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THE VOICE OF THE TRENCHLESS COMMUNITY & Media Partner: ISSUE 173 JANUARY 2021

DENLOK REVAMP
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FUTURE
AVAILABILITY
IKT EXPANDS LABORATORY TEST SITE
TRENCHLESS WATER CONNECTION
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Welcome 5 TRENCHLESS WATER CONNECTION 42
TIMED TO PERFECTION!
News
ELECTRIC HDD AND FLUID MANAGEMENT 44
DENLOK REVAMP GUARANTEES FUTURE 8 TECHNOLOGY FOR VERMEER
AVAILABILITY
CONNECTING WINDFARMS WITH HDD 46
IKT EXPANDS LABORATORY TEST SITE 12
Asset Management
UV CIPP – SHEDDING MORE LIGHT 16
CUES NEW ADVANCED PORTABLE 50
TRINITY SUBSURFACE ENGINEERING 18 INSPECTION CAMERA
ROLLS OUT NEW SERVICES
Accessories & Services
VORTEX COMPANIES ACQUISITION AND 21
PARTNERSHIP EXPAND LINER OPTIONS THE NEW TRACSTAR ISERIES FUSION MACHINE 52
JET AIRE EXPANDS CAPACITY FOR 23 TYPE 2 PIPELINE PRESSURE TESTING 55
TRENCHLESS MAINTENANCE
Society News
RSP – SUCTION EXCAVATOR 24
MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR! UKSTT – WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS 57

FUTURE - ORIENTED REALIGNMENT 26 UKSTT COUNCIL MEMBER PROFILES 61

OF THE IMPREG MARKETING TEAM UKSTT AWARDS 2021 63
A HATRICK OF STAFF MEMBERS 27 UKSTT TECHNICAL ENQUIRY SERVICE 64
CELEBRATE 20 YEARS SERVICE
THE AFFILIATED SOCIETIES IN ISTT ACTIVITIES 65
REMEMBERING RUTH MICHELS 29
TRENCHLESS IN MALAYSIA 66
THE NEW-GENERATION GRUNDODRILL 30
WELCOME TRENCHLESS WORKS FROM GSTT 68
Pipeline Rehabilitation
Events
MANHOLE SHAFT REHABILITATION 33
MADE EASY TRENCHLESS EVENTS REMAIN IN GOOD HEALTH 70
CLEARING TARMAC & CONCRETE 35 SUCCESSFUL WEBINAR WITH GAME CHANGING 73
USING A PICOTE MILLER PRODUCTS
TRANSFORMING PRESSURE PIPE 38 NO-DIG INDIA SHOW 2020 75
REFURBISHMENT
EVENTS AND MEETINGS 78

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WELCOME TO THE NEW WORLD

OF TRENCHLESS WORKS
Welcome readers old and new to the first edition of your
newly redesigned Trenchless Works magazine. For any of
you that are not familiar with this publication, to start with
where have you been for the past 16 years, but that aside,
Trenchless Works has been published monthly since 2006
under the NoDig Media Service (NMS) banner with me, Ian
Clarke, as editor and owner.
For several years now myself and Paul Harwood, Managing
Director of Westrade Group (WTG), which many if not all of
you will know through association with the many Trenchless
events the company produces such as No-Dig Live, Trenchless
Middle East and Trenchless Asia, have been discussing where
promotion of the trenchless industry has been limited by a
lack of effective presence in certain areas. We agreed that
Ian Clarke, more could be done.
Editor-in-Chief, In tune with this, we both felt that Trenchless Works magazine
Trenchless Works has been long overdue for a remodelling, the results of
which you see today before you. Both Paul and I had ideas,
Magazine separately and jointly, of how to move trenchless information
access into the modern age with expanding social media
options, streaming services and educational outlets such
as webinars and the exponential growth and availability of
high speed internet connection. But to achieve the growth in
information availability we were looking for, we felt that there
was a need to have a consistent, established foundation on
“Trenchless which to build these information platforms. We agreed that
Works magazine using the Trenchless Works publication as the base, these
ambitions could be moved forward apace.
will, once fully
To this end, NMS and WTG have instituted a cooperation
established, bring agreement whereby WTG will take over the publishing
a huge increase aspect of the magazine. This will bring to bear all its digital
in trenchless expertise in terms of social media etc. with NMS providing the
foundation for the editorial content used in both arenas.
information
This will, once fully established, bring a huge increase in
availability across trenchless information availability across the globe. Now over
the globe.” to Paul to tell you just how we plan to do this. >

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Thanks Ian. Our expansive digital experience including

publishing, conferences and masterclasses puts us in a unique
position of being able to provide global diverse audiences in
all aspects of the installation or refurbishment of underground
utilities using Trenchless Technologies.
Trenchless Works is now a multi-media platform bringing
together online the very best in news, opinion and views from
across the UK and International Trenchless Technology sector.
Readers can switch between environments and devices to view
all the very latest content.
So far, industry support has exceeded all our expectations.
There is a real team spirit that is the Trenchless industry
and the new platform and timing has really captured the
industry imagination.
Paul Harwood,
The combination of a multi-media platform and worldwide
Managing Director, Trenchless events provides a unique proposition and
Westrade Group opportunity for companies to stay engaged and connected to
the Trenchless community 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
& Publisher, Our channels include live and digital events, a monthly
Trenchless Works magazine, website and Trenchless Works TV, a real opportunity
to join a trenchless community.
Trenchless Works will be the official magazine for UKSTT and
we are looking forward to launching and implementing many
new projects over the next twelve months. Additional industry
supporters will soon be announced further enhancing the
Trenchless Works reach.
Looking ahead we have many ideas, including Spanish
translation, and Trenchless Works Asia. Watch this space. A big
thanks for the support so far and we look forward to working
“A unique with you all.
proposition and Both Ian and I hope that you find the new information
opportunity for platforms useful, informative and effective and good for your
companies to businesses as well as ours. If you have content that you feel
would fit into the remit of any of the platforms now available,
stay engaged please feel free to visit the website www.trenchless-works.com
and connected for more information, or contact [email protected] or
speak to the team directly using the contacts on the website.
to the Trenchless We look forward to working with you and moving the industry
community 365 forward together in the years to come.
days a year, 24
hours a day.” Ian Clarke, Editor-in-Chief, Trenchless Works Magazine
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DENLOK REVAMP
GUARANTEES
FUTURE AVAILABILITY
After some 12 months of intensive engineering
improvements involving significant cash investment,
the Denlok Clay jacking pipe manufacturing facility at
the Naylor Drainage Cawthorne site in Barnsley, UK has
increased its capacity 3-fold to ensure the requirements
of both the UK and Export markets can be fully satisfied.
The production facility revamp was undertaken after a full review
of the Denlok production process and the investment was made
to address various capacity constraints. Capital investments
to improve the process included the installation of improved
handling equipment, modernisation and refurbishment of
pipe-end grinding machines, new coupling fitting machinery and
improved product testing.
The good news outcome for No-Dig installation contractors is
that as of 1 February 2021, DN150 to DN300 Denlok pipes in 1
metre lengths will be consistently available directly from stock.
Other sizes will remain on a ‘made-to-order’ basis but with
significantly reduced lead-times.
DENLOK Jacking Pipe
Denlok is a vitrified clay jacking pipe available in sizes from
DN150 to DN600. Clay has high inherent strength and Denlok
Part of the revamped Denlok provides both high jacking strength and load bearing capability.
production facility at the Naylor
Drainage works in Cawthorne, For example, a DN300 pipe has a crushing strength of 120 kN/m
Barnsley, UK. and a jacking strength of 4,245 kN. Denlok’s 5 bar rated end seals

