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Product line includes: Robots, Cameras, Packers, Accessories. Typical footprint — making it an ideal fit for meet EPA Tier 4 standards and a redesigned cowling applications: Camera Inspection, SewerShow Rehabilitation, Laterals, Point Me Repairs, The Money large commercial or confined urban allowing better access to the engine for mainte- Lateral Reinstatement. jobsites. nance. Other features include hydraulic outriggers for machine stability and level- Post Great-Recession, City Budgets Are Increasing But Not Nearly Enough ing, an ergonomic operator platform and remote engine stop/start capabilities. www.vermeer.com For more information, contact Schwalm USA. www.Mcelroy.com/fusion 1-864-414-9658 In 2015, more than half of the detailed look at the current spend- nologies, trends, industry issues responded strongly as well. Small [email protected] municipalities across the United ing plans for America’s cities along and working relationships with cities from throughout the country States got a rare taste of what has with insights and perspectives on have their fair share of under- HOBAS BIT BROKERS VACUWORX consulting engineers and contrac- become an exotic, opiate-like sub- industry topics and technology. tors. e survey results came from ground infrastructure challenges. Hobas CCFRPM Pipe The VersaReam is a patent pending bi-directional, stanceVacuworx – andhas built they its liked reputation it. So by much provid - expandable/interchangeable blade PDC reamer ing contractors safe and efficient solutions all 50 states and were weighted for Among the small towns responding Centrifugally cast, fiberglass-reinforced, polymer mortar by Bit Brokers International. The VersaReam is sofor inmaterial fact, thathandling they in arethe field.clamoring Driven by a Spending levels regional population density and were Grandview, IN, population Hobas pipe is inherently corrosion resistant and is suitable changing the drilling industry as we know it. It forself-contained more in 2016. engine or hydraulically powered city sizes to develop a nationwide 860; Poy Sippi, WI, population 970; for new construction and rehab of critical installations provides more Versatility to the drilling industry by the host machine, Vacuworx Vacuum LiftingRe ecting the renewed availability including storm and sanitary sewers, corrosive environ- at ‘opiate’ was simply in- of funds at local levels, municipal benchmark that would allow for Burnside, KY, 1,250; Shinnston, by allowing drillers to change the size of their creasedSystems are funding engineered levels. to handleAs the up U.S. to 44,000 ments and potable water. Hobas manufactures pressure reamer by simply changing the blades. The lb depending on the model. authorities report spending plans extrapolated projections. WV, 1,500; and Olathe, CO, 1,800. and gravity pipe in diameters from 18 to 126 inches with VersaReam drills three to five times faster than economy stabilized and actually leak-free push-together joints that speed installation and I in 2016 for sewer/water/storm Responding cities represented e survey showed that in- the traditional roller cone reamers in the right grew – albeit at a slow pace – many reduce costs. It is ideal for a variety of installation methods sewer piping systems of $10.7 all parts of America, from coastal creased funding was cited by 77.4 formations. city governments gained enough including sliplining, open cut, jacking, microtunneling, billion in new construction and communities to mountain tour- percent of respondents as the two-pass tunnel, casing carrier and above ground. con dence to open the co ers $8.2 billion for rehabilitation, an ism locations to the plains of the number one need of their depart- and nally increase infrastructure www.hobaspipe.com Midwest and the forests of the ments. In fact, municipal manag- funding in 2015 for something increase of 4.2 percent over actual Southeast. While large cities were ers as a whole across the country other than roads, bridges and 2015 spending. TRENCOR LANEY DIRECTIONAL DRILLING CO. QUANTA included in the statistics such as would ideally like to see an annual airports, or emergency and stop- Conducted in October and No- The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Direct Pipe® Q-Inlinegap repair is a fullmeasures service In-line for sewer/ Inspection comvember- of 2015, the survey polled Los Angeles, San Diego, Miami, increase in their budgets of 37 is proud to introduce the newly pany which currently provides Deformation and Laney is one of a few North American companies water/storm water. e result was U.S. municipalities about their San Antonio, St. Louis, Denver, percent just to meet current needs. acquired Trencor product line. MFL Inspection Services for diameter sizes from Washington DC, New York and Said this respondent from the Trencor’s line of mechanically- experienced with Direct Pipe® trenchless technol- 6infrastructure through 32 inch. spending The MFL tools at levels have Triaxial 2016 infrastructure funding plans ® driven track trenchers is now be- ogy. Direct Pipe is a single pass process that uses a Sensorsbeyond and initial can beexpectations combined with that Deforma - along with perspectives on tech- Honolulu, mid-sized communities Northwest, “We’d love to have our steerable tunnel boring machine-cutting head. The ing manufactured at the American tioncontinued Tools and throughout an IMU to provide 2015 a and full combo Augers facility in West Salem, technology tunnels and pushes the pipe into place tool inspection. In addition, Q- Inline can provide turnkey services for pipeline Ohio. The Trencor products will at the same time, filling the void as it progresses. cleaning, waste disposal, temporaryshould launchers/receivers, continue in full 2016. in-house tethered continue to be the industry-leading trenchers and surface miners consumers have This technology greatly reduces the likelihood of services, crane truck, sub centimeter GPSMunicipal survey and employees, tracking. Q-Inline having is capable Construction/Rehab Spending come to rely upon for over 60 years. Look for Trencor’s exciting new look and hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns and is of customizing its analysis as well asbeen provide fed enhanced a steady analysis diet of reporting, budget dent and ideal for crossing under levees and environmentally SEWER WATER STORM WATER enthusiasm in 2014. We’re back at Full Torque and Better Than Ever! bend strain analysis and run to run comparisons.cuts or holding Q- Inline the line is capable since of2009, reviewing sensitive areas. difficult to inspect features by using pipe samples at its pull test/flow loop facility in Visit our new website at www. Trencor.com embraced the opportunity to take www.LaneyDrilling.com La Grange, Texas. www.q-inline.com 12 on long-delayed new construction 1.8 and major rehabilitation work. DITCH WITCH PIPELINE INSPECTION COMPANY Now,MICHELS they want – and expect – 11 Ditch Witch® FXT65 Vacuum Excavator A brochure is now available in print and on their Michelsmore. Pipe Services uses cured-in-place pipe 1.5 Locating and potholing utility workers will find website from Pipeline Inspection Company, detailing lining systems to rehabilitate water mains. The 10 1.3 their workhorse with the new Ditch Witch® FXT65 the new features and operating data of the Models methodFunding meets NSF/ANSI soared to 61 thestandards top of for the drinking vacuum excavator. The model optimizes airflow 780, 785 and 790 Spy® portable holiday detectors. waterconcerns and adds impacting 50 years of municipali- design life to under- 4.1 for the highest performance output, offering 1,215 New product features include a topside handle and a groundties in infrastructure. 2016. For thoseIn general, cities CIPP whom prevents 9 898 million cfm – 20 percent more than previous models. Turbocharged with a 74-hp (55-kW) more comfortable ergonomic rear handle for easier costlysaw breaks, budget reduces increases treatment last year,of wastewater, they 1.1 817 3.8 diesel engine, the truck-mounted excavator is designed to handle sizeable cleanup maneuvering. The models also feature an integral and minimizes future repairs and maintenance. million jobs, larger excavations and potholing. To meet the needs of virtually any job site, Jeepmeeter with a digital readout and a visible It costsvery 20much to 40 appreciated percent less thanhaving open the trench 8 1.0 3.6 this versatile machine is equipped with excellent water excavation capabilities, and positive ground indicator light that gives the operator replacement,increase funds and causes but after much a less year surface of 1.1 3.2 a high-powered air excavation system is also offered on the FXT65 Air model. the “go ahead” to begin Jeeping. disruption.more aggressive Michels Pipe construction Services is a licensed and 7 2.2 installer of NordiTube lining system. 780 1.0 2.78 800-654-6481 Pipeline Inspection Company, 1919 Antoine, rehab, it made them realize just 2.1 www.ditchwitch.com Houston, TX. 77055 Ph: 713-681-5837 www.michels.ushow much further their systems BILLIONS million 6 Fx: 713-681-4838, www.picltd.com had eroded since 2009. “We were 1.9 behind the eight-ball with our sys- 1.7 5.5 ROOTX HAMMERHEAD SUBSITE 5 1.65 tems before the recession when 5.0 5.0 RootX is leading the way and changing the MOLETRAC™ from HammerHead is the first Subsite® ourElectronics, budgets a Charles were frozen,” Machine observedWorks Company, 4.7 4.8 Root Control game again! proven and reliable front locating system for introducesthis the publicnew TSR works mobile director software from to download 4 4.3 4.3 4.3 HammerHead Mole piercing tools. Coupled horizontal directional drilling (HDD) bore information RootX is introducing the new FDU 300 Appli- with the dependable BI Impact Beacon and from Subsitethe TK Midwest. HDD guidance “When systems we started directly to mobile 3.58 3.8 cator – Engineered to apply RootX in a simple 250R Receiver from Ditch Witch Electronics, telephonesto or engineer tablets. TSR some mobile work software earlier allows in drillers 3 and effective manner so that you can do root the system allows tracking of position, depth to generatethe an year as-built [2015], report we as soondidn’t as knowthe pilot bore control in-house with your own crew, on your and direction of travel up to 10-ft deep. is completed.where TSR to mobile begin. software It made is included us realize with the own schedule and not wait for a contractor. purchase of a TK system, and it may be downloaded at no2 Contact RootX today to find out how you can The MOLETRAC system is available on several cost fromjust the Subsitehow much website further at: behind we use the FDU 300 at no cost! The Right Solu- models from 2.50” to 5.50” and is available only from your authorized Hammer- were.” www.subsite.com/support/software-updates 1 tion, Right Now! Head Trenchless Equipment dealer. ese results and comments www.rootx.com www.hammerheadtrenchless.com were generated from the 19th An- 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 nual Underground Construction Municipal Sewer and Water Survey. Rehabilitation New e exclusive survey presents a Construction
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Houston Ship to-day challenges presented by the unknowns on this project were safely and e ciently overcome. Channel Crossing Taming the ground conditions by Greg Goral, design engineer, Michels Directional Crossings; and by adapting appropriate drill- , assistant operations manager, Michels Directional Crossings Donald Mueller ing parameters for the constantly Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities changing conditions was para-
EDITOR’S LOG including a trek across the 2.6-mile www.michels.us Fred Hartman Bridge. e bridge Precision & Underground Construction (UC) Magazine Partners’ Battleground OilLead Special- Pipetook Spurs eight years Panic to build; MichelsMode Columns ®& Issue Content ty Terminal Company (BOSTCO) successfully pulled the 2.4-mile- Perseverance METHOD DIRECT PIPE diameter, as the pipeline spanned in LaPorte. Flint, MI, Newark,long NJ, string Goodsprings, of pipe into place in less UC NV, Greentown, IN,than Jackson, three days. MS – an unimaginable length beneath Combines advantages of HDD the current public knee-jerk e comprehensive reaction planning that would provide two streams • e 50-mile-long Houston Ship the banks of the ship channel from Most practical solution and microtunneling to excavate to possible lead poisoningand preparation has spread for thisVeteran monstrous water contractors of funding, which would have Channel is regarded as a modern LaPorte to Baytown, TX. Building the pipeline by trench- borehole and install prefabricated Troy Construction was hired faster than a zombieproject plague tookacross much longer – about been impossible to foresee at the pipe in one step marvel of civil engineering. So is less construction under the Hous- are smiling a “I told you start of the year. e plan would by Phillips 66 to provide the nec- the country. But like twoall types years of as design and permit- the 2.6-mile-long cable-stayed Fred ton Ship Channel proved to be the provide $100 million for Drinking Highly effective in a broad range of essary support to Michels’By Robert HDD Carpenter , Editor-in-Chief public hysteria stirredting up by were today’s of primary importance. • Underground Construction (UC) magazine, print edition, is Hartman Bridge that spans it. most feasible and timely method • ground conditions so” at what the public Water State Revolving Funds • Feature Stories – in-depth, full-feature overstimulation from uneducatedMichels strives to provide safe, In February, another construc- operations. Its crews prepared two as attempting to install the pipe- media sources, there’s muche cient more and dependable HDD (SRFs) accessible by any state with tion project joined those esteemed work-site footprints to accommo- line by conventional means would Ideal for installations ranging from to the story than simply constructionthat we’re servicesis