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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
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SUMMARY:Chairman's Luncheon & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Location: Aminah Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nDescription: \nThe Award Luncheon will recognize the Journeyman\, Mel Marshal Award\, QCast\, P3\, IMPACT\, RCPix\, Chairman’s Safety and Quality Award Winners.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/chairmans-luncheon-awards/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Ceremony,Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T104000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T114500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T032744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T033500Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe and box design for INDOT using HY-8
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Mark Bailey\, P.E. – INDOT\n \nPresentation Description: \nwhich version of HY-8 INDOT requires and why (newer versions incorrectly calculate the hydraulics when in a sump condition)\nthe various inputs used by INDOT for design in HY-8 and what we look for when selecting a proposed structure size \nSpeaker Bio: \nMr. Bailey graduated from Purdue University in 2001 with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. He was the director of the division of hydraulic engineering at INDOT for eight years until his promotion to the managing director of engineering in 2023. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-box-design-for-indot-using-hy-8/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T093500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T103500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T032233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T033400Z
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SUMMARY:Conduit is the New Currency
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Jeff Syar\, P.E. – ODOT\n \nPresentation Description: \nThe Ohio DOT has approximately 91\,000 conduits consisting of culverts and storm sewers under pavement. Conduits are a tier one asset with a dedicated annual allocation consisting of 22 million dollars to address deficiencies identified by routine inspection practices. \nData collected by the Conduit Management Program has immense value that can be mined for various purposes well into the future. Data assists in making informed decisions to optimize operations\, reduce costs\, and improve the resiliency of this transportation asset. \nThe presentation will cover the following: \n-Origin of the Conduit Management Program- What\, who\, and when the program started \n-Pitfalls/suggestions/lessons learned for other DOTs or Local Governments thinking about starting a Conduit Management Program \n-Leveraging Conduit Data \n-Future direction\, research needs \nSpeaker Bio: \nMr. Jeffrey E. Syar is currently employed as the Office of Hydraulic Engineering Administrator with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). He has been in this role since May of 2011 when the Office was officially created. \nPrior to this position\, he served as the Digital Mapping Manager with the Office of Aerial Engineering with ODOT from June 2006 to May 2011 and as a Hydraulic Engineer in the Office of Structural Engineering Hydraulic Section with ODOT from February 2002 to June 2006. \nPrior to serving at the Ohio Department of Transportation\, he was a design Consultant from June 1996 to February 2002 where he performed roadway\, railway\, and bikeway designs with an emphasis on hydrology and hydraulics. \nHe is a graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering and he is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/conduit-is-the-new-currency/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T093000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T031911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T205905Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe Installation Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Don McNutt\, P.E. – American Concrete Pipe Association\n \nPresentation Description: \nLearn how properly adhering to ASTM installation standards for pipe will increase the longevity and value of infrastructure by reducing potential failures and decreasing maintenance costs. Gain an understanding of the differences that ACPA has documented comparing the installation of flexible and rigid culverts. This course can empower specifiers\, designers\, inspectors\, and installers to ensure existing and planned pipe projects adhere to specified standards. \nKey Takeaways \n1. Understand the proper handling techniques for pipes on the jobsite. \n2. Learn the differences in the trench details for reinforced concrete pipe and plastic pipe products. \n3. Learn the differences between the four Standard Installation Types for RCP \nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon has been working for the ACPA since the beginning of 2018. As the North Central Region Engineer\, he supports the producers in North Dakota\, South Dakota\, Minnesota\, Wisconsin\, Michigan\, Ohio\, Illinois\, Indiana\, Kentucky\, and West Virginia to advance the ACPA Strategic Plan. Working with their market teams to build relationships with DOT\, Country\, and Municipality Engineers/Decision-makers to protect good specifications or improve specifications for the benefit of reinforced concrete pipe and boxes. He is active in the education committee with regards to the P3 program\, PIPE Training Program\, and the Annual Pipe School. Currently\, he is an active voting member of ASTM C13.02 Reinforced Sewer and Culvert Pipe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-installation-best-practices/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241108T212958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T164309Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe Show & Casino Night
