drilling crew against drilling crew. Crews will take their best shot at completing a 230-ft bore and are judged on line & grade and the time it took to complete the shot. No pullback will take place. The top winners will receive a plethora of monetary and HDD-related prizes, donated from HDD companies around the industry. Only 30 drill crews can compete for the title. Make sure to register today!

Drilling Competition: https://www.hddrodeo.com/drilling-competition/
Registration: https://www.hddrodeo.com/registration/
Schedule: https://www.hddrodeo.com/schedule/

06/26/2024

SprayWall offers an advanced, reliable, and cost-effective solution for maintaining and enhancing the integrity of underground infrastructure. For infrastructure managers seeking to invest in the future of their assets learn more about SprayWall https://sprayroq.com/.

06/24/2024

Join us at 2 p.m. on June 25 for a free webinar sponsored by Vortex Companies. If you’re looking into investing in a sewer robotics system, this is a can’t miss webinar.

This hour-long educational webinar will focus on Schwalm USA's robotic solutions to improve your productivity and expand your services. Register for free today: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1674648&tp_key=46b888ee2d

Initially developed for lateral reinstatement, the Schwalm robot has become known as the Swiss army knife of sewer robots due to its multi-function capabilities. This webinar will go into detail about the rugged sewer robot’s versatility and how it has helped improve contractors’ productivity and reduce the need for specialty equipment to perform tasks that other robots cannot.

We will also take you through a series of use cases where Schwalm has helped contractors overcome incredibly difficult conditions, thanks to its ability to be adapted in the field to address unknown conditions within the pipe.

06/21/2024

Thanks to the forward-thinking decision-makers on the project team, history was made in what was once a small town on the outskirts of Phoenix.

When rehabilitating a pressure pipe with an FFRP liner is feasible, one is hard-pressed to find a more effective solution.

06/21/2024

REMINDER!! The absolute final day to nominate N. American projects for the 2024 Trenchless Technology Project of the Year awards is June 24. Don't wait! https://trenchlesstechnology.com/project-of-the-year-submission/

06/21/2024

📣 Agenda Out Now! Register for the 2024 HDD Rodeo, set to take place in Independence, Missouri, September 25-27, 2024.

📆 September 25-27, 2024
📍 Independence, Missouri
📝 Agenda & Registration: https://www.hddrodeo.com/
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.hddrodeo.com/sponsorships/
❓ FAQ: https://www.hddrodeo.com/faqs/

Register for educational sessions, field demos, exhibits, and the drilling competition itself, where drillers will compete for over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Top teams will compete for over $150,000 in cash and prizes!

🌎 World Trenchless Day Party:
Join us September 26 for a World Trenchless Day Party at Kansas City's premier live music venue Grinders KC Event Venue. Enjoy drinks, food and live music. Purchase tickets here: https://www.hddrodeo.com/registration/

Don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of the exciting expos, competition and seminars. Secure your spot today!

06/20/2024

Have you downloaded our free Special Report: Trenchless Solutions for Undergrounding? It looks at the market trends in the electric utility arena, as well as telecom, that are driving an increase in activity surrounding the conversion of aerial lines to underground. It's sponsored by Continuum Capital, Underground Devices Inc. and UtiliSource.

Trenchless Solutions for Undergrounding

06/20/2024

McElroy has a rich manufacturing history in Tulsa, which it is celebrating with the opening of the McElroy Museum. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/mcelroy-museum-celebrates-companys-history/

06/20/2024

From products to installation and design, Azuria Water Solutions's family of brands has the technology-enabled water solutions to tackle your next pipeline challenge. www.azuria.com

06/20/2024

The rehab of the Spout Run sewer in Arlington, Virginia proved that with planning, planning and more planning, what was once deemed "impossible" is possible. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/spout-run-cipp-project-proves-with-proper-planning-anything-is-achievable/

06/19/2024

Secure your seat today for the 2024 Tunneling Short Course at the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado.

📅 September 9-11, 2024
📍 University of Denver in Denver, Colorado
📝 Register Now: https://tunnelingshortcourse.com/registration/
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities:https://tunnelingshortcourse.com/pdfs/TSC-2024-Sponsor-Prospectus-Final.pdf

Celebrating its 17th year, the Breakthroughs in Tunneling Short Course is the longest running and most-attended course of its kind. Presented by leading practitioners from around the globe, the Breakthroughs in Tunneling Short Course focuses on real-world solutions for real-world problems. All aspects of tunneling will be covered including cutting-edge case studies, developing technologies and trends from around the globe.

06/19/2024

The N***T - North American Society for Trenchless Technology is accepting abstracts for its 2025 No-Dig Show in Denver. The deadline is June 30! https://nastt.org/no-dig-show/speakers/call-for-abstracts/ Prospective authors are invited to submit a 250-word abstract outlining their paper topic scope and the principal points of benefit to the trenchless industry.