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provide excellent resistance to root ingress and using clay as

a sewer pipe material ensures pipeline longevity. Clay also
Denlok jacking pipe being installed
on a Trenchless Solutions project has a high degree of chemical resistance to effluents as well
site using the Guided Auger as ground conditions that could corrode other materials.
boring technique.
As well as revamping the production facility, Naylor has also
introduced a new management and sales team to support
the Denlok product. MD Richard Edwards’ involvement in
clay follows senior roles in businesses manufacturing Ductile
Iron and latterly Plastic pipes.
Denlok Product Manager Stuart Steel has spent the
last 6 years at Naylor working with technical products
including Denlok. His previous experience included 10
years working with technical products in the construction
“Denlok’s 5 bar sector, providing relevant project support to consultants
and contractors. Reece Hargreaves has taken on the role of
rated end seals managing enquiries and orders for all existing domestic and
provide excellent international customers.
resistance to root Commenting on the successful re-establishment of the
ingress and using Denlok product process, Stuart Steel said: “Naylor has been
involved in trenchless technology since the very early days
clay as a sewer of its development. We have been conscious of the need to
pipe material invest in this area to keep up with increasing demand and the
production facility overhaul has allowed us to raise our game
ensures pipeline and service the market with high quality products available
longevity.” from stock.”

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The Naylor team behind the Denlok product. Left to right:

Richard Edwards (MD), Stuart Steel (Denlok Product Manager)
and (sitting) Reece Hargreaves (Sales Manager).

Richard Edwards added: “Having a history of working with various

pipe materials, the benefits of clay in trenchless pipe installation
are quite clear to me. Our new commitment to holding significant
stock and providing excellent and consistent delivery performance
will ensure our customers are able to provide the best solution
on-time.”
The final word goes to Barnsley-based Trenchless Solutions Ltd,
a leading No-Dig contractor with a wide range of guided auger
boring capabilities. Steve Varley, MD commented: “We have
worked with Naylor over a number of years, from when we initially
started as a company to the present day. We have always had an
excellent relationship with Naylor and have received first class
support when required. Naylor’s plans to increase stockholding
will help us further and ensure we will be able to utilise Denlok
jacking pipes on more projects in future.”

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involved in trenchless
technology since the
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the market with high
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IKT EXPANDS LABORATORY TEST SITE

Some 25 years ago, a hole was dug in the floor of the IKT
View within the facility of the new laboratory, this year it has been made bigger – why?
3 m extension to the wall.
The reason is because the Large (1:1 scale) Test Facility proved to be
very adaptable for successfully comparing solutions to ageing sewer
issues for sewer network owners.
Extending the test site, as part of IKT’s current investment in
improving existing facilities and construction of the new Heavy Rain
Lab, will provide greater flexibility in addressing current and future
issues, including accommodating test rigs for IKT’s current project on
the rehabilitation of pressure sewers.
Making it larger
“Its use is At 6 m wide, 6 m deep and 15 m long the Test Facility was already
the largest facility of its type in Germany, now it has been extended
focused on allowing by an additional 3 m to 18 m in length. It is sealed against leakage
underground to allow the simulation of loading on buried structures from rising
infrastructure with groundwater and can simulate surface loads.
simulated damage Its use is focused on allowing underground infrastructure with
simulated damage scenarios to be installed, buried, rehabilitated by
scenarios to be various means under realistic conditions and for the performance of
installed, buried, these technologies to be assessed against various loadings. Over the
rehabilitated by past 25 years this has included 1:1 scale evaluations involving
re-creating main sewers, lateral sewers, lateral connections, manholes,
various means.” and house connections. It has also been used to set out pipe
networks for comparisons of CCTV inspection techniques and, during
2020, for comparing flowable backfills in simulated pipe trenches.
Now, completion of the extension to 18 m and re-sealing means it is
ready for installation of damaged pressure sewers during 2021 for
the current evaluation of rehabilitation technologies. >

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Origin in understanding pipe jacking

The existing facility was built particularly with the evaluation of
pipe jacking techniques in mind to provide a guide for the massive
investment in new sewers in the surrounding region since the
1990’s. A series of experiments led to better understanding of
how jacked pipes actually behave when changing direction and
the vital issue of joint performance under stress.
How well do patch repairs perform?
The need for German sewer network owners to repair their
own small diameter sewers and to provide advice to property
owners on their private connections led to the examination of
how effective patch repairs are in sealing damaged pipes against
IKT Large Test Facility – as originally groundwater.
designed for pipe jacking.
Changes in pipe material, diameter, damage scenarios and bends
were included in test rigs buried in the Large Test Facility and
changing groundwater pressures were applied.
Whilst effective repair is possible, special attention has to be paid
to using the right product for some situations, like changes in pipe
diameter.
Flowable backfills
IKT’s most recent project in the Large Test Facility required its
division into five separate cells each simulating a pipe trench
containing a range of manhole and pipe structures to investigate
the performance of different flowable backfill material.
There was a particular focus on whether the material would
self-level, how quickly it could be walked on and built over, how
well it supported the pipes and whether it could be subsequently
excavated by hand. The results were surprising and can be found
on the IKT website.
Performance of manhole rehabilitation technologies
A total of 13 manholes with simulated damage were installed
into the Large Test Facility into which different products that
are representative of available rehabilitation technologies were
installed. The experiment also included one new plastic manhole
to examine whether it would float out as groundwater rose.
It was proven that it is possible to seal against ground water,
but results were variable across the range of technologies.
There was one complete failure of a product against
Project Steering Group considers
1:1 scale pipe layout to simulate
groundwater pressure and various damage/imperfections
house connections in the Large observed in others.
Scale Test Facility.
The vital necessity for good substrate preparation for products
that bond to the wall and advice to wait until groundwater
has risen before undertaking acceptance inspections were
key findings. >

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Project Steering Group members Lateral sewers

examine repaired lateral connects in including material
the bottom of the Large Test Facility changes, damage
after excavation following exposure scenarios and
to rising groundwater pressure. bends being
installed for
evaluation of liners.

