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New drill also features almost 11 percent increase in carriage speed, reduced sound levels
PELLA, Iowa — Vermeer is pleased to introduce the compact D10x15 S3 Navigator horizontal directional drill (HDD) for the utility installation market. The D10x15 S3 is designed to provide more power and carriage speed, and lower sound levels than its D9x13 S3 Navigator HDD predecessor.
“Market feedback indicated that utility contractors who are operating compact-size drills are demanding more performance,” said Tod Michael, product manager at Vermeer. “We listened and responded by optimizing the horsepower, thrust, rotation and carriage speed of the new D10x15 S3 to help utility contractors install more feet per day.”
The D10x15 S3 features a 60 hp (44.7 kW) Deutz TD2.9 Tier 4 Final engine — a 36 percent power boost compared to its D9x13 S3 predecessor. Vermeer also increased the thrust/pullback to 10,000 pounds (44.5 kN), the maximum torque to 1,500 foot-pounds (2,033.7 Nm), and the maximum spindle speed to 220 rpm.
Speed, sound and simplicity are trademarks of the entire Vermeer S3 drill lineup. With those goals in mind, Vermeer increased the maximum carriage speed to 208 fpm (63.4 m/min), and reduced operating noise. The drill’s reduced sound levels help reduce noise and disturbance on residential jobsites, and enables easier communication among the crew members.
The combination of the drill’s reduced sound levels and compact size, and the drill rod’s tight bend radius, makes it well suited for short “curb-to-home” fiber and service work. These shots are typically less than 300 feet (91.4 m) and 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter.
“Measuring just 12.5 feet (3.8 m) long, the D10x15 S3 has one of the smallest footprints in its class,” said Michael. “When a crew is working in a residential area with limited space, they may have to set up in the street. The compact design of the D10x15 S3 helps minimize traffic disruptions in a neighborhood.”
Like other models in the Vermeer S3 product line, the D10x15 S3 has an optional DigiTrak® Aurora™ interactive, full-color touch-screen display. The Aurora screen delivers real-time, easy-to-view location information, and can be used in conjunction with the Vermeer Productivity Tools.
The D10x15 is the latest addition to the Vermeer S3 Navigator® HDD product line, which includes the: D20x22 S3 Navigator® HDD, D23x30 S3 Navigator® HDD, D24x40 S3 Navigator® HDD, D40x55 S3 Navigator® HDD and D60x90 S3 Navigator® HDD for utility work, and the larger D100x140 S3 Navigator® HDD and D220x300 S3 Navigator® HDD for pipeline installation projects. Visit www.vermeer.com or contact a local Vermeer dealer to learn more about the S3 Navigator horizontal directional drills.
Vermeer Corporation delivers a real impact in a progressing world through the manufacture of high-quality underground construction, surface mining, tree care, environmental 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 about Vermeer Corporation, products, the dealer network and financing options, visit vermeer.com.
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South Ogden, Utah – The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) has announced a call for abstracts for their 2016 regional conference, Trenchless Elevated, Oct. 5-6 at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, Salt Lake City, Utah.
All abstracts must be submitted by July 29, 2016.
A variety of trenchless topics will be covered at the conference. Abstracts from the following subject areas are of interest to the selection committee. Case studies are encouraged.
· Pipeline Rehabilitation for water, wastewater & storm water systems
· Advanced pipeline condition assessment, inspection
· Pipe bursting, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), lateral lining
· New installations: tunneling, microtunneling, pipe ramming, boring
· Trenchless research, emerging technologies, industry issues
For details and submittal information, please visit http://trenchlesselevated.com/wp-content/uploads/call-for-abstracts.pdf. If you have questions, contact Jared Oldroyd, Jared@JWOEngineering.com or Stephanie Nix-Wille, stephienix@chnix.com.
The program committee will review all submissions and select those to be presented at Trenchless Elevated 2016. For more information about the conference, visit www.trenchlesselevated.com.
