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SUMMARY:Beneath Our Feet: Unveiling the Basics of Concrete Pipe & Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 1 \nSpeaker:  Jennifer Harrell\, P.E.\, ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \nIntrigued by the silent champions shaping our urban landscape? Embark on a user-friendly exploration of concrete pipes and boxes\, the often-overlooked backbone of city infrastructure. This presentation is designed to engage not only the non-technical enthusiast but also provides valuable insights for professionals in the concrete pipe and box manufacturing industry\, including those involved in installation\, inspection\, and even those just starting in the technical field. Whether you’re seasoned in the industry or just beginning your technical journey\, navigating the challenges of discussing and explaining technical details without a specialized background can be daunting. No technical degree required—just your curiosity and questions! Let’s uncover the unsung heroes together\, contributing to the seamless functioning of our communities. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJennifer is the Central Region Engineer for the American Concrete Pipe Association.  She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering from The University of Kansas and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Kansas.  As a Region Engineer with the American Concrete Pipe Association\, she assists & supports the states’ of Missouri\, Kansas\, Nebraska\, Wisconsin\, Minnesota\, Iowa\, North Dakota\, South Dakota\, Wyoming\, and Montana Department of Transportation officials\, and other public & private stakeholders in meeting their critical infrastructure needs. Jennifer’s focus is on asset management\, specification consultation\, technical training\, grassroot efforts\, and infrastructure installation best-practices for reinforced concrete pipe and boxes.  Jennifer worked in municipal government for 12 years as a Hydraulics Engineer and a Project Manager. Jennifer has more than 23 years of experience in all aspects of civil engineering\, project planning and management.  Her expertise in asset management and municipal planning includes research and analysis\, budgeting\, contract management\, specification writing\, QA/QC\, inspection\, construction\, operation and maintenance of infrastructure projects.  Her background encompasses work in public and private sectors as well as manufacturing.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-pipe-101/
LOCATION:Frisco 1
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T085500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230910T190831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T200815Z
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SUMMARY:German Concrete Pipe Association
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2 \nSpeaker: Dipl.-Ing. Stefan Schemionek – FBS / German Federal Association of Concrete Sewer System\n \nPresentation Description: \nThe German Federal Association of Concrete Sewer Systems (FBS) represents the interests of its 20 member companies (85-90% market share)\, all of which are manufacturers of concrete pipes and man-holes. The main activities include the implementation and adherence of high quality-standards\, technical assistance for members and their customers (Concrete Competence Center)\, R&D-projects and numerous marketing activities. \nThe presentation will give an overview of the German sewage market and focus on the different challenges the FBS-members face (competition\, economic factors\,…) along with their possible solutions. \nSpeaker Bio: \nStefan Schemionek is an internal consultant to the management of the German Federal Association of Concrete Sewer Systems. He is responsible for Marketing/Public Relations and leads the FBS-section „Building Information Modeling“. His goal\, together with the whole team of FBS\, is to transform the image of concrete sewage systems from „old and outdated“ to „modern and innovative“. \nAfter his degree in automotive engineering\, he worked several years in the automotive supply industry (acoustics / NVH) before becoming general manager in different commercial and manufacturing companies. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-german-concrete-pipe-association/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T085500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230921T162452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T210610Z
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SUMMARY:Advantages of Collaboration with Producers
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\,4\, 5 \nSpeakers:  Joe Black\, P.E. – MnDOT\nRiley Dvorak\, P.E. – Rinker Materials \nPresentation Description: \nUpdating standards can be a tremendously tedious process that inevitably involves many stakeholders. Over the past 6 years\, the Minnesota DOT (MnDOT) and the Minnesota Concrete Pipe (MNCPA) have engaged in a joint technical committee focused on updating and improving concrete pipe and box culvert standards for the advancement of Minnesota infrastructure and the precast industry. The committee includes representation from MnDOT materials\, bridge\, and hydraulic departments as well as 4 different local precast producers. The committee has progressively been working through updates to different sets of standards including pipe\, arch pipe\, manholes\, and box culverts\, as well as the development of new product standards. Throughout this process\, open communication and partnership have helped to find amicable solutions and advance standards in a direction that makes sense to MnDOT and the precast producers. This presentation will focus on lessons learned from this engagement and the realized benefits of regular collaboration between DOT and producers. \nSpeaker Bios: \nJoe Black is a licensed professional engineer working for the Minnesota DOT (MnDOT) Bridge Office\, Standards and Research division. Joe is in charge of the design of standards including precast concrete box culverts\, concrete pipe\, and other features such as CIP cantilever retaining walls. He has 13 years experience with MnDOT with 6 years of experience working with MnCPA. Joe lives with his wife and 5 children in North St. Paul\, MN. \nRiley Dvorak is a licensed professional engineer serving as the technical resource engineer for Rinker Materials in Minnesota. Riley holds over 9 years of experience in the reinforced concrete pipe industry with a diverse array of experience. Currently\, his primarily role is standard development on both local and national levels. Riley and his wife reside in Prior Lake\, MN with three boys under 5 years old.