justbut when now coming to a drinking water emergency; and • ranks of major achievements in date a drill rig on each side of the have entailed Fdisrupting one of the 36 inches to 60 inches in diameter all being poisoned by corrodedattempting lead something that has provide $70 million in funding to modern day construction – and canal so that intricate pilot-hole United States’ busiest seaports. realize – that there is still the flagship media platform of the UC brand intersect operations could be suc- pipe. e problem is muchnever more before been done, crews have back secured loans made under the record books – when Michels Each year it provides passage to articles on the latest industry developments complex than ripping out thecome old to expect the unexpected and the new Water Infrastructure Directional Crossings, a division cessfully performed. is operation more than 8,300 ships carrying lead pipe and putting in newthe pipe. outcome cana betremendous anything but amount of Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA). tof Michels Corporation, one of required each drill rig to simulta- more than 2 million containers and HEAVY CIVIL predictable. With exceptional proj- at sum would support secured the world’s leading horizontal di- neously drill toward one another is the main conduitAs always, for ocean-go- the skittish public needs clarity. Yes, sadly thereects like this one,lead nothing pipe in is use left toaround loans of up to $4.2 billion. But the rectional drilling (HDD) contrac- from both land-based locations un- ing vessels between Houston-area SEWER AND WATER remains a lot of lead pipe stillchance. in House and Senate appropriations MATERIALS tors, completed HDD reaming and til the pilot holes could intersect at terminals and the Gulf of Mexico and the newest technical innovations use around the country. Yes, in Careful planning,the country. deployment of committees would have to make record-setting pullback installa- a predetermined location near the for domestic and international DEEP FOUNDATIONS • Other UC brand platforms include: magazine digital edition, some instances there may be anthe most sophisticated equipment, funding available. at is not a TRANSPORTATION tion of an 18-inch steel pipeline for middle of the crossing. Troy also destinations. e channel also tools and mobilization of highly- certainty, and the timeline is vague OIL AND GAS Phillips 66 under the Houston Ship assisted in supporting the HDD serves animmediate ever-increasing public volume health danger. quali edWhen professionals Flint switched guarantees water sources at best. RENEWABLE ENERGY Channel. operations by providing product of inlandHowever, barge tra all real c, and and even perceived a lead contamination does not necessarilythat the– besttwice attempt – it e canectively be made ushed the When fundsCOMMUNICATIONS are available to relevant to the underground utility Although Michels has completed line string-out, testing, coating, minor disruption could certainly RAILWAY WORK for a projectsystem, of cleaningthis magnitude. the pipes It and longer, smaller-diameter crossings, welding, pullback pipe handling impactcome pro fromts on pipe.the water. Further, even if launch an aggressive lead pipe website, buyer’s guide, eNews, social media, events, is onlyreleasing through corrodedthe crew’s material years of from POWER DELIVERY the combination of size, length, and coordination responsibili- Phillipsyour 66water chose supply the comesdesigned from lead removal and replacement campaign, experiencepipe sidewalls and dedication and uncovering along lead. location, swelling soils and conges- ties on the Phillips 66 project. A corridorpipe, across it doesn’t the ship necessarily chan- mean you the scope of such a quest is hard to withUntil critical the coordination pipe was disturbed, and as- the tion of existing pipelines, severely 15-member Michels team managed nel becauseare being it contaminated.was the most direct de ne as well. Older city records sistancelead leaching from Phillips was nominal. 66 and WhileTroy 2015 Underground Construction infrastructure construction and rehabilitation reducing the right-of-way, made all aspects of the HDD crossing route toVeteran connect water the contractorstwo terminals. are tend to be anything but accurate Constructionthat’s nowhere that near the acceptablemany day- in custom advertising (incl. product showcase, capabilities this crossing one of the more dif- installation. By smilingcomparison, an “I told traveling you so” by at motor what the or complete. In the 1990s, I was in the long-term, it was this disturbing cult and technically challenging e technically challenging HDD vehiclepublic between is just now the coming two points to realize re- a Nameless City covering a major Undergroundof the pipe Construction that caused the deadly 2015 crossings ever undertaken in the project brings the pipeline from a quires– that a therepassage is still of about a tremendous 11 miles, telecom project through a historic healthThunder issues Creek’s in the reachshort intoterm. the heavy construction trenchless industry. e 12,459- greenspace north of Scott Bay in amount of lead pipe in use around district. e contractor was primarily industry I don’tand oil mean and gas to markets.imply that we foot HDD project (approximately Baytown to Kinder Morgan Energy the country. But without a funded 8/10/2016 12:27:44using PM directional drilling to install ignore theWorman potential steps lead into pipe his timenew role at Thunder guide, webinar, whitepaper, eMail, sponsored content, and 2.4 miles) established yet another lead pipe replacement program in conduit. ey took all the prudent bomb. But common sense dictates world record by Michels for its place as a priority, there was nothing Creek after spending more than 25 yearsprecautions with to make sure they those contractors could do about the you don’tIowa kick Mold a sleeping, Tooling, ferocious where he servedavoided most recently other pipes. But it didn’t ucononline.com Volvosituation. Construction Water utilities, without dog unlessas you’ve business got development the dog catcher manager take and longproduct before they did hit an Equipmentthe motivation and nances, did not with you. manager e industry for commercial has to follow vehicles. unidenti ed lead water pipe – still magazine supplements) LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS take action. ere has been very little prudent replacement“There arepractices. few people If who understandactive – that field city records showed Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) • Editor’s Log – UC editor Robert Carpenter leadership on the issue from state or it is determined that lead pipe is in announced the appointment of maintenance and repair operations,was abandoned and the years earlier. e UC September CC.indd 48 national agencies. existence within a system, then a Alan Berger as senior vice president equipment and tooling that goes“abandoned” into it, more pipe than was also supposed Of course, with modern social carefully engineered solution should of technology at Volvo CE. Berger [Worman],” said Luke Van Wyk,to be general located manager a block at away. City and digital media outlets, publicity be developed and implemented by a BUSINESS steps into his new role after holding Thunder Creek Equipment.workers hastily traced the lead pipe has roared to life. Water utilities are contractor familiar with replacement and rerouted water services, but one offers his award-winning perspective a variety of senior engineering, “It’s an exciting time to be a part of an upstart now busy dodging bullets of outrage of lead pipe. technology and management couldn’t help but wonder just how • Underground Construction (UC) is a monthly magazine, from their constituents when it is Replacing the leadsolutions pipe providerstill such as Thunder Creek, and I much lead pipe might actually still roles within Volvo and outside the in use across the U.S.look presents forward toa identifying new ways to help each Avanti AnnouncesAvanti New International Midwest introduced Regional Jacob Manager Swanson as discovered that there are still active be in use. company. solvable logistical problem.of these industries e further streamline their field its new Midwest Regional Manager, earlier this year. lead pipesBerger’s in a community new role waterincludes Old, decaying lead pipe can system. perhaps insurmountableservice obstacle operations,” Worman said. (866) 535-7667, on issues/events impacting all aspects Swanson comes into his new role with more than 10 responsibility for leading the present serious health concerns years of injection grouting experience. But do lead pipes present a is identifying and accessingthundercreek.com. the available in both print and digital versions development and delivery of Volvo and should be replaced. e public Swanson is an expert injection specialist of acrylics, clear and present danger? e billions of dollars in funding CE’s global technology strategy motivation is now present. e real polyurethane and cementitious grouts, with past actionable level de ned by the EPA necessary to execute this massive from Volvo CE’s global headquarters Allu North Americaquestion is will our national, state responsibilities as a crew chief, project manager and is 15 parts per billion. e ultimate undertaking. e good news is in Brussels, Belgium. He succeeds Allu North Americaand local announces governments the addition have of the Matt of the underground utility infrastructure that Congress is trying to react liaison for engineers and owners. goal is to eliminate all possible lead wherewithal to craft – and fund – “Avanti is very proud to have the expertise of Jacob sources from Anderspotable Larsson water who– zero recently quickly stepped and positively to the issue.Orr as a territory manager for the company, where into the role of president of Volvo CE he will be responsiblecomprehensive for the replacement Midwest region plans. of Swanson on the team,” said Britt N. Babcock, Avanti’s parts per billion. e reality is Recently, Sen. James Inhofe, R-Okla., that the old lead Investmentpipes in Flint China, were and headchairman of the of the Environmentthe U.S. • UC is focused exclusively on the underground utility vice president of sales. Lingong Integration Office.and Public Works Committee, Orr joins Allu with nine years of experience in Avanti is the only full-service provider and producer coated with decades ofBerger deposits joined Volvo CE in 2007 as construction and rehabilitation industry Jacob Swanson of various minerals and materials. announced an agreement with equipment sales with Komatsu, and will take on 4 ucononline.comToro part of the Ingersoll RandSen. acquisition, Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., the responsibility of developing Allu’s distribution of high-quality chemical and cement grouts in the U.S. Since the company’s and he most recently served as network in his respective territory, generating sales Toro’s 2016 Contractor Supply infrastructure construction and rehabilitation industry, beginnings in 1978, Avanti’s product line has grown to a comprehensive line vice president of the company’s and expanding the company’s customer base. Program allows contractor supply Underground Construction May 2016 of cementitious, acrylic, acrylate, hydrophobic, foam and gel grouts. product platforms organization. Allu offers a complete line of technologically UC May 16 FINAL.indd 4 houses to update their equipment 281-956-3111, www.avantigrout.com. EQUIPMENTHe holds a bachelor of science advanced screening, crushing and soil stabilizing selection with the latest products degree in electrical engineering, GASequipment & WATER and attachments LEAK for DETECTION the asphalt, • Newsline – multiple news briefs offer a and reap immediate savings with computer engineering and applied Heath Consultants compost, environmental, recycling, green waste, including water, sewer, gas, electric and telecom, addressing purchases. Select Toro concrete, mathematics,SPOT as well as a master’s LIGHT 8/10/2016 12:19:30 PM Heath’s intrinsically demolition, mining and pipeline industries. 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Contech identify key players and develop relationships the industry on smarter ways to progressive y 201 consultedNew with engineers Ditch Witchat the HD Backreamers Enhances DurabilityLATEST INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS Underground Construction product/service suppliers develop the infrastructure to get innovative Port Authority of New York & New All Ditch Witch HD the natural gas and liquids from trenchless Jersey who specifi ed a stormwater the state’s Marcellus Shale wells 8/10/2016 12:34:31 PM detentionbackreamers system made are from now to market. technology 197 linear feet of DuroMaxx Steel Compact Fluted HD practices for equipped with standard API Backreamers: Liberty Park Reinforced Polyethylene (SRPE) Minnesota the benefi t of • UC also invests in active participation in numerous threads to fit any industry SimilarMinnesota to the Kodiak Public Utilities HD design, the Compact Fluted HD backreamer reduces that will provide approximately will have a friction and the possibility of jamming by forcing fluidthe outpublic the andswivel plate. The • Business Cards – business card 2,500 cubic feet of stormwater Commission approved plans for capacity of drill under 100,000 pounds. improved heavy-duty casting design provides smooth pushbackengineering and maximum storage. DuroMaxx achieves a level the Sandpiper pipeline project. 750 people durability. Integrated swivel with a clevis or tab optioncommunity. reduce theHe possibility Theof watertight new models joint performance in the Ditch that The proposed project was said to and will sit of bindingincrease by placing the amount the produce of oil fl owingcloser to the reamermentors and eliminate students the need industry trade associations, including: Witchsets it lineup apart from include conventional the pipe for multiple connections between the drill and reamer.