How to seal damaged lateral connections The industry made modifications based
on these findings, and satisfactory results
The connections of lateral sewers to main sewers
were obtained for products submitted in a
are a common cause of groundwater infiltration
subsequent evaluation.
so this project used the Large Test Facility to
investigate how repair technologies could seal What are the limitations of CCTV
them in different situations: inspection?
• repairs to lateral connections in a CIPP lined With so much reliance on CCTV inspection for
sewers mapping and monitoring condition of sewer
• repairs to lateral connection in un-lined sewers networks IKT’s investigation in the Large Test
Facility explored the extent to which:
• laterals joining at different positions and angles
a) cameras could negotiate lateral connections,
• repairs in pipe half-filled with water changes in diameter and bends.
The results ranged from good to bad, to ugly. b) operators could identify damage scenarios,
Can lateral sewers be lined against changes in pipe material and diameter,
infiltration? c) operators could produce a network layout
plan.
An initial evaluation of lateral sewer lining
systems against groundwater infiltration yielded The pipe networks were buried with access
an unexpected result – circumferential cracking possible from manhole shafts.
of the liners at the location of host pipe joints.
It was found that cameras could not reach all
The cause was determined to be that the
parts of the network and the accuracy of layout
products bonded too tightly to the host pipe
plans was not as good as expected.
to be able to flex when pipe sections moved
relative to each other due to floatation as
groundwater levels rose. www.ikt-online.org

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UV CIPP
SHEDDING MORE LIGHT
UV CIPP has come of age, becoming the most used pipeline
rehabilitation method globally.

In his recent excellent webinar on UV CIPP Lining since 1985, delivered to ISTT members and
invited guests, Dr Dec Downey reminded us that this year celebrates the 50th anniversary of
the introduction of hot water Cured-In-Place (CIPP) rehabilitation methods for sewer pipeline
rehabilitation, and the 35th anniversary of the first commercial UV light cured CIPP installation.

The UV CIPP installation was carried out in the home town of Börje
Persson, MD of JBP Group, Vilhelmina, Sweden, just 300 kilometres
south of the Arctic Circle (current temperature as this is being written
– a comparatively mild -30oC).
These two significant anniversaries mark important milestones in the
progress and maturity of this important technology, giving us a point
to reflect on where we are today, and perhaps more importantly
consider what future challenges and opportunities the industry
may face.
As some of you may know I launched my own small series of articles
via my LinkedIn page on “Curious Facts – Shedding more light on
where and when UV CIPP all started” (for those of you who would like
to read more search for me on LinkedIn and you will find the articles
on my recent articles activity). Apart from sharing some aspects of
Börje Persson, MD, JBP Group
the archives I have accumulated over many years of working in this
sector, and some curiosities regarding the early development of the
technologies we are using today, I was more interested in generating
a conversation with friends and colleagues who can bring to the table
their own experiences and observations.
Although, on one level these brief postings can be taken just as a
“CIPP in general, collection of curious facts and a gentle jaunt down memory lane,
and UV CIPP my more serious intention is to contribute in some small way to the
understanding of how we have reached the point we are at today,
more specifically, and hopefully and more importantly generate further discussion on
has come of age, where we may be going from here.
becoming the CIPP in general, and UV CIPP more specifically, has come of age,
most used pipeline becoming the most used pipeline rehabilitation method globally. It
is interesting to note that price per metre installed has more than
rehabilitation halved since the 1980’s, probably nearer a reduction of two thirds if
method globally.” inflation is factored in. Quality of both production and materials has

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“Current technologies
allow for tight production
and installation control
and reporting, insuring
quality remains the same
for the final installed
pipe as for the factory
produced pipe. ”

September 1985, Vilhelmina, Sweden

The first commercial UV CIPP installation.

also substantially improved, feeding right through If I can finish by sharing with you another
to on-site installation. Current technologies allow reflection – there is a curious paradox or irony,
for tight production and installation control and call it what you will, that the first commercial UV
reporting, insuring quality remains the same for the CIPP installation was carried out in my home town
final installed pipe as for the factory produced pipe. of Vilhelmina, in fact in a 41 metre long pipeline
underneath the campsite on the outskirts of the
We can also see the ‘business model’ for many CIPP
town. This could not have been further away from
producers has evolved from the early days of single
the current urban pressures of busy, bustling
owner/founder (often the inventors) ownership
cities like Berlin, London, Madrid, Kuala Lumpur,
to multinational businesses attracting significant
Singapore or the megalopolises of Beijing, Dehli,
outside investor interest, bringing consolidation
Tokyo, São Paulo or New York etc. Yet, 35 years’
and considerable financial backbone with which to
ago there must have been a vision by Mr Vollmar
invest in further innovation and the future.
Jonasson, the inventor of the UV CIPP liner, of the
We can all agree that 2020 has been an unusual potential of this remarkable technology (there
year, not wishing to understate it, again giving was a clear vision but that is a story for another
us pause for reflection and forcing us to adapt time). Little could Mr Jonassson have known that
and try new models, to continue with our various since his installation of those 41.5 metres, by my
initiatives. We have all become digitally more estimation, there has been between 150,000 and
savvy, to maintain communications with one 200,000 km’s of CIPP installed to date worldwide,
another and keep the flow of information going. some five times the circumference of the globe! I
I have heard much discussion generally of digital do not have a crystal ball so I will not presume to
models, the importance of data and information, predict the future, but I am sure it will be exciting,
the increased use of artificial intelligent, the need full of innovation and packed with opportunities. I
to adapt to the green agenda etc., a bewildering will leave to it to the next generations to look back
array of challenges going forward, but all with in 35 years’ time and reflect on the progress that
great opportunities for the next generation of was made.
developments for our technologies and our
sector as a whole. www.JBPtrenchless.com

