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SUMMARY:QC\, QA\, and QCast
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeaker:  Margarita Takou\, PhD\, P.E.\, ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \n\n\n\n\nQuality Control and Assurance of the precast infrastructure is streamlined with a plethora of peer reviewed practices and tools that will be discussed during this presentation. These tools are available starting from production in the plant level to inspection throughout its service life. The short-term reward of minimal quality control and assurance cost or time saving during production\, construction\, and post installation inspection is usually far outweighed by the consequences of unscheduled maintenance. \n\n\nThe use of proven and resilient products as well as consistency in inspection\, reporting\, personnel training\, and equipment verification is required to ensure our infrastructure reaches or exceeds its designed service life. \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \nCurrently based in Irving\, Texas\, she has been working for the ACPA since September of 2016. As Technical Resources Manager\, she works with members and engineers on any technical items related to concrete pipes and boxes. She manages the QCast program and is also a committee staff liaison between Research\, Quality\, and Safety.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-qc-qa-qcast/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T101000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T211304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161829Z
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SUMMARY:Qualified Installer Program
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A and B \nSpeaker:  More information coming soon! \nPresentation Description: \nFor members to attend and learn about QIP \nSpeaker Bio: \nMore information coming soon!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-qualified-installer-program/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A and B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T101000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T110500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T210458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161900Z
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SUMMARY:QCast - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Paul Krauss – WJE\, Inc. \nSpeaker Bio: \nPaul has worked for the nationally-acclaimed consulting engineering firm of Wiss\, Janney\, Elstner Associates\, Inc. (WJE) since 1988. He first became involved with industry-specific quality programs in1991\, helping develop quality programs for several industry associations. He was involved with the original development of the ACPA QCast Program in 1998 and manages the team of trained WJE auditors that perform the plant audits for conformance to the QCast requirements. The passion and knowledge that Paul and the WJE auditors bring to the QCast program helps the industry improve quality and to “raise the bar”. Prior to joining WJE\, Paul worked for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) providing a state agency perspective.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-qcast-part-1/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T101000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T210753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161904Z
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SUMMARY:Project Achievement Award Winners
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeakers:  Josh Beakley\, P.E. – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \nEnglish Churchman\, Robert South\, once said\, “Problems can become opportunities when the right people come together.” For the past 17 years\, through its annual Project Achievement Award\, the American Concrete Pipe Association has celebrated the innovation put forth when state DOTs have partnered with precast pipe and box producers on difficult projects. With the additional cooperation of the project engineers and contractors\, these teams have turned problems into opportunities\, and enhanced our nation’s infrastructure in the process. This is not a session on standard design procedures and common installation practices. Instead\, this session will review some of the exciting projects that have been submitted to the ACPA for the Project Achievement Award over the years\, and what has made them so unique. \nSpeaker Bio:\n\nJosh Beakley is Vice President of Engineering for the American Concrete Pipe Association. He is a registered professional engineer in the state of Virginia. Josh received his B.S. in Civil Engineering from Rutgers University\, New Brunswick\, NJ and received his Masters in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. \nJosh has been with the American Concrete Pipe Association since 1994. Prior to joining ACPA\, he worked as a Civil Engineer for the Bechtel Power Corporation. \nIn his job functions for the American Concrete Pipe Association Josh represents the industry on national standards making committees. He also coordinates research and design programs for the precast concrete culvert industry. Occasionally\, he assists engineers with the design and specification of precast concrete pipe and box culverts as well as performing educational seminars. \nJosh is a member of ASCE\, ACI\, ASTM\, and participates in AASHTO functions. He is a Spangler Award Winner\, and an Award of Merit Honoree of ASTM\, as well as a Heger Award Honoree of ACPA. He was also an ASCE Outstanding Reviewer in 2020 for the ASCE Journal of Pipeline Systems Engineering and Practice.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-project-achievement-award-winners/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T095500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T210250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161912Z