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nVIEW THE EXHIBITOR LIST \nThe Pipe Show is a trade show created exclusively for the concrete pipe industry and is open for all Pipe School attendees.  With over 25 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show! \n\n\n\nThe Casino Night\, presented by Afinitas\, is a new addition to Pipe School and will allow attendees to engage with ACPA associate members\, connect with industry partners\, and network with peers.  The event caps off the Pipe Show and provides an energetic and exciting way to interact with industry personnel.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-show-casino-night/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,Social,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T151000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T031403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194614Z
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SUMMARY:Hydraulic Issues Related to Rehabilitation of Culverts
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  David Claman\, P.E. – FHWA Resource Center\n \nPresentation Description: \nThe design of culverts is dependent upon many factors that influence hydraulic capacity based on operating in inlet or outlet control.\nThe presentation will discuss these factors and how the culvert hydraulic capacity is affected (or not) by different rehabilitation techniques.  Different culvert material types along with distinct rehabilitation methods will be discussed. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDave Claman has over 40 years of experience in the water resource engineering field.  He is currently a Hydraulic Engineer for the FHWA Resource Center.  Prior to working for FHWA\, Dave was the supervisor for the Preliminary Bridge Unit of the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Bridges & Structures Bureau for 26 years. \nDave has been involved in many research projects on the local\, state and national level regarding climate change\, flood mitigation\, culvert sedimentation and bridge scour. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/hydraulic-issues-related-to-rehabilitation-of-culverts/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T141000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T031120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T215414Z
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SUMMARY:Engineering Ethics
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Luther Liggett – Graff & McGovern\n \nPresentation Description: \nI. Concept-based ethics vs. rule-based ethics.\nA. NSPE Code of Ethics\nB. Ohio’s Code of Ethics for Engineers and Surveyors R.C. Chapter 4733.\nC. Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Rules R.C. Chapter 4740.\nD. Business benefit of practicing ethics and professional conduct.\nII. Disciplinary Procedure\nIII. Plan Stamping: How to avoid misuse of engineer’s seal [handout]\nIV. Statehouse Update: Retainage Reform \nSpeaker Bio: \nLuther Liggett is an Ohio attorney in his 44th year. Previously\, Liggett served as an Ohio Assistant Attorney General and as a City Law Director\, currently focusing on a law practice in Public Contracting\, Construction and Government Relations\, representing private-sector clients across the state as a registered lobbyist and litigator. \nAs only one of eight Administrative Agency Law Certified Specialists in Ohio\, Liggett has drafted legislation and administrative rules\, and represented professionals before licensing agencies and in court\, including in the Ohio Court of Claims and before the Ohio Supreme Court. \nAttending college and law school in Washington\, D.C.\, Liggett received his undergraduate and law degrees from The George Washington University\, where he worked on Capitol Hill for Senator John Glenn. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/engineering-ethics/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T135500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T025742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T201026Z
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SUMMARY:Post-Installation Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Melitza Avila – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nJoin me to explore post-installation inspection guided by National Standards such as AASHTO and ASTM. These inspections validate proper installation and structural integrity\, offering Owner’s assurance before project close-out or final acceptance. \nSpeaker Bio: \nMelitza Avila is a Technical Resource Specialist based out of the East Coast of Central Florida. Melitza has been in the Concrete Pipe industry since 2007 working in several roles including Project Manager and Sales. In her current role she is an active member of ASTM Committees C13 for Concrete Pipe\, C27 for Precast Concrete Structures\, E60 for Sustainability and E64 for Stormwater Control Measures. She takes pride in promoting concrete pipe through national standards and sharing specifications with agencies across the State of Florida. Melitza is also certified with NASSCO PACP\, for pipeline assessment. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/post-installation-inspection-2/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20250204T153734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T195506Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe Show - Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Location: Aminah Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nVIEW THE EXHIBITOR LIST \nThe Pipe Show is a trade show created exclusively for the concrete pipe industry and is open for all Pipe School attendees.  With over 25 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-show-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T115500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T024949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T040508Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Cracking in RCP