25 feet above across Minnesota by 225,000 and practicing products. Contech also consulted advertisements for contractors, and Beavertail HD, Warthog HD, Rangingbarrels in diameter per day. from Liberty Street with the contractor, Oliveira 4 1/2 to 26-inches, the Compact Fluted HD backreamers areengineers, available and in 2 overlooking KodiakContracting HD and Inc. Compact to construct a 3/4-in, 3 1/4-inch,New, full4 1/4-inch range andof 4 3/4-inch shaft sizes.fosters a dynamic the National Flutedcustom HD backreamers. hold-down system to external/internal evolution of the ASHER Introduces September prevent the tanks from fl oating coatings for pipelines industry. equipment/product/service suppliers www.ditchwitch.comwhile being backfi lled with cellular TSE Cable Scrapper 11 Memorial Axalta Coating Systems, a leading ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers concrete. ASHER’s newest innovation – & Museum. global manufacturer of liquid and “This was not a typical the TSE Cable Scrapper – The park Kodiak HD Backreamers: powder coatings, has formed a To reduce frictiondetention and system. the possibility The watertight strategic relationship with Hempel features new technology to cut will feature down on job time completion a 20-foot of jams whilerequirements drilling, the andKodiak the holdHD backreamer (USA) Inc. The relationship will enables cuttingsdown and system fluid requiredto flow specialover the product and out enable the formulation/availability and to enhance longevity. high “livingthe bore hole consideration,”by providing optional said Tom drilling Slabe, fluid from the rearof a coating system that boasts • Calender Theof product willEvents pull, cut and - a complete of ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers load cable in one continuous wall” andof the tool. president of Contech’s Treatment external coatings with signifi cant operation, saving not only St. NicholasThe Kodiak HD backreamers are available in 2 3/4-inch, 3 1/4-inch,corrosion 4 protection1/4- and Segment. “Everyone at Contech is time, but the need for extra Church,inch and 4 3/4-inchproud shaft our sizes products ranging are inbeing diameter used from eight tointernal 36 inches. coatings All sizes with advanced fl ow e ciency for natural gas and set-up is quick with deep penetration and endless pulling angles.equipment. destroyedfeature in an integratedto rebuild swivel such with an a clevisimportant or tab site.” option, which places the product closer to the reamer and reduces the chance of binding. A new clevis design eliminates thetransmission need for pipes multiple in the connections North key seminars,The new Cable Scrapper conferences,is exhibitions the September Construction of the park is The groundbreaking product is available for purchase with remote radio controls for the bed AWWA American Water Works Association between the clevis and product. American oil and gas pipeline winch, allowing for easy digital recording of torque and speed. Additionally,equipped with enhanced a 24,000 hydraulic pound 11 attacks, will expected to be completed in early market. capacity boom take-up winch, 201 Underground Construction circuitry improvements are available for longevity and reduction of heat and wear. The bed beWarthog rebuilt in HD Backreamers:2017. winch operation features an improved style of steel cable, which is interwoven and eliminates theDesigned park. to require less torque and reduce drag when back Underground Construction 201 clogs and cross-overlay problems.and other business meetings related to reaming, the Warthog HD model improves production and flow Asher stock units are available for sale or for rent throughout the U.S. 855-885-2295, CEPA Canadian Energy Pipeline Association efficiency around the cutters and reamer body. Similar to the www.alasher.com Beavertail design, the Warthog HD backreamers also feature 8/10/2016 1:08:05 PM ucononline.com hardened steel Allen head nozzles and utilize the same box design for flexibility to set up the ideal configuration for specific job needs Little Beaverthe underground utility infrastructure using 3 1/4-inch shafts and above. Little Beaver’s horizontal boring kits provide For compact drill rigs, the Warthog HD backreamers have a 2 contractors with an easy, horizontal-drilling CGA 811 Common Ground Alliance UC August.indd 8 3/4-inch shaft available in diameters from 10 to 36 inches. This size includes a pull tab integrated into the shaft, providing a com solution for installing conduit, pipe and irriga mon industry connection point for swivels and saving in reamer tion systems underconstruction driveways, parking lots and and rehabilitation industry sidewalks. Operators use the kits with Little weight and length. For larger equipment, the Warthog HD back - reamers are available with 3 1/4-inch, 4 1/4-inch and 4 3/4-inch Beaver’s earth drills to cut clean horizontal shafts ranging in diameters from 10 to 36 inches, including the - holes in minutes, instead of digging by hand Beavertail HD Backreamers: or tearing up concrete. The sidewalk auger kit CGA Canadian Gas Association box design. For improved fluid flow, the Beavertail HD backreamers are - drills three-inch-wide holes as long as five feet. equipped with replaceable, hardened steel Allen head nozzles. A flow- And the water drilling kit cuts holes as wide through shaft and rugged cutting design give this backreamer efficient as four inches to distances of 50-feet and uses fluid mixing capability, requiring far less horsepower for rotation • Equipment Spotlight – highlights a a standard garden hose to flush out cuttings. in a variety of soil conditions. These also use a box design on the www.littlebeaver.com. DCA Distribution Contractors Association trailing side of the reamer for step reaming, direct connect swivels or threaded tabs to fit each contractor’s needs using 3 1/4-inch shafts and above. Step reaming reduces the number of passes needed to attain an accurate hole size, saving time and money on the job. Doosanparticular Portable Power piece of equipment critical to The Beavertail HD backreamers are available in two versions, Doosan Portable Power has accommodating small and large drill rigs. The small version expanded its line of portable FTTH Fiber To The Home Council light towers with the introduc includes a 2 3/4-inch shaft available in eight tion of two small-body model the underground- utility infrastructure diameter sizes from six to 20 inches, and a pull light towers — the LSV6 and tab integrated directly in the shaft. For larger LSV8. Both LSV light towers are 74 ucononline.com equipment, reamers are available with 3 1/4- standard-equipped with a verti inch, 4 1/4-inch and 4 3/4-inch shafts ranging in cal mast that manually extends INGAA Interstate Natural Gas Association of America - diameter up to 40 inches, including the box design. A hydraulic actuated tower is availableto as25 an feet, upgradeconstruction 6 inches option with on four and rehabilitation industry UC Nov2015 CC.indd 74 both LSV models. The voltage in both1,000-watt light towers metal allows halide operators lamps. to utilize the receptacle power function to simultaneously power tools or heaters while providing optimal illumination for oil and gas exploration, construction sites, emergency and disaster relief, Underground Construction November 2015 MEA Midwest Energy Association as well as drilling applications. EPA releases assessment of potential impactswww.doosan from portable hydraulic power.com. fracturing on water Dallas-Fort Worth The Environmental Protection • New Products – the latest equipment, WATERWORKS Agency (EPA) released a draft November 2015 Underground Construction $2.3B water project assessment on June 4 on the municipal separate storm sewer potential impacts of hydraulic 8/10/2016 1:04:40 PM NACE National Association of Corrosion Engineers EPA and US Army finalizethe therule is groundedClean inWater law and Rule systems (MS4s) and encourages a priority fracturing activities on drinking the latest science and is shaped by the use of green infrastructure water resources in the United products, services and technologies A nearly $2.3 billion pipeline project On May 27, the U.S. Environmental to protect water quality. Existing public input from more than 400 that would deliver water from East States. The assessment, done at the Protection Agency (EPA) and the jurisdictional determinations and stakeholder meetings and more Texas to Dallas-Fort Worth made the request of Congress, shows that U.S. Army finalized the Clean Water permits will be valid until they than one million public comments. priority funding list for one of the while hydraulic fracturing activities Rule, which will be effective 60 expire. NAPCA National Association of Pipe Coating Applicators days after publication in the Federal EPA and the Army also maintain that first loans from a $2 billion fund for in the U.S. are carried out in a way By promoting more consistent the rule creates no new permitting water projects approved by Texas that have not led to widespread, Register. According to EPA and the and effective implementation requirements for agriculture and voters in 2013, reported The Dallas systemic impacts on drinking water Army, the rule ensures that waters of Clean Water Act regulatory protected under the Clean Water maintains all previous exemptions Morning News. resources, there are potential and exclusions, including dredged programs, the rule sets the stage Voters approved the project amid vulnerabilities in the water lifecycle Act are more precisely defined for permit streamlining during and predictably determined, or fill requirements. concerns over how rapidly growing that could impact drinking water. Vulnerabilities to drinking water resources include:Special Sections NARUC National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners implementation. making permitting less costly, In general, the Clean Water Rule cities are going to meet future easier, and faster for businesses maintains the current status of water needs. and industry. They also state that Dallas Water Utilities seeks a water withdrawals program here. CMW was using pipe bursting TECHNOLOGY$140 million loan and the Tarrant REHAB in areas with low water and internal crews of 11 to 12 people to burst More specifically, EPA and the Army say the Clean Water Rule: County Regional Water District availability and replace up to 30,000 feet of water main per NASPD National Association of Pipe Distributors $300 million for their proposed year. is was signi cant considering how hard pipeline project from the state we have worked on our current dig and replace- Defines and protects tributaries that affect the health of downstream waters water board’s revolving bank. State ment program• to achieveWater 8,000 feet per year.” Works Supplement – five (5) times The rule says that a tributary must show physical features of flowing water – a bed, bank and ordinary high water planners announced that the water mark – to warrant protection. 150-mile Integrated Pipeline Project Model pipe bursting program ranks in the top 20 for its first round AWWA publishes 2015 State of the Water Industry Report: Infra- NASSCO National Association of Sewer Service Companies e Consolidated Mutual Water Company, Lake- Provides certainty in how far safeguards extend to nearby waters of funding. structure still tops list of concerns wood, CO, was established in 1926. Since that Customers in both districts time, the number of waterper taps has increased year (Jan., Mar., May., Jul., Oct.), special The rule protects waters that are next to rivers and lakes and their tributaries. For the first time, the rule sets Even as prolonged drought grips California, the Thestate city of Monroe, would contribute about $820 from 136 to over 20,000. e utility maintains a physical and measurable boundaries on covering nearby waters. of water and wastewater infrastructure and howNC, to uses a yellowmine million to the project, which is network of pipeline totaling over 400 miles. finance capital improvements continue to top therestrained list pipe system expected to be completed by 2035. for the temporary water Faced with aging infrastructure, similar to of concerns facing water professionals throughout NASTT North American Society For Trenchless Technology Protects prairie potholes as well as... Construction began last year on main bypass on its the city of Monroe, Consolidated Mutual Wa- Carolina and Delmarva bays, pocosins, western vernal pools in California, and Texas coastal prairie wetlands the pipeline, which would transport North America, according to the American Waterpipe Works bursting projects. section focused on water works ter began a rehab and replacement program a when they affect downstream waters. water from Lake Palestine, Cedar Association’s 2015 State of the Water Industry ReportThis allows. the city to little over ve years ago to start replacing water Creek Reservoir and Richland Available free for download on AWWA’s website,maintain water service to customers throughout mains that were reaching the end of their natu- Focuses on streams, not ditches Chambers to Tarrant Regional and the report was published as an estimated 12,000 ral service life. e utility chose trenchless pipe water professionals convene in Anaheim, CA, Junethe entire project. The rule limits protection to ditches that are constructed out of streams or function like streams and can carry Dallas customers. bursting for its infrastructure improvement NEGA Northeast Gas Association Supporters say the project is 7-10 for AWWA’s Annual Conference and Exposition. pollution downstream. Ditches not constructed in