Poster Session 2021 – ACPA Pipe School

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Welcome to the 2021 Pipe School Poster Session!

Traditionally, the poster session venue is a large, actual room, featuring many posters on easels, with each having a presenter to discuss the poster topic face-to-face. Not to be deterred, this year’s Poster Session is virtual. Below, you will discover a number of brief, pre-recorded presentations on a variety of important topics to add to the value of your experience in this event. We hope you enjoy watching these educational videos and that they improve your knowledge of concrete pipe and storm drainage.

Sustainability & Concrete Pipe
Riley Dvorak, PE
Forterra

Why is concrete pipe the most sustainable drainage material? Low carbon emissions per unit weight…

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RCP Structural Fundamentals
Douglas J. Holdener, PE
FCPA

Ever wonder what is the purpose of the in-plant three-edge bearing test? Or how the installation effects…

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Women in Concrete
Kim Spahn, PE
ACPA

An increasing presence of female leaders is strengthening the concrete pipe industry. Learn about the Women…

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DOTD Construction Inspection: Moving in the E-Direction
Tyson Rupnow, PhD, PE
Mary Leah Coco, PhD
La. Transport. Research Center

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is moving toward an electronic…

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The Making of the Atoka Pipeline Microtunnel Pipe
Carl Pitzer
Thompson Pipe Group

This project epitomizes why we gravitated to civil engineering! The Thompson Pipe Group team explains…

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Precast Repair Standards
Margarita Takou, PhD, PE
Technical Resource Manager, ACPA
Paul Krauss, PE, PE
Principal, WJE

Engineers commonly ask about what and how to repair concrete pipe and precast concrete box culverts…

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Accelerated Bridge Construction: Keys to Success
Trygve Hoff, PE
ACPA

An overview of the Accelerated Precast Construction (APC) concept, key constructibility aspects…

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Concrete Pipe Industry: Steady & Responsible Innovation
Heather Christensen, EIT
Geneva Pipe & Precast

While necessary for societal advancements, innovation can also present risks. When it comes to infrastructure…

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Pipe Inspection & Evaluation Tools
Al Hogan, PE
ACPA Engineer

Engineers now have a complete suite of concrete pipe inspection standards to complement established…

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DIY Demonstration of Pipe-Soil Interaction
Donald E. McNutt, PE
ACPA

Whether you are an experienced engineer or a high-schooler in a S.T.E.M. class, you’ll enjoy this DIY…

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Another Stormwater Drainage Pipe Failure
Cecil Connor, PE
ACPA

Imagine the disruption that a stormwater pipe failure would cause in your neighborhood. Or worse…

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Efficient Concrete Pipe Inspections
Douglas J. Holdener, PE
ACPA

An engineering based process for inspecting, evaluating, and accepting installed concrete pipe offers…

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RCP Joint Design & Gasket Basics
Alan Siebenthaler
Hamilton Kent

An overview of various concrete pipe joint designs and sealant types…

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3% or 5% Deflection Limit for Polypropylene Pipe
Angel De Jesus, PE
County Materials

Agencies that allow HDPE and PP storm pipes are investing in polymer experts to maintain quality…

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Iowa Emergency Precast Box Culverts
Bill Adams, PE
ACPA

Catastrophic culvert washouts are frightening, An Iowa agency was faced with an emergency culvert…

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Basics of Concrete Pipe
Corey Fraser, PE
Concrete Pipe NW

Ever wonder what “Class III RCP” actually means? Watch and learn about various RCP strength classes…

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Caltrans Emergency Repair Project – Case Study
Edgar A. Benitez
Forterra

Caltrans had to react quickly in the spring of 2018 when a 120″ CMP pipe was damaged on a high…

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ACPA Supports AASHTO
Josh Beakley, PE
ACPA

The ACPA values its relationship and contributions to AASHTO and its members. Please watch to learn…

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Box Culverts
Walt Catlett, PE
ACPA

Precast box culverts are innovative, used in a wide range of applications, and may be customized to suit…

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Standard Trench Installation of RCP
Ileisa Lambert, PE
Forterra

Is proper installation important to pipe performance? You bet! Good thing there are tools like this…

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Design Resilient Infrastructure and Mitigate Wildfire Risk
Gean Na, PE
CA Precast Concrete Pipe Association

Natural elements – water and fire – can test storm pipe resiliency. Should engineers consider the risk…

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Before the “Before,” Consider the “After”
John Washabaugh, PE
Northern Concrete Pipe

Before specifying plastic or metal pipe, consider the long-term risks of these products in contrast to the…

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Using Industry Experts to Improve Your Specifications
Jason M. Allen, PE
Mountain State Concrete Pipe Association

The Utah Chapter of the APWA uses a diverse committee of municipal engineers, consultants, and…

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Grass Roots Relationship Outreach
Russell Tripp, PE
Forterra

A fundamental approach to developing grass roots relationships with elected officials and key…

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Accelerated Precast Construction
Don Conrad, PE, M. ASCE
Forterra

Accelerated precast construction reduces on-site construction time, improves worker safety and product…

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Joints & Gaskets: Why it is Important to Equalize
Jennifer Harrell, PE
ACPA