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Joe Romanyk\, EIT – County Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nIn this presentation\, a discussion on cracking of reinforced concrete pipe will occur. Cracks are an intended design feature in reinforced concrete. \nA discussion on the theory of reinforced concrete design and how it relates to RCP crack control will occur. \nAttendees will learn about the different cracking types considered when using the Direct Design Method. They will learn to\nbetter identify these cracks and the reason for their occurrence. A discussion will be had on the effect of the durability of the structure after these cracks occur as well as resources to use on accepting cracks. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJoe Romanyk\, EIT\, is a recent graduate of Purdue University where he studied Civil Engineering for both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Joe is passionate about concrete design and durability. He finds that though the topic is not rocket science\, it is still pretty hard… \nJoe is the proud father of Hadley Romanyk\, his 1yr old Australian Shepherd\, who he named after a cement chemist. \nIn his leisure\, Joe is hiking\, camping\, playing board games\, and/or eating spicy food. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/understanding-cracking-in-rcp/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T105500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T014650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T015413Z
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SUMMARY:Constructability Reviews - A Primer
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Bob Hildebranski\, P.E. – Orion Engineers\n \nPresentation Description: \nConstructability reviews are conducted during various phases of a design effort. The structured review is performed to validate that a project can be built as designed\, identify potential construction-related issues and develop & present alternatives to the design team for evaluation. The review is typically performed by a team member who is not directly involved in design document preparations and who is experienced in the construction phases of similarly-scoped projects. \n“Constructability Reviews – A Primer” will cover various aspects of the process and provide attendees with principles\, ideas & tools they can use in performing plan & constructability reviews for their organizations. The session will cover: \n-The purpose of a constructability review \n-Credentials of a constructability reviewer \n-Checklists and why they are crucial components to a constructability review \n-Tools for conveying constructability review comments \n-A process for reviewing a set of contract documents that includes:\n–Understanding the project parameters & scope at a high level\n–Assembling documents & project strip maps to be used for the review\n–Making a 30-minute scoping flip-through of the documents\n–The importance of assessing the underground conditions\n–Finding the “Big Rocks” first\, then digging into the details \nSpeaker Bio: \nBob is a licensed professional civil engineering\, a 35-year veteran of the heavy highway & infrastructure industry\, primarily serving DOT’s and municipal agencies as a resident engineer & construction manager. He has been involved in corporate & construction management\, infrastructure planning\, development & design and construction surveying. He is an adjunct instructor at Joliet Junior College\, teaching a course in construction layout. Bob hosts a website & “The Construction Engineering Show Podcast\,” both primarily focused on civil & construction engineering. \nBob resides in Plainfield\, Illinois with his wife Beth. He is a volunteer member of the Plainfield Emergency Management Agency and a Brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt. Their daughter Chloe teaches high school English in Iowa and son Jack is working towards a degree exercise science. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/constructability-reviews-a-primer/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T095500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20250117T025814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T032353Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau C – 4th Floor \nEmbark on a virtual tour as we travel north of Orlando to Rinker Pipe’s Apopka\, FL\, concrete pipe plant to witness the meticulous processes and stringent standards that define the production of high-quality concrete pipe.  Guided live by hosts from Rinker and the ACPA\, this tour provides a comprehensive look into the operations and craftsmanship involved in creating one of the most reliable materials used in critical infrastructure projects. \nStarting with the raw materials\, viewers will explore the aggregate and essential components that form the building blocks of concrete pipe. Follow the journey through the intricate welding of the cages\, the precise pouring of concrete\, and the critical curing process that ensures durability and strength. The tour will not stop at production; participants will also witness rigorous testing procedures that every pipe undergoes to meet and exceed industry standards. \nContinuing to the jobsite\, the tour will illustrate the practical application and installation of concrete pipe\, highlighting its importance in real-world infrastructure settings. Throughout the tour\, our live hosts will discuss the people\, planning\, and passion behind the production\, emphasizing the commitment to quality that the industry and nation rely on. \nKey Takeaways \n\nGain an in-depth understanding of the complete manufacturing cycle of concrete pipe\, from the initial handling of raw materials to the final stages of curing and testing\nUnderstand the role of quality control and testing protocols that ensure concrete pipe meets industry standards\nWitness how skilled workers and precise engineering contribute to the manufacturing of concrete pipe\nObserve how concrete pipes are transported\, handled\, and installed in real-world construction sites\n\n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/virtual-plant-tem/
LOCATION:2025 Pipe School Encore
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T231405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T153453Z
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SUMMARY:ACPA Research & Education Foundation Transportation Dinner (invitation only)
