Underground Construction articles from December 2006

Underground Construction archives from December 2006

Fiber anyone?(Editor's Log)
December 1, 2006... Fiber-to-the-premises is really just now becoming a reality. The impact of that type of fiber build-out is entering a new frontier. Speculation abounds yet facts and insight are still precious commodities. But make no mistake, all...

EMATS connects Virginia water systems.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... EMATS Inc. is installing more than two miles of 20-inch ductile iron pipeline that will connect the water systems of Wytheville, VA, and Wythe County. Company officials expect the project to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2006. ...

Kinder Morgan plans major expansion of CALNEV pipeline.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. announced that it plans to invest approximately $388 million to further expand the 550-mile CALNEV pipeline system. CALNEV transports gasoline, diesel and jet fuel from Los Angeles, CA, refineries and marine...

AEM releases annual business forecast.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... Construction machinery manufacturers predict smaller gains in overall industry business in 2007, following expected double-digit growth in 2006, according to the annual "outlook" forecast conducted by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers...

Industry mourns Two Rivers Marketing professionals.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... Four members of the Two Rivers Marketing Group, Des Moines, IA, and their pilot were identified as the victims of a night plane crash in LaPorte County, IN, on Nov. 13. Killed in the crash were: * Tom Dunphy, 41, of Clive, IA,...

WEF to implement security training program.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has been selected by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to receive $1.7 million to implement a three-year comprehensive training program addressing interdependencies between the water sector and...

CULTEC aids in Pennypack Creek stormwater initiative.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... For almost three decades, Pennsylvania's Pennypack Creek Watershed has witnessed steady urbanization resulting in increased pollution, threatened water quality and weakened sustainability in the region. As a result, two of the state's major...

In memorial.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... Robert Ross, passed away Oct. 25 while returning home from a pipeline project in Arizona for El Paso Natural Gas. Working as a laborer for Midwestern Construction, Tulsa, OK, Ross began his career in the pipeline industry in 1958. He became a...

MaxLiner System to appear on This Old House.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... The MaxLiner System, the preferred solution for relining laterals, roof drains and interior pipelines, was chosen by the home improvement series This Old House to help fix a root-infested sewer pipe as part of an 18-episode renovation on a...

Trinity River Authority presents update.(NEWSLINE: The Latest Industry Developments)
December 1, 2006... At the bi-monthly meeting sponsored by the Gulf Cost Trenchless Association (GCTA) held on Oct. 11, 2006, in Houston, Thomas Sanders discussed the services the Trinity River Authority of Texas (TRA) provide and presented several case histories...

FERC pours Kern River's glass half full: rate of return policy potentially raises red flags for pipeline expansions.(Washington watch)
December 1, 2006... The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) decision on Oct. 19 to adjust upwards an unfavorable rate of return (ROE) awarded in a Kern River Gas Transmission rate case last March by an administrative law judge left many in the interstate...

Astec Underground.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... The Astec RT460 trencher provides extra traction, even in rough conditions, with its four-wheel drive axles with both front and rear limited-slip differentials. The RT460 is the only trencher in its class to utilize a full-floating axle design...

Trench-Tech.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... The mechanically driven Trench-Tech Series 2000 chain trenchers deliver twice the torque of hydrostatic trenchers, offer reduced wear on digging teeth and are significantly more fuel efficient than their hydrostatic counterparts. When trenching...

Vermeer.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... This hydrostatic RT650 riding trencher combines cutting power to penetrate tough surfaces. A 76 horsepower F4L2011 Deutz engine powers the utility trencher/plow designed for cable, water, gas, electric and irrigation installations. It offers a...

Ditch Witch.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... Designed for heavy-duty trenching and vibratory plowing, the Ditch Witch RT115 features a turbocharged diesel engine and a fully hydrostatic ground drive and attachment system. The RT115 can trench to a depth of 94 in and width of 24 in. The...

Tesmec.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... Tesmec USA's new 1175XHD with three speed digging system is now available. This high efficiency hydraulic machine allows the operator to trench at the slowest full power digging attachment speed and "shift on the fly" to the highest digging...

Mid America trenchers.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... The Buckeye 9200 Magnum Rubber Tired Trencher's operating weight of 55,000 pounds gives it the strength to handle tough conditions and its nearly 20 mph road speed allows for unheard of wheel trencher mobility. Standard features include self...

Ingersoll Rand.(Equipment Spotlight: TRENCHERS)
December 1, 2006... Eight different Ingersoll Rand trencher attachments are available for digging depths of three or four feet. The geometry of the trencher boom increases operator visibility and provides maximum ground engagement. A choice of manual or hydraulic...

Astec Underground.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... The Astec Maxi-Sneaker Series C, a compact ride-on unit, delivers 37 horsepower and buries cable to a depth of 24 inches. The unit is powered by a four-cylinder, liquid-cooled Kubota diesel engine. Ideal for underground telephone, CATV,...

Roose Mfg.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... The Model RR-250 Self-Load real trailer can carry two, 5,000 pound, 125-inch diameter spools with 62-inch inside working width. It is equipped with tandem osolating wheel system with Dexter Never-Lub axles. Two manual hand pumps are standard....

