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Dec 19, 2016
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Introducing the 1325B Lubrication and Bentonite Pump
Akkerman announces the addition of the 1325B Lubrication and Bentonite Pump to its line-up of guided boring lubrication solutions. The 1325B is a hydraulically-driven, high pressure bentonite pump for effective pilot tube lubrication and flushing of cuttings, particularly on long bores and downward slope alignments.
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Dec 16, 2016
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Flint crisis prompts lead pipe report revisit
A landmark paper on lead pipe rehabilitation and replacement techniques published by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) 15 years ago has been revisited by a member of the original project advisory committee.
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Dec 14, 2016
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German Minister for Economic Affairs Sigmar Gabriel fascinated by tunnel construction in Hong Kong
Sigmar Gabriel, the German Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, took the time in early November to inspect construction progress at one of the currently most important inner-city tunnel projects in Hong Kong – powered by high-tech Herrenknecht tunnel boring machines. The Minister and his delegation were fascinated by how top German technology is being used to develop groundbreaking infrastructure in Hong Kong. The mega-city is permanently rising above itself. Investments are being made in high-performance underground tunnel structures in particular to keep abreast of development by the city, setting international standards and realizing technical flagship projects.
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Dec 12, 2016
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Envirosight Offering Complimentary Printed Copies of Crawler Maintenance Logbook
For a limited time, sewer camera operators can request a free copy to help manage their dayto-
day maintenance activities.
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Dec 09, 2016
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Watts Sponsors Another Planet Water Clean Water Initiative
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS) announced its sponsorship in building a water filtration system at the Luoxiang Center Primary School in Luoxiang Township, Jinxiu County, Laibin City, Guangxi Autonomous Region in southwestern China, as part of a Planet Water Foundation initiative designed to bring clean water to communities around the world. The tower was erected on September 29, 2016.
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Dec 07, 2016
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Diversion Authority Shortlists Four P3 Teams Interested in Constructing the Diversion Project
The Metro Flood Diversion Authority (Diversion Authority) has completed its evaluations and interviews of the respondents to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Public-Private Partnership (P3) constructed portion of the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project (Diversion Project).
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Dec 05, 2016
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Rhino Linings Introduces HiChem™ 11-70 Chemical-Resistant Coating
Rhino Linings Corporation, a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of sprayed-on protective linings and coatings today released a new addition to its growing line of industrial-grade protective linings. HiChem 11-70 is a twocomponent, 100% solids, zero-VOC polyurethane lining, and is the company’s most chemical resistant product to date.
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Dec 02, 2016
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British Water hosts biggest-ever international reception
A record number of delegates attended British Water’s annual International Reception at the House of Commons on 13 October. Over 170 representatives from the water industry, government departments and academia gathered at the Terrace Pavilion for this event, which was hosted by Angela Smith MP, Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Water Group.
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Nov 30, 2016
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New Appointments at TRACTO-TECHNIK UK Ltd
With renewed focus on their extensive no dig product range, TRACTO-TECHNIK UK Ltd has set out to grow the business in the UK and the Export markets served. To make the best of the opportunities, Roger Atherton is appointed Area Sales Manager for Scotland & The North, Middle East and Southern Africa.
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Nov 28, 2016
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New innovations offered in TracStar® Series 2 line
McElroy announces the launch of a new series in its long-proven TracStar line that is more functional and efficient than ever before.
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Nov 25, 2016
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Announcing the 24th Annual Microtunneling Short Course
Since its inception in 1994, the annual Microtunneling Short Course has been the premier event devoted to advancing the industry. Much like the microtunneling market itself, the Microtunneling Short Course has evolved to meet the needs of professionals new to the market, as well as seasoned veterans looking to catch up on the latest developments. The 24th annual course returns to Boulder, Colorado, Feb. 7-9, 2017, with the one-day Pilot Tube Seminar on Feb. 6.
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Nov 23, 2016
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Message from Tom Iseley, Director of UNITRACC International
As the director of the Trenchless Technology Center (TTC) at Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech), I am pleased to accept the responsibility for serving as the director of UNITRACC international. I have monitored the development of UNITRACC education and training platform for over 20 years as developed by Stein & Partner Consult GmbH (S&P).