streams, and that flow only when it rains, are not covered. program. needed to supply the booming It captures the perspectives of more than 1,700 water Since 2010, CMW has developed an impres- • Rehab Technology – in each Dallas-Fort Worth area. But the professionals. sive pipe bursting program, bursting, replac- Significantly limits the use of case-specific analysis pipeline has also drawn the ire of Long-term water supply availability and ing and upsizing almost 100,000 linear feet of understanding the value of water systems and resources Creates clarity and certainty on protected waters and limiting the number of similarly situated water features. some of the 900 owners whose 4-, 6- and 8-inch cast iron water main to fus- land is along the project’s path, also are included as top-five issues in the report. ible PVC with a Grundoburst 800G static pipe NUCA National Utility Contractors Association The report notes that the issues of water scarcity issue, special section focused according to news reports. bursting system from trenchless equipment Only protects the types of waters that have historically been covered under the Clean Water Act. The Texas Water Development and infrastructure financing converge for many utilities. manufacturer TT Technologies, Aurora, IL. e DevelopingBoard has put on the Apriority listBursting Forty-three percent Planof utility respondents reported pipe bursting program is a model of e ciency Does not regulate most ditches, groundwater, shallow subsurface flows, or tile drains. It does not make changes to current that their total water sales are declining, while 29 policies on irrigation, water transfers, or erosion in a field. Advice From Anotherabout $4.4 Successful billion in water projects Program Leads To Water and is able to achieve high levels of production, expected to be financed over the percent reported their total water sales were flat or which made them a good case study for the city on technologies used for NWGA Northwest Gas Association Main Replacementnext decade.Project Being named on little changed in the last decade. With nearly three of Monroe. Wyoming state engineer rejects water pipeline the prioritymain list in isthe an ground invitation if you for were TT Technologies helped with the develop- e city of Monroe, NC, is locatedthose projectsreplacing to 8,000submit feet a formal per year, each ment of CMW’s pipe bursting program, in addi- applications approximately 25 miles southeastapplication. pipe would have to last 200 years. tion to now assisting Monroe with its program. A spokesman at’s not said feasible. the board e isgap analysis TT Technologies Pipe Bursting Specialist Brian An entrepreneur’s dream to tap Wyoming’s Flaming Gorge Reservoir of the state’s largest city, Charlotte. rehabilitation of underground showed that we were not invest- Hunter said, “ e Consolidated Mutual Water PHMSA Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Association to help feed Colorado’s booming Front Range water needs has hit yet Currently, the city of 34,000 peopleexpected to begin cutting checks ing adequate resources to keep our program was a great program for the city of another snag, as reported by Associated Press. has approximately 1.6 million feetfor projects this fall. The 1 board will u l l l ll u y water system viable, which will Wyoming’s state engineer has rejected Aaron Million’s application of water mains ranging in age fromfinance $1.7 billion this year for Monroe to model itself after. ey have been have signi cant long-term conse- achieving signi cant numbers in terms of pipe to tap water from the reservoir and from the Green River itself near the 1930s to present day. Cast ironimmediate projects. The remaining pipe is the oldest type of pipe in $2.7 billionquences.” for water projects bursting and really helped get the Monroe pro- utility infrastructure the town of Green River. The engineer says he didn’t have enough Tthe water system and is reachingaround theRealizing state is expected that a more to be aggres- by Robert Carpenter Editor-in-Chief gram o the ground.” information, but Million has filed an appeal. PLCA Pipe Line Contractors Association the end of its useful life. Based financedsive in and the e next cientdecade, program the would Colbath said, “We were planning on spending Million wants to build a 500-mile pipeline. He’s sought local, state on the city’s GIS analysis, there need to be established, Colbath Underground Construction a good amount of money on this program, so we and federal permits for years but has had limited success. The Green River spokesman said. Diverse July 2015 Markets is approximately 160,000 feet of and sta analyzed several options neededof technology to do our dueand diligence.need. It is Ia reallytech- wanted is a major tributary of the Colorado River. cast iron pipe in the system. After Undergroundfor increasing Construction waterDrive July main 2015 replace- HDD Forward to see how Consolidated Mutual was making Million says he plans to reapply to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for was making this radical move due nology segment of the underground evaluating its current rehabilita- ment quantities to close the gap, their program so successful. I spent some time Pipeline WorkThe citySlows of Monroe, ButNC, uses Diversifi a yellowmine restrained cation pipe system Keepsto forcustomer the temporary demandBig Rigs and that Activethe infrastructure industry whose up- an overall permit to build the multi-billion-dollar pipeline. The agency rejected his initial applicationtion program, a few which years replacesago. ap- while keeping costs and water rates provide ber-to-the-premises in Colorado with Zack Queen, who runs their water main bypass on its pipe bursting projects. This allows the citycurrent to maintain ber network build-out was side is virtually in nite. PLCAC Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada proximately 8,000 feet of water 8/10/2016 12:23:07 PM continues to accelerate, driven by low. ContractingTo for say additional that we are re- in confusingwater service eco- to customers throughout the entire project. program. When I was getting ready to leave, I • Exclusive Industry In this healthy economic environ- ucononline.com main a year, Water Resources an overwhelming consumer and woefully behind schedule. 32 placement and/ornomic adding times more would city be an understate- askedment, Zack telecommunication what he thought aboututilities coming out Director Russ Colbath identi ed a sta and equipment to increase business appetite for bandwidth. Other markets in the under- ment, not only for the United States andare spending particularly a week motivated, with us toanxious get our program signi cant gap in the program in production are costly options. e In addition to the well-known ground industry are extremely active but the world in its entirety. e U.S. startedto provide on the services right foot. for growingWhen I gotaudi- back, we terms of replacing the aging infra- sta then became aware of a public giants such as AT&T and Google and vibrant as well, such as gas and were able to gure out a way to bring Zack in for market confusions result primarily ences that have become restless with UC July FINAL.indd 32 structure in a timely and e ective water system, Consolidated Mutual electric distribution. e workloads a week and pay him to provide direct insight to Surveys – twice per year Fiber, telecommunication utilities PPSA Pigging Products & Services Association from a mix of political uncertainty, slower internet speeds or limited manner. of the water industry, especially Water Company lackluster(CMW), near economic Den- growth and per- of all sizes are engaging in massive our program. It was extremely bene cial.” He said, “Asset management is ver, CO, that was having great suc- in lieu of the recent lead concerns, bandwidth. is has prompted the formance, and the collapse of the oil installation and upgrade programs. a very strong focus of the industry cess utilizing static pipe bursting make new installation of mains a aggressive ber-to-the-premises and gas industry. In late 2015, communications Program particulars right now. Whether it is roads, state and national legislative focus. build-out we’re experiencing now. for their replacementFortunately, program. for several seg- technology behemoth Ericsson Monroe’s pipe bursting program consists of nine wastewater or water, managing For those involved in horizontal is ber boom di ers from the (Feb., Jun.), an exclusive Colbath said, “We were looking T announced plans to essentially eld personnel that make up two 4-person crews ments of the underground utility PRCI Pipeline Research Council International existing assets is of high impor- for a way to accelerate some of the directional drilling (HDD), these well-documented rise and fall of tance for one particular reason: construction industry, life is good. become a contractor and facilitate and a eld supervisor. According to Colbath, the replacement programs. When we markets represent a perfect match infrastructure isn’t going to last an even faster installation pace for eld crews are cross-trained in all pipe bursting saw the ConsolidatedTelecommunications Mutual pre- construction forever. 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Dates/ Editorial Focus Bonus Features Equipment Highlights Rehabilitation Technology Show Distribution Deadlines* UCT 2017 At-Show Issue Crawler Tractors Grouting Technology & UCT 2017 DCA S: Dec. 16 Construction Outlook DCA Pre-Convention Coverage Pipelayers Equipment NACE Pipe Coating M: Dec. 22
January WATERWORKS SUPPLEMENT Root Control Technology D: Jan. 19 Compact Excavating: Right Equipment Backhoe Loaders NASSCO PLCA S: Jan. 16 Pipebursting Report Gas Distrubution / & Attachements Mini-Excavators FTTH APCA M: Jan. 23 Municipal Report Rental News Keyhole Technology Cameras/Sewer Repair CIGMAT Conference D: Feb. 19 February NASSCO Pre-Convention Coverage Pipe & Joint Fusion Equipment & Reinstatement UCT 2016 Wrap-Up Downhole Tools Sliplining CONEXPO NACE S: Feb. 16 No-Dig Show Issue Drilling Fluids PCCA No-Dig M: Feb. 22 Directional Drilling BAXTER AD STUDY Mud Systems: Mixers & Pipeline Opportunities D: March 19 Recyclers Conference March Report WATERWORKS SUPPLEMENT PRODUCT SHOWCASE Pipeline & Energy Expo CGA Excavation Safety One Call Directory Trench Shoring & Safety CIPP AGA Operations Conference S: March 16 Vacuum Excavation & Potholing Equipment Folded Pipe M: March 22 Safety & Damage Locator Technology Vacuum Systems Grout-In-Place-Pipe D: April 19 April Prevention Gas Distribution Maintenance & Construction PLCAC Pre-Convention Coverage Track Trenchers & Rock Saws Manhole/Pipe Coatings PLCAC S: April 17 Auger Boring Rock Tooling M: April 24 Rock Construction & Rental News Vacuum Systems D: May 19
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November Excavation Report Large Directional Rig Census UCT 2017 Product Showcase Rubber Tire Trenchers Bypass Pumping UCT 2018 S: Nov. 16 Directional Drilling Drill Pipe Selection Guide Vibratory Plows M: Nov. 22 Report Telecom/Electric Construction D: Dec. 19 December Cable Trenching & Plowing
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE LISTING RATES UC PRODUCT SHOWCASE ADVERTISEMENT - COMPONENTS Company name and/or tagline Cost: $750 Text description - 45 word maximum Special Promotion: Image - picture, logo, diagram, etc. - 6x Advertisers receive three (3) FREE Product Showcase listings Contact information - URL or eMail address Special advertising section of products and services - 12x Advertisers receive six (6) FREE Product Showcase listings Full ColorPRODUCTSHOWCASE VERMEER MCELROY SCHWALM ROBOTIC USA Vermeer D60x90 S3 McElroy’s Self-Propelled TracStar® 1200 for Ther- Advanced Robotic System UC PRODUCT SHOWCASE - ADVERTISEMENT SPECIFICATIONS moplastic Pipe Fusion Schwalm Robotic USA The Vermeer D60x90 S3 Navigator® manufactures the world’s Static .jpg, .tiff, or .eps format @ 300 dpi ® Images: HDD with 60,000 pounds (266.9 kN) The McElroy TracStar 1200 fuses pipe from 16” OD most advanced robotic PRODUCTSHOWCASE Special advertising section of products and services Size: 1'' x 1.5'' (vertical or horizontalof thrust/pullback orientation) — an impressive to 48” OD (450mm to 1200mm) bringing the largest systems for trenchless sewer VERMEER MCELROY SCHWALM ROBOTIC USA 17 hp (13 kW) increase over its pipe fusion capability to its line of track-mounted Vermeer D60x90 S3 McElroy’s Self-Propelled TracStar® 1200 for Ther- InsertionAdvanced ordersRobotic System 16th of month preceding publication maintenance and repairs. moplastic Pipe Fusion Schwalm Robotic USA predecessor (D60x90), delivers machines. Upgrades include an advanced emission The Vermeer D60x90 S3 Navigator® Deadlines: Schwalm trenchless products are perfectly suited for sewer main and lateral sewer ® manufactures the world’s HDD with 60,000 pounds (266.9 kN) The McElroy TracStar 1200 fuses pipe from 16” OD Ad materialsmost advanced robotic 22nd ofpower month and preceding control inpublication a modest control engine that burns ultra-low-sulfur diesel to of thrust/pullback — an impressive to 48” OD (450mm to 1200mm) bringing the largest systems for trenchless sewer repairs. Product line includes: Robots, Cameras, Packers, Accessories. Typical 17 hp (13 kW) increase over its pipe fusion capability to its line of track-mounted maintenance and repairs. footprint — making it an ideal fit for meet EPA Tier 4 standards and a redesigned cowling predecessor (D60x90), delivers machines. Upgrades include an advanced emission SchwalmEmail trenchless ad materialsproducts are perfectly to suited [email