Vermeer.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... With the greatest horsepower in its class and an improved drive system for its rock wheel attachment, the RT1250 trencher/plow can be used for various trenching applications from rural water line installations to utility installations along...

Kiefer Industrial.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... Kiefer's ICD Series of cable trailers are available in sizes "icd" 100, 200, 300 and 400. Standard features include: 6-or 10-inch steel channel cold formed frame and tongue; 1/2-inch formed steel plate five-position adjustable hitch; 7,000...

Ditch Witch.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... The 1030 walk-along trencher is designed for residential and short-run commercial service line work lines requiring trenches up to 6 inches wide and 30 inches deep. Choice of Kohler or Honda air-cooled overhead valve gasoline engines produces...

Arnco.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... The self-loading Coil Master CM 4000 and the manual load Coil Master CM 4000 ML coil deployment trailer safely transports and deploys large-diameter coils. Both models have a sturdy cage design safely contains the coils that can pose a risk to...

Ingersoll Rand.(Equipment Spotlight: CABLE LAYING EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2006... Ingersoll Rand's WS Series Walk-Behind Saws have durable components, fast and reliable cutting and easy operation. Quality design features like the solid frame result in less vibration and longer blade life for straighter and faster cuts. The...

Contractors, manufacturers offer rubber tire trencher productivity tips.(Productivity = Better Bottom Line)
December 1, 2006... Trenchless construction methods may get much of the attention on underground utility projects. But on jobs in open country or where easements are not already crowded with buried pipe and cable, trenching often is the fastest, most...

Racing toward the end zone.
December 1, 2006... How do you know when you're working on a high-profile project? Well, when TV news helicopters fly over your job site every week to tape the progress, that's definitely a clue. The noise of helicopters hovering overhead became a weekly...

BPL advocates say system ready to prosper, expand.
December 1, 2006... The idea of accessing the internet with a high-speed connection simply by plugging into any AC electrical outlet might seem to good to be true, but broadband over power line (BPL) technology is making such a service a reality for a growing...

Electric utility signs BPL deal to create unique 'smart grid'.
December 1, 2006... Providers of conventional broadband services who have never taken broadband over power line (BPL) seriously might pause to consider what TXU Electric Delivery and Current Communications are doing. Late last year Dallas-based TXU Electric...

Drilling under the ocean: contractor, engineer team up with Air Force, Navy to install nuclear detection system.(DIRECTIONAL DRILLING)
December 1, 2006... The smaller directional drilling machines widely used on utility construction projects were designed specifically for utility construction--making trenchless installations of cable, pipe, conduit and duct. But as horizontal directional...

Construction in a pristine environment: HDD frequently used to install utilities on 'horse & buggy' island.(DIRECTIONAL DRILLING)
December 1, 2006... No matter how many common characteristics they may have, every horizontal directional drilling (HDD) job is different. However, some jobs are unlike most others. Consider what utility construction work entails when working on Mackinac...

Vermeer muscles up with new D330x500 drill.(First Look)
December 1, 2006... Vermeer's top-of-the-line horizontal directional drill has become more powerful with the introduction of the D330x500 Navigator. Compared to its predecessor, the D300x500, the new machine has more horsepower and pullback, along with other...

Returning to its roots: a changing market will be the conference focus.(UCT 2007 * January 30-February 1, 2007)
December 1, 2006... Reflecting the rapidly changing dynamic in place for the underground infrastructure industry compared to the past six years, the 12th annual Underground Construction Technology International Conference & Exhibition is positioned to meet the...

Special programs highlight UCT educational program.(UCT 2007 * January 30-February 1, 2007)(Calendar)
December 1, 2006... Jan. 28-29 CUIRE Trenchless Technology Engineering & Inspection School Three special trenchless technology schools, organized by the Center for Underground Infrastructure Research (CUIRE), will be held in conjunction with UCT. The...

WaterWorks Conference.(Calendar)
December 1, 2006... The Gulf Coast Trenchless Association, renowned for its educational endeavors, is sponsoring the first ever WaterWorks Conference which will be held in conjunction with UCT. The two-day conference, Jan. 30-31, will include a slate of...

UCT educational sessions.
December 1, 2006... TUESDAY, JANUARY 30 Track I-A = Tutorials: Introduction To Sewer & Water Rehabilitation Technologies 8:30-8:55 a.m. Internal Joint Seals Speaker: Michael Cronin, Hunting Pipeline Services Stopping leaks and preventing future...

UCT 2007 products and services guide.
December 1, 2006... Ace Pipe Cleaning #329 www.caryloncorp.com Advance Products & Systems #724 www.apsonline.com Akkerman #701 www.akkerman.com Akkerman manufactures pipeline installation equipment for the installation of 4" to 168"...

First look: PE pressure pipe rehab has broad applications.(Rehabilitation TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2006... U-Liner is introducing to North American markets a new application for its folded PE pipeline rehabilitation system and a patented split sleeve device designed specifically for pressure pipe applications. New SDR 17 liner with PE 100 resin...