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Nov 21, 2016
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Robbins TBM dubbed ‘Driller Mike’ digs Atlanta
Swiftly-Assembled Machine to bore Emergency Water Supply Tunnel
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Nov 18, 2016
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Improvements in the pipeline for Kingsbridge
A £250,000 scheme to improve Kingsbridge's sewer network started in October.
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Nov 16, 2016
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Bangalore Fanfare Marks Final Breakthrough for Robbins EPB
Highly Anticipated Photo Finish wraps up Tunneling at Massive Metro
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Nov 14, 2016
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Doha tunnels its way to the top: 111 kilometers of new metro tunnels in 26 months
September 25, 2016, 10.44 a.m. local time in Doha, Hamad International Airport: unstoppable and precisely a 7 meter tunnel boring machine pierces the final target wall of the "Red Line South". It is the last of 76 breakthroughs in the gigantic milestone project Doha Metro. The TBM breaking through marks the spectacular finale of one of the most ambitious tunnel structures in the world. Cleverly master-planned and highly professionally directed by client Qatar Rail, it took just 26 months to provide the capital of Qatar with three city-wide metro lines: 111 kilometers of brand new, ultra-modern metro tunnel systems. Where before there was nothing, at peak times 2.5 kilometers of tunnel per week were added underground. The result is not only an entry in the Guinness Book of Records.
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Nov 11, 2016
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HammerHead® Trenchless releases first of next-generation winches
HammerHead Trenchless Equipment, a Charles Machine Works company, has introduced the powerful, new HammerHead HydroGuide® HG1200 winch optimally designed to be more efficient and easy to use in pipe-bursting, slip-lining or slitting applications. This new iteration of the popular HydroGuide line of winches features a patented, self-deploying hydraulic downrigger, improved performance and additional safety features.
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Nov 09, 2016
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Watex 2016: An Industry on the Upswing
At the WATEX in Tehran, Iran, IBAK impressed with convincing quality made in Germany, enjoyed a good turnout on their stand at the German Pavilion and renewed the contacts made before the sanctions were imposed.
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Nov 07, 2016
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TTC Expands Global E-Learning Options for Water Professionals
The Trenchless Technology Center (TTC) at Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA, and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stein & Partner, GmbH (S&P) based in Bochum, Germany, recently entered into an agreement to expand the awareness of the UNITRACC (Underground Infrastructure Training and Competence Centre) training and learning programs. This joint initiative will be led by TTC director Dr. Tom Iseley and Dr. Robert Stein, CEO for S&P.
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Nov 04, 2016
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In-flow sewer inspection identifies severe corrosion
A severely corroded rising sewer main, which had lost two-thirds of its wall thickness in places, was detected for Yorkshire Water by JD7 using its Pipescan+ technology.
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Nov 02, 2016
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Brandenburger Liner accomplishes a great deal in Krakow
Installing a 280-metre-long GFRP pipe liner with a 1500 diameter and only ten millimetre thickness is quite a feat. And to pull it all off under a river with the sewer separated from the river's water by only one metre of earth – that is something else entirely. That is what Brandenburger Liner from Landau accomplished in Krakow, Poland, in August under somewhat difficult circumstances.
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Oct 31, 2016
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Iran’s water and wastewater market open for UK business
British Water represents UK companies in Tehran / Iran looking for expertise and investment as sanctions lift / Over a trillion dollars investment in infrastructure needed
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Oct 28, 2016
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Rhino Linings Corporation Introduces Structural Linings for Trenchless Pipeline Repairs
PipeLiner 5000 11-70 PW and PipeLiner 5100 PW self-supporting polymer pipe liners make
pipeline repairs quick and easy.
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Oct 26, 2016
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Full House expected at Plastic Pipe Conference in Las Vegas
Announcing the venue, Conference Chairman Zoran Davidovski says: “Our recent Berlin
Conference was a resounding success. It attracted almost 450 participants from 43 countries
and covered the very latest developments in plastic pipe technology as well as the global
industry that pioneers its application.”
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Oct 24, 2016
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IBAK host the Rapid View Dealer Meeting
In mid-September a delegation from the United States was at the annual Rapid View Dealer Meeting in IBAK headquarters in Kiel. In one week, business relations were deepened, new products introduced, problems discussed, and solutions found.
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