For information about exhibit/sponsorship opportunities, contact Brittany Maurer at bmaurer@benjaminmedia.com.
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Brownsdale, MN – July 18, 2016 – Akkerman announces the appointment of Cecilia Zavaleta as sales engineer and Yovani Zelaya as project manager to its sales team.
Zavaleta will provide sales and customer support in California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico, and establish new and sustain existing dealership relations in Mexico, and Central and South America. In addition, Zavaleta will have a specialized focus on pipeline infrastructure projects throughout North America.
Zavaleta has been in sales and new business development in the heavy construction equipment industry for over 10 years, predominately in western United States, Canada and Mexico. Zavaleta was most recently employed by American Augers/Trencor, Inc. as a territory sales manager where she was responsible for customer support, new account development, establishing dealerships, and brand training for dealer personnel. Prior to this Zavaleta handled sales and customer management then transitioned to co-owner and general manager for Roadrunner Construction Supply and HDD Repair in Bloomington, CA. Zavaleta is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Zavaleta is completing her Doctor of Business Administration degree at Argosy University, in Ontario, California and completed her master’s and bachelor’s degrees in business administration at California Baptist University, in Riverside, California.
Zelaya will be responsible for domestic sales activities and project forecasting in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana.
Zelaya contributes a unique perspective to the sales team given his varied background in the oilfield and fluid manufacturing industries. Zelaya was previously employed as general manager at drilling fluids manufacturer Glob Energy Corporation in Houston, TX. Early in his career at oilfield products and services supplier Baker Hughes Inc. of Houston, Zelaya was a numerical control (NC) programmer and computer numerical control (CNC) machinist.
He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Tyler in Houston and holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Zelaya is also fluent in English and Spanish.
Jason Holden, Director of Sales at Akkerman comments, “We are very excited to have Cecilia and Yovani as part of the company and I have full confidence in their abilities to expand the reach of Akkerman equipment. Their bilingual capabilities are a key benefit to enhance communications with customers in these territories. Cecilia and Yovani’s contributions complement our existing team in our pursuit of providing project solutions to our customers and positioning our equipment in key markets. We are really looking forward to great things in the future for Akkerman.”
Zavaleta works out of her home office in Riverside, CA and be reached at (800) 533-0386 extension 178, and here. Zelaya is based out of his home office in Houston, TX and can be reached at (800) 533-0386 extension 133 and here.
For over forty years, Akkerman has developed, manufactured and supported quality pipe jacking and tunneling equipment that accurately installs a variety of underground infrastructure. For more information, visit akkerman.com.
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Robbins and NHI Agree to a Three-Phase Merger Plan
An agreement between The Robbins Company and Northern Heavy Industries (NHI) Group was finalized on June 28, 2016 in Shenyang, capital of northeast China’s Liaoning Province.
This initial agreement is the first step of a three-phase merger process and gives NHI minority interest in The Robbins Company. In the next phase, anticipated to occur in July 2016, NHI will assume 61% ownership of The Robbins Company. Lok Home, President of The Robbins Company, will remain vested in the company and continue in his leadership role. In the final phase, The Robbins Company, NFM and NHI will be merged, combining their collective resources and expertise. It is anticipated that Lok Home will assume the role of President of the newly formed company. Operations of The Robbins Company are expected to remain the same.
“This merger puts Robbins in an excellent position to expand our presence in the global TBM market,” said Mr. Home. “It will enable us to provide better global service and support to our customers, and will open the door to new opportunities, especially in China. NHI has very impressive capabilities. Joining forces with them gives us expanded resources to go after more projects and strengthens our reputation as a world leader in the tunnel boring industry.”
“By laying out developing plans in Asia, America and Europe, and making a concerted effort together, we will strengthen our competitiveness in the market,” said Yang Tao, General Manager of the Tunneling Machine Company, a subsidiary of NHI.
Based in Shenyang, NHI employs 10,000 people and is among China’s top three heavy machinery manufacturers. Its products are sold to more than 30 countries worldwide. In 2007 NHI merged with NFM Technologies of France, making it a transnational company.