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SUMMARY:Product Testing
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Mark Taylor – Rinker \nSpeaker Bio: \nMark Taylor is a Region Quality Manager for Rinker Materials and is based in Alexandria\, LA. He began working for Rinker Materials in May 2002 as Safety Coordinator and Quality Control Coordinator at the Alexandria Pipe plant. He has been in his current role as Region Quality Manager since March 2013. Background includes being a Project Manager for PTTC and TACON companies for fifteen years on marine construction projects on the Inland Waterways of the United States and on coastal erosion protection along the Gulf coast.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-product-testing/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T095500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T205034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161915Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics and Safe Design
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeakers:  T. Mike Toole\, P.E.\, PhD\, F.ASCE – UT \nPresentation Description: \nPrevention through Design (PtD) is an emerging safety management technique in which the safety of construction and maintenance workers is explicitly considered during the design of a project. Also called Design for Safety and Safety by Design\, PtD has applications in many industries\, is a direct application of engineering codes of ethics relating to social sustainability principles\, and can contribute to achieving resilient infrastructure. This presentation will summarize the PtD concept\, discuss the articles in the ASCE Code of Ethics that favor PtD\, provide examples from multiple construction sectors\, and discuss processes and tools needed to enable PtD. \nLearning objectives include:\n1)gain understanding of the principles and processes underlying Prevention through Design\n2) gain understanding of engineering codes of ethics by applying the ASCE Code of Ethics to an emerging safety management technique\n3)to gain an understanding of how common business interests may conflict with implications of engineering code of ethics. \nSpeaker Bio:\n \nT.Michael Toole is the Dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Toledo. His industry experience includes leadership positions in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps\, a national home builder\, and a multidisciplinary engineering firm. Mike received his B.S. from Bucknell University and his Masters and Ph.D. from M.I.T. Heisa PE\, a Fellow in ASCE\, and an elected Board member of the Toledo Society of Professional Engineers and the ASEE Engineering Deans Council Executive Board. He hosts www.designforconstructionsafety.org
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-ethics-and-safe-design/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T095500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221217T021801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161921Z
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SUMMARY:Trench Excavation Safety
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A and B \nSpeaker:  Palisha Sthapit – Oldcastle Infrastructure \nPresentation Description: \nExcavation and Trench Safety presentation will walk the attendees through OSHA’s 29 CFR 1926 Construction Industry Regulations and Standards. The presentation gives an overview of different soil types\, i.e. Stable Rock\, Type A\, Type B and Type C soil. The three different methods of identifying these soils will also be discussed \,i.e. Plasticity Test\, Thumb Penetration Test and Pocket Penetrometer Test. Workers are exposed to various hazards while performing excavation and trenching operations. The presentation discusses protective measures and methods (sloping\, benching\, shoring and shielding) to take precautions against such hazards. \nSpeaker Bio:\n \nPalisha Sthapic is the Technical Resource Engineer at Oldcastle Infrastructure. She lives in Houston and covers Houston\, San Antonio and Austin 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. In her senior year of college\, Palisha worked as an intern for American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA). Working under QCast program at ACPA\, she reviewed quality audits of precast drainage products from various producers. After graduation\, she worked as a structural engineer at Tower Engineering Solutions designing and analyzing tower mounts. \nPalisha came to United States in 2017 from Nepal to pursue her education. She speaks four languages and is very passionate about dancing and writing poetry. She loves exploring and meeting new people.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-trench-excavation-safety/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A and B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T085500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20230105T235758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161926Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Installation Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A and B \nSpeaker:  Britt Marchman – Rinker Materials \nPresentation Description: \nThe majority of problems discovered in drainage projects can be traced back to installation errors. This makes pre-installation inspection one of the greatest tools available to prevent long-term problems in your construction projects. But whose responsibility is it? And what issues need to be addressed and which are just aesthetic? In this class\, we will dive into the problem and give you the tools to help ensure your RCP projects meet their 100 year design-life. \nSpeaker Bio: \nBritt Marchman is the Central Texas Technical Resources Specialist for Rinker Materials. He is responsible for outreach and advocacy for concrete pipe as well as providing technical assistance to the engineering community. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia and a native of that great state. With 10 years’ experience in the underground utility industry\, he hopes to help the people of Central Texas make the best decisions for their future infrastructure challenges. Britt lives in Pflugerville Texas (near Austin) with his wife\, son\, daughter\, two cats\, and one huge dog.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-pre-installation-inspection/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A and B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T085500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20230105T154403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161930Z
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Associations
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeakers:  Maria Price\, P.E.- City of Chattanooga \nMike Kusch\, P.E. – Foley \nPresentation Description: \nMichael Kusch reveals the SECRET he has mentored to many a successful TRE’s.The SECRET has opened many of doors to the Municipality Engineers and Private Consultants.It guarantees you slot #1 on the Technical Resource speed dial. The SECRET opens doors that for some can remain shut. It will get you the preferred booth location at any tradeshow. It worked 30 years ago and continues to bring success after success and a Win-Win for the specifying community as well as the ACPA local member marketer. It keeps your phone ringing day after day with technical questions. If you want to guide SPECS you need to attend! \nHear the successes and the take-aways from both sides–The City Specifier & The ACPA Producer Member TRE \nTwoTraining Partnership Case Studies\n1)City of Chattanooga\n2)City of Nashville \nSpeaker Bios:\n \nMaria is a registered Professional Engineer in TN & VA with a B.S. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Tennessee Technological University. She has a diverse background in transmission engineering\, environmental & construction activities\, utility project management\, multi-discipline project management and code enforcement. Maria has employment history with TVA\, TDOT\, several private firms and currently utilizes her talents for the City of Chattanooga as Assistant City Engineer. She was named ASCE TN Section Government Engineer of the Year in 2017\, received 2020 EWeek People to People Award\, is on the Southeast Stormwater Association board and is Chair of TN’s ASCE’s Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI). She is a TN representative to the National Municipal Stormwater Association\, the Creator & Director of the Chattanooga Development Symposium and guest lectures at the University of TN at Chattanooga. \nBesides her involvement in ASCE\, she is a Brownie and Junior Troop Leader for the Girl Scout Council of Southern Appalachians\, formerly Charity Director for ConNooga and is involved in the Chattanooga Alumni Chapter of Omega Phi Alpha National Service Sorority. \nWhen not working or involved in charity work\, she spends time with her husband\, 2 daughters & Australian Cattle Dog. She enjoys board games\, off-roading\, muscle cars\, cooking and geeking out about stormwater. \n  \nMike is a Technical Marketing Engineer for Foley Concrete Products. He has 38 years of civil engineered infrastructure experience and has a BS in Environmental Design from The University of Oklahoma. His accolades include: 2016 ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers )– Distinguished Service Award- Nashville Branch; Past Board Member Nashville Branch American Society of Civil Engineers; Founding Nashville American Society Highway Engineers Board member; 2015 Chairman of the Board- ACPA (American Concrete Pipe Association); 28 year member of ACPA Marketing Committee (4 yrs as Chairman); 2010-2014 Board and Executive Committee Member –Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce; 2014 Chair of Chamber Economic Development Council; 2014 Nashville Business Journal “Impact on Economic Development Award”;15 year member & Vice-Chairman Rutherford County Planning Commission; 2014 & 2018 Republican Primary Winner and General Election winner for County Commissioner District 7 race in Rutherford County. Current 2 term Rutherford County Commissioner; Current Chairman of Rutherford County Public Works Committee; and Current Member of Rutherford County Steering & Legislative Committee.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-partnering-with-associations/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T120500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221223T212324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161934Z
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SUMMARY:Drycast Production
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom G \nSpeakers: Tom Umek – Afinitas \nLarry Neumann – Northern Concrete \nSpeaker Bios: \nTom has worked in production for more than 30 years. He has continued in the industry until today as a teacher and consultant. Tom has been involved with the ACPA Short Course Schools since 1990 as a committee member and Task Group chairman of the Production School. His passions are coaching baseball\, fishing\, and teaching others about vibration and how it effects concrete production. His family consists of Kathy\, his daughter Ashlyn and son Anton that live in Iowa.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-drycast-production/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom G
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T085500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221223T204756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161940Z