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-collaboration-with-producers/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T095500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230910T193300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T210658Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Installation Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 1 \nSpeaker:  Palisha Sthapit – Rinker Materials \nPresentation Description: \nThis presentation discusses the methods to properly inspect drainage pipe and products before the installation process. It highlights the reasons for inspecting the pipe walking through various examples. This presentation provides the audience with a review of AASHTO R73\, which provides excellent guidance on the evaluation of RCP and other drainage products prior to installation. \nSpeaker Bio: \nPalisha Sthapit works as a Technical Resource Engineer at Rinker Materials. She covers greater Houston and Louisiana regions promoting precast concrete drainage products\, national standards\, and specifications\, as well as conducting training. \nShe received her bachelor’s degree in Architectural/Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Arlington with leadership honors. She lives with two cats and is an animal lover.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-pre-installation-inspection/
LOCATION:Frisco 1
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T095500
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CREATED:20230910T194323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T210744Z
UID:8729-1706605200-1706608500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Culvert Repair and Replacements
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2 \nSpeaker: James Freed\, P.E. – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nFailing culvert? This presentation starts by looking at the two main forms of repair\, replace\, or rehabilitation: open cut and trenchless. Open cut being the most simple\, will be only touched on in the beginning. The majority of this presentation will be looking at: lining\, sliplining\, and tunneling.\nSpeaker Bio: \nJames is a Technical Resource Engineer from Texas who now works in Pennsylvania\, covering Western Penn\, Eastern Ohio\, and West Virginia. He graduated from Texas Tech University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering. He resides in Pittsburgh with his wife\, baby girl\, and 4 dogs. He started his career in design consulting engineering and decided to branch over to the producer/manufacturing side when COVID struck. He might be the best presenter I’ve seen so I hope you are ready to have your socks blown off!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-culvert-repair-replacements/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T095500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230924T194907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T210816Z
UID:8957-1706605200-1706608500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Creating New DOT Standard Drawings & Specifications
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\, 4\, 5 \nSpeakers:  Adrianna Lash – Rinker Materials\nAmjad Alzubi\, PE – AZ DOT\n \nPresentation Description: \nWe will give a brief overview of the new Arizona DOT precast reinforced box culvert standard drawings and specification published May 2023\, how the conversation was initiated\, and why the standard drawings and specification were needed in Arizona. We’ll discuss how a DOT creates standard drawings and specifications\, the importance of industry participation\, and what’d next now that the precast RCB specification is published. \nSpeaker Bios: \nOriginally from Jordan\, Amjad attended the University of Arizona\, and graduated in December 1998. Hired by Arizona DOT in April\, 1999. Started as a bridge designer\, then promoted to a bridge engineer\, then to a senior bridge engineer. In 2017\, Amjad was promoted to a newly created position as the first Bridge Standards Engineer. Currently\, the team leader for one of the 3 Bridge Group design sections. As the Bridge Standards Engineer\, Amjad oversaw and regulated all modifications to ADOT’s Standard/Stored Specifications related to Bridges and Structures. Amended all Bridge Group’s Standard Drawings to include railings\, approaches\, deck joints\, culverts\, retaining walls\, sound barrier walls\, and traffic structures inclusive of tubular sign structures and Dynamic Message Sign tubular frames. Updated all ADOT’s Traffic Lighting and Signal Standards per AASHTO’s required specifications. Assisted Bridge Group engineers/designers in drafting and modifying specifications for projects. Amjad works side by side with ADOT’s Roadway and Traffic Groups Standards Engineers and assist with structural related issues affecting their area of expertise. \nAdrianna graduated from Arizona State University in 2018. Shortly after\, she started her career in storm water treatment with AbTech Industries\, helping industrial\, commercial\, and municipal customers meet storm water NPDES permit requirements (pollutant discharge requirements). In 2020\, she joined Oldcastle Infrastructure and entered the world of precast concrete drainage structures. She joined Forterra Pipe & Precast\, now Rinker Materials\, as a Technical Resource Specialist in late 2021. She currently offers support to consulting engineers and agencies\, like ADOT\, in both the Arizona and New Mexico market.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-creating-drawings-specifications/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230910T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T172234Z