DESCRIPTION:Location: \nTransportation will be provided to and from the dinner. \nPlease gather at the registration desk at 5:30pm to load the buses. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/acpa-research-education-foundation-transportation-dinner-invitation-only/
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,Social,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T231211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T183214Z
UID:11943-1739293200-1739302200@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show
DESCRIPTION:Location: Aminah Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nVIEW THE EXHIBITOR LIST \nThe Pipe Show is a trade show created exclusively for the concrete pipe industry and is open for all Pipe School attendees.  With over 25 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-show-2/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T165500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241015T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T201814Z
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SUMMARY:RCP Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Mike Pniewski\, P.E.\, P.S. – Lucas County \nPresentation Description:\n \nWill provide a case study of several concrete pipe storm sewers throughout Lucas County\, that have been in place for over 50 years\, and are still performing sufficiently. Case study will include pictures and video of existing concrete pipe storm sewers that have been evaluated for current and future performance under highways. \nSpeaker Bio: \nMike began with the Lucas County Engineer’s Office on August 21\, 2017\, as Chief Deputy Lucas County Engineer\, before becoming the Lucas County Engineer in 2020. \nMike graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from the University of Michigan. He also has a Bachelor of Science in Land Surveying degree\, a Master of Science in Civil Engineering\, a Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA) and is a graduate of the United States Air Force Air Command and Staff College. \nHe has worked as an engineer for over 10 years in the private sector\, been an adjunct professor in civil engineering and land surveying for over five years at various universities including the University of Toledo and most recently worked seven years for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, Buffalo District at their Toledo Project Office. \nHe is a licensed Professional Engineer in six states including Ohio\, and a licensed Professional Surveyor in Ohio and California. Mike is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP)\, a LEED accredited professional and a Certified Federal Surveyor.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/rcp-case-study/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B\,C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T155500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241015T155157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T152542Z
UID:11460-1739286000-1739289300@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Box Culvert - Drainage Improvements along I-94 in Valley City
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeakers:  Michael E. Johnson\, P.E. – NDDOT\nBrandon Barnes – Barr Engineering Co. \nPresentation Description:\n \nImprovements to the drainage system along I94 were required because the existing storm sewer\, constructed in the mid-1960s\, was undersized and had reached the end of its design life. Site constraints\, including a building immediately adjacent to the storm pipe prevented replacement along the existing alignment. Faced with limited right of way\, high groundwater\, and poor soils\, NDDOT began the process of evaluating options for improving drainage. We’ll share lessons learned during design and construction as NDDOT navigated corridor filled with surprises including an historic dump site\, unmarked geothermal system\, and contaminated soil and groundwater. From old (very old) whiskey bottles to tanker trucks (lots of trucks)\, we’ll share the many obstacles overcome during construction of the new system to improve drainage in Valley City. \nSpeaker Bios: \nMichael serves as an Assistant Design Engineer in NDDOT’s Design Division.  His team serves as the lead roadway design group for NDDOT\, delivering projects of varied scope\, scale and complexity across the State Highway system.  In his time at NDDOT\, he has also been a lead designer himself\, a Project Manager for several projects and the MPO Coordinator.  Michael has been with NDDOT for 20 years. \nBrandon is a Vice President and Senior Water Resources Engineer with Barr Engineering Company and has more than 18 years of experience providing a wide range of water-resource management services. A highly regarded hydrologic and hydraulic modeler\, his project work includes design of storm sewer systems\, coincidental-frequency analyses\, and one- and two-dimensional hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for stormwater\, storm sewer\, flood-protection\, floodplain\, drainage\, and watershed-improvement projects. He enjoys evaluating existing systems and identifying strategies to optimize system performance. For drainage improvements near Valley City\, Brandon was the Project Manager of an interdisciplinary team that worked with NDDOT to modify the existing drainage system to improve conveyance and reduce flood-risk for existing infrastructure in the area.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/box-culvert-drainage-improvements-along-i94-valley-city/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B\,C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T014335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T020007Z
UID:11330-1739280600-1739284200@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Box Culvert Design