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TRINITY SUBSURFACE
ENGINEERING ROLLS OUT
NEW SERVICES

Delaware-based Trinity Subsurface Engineering in

The ROVVER X which is now part of the US launched, just two and a half years ago in
the Trinity equipment portfolio. mid-2018 with a focus on private utility locating and
concrete scanning.
In just a few short years, the company has expanded to
become a full-fledged underground utility contracting
company, adding CCTV inspections, vacuum excavation and
sectional point repair services to its portfolio.
“We have continually added services to meet the needs of our
customers.” said Jami Roblejo, the company’s director of sales
and marketing. “We first added video inspections, but when
there was an issue in the pipe, we had to hire someone else
to fix it. We eventually decided we would start offering the
other services needed, like jetting and point repair, so that
we were providing everything ourselves in-house and offering
“Investing in the that convenience to our customers.”
right equipment Upgrading Inspection Equipment
to provide the As Trinity Subsurface rolls out new services, investing in the
best deliverable right equipment to provide the best deliverable has always
has always been kept a top priority according to Sean Warner, the
company’s director of field operations. “We decided to switch
been kept a top to Envirosight inspection equipment about a year and a half
priority. ” ago and that decision for us was a no-brainer.” he said. >

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“We chose the ROVVER X for its ease of use, functionality,

size, and quality of software and hardware. The video
quality is superior to what we were previously using and
the technical support is great. As a bonus, we have Devin
Apple with A&H Equipment Company who is just absolutely
amazing. We call him and say what we need and he is on it
right away.”
Trinity Subsurface has since added the ROVVER X SAT
lateral launch crawler and Verisight Pro+ push camera to its
fleet. “Productivity in our video inspections has increased
significantly with this equipment.” Warner said. “It has
made for a more streamlined production process, from the
ease-of-use in the field, to simple transferring of inspection
information back to Trinity’s office and to our clients.”
Meeting Customer Needs
Mainly servicing the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions
of the US, the company performs a number of different
jobs for a wide range of customers. “We have done a
lot of transportation projects, along with commercial,
“We chose the industrial and residential work for engineering firms and
ROVVER X for its ease municipalities.” Roblejo said. “Our CCTV inspection work
ranges from pre- and post-construction, ensuring integrity
of use, functionality, of the pipes and looking for any roots, cracks or blockages,
size, and quality to emergency work responding to floods or sinkholes.
With the ROVVER X SAT we have also been able to focus
of software and on lateral inspections, looking for cross bores and other
hardware. The video issues.”
quality is superior “As Trinity Subsurface looks to the future, we hope to be
to what we were all over the East Coast within the next five years and then
from there, across the world.” said Greg Finkle P.E., the
previously using and company’s principal and founder, with a plan to do this by
the technical support standing out from others in the industry.
is great.” “I have worked in the industry for a long time and one thing
that makes us unique compared with others is that we are
problem-solvers.” Roblejo said. “We do not just find the
problems, we solve them. The beauty of using Envirosight
equipment is that you will always find the problem in the
pipe, it is the best equipment around. Then where we differ
from everyone else is offering the range of services that we
do. When we find the problem, we can fix it right there on
site because we provide all of the other services. There is
a huge need for this work and it is growing significantly, so
the more productive we can be, and the more time we can
save our customers, the better.”

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VORTEX COMPANIES
ACQUISITION AND PARTNERSHIP
EXPAND LINER OPTIONS
The Vortex Companies, LLC recently announced that
it has acquired North American Pipeline Services,
LLC (NAP), in a deal that will significantly expand its
trenchless infrastructure service capabilities in the Mid-
“The completion of Atlantic Region of the USA according to Mike Vellano,
this acquisition is a CEO of the Vortex Companies.
big step toward our “The completion of this acquisition is a big step toward our
vision of providing vision of providing trenchless services in this region where the
need for infrastructure rehabilitation had never been greater.”
trenchless services stated Vellano.
in this region Originally based in Lakewood, New Jersey, USA, NAP was
where the need founded in 1974 where the three-person company focused
on underground utilities before Tom Mullen purchased the
for infrastructure company in 2012. Through his guidance, the company began
rehabilitation had offering CCTV inspection and trenchless rehabilitation services.
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the largest pipe rehabilitation contractors in the ‘tri-state’ area.

“We have had great working relationship with Vortex Companies
over the years and share the same vision of delivering high-level
service and permanent repair solutions through our trenchless
products and applications.” said Tom Mullen, Owner and
Managing Partner at NAP. “As part of Vortex, we will have added
resources and experience that will allow us to further expand
our service offerings to support our commercial and municipal
customers’ needs.”
In yet another move to add proven CIPP technology to its
suite of trenchless infrastructure rehabilitation products,
Vortex has partnered with BKP Berolina to distribute and sell
its BKP Berolina-Liner, an industry leading ultra-violet cured
Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) liner, in the United States, Mexico,
and Canada. “BKP Berolina has been looking to enter the
U.S. UV CIPP market for a long time.” said Mike. “We have the
experience and resources to deliver this product, allowing us to
provide an alternative CIPP solution to our customers. Berolina-
Liner offers a measure of quality and performance yet to be
matched in the UV category, which is good for both the end
customer and the installer.”
Developed for gravity sewers ranging from 6 in to 63 in
(150 mm to 1,600 mm) diameter, Berolina-Liner is precisely
manufactured using resin impregnated glass fibre complexes
between two watertight film tubes equipped with styrene
barriers. Unlike traditional CIPP processes, Berolina-Liner is
cured using a UV light source. “We manufacture Berolina-
Liner in an ISO 9001 compliant facility for the sole purpose of
producing a high quality, defect-free UV liner that is installation-
“With so many variables ready for our customers.” stated Thomas Christiansen,
BKP Berolina Group CEO. “We are extremely excited to be
and environmental partnering with the Vortex team. They have a history of success
conditions dictating introducing products and technology to the U.S. Market.” added
Mr. Christiansen.
customer needs,
adding a UV CIPP “With so many variables and environmental conditions dictating
customer needs, adding a UV CIPP solution complements our
solution complements current line of trenchless rehabilitation technology, inclusive
our current line of of robotics, coatings, CIPP resins and application systems.”
added Andrew Gonnella, President, Vortex Products Division.
trenchless rehabilitation “We have done our due-diligence and believe the Berolina-
technology, inclusive Liner technology and installation advantages are best-in-class.
of robotics, coatings, I have tapped Mark Hallett, VP & General Manager of our
Vortex Technology Group, to lead all commercial efforts related
CIPP resins and to Berolina-Liner. Under his leadership, I could not be more
application systems.” excited about the future of this product line.”