Cohesant Technologies completes purchase of Triton Insitutech.(Rehabilitation TECHNOLOGY: NEWS)(Company overview)
December 1, 2006... Cohesant Technologies Inc. has completed the purchase of the operations and assets of Triton Insitutech, LLC. The transaction represents another significant step in the execution of Cohesant's long-term plan to be a global leader providing...

Thompson Pump & Mfg.(PRODUCT FOCUS: BY-PASS PUMPING)
December 1, 2006... Thompson's JSC Series Solids Handling ENVIROPRIME pump is ideal for municipal, industrial and mining applications. With its heavy-duty cast iron construction and ability to dry-prime and reprime automatically, this model is ideal for sewage...

Rain for Rent.(PRODUCT FOCUS: BY-PASS PUMPING)
December 1, 2006... Reduce bypass pumping and dewatering operational and maintenance costs with Rain for Rent's new eight-inch, DV-200c pump. Superior fuel efficiency, increased hydraulic efficiencies up to 81 percent, solids handling to 3.375 inches, and great...

The Gorman-Rupp Company.(PRODUCT FOCUS: BY-PASS PUMPING)
December 1, 2006... The new pump model PA6C60-4045T-ESP from Gorman-Rupp offers high performance, sound attenuation and an environmental containment base. It has flow rates up to 2,750 gpm, heads up to 200 feet and can handle 3-inch solids. The pump has the...

Godwin Pumps of America.(PRODUCT FOCUS: BY-PASS PUMPING)
December 1, 2006... Godwin's "HL Series" high head, automatic self-priming pumps provide extensive application flexibility. Used in the wastewater and pipeline applications, the units are single-stage and close-coupled for easy maintenance in the field, pass...

Holland Pump.(PRODUCT FOCUS: BY-PASS PUMPING)
December 1, 2006... PT6TPA featuring a 50 cfm water tolerant, diaphragm vacuum pump, uses an automatic dry priming and re-priming system providing three times more priming power. The PT6TPA uses an enclosed 2-vane impeller and easily handles up to 3-inch diameter...

Ingersoll Rand appoints new president at Bobcat.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... David Rowles has been appointed president, Bobcat Americas, according to Richard Pedtke, president of Ingersoll Rand Compact Vehicle Technologies. Bobcat Company is a business of Ingersoll Rand, a diversified industrial firm. Rowles replaces...

InfraSource.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... InfraSource, a specialty contractor servicing utility transmission and distribution infrastructure in the United States, announced that its board of directors has appointed David R. Helwig, its president and chief executive officer, as the...

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers has announced that David g. Ritchie will step down as chairman of the board and a director of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers effective Nov. 30, 2006 and has accepted an appointment to the honorary position of chairman...

Topcon Positioning Systems.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... Dale Jefferson has been named Topcon Positioning Systems software business development manager. He will report to Jamie Williamson, senior vice president for sales and marketing. His primary responsibility will be to develop software...

Wellstream International.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... Wellstream International's FlexSteel pipeline technology has won the "Enbridge International New Pipeline Technology Award" at the International Pipeline Awards held at the 2006 International Pipeline Exposition, Calgary. This award was...

Vermeer.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... Vermeer Manufacturing has been awarded a five-year General Services Administration (GSA) contract that allows its dealers to tender bids to several government agencies, including municipalities. Under this contract, all Vermeer-manufactured...

Snelson Companies names president.(Business: THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS)
December 1, 2006... Snelson Companies inc. named Edwin J. Shannon, P.E., CSP, president and chief operating officer. Shannon has been a partner at SCI for 16 years and was most recently senior vice president and manager of Marketing, corporate Services and Gas...

Case introduces Tier III Crawler Dozer.(New Products: THE LATEST PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS)
December 1, 2006... The new Case 1150K Crawler Dozer features a hydrostatic transmission, a new cab design, a low effort electronic blade control and high-performance hydraulics for blade speed, superior blade force and precise control. The high-performance...

Kobelco construction.(New Products: THE LATEST PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS)
December 1, 2006... The new SK350LC Acera Mark 8 hydraulic excavator from Kobelco delivers superior digging, leveling and lifting performance along with improved operator comfort and reliability. Powered by a 264 horsepower turbocharged electronic fuel-injected...

Swap attachments with ease using new Hydraulic X-Change mounting system.(New Products: THE LATEST PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS)
December 1, 2006... Compact excavator operators no longer need to manually position or align attachment pins during hook-up with the new Hydraulic X-Change mounting system from Bobcat Company, a business of Ingersoll Rand. The optional Hydraulic X-Change...

GF Piping's snap-in place contain-it pipe solves EPA compliance.(New Products: THE LATEST PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS)
December 1, 2006... With new EPA regulations for containing pipes transporting hazardous fluids, companies are continually faced with the challenge of adapting to meet these rulings, often at significant expense. Such was the case for a car manufacturer in...

Calendar of events.(Calendar)
December 1, 2006... 2007 Jan. 16-18 Associated Equipment Distributors Las Vegas, NV PH: (630) 574 0650 Jan. 20-25 Distribution Contractors Association 46th Annual Convention Atlantis Nassau Paradise Island, Bahamas ...