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Brian Jenner – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nPrecast Concrete Box Culverts are an important part of the United States Infrastructure. Their main purpose is to convey water under roadways. They are also used as pedestrian tunnels\, utility tunnels\, wildlife passages\, and many other uses. They are buried in the ground and are an important part of the nation’s infrastructure. This presentation will go over how Precast Concrete Box Culverts are designed. We will discuss loads\, load factors\, and design criteria used as we design a box culvert using AASHTO LRFD Specifications and Eriksson Culvert. \nSpeaker Bio: \nBrian is a Project Engineer for Rinker Materials and lives in Rapid City\, SD at the base of the Black Hills National Forest close to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. Other than a short time as Technical Resource Engineer for Montana\, Wyoming\, North Dakota and South Dakota\, Brian has been a Project Engineer with Rinker Materials/Forterra/Cretex since 2005. HIs responsibilities are primarily for engineered products produced in Montana. Brian is responsible for the structural design of prestressed concrete beams and box culverts as well as project management and shop plan production. Brian is a Registered Professional Engineer in 20 states. Brian graduated from South Dakota Mines (BSCE 1994) (MSCE 1996) and was part of the 1995 National Championship Concrete Canoe Team. Brian is a member of ACPA and PCI Bridge Producers Committee. In his spare time\, Brian enjoys spending time with his family\, fishing\, kayaking\, hiking and retro gaming. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/box-culvert-design-3/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T123500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T132500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241010T135618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T021235Z
UID:11314-1739277300-1739280300@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:D-Load Design of Elliptical & Arch Pipe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Josh Beakley\, P.E. – American Concrete Pipe Association\n \nPresentation Description: \nOftentimes in Pipe School we do our best to give a basic understanding of D-load design for concrete pipe. This is the bread and butter of designing RCP. Unfortunately\, with the limited time available\, the presentations typically stick to standard circular pipe. Though it follows the same basic concept of relating field conditions to the 3.E.B test condition\, D-load design of Elliptical and Arch Pipe is quite different than that of circular pipe. This presentation would be D-load design specifically for Elliptical and Arch Pipe. \nThis presentation will discuss such items as;\n• The assumed bedding angle at the bottom of the pipe\,\n• The portion of the pipe subjected to lateral soil pressure\,\n• How the combined vertical reaction and lateral support are incorporated into a bedding factor\,\n• How the bedding factor is used to relate the field condition to the three-edge bearing condition. \nSpeaker Bio: \nCurrently based in Irving\, Texas\, he has been working for the ACPA since February 1994. As the Vice President of Engineering\, he works with the national specifying agencies to develop the proper standards for buried infrastructure. Additionally\, he helps engineers with design and installation questions dealing with precast concrete pipe and box culverts\, as well as assists in the development of software to make their jobs easier. As for his day-to-day activities\, he works on the editorial tasks in the morning time such as meeting minutes\, meeting reports\, developing draft ballot items\, reviewing papers\, and responding to emails. In the afternoon\, he works on more technical tasks like addressing technical questions\, reviewing technical changes to standards\, and updates to the software. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/d-load-design-elliptical-arch-pipe/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T231033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T183117Z
UID:11939-1739273400-1739278800@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show - Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Location: Aminah Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nVIEW THE EXHIBITOR LIST \nThe Pipe Show is a trade show created exclusively for the concrete pipe industry and is open for all Pipe School attendees.  With over 25 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-show-lunch/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241010T135351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T151430Z
UID:11311-1739269800-1739273400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Highway Live Loads on Concrete Pipe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Eghe Igiehon – American Concrete Pipe Association\n \nPresentation Description: \nACPA’s Design Data #1 for Highway Live Loads has recently been updated to address the latest changes in the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications. As such\, it would be a good time to give a presentation on live load design of RCP and follow the methodology as outlined in Design Data #1. In most presentations on RCP design\, there is insufficient time to include the details of live load along with the general basics of pipe design and soil pipe interaction. Presenting on the individual topic of live load will allow for more time to discuss fundamental live load concepts such as: wheel contact area\, distribution of the wheel load through soil\, impact factors\, and how the load is transmitted through the pipe in intermediate as well as shallow earth cover. This design shows the critical importance of assessing both live and dead loads to ensure the pipes can withstand the impact of traffic. This presentation focuses on the structural evaluation and design considerations for concrete pipes\, it will increase the understanding of how the live loads affect the RCP\, and provide a more accurate evaluation of the required supporting strength of the buried RCP. \nSpeaker Bio: \nEghe is currently based in Irving\, Texas\, and has been with ACPA since December 2021. She has a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Arlington and is working on a Masters in Structural Engineering. As a Technical Engineer\, she focuses on key projects such as the QCast program\, ISO accreditation\, and technical design improvements. Eghe reviews and makes final decisions on QCast plants\, manages data for the QCast dashboard\, and contributes to technical updates. Her daily responsibilities include reviewing/updating technical items\, managing QCast-related procedures\, and being actively involved in industry meetings. She also stays engaged with the industry through plant tours and industry meetings\, further enhancing her technical expertise.\n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/highway-live-loads-on-concrete-pipe/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T090500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T100500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241010T015311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T035842Z
