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NASTT is strong in tradition and believes in supporting the education of the trenchless youth of North America. Years ago, a scholarship was created in the memory of Michael E. Argent, who is recognized as one of the industry’s true visionaries and a motivating force behind the growth of trenchless technology. In 1990, Michael was one of five persons who founded NASTT.
Through this scholarship program established in his memory, it is hoped that Michael’s contributions to the industry will continue to inspire young trenchless professionals. So when you are at NASTTs No-Dig Show in Palm Springs, please say hello and congratulations to this year’s recipients.
Robert Cichocki – Queen’s University
Johnathan Grill – Montana Tech
Ryan Laborde – Louisiana Tech University- Trenchless Technology Center
Ashly Rieman – Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
Sarah Sargent – Oklahoma State University
Yezan Swaies – Vanderbilt University
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Are you an engineering or construction management student? Is trenchless technology your passion or something you’re interested in learning more about? Networking is an important step in establishing relationships within the trenchless community. What better way to begin your trenchless career than to become an NASTT Student Non-Affiliated Member. NASTT is excited to offer this brand new student membership opportunity for you.
This student membership is open to any student actively enrolled full-time in a North American university or college that does not currently host an NASTT Student Chapter. The cost for this Student Membership is just $50.00 USD per year and grants you access to the full spectrum of member benefits, including unlimited technical paper downloads!
Join us and learn how you can broaden your network! For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Renee Corea, NASTT Membership Administrator.
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Tim Ross with 17 years of industry experience joins the McLaughlin team
GREENVILLE, S.C. — January 22, 2018 — McLaughlin announces the addition of Tim Ross, regional sales manager for its East Coast territory. In his new role, Ross will provide sales support and expert advice for McLaughlin equipment dealers and contractors throughout the region.
For the past 17 years, Ross has served the construction and utilities industries, working in various positions including sales support for contractors running vacuum excavation equipment in the Central and Southeastern regions of the United States. He has also served as the production manager for a vacuum excavation manufacturer, office manager and information technology manager.
“Tim’s entire career has been focused on helping with the needs of contractors serving the utility industry,” said Jake Jeffords, McLaughlin director of sales and marketing. “He has a passion for the industry, knowledgeable about machinery and focused giving customers the support they need to be successful. We are thrilled to have him on our team.”
McLaughlin, a Vermeer Company, is a leading manufacturer of trenchless construction equipment including Vermeer vacuum excavators, auger boring machines, pneumatic piercing tools, locators, directional drills and attachments. Ross with support the full line of McLaughlin products for dealers and contractor.
For more information about McLaughlin products and services, visit www.mclaughlinunderground.com or email McLaughlin at mmole@mightymole.com.
McLaughlin, a Vermeer Company, has been actively involved in the drilling tool industry for more than 95 years, McLaughlin has a reputation for designing and building dependable, low maintenance trenchless construction equipment. McLaughlin takes pride in providing solutions for OEMs and the underground industry.
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Reader inquiries:
McLaughlin Group, Inc.
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Denver, January 10, 2018 – Brierley Associates celebrates the addition of Jim Williams, PE. Jim has more than 24-years of experience in underground engineering and construction with special emphasis in Horizontal Directional Drilling. His experience includes complex HDD design, design-build, construction feasibility, risk assessment, execution planning and project management. Jim is a licensed engineer in 15 states including Texas and Florida.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Florida, Jim spent the next 12-years serving as a design and project manager at a Florida based engineering consultancy. In 2005, he founded an engineering firm specializing in HDD and trenchless projects that were executed throughout the US. In 2010, he joined Mears, where he served as the Engineering Manager for one of the largest HDD contractors in the world. While at Mears, Jim helped plan and complete many unique land and marine-based HDD projects, including several award winners.
Within Brierley Associates’ Trenchless Services sector, Jim will work closely with Brian Dorwart, Tom Pullen and Nick Strater. Nick notes “Jim further increases our bench strength in HDD planning and design, and provides us the unique perspective of an experienced contractor. We’ve worked with Jim for years, and we’re truly excited he’s decided to join Brierley Associates.”
Jim will be based in the Texas region, where he will work with our Austin and Houston offices to provide assistance to the energy industry, and other market sectors using HDD and trenchless technologies.
About Brierley Associates
Brierley Associates delivers intrinsic, recognizable value to our owner, A/E firm, and contractor clients by focusing on constructability, efficiency and practicality. Their geotechnical and structural design and consulting services are founded on a keen understanding of our clients’ needs, subsurface conditions, site-specific constraints, and the risks associated with the construction of underground facilities and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
Contact
Brierley Associates | 990 S Broadway, Suite 222, Denver, CO 80209 | 303.703.1405 www.brierleyassociates.com
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Overseas Opportunities!
*New* NASTT Membership Available now: International Individual Membership
Broaden your network and help yourself and your organization gain international recognition by inviting your overseas colleagues to join NASTT! There’s something for everyone in the NASTT Family.
Open to any individual residing outside of North America with interests in the advancement and the application of trenchless technologies for the overall benefit of our infrastructure and our communities. Available to “individuals only” as an associate membership without voting privileges within the society and our affiliates. International members may not hold office with NASTT or with the NASTT Regional Chapters. Group membership for municipalities or corporations are not offered internationally by NASTT.
International Individual Members can save $250 USD on an individual full conference registration at NASTT’s Annual No-Dig Show. This benefit alone pays for the membership. To be eligible, you must be certified as International Individual Member at the time of the conference. International Individual Member Price: $250.00
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NASTT is pleased to present three new membership opportunities in 2018:
Attention Students!
Available now: Student Non-Affiliated Membership
NASTT proudly engages 18 official Student Chapters,and now we are branching out to all students throughout North America! The NASTT Student Non-Affiliated Membership ($50 USD per year) is available to any student actively enrolled full-time in a North American university that doesn’t currently have an official Student Chapter on campus.
Overseas Opportunities!
Available now: International Individual Membership
The NASTT International Individual Membership ($250 USD per year) is available to any individual residing outside of North America.
Stay Engaged!
Available now: Retiree Membership
The NASTT Retiree Membership ($40 USD per year) is open to NASTT members after they retire from the industry.
Click here to learn about all of NASTT’s membership options.