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JET AIRE
EXPANDS
CAPACITY FOR
TRENCHLESS
MAINTENANCE
Leeds-based drainage contractor, Jet Aire over the past few years and now offers a full
Services, is continuing to expand its team portfolio of trenchless solutions, including
of specialists to meet growing demand cure-in-place pipe reinforcements, commonly
for the company’s expertise in trenchless known as CIPP patching and CIPP lining. We have
experienced a substantial increase in demand for
drainage maintenance.
these solutions across a wide range of sectors,
Having recruited a lining manager and two more including facilities management, energy, chemical
lining operatives in 2020, Jet Aire is recruiting processing, retail, utilities, highways, transport and
patching engineers to join its dedicated services in infrastructure. It is likely to be one of the fastest-
‘No-Dig’ drainage remediation. The move follows growing areas of our business in the coming years.”
a recent £200,000 investment in further resources
Jet Aire Services provides a range of professional
for trenchless maintenance, including additional
CCTV drain survey cameras, new cutting equipment drainage solutions including CCTV surveys,
high-pressure water jetting, sewer cleansing and
and the latest ultraviolet lining system from
clearance, tankering, waste disposal, CIPP patching
Swedish manufacturer, UV Relining, which enables
and lining, UV lining, infiltration sealing, robotic
the internal reinforcement of smaller and more
cutting and root cutting. Accredited and approved
complex pipe structures without expensive and
by many of the environmental and drainage
disruptive excavation.
industry’s leading bodies, the company also
Sales & Marketing Director, Jamie Swan, said: holds both ISO9001 and ISO14001 internationally
“Trenchless techniques are well established as best recognised standards for Quality Management as
practice where feasible in drainage maintenance. well as OHSAS 18001 certification for Occupational
Jet Aire has invested heavily in its No-Dig resources Health and Safety Management.

www.jetaire.co.uk/

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RSP – SUCTION EXCAVATOR

MANUFACTURER OF THE
YEAR!

RSP has been awarded Suction Excavator Manufacturer of the year 2020 and the team
is absolutely thrilled.
RSP was approached by BUILD for its annual The construction industry has recently started
Construction & Engineering awards after the to realise the benefits of suction excavation
independent company identified the company for a safer and efficient site and RSP have
as offering an invaluable service to the industry. been spearheading that movement. “We pride
ourselves on working collaboratively with all
The Construction and Engineering Awards
industries and construction is no different.”
has formed the very foundation of BUILD
said Charlie Gardener, Director of RSP. “We
Magazine’s annual recognition programmes
will continue to communicate the benefits of
for the last six years. Despite a year defined
suction excavation to the industry and why
by uncertainty, the industry has managed
RSP is the right choice when investing in the
to circumnavigate difficulties, showing its
equipment.”
adaptability and tenacity to safely continue.
Perhaps then, this year more than any other, Safety never being far from the company’s
it is important to stop and acknowledge those mind, RSP also offers full suction excavator
who are excelling, achieving and innovating in training at its base in Roxton, Bedfordshire,
challenging times for the greater industry. UK. “It is a priority for us to increase the safety
standards of the industry and that is why, if you
Lloyd Gardener, Director of RSP commented:
purchase a suction excavator from RSP, training
“It was a complete surprise to be nominated
alongside it is included.” said Lloyd Gardener.
by BUILD and winning the award has been the
icing on the cake. 2020 was a difficult year for In the next few weeks RSP is set to launch a
everyone and to see our team’s (award winning) new product to market that will revolutionise
efforts recognised, really lifted spirits.” sites across the UK!

www.rsp-uk.co.uk

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2021 12th International Exhibition and Conference
Jumeirah Beach Convention Centre, Dubai, UAE
31 May - 1 June

Trenchless Middle East 2021 returns to Dubai for its twelfth popular
event, focusing entirely on trenchless technology (NDRC) in the
Middle East, and North Africa (MENA) regions.
With megaprojects continuously being planned from Municipalities, authorities and
developers, Dubai continues to host some of the most ambitious projects in the world.
Although the latest global crises are adding challenges to their implementation across the
construction sector, the use of Trenchless Technology in infrastructure projects continues
at a pace across the Middle East. These projects, across the GCC, are vital to progress
economic diversification plans.
2021 will also see Dubai host the first World Expo to take place in MENA & SA region.
To be seen amongst the world’s leading providers who have already signed up to
participate in this prominent event and showcase your innovations, book a stand at the
Trenchless Middle East 2021.

Exhibition
• Exhibiting at Trenchless Middle East 2021 is a smart investment
• The only dedicated conference & exhibition focusing entirely on Trenchless Technology
• The longest running Trenchless Technology event in the UAE, the GCC and
MENA regions
• Join over 100 exhibiting companies
• Showcase your innovation to key industry figures
• 20 countries represented
• Officially supported by ISTT

Contact: Paul Harwood or Stuart Hillyard

Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1923 723990

Organised by Supported by Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsor

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FUTURE-ORIENTED
REALIGNMENT OF THE
IMPREG MARKETING TEAM
As the year begins, two new faces are reinforcing the
iMPREG GmbH Sales Team. With Christian Pfaff and René
Stolp, the emphasis is even more on customer orientation,
further enhancing market presence and position.

As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of training and site support when required. Jack
GRP pipe liners, iMPREG GmbH is already well Talbott is working as technical sales and looks
positioned in Europe in terms of sales. Jack after the client base in the UK, Middle East and
Talbott (Technical Sales UK) has worked as a parts of Europe.
lining delivery and rehab manager for various
To serve and support customers even better
companies based in the UK, building up over
and more intensively in the core market (the
20 years’ experience in the industry, 16 of
DACH region), Christian Pfaff and René Stolp
which have been specifically working with
will augment the Sales Team.
iMPREG liners.
Both are acknowledged experts with many
Jack is able to travel to sites across the UK,
years of experience in the area of sewer
providing technical and hands-on support
rehabilitation. Christian Pfaff is a certified
with complex projects as well as offering a
sewer rehabilitation consultant, and
very quick and reliable service. An important
worked until recently with a well-known,
development is that iMPREG has announced
internationally oriented engineering office
it will be storing liners in the UK from the
as a project manager in the area of sewage
beginning of February 2021 at its facility based
network rehabilitation. René Stolp is equally
in Surrey, England.
well-qualified. He previously supervised and
At the new facility the company will store the supported sewer rehabilitation and renewal
most popular size liners, for example 150 mm, measures for the Memmingen municipality
225 mm, 300 mm and 375 mm diameters, so (in southern Germany), from planning, to
will be able to provide these to new or existing tendering, to contract payments.
customers without shipping delays and in
This combination of many years’ experience
most cases offering a next day delivery service.
with expertise is a perfect fit for the team led
For the time being, the larger diameter liners
by Katrin Letzgus-Danhach (Head of Sales).
will continue to be stored in Germany, but
With Francis Clauss (Sales Europe) and Jack
iMPREG would like to assure customers that
Talbott (Technical Sales UK), the team already
all necessary paperwork is in place to ensure
includes seasoned sales professionals. Through
a smooth transition following Brexit, which
its management consistency, the stability of the
means there should be no additional delays in
marketing team creates a base of confidence
delivering these liners to customers in the UK.
between iMPREG GmbH and its customers.
iMPREG UK offers a reliable service and
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A HATRICK OF STAFF MEMBERS