protected] for sewer main and lateral sewer applications: Camera Inspection, Sewer Rehabilitation, Laterals, Point Repairs, power and control in a modest control engine that burns ultra-low-sulfur diesel to repairs. Product line includes: Robots, Cameras, Packers, Accessories. Typical large commercial or confined urban allowing better access to the engine for mainte- footprint — making it an ideal fit for meet EPA Tier 4 standards and a redesigned cowling applications: Camera Inspection, Sewer Rehabilitation, Laterals, Point Repairs, Lateral Reinstatement. large commercial or confined urban allowing better access to the engine for mainte- Lateral Reinstatement. jobsites. nance. Other features include hydraulic outriggers for machine stability and level- jobsites. nance. Other features include hydraulic outriggers for machine stability and level- ing, an ergonomic operator platform and remote engine stop/start capabilities. www.vermeer.com For more information, contact Schwalm USA. ing, an ergonomic operator platform and remote engine stop/start capabilities. www.Mcelroy.com/fusion 1-864-414-9658 For more information, contact Schwalm USA. [email protected] www.vermeer.com 1-864-414-9658 HOBAS BIT BROKERS VACUWORX Actual Listing Size www.Mcelroy.com/fusion Hobas CCFRPM Pipe The VersaReam is a patent pending bi-directional, Vacuworx has built its reputation by provid- [email protected] expandable/interchangeable blade PDC reamer ing contractors safe and efficient solutions Centrifugally cast, fiberglass-reinforced, polymer mortar by Bit Brokers International. The VersaReam is for material handling in the field. Driven by a Hobas pipe is inherently corrosion resistant and is suitable changing the drilling industry as we know it. It self-contained engine or hydraulically powered for new construction and rehab of critical installations provides more Versatility to the drilling industry by the host machine, Vacuworx Vacuum Lifting including storm and sanitary sewers, corrosive environ- by allowing drillers to change the size of their Systems are engineered to handle up to 44,000 HOBAS BIT BROKERS VACUWORX ments and potable water. Hobas manufactures pressure reamer by simply changing the blades. The lb depending on the model. and gravity pipe in diameters from 18 to 126 inches with VersaReam drills three to five times faster than leak-free push-together joints that speed installation and the traditional roller cone reamers in the right Hobas CCFRPM Pipe The VersaReam is a patent pending bi-directional, Vacuworx has built its reputation by provid- reduce costs. It is ideal for a variety of installation methods formations. including sliplining, open cut, jacking, microtunneling, expandable/interchangeable blade PDC reamer ing contractors safe and efficient solutions two-pass tunnel, casing carrier and above ground. Centrifugally cast, fiberglass-reinforced, polymer mortar www.hobaspipe.com by Bit Brokers International. The VersaReam is for material handling in the field. Driven by a Hobas pipe is inherently corrosion resistant and is suitable changing the drilling industry as we know it. It self-contained engine or hydraulically powered TRENCOR LANEY DIRECTIONAL DRILLING CO. QUANTA for new construction and rehab of critical installations The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Direct Pipe® Q-Inline is a full service In-line Inspection com- provides more Versatility to the drilling industry by the host machine, Vacuworx Vacuum Lifting is proud to introduce the newly pany which currently providesincluding Deformation and storm and sanitary sewers, corrosive environ- acquired Trencor product line. Laney is one of a few North American companies MFL Inspection Services for diameter sizes from by allowing drillers to change the size of their Systems are engineered to handle up to 44,000 Trencor’s line of mechanically- experienced with Direct Pipe® trenchless technol- 6 through 32 inch. The MFL tools have Triaxial ® ments and potable water. Hobas manufactures pressure driven track trenchers is now be- ogy. Direct Pipe is a single pass process that uses a Sensors and can be combined with Deforma- reamer by simply changing the blades. The lb depending on the model. ing manufactured at the American steerable tunnel boring machine-cutting head. The tion Tools and an IMU toand provide agravity full combo pipe in diameters from 18 to 126 inches with Augers facility in West Salem, technology tunnels and pushes the pipe into place tool inspection. In addition, Q- Inline can provide turnkey services for pipeline VersaReam drills three to five times faster than Ohio. The Trencor products will at the same time, filling the void as it progresses. cleaning, waste disposal, temporary launchers/receivers, full in-house tethered continue to be the industry-leading trenchers and surface miners consumers have This technology greatly reduces the likelihood of services, crane truck, sub centimeter GPS survey and tracking.leak-free Q-Inline is capable push-together joints that speed installation and come to rely upon for over 60 years. Look for Trencor’s exciting new look and hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns and is of customizing its analysis as well as provide enhanced analysis reporting, dent and the traditional roller cone reamers in the right enthusiasm in 2014. We’re back at Full Torque and Better Than Ever! ideal for crossing under levees and environmentally bend strain analysis and run to run comparisons. Q- Inline reduceis capable of reviewing costs. It is ideal for a variety of installation methods sensitive areas. difficult to inspect features by using pipe samples at its pull test/flow loop facility in formations. Visit our new website at www. Trencor.com www.LaneyDrilling.com La Grange, Texas. www.q-inline.com including sliplining, open cut, jacking, microtunneling, two-pass tunnel, casing carrier and above ground. DITCH WITCH PIPELINE INSPECTION COMPANY MICHELS Ditch Witch® FXT65 Vacuum Excavator A brochure is now available in print and on their Michels Pipe Services uses cured-in-place pipe Locating and potholing utility workers will find website from Pipeline Inspection Company, detailing www.hobaspipe.comlining systems to rehabilitate water mains. The their workhorse with the new Ditch Witch® FXT65 the new features and operating data of the Models method meets NSF/ANSI 61 standards for drinking vacuum excavator. The model optimizes airflow 780, 785 and 790 Spy® portable holiday detectors. water and adds 50 years of design life to under- for the highest performance output, offering 1,215 New product features include a topside handle and a ground infrastructure. In general, CIPP prevents cfm – 20 percent more than previous models. Turbocharged with a 74-hp (55-kW) more comfortable ergonomic rear handle for easier costly breaks, reduces treatment of wastewater, diesel engine, the truck-mounted excavator is designed to handle sizeable cleanup maneuvering. The models also feature an integral and minimizes future repairs and maintenance. jobs, larger excavations and potholing. To meet the needs of virtually any job site, Jeepmeeter with a digital readout and a visible It costs 20 to 40 percent less than open trench TRENCOR LANEY DIRECTIONAL DRILLING CO. QUANTA this versatile machine is equipped with excellent water excavation capabilities, and positive ground indicator light that gives the operator replacement, and causes much less surface a high-powered air excavation system is also offered on the FXT65 Air model. the “go ahead” to begin Jeeping. disruption. Michels Pipe Services is a licensed ® The Charles Machineinstaller of NordiTube Works, lining system. Inc. Q-Inline is a full service In-line Inspection com- 800-654-6481 Pipeline Inspection Company, 1919 Antoine, Direct Pipe www.ditchwitch.com Houston, TX. 77055 Ph: 713-681-5837 www.michels.us pany which currently provides Deformation and Fx: 713-681-4838, www.picltd.com is proud to introduce the newly acquired Trencor product line. Laney is one of a few North American companies MFL Inspection Services for diameter sizes from ROOTX HAMMERHEAD Trencor’s line ofSUBSITE mechanically- experienced with Direct Pipe® trenchless technol- 6 through 32 inch. The MFL tools have Triaxial RootX is leading the way and changing the MOLETRAC™ from HammerHead is the first Subsite® Electronics, a Charles Machine Works Company, ® Root Control game again! proven and reliable front locating system for introduces the new TSR mobile software to download ogy. Direct Pipe is a single pass process that uses a HammerHead Mole piercing tools. Coupled driven trackhorizontal trenchers directional drilling is (HDD) now bore informationbe- Sensors and can be combined with Deforma- RootX is introducing the new FDU 300 Appli- with the dependable BI Impact Beacon and from Subsite TK HDD guidance systems directly to mobile steerable tunnel boring machine-cutting head. The cator – Engineered to apply RootX in a simple 250R Receiver from Ditch Witch Electronics, ing manufacturedtelephones or tablets. at TSR the mobile American software allows drillers tion Tools and an IMU to provide a full combo and effective manner so that you can do root the system allows tracking of position, depth to generate an as-built report as soon as the pilot bore technology tunnels and pushes the pipe into place control in-house with your own crew, on your and direction of travel up to 10-ft deep. Augers facilityis completed. in TSR West mobile softwareSalem, is included with the tool inspection. In addition, Q- Inline can provide turnkey services for pipeline own schedule and not wait for a contractor. purchase of a TK system, and it may be downloaded at no Contact RootX today to find out how you can The MOLETRAC system is available on several cost from the Subsite website at: at the same time, filling the void as it progresses. use the FDU 300 at no cost! The Right Solu- models from 2.50” to 5.50” and is available only from your authorized Hammer- Ohio. The Trencor products will cleaning, waste disposal, temporary launchers/receivers, full in-house tethered tion, Right Now! Head Trenchless Equipment dealer. continue towww.subsite.com/support/software-updates be the industry-leading trenchers and surface miners consumers have This technology greatly reduces the likelihood of services, crane truck, sub centimeter GPS survey and tracking. Q-Inline is capable www.hammerheadtrenchless.com www.rootx.com come to rely upon for over 60 years. Look for Trencor’s exciting new look and hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns and is of customizing its analysis as well as provide enhanced analysis reporting, dent and enthusiasm in 2014. We’re back at Full Torque and Better Than Ever! ideal for crossing under levees and environmentally bend strain analysis and run to run comparisons. Q- Inline is capable of reviewing sensitive areas. difficult to inspect features by using pipe samples at its pull test/flow loop facility in Visit our new website at www. Trencor.com UC May 16 FINAL.indd 40 8/10/2016 2:40:14 PM www.LaneyDrilling.com La Grange, Texas. www.q-inline.com Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] to discuss options, and place your order. DITCH WITCH PIPELINE INSPECTION COMPANY MICHELS www.ucononline.comDitch Witch® FXT65 Vacuum Excavator A brochure is now available in print and on their Michels Pipe Services uses cured-in-place pipe Locating and potholing utility workers will find website from Pipeline Inspection Company, detailing lining systems to rehabilitate water mains. The their workhorse with the new Ditch Witch® FXT65 the new features and operating data of the Models method meets NSF/ANSI 61 standards for drinking vacuum excavator. The model optimizes airflow 5 780, 785 and 790 Spy® portable holiday detectors. water and adds 50 years of design life to under- for the highest performance output, offering 1,215 New product features include a topside handle and a ground infrastructure. In general, CIPP prevents cfm – 20 percent more than previous models. Turbocharged with a 74-hp (55-kW) more comfortable ergonomic rear handle for easier costly breaks, reduces treatment of wastewater, diesel engine, the truck-mounted excavator is designed to handle sizeable cleanup maneuvering. The models also feature an integral and minimizes future repairs and maintenance. jobs, larger excavations and potholing. To meet the needs of virtually any job site, Jeepmeeter with a digital readout and a visible It costs 20 to 40 percent less than open trench this versatile machine is equipped with excellent water excavation capabilities, and positive ground indicator light that gives the operator replacement, and causes much less surface a high-powered air excavation system is also offered on the FXT65 Air model. the “go ahead” to begin Jeeping. disruption. Michels Pipe Services is a licensed installer of NordiTube lining system. 800-654-6481 Pipeline Inspection Company, 1919 Antoine, www.ditchwitch.com Houston, TX. 77055 Ph: 713-681-5837 www.michels.us Fx: 713-681-4838, www.picltd.com