Proper gasket equalization is an important step in the use of certain pipe joint sealing systems. Learn…

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Pipe to Structure Connections
Ashley Isaacson, EIT
Forterra

Junction structures, such as manholes or vaults, are an important component to underground piping…

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Trenchless Installation of Concrete Pipe
Alex Aldridge
Rinker Materials

If you need to install a pipe in a heavily populated or congested area, a trenchless installation may…

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Leadership Qualities that Fuel Engagement
Doug Dayton, PE
ACPA

Employees are any company or organization’s greatest asset. Engaged employees are one of the best…

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Pipe Inspection & Evaluation Tools
Al Hogan, PE
South East Regional Engineer – American Concrete Pipe Association

Engineers now have a complete suite of concrete pipe inspection standards to complement established manufacturing and installation quality control. AASHTO R-73, ASTM C1840, and AASHTO’s Guide Specifications for Highway Construction are critical documents to keep in your technical library and reference in specifications on inspection.

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Another Stormwater Drainage Pipe Failure
Cecil Connor, PE
Director, Georgia Chapter of the American Concrete Pipe Association

Imagine the disruption that a stormwater pipe failure would cause in your neighborhood. Concrete pipe is consistently used as a replacement to other failing pipe materials. Take a look at this CMP failure in Suwanee, Georgia that threatened the surrounding homes.

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Concrete Pipe Industry: Steady and Responsible Innovation
Heather Christensen, EIT
Technical Marketing Manager – Geneva Pipe and Precast, A Northwest Pipe Company

Innovation is an important aspect of societal growth but some innovations can have unforeseen consequences upon implementation. When it comes to infrastructure, it is critical that innovations are implemented responsibly and with the highest regard to public safety. The concrete pipe industry is a great example of how responsible innovations can fuel steady advancements. For more information on key concrete pipe innovations, see the ACPA Innovations Webinar.

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Basics of Concrete Pipe – Pipe Classes
Corey Fraser, PE
Director, Concrete Pipe Northwest

Ever wonder what “Class III RCP” actually means? Watch and learn about various RCP strength classes and the importance of ASTM C76, ACPA’s Fill Height Tables, and PipePac software.

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Leadership Qualities that Fuel Employee Engagement
Doug Dayton, PE
President – American Concrete Pipe Association

Employees are any company or organization’s greatest asset. Engaged employees are one of the best ways to fuel success. Learn about these 10 leadership traits that help supervisors engage and inspire their employees.

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Caltrans Emergency Repair Project – Case Study
Edgar Benitez
Technical Resource Manager – Forterra

Caltrans had to react quickly in the spring of 2018 when a 120″ CMP pipe was damaged on a high-volume roadway from a storm event in Tuolumne County. The culvert was replaced with over 200 feet of RCP installed 60 feet below the finish grade of the road.

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Women in Concrete Alliance (WICA)
Kim Spahn, PE
Vice President – American Concrete Pipe Association
President – Research & Education Foundation, American Concrete Pipe Association

An increasing presence of female leaders is strengthening the concrete pipe industry. Learn about the Women in Concrete Alliance (WICA) which works to provide opportunity for networking and growth, as well as inspiration for woman choosing the concrete industry as a career path.

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Precast Repair Standards
Margarita Takou, PhD, PE
Technical Resource Manager – American Concrete Pipe Association
Paul Krauss, PE
Principal – WJE

Engineers commonly ask about what and how to repair concrete pipe and precast concrete box culverts. ASTM C76, C1433, C1577, and AASHTO R-73 provide an engineering approach to making acceptance and repair decisions.

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Box Culverts
Walt Catlett, PE
Southwest Region Engineer – American Concrete Pipe Association

Precast box culverts are innovative, used in a wide range of applications, and may be customized to suit. They empower public agencies to save money and time on drainage and transportation projects.

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RCP Joint Design & Gasket Basics
Alan Siebenthaler
Marketing/Territory Manager – Hamilton Kent

This video will provide an overview of concrete joint and gasket types. Learn about the differences of installation and application of gaskets on the three most common concrete joint types.

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3% or 5% Deflection Limit for Polypropylene Pipe
Angel De Jesus, PE
Technical Resource Engineer – County Materials

Agencies that allow HDPE and PP storm pipes are investing in polymer experts to maintain quality assurance. HDPE and PP are different materials. Material-specific deflection limits may be warranted for post installation inspections.

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Iowa Emergency Precast Box Culverts
Bill Adams
Agency Relations Director – American Concrete Pipe Association

Catastrophic culvert washouts are frightening, An Iowa agency was faced with an emergency culvert replacement. Watch this incredible case study to learn how they did it.

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DIY Demonstration of Pipe-Soil Interaction
Donald E. McNutt, PE
Great Lakes Region Engineer – American Concrete Pipe Association

Whether you are an experienced engineer or a high-schooler in a S.T.E.M. class, you’ll enjoy this DIY illustration of how concrete and plastic pipes interact with their engineered soil embedments.