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HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., July 11, 2016 – ULC Robotics, Inc., a leading robotics, energy services, and research and development company focused on the energy and utility industries, recently appointed Mr. Graeme Cleeton to Vice President of United Kingdom Operations.
With more than 30 years of experience in the UK utility industry, Cleeton has an outstanding track record of developing, implementing and delivering first-class strategy and planning for efficiently driving growth and improving company profitability.
“The UK utility networks are constantly searching for innovative solutions that will enhance their asset’s operations, increase safety and minimize impact to the public,” said Gregory Penza, President, and CEO of ULC Robotics, Inc. “With Graeme in place as the VP of Operations, ULC’s UK business efforts will continue to address those needs while developing beneficial, strategic partnerships that will allow our innovative solutions to be successfully deployed for our clients.”
Cleeton’s role as Vice President of UK Operations will include managing ULC’s well-established CISBOT field operations, client relations, and developing new markets and driving business growth across the UK. Cleeton’s extensive background will be paramount in successfully implementing the groundbreaking CIRRIS XI™ Inspection Robot and CIRRIS XR™ Repair Robot into business-as-usual operation for UK gas networks.
“With my experience working in the UK utility industry, progressing from working in the field to leading businesses for nationally recognized clients and reputable contractors, I am extremely excited to come to such a fantastic company with endless opportunities to change the way our sector operates,” said Cleeton. “My initial focus will be to ensure ULC Robotics’ products and services are deployed with the highest degree of success.”
Cleeton has also held executive positions with Northern Gas Networks and Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions. Cleeton will be based out of ULC’s UK headquarters in Dartford, Kent.
About ULC Robotics, Inc.
ULC Robotics, Inc. is a leader in developing and deploying innovative technology and processes that help pipeline operators and energy companies repair, inspect and assess their infrastructure. The deployment of ULC Robotics’ range of products and services helps to eliminate costly and disruptive excavation while eliminating gas leaks, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving efficiency.
Both ULC Robotics and their clients have shared accolades for developing some of the most innovative products in the energy industry. Recognition includes a 2016 and 2014 Top 50 Global Robotics Companies by Robotics Business Review, Robotics Business Review 2015 Game Changer Award in Construction, Mining, and Energy, and the 2016 and 2014 Energy Innovation Award for enabling gas utilities to deliver a safe and reliable supply of energy to customers. For more information on ULC Robotics, Inc. and its products and services, please visit www.ulcrobotics.com
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Mortimer is staying busy on the job with Midwest Mole!
Mortimer the Sewer Rat was adopted earlier this year during NASTT’s 15th Annual Educational Fund Auction by the generous folks at Midwest Mole!
Check out some of the project sites he’s visited recently:
Tapp Road, Bloomington, IN
As the I-69 project in Bloomington, Indiana continues, Mortimer finds himself in the midst of a reline project. Due to the new interchange, existing culverts need to be rehabilitated. The existing elliptical line shown in the picture is corrugated metal pipe that measures 56”x72” and is being relined with a 42” steel casing. The crossing ends with a 28’ deep manhole on the west end. No evidence of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles so far.
Hobart, IN
This project in Hobart, Indiana involves replacing more than 2,500’ of old and deteriorating cast iron water main installed in the 1940’s and 1950’s. The work is being done with the use of a horizontal directional drill (HDD) machine. The old water main is being replaced with 8” HDPE. In the picture you can see the HDPE pipe being readied to fuse, which allows them to connect two sections of the pipe together.
Peru, IN
Along US 31, near Peru, Indiana, this project involves the rehabilitation of 5 different culverts. The job consists of 4 CIPP relines and a Milliken geo-polymer geo-spray liner. These technologies coat the inside of the existing corrugated metal culvert, which avoids having to have it replaced or slip-lined altogether. Sizes range from 48-78”.
Stay tuned for more updates on Mortimer during his year with Midwest Mole!