CELEBRATE 20 YEARS SERVICE
Steve Vick International (SVI) is delighted to announce
Steve Vick (left) presenting Shawn that three staff members are celebrating their 20th year
Biggs with his Long Service Certificate. with the company.
Nick Robinson, Wendy Spencer and Shawn Biggs all began their
SVI journey in the millennium year of 2000.
Nick Robinson started as Chief Engineer in the company’s
Rotamole Department and travelled the country promoting
SVI’s directional drilling machines. Meanwhile the pipe handling
products were gaining in popularity and it was not long before
Nick moved over to head this up as Design & Development
Engineer. Nick has gone on to design many ground-breaking
products for SVI including the Hexi Trailer, Rapid Cutters, the
“SVI is a family run MACAW’s, CRACKERJACK, the family of Pipe Handlers and most
business which has recently our Perpetual Pipe Pusher.
grown enormously Wendy Spencer joined the company at the age of sixteen
as Steve’s PA. She went on to help the sales and marketing
over the years and department and hire admin before finally settling in the accounts
I am pleased to department. Starting as accounts assistant Wendy decided to
say that the family further develop her career by studying for her AAT and a course
in business management. In 2015, as the accounts team grew,
values are still in Wendy was promoted to Accounts Manager and is now studying
place today.” for her CIMA exams. >

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Wendy commented: “Steve Vick International is an exciting and

dynamic place to work. No day is ever the same and that keeps
me on my toes. SVI is a family run business which has grown
enormously over the years and I am pleased to say that the
family values are still in place today. I am looking forward to a
bright future at SVI as my role continues to develop.”
When the hardware side of the Steve Vick International business
began to grow, Shawn Biggs was employed in the year 2000 to
help deliver products to site and make sure they arrived on time.
He drove all over the country, as far as Scotland, to deliver a
whole range of SVI equipment, including, amongst other things,
the Hexi Trailer. Previously, Shawn had been a postman which
made him the ideal candidate for the job. Four years ago, Shawn
“Our staff are essential hung up his driving hat and moved into the Production team as
to the success of the warehouse coordinator.
business and, as the Steve Vick, Chairman at Steve Vick International commented:
“I am always extremely pleased to see staff reach a major
company has changed milestone in their career at Steve Vick International. Our staff are
and expanded, it has essential to the success of the business and, as the company has
been a pleasure to changed and expanded, it has been a pleasure to see our staff
grow and develop too. I would like to congratulate, on behalf of
see our staff grow and myself, Angela and the SVI team Wendy, Nick and Shawn on their
develop too.” 20th Anniversary.”

www.stevevick.com

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REMEMBERING RUTH
MICHELS
It is with great sadness and respect that US contractor
Michels recently announced the passing of Ruth L. Michels
on Monday, 21 December, 2020 saying:
‘To know Ruth is to have experienced a dignified, classy,
sincere, and refined lady. She will be remembered as a
woman with a quiet voice and a huge heart.’
Born and raised in Campbellsport, Wisconsin, Ruth graduated
from Campbellsport High School and entered the work world at
Wisconsin Telephone Company. After a few years, Ruth moved
on to work in manufacturing at Giddings & Lewis in the computer
department. She married Dale Michels in 1957 at St. Matthew’s
Catholic Church in her hometown of Campbellsport and moved to
Fond du Lac. In 1959, Dale and Ruth partnered with Ruth’s brother,
Ted Koenigs, and his business partner, Jim Michel, to establish
Michels Pipeline Construction in Dale’s hometown of Brownsville,
Wisconsin. With Dale at the helm, the company blossomed from
“She was known to a small regional gas distribution construction company into
one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and
be an unsung hero infrastructure contractors.
of Michels’ success, Ruth was a respected leader in energy and infrastructure
a woman who will construction. In 2009, she was the first woman to receive an
honorary membership to the Distribution Contractors Association,
have a profound which is bestowed on those who have made outstanding
influence on her contributions to the association and the utility construction
family and the industry for decades. In 2014, she received the Lifetime
Achievement Award from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
company for Construction Club, which honors those who have made a mark on
generations to come.” the construction and engineering fields.

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THE NEW-GENERATION
GRUNDODRILL

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) can be a complex

Drilling by wireless remote process, placing great demands on equipment
control is extremely practical and operator.
especially in difficult terrain and
confined spaces. The highest user requirements for adaptability, versatility and
efficiency were the benchmark for advanced trenchless technology
specialist TRACTO when developing its new series of innovative
HDD rigs. The result is the new-generation GRUNDODRILL xCS
series consisting of six models with performance ratings between
60 and 280 kN.
Based around an intuitive operating concept, the GRUNDODRILL
xCS range combines peak power and unique functionality, allowing
for maximum flexibility and highest productivity. To mark the
production launch, TRACTO presents the GRUNDODRILL JCS130
FIRST EDITION, which includes the advanced features and several
innovative options of the xCS130 series.
Groundbreaking concept
“The highest user A GRUNDODRILL is an investment for many years. With the new
GRUNDODRILL, TRACTO offers a truly top-of-the-range HDD rig,
requirements for which is breaking new ground in HDD in more ways than one.
adaptability, versatility Users can stay ahead of competitors when going head-to-head for
and efficiency were drilling jobs due to:
the benchmark for • The modular construction of the new GRUNDODRILL series: it
is possible to configure each drilling rig to the individual market
advanced trenchless requirements. A choice of almost forty options allows the user to
technology specialist customise the drilling rig according to its application range and
TRACTO when the desired comfort.