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SUMMARY:5S/CI
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom F \nSpeaker: Peter Skinner – Press – Seal Corporation \nSpeaker Bio: \nI am married; my wife Karisa is fantastic. We have three wonderful kids (11\, 8\, 5)\, three good dogs\, and a cat\, who’s just okay. I enjoy lifting in the mornings\, my children’s sporting events\, and I have recently taken up the game of golf; I’m horrible. I say that honestly\, with no false modesty. \nI have grown up on production floors\, most of that time in our family business. When I was 7\, I would go to work with my Dad on the weekends. He would let me play in the factory while he caught up on work. I came back dirty\, but learning and exploring the family business from the start. At 15\, I started working on the floor during summers. After attending Purdue\, I quickly found my way back to Press-Seal and\, in 2007\, returned to stay. I have focused on the operations side of the business during my time at Press-Seal and worked with our team to do multiple vertical integrations managing various production departments\, purchasing\, and operations as a whole. In March 2020\, I took on the role of CEO. I enjoy my role as CEO immensely\, the team I lead\, and the growth we have experienced are fantastic. I am at my best at work when I get to be the kid playing in the back of his family’s rubber factory.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-5s-ci/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom F
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Plant Management,Production
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T085500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T205802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161945Z
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SUMMARY:Repairs & Finishing
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Paul Krauss – WJE\, Inc. \nSpeaker Bio: \nPaul has worked for the nationally-acclaimed consulting engineering firm of Wiss\, Janney\, Elstner Associates\, Inc. (WJE) since 1988. He first became involved with industry-specific quality programs in1991\, helping develop quality programs for several industry associations. He was involved with the original development of the ACPA QCast Program in 1998 and manages the team of trained WJE auditors that perform the plant audits for conformance to the QCast requirements. The passion and knowledge that Paul and the WJE auditors bring to the QCast program helps the industry improve quality and to “raise the bar”. Prior to joining WJE\, Paul worked for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) providing a state agency perspective.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-repairs-finishing/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T040850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161950Z
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SUMMARY:Pipe Show and Band - Wednesday - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom D and E \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 28 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-pipe-show-and-band-wednesday-afternoon/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom D and E
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,Social,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T151000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T202631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161954Z
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SUMMARY:Culvert Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeakers:  Robert Trevis\, P.E. – ODOT \nPresentation Description: \nAlthough historically overlooked\, culverts are essential to the highway system and contribute to a safe and dependable transportation system while contributing to Oregon’s economic success.  The percentage of culvert failures are significantly on the rise each year bringing environmental and economic hardships to Oregon’s local communities. \n– Learn about ODOT’s repeatable site evaluation criteria\n– Identify key factors in ODOT’s Inspection Rating System for culverts\n– Learn how to utilize the data for decision making and securing program funding \nSpeaker Bio:\n \nRobert Trevis\, PE is the Senior Culvert Hydraulic Engineer at the Oregon Department of Transportation. He is a Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon with more than 20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering and developed ODOT’s culvert inspection program. Robert administers both the culvert inspection program and the culvert-funding program for project inclusion into ODOT’s State Transportation Improvement Plan. His other responsibilities include technical expertise for culvert design\, trenchless rehabilitation technologies\, and design standards.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-culvert-inspection/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T151000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221219T173644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161959Z
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SUMMARY:Improving the Design Life Cycle of Sewer Structures