ROOTX HAMMERHEAD SUBSITE RootX is leading the way and changing the MOLETRAC™ from HammerHead is the first Subsite® Electronics, a Charles Machine Works Company, Root Control game again! proven and reliable front locating system for introduces the new TSR mobile software to download HammerHead Mole piercing tools. Coupled horizontal directional drilling (HDD) bore information RootX is introducing the new FDU 300 Appli- with the dependable BI Impact Beacon and from Subsite TK HDD guidance systems directly to mobile cator – Engineered to apply RootX in a simple 250R Receiver from Ditch Witch Electronics, telephones or tablets. TSR mobile software allows drillers and effective manner so that you can do root the system allows tracking of position, depth to generate an as-built report as soon as the pilot bore control in-house with your own crew, on your and direction of travel up to 10-ft deep. is completed. TSR mobile software is included with the own schedule and not wait for a contractor. purchase of a TK system, and it may be downloaded at no Contact RootX today to find out how you can The MOLETRAC system is available on several cost from the Subsite website at: use the FDU 300 at no cost! The Right Solu- models from 2.50” to 5.50” and is available only from your authorized Hammer- tion, Right Now! Head Trenchless Equipment dealer. www.subsite.com/support/software-updates www.rootx.com www.hammerheadtrenchless.com
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A recent project in Northern Virginia provided a HISTORIC HIGHWAY shining example of the benefi t the shield can have The historic Pacifi c Coast Highway runs along • Full page of editorial copy equals approx. 900 words (Half page = 425) over alternatives. A contractor was installing a new some of the most beautiful coastlines in the United water line that will feed new development in the city States. Through Newport Beach, California, it’s including a business park and apartments. known simply as the PCH. It winds north along the As with many projects, the type of equipment coast through upscale neighborhoods and shop- on a job can impact the type of shoring system Tping areas toward Los Angeles. Visitors travel from A Small HDD Mud Recycler Built for Big Success selected.• ContractorsAllow installing long joints of pipe estimated 65 words per one column wide photo (more for larger) around the world to cruise the highway and admire have historically used steel trench shields due to the Some of the best new product ideas operators would have to haul mul- the communities nestled into the coastline of the inherent productivity benefi ts of having a box long come from customer conversa- tiple loads to a landfi ll or disposal ocean. enough to install the joints while also being able tions. Equipment manufacturers site, which is time consuming and Below the stunning scenery ran a decades-old to drag that box. The traditional marketplace for often talk with underground con- costly. The MR90 is a compact, sewer main in urgent need of repair or replace- aluminum shielding has not been able to provide the ment. For a city that relies heavily on income from • Copy must be edited and adjusted to accommodate artwork with struction contractors about their self-contained unit that can mix and RECYCLE THE MUD. necessary span to replace a steel trench shield, while Sever-changing equipment needs on recycle mud, handle spoils and is tourism, a sewage leak next to the ocean would be also meeting depth rating requirements. On this horizontal directional drilling (HDD) the only unit in its class that can be catastrophic. The Newport Force Main Rehabilita- project, the contractor was able to use an 8’ x 24’ Lite job sites. When utility contractors transported full of fl uid. Further, it REAP THE PROFITS. tion project aimed to replace that system before the Guard aluminum shield to perform the work. The Lite talk about their biggest HDD pain uses a fraction of the water and ad- worst could happen. ISCO Industries provided high- Guard also features a unique hardened aluminum knife points, disposing of drill mud usu- ditives, saving contractors operat- density polyethylene pipe, McElroy fusion equip- submission ally tops the list. ing costs. ment, and expertise for the job. Drilling mud is, well, messy busi- “Many mud recyclers on the mar- ISCO representative Joe Chammas added, “It ness. Mud can’t be simply left piled ket rely on supplementary equip- “In addition to cost savings, con- fl uid. As the most compact cleaning was a high profi le job with extensive risk. ISCO’s on a public easement or private ment to operate, which can quickly fl uid. As the most compact cleaning tractors using the Ditch Witch MR90 package on the market, the MR90 is size and national high density polyethylene (HDPE) property once underground utilities add costs. Until recently, some con- package on the market, the MR90 is receive other benefi ts on the job,” equipped to meet the demands of pipe supply presence was required by the contrac- FUSION EQUIPMENT have been installed. Cleaning up tractors on midsized underground equipped to meet the demands of said Matthesen. “HDD contractors any small- to medium-size drill with tor in order to have a truly qualifi ed supplier to sup- the drilling mud and hauling it away projects would forego recycling any small- to medium-size drill with SALES. RENTALS. also see improvement in their rig’s up to 90 gpm cleaning capability. port a project of this size and exposure.” for proper disposal is the responsi- drilling mud, as they believed dis- up to 90 gpm cleaning capability. SERVICE. uptime by removing the need to The MR90 includes a 340-gal HDPE was a clear choice to replace the aging Editorial Guidelines bility of the utility contractor. posal costs to be lower than having The MR90 includes a 340-gal REFURBISHMENT. mix drilling mud, during which time fi rst-pass mud tank, and 110-gal system. “It o ers excellent fl ow characteristics, “At the Ditch Witch organization, a recycler on-site,” said Matthesen. fi rst-pass mud tank, and 110-gal the rig remains inactive.” clean tank with 3-in. vacuum con- exceptional corrosion resistance, and reliability,” we listen to customer feedback and “For these contractors, the MR90 clean tank with 3-in. vacuum con- ISCO is the industry’s leading distributor of More than supporting profi tabil- nections. An optional 300-gal fresh Chammas explained. “The pipeline will be leak- engineer equipment to meet spe- is quickly becoming the break- nections. An optional 300-gal fresh ity goals, the MR90 also benefi ts water tank with transfer pump free, which is crucial because it’s installed under HDPE pipe – plus more. cifi c job-site challenges,” said Seth through, as many are reporting water tank with transfer pump the environment. The most obvi- provides additional drilling fl uid a major historic highway.” ISCO mainly supplied Matthesen, product manager for signifi cant cost savings and faster provides additional drilling fl uid • Negative comparisons or comments about competitors are not permitted capacity and high pressure water for We’re your connection to a full line of fusion ous environmental impact is a re- capacity and high pressure water for 8,300 feet of 32-inch IPS DR26 and 3,900 feet of HDD at the Ditch Witch organiza- completion of HDD projects.” cleanup. duced carbon footprint. With fewer cleanup. 36-inch IPS DR26 along with fi ttings ranging from equipment, extrusion welders, electrofusion tion. “We’re in this together. That’s Recycling creates savings – for PLUSPIPE machines on the job site and less In addition to improving ef- products, accessories, tooling and much more. why we designed the MR90 micro example, an HDD rig with 30,000 In addition to improving ef- 11 ¼ degree elbows through 45 degree elbows, fi ciency while in use, the MR90 ® fl uid to clean up, overall emissions fi ciency while in use, the MR90 including 22 ½ degree elbows and concentric We sell and rent a full line of McElroy equipment, mud-recycling system, to fi ll a void lbs of pullback can pump 20,000 streamlines a contractor’s work released into the atmosphere de- streamlines a contractor’s work reducers. ISCO also provided nearly 50 fabricated from hand-held fusion units to the largest wheeled in HDD support equipment and gal of fl uid during the course of a fl ow. The recycling system has the YOU NEED TO KNOW WHO WE ARE crease. The addition of a MR90 pro- fl ow. The recycling system has the and tracked models. And, if you need in-the-field • UC reserves the right to edit any non-conforming copy spooled access tees, ranging in size from 36-inch meet the mud disposal challenges project. With the MR90, that same fastest setup time on the market vides an environmentally friendly fastest setup time on the market that face our utility contractors on volume could be pumped using and can be operated from a single DIPS down to 32-inch IPS. Not only that, ISCO training and support, we offer that too. approach to remove drill fl uids from and can be operated from a single their jobs.” only 1,500 gal of drilling mud, sav- point, eliminating the need to move fabricated stainless steel tops as part of the access HDD job sites. point, eliminating the need to move The MR90 is designed specifi - ing 18,500 gal of water and as much around the job site. The screens are INTRODUCING THE tees. “We were able to provide alternative options Make the call for TOTAL PIPING SOLUTIONS. around the job site. The screens are INTRODUCING THE The Ditch Witch® MR90 mud recycler not cally for drill units with pullback rat- as $1,500 of additives. designed to be easier to change and The Ditch Witch® MR90 mud recycler not for fabricating the complicated manway structures 1-800-345-ISCO designed to be easier to change and ings ranging from 20,000 to 60,000 The reduction of water volume Features Designed for HDD service than those of other mud only mixes and recycles drilling mud but that were a major part of the force main pipeline,” service than those of other mud only mixes and recycles drilling mud but lbs (9,072 to 27,216 kg) – the most also removes the need for multiple Job-Site E ciency recyclers, and the shaker frame can said Chammas. “The pipeline size, length, and lay- recyclers, and the shaker frame can also manages screened spoils, so you ISO 9001:2008- widely used drill rigs in service trucks used to haul and process Underground construction contrac- be hydraulically adjusted to level also manages screened spoils, so you out of a double barrel pipeline installed in a single be hydraulically adjusted to level MR90 certified quality Materials today. In the past, most mud-re- water for the job site. These trucks tors benefi t from the MR90 being the screens. MR90 can retain profits that others are literally trench required the availability and support of the screens. can retain profits that others are literally management system cycling systems were designed to get about 10 mpg when loaded and the only single, self-contained unit For more information, please visit throwing away. See your dealer for details. multiple HDPE fusion machines in order to install For more information, please visit throwing away. support large drill rigs. Depending 15 mpg when empty – providing that can mix and recycle mud, han- http://www.ditchwitch.com/trench- See your dealer for details. WITH A NATIONWIDE BRANCH NETWORK, WE’RE WHERE YOU NEED US TO BE http://www.ditchwitch.com/trench- the pipeline in a timely manner. ISCO’s large fusion www.isco-pipe.com CALL 888 234 9244 www.ntsafety.com on the capacity of the equipment, signifi cant fuel cost savings. dle spoils and be transported full of less/fl uid-management/mr90. less/fl uid-management/mr90. equipment fl eet met the contractor’s needs. We ©2015 The Charles Machine Works, Inc. A Charles Machine Works Company never said no and always made it happen.” 2 ucononline.com Underground Construction 2015 ©2015 The Charles Machine Works, Inc. A Charles Machine Works Company Underground Construction 2015 • Text - supply text as a Word doc ucononline.com Underground Construction 2015 2015 Underground Construction
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UC Aug 16 final.indd 32 9 UC eNews
UC eNewsletters are a vital element of the Underground Construction (UC) brand UC eNews are periodic eMail blasts that containing breaking Open Rate Click-Through Rate news about the underground utility infrastructure con- 13.5% 1.3% struction and rehabilitation industry, delivered to your inbox Total Subscribers in between monthly issues of Banner 550w x 70h Underground Construction 35,774 Mail Chimp report metrics - March thru June 2016 magazine UC eNews is sent whenever there is significant breaking news, typically on a weekly basis, but no less than two (2) times per month
Distribution - sent to: • Approximately 35,000 UC eNews subscribers • Includes most of the 40,000+ audited subscribers of UC Advertising Opportunities • UC eNews offers a very limited number of advertisements and sponsored content • Available as static, animated, or video • Includes hyperlink to your website Button This is your opportunity to promote your products 125w x 125h or services in an efficient, cost-effective manner Rates: UC eNEWS ADVERTISING OPTIONS 1 X 6 X 12 X Banner 5,000 4,650 4,100 Medium Rectangle Medium Rectangle 4,400 4,050 3,500 300w x 250h Button 2,850 2,100 1,650 Sponsored Video Frame 4,400 4,050 3,500 Text Text 3,850 2,750 2,150 50 word advertorial with picture UC eNEWS ADVERTISING SPECIFICATIONS Accept- Ad Type Placement Size Notes able Files top of .jpg, .gif, Banner 550w x 70h page .png Medium middle of .jpg, .gif, 300w x 250h Rectangle page .png .jpg, .gif, Button side bar 125w x 125h Video Frame .png 300w x 250h - Video imbedded in the - newsletter - Advertiser to supply - imbedded code - May use logo branded Sponsored middle of video url - frame 300w x 250h Video Frame page or iframe - Hosted on your site or UC - YouTube - Video links back to where - - it resides - No fee to upload/store - videos - Short advertorial - up to 125w x 125h MS - 50 words Text run of site for icon Word - Optional picture/image - Hyperlink to your website Standard Specifications: RGB 72 dpi
Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] to discuss options, and place your order.
