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Jun 24, 2024
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gwf Wasser | Abwasser
New Facade Technology HydroSKIN Promises to Shield Buildings from Flooding and Heat
In light of recent devastating floods and extreme heat events in Germany, researchers at the University of Stuttgart have developed HydroSKIN, a new facade technology designed to protect buildings from these climate-related challenges.
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Jun 21, 2024
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TRACTO-Technik GmbH & CO. KG
Unlocking HDD excellence
In collaboration with TRACTO Australia, Adtech Contracting is advancing its horizontal directional drilling capabilities on a river crossing project in Seymour, Victoria.
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Jun 19, 2024
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Empire Infrastructure
Building an empire in New Zealand
Empire Infrastructure has become a major player on the New Zealand trenchless market thanks to several significant sewer upgrade projects and its partnership with Parkinson and Holland.
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Jun 14, 2024
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R&R McClure Excavations Pty Ltd
Breaking the mould in trenchless
From job management to procurement, R&R McClure Excavations general manager Kelly McClure is adamant: trenchless is much more than being on the tools.
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Jun 12, 2024
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Adept Civil Group
Paving the way
While the trenchless industry is considered to be a predominantly male industry, Adept Civil Group supervisor Maddison Corrie is breaking ceilings and challenging the stereotypes.
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Jun 10, 2024
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Pipe Core
Zero-emission cleaning
Discover ROM bv: Leading innovators in high-pressure cleaning technology, available through Pipe Core.
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Jun 07, 2024
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Vortex
United Felts Expands West Coast Operations
United Felts (formerly Applied Felts Ltd. & FerraTex Solutions), recently announced the addition of a state-of-the-art wet-out facility in Montana. This facility is a significant milestone in United Felts’ strategic growth, enhancing its capacity to deliver cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) liner products in wet or dry formats more efficiently, swiftly, and cost-effectively to West Coast and Canadian customers.
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Jun 05, 2024
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Trenchless Technology
Sharon M. Bueno
Kelowna Has Big Plans for Underground Infrastructure in 2024
The City of Kelowna, British Columbia is set to invest $95 million in infrastructure projects in 2024, with $34 million of that dedicated to projects focused on its underground utility network.
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Jun 03, 2024
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Trelleborg Group
Keeping Tokyo flowing with the PowerCUTTER 200
In Tokyo, Japan, with millions of pipes in constant need of repair and replacement, complications are common. One such incident involved the failed installation by a contractor of a cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) liner in a specific section of the system. Using Trelleborg’s state-of-the-art robotic cutter, PowerCUTTER 200, a solution was found.
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Jun 03, 2024
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WiseOnWater
Sponge city champion delivers keynote at BlueTech Forum
The award-winning urban landscape architect behind China’s sponge city movement will deliver a keynote speech at BlueTech Forum 2024, which is held in Edinburgh, Scotland, on 2-4 June. Kongjian Yu’s innovative water-friendly infrastructure is transforming approaches to urban landscapes around the world, including 70 cities already completed in China.
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May 31, 2024
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Trenchless Technology
Sharon M. Bueno
Trenchless Pioneers: Frank Canon
Trenchless Pioneers is a special monthly series sharing with readers the trailblazers who grew and expanded the trenchless industry.
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May 29, 2024
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TRACTO-Technik GmbH & CO. KG
Trenchless technology hands on: TRACTO gives insight into the future of pipeline construction
"Why dig trenches when there are better solutions?" To further establish sustainable trenchless construction methods, TRACTO regularly offers its customers and partners the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of the innovative company.
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May 27, 2024
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Trenchless Technology
Sharon M. Bueno
Toronto Assesses Its Assets
Toronto embarked on a comprehensive sewer inspection and condition assessment program in 2014
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May 24, 2024
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Aquacycl
How Aquacycl Exceeded Wastewater KPIS For PepsiCo
Case Study - PepsiCo; Location: Fresno, CA
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May 22, 2024
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Pipe Core
Discover Vertiliner through Pipe Core
Vertiliner is reshaping the landscape of sustainable water management with an independent structural solution for maintenance holes and chamber rehabilitation.
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May 17, 2024
News
The Engineer
Jon Excell
Reverse engineering the insect brain
UK technology start-up Opteran is on a mission to transform the world of autonomy with advanced “natural intelligence” technology that mimics the brains of insects. Jon Excell reports.
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May 14, 2024
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Info Tiles
InfoTiles to advance data-driven power generation solution
Norwegian digital analytics company, InfoTiles, known for its innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in water and wastewater management, is extending its expertise to develop data-driven advancements in the energy sector.
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May 12, 2024
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The Engineer
Jon Excell
Labour pledge to tackle four key barriers in UK energy transition
Grid delays, planning delays, the ‘growing’ skills gap and supply chain problems will be rectified by the Labour party if it wins the next general election.
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May 10, 2024
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Australian Custom pipes
A master in customised pipes
Australian Custom Pipes no longer needs an introduction. The independent, Australian-owned polyethylene pipe manufacturer has been making waves for more than 20 years.
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May 08, 2024
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Riteline
Improving trenchless installations with Riteline
Riteline spacers have been successfully appraised by the Water Services Association of Australia, providing a new option for pipeline installations that complies with WSA PS-324 for casing spacers.
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May 06, 2024
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M. Tucker & Sons
Redefining relining in Wodonga
In a step towards enhancing stormwater infrastructure, M. Tucker & Sons recently completed a challenging relining project for the Wodonga City Council.
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Apr 29, 2024
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Yara Valley Water
Minimising cultural impacts with trenchless
Through the benefits of trenchless technology, Yarra Valley Water is minimising impacts on the Upper Darebin Creek branch sewer project.
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Apr 26, 2024
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bothar Boring & Tunneling
Bothar’s cutting head innovation
The trenchless industry in Australia continues to grow and the need to provide customised solutions becomes vital for a leading subsurface contractor.
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Apr 24, 2024
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gwf Wasser | Abwasser
Hildegard Lyko
Sustainable drainage solutions: German Start-up transforms urban water management.
Germany boasts a well-established infrastructure for managing rainwater and wastewater, yet many developing countries lack such systems. Addressing this gap, a pioneering start-up from Kaiserslautern has devised a new solution: software that streamlines the design and optimization of sustainable drainage systems, accounting for factors like blue-green infrastructure. This innovative technology not only serves as a vital tool for municipalities but also aligns with global efforts towards clean water accessibility, as outlined in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
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Apr 22, 2024
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Vermeer Australia
HDD tooling that gets the job done
Horizontal directional drilling is a dynamic process that constantly changes and adapts to suit a range of applications across utilities and infrastructure. Operators looking to get the most from their equipment need to partner with suppliers that offer the best.
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