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom B \nSpeaker:  Kayla Hanson – Concrete Sealants \nPresentation Description: \nThe term “corrosion” is typically associated with rusting steel or maybe even old batteries. However\, other materials besides metals are also capable of corrosion. In the right conditions\, a phenomenon called microbial induced corrosion of concrete (MICC) can degrade concrete structures and severely impact their structural integrity and service life. \nMICC is a biogenic process of concrete degradation that is observed most in wastewater structures. MICC degradation occurs above the waterline and is evidenced by rough\, pock-marked\, and pitted concrete\, and in more severe cases by diminishing and crumbling concrete paste that exposes reinforcement and leaves behind loose aggregates. \nSpecific environmental conditions must be met for MICC to occur\, including progressing through a well-defined three-phase chain of events. Some wastewater systems may never progress through the necessary chain of events for this to occur while others will be prone to extreme MICC unless proper preventative and protective measures are taken\, yet other systems may experience MICC in some structures but not in others. \nMICC is heavily researched and well-understood. MICC prevention and treatment is not one-size-fits-all; each severity level is unique and requires a solution specific to the characteristics of the system. Fortunately\, the wastewater industry is equipped with proven\, research-backed solutions that are readily available to protect wastewater infrastructure investments against the costly and damaging effects of MICC. \nDuring this one-hour session\, we will discuss what microbial induced corrosion of concrete (MICC) is and how to identify whether a structure or system is experiencing – or might be prone to – MICC. Next\, we will investigate the unique three-phase chain of events that must occur before MICC can begin. We will also discuss the specific roles that hydrogen sulfide gas\, thiobacillus bacteria\, and concrete pH play in preventing – or encouraging – MICC. Finally\, using accelerated testing models\, we will show predictive life cycles based on site conditions. \nLearning Objectives:\n1. Explain what microbial induced corrosion of concrete (MICC) is and how to tell whether a structure or system is experiencing MICC.\n2. Describe the three-phase chain of events that must occur before MICC can take place.\n3. Explain the roles that hydrogen sulfide gas\, thiobacillus bacteria\, and concrete pH play in preventing – or promoting – MICC.\n4. Describe the life cycle prediction models and explain how this impacts the design life of sewer infrastructure components. \nUpon conclusion of this session\, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion showing one hour of professional development. \nSpeaker Bio: \nKayla provides technical consultation and product implementation assistance to customers\, engineers\, and end-users of all ConSeal products; she works closely with state DOTs and municipalities; and she serves as a liaison to the specifying community. \nKayla graduated from Purdue University in 2013 with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and an emphasis in structures. Kayla is a licensed Professional Engineer in Indiana. Prior to joining Concrete Sealants\, Kayla worked for the National Precast Concrete Association for over eight years where she most recently served as the Director of Technical Services. During her time with NPCA\, Kayla worked with various product-specific committees\, conducted Plant Evaluations at precast concrete manufacturing plants\, developed industry technical publications\, and presented educational sessions at conferences and universities across the country. \nKayla’s primary areas of interest include durability and watertightness of precast concrete structures; water and wastewater storage\, treatment\, and conveyance infrastructure; transportation infrastructure; and resilience. Kayla is also involved in industry codes and standards groups including ACI and ASTM\, and has served in various roles including the Secretary and Vice Chairman of ASTM Committee C27 on Precast Concrete Products.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-improving-the-design-life-of-sewer-structures/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T151000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221216T172414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162003Z
UID:5267-1675869000-1675872000@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Your Next Relationship Building Event
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A \nSpeaker:  Jennifer Harrell\, P.E.\, ENV SP. – American Concrete Pipe Association\n \nPresentation Description \nOne of the most valuable takeaways from any conference is the new contacts made through networking.  How do we meet someone at an event and then develop a business relationship?  This presentation will cover how to be an active networker and the appropriate strategy for success.  It’s important to plan your strategy well ahead of the event and schedule the right follow up actions.  Bring your notebook and prepare to rock your next conference. \nAttendees will walk away understanding: \n\nThe strategy and planning necessary to transform new contacts into valuable business relationships.\nThree tactics for active networking\nConversation hacks\n\nSpeaker Bio \nBased out of the heart of the US\, Jennifer has been working with the ACPA since April of 2020. As the Central 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. \nJennifer worked in municipal government for 12 years as a Hydraulics Engineer and a Project Manager and has 8 years of experience on the consulting side. She has more than 23 years of experience in all aspects of civil engineering\, project planning and management. Her expertise of 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/ps23-strategies-for-your-next-relationship-building-event/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T141000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T200859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162032Z
UID:5504-1675865400-1675868400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Asset Management