UID:11305-1739264700-1739268300@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Reinforced Concrete Pipe Basics
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Trevis Hanson – CCPPA\n \nPresentation Description: \nThis presentation provides basic information regarding reinforced concrete pipe. Pipe size and shape options\, reinforcing methods\, different concrete types and how productions differs with each type\, basic pipe design concepts\, and installation are all covered to provide attendees with basic knowledge of each topic. \nSpeaker Bio: \nTrevis Hanson is a Certified Engineering Technologist registered in the Province of Alberta in Canada. \nTrevis worked for 8 years as a Consulting Engineer and 9 years as a Contractor. He then spent 7 years with the City of Calgary as the Bridge Operations Technologist inspecting and maintaining bridge structures. In May of 2021\, Trevis joined the Canadian Concrete Pipe and Precast Association as the Technical Resources Manager – Western Canada. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/reinforced-concrete-pipe-basics/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T090000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241010T014939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T194407Z
UID:11301-1739260800-1739264400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Soils on the Jobsite
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Karl Beckemeier\, P.E. – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nSoils are a critical component of all construction projects and are important to all types of pipe installations. It is important to understand how the information found in various references and guides on soils relates to what might be seen on a project site\, along with the importance of this information in pipe installations. This presentation will cover: 1. Soil basics\, terminology\, and the importance of proper evaluation and construction; 2. Table 2 – USCS\, AASHTO\, and USDA comparison; 3. Compaction equipment\, lift thicknesses\, practices\, and testing; 4. Quick checks in the field & lessons learned; 5. AASHTO #57 Aggregate; 6. Jobsite and excavation safety. \nSpeaker Bio: \nKarl Beckemeier started with Rinker Materials in 2023 and is the Technical Resource Engineer for Missouri\, Kansas\, and Nebraska. His previous experience includes 2 years designing public infrastructure projects at Anderson Engineering\, 4 years with Terracon performing field inspections and testing on soils and construction materials\, 3 years as a Materials Inspector with the Missouri Department of Transportation\, and 2 years as the Quality Control Engineer at Charah\, Inc. for fly ash\, bottom ash\, and FGD gypsum in Louisville\, KY. Karl graduated from the Missouri University of Science and Technology with a M.S. and B.S. in Civil Engineering\, along with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/soils-on-the-jobsite/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau B – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2025,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T230845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T183027Z
UID:11936-1739206800-1739215800@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show
DESCRIPTION:Location: Aminah Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor \nVIEW THE EXHIBITOR LIST \nThe Pipe Show is a trade show created exclusively for the concrete pipe industry and is open for all Pipe School attendees.  With over 25 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/pipe-show/
LOCATION:Amina Robinson Grand Ballroom – 5th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20250123T035434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T180804Z
UID:12320-1739203200-1739206800@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Building Tomorrow Today: Story of the ACPA
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nPresenters:  Michael Kremer – American Concrete Pipe Association\nDena Silva – American Concrete Pipe Association\nTrygve Hoff\, P.E.\, ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association\nSteve Hawkins\, AIA – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \nThe story of the ACPA isn’t just about yesterday\, it’s also about today and tomorrow.  Join us as we talk about the various chapters of the ACPA story and gain a little inspiration on how you can be a part of writing the next chapter. \n  \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/story-of-the-acpa/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241011T033258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T191951Z