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SUMMARY:Micro-Tunneling
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  Henry Lu\, P.Eng. – Heidelberg Materials \nPresentation Description: \nFrom a precaster’s perspective\, this presentation aims to provide some intro-level knowledge in the micro-tunneling industry\, such as common terminologies/methods\, key definitions & feature for microtunnelling RCPs\, a sample structural design\, and to share a few tips for project management\, pipe production and QC.\nSpeaker Bio: \nHenry has a civil & structural Engineering background and currently manages the Engineering department for the pipe & precast business for Heidelberg Materials Canada Region. Henry has been with the pipe & cement industry for over 10 years and has cumulated experiences in concrete\, pipe design\, CapEx project management and quality. Henry is based in Vancouver BC\, and enjoys crabbing\, paddleboarding\, BBQ and skiing in his spare time.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-micro-tunneling/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230924T195904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T201306Z
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SUMMARY:Creating and Implementing Aquatic Connectivity Policies for WisDOT Administered Projects
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\, 4\, 5 \nSpeaker:  Ed Lilla\, P.E. – WisDOT \nPresentation Description: \nAfter over 10 years of discussions and an ad hoc project by project approach to addressing Aquatic Connectivity (also known as Aquatic Organism Passage or AOP)\, in 2021 the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued an attachment to their Cooperative Agreement to address Aquatic Connectivity needs on projects. While AOP for road-stream crossing design has become common practice for coastal states to address the seasonal migration of anadromous fish species\, it has been slower to be implemented in midwestern states. This presentation discusses the challenges in creating and implementing AOP policies and standards at Wisconsin DOT. Inclusive in the discussion will be how AOP designs have increased the use of large diameter precast pipe and some of the unique challenges related to construction. \nSpeaker Bio: \nEd serves as one of Wisconsin DOT’s statewide drainage engineers in its Central Office Bureau of Project Development where he has worked the last 7 seven years. His responsibilities include development of WisDOT’s policies\, specifications\, and guidelines that relate to all things drainage apart from bridges. Prior to coming to WisDOT\, Ed worked primarily as a consultant specializing in municipal and environmental engineering. Ed lives in the driftless area of southwest Wisconsin with his wife and family.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-aquatic-organism-passage/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231030T191215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T210900Z
UID:9229-1706610600-1706614200@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Creating Value with Specifications
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 1 \nSpeaker:  Al Hogan\, P.E. – American Concrete Pipe Association\n \nPresentation Description: \nIn this discussion we will consider all the various components of a good storm pipe specification. Good specifications and details are good for the owner\, engineer\, contractor\, and even the end users. We will discuss how to minimize risk as well as minimize the lifetime costs during the pipe material selection specification process. \nKey Takeaways:\n \n\nImportance of Material Selection Vs Application & Service Life\nYou can Build Good Specifications by Leaning on National Standards\, State DOT Specifications\, other local sources\nGain access to Basic Specification & Details for Storm Pipe Materials\n\nSpeaker Bio: \nCurrently based in Culleoka\, Tennessee\, he has been working for the ACPA since October of 2007. As the Southeast Region Engineer\, he promotes the selection and use of rigid concrete pipes through meetings\, training\, and other activities. He assists the member companies\, develops and delivers technical training\, and provides technical assistance to internal and external customers.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-creating-value-with-specifications/
LOCATION:Frisco 1
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231222T211242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T155136Z
UID:9699-1706614200-1706617800@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show - Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco Grand Ballroom \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/ps24-pipe-show-tuesday-lunch/
LOCATION:Frisco Grand Ballroom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T123500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T132500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231030T192107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T202733Z
UID:9236-1706618100-1706621100@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Strength\, Resilience\, & Sustainability - Charting the Future of the Concrete Pipe and Box Industry
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2-5 \nSpeakers: Taylor Nielson\, P.E. – City of Ogden\, UT\nWes Musgrove\, P.E. – IA DOT\nPatricia Wadsack – City of Fort Worth\nEdward Ofori\, P.E.– FHWA\nGraham Bettis\, P.E. – TX DOT \nPresentation Description: \nMore information coming soon! \nSpeaker Bios: \nMore information coming soon! \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-strength-resilience-sustainability/
LOCATION:Frisco 2-5
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T143000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231030T193038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T202923Z
UID:9240-1706621400-1706625000@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Texas Highway Innovations & Evacuation Routes