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeakers:  Michelle O’Neill\, P.E. – MDOT \nMike Halloran\, P.E. – MDOT \nPresentation Description: \nMDOT is in the early stages of developing an Ancillary Structures Asset Management program for 16 different structure types\, including culverts under 10′ in span. This presentation will provide an overview of the program\, current tasks and initiatives\, next steps and future initiatives. We will also discuss the culvert inventory in Michigan\, what inventory and inspection data is collected\, inspection procedures and training\, and a brief overview of some common issues we are discovering and overall network health relative to culverts. \nSpeaker Bios:\n \n\n\n\nMichelle O’Neill is the Program Manager of the Ancillary Structures Program at MDOT and is responsible for developing a rating system\, inspection guidelines\, an asset management strategy\, shop drawing approvals and updated design guides for the 16 ancillary structure types in the state. She has been at MDOT for 22 years and previously was the Operations Engineer in the Southwest Region. She is a graduate of Michigan Technological University and lives in Portage\, Michigan. \n\n\nMike Halloran is the Structure Preservation Section Manager in the Bureau of Bridges and Structures at MDOT\, which includes the Ancillary Structures unit\, Emergency Structure Response\, Statewide Bridge Maintenance Support\, Reachall unit\, Statewide Bridge Repair crew\, Statewide Overhead Sign\, and the Bridge Priority Preservation Design Squad. Mike has been with MDOT for 18 years and was previously the Region Bridge Engineer in the Southwest Region. He is also a graduate of Michigan Technological University and lives in Hopkins\, Michigan.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-asset-management/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T141000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221219T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162037Z
UID:5413-1675865400-1675868400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:RCP Joint Design & Gaskets
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom B \nSpeaker:  Alan Siebenthaler – Hamilton Kent \nPresentation Description \nWith the high costs of infrastructure\, there is little doubt that watertight joints in underground conveyance and retention systems should remain watertight for their functional life\, which in most cases is at least 100 years. This has led to growing specification and inspection of pipe projects throughout North America. This means that all parties involved\, including owners\, designers\, inspectors\, suppliers and installers need to have a good understanding of the:\n– Various concrete pipe joint designs\n– Assortment of gasket styles and materials\n– Gasket and pipe testing procedures\n– Gasket and pipe installation procedures \nThe purpose of this session is to provide attendees with improved understanding of all these factors and more so they can apply to them to their next project. \nThe key learning objectives of this presentation:\n1) Understand the value of watertight joints\n2) Distinguish the differences between typical joint designs in the concrete pipe industry\n3) Recognize the variety of gaskets available for each joint design\n4) Understand the process of gasket selection\n5) Appreciate the importance of joint quality and gasket quality assurance\n6) Realize the importance of proper gasket and pipe installation \nSpeaker Bio \nAlan Siebenthaler graduated in 1996 from the University of Dayton and immediately became involved in sales and marketing in the precast concrete and concrete pipe industry. He is now the U.S. Sales Manager for Hamilton Kent\, where he has been for over 16 years. He has given numerous presentations and classes regarding joint forming equipment quality assurance\, joint design and quality assurance\, and gasket selection and installation.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-rcp-joint-designs-and-gaskets/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T141000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221217T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162059Z
UID:5387-1675865400-1675868400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Evacuation Routes
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A \nSpeakers:  Trygve Hoff\, P.E.\, ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \n\nAsset Management provides agency/owners both a long-term roadmap toward better supervision of asset inventories\, as well as data necessary for logical material placement and usage. This information allows agencies to make sound engineering decisions backed by years of data\, which in turn improves resilience of the infrastructure system and maximizes sustainability. \nIn this session we will discuss the current issues and actions that impact such decisions in critical locations such as evacuation routes\, flood prone areas\, emergency access routes\, and others. We will explore how asset management data can be used to help prepare for recovery from major natural disasters\, and to determine the most appropriate mitigation planning. \nSpeaker Bio: \nTrygve Hoff\, P.E.\, ENV SP\, is the Northeast Region Engineer for the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA). Tryg graduated with a BS in Civil Engineering from The Ohio State University and his professional experience ranges from environmental consulting in Columbus\, Ohio\, to architectural engineering in beautiful Lake Tahoe\, California. He lives in Madison\, Virginia\, near the Blue Ridge mountains with his wife\, Brooks\, on a small 40‐acre horse farm. Tryg is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio\, and an Envision Sustainability Professional. He has been promoting resilient infrastructure with the ACPA since 2012.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-evacuation-routes/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T152500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221223T201412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162323Z
