Call for ABSTRACTS
ABSTRACTS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY BY October 1, 2026
Professional Development Hours (PDH) available
Share your expertise with the trenchless industry:
The Rocky Mountain Chapter of NASTT (RMNASTT) is now accepting abstracts for its 2027 Regional Conference, a premier single-day event focused on trenchless technology, innovation, and collaboration.
Industry professionals, engineers, contractors, consultants, utility owners, suppliers, and researchers are invited to submit presentation proposals highlighting practical experience, emerging technologies, lessons learned, and innovative trenchless solutions. Case studies are encouraged.
Topics of Interest:
- New Installations of Tunneling, Microtunneling, Pipe Ramming, DTH, Auger & others
- Pipeline Rehabilitation for Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Systems
- Advanced Pipeline Condition Assessment & Inspection
- Pipe Bursting, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) & Lateral Lining
- Trenchless Research, Emerging Technologies & Industry Issues
- Energy Pipeline Systems
Share your expertise, expand your network, increase your visibility and advance the industry!
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Abstract submissions are due by October 1, 2026. Presentation proposals must include:
1) Author(s) contact information, 2) Title of presentation, 3) Abstract (150 – 250 words) and 4) Topic of Interest. Accepted presenters will be required to submit a brief presenter biography and a final presentation .ppt for conference publication. Presentations will be 25 minutes including time to answer questions from the audience.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Please e-mail your presentation abstract and supporting materials to Drew Randall (drew.randall@denverwater.org). Final presentations will be due January 10, 2027.
Keep the No-Dig North connection going! Join fellow trenchless professionals from Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic Providences for a relaxed evening of Networking, conversations, and fun at GRETA Bar in Calgary, AB.
Free for GLSLA Regional Members and 2026 No-Dig North attendees. Please pre-register via the GLSLA LinkedIn event.
Join us for an educational luncheon on applying ASCE MOP 145 to Gravity CIPP Lining Projects.
Applying ASCE MOP 145 to Gravity CIPP Lining Projects: For decades, the trenchless rehabilitation industry has relied on ASTM F1216 as the primary design and specification reference for Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) rehabilitation of gravity sewers in North America. However, after a newer structural design framework (i.e., ASCE MOP 145) was introduced in 2021, questions are emerging about whether the traditional F1216 approach remains sufficient for modern rehabilitation challenges. While ASTM F1216 provides a straightforward and familiar design method, it was originally developed for relatively ideal conditions and does not fully address challenges such as pipe geometry, large deformations, significant defects, or variability in liner material properties. ASCE MOP 145 introduces a Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) methodology that accounts for uncertainties in loads, material performance, and installation conditions. This approach allows more robust liner designs while improving alignment between engineering expectations and contractor means and methods. This presentation will walk through the procedural steps of both F1216 and MOP 145. Project examples and design comparisons will illustrate how both approaches can be applied to support informed specification and the long-term performance of gravity sewer rehabilitation projects.
Presenter: Kay Awe – Senior Trenchless Engineer
Kay is a Senior Trenchless Engineer at Stantec with technical expertise in structural design, geotechnical assessment, pipeline design, rehabilitation, and condition assessment. He is a registered professional engineer in Alberta & Ontario, and has worked on a wide range of trenchless projects across Canada and the US. Kay earned his PhD from the University of Waterloo and is very passionate about advancing the trenchless industry. He is actively involved in professional organizations through committees such as NASTT Northwest Planning Committee, CUIIC Geotechnical Committee, and Standards development Task Groups for both AWWA C623 CIPP Pressure Pipe Design Appendix and ASTM F3182 Spray-Applied Polymeric Liner Design.
Join WESTT for an evening of scenic hiking on Iron Horse Trail followed by networking at CaliCraft Upstairs in Walnut Creek.
We will meet in the Civic Park parking lot Civic Park at 6:00 PM, and our hike will begin at the Iron Horse Trail bridge by 6:15 PM. After the hike, join us at 7:00 PM for refreshments and hors d’oeuvres at CaliCraft Upstairs which is .8 miles from the Civic Park parking lot.
6:00 pm | Civic Park | 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
7:00 pm | CaliCraft Upstairs Brewery | 1501 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Join municipal owners, engineers, contractors, utility operators, manufacturers, researchers, and industry professionals for the NASTT GLSLA Annual Seminar focused on the challenges and solutions surrounding aging underground infrastructure. This full-day event will explore asset management, condition assessment, inspection technologies, trenchless rehabilitation methods, case studies, and emerging best practices for extending the service life of critical water, wastewater, and stormwater assets while minimizing disruption and reducing lifecycle costs.
Key Highlights Include:
– Latest Trenchless Technologies & Methods
– Inspection, Leak Detection, and Asset Management Strategies
– Rehabilitation Techniques and Best Practices
– Regulatory Frameworks and Upcoming Standards
– Case Studies and Lessons Learned
– Opportunities to Network with Industry Leaders
Who Should Attend:
This event welcomes NASTT members, non-members, students, and all trenchless technology enthusiasts interested in gaining insight, fostering connections, and advancing their work through knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
