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Expanded access and support for HDD rock tooling
PELLA, Iowa, February 15, 2018 – Two of the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry’s leading equipment and tooling manufacturers, Vermeer Corporation and Mincon Group PLC, have formed a distribution alliance to expand contractors’ access to quality rock tooling worldwide. As part of the agreement, Vermeer dealers are now the exclusive channel for Mincon HDD air hammer systems, HDD pull reaming hammers and HDD support equipment, including HDD support stations and oilers.
“Mincon has pioneered HDD rock drilling solutions and when paired with Vermeer drills are productive in hard rock environments,” said Jason Zylstra, product manager, Lifecycle at Vermeer. “With the responsive support provided by Vermeer dealers and quality Mincon tooling, contractors have everything they need to take on challenging rock bores.”
Mincon hard rock hammer systems utilize high-frequency cycle technology that aids in the faster removal of drill cuttings from the bit face while providing the smallest possible chips. This design also improves steering capabilities and causes less vibration in the drill string.
For more information about Vermeer HDD equipment and Mincon HDD tooling, please consult your local Vermeer dealer.
ABOUT VERMEER
Vermeer Corporation delivers a real impact in a progressing world through the manufacture of high-quality tree care, environmental, underground construction, surface mining, and agricultural equipment. With a reputation for durability and reliability, that equipment is backed by localized customer service and support provided by independent dealers around the world. To learn more about Vermeer Corporation, products, the dealer network and financing options, visit Vermeer.com.
ABOUT MINCON
Mincon Group PLC was founded in 1977 in Shannon, Ireland. Mincon manufactures and distributes a range of precision engineered hard rock drilling tools for a variety of industries including mining, exploration, waterwell, geothermal, construction, horizontal directional drilling, oil-gas and energy. Mincon Group PLC has a worldwide presence with offices in Ireland, UK, Sweden, Finland, USA, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Namibia, Tanzania, Senegal, Chile and Peru. For more information about Mincon Group PLC, visit Mincon.com.
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NASTT is pleased to announce that Kent State University based in Kent, Ohio, has joined the roster of Student Chapters. This brings the Student Chapter count to 19!
The Chapter will be lead by the following student officers:
President – Tyler Pocsics
Vice President – Alex Ceh
Secretary – Andrew Mozil
Treasurer – Zachary Burke
The Faculty Advisor for the Chapter is former NASTT Student Member, Lameck Onsarigo. Lameck is a graduate of Bowling Green State University and is one of NASTT’s many student success stories! Read more about Lameck’s student experience here. Lameck has since graduated and has gone on to join the faculty at Kent State and will lead the new Student Chapter. NASTT is extremely proud of Lameck and we’re excited for the future of this new Student Chapter! Welcome to the Family, Kent State!
Industry News, trenchless projects
HDD with Fusible PVC® pipe saves Commission $200,000
Overview
The Howard County Regional Water Commission (HCRWC) was formed in April 2008 with the intent of being a wholesale water provider for the City of New Franklin, the City of Fayette and Howard County CPWSD #1. MECO Engineering has been involved with HCRWC since day one in an effort to assist with design and funding of the required infrastructure. The necessary infrastructure consisted of an alluvial well field, water treatment plant, water tower and distribution mains.
The distribution system design consisted of approximately 68,000 feet of 12-inch waterline, 1,200 feet of 10-inch waterline and 1,200 feet of 6-inch waterline with the majority of the pipe to be installed by conventional open-cut installation. However, there was still a significant amount of the 12-inch waterline that could not be installed by conventional open-cut construction
based on environmental concerns such as creek crossings or as a result of private property disturbance agreements tied to the issuance of easements. As a result, approximately 8,800 feet of the 12-inch line would need to be installed using horizontal
directional drilling (HDD) installation methodology.
The original plans and specifications included HDPE pipe for the HDD portions of the job. However, during the bid process, Fusible PVC® pipe was allowed as an alternate material for the HDD sections. As a benefit, Fusible PVC® pipe would be able to match the bell-and-spigot PVC pipe being installed in the open cut portions of the job, while the HDPE pipe would need to be upsized in order to provide the same inside diameter. Ultimately the project allowed for two material options in the HDD portion of the job, 12-inch DR 21 Fusible PVC® pipe and 14-inch DR 9 HDPE pipe.
Bids were opened on July 8, 2015 and based on utilizing Fusible PVC® pipe for the HDD sections, C&S Construction out of New London, Missouri was the low bidder. In fact, their bid provided a $200,000 savings due to installing Fusible PVC® pipe instead of the HDPE pipe that was originally specified.
The distribution system portion of the work lasted approximately eight months with all of the Fusible PVC® pipe being installed and tested without any issues.
“We have installed Fusible PVC® pipe on multiple jobs. We really like the way it performs. For this project it allowed us to drill a smaller hole when compared to the HDPE option. Since most of these drills occurred in rock, a smaller hole provides substantial savings of both time and money.” Clinton Ray, Owner Ray’s Construction
Project Story submitted by Underground Solutions, Inc., 858.679.9551
www.undergroundsolutions.com
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UKSTT are holding their first Masterclass of 2018 on Polyethylene Lining at the Birmingham Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.
Date: 19th April 2018
Venue: Birmingham Motorcycle Museum | Solihull | West Midlands | B92 0EJ
Programme Highlights include:
- PE Pipe: Materials, Properties, Design and Application
- PE Lining: Methods & Techniques, Applications & Design
- Jointing of PE Lining Pipes
- UK & International Standards & Codes of Practice for PE Pipe Lining – Water, Gas & Wastewater
- Pipe Bursting using PE Lining – Upsizing
- Case Studies
- Sliplining
- Close Fit Fold & Form
- Close Fit Diameter Reduction
The UKSTT Masterclasses qualify for a CPD certificate which is an easy way for you to demonstrate your continued efforts to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. To request a CPD certificate please enquire when booking.
To register your attendance please return the Booking Form to admin@ukstt.org.uk
Cost to attend: £150pp + VAT. UKSTT/FWA & PIG members receive a 10% discount. Price includes:
Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on arrival
Mid Morning Tea/Coffee & Biscuits
Two Course Hot & Cold Buffet Lunch
Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Biscuits
Free entry to the Motorcycle Museum
Copies of the full days presentations
Free wifi
CPD Certificate
Industry News
The ASTT Technical Forums are back in 2018!
After a successful year of forums in 2017, the Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology (ASTT) are pleased to be again offering the following Technical Forums to start 2018:
VIC – Thursday 8 March – 3 to 6.30 pm – Woodward Conference Centre, Carlton
NSW – Thursday 22 March – 3 to 6.30 pm – Sydney Water, Parramatta
For further information on who will be speaking at each forum, please visit the event website.
The forums will be attended by key industry decision makers, contractors and manufacturers, with plenty of opportunities to network over canapés and drinks after the presentations.
Event registration for ASTT members is just AU$45. Registration for non-members is AU$65.
Did you know they also have forums throughout New Zealand in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington? If you would like further information on these please visit the New Zealand Trenchless Technology Roadshow website.
Interested in presenting or sponsoring any of the ASTT Technical Forums? Please contact Rebecca Burns at rburns@gs-press.com.au.
PELLA, Iowa, February 15, 2018 – Two of the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry’s leading equipment and tooling manufacturers, Vermeer Corporation and Mincon Group PLC, have formed a distribution alliance to expand contractors’ access to quality rock tooling worldwide. As part of the agreement, Vermeer dealers are now the exclusive channel for Mincon HDD air hammer systems, HDD pull reaming hammers and HDD support equipment, including HDD support stations and oilers.