UID:5831-1675864800-1675869900@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Production Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:Location: Grand Ballroom F and G \nRoundtable Leaders: DJ\, Tom\, Larry\, Jake\, John\, Bill\, Dan\, & more \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-production-roundtables/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom F and G
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Plant Management,Production
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T152500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T205114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162327Z
UID:5786-1675864800-1675869900@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Calculations & Review
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Rich Brewster – Northern Concrete \nSpeaker Bio: \nRich Brewster is Director of Quality Control for Northern Concrete Pipe\, based in Bay City\, Michigan. He’s been with Northern for eighteen years\, and involved in the quality program for fifteen. Rich is responsible for developing and overseeing Northern’s award winning quality control program\, maintaining various plant and company certifications\, ensuring product compliance to local\, state and national specifications\, personnel training\, and overseeing research projects. Rich holds a degree in Science and is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Rich is a current member of ACPA’s Quality\, Education\, and Research Committees.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-calculations-review/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T135500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T204754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162334Z
UID:5782-1675861200-1675864500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pre/Post Pour Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Karl Josey – Oldcastle \nSpeaker Bio: \nKarl is a Quality Control Department Manager for Oldcastle Infrastructure. He offices out of San Antonio\, TX and is over the Quality Departments for 7 Texas plants. He has been in the industry since September1989. Karl started as an Engineering Technician for the Texas Department of Transportation for 15 years and started with Rinker Materials Pipe in February 2005 as Quality Control Manager for the Houston and Rosharon Plants. In 2012 Karl became a Region Quality Manager for Rinker Materials Pipe based in Houston\, TX. and acquired by Oldcastle Infrastructure in April 2022.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-pre-post-pour-inspection/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T141626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162339Z
UID:5700-1675859400-1675864800@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Panel - Facing the Market: Challenges & Opportunities Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Location: Grand Ballroom A\, B\, and C \nPanel Leaders: Charlie Purcell\, P.E. – IA DOT \nKhalil Jaber\, P.E.\, PMP – NE DOT \nMichael Beer\, P.E. – MN DOT
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-panel-facing-the-market-challenges-opportunities-ahead/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A\, B\, and C
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T135500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221223T200820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162348Z
UID:5825-1675857600-1675864500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Problem Solving & Trouble Shooting
DESCRIPTION:Location: Grand Ballroom F and G \nSpeakers: John Witte and Kevin Dowd – Afinitas \nSpeaker Bios: \nMore information to come! \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-problem-solving-trouble-shooting/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom F and G
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Plant Management,Production
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T125500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T203443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162353Z
UID:5774-1675857600-1675860900@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Curing
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Regency A and B \nSpeaker: Mel Marshall – MCM Consultants \nSpeaker Bio: \nMel graduated in 1960 from University of Alberta with a B.Sc. Degree in Civil Engineering. Since 1980 he has operated a consulting service to the concrete industry. Mel serves on the American Concrete Pipe Association Technical Committee and is Past Chairman of the Technical Committee for the Ontario Concrete Pipe Association. He also serves on the ACPA Manufacturing/Quality Committee and is presently an Associate Member of both associations. Mel is current chairman of the CSA A257Committee and involved in many other ASTM and CSA committees. For his contributions to our industry\, Mel has been awarded the ASTM Spangler Award for performing outstanding technical work in committee C-13 activities\, and the Award of Merit from both the ASTM and CSA Associations. \n 
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-curing/
LOCATION:Regency A and B
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production,Quality School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221222T040159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162400Z
UID:5628-1675854000-1675859400@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Pipe Show - Wednesday - Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom D and E \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 28 exhibitors showcasing their products\, services\, and people\, there is something for everyone to see at the Pipe Show!