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2-5 \nSpeaker: Lance Simmons\, P.E. – TxDOT \nPresentation Description: \nMore information coming soon! \nSpeaker Bio: \nMore information coming soon! \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-tx-highway-innovations-evacuation-routes/
LOCATION:Frisco 2-5
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ACPA-Pipe-School-Evacuation-Routes-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T155500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230908T164441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T211559Z
UID:8658-1706626800-1706630100@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Personas
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 1 \nSpeakers: Steve Smart – County Materials\nJohn Susong – Rinker Materials\n \nPresentation Description: \nPersonas are fictional characters giving a broad definition in their roles and subject matter of expertise. The ACPA has developed personas for Elected Officials\, Engineers\, Contractors and Owners (i.e. DOT’s\, Cities\, public agencies).  ACPA’s broad personas will be discussed.  An example of developing a more detailed persona will be talked through to effectively use in your market. \nSpeaker Bios: \nSteve is a Technical Resource Engineer for County Materials Corporation based out of Indianapolis\, IN responsible for providing technical services for the states of Indiana\, Illinois and Missouri. County Materials is a full service producer of concrete pipe\, precast box culverts and other associated concrete products. \nHe’s actively involved in the concrete industry for over 40 years in marketing and production precast pipe\, box culverts and 3-sided bridge systems. \nSteve has held leadership positions in the Illinois Concrete Pipe Association\, Board member of National Precast Concrete Association\, founding member of the Derby City Chapter-ASHE and currently Indiana State Director of IKO Concrete Pipe Association. \nMarried to Martha\, a real estate broker\, they have 2 grown sons\, Patrick and Andrew\, who have blessed them with a granddaughter\, Journey\, and grandson\, Oliver. \n  \nJohn Susong has been with Rinker Materials for 24 years\, holding roles as a technical resource engineer\, account manager\, sales manager and general manager. Currently\, John is the Northeast Region Product Resources Manager for Rinker Materials. John is involved with the American Concrete Pipe Association as Vice Chair of the Government Relations Committee\, working to advance the ACPA’s interests with the U.S. Congress and state legislatures. \nJohn is a graduate of Purdue University\, B.S. Civil Engineering\, Associate Degree in Building Construction Management and is an Indiana Licensed Professional Engineer
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-personas/
LOCATION:Frisco 1
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T155500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230920T201010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T211650Z
UID:8924-1706626800-1706630100@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Box Culvert Design
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 2 \nSpeaker: Brian Jenner\, P.E. – Rinker Materials \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 act as a bridge for the traffic above them.  Precast Concrete Box Culverts are designed to withstand the loads applied to them making them both resilient and sustainable parts 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\, South Dakota at the base of the Black Hills National Forest close to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. \nOther than a short time as Technical Resource Engineer for Montana\, Wyoming\, and the Dakotas\, Brian has been a Project Engineer since 2005.  His responsibilities are primarily for items produced in Montana.  Brian is responsible for the structural design of prestressed bridge beams and box culverts as well as project management items like product costing\, shop plan production and order entry.  Brian is a Registered Professional Engineer in 20 states. \nBrian graduated from South Dakota Mines with a B.S. (1994) and M.S. (1996) in Civil Engineering and was part of the 1995 National Championship Concrete Canoe Team. \nBrian is a member of several ASTM Committees\, ACPA Infrastructure Committee and PCI Bridge Producers Committee. \nIn his spare time\, Brian enjoys spending time with his family\, fishing\, kayaking\, hiking and retro gaming.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-box-culvert-design/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T155500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230924T200246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T205620Z
UID:8967-1706626800-1706630100@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Wilmington Viaduct
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\, 4\, 5 \nSpeaker:  Mark Buckalew\, P.E. – DelDOT \nPresentation Description: \nMore information coming soon! \nSpeaker Bio: \nMark Buckalew is the Assistant Director and Chief of Construction and Materials for Delaware Department of Transportation\, also known as DelDOT. Mark has worked for DelDOT since 2006 where he started as a Resident Engineer on highway construction projects. He moved to the position of Area Engineer where he managed a number of large projects ranging from $2 million to $120 million. In 2018 he moved to the position of Safety Program Manager for the State of Delaware.  Prior to joining DelDOT Mark worked for a number of consultants where he managed highway construction projects. Mark also brought e-ticking to Delaware\, the first state to provide state-wide hot-mix tickets electronically to all contracts. \nMark graduated from the University of Delaware where he attended college at night with a degree in Engineering Technology. He obtained his P.E. license in 2016. Currently he is also an adjunct instructor at Delaware Technical and Community College. He has been married for over 25 years and is a proud father and grandfather. To quote Mark\, “construction is my passion and integrating new technologies into the industry is my goal.”
