37th Annual International No-Dig – Florence 2019 – Call for Abstracts Closes March 15

The International Society for Trenchless Technology (ISTT) and the Italian Association for Trenchless Technology (IATT) are currently accepting abstracts submitted electronically for the 37th International NO-DIG Florence 2019.

The Deadline for abstract submission is March 15, 2019. Finals papers are due on July 15, 2019. Each participant can present up to 2 abstracts.

The Scientific Committee of the 37th International NO-DIG Florence 2019, proposes the following Paper Topics:

  1. Trenchless Technology Case Studies
  2. Environmental and Sustainability Benefits of Trenchless
  3. Research and Development
  4. Mapping and Inspection of Underground Utilities
  5. Infrastructure Financing for Utility Projects
  6. Horizontal Directional Drilling
  7. Microtunneling/Pipe Jacking/Auger Boring
  8. Trenchless Pipe Replacement
  9. Pipe Lining and Coatings
  10. Contracts

Authors are encouraged to select a topic of their interest.

For each topic please described:

  • A new application and/or
  • environmental and soil conditions and/or
  • up to date equipment and/or
  • material used and/or
  • performance of the No-Dig Technique applied.

Aspects such as Financing and Contracts are of interest as well, especially if connected to the use of Trenchless Technology.

The focus of each paper should be the innovation that can keep increasing the application of Trenchless Technologies.

Together with an Exhibition, containing the state-of-the-art technologies, the Conference Programme will be an empowering way for a wider knowledge of NO-DIG construction.

Visit the conference website for details.

No-Dig Down Under Call for Abstracts Closes Feb 28

The No-Dig Down Under Team is seeking abstract submissions for The No-Dig Down Under Conference and Exhibition to be held in Melbourne, Victoria on 10-13 September 2019.

Do not miss out on this opportunity to contribute to the 2019 conference program. Please ensure your papers are submitted by Thursday 28 February.

Submissions must be made in electronic format using the online portal; it should outline in 200 words or less the aims, contents and conclusions of the paper, this does not include the title and author details.
The categories for submissions are as follows:

  • Condition assessment
  • Pipe rehabilitation (including pressure pipes)
  • Design
  • Cured-in-place pipe (CIPP)
  • Spiral wound pipe
  • Sliplining
  • Spray lining
  • Pipe bursting
  • Grouting
  • Installing new pipeline
  • Horizontal directional drilling (HDD)
  • Microtunnelling
  • Pipe jacking
  • Pipe ramming
  • Manholes, shafts and pits
  • Bedding soil grouting/stabilisation
  • Direct pipe
  • Utility location
  • Training

The Technical Committee will be assessing submissions against the following criteria:

  • relevant to the theme of the conference, ‘Engaging beneath the surface’,
  • relevant to current issues/challenges,
  • presents new content or a fresh look at a specific topic,
  • relevant to those working in the industry,
  • content engages the audience, and has a clear benefit for delegates.

For further information and to submit an abstract please visit www.nodigdownunder.com.

No-Dig Poland Coming April 18-19 to Kielce

You are invited to participate in the 8th Conference of Trenchless Technologies NO-DIG POLAND, which is going to take place on 18-19 April 2018 in Kielce.

The conference began in 2005 and takes place every second year, and each of the previous editions were attended by a number of domestic and international participants (also from outside of Europe), including representatives from the scientific community, water supply and sewerage companies, design and construction companies, manufacturers of materials and equipment used in trenchless technologies.

The topics of the upcoming conference include issues closely related to the use of trenchless technologies in design, construction and renewal of underground infrastructure in the water, sewage, gas, road and rail industries, as well as in trenchless infrastructure tunnels.

The conference is an excellent opportunity to share knowledge and experience between public administration staff, scientists and professionals working in the water and wastewater sector.

For more information visit the conference website.

UKSTT Masterclass – Polyethylene Lining

 

 

 

 

UKSTT are holding their first Masterclass of 2018 on Polyethylene Lining at the Birmingham Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.

Date: 19th April 2018
Venue: Birmingham Motorcycle Museum | Solihull | West Midlands | B92 0EJ

Programme Highlights include:

  • PE Pipe: Materials, Properties, Design and Application
  • PE Lining: Methods & Techniques, Applications & Design
  • Jointing of PE Lining Pipes
  • UK & International Standards & Codes of Practice for PE Pipe Lining – Water, Gas & Wastewater
  • Pipe Bursting using PE Lining – Upsizing
  • Case Studies
  1. Sliplining
  2. Close Fit Fold & Form
  3. Close Fit Diameter Reduction

The UKSTT Masterclasses qualify for a CPD certificate which is an easy way for you to demonstrate your continued efforts to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. To request a CPD certificate please enquire when booking.

To register your attendance please return the Booking Form to admin@ukstt.org.uk

Cost to attend: £150pp + VAT.  UKSTT/FWA & PIG members receive a 10% discount. Price includes:
Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on arrival
Mid Morning Tea/Coffee & Biscuits
Two Course Hot & Cold Buffet Lunch
Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Biscuits
Free entry to the Motorcycle Museum
Copies of the full days presentations
Free wifi
CPD Certificate