06/19/2024

Join N***T - North American Society for Trenchless Technology at the Niagara Falls Power Station Reception at the 2024 No Dig North show! Attendees will have the opportunity to travel deep into the underground infrastructure of the building and experience unparalleled views of both the Canadian Horseshoe and American Falls. Tickets are limited, make sure to sign up before it sells out!

📅 September 29, 2024
📍 Niagara Falls Power Station
📝 Register Now: https://www.nodignorth.ca/registration/

06/18/2024

The lateral rehab industry is poised for continued exponential growth, driven by technological advancements, environmental concerns, and the need to maintain and upgrade aging infrastructure. Download our annual Pipe Relining Guide for free and read more about this topic. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/pipe-relining-guide/

06/18/2024

Join us at 1 p.m. Eastern on June 20 for the Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre Trench Safety Awareness Webinar - Trench Safety Stand Down Week.

Trenching is one of the most dangerous activities in construction. This webinar will provide an overview of the OH&S regulations when it comes to working with excavations and best practices and products to ensure jobsite compliance and the health and safety of the workers. Presenting will be Jarrett Patrie, regional manager for western Canada at Cooper Trench Safety.

Register for free here: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1657938&tp_key=c35aaf8e77

06/18/2024

SprayWall’s exceptional resistance to the effects of typical municipal raw sewage flows, rapid cure time, and seamless application make it ideal for underground environments prone to wear and corrosion. Learn more: https://sprayroq.com/

06/17/2024

Join us at 2 p.m. on June 25 for a free webinar sponsored by Vortex Companies. This hour-long educational webinar will focus on Schwalm USA's robotic solutions to improve your productivity and expand your services. Register for free today: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1674648&tp_key=46b888ee2d

Initially developed for lateral reinstatement, the Schwalm robot has become known as the Swiss army knife of sewer robots due to its multi-function capabilities. This webinar will go into detail about the rugged sewer robot’s versatility and how it has helped improve contractors’ productivity and reduce the need for specialty equipment to perform tasks that other robots cannot.

We will also take you through a series of use cases where Schwalm has helped contractors overcome incredibly difficult conditions, thanks to its ability to be adapted in the field to address unknown conditions within the pipe.

If you’re looking into investing in a sewer robotics system, this is a can’t miss webinar.

06/17/2024

Check out the latest issue of Small Diameter Trenchless — great articles for plumbers and pipe cleaning professionals! https://trenchlesstechnology.com/sd/

06/14/2024

Damage prevention is serious business for the utility construction industry. Through education, lobbying efforts and data tracking efforts, contractor trade groups are promoting the importance of safe digging practices. Manufacturers and software companies are updating existing technologies and developing new ones to improve damage prevention capabilities.

This latest Special Report from Trenchless Technology magazine - and sponsored by CUES Inc. and Vac-Con - delves deeper into the topic of underground infrastructure damage prevention.

Download it for free today. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/special-report-contractor-tools-to-avoid-utility-strikes/

06/14/2024

Join us at 2 p.m. on July 10 for our next Trenchless Perspectives Live webinar. We are focusing on Trenchless Trends in the Gas Industry with perspective from experts in the field. The interactive discussion is completed Q&A style, so have your questions ready for the panel. For more information and to register click this link: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1668558&tp_key=b64cd2f0ba

06/14/2024

Tuesday, June 18, is the deadline to submit nominations for the 2024 Trenchless Technology Project of the Year competition. Don't miss this opportunity to submit a project. Click the link for the nomination form: https://trenchlesstechnology.com/project-of-the-year-submission/

06/13/2024

In this episode of the Trenchless Technology Videocast, managing editor Mike Kezdi sits downs with Marv Klein, applications specialist, at Vermeer Corporation.

They discuss the versatile Vermeer D100x140 S3 Navigator horizontal directional drill. Toeing the line between utility and pipeline/large diameter projects, the D100x140 S3 supports a variety of projects around the world. They also discuss the Vermeer R250C reclaimer, which is a great option for projects/crews on the cusp of needing a reclaimer.

Watch it here: https://trenchlesstechnology.com/trenchless-technology-videocast-episode-5-vermeer

06/13/2024

Our 2024 Editorial Roundtable is here. We delved deep into the topic of System Owners and Trenchless Technology — gleaning perspectives from active system owners/municipalities about the opportunities and challenges in today’s underground infrastructure climate.

Our panel - PSEG, Town of Hull, Metro Water Recovery, Portsmouth Water and Fire District and the City of Yakima, Washington - comes from all walks of utility life — public and private and small, midsize and large in size.

The discussion offers insight into what utilities deal with on a daily basis when it comes to staffing, funding and what goes into running a utility in today’s world. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/2024-editorial-roundtable-system-owners-and-trenchless-technology/

06/12/2024

Our 2023 Trenchless Technology Canada roundtable w/system owners (, EPCOR Canada and Niagara Region) provides insight from the owners on their use of trenchless technologies and where the industry in Canada is headed. https://trenchlesstechnology.com/trenchless-technology-canadas-2024-municipal-roundtable/