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RCP Structural Fundamentals
Douglas J. Holdener, PE
Director – Florida Concrete Pipe Association

Ever wonder what is the purpose of the in-plant three-edge bearing test? Or how the installation effects structural design or performance? Ever wonder what is the purpose of the in-plant three-edge bearing test? Or how the installation effects structural design or performance? To learn more about concrete pipe design and strength classes, please see ACPA’s Fill Height Tables.

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Efficient Concrete Pipe Inspections
Douglas J. Holdener, PE
Director – Florida Concrete Pipe Association

An engineering-based process for inspecting, evaluating, and accepting installed concrete pipe offers efficiency, consistency, and confidence. Standards such as ASTM C1840 provide expert guidance on efficient concrete pipe inspections.

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Design Resilient Infrastructure and Mitigate Wildfire Risk
Gean Na, PE
Director, California Precast Concrete Pipe Association

Natural elements – water and fire – can test storm pipe resiliency. Should engineers consider the risk and consequence of fire to storm drainage lifecycle? Some compelling data and case studies from California to consider.

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Using Industry Experts to Improve Your Specifications
Jason M. Allen, PE
Director – Mountain States Concrete Pipe Association

The Utah Chapter of the APWA uses a diverse committee of municipal engineers, consultants, and industry association representatives to manage and maintain a widely-used Standard Specification resource.

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Joints & Gaskets: Why it is Important to Equalize
Jennifer Harrell, PE
Central Region Engineer – American Concrete Pipe Association

Proper gasket equalization is an important step in the use of certain pipe joint sealing systems. Learn why and how to properly equalize a concrete pipe profile gasket.

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ACPA Supports AASHTO
Josh Beakley, PE
Vice President of Technical Services – American Concrete Pipe Association

The ACPA values its relationship and contributions to AASHTO and its members. Please watch to learn how the ACPA team supports AASHTO at a national and state level.

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Sustainability & Concrete Pipe
Riley Dvorak, PE
Technical Resource Engineer – Forterra

Why is concrete pipe the most sustainable drainage material? Low carbon emissions per unit weight and a high expected service life to name just a couple reasons. Learn more in this video.

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Grass Roots Relationship Outreach
Russell Tripp, PE
Technical Resource Engineer – Forterra

A fundamental approach to developing grass roots relationships with elected officials and key stakeholders.

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Accelerated Bridge Construction: Keys to Success
Trygve W. Hoff, PE
Northeast Region Engineer – American Concrete Pipe Association

An overview of the Accelerated Precast Construction (APC) concept, key constructibility aspects, and a Wyoming APC case study. Plus Trygve’s favorite sandwich and bread-making tips.

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Before the “Before,” Consider the “After”
John W. Washabaugh
Vice President – Northern Concrete Pipe

Before specifying plastic or metal pipe, consider the long-term risks of these products in contrast to the reliability, durability, and resiliency of concrete pipe. In 25-plus years out, with what “after” story do you wish to be associated?

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DOTD Construction Inspection: Moving in the E-Direction
Tyson D. Rupnow, PhD, PE
Louisiana Transportation Research Center
Mary Leah Coco, PhD
Louisiana Transportation Research Center

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is moving toward an electronic-based inspection platform. The benefits of an electronic inspection system include improved efficiency, productivity, data quality, and accessibility.

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Trenchless Installation of Concrete Pipe
Alex Aldridge
Product Resource Specialist – Rinker Materials

If you need to install a pipe in a heavily populated or congested area, a trenchless installation may be the right way to go. Check out this video to learn more about trenchless installations of concrete pipe and whether it might be right for your next project.

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Pipe to Structure Connections
Ashley Isaacson, EIT
Technical Resource Manager – Forterra

Junction structures, such as manholes or vaults, are an important component to underground piping infrastructure. The method that a pipe is connected to a structure will play a critical role in the system’s performance and longevity. Standards such as ASTM C923 and ASTM C1478 provide guidance on resilient connectors standards.

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Accelerated Precast Construction
Don Conrad, PE, M. ASCE
Technical Resource Engineer – Forterra

Accelerated precast construction reduces on-site construction time, improves worker safety and product quality control, and minimizes environmental impact. Learn about how accelerated precast construction can help save time and money on your next project.

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Standard Trench Installation of RCP
Ileisa Lambert
Technical Resources Engineer – Forterra

Is proper installation important to pipe performance? You bet! Good thing there are tools like this step-by-step guide video, ASTM C1479, and other ACPA Resources on Installation to help you understand the process of installing concrete pipe and how it differs from installing flexible pipe.

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Reinforced Concrete Micro-tunneling Pipe
Carl Pitzer
Trenchless Manager – Thompson Pipe Group

This project epitomizes why we gravitated to civil engineering! The Thompson Pipe Group team explains the details of the concrete pipe used for the Atoka Pipeline Water Transmission Line Project, the largest water line project in North America.

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About Pipe School

Pipe School is the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA)’s annual event where members, DOTs, consulting engineers, subject matter experts, and other industry personnel get together to discuss, learn, and engage with one another. The school advances the industry by teaching classes on production, advanced production, and quality, while engaging with industry stakeholders to ensure that they are provided with information vital to their decision making process.