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-wilmington-viaduct/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T165500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20230908T165114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T211621Z
UID:8665-1706630400-1706633700@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Sales
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 1 \nSpeaker:  John Bird – County Materials \nPresentation Description: \nIn order to be successful in sales you must be willing to take bold actions and live outside your comfort zone. We will discuss what it means to have guts in sales and some techniques to remain fearless in your role. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJohn Bird is a dedicated professional with a passion for the precast industry\, boasting a 25-year career in the field. Currently serving as the Sales Manager for the Indiana and Illinois markets\, John has demonstrated his expertise through a diverse range of roles\, starting from the plant floor and progressing through various positions. \nBeyond his professional achievements\, John finds joy in watching his son’s sporting events and cherishes quality family time. His commitment to both his personal and professional life reflects his balanced approach and unwavering dedication.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-sales/
LOCATION:Frisco 1
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ACPA-Pipe-School-Speaker-John-Bird.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T165500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231213T202041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T170639Z
UID:9643-1706630400-1706633700@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Gasket and Joint Design per ASTM C443 and QCast
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeakers:  Jim Gamble – Press-Seal \nPresentation Description: \nThe presentation aims to provide industry transparency by understanding and clarifying joint specifications regarding phrasing\, terminology\, and allowable tolerance to joints and gaskets for all manufacturers. This will include an FEA simulation review of a general joint in different assembled scenarios and how current industry specifications protect against them. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJim Gamble is an Engineering and R&D Manager at Press-Seal Corporation based in Fort Wayne\, IN. Jim has over 30 years of engineering experience\, holding various positions in program management\, process engineering\, manufacturing engineering\, tooling and product development\, and engineering management. Jim has spent most of his career developing fuel delivery and fuel vapor management systems in the automotive sector. Jim has spent the last ten years developing sealing solutions for the underground infrastructure sector. As a mechanical engineer under extreme pressure to create safe\, reliable\, and robust sealing systems\, Jim has used his past experiences\, understanding failure modes to drive opportunity\, requiring innovation\, and utilizing the latest technology to drive excellence. Jim currently holds more than nine active automotive and underground infrastructure patents.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-gasket-and-joint-design/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2024,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ACPA-Pipe-School-Speaker-Jim-Gamble-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T165500
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231222T212034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T231746Z
UID:9714-1706630400-1706633700@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:DOT Precast Product Technical Training
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco 3\, 4\, 5 \nSpeaker:  Jeff DeVries\, P.E. – IA DOT \nPresentation Description: \nMore information coming soon! \nSpeaker Bio: \nJeff De Vries is the Testing Engineer for the Iowa Department of Transportation. Jeff has been with the Iowa DOT for roughly 15 years and has served as the Testing Engineer for roughly 4 years. Prior to serving as the Testing Engineer\, he served as the District 1 Materials Engineer. District 1 works directly with 6 (Rinker\, Midstates and I-80) precast plants\, and one (Rinker) prestress plant. Jeff obtained his BS in Civil Engineering from Iowa State and his MS in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structures from Kansas State. Jeff is a licensed engineer in the state of Iowa. When Jeff has free time\, he enjoys spending time with his family including 3 grandchildren. Jeff also enjoys spending time outdoors
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps24-dot-precast-product-technical-training/
LOCATION:Frisco 3\, 4\, 5
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ACPA-Pipe-School-Speaker-Jeff-DeVries-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231222T212204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T155159Z
UID:9717-1706634000-1706643000@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show
DESCRIPTION:Location: Frisco Grand Ballroom \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/ps24-pipe-show-tuesday-afternoon/
LOCATION:Frisco Grand Ballroom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,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-Pipe-Show-e1642965482965.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031955
CREATED:20231222T212640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T041025Z
UID:9720-1706637600-1706648400@pipeschool.org
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/ps24-transportation-dinner-invitation-only/
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2024,Social,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pipeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pipe_School-DOT-Dinner.png
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