developing its new • Rock drilling in all performance classes: each model of the
series can either be configured as a Jet Condition System (JCS)
series of innovative with standard rods for drilling in conventional soils, or as an All
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• The intuitive operating concept with almost all functions of the

drilling rig controlled via a central touch screen and monitored
via an integrated camera, tailored to the needs of the operator.
It enables ergonomic and fatigue-free working and allows the
operator to concentrate on the most important activity – drilling.
• Remote-controlled drilling with all functions of the drilling
being conveniently controlled and monitored from outside the
operator’s cabin using a specially designed remote control unit.
The GRUNDODRILL JCS130 FIRST
EDITION includes all advanced features In combination with an intelligent camera concept, full control of
and several innovative options of the the entire drilling rig is always guaranteed, even when operating
xCS130 series at a special price. with the remote control.
• Productive peak performance with consistent maximum power
for thrust, rotation and drilling fluid, generates considerable
increases in productivity.
The GRUNDODRILL JCS/ACS130 models feature a powerful
Cummins Tier 5, 100 kW engine, variable torque and speed
adjustment, and fully automatic drilling operation including
automatic drill rod exchange. Furthermore, the FIRST EDITION
highlights are a 320 l/min Bentonite pump, an anchoring plate
with bentonite collection tray and mud extraction pump, camera
surveillance at the clamping device, all-round lighting and a
comfort cabin as a standard.
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 TRENCHLESS ASIA 2021
16-17 November
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Featuring:

The twelfth event in this outstanding series returns

to Kuala Lumpur and for the first time, features the
ISTT International No-Dig.

Floor plan extended due to phenomenal demand –

Book your stand now
• Featuring ISTT International No-Dig
• Trenchless Technology
• Underground Infrastructure
• Pipeline Technologies
• Underground Utilities
• Trenchless Solutions for Urban Flooding
• Knowledge Transfer
• Green Technology

For more details regarding exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities please contact:
Paul Harwood at [email protected] or +44 (0)1923 723990
Stuart Hillyard at [email protected] or +44 (0)1923 723990

Book your stand today – www.trenchlessasia.com

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Curing the manhole liner.

MANHOLE SHAFT
REHABILITATION
MADE EASY
At the beginning of September 2019 ProKASRO
technicians were on the road together with
Brandenburger and the KASRO UV shaft rehabilitation
system in Brno, Czech Republic. The municipality and
surrounding sewer rehabilitation companies took part
in the demonstration of a new UV technology.
Three manholes, each with a diameter of DN1000 and lengths of
one to three meters, were rehabilitated with brand new products
from technology and liner manufacturers in Brno and Budweis.
The combination of the ‘BBS.8 UV’ Brandenburger Liner, specially
designed for manhole rehabilitation, together with the new
KASRO UV manhole rehabilitation system led to a smooth and
fast curing with excellent results.
ProKASRO had already responded to the increasing demand in
the field of shaft renovation in 2019 with the design of the 4 x
1,000 W UV light source core with camera and 2 temperature
sensors. A separate control unit, that fits in a small flight-
case with logging, temperature and pressure measurement
systems, as well as a single DN500 packer with straps for the
crane suspension for easy insertion into the shaft are included
The UV light train.
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A typical site set up for manhole

rehabilitation.

restored to an excellent condition. If there are heavily damaged

manholes with fractures, cracks and other types of damage,
rehabilitation using UV technology is the more cost-effective and
environmentally friendly alternative to excavation and complete
manhole renewal.
With a pulling speed of 250 mm per minute, the actual
renovation process including lowering the core, igniting and
pulling it up again with curing was completed after ten minutes.
The entire process from arriving at the construction site,
preparing the shaft, installing the liner, calibrating the liner,
lowering the UV core in the manhole and curing was completed
in just two hours.
The customers and municipalities on site were more than
satisfied with the procedure and the rehabilitation results and
showed great interest. Further demonstration sites are planned
in Poland during 2021 under the direction of Prokasro’s sales
representative, Georgi Barzanov, who is responsible for the
Eastern European region.

A liner and
rehabilitated
manhole.

www.prokasro.de/en/

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The Picote Supper Midi miller with

cleaning tools attached.

CLEARING
TARMAC &
CONCRETE
USING A
PICOTE
MILLER
C.J. Kelly International Ltd recently
assisted in a challenging pipe cleaning
project being undertaken by specialist
Drainage contractor Fastflow Drains.

Working with Derek Sewell of Fastflow the project required the

removal of tarmac and concrete deposits from a pipeline serving the
Winchester Court residence in Vicarage Gate London W8, UK.
“Assessing the
problem and having The pipeline in question comprised a cast iron drain which runs directly
under the property in solid ground and concrete negating any potential
worked with CJ Kelly for traditional open cut replacement of the pipeline, so a trenchless
International on solution had to be found. The build-up of tarmac and concrete
materials in the drain, which was highlighted by a CCTV survey, were
previous occasions, causing damp problems in the basement flat of the property.
Derek sought advice Assessing the problem and having worked with CJ Kelly International
on the most effective on previous occasions, Derek sought advice on the most effective
options for removing options for removing the offending materials. Having heard
recommendations from other drainage contractors Derek asked
the offending about the potential use of a Picote Super Midi miller machine with the
materials.” correct cleaning attachments. >

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Consulting with CJ Kelly proved highly effective when John Kelly

recommended the Super Midi with a selection of Tiger cleaning tools.
Renting the machine to complete the works the Fastflow team set
up the Super Midi on 7 December 2020 at 08.30, this was in order to
start the cleaning operations promptly at 09.00. The later start was
out of consideration to the residents. The cleaning operation was
completed by 14.30 in less than one normal working shift and the
machine was demobilised and removed from site.
Fastflow used the Picote Super Midi machine for cutting out the
tarmac and concrete from the cast iron drain utilising the Picote
cutting heads with a Tiger bore drill head, a 100 mm diameter Tiger
Drill chain, a 75 mm diameter Tiger twister concrete/liner removal
tool, a leader cable, hub and grinding panels and a Flexian 3,000
psi@16 gpm high pressure water jetting machine. The operation
was monitored using an A&M Industrial CCTV Camera system.
The Picote Super Midi removed the tarmac and concrete in just
3 passes through the pipeline, using the Tiger twister concrete
removal tool. The contractor then ran the machine with the
tiger drill chain and leader cable hub and grinding panels to
clean up any remaining deposits. The drain was then finally
cleaned utilising the high pressure water jetting system before
completing a final CCTV Survey.
With the problem identified and the correct equipment in place, the
contractor experienced no problems during the cleaning operation
saying ‘the Picote machine dealt with the problem with ease’. The
drain was found to be holding water after removal of the tarmac/
Above: Water retention in concrete, this was found to be due to a back-fall on the drain.
the blocked pipeline.
Below: the cleaned pipe with Fastflow recommended re-lining of the drain to the client.
no water retention.
Commenting on the project Derek Sewell said: “Using the Picote
Super Midi machine made the job far easier than it should have
been and I will be thinking about purchasing one for Fastflow Drains
in 2021. Working with CJ Kelly proved a vital cooperation as the
company recommended the right machine to complete the job. The
Picote Super Midi is an excellent machine which completed what
might have been a difficult task easily.
For CJ Kelly International Ltd John Kelly, Senior Partner said: “We
have worked with Fastflow on previous occasions and we are
pleased at how well this project progressed with a completion
that met all the requirements of the client. Recommending the
“Using the Picote Picote Super Midi was not a difficult choice given the capabilities
of the machine. It must be understood however that in these
Super Midi sorts of circumstances the right machine has to be used for the
machine made right job, The Picote Super Midi is just one of the range we have
available to contractors with whom we are able to consult at any
the job far easier time for any job.”
than it should
have been.” www.cjkelly.shop

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TRANSFORMING PRESSURE
PIPE REFURBISHMENT
Despite the many challenges over the last 12 months SANIVAR has continued
to expand its global presence and has delivered a wide portfolio of projects
both here in the UK and around the world.