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-pipe-show-wednesday-lunch/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom D and E
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,Engineering,Exhibition,In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,Plant Management,Production,Quality School,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T112500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221220T195515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162406Z
UID:5501-1675852200-1675855500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Buoyancy
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom C \nSpeaker:  Hank Gottschalk – CP&P \nPresentation Description: \nEvery object that is submerged in a liquid will experience buoyant forces. Buried tanks\, vaults\, manholes\, drainage inlets\, pipes and culverts are no exception. A review of the potential buoyant forces and their impacts should be part of each and every design. This session will discuss buoyancy in simple terms that everyone should understand\, how they apply to buried infrastructure\, and will review specific examples on how to assess and design for buoyancy. \nSpeaker Bio: \nHank Gottschalk has over thirty years experience in construction industry\, the majority of those years focused on buried underground utility and infrastructure. He currently serves as Senior Manager-Technical Marketing for Concrete Pipe & Precast\, LLC (CP&P) focusing on new products\, new markets\, and providing technical resources for proper design and installation of buried precast concrete products. Hank has provided educational training throughout the Mid-Atlantic area to hundreds of specifiers\, contractors\, engineers\, and inspectors on buried drainage and pipeline installation\, inspection and acceptance. He has served on numerous committees within the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA\,) the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA\,) the Central Atlantic Precast Concrete Association (CAPCA\,) The Precast Concrete Association of Virginia (PCAV\,) and the Carolina’s Concrete Pipe & Products Association (CCPPA) assisting with specifications\, promotion\, and training. Hank earned his Civil Engineering degree from Old Dominion University.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/p23-buoyancy/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom C
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Streaming Transportation Track,TEM,Transportation,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T112500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221219T172519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T184924Z
UID:5332-1675852200-1675855500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:QC\, QA\, and QCast
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom B \nSpeaker:  Margarita Takou\, PhD\, P.E.\, ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPresentation Description: \n\n\n\n\nQuality Control and Assurance of the precast infrastructure is streamlined with a plethora of peer reviewed practices and tools that will be discussed during this presentation. These tools are available starting from production in the plant level to inspection throughout its service life. The short-term reward of minimal quality control and assurance cost or time saving during production\, construction\, and post installation inspection is usually far outweighed by the consequences of unscheduled maintenance. \n\n\nThe use of proven and resilient products as well as consistency in inspection\, reporting\, personnel training\, and equipment verification is required to ensure our infrastructure reaches or exceeds its designed service life. \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \nCurrently based in Irving\, Texas\, she has been working for the ACPA since September of 2016. As Technical Resources Manager\, she works with members and engineers on any technical items related to concrete pipes and boxes. She manages the QCast program and is also a committee staff liaison between Research\, Quality\, and Safety.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-qc-qa-qcast/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom B
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T112500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221217T013022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162414Z
UID:5381-1675852200-1675855500@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Proper Pipe Gasket Design System
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom A \nSpeakers:  Jim Gamble – Press-Seal \nPresentation Description: \nThe presentation will provide you\, as the contractor\, manufacturer\, or owner\, with some tools to better understand what makes a sound “sealing system.” With a better understanding of different terminology used in the industry\, different types of joints\, and different gasket types\, a sense of general tolerances of the “system” and governing specifications and how they are applied theoretically and empirically to joints in various installed conditions. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJim has 15 total years of professional engineering experience focusing in components\, sub-assemblies and full working engineered assemblies in the plastic\, rubber and metal forming product fields –While Supporting the Automotive and Non-Automotive industries.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-proper-pipe-gasket-design-system/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom A
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing,Pipe School 2023,TEM,Transportation, Engineering, & Marketing Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T105500
DTSTAMP:20260427T193217
CREATED:20221223T203851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T162418Z
UID:5837-1675848600-1675853700@pipeschool.org
SUMMARY:Machinery Workshop - BESSER
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Grand Ballroom G \nWorkshop Leader: Scott Kennedy – BESSER \nLeader Bio:  \nScott owned and operated his family’s Besser-equipped pipe plant in North Carolina for over twenty years\, successfully growing the business before selling to Hanson (previously Forterra and now Rinker) in 2007. At that time\, he joined the Besser Team in a technical service capacity; first as a contractor and then as Technical Service Manager in 2017. He’s an instructor for the American Concrete Pipe Association’s Pipe School\, and for the Besser training programs held in Sioux City and in producers’ plants. In 2021 Scott was promoted to Vice President of Pipe & Precast. He leads the Team with his can-do attitude\, resourcefulness\, and vast industry knowledge.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/ps23-machinery-workshop-besser/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom G
CATEGORIES:Advanced Production,In-Person,Pipe School 2023,Production
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