10 Social Media Advertising
Compliment your print and media portfolio with social media advertising
UC Social Media UC Social Media Advertising • A vital element of the Underground Construction (UC) brand is the • UC Social Media Advertising offers a unique approach to reaching pipeline UC Social Media platform portfolio and underground utility infrastructure construction and rehabilitation industry stakeholders – serving as a good complement to magazine print advertising, • The UC Social Media platform portfolio consists of five (5) dedicated social as part of an overall promotional strategy media platforms: – Facebook • A limited number of advertisement opportunities are available on UC social media platforms, in various formats and price points – Twitter – LinkedIn This is your opportunity to promote your products – YouTube or services in an efficient, cost-effective manner – Google+ • UC’s social media platforms provide stakeholders the flexibility to access, UC Social Media Advertising - Options consume, participate and share resources offered by the UC brand, on their Sponsored Content Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+ platform of choice Sponsored Video YouTube • Since launched in the past two years, UC social media platforms have enjoyed Sponsored Tweets Twitter steady growth in communities – there are now thousands of individuals following and interacting with these platforms Promoted Tweets - via UC Twitter
7out of 10 users are likely to of80% leads generated through BUY from businesses social media come from they follow on twitter 47% of Americans using social P&GJ has over media say 19,000 followers! facebook has the GREATEST IMPACT on purchase behavior 78% of people using social media OUTSELL their peers who are not using social media
Pricing Price is dependent upon options and features elected, parameters, and sizing. Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] to discuss options, and obtain a quote.
11 Promotion At Industry Events
An effective method to support and augment your overall promotion strategy • Promotion at events offers the added benefit of real-time audience interaction, providing a unique opportunity to immediately gauge and adjust promotion effectiveness Underground Construction Technology • Significant investment made by attendees, assures a qualified, engaged audience International Conference & Exhibition • The Underground Construction Technology • Oildom Publishing, owner of the Underground Construction (UC) brand, International Conference & Exhibition produces two annual industry events focused on the pipeline and utility (UCT), is the meeting place for business industry: professionals involved in underground utility – Underground Construction Technology Conference infrastructure construction and rehabilitation & Exhibition (UCT) industry – Pipeline Opportunities Conference (PLOC) Jan 31 - Feb 2, 2017 • This annual event, that re-locates each year, Fort Worth, TX • Both UC Associated Events offer various opportunities to promote your takes place on January 31 – February 2, 2017 products and services in unique ways that go beyond traditional advertising in Fort Worth, TX • UCT focuses construction, maintenance and rehabilitation, for both trenchless and open cut UC Associated Events • UCT is a true business-to-business event primarily attended by Promotion Promotion underground utility infrastructure construction and rehabilitation Promotional Vehicles Categories Schedule industry leaders and decision makers • The format is a three day event, with a significant technical/educational program, Sponsor Pre-event Event website - listings & ads key product/service supplier exhibits, along with significant peer-to-peer Exhibit During event/ Associated website(s) - listings & ads networking onsite • The technical/educational program consists of almost 100 presentations, panels, Advertise Post-event Magazine(s) - listings & ads round tables delivered by leading industry experts - Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Professional Development Hours (PDHs) are offered Present Magazine(s) - supplements • In addition, major academic and industry sponsors offer seminars before and eMail - UC & Custom during UCT Event program - on-site • The exhibition floor features almost 200 of the industry’s leading product/service On-site - signage, banners, presentations suppliers providing hands-on product exhibits and demonstrations Presentations - listings, logos with presentations • This event offers a unique opportunity to promote your brand and offerings to approximately 2,000 influential underground utility infrastructure construction Exhibits - logo, interaction, demonstrations and rehabilitation industry stakeholders Supporting organizations - listings & ads • Sponsorships are available with a range of promotional and exhibiting opportunities – sponsorships begin at $2,000
Benefits and advantages • Details are available at www.uctonline.com • Leverage UC’s recognized, trusted brand • Hundreds of long-standing UC associated event sponsors, Pipeline Opportunities exhibitors attendees Conference • 40,000+ validated circulation; engaged readers; expanded digital edition subscribers • The Pipeline Opportunities Conference (PLOC), produced by • Underground utility infrastructure construction and Pipeline & Gas Journal, INGAA, and rehabilitation industry decision makers SMU/Cox, is the premier event pro- March 21, 2017 • Hyperlink to your website viding strategic pipeline industry insight Houston, TX • In addition to, or as an alternative to advertising in the • This annual event takes place this year on magazine print edition or UC brand platforms March 21, 2017 at the Omni Galleria in Houston, TX • Live, real-time interaction and feedback from audience • The format is an efficient one day event, with presentations from industry • Qualify leads real-time leaders, key product/service supplier exhibits, along with significant • Accelerate sales cycle; call to action peer-to-peer networking • This event offers a unique opportunity to promote your brand and offerings Pricing to approximately 400 influential pipeline industry stakeholders Pricing is dependent upon options and features elected, parameters, and sizing. Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] • A limited number of sponsorships are available with a range of promotional to discuss options, and place your order. and exhibiting opportunities – sponsorships begin at $2,000 • Details are available at www.pipeline-opportunities.com 12 Webinar Campaign
A proven means of engaging prospects while introducing brands and products/services, in a less commercial format web narsunderground
• Webinars offer a unique way for you to interact with the market, including 62% of all B2B marketers prospective customers, existing customers and influencers now use webinars • Webinars establish thought leadership to prospect or • Well-structured webinars utilize specific applications or case studies offering nurture leads. practical reality that is well received Prospects are more • Many companies attempt to structure and conduct webinars themselves, willing to provide accurate data usually with limited success – Underground Construction (UC) Webinar (email address) because Campaign is a better answer they want access to the webinar.
Why use UC Webinar Campaign? How it Works - UC Webinar Campaign • True turn-key arrangement – UC takes care of all of the details • Customer provides overall webinar content framework, including: • Leverage UC’s recognized, trusted brand – Outline of content to be covered, including sequence & timeline – Supporting images/diagrams/PPT slides • 50,000+ available qualified contacts – Presenters, roles, biographies, photos • Available contact list segmentation (industry; role) • UC configures all aspects of the webinar in a web-enabled professional • Pre-event promotion on various UC brand platforms (website; eMail; eNews; webinar hosting system social media) to maximize exposure and attendance • Webinar moderator is designated, as well as roles for various other • Supported by experienced 3rd party professional participants webinar hosting system • Customer reviews webinar configuration and provides comments or • Flexible webinar duration – typically 60 minutes required changes • Post-event campaign metrics reporting • Date and time for the webinar is scheduled • Online webinar attendee registration system is configured and activated Professional Webinar Hosting System - • Customer selects contact list size (from several hundred to tens of thousands) UC Webinar Campaign • Customer selects contact list segments to match desired audience UC contracts with an experienced 3rd party professional web-enabled • UC creates promotional advertisement, incorporating registration links in: webinar hosting entity, providing methodology, personnel and supporting – Dedicated Webinar eMail blasts (2 – 6, or more) systems & software – UC website (dedicated Webinar button ad) Technical aspects: – UC eNews emailer (twice monthly minimum) – True web-enabled technology – no plug-ins or application downloads – Underground Construction magazine of events – Multiple speaker, screen share, video chat, interactive Q&A – Underground Construction magazine Webinar page – Simple control-switch operation to “pass the microphone” among – UC social media platforms remote presenters • Rehearsal(s) conducted one week in advance to fine tune configuration – Audience Polling • Pre-event, real-time, and post-event survey and reporting, archiving, – Tailored registration questions allow for audience identification follow-up and follow-up • Webinar event is conducted using professional webinar hosting system Reporting: – Online webinar attendee registration system – Attendance names, numbers and identification information – Sign-up rate by date to gauge effectiveness of individual promotions – Registration vs. attendance; attendance vs. completion; no-shows – Q & A results, polling results – Post-event website drop-off Pricing Price is dependent upon options and features elected, parameters, – Post-event survey results and sizing. UC Webinar Campaign pricing starts at $9,000. Access: Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] • Webinar viewed live, or on-demand later by registration to discuss options, and obtain a quote.