Sanivar’s lining technologies are designed specifically for the

Not all pipeline requiring renovation refurbishment of pressure pipe infrastructure and are well proven
are buried….. on both potable and wastewater networks though short term
regulatory constraints have so far limited their use on UK clean
water pipelines. Additionally the company’s liners have been used
successfully on European gas networks and are equally suitable
for district heating and chemical pipelines.
SANIVAR manufacture two lining systems :
• Saniline – this is a conventional CIPP type liner with the added
benefit of being tested to withstand pressures of up to 32 bar.
Available in diameters up to 800 mm, Saniline uses an ambient
cure resin system of installation with the liner inverted through a
pressure drum. Its high tensile strength limits the wall thickness
to a maximum of 3.5 mm providing flexibility to navigate 90
degree bends and significantly reducing flow losses associate
with alternative trenchless technologies (such as sliplining etc).
• Sanitube is an innovative ‘winch through’ liner with the same
structural properties of Saniline but the added benefit of not
requiring any curing. The liner is winched through the host pipe
…..but most are. and inflated using compressed air which is used to expand the
liner to the internal diameter of the pipe before being retained
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Within the UK, Sanivar has delivered a number of wastewater

Preparing to install a projects all of which presented challenges that could not be easily
winched-in liner. overcome using existing trenchless technologies.
On one example, an Anglian Water Rising Main Refurbishment,
in November 2019 Sanivar completed a 25 m refurbishment
of a 100 mm diameter PVC rising main for Anglian Water at
Stansfield. The main was adjacent to a pumping station and ran
through a bridge decking over a water course adjacent to a public
footpath. The main had a frequent burst history resulting in a
significant pollution threat. Working with Public Sewer Services
(AWS Drainage Supply Chain Partner), Sanivar used Sanitube
to complete a full refurbishment within a single working day,
minimising asset downtime and significantly reducing customer
impact by negating the need for prolonged road closures and
lengthy diversions.
In other works for Yorkshire Water Wastewater Refurbishments,
working with Peter Duffy, Sanivar has completed two wastewater
projects.
At Colburn STW a 22 m section of rising main was refurbished
using Sanitube. The pipeline ran beneath other critical above
ground assets and in addition to navigating a 45 degree bend the
liner also had to accommodate a change in diameter from 200 mm
Sanitube liner delivered coiled to 250 mm adjacent to the reception pit. The liner was successfully
to site.
installed and pressure tested over the course of two working days
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In December 2020, Sanivar and Peter Duffy completed a

further refurbishment of a 300 mm diameter rising main at
Agbrigg in the Calder Valley. This complex project involved
refurbishing a 125 m of cast iron main adjacent to a mainline
railway including a pipe bridge over the River Aire. Access was
limited due to the proximity of the railway and all work was
carried out under Network Rail supervision. The pipe route
included a redundant chamber, changes in diameter and
gradients and a complex configuration of bends all of which
were located beyond the railway boundary making them
inaccessible. Additionally the final section of pipeline flowed
into an open manhole effectively making it a gravity rather
than pressure pipeline. Sanitube was selected on the basis
that it could accommodate the complexity of the pipeline and
would minimise installation time in a potentially hazardous
environment. The liner was successfully installed in 90 minutes
and after inflating and making minor adjustments the main
was reconnected and backfilled two days later.
A Lock Down Record In Wellington, New Zealand
Beyond the UK, Sanivar recently completed a groundbreaking
project in Wellington, New Zealand, setting a new record for
installation length by completing parallel refurbishments of two
1.5 km pipelines in a single pull – all under Covid restrictions !
The project was supported by Sanivar from its German base
The winched-in liner arrives at the
and material and technicians were transported on a returning
reception pit. repatriation flight with special permission granted for entry
by the New Zealand authorities. Working and living under
controlled conditions, the team successfully completed the
Sanitube installations within 24 hours, proving that where there
is a will there is often a way and that the Sanivar linings offer the
opportunity to complete refurbishments whilst operating safely
and in conditions compatible with Covid security.
Commenting on the last year Sanivar’s Business Development
“Working and living Manager Tim Farley highlighted the progress made in the UK
under controlled and the exciting opportunities that 2021 presents saying: “2020
provided Sanivar with the opportunity to build on its existing
conditions, the team portfolio of UK projects and gain enhanced product awareness
successfully completed across the utility sector. We enter 2021 with a healthy pipeline
of projects including a further AWS installation at Billericay.
the Sanitube We are in dialogue with most of the UK Water companies and
installations within 24 representatives from gas and district heating providers. The
hours, proving that imminent Reg 31 approval for Sanivar liners to be used on UK
potable networks is a potential gamechanger and could play a
where there is a will major role in delivering leakage reduction outcomes safely and
there is often a way.” more economically across the water sector”.

www.sanivar.co.uk

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TRENCHLESS WATER
CONNECTION TIMED
TO PERFECTION!
In this most difficult of years it is nice to find a
Image above: a view over the circumstance that has positively affected a section of
allotments worksite. the population.
TRACTO-TECHNIK UK customer, Impact Utilities, is an
experienced trenchless technology contractor based in Essex,
UK. Prior to the start of nation-wide lockdown back in March
2020, the company won a contract to install new water mains to
three large council-owned allotments in its locality. At the time it
was not known that the government would encourage people to
spend time on their allotments as part of their lockdown exercise
regime. The timing of the connections could not have been better
with the work completed just prior to the country closing down.
Moreover, thanks to the unique GRUNDODRILL 4X drilling rig, the
work was carried out without the need to disrupt any of the plot
“Thanks to the unique holders, leaving them to continue tending their produce.