Presenter: Jeff Hite
Organization: Rinker Materials
Description: Sometimes we hear that plastic pipe is almost as strong as concrete pipe and it can be installed exactly the same. The comparative load test provides an interesting field demonstration that visually dispels the strength claim. It compares concrete pipe to polypropylene pipe with zero side support.
Pipe School is the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA)’s annual event where members, DOTs, consulting engineers, subject matter experts, and other industry personnel get together to discuss, learn, and engage with one another. The school advances the industry by teaching classes on production, advanced production, and quality, while engaging with industry stakeholders to ensure that they are provided with information vital to their decision making process.