13 Magazine Supplements Sponsored Content Unique alternatives to traditional advertisements 100% focus on your brand, products More content, less advertisement and services • An innovative, effective way to support and augment your overall • An innovative way to support your promotional strategy overall advertising strategy • Well received by readers looking to learn and understand issues, • Facilitates extensive content with a case study context supporting in depth promotion • Facilitates extensive content supporting in depth promotion of of product/service features and product/service features and benefits benefits – consider a mix of • Allows for extensive use of images, diagrams, call-outs, case studies, etc. editorial and advertisement • Follow-on use for customer’s own marketing purposes • Incorporate extensive use of images, diagrams, call-outs, Available Vehicles case studies, etc. Ucononline.com UC eNews UC eMail Campaign • Follow-on use for your own Dedicated sections of the Sponsor spotlight Available in customized marketing purposes UC Website home page comprising of 70 words eMail campaigns and are available to promote with picture and link to eNewsletters Benefits and advantages sponsored content your website • Leverage UC recognized, trusted brand • 40,000+ validated circulation; engaged readers • Underground utility infrastructure construction and rehabilitation industry decision makers • Supporting promotion available on various UC brand UC Social Media Advertising platforms (website; eMail; Available on various UC Social Media platforms eNewsletter; social media) to maximize exposure Underground Construction • Additional readership via UC Available in any monthly issue magazine digital issue and of UC print magazine archived back issues • UC expertise available in design and production Ditch Witch Supplement UC Magazine Supplement See more information How it works June 2016 about supplements on left • 2 alternative production methods available: – turn-key - customer Benefits and advantages Features provides raw content • Leverage UC’s recognized, trusted • Flexible amount of content – ranging elements - brand from single paragraphs to multiple UC writes, designs, prints, and distributes • 40,000+ validated circulation pages, or more – customer produces and provides UC with finished product • Engaged readers • Include multiple logos, images, • Once production is complete, supplement is bound in, or poly-bagged • Underground utility infrastructure diagrams, pictures, call-outs, with, the magazine construction and rehabilitation animation, video, etc. • 4 color high resolution production Features industry decision makers • UC can provide assistance with, or • Flexible size of Supplement– 2 to 20 pages, or more • Supporting promotion on various UC brand platforms (website; turn-key design, formatting and • 4 color high resolution production eMail; eNewsletter; social media) to production • Available for inclusion in any monthly issue of the magazine maximize exposure • Initial print overruns and reprints • Geographic, industry and demographic segmentation services available • UC expertise in design and production available for customer’s own • Initial print overruns, and reprints, available for customer’s own of publication marketing purposes marketing purposes • Additional readership via digital issue and archived back issues
Pricing Pricing Pricing is dependent upon option and features selected, Pricing is dependent upon option and features selected, parameters, parameters, and sizing. Contact your Sales Representative or and sizing. Contact your Sales Representative or UCinfo@oildom. [email protected] to discuss options, and obtain a quotation. com to discuss options, and obtain a quotation.
14 eMail Marketing Campaigns email marketing @ underground eMail marketing is a proven means of reaching large numbers of prospects to introduce brands and products/services • An effective method to support and augment your overall advertising strategy • Well-designed eMail campaigns promote your brands and products/services to a focused group of prospects who meet your target criteria • eMail campaigns may also be configured as a custom eNewsletter • Many companies attempt eMail campaigns themselves, usually with limited success – an Underground Construction (UC) eMail Campaign offers a better answer
Benefits & Advantages - UC Webinar Campaign Target • Leverage UC’s recognized, trusted brand Your • 40,000+ available qualified contacts – underground utility Message infrastructure construction and rehabilitation industry to specific decision makers and influencers buyers and • eMail marketing software system influencers • Campaign metrics reporting • Advice - UC expertise available in tactics, design and production How it works - UC Webinar Campaign • Customer provides eMail content elements, including text, supporting images/diagrams, eMail subject, eMail header, hyperlinks, etc. • UC assembles eMail document (HTML) from customer materials • Customer selects contact list size (up to tens of thousands) • Customer selects contact list segments to match desired audience (industry; demographic; geography) • UC assembles qualified mailing list • eMail is scheduled and issued Leverage UC’s recognized, Available Features trusted brand and • Single campaign, or multiples in the same version, or variations • Flexible eMail size and format 40,000+ contacts • 4 color, HTML format • Supporting promotion available on various UC brand platforms (website, eNews, social media) to maximize exposure • Post eMail metrics report Why do marketers choose email? It’s greener. Both environmentally and financially.
CONSUMERS PREFER IT! Email is the preferred method of commercial communication.
Pricing Pricing is dependent upon options and features elected, parameters, and sizing. UC eMail Marketing pricing starts at $500. Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] to discuss options, and obtain a quotation.
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A proven means of engaging prospects while introducing brands and products/services, in a less commercial format Segment
• An effective method to support and augment your + overall promotion strategy 40,000 • White-papers establish thought leadership UC Subscribers To Target A Specific Audience • Well-written whitepapers utilize specific applications or case studies offering practical reality that is well received • Many companies attempt to promote whitepapers themselves, usually with limited success • Underground Construction (UC) Whitepaper Promotion is a better alternative
Benefits & Advantages - UC Whitepaper Promotion • Leverage UC recognized, trusted brand • 40,000+ available qualified contacts • Available contact list segmentation (industry; role) • Promotion on various UC brand platforms (magazine, website; eNews; social media) • eMail marketing system • Post-campaign metrics reporting
How it works - UC Whitepaper Promotion • Customer provides whitepaper content, including supporting images/diagrams • Customer selects contact list size (up to tens of thousands) • Customer selects contact list segments to match desired audience • UC creates promotional advertisements for various platforms elected • UC creates promotional eMail document (HTML) • UC assembles qualified mailing list • UC creates dedicated landing page on www.ucononline.com to house whitepapers • Promotions and whitepapers are hosted on various platforms elected for selected duration • Post campaign metrics reporting • Archived indefinitely – registration required to access on-demand
Promoting Whitepapers with UC is easy and effective • generate leads • stand out from the crowd • engage customers
Pricing Price is dependent upon options and features elected, parameters, and sizing. UC Whitepaper Promotion pricing starts at $2,500. Contact your Sales Representative or [email protected] to discuss options, and obtain a quotation.
16 Circulation Information & Subscriber Profile
Circulation information can be overwhelming because it is complicated, 40,362 SUBSCRIBERS can be confusing and like all statistics, is Exposure subject to interpretation.
With this in mind, UC offers this simplified list of “what matters” and “what to look for” in circulation information: • Is the overall readership for the publication significant (exposure; circulation size) • Do your target industry segments match the circulation profile (business/segments) • Are subscribers decision makers/influencers (qualified demographics) Selected As • Are subscribers actually receiving the publication (validation) Interested Most Useful • Do subscribers actually read the publication (engaged readers) Publication by more than • Are the publication’s claims real (audit) • Are reader numbers equal to circulation numbers (no pass along) • Do circulation numbers represent the best overall value for your 3the closest times competitor advertising budget (value)
UC Subscribers By Business/Segment
Telecom, Cable Electric, Equipment; Combined Service; Gas/Electric Supplier 100% 6% Direct request circulation 7% 81% within one year 11% 36% Gas Utilities, Contractors Pipeline $$VALUE Ad cost per 1,000 relevant Design, 14% subscribers is Construction, Engineering LOWER 26% with Underground Construction Municipalities/ Public Works (water, sewer, etc.) 82% UC Subscribers By Occupation of readers made a purchasing decision
Purchasing 1% based on ad and editorial Consultant 1% Other 1% ACTION
Foreman, ENGAGED Qualified Lead, Chief, Assistant, Field Prospects Operations 69%read at least 3 to 4 of the 9% 65% 4 most recent issues Owner, Officer, Manager 90%of readers 12%Engineer are involved 100%of subscribers are in business/segment purchasing relevant to Superintendent,12% decisions Supervisor underground construction RELEVANT Circulation audited by BPA – Dec. 2015. See www.ucononline.com/advertise for detailed audit statement. BRC Study results – Mar. 2015. 17 About UC
Underground Construction (UC) UC is much more than is the premier publication for the a print magazine. underground utility infrastructure UC is your portal construction and rehabilitation connecting you to the underground industry worldwide utility infrastructure UC serves as a vital information construction and source for news, developments, rehabilitation industry education, analysis, new technology, research reports, and events including UC BRAND FOCUS the Underground Construction Infrastructure Segments Commodities Stakeholder Activity Brand Platforms Technology International Conference Sewer - gravity Water Engineering Magazine - print & Exhibition (UCT) – annual event late Sewer - force mains Sewer Construction Magazine - digital January hosted at a different regional Water Distribution Lines Natural Gas Products / Services / Equipment Website location each year. Water Transmission Lines Telecom Operations eNews Pressure Pipe Electric Maintenance Social Media The UC brand elements include: Storm Water Inspection Buyer’s Guide • Monthly magazine - print & digital Manholes Rehabilitation Special Content editions Laterals Trenchless Technology Associated Events • Website Gas Distribution Networks Conventional (Open Cut) Technology Custom Advertising • eNews Oil & Gas Transmission Lines • Social media platforms Telecom • Buyer’s guide Electric • Events • Special content: special reports; Editorial Content studies, surveys, supplements; sponsored content, etc. Over • UC has consistently renewed its commitment to • Custom advertising vehicles: providing the highest quality editorial product in Awards eMail: webinars; whitepapers; the market Robert Carpenter, UC Editor-In supplements, sponsored content • 40,000+ subscribers and 70+ year track record 100years of editorial is evidence of editorial quality and content Chief is a excellence. relevance multiple Boger most THE • Continues to be at the forefront of our industry Award winner for experienced, in reporting on the events and technology industry’s Best Editorial. highest quality worldwide that drive this business As part of an international editorial staff • UC editorial and sales staff are known and awards competition, the in the underground respected industry wide, providing us with a Construction Writers utility infrastructure unique access to leaders in this market Association Robert F. construction and • Attending, speaking and exhibiting at over Boger Award is presented rehabilitation annually for the best industry 25 industry meetings annually, allows UC to uncover news; spot industry developments; industry editorial. discover new technologies; identify key players and develop relationships
SALES STAFF Southwest Gary Lindenberger 281.855.0470 [email protected] Southeast Doug Fix 770.740.2078 [email protected] Northeast Denis O’Malley 203.356.9694 [email protected]
USA Keith Krueger 708.486.0520 [email protected] Midwest Donna Harbacek 407.559.3207 [email protected] West Coast Mike Lance 805.620.0586 [email protected] EXECUTIVE OFFICE: UK, Scandinavian, Netherlands Michael Brown 44/161/440/0854 [email protected] 1160 Dairy Ashford Street, Suite 610 Houston, TX 77079 Western Europe Hamilton Pearman 33/608/310/575 [email protected] P: (281) 558-6930, Italy, Eastern Europe Fabio Potesta 3339/010/5704948 [email protected]
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Staff
Robert Carpenter, Cathy Schmermund, Stephen Barlas, Cleve Hogarth, Editor-In-Chief Managing Editor Washington Editor Publisher Over 40 years of Cathy has 35+ One of the Over 35 years of media experience years of B2B most successful energy industry including 25 with writing/editing Washington freelance experience, Underground and managing editors who covers including pipeline Construction. He is experience in print infrastructure issues infrastructure an active participant with numerous and online media. for Underground construction and industry associations and a sought- Construction. operations, and gas after speaker. Jeff Griffin, marketing. Senior Editor Oliver Klinger, Rita Tubb, Veteran journalist President Executive Editor who, for over 25 Third generation Over 35 years years, has covered owner of Oildom of energy and infrastructure Publishing Company; construction writing construction 40 years experience experience. and rehabilitation markets for producing energy Underground Construction. publications.
History Initially published as the Bull Plug in 1946, UC went through a series of 70 transformations, most notably years as Pipeline Construction in 1946–2016 the 1960s and Pipeline & Utilities Construction from the 1970s - 1990s. On its 50th anniversary in 1996, the publication name was changed to Underground Construction to reflect its unique editorial focus on underground infrastructure, trenchless technology, and sewer rehabilitation technology.
Oildom, founded in 1908, Oildom Publishing is a privately owned, Underground Construction (UC) is a publication of 3rd generation pipeline Oildom Publishing Company of Texas, Inc. (Oildom) & utility infrastructure In addition to Underground Construction, Oildom also media group produces and sponsors the following publications Oildom also produces a and events: variety of client-specific • Pipeline & Gas Journal magazine (P&GJ) publications including trade • Pipeline News magazine (PLN) association directories, sponsored content, etc. • Pipeline Opportunities Conference (PLOC) • Underground Construction Technology International See more information Conference & Exhibition (UCT) Circa 1956 at www.oildom.com
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