UID:11381-1739200500-1739203200@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Unrivaled Durability of Concrete Pipe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Karen Thompson – Concrete Pipe Association of Australasia\n \nPresentation Description: \nUnrivaled Durability of Concrete Pipe Proven\nThe Australian Concrete Pipe Association has in recent years conducted field investigation and laboratory analysis of aged installed concrete pipe to provide evidence of the products unrivalled durability in stormwater pipelines.\nFindings confirm:\n– Standard assumptions around corrosion process and modelling are not appropriate for concrete pipe\n– 100+ years service life without any reduction in structural capacity or corrosion induced cracking\nThe results and evidence of the study are being utilized to assess useful life and aide in technical discussions of lesser useful life of competitive products. \nConcepts to be covered in the presentation:\n– Durability of concrete pipe\, the assumptions and evidence.\n– Process of steel corrosion in concrete pipe in aggressive environments and why corrosion does not occur\n– Durability risks for plastic pipes.\n– How durability evidence is used by government agencies to value assets and plan future maintenance costs. \nLearning objectives:\n– Why concrete pipe is so durable\n– Mechanism of steel reinforcement corrosion in concrete pipe\n– Why greater than 100 years useful life can be utlised for concrete pipe\n– Concept of design life versus useful life\n– Characteristics and properties of plastic pipe that risk durability \nThe presentation outline:\n– Explain the history of durability studies by the CPAA\n– Illustrate the recent field investigations and laboratory testing to prove durability of concrete pipe\n– Discuss the assumptions of corrosion prediction models and why these are not appropriate for concrete pipes.\n– Corrosion process limited by oxygen availability with field investigation findings to prove\n– Explain durability concerns of plastic pipe and what resultant characteristics of concern are\n– Examples of 100+ year useful asset life being adopted for concrete pipe and why \nSpeaker Bio: \nExecutive Director of the Concrete Pipe Association of Australasia\, representing the reinforced concrete pipeline\, box culvert and associated civil precast product industry in Australia and New Zealand. \nGraduating from the University of Queensland\, Karen is a Civil Engineer with extensive experience in the pipe and precast industry in both Australia and overseas\, including the design\, supply\, manufacturing\, installation\, marketing and business management of civil precast concrete and a range of pipe materials including concrete\, plastic\, vitrified clay and steel. \nKaren chairs Australian Standards Australia Technical  Committee WS006 Concrete Pipes\,  is a member of CE-026 Precast Box Culverts\, WS028 Design and Installation of Buried Flexible Pipes and CE029 Access Covers and Grates. \nPassionate about all things pipe and precast\, bat crazy about durable and sustainable infrastructure\, With an enjoy every day attitude\,  Karen is hell bent on sharing her knowledge and experience”
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/unrivaled-durability-of-concrete-pipe/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T230551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T230551Z
UID:11932-1739192400-1739199600@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Opening Ceremonies & Keynote Speaker
DESCRIPTION:Location:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor \nSpeaker:  Shelley Row\, P.E.\, CSP – Blue Fjord Leaders \nPresentation Description: \nDecision-making can be challenging to get just right. Decisions can be made too fast or too slow. Neuroscience provides insight into the powerful internal forces that sway decisions whether you know it or not. If you want to enhance decision making\, reduce workplace drama and improve productivity\, learn the skills you need now. \nLearning objectives: \n\nLearn how your brain communicates through gut feel to influence decision-making.\nStop over-thinking by resolving the forces that freeze decision-making.\nDiscover proven techniques to slow a quick reaction before you respond and regret it.\nEnable “aha!” moments when they are needed the most.\n\nSpeaker Bio: \nAn Inc. Magazine top 100 leadership speaker and one of eight engineers worldwide who is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)\, Shelley Row\, PE\, CSP\, is a professional engineer and former government and association executive. As founder and CEO of Blue Fjord Leaders\, Shelley’s work focuses on engineering leaders to see beyond the data. The Blue Fjord Leadership System grows your organization by growing the management skills of technical staff. At Blue Fjord Leaders we provide foundational management skills to enable decision-making\, delegation\, critical conversations\, and more. Shelley Row’s one-on-one organizational assessment leads to customized professional development to achieve your goals. \nShelley is a high-energy\, engaging speaker and consultant working with top managers and leaders in technical industries. She interviewed more than three dozen executives from the public\, private\, academic and political sectors on leadership skills needed by technical professionals. Interview results combined with neuroscience provide a practical\, real-world approach to all programs. \nShelley learned the hard way that technical skills are not enough to be successful as a manager or leader. After plateauing in her career growth\, she realized that you can’t think your way to the top. Success comes when you learn to think\, feel and act. It is the integration of all three that makes a leader stand out. This realization transformed her from a woman engineer to a woman executive\, from over-thinker to decision-maker\, and from having a dream to living her dream. In 2010\, Shelley and her husband left their careers and moved to a Provençal village for ten months and traveled around the world to return home to Annapolis\, Maryland. Shelley published three books written about life and travel abroad. \nShelley founded Blue Fjord Leaders following a distinguished 30-year transportation career. Her career as a transportation engineer started in 1984 when women engineers were few. She worked as a transportation engineer in Texas\, California\, Arizona\, North Carolina and Georgia during the 1996 Olympic Games. She finished her career in the Senior Executive Service with the U.S. Department of Transportation where she ran a research program on connected and automated cars. She is an award-winning leader with top honors in her agency. Shelley is widely-known within the transportation community for her leadership\, vision and organizational skills. \nShelley is a sought-after speaker with hundreds of presentations to her credit including for national and international groups from 20 to 2000. She has articles published in Forbes\, Fast Company\, HuffPost Business\, SmartBlog on Leadership\, Realizing Leadership Magazine\, CEO Magazine\, ITE Journal\, Thinking Highways and more. Her book is\, Think Less. Live More. Lessons from a Recovering Over-Thinker. She is a certified virtual presenter\, trained coach\, a certified trainer for Business DNA Behavior self-assessment tools\, and she completed training with the NeuroLeadership Institute. She is the past president of the National Speakers Association Washington\, DC chapter. You can follow her work through X (@shelleyrow) and LinkedIn or by signing up for her newsletter on her website (www.bluefjordleaders.com). \nShelley holds Bachelor degrees in Civil Engineering and Architecture from Texas Tech University and an MBA from Virginia Tech. She is a registered professional engineer. Blue Fjord Leaders is a 100% woman-owned business with MBE certifications
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/opening-ceremonies-keynote-speaker/
LOCATION:Kojo Kamau A\, B\, C – 4th Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20241217T225641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T225641Z
UID:11929-1739188800-1739191500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:New Attendee Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pheoris A & B – 3rd Floor \nDescription: \nRegistered ACPA Members Only \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/new-attendee-orientation/
LOCATION:Pheoris West A & B – 3rd Floor
CATEGORIES:Adv Production & Plant Mgmt,Advanced Production,Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2025,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T144500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20240214T045611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T050211Z
UID:10967-1709819100-1709822700@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Concrete Pipe Design Basics
DESCRIPTION:Location: Virtual \nSpeaker:  Melitza E. Avila – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nExplore the Fundamentals of Direct and Indirect Design Methods in Reinforced Concrete Pipe Systems. Delve into the comprehensive array of tools and resources for Indirect Design\, including the American Concrete Pipe Association’s Fill Height Table and the web-based Pipe Pac program. Gain insights into the essential steps\, considerations\, and assumptions integral to the Indirect Design method\, making it an optimal choice for practical culvert design applications. \nSpeaker Bio: \nMelitza Avila is a Technical Resource Specialist based out of the East Coast of Central Florida. Melitza has been in the Concrete Pipe industry since 2007 working in several roles including Project Manager and Sales. In her current role she is an active member of ASTM Committees C13 for Concrete Pipe\, C27 for Precast Concrete Structures\, E60 for Sustainability and E64 for Stormwater Control Measures. She takes pride in promoting concrete pipe through national standards and sharing specifications with agencies across the State of Florida. Melitza is also certified with NASSCO PACP\, for pipeline assessment.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/concrete-pipe-design-basics/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Encore,Engineering,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ACPA-Pipe-School-Speaker-Melitza-Avila-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20231109T211601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T215656Z
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SUMMARY:Chairman's Luncheon & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco Grand Ballroom \nDescription: \nThe Award Luncheon will recognize the Journeyman\, Mel Marshal Award\, QCast\, Chairman’s Safety and Quality Award Winners.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-chairmans-luncheon-and-awards/
LOCATION:Frisco Grand Ballroom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,Ceremony,Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Pipe_School-Chairmans-Award-e1642962026357.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T115500
DTSTAMP:20260427T144634
CREATED:20231122T152527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T230552Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe Installation
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\, 4\, 5 \nSpeaker: David Matocha – Rinker Materials \nPresentation Description: \nLike anything in life\, there is a right way and a wrong way to do something.  Installing concrete pipe is no different.  This presentation will touch on basic concrete pipe concepts and the benefits of proper installation.  Trench fundamentals along the purpose of foundation\, bedding and structural backfill will be discussed.  Finally\, the different steps in installing concrete pipe will be reviewed. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDavid started in the concrete pipe industry in June 1996 with Gifford-Hill doing technical marketing. He has witnessed the transition of Gifford-Hill to Hanson\, Hanson to Forterra\, and recently\, Forterra to Rinker. He spent time as the Austin Sales Manager before moving back into technical marketing. He has been active in the American Society of Civil Engineers and was recently awarded a Lifetime Service Award by the Texas Section in 2023. He was President of the Austin Branch in 2000-2001 and again in 2004-2005. He spent almost 20 years on the Austin Contractors and Engineers Association Board and was their board president in 2015-2016. David earned the Master Precaster certification from the National Precast Association in 2022. He is active in promoting the concrete pipe industry within the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-Of-Way Association and oversaw a major update to the concrete pipe AREMA guidelines. David graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Civil Engineering.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-pipe-installation/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ACPA-Pipe-School-Speaker-David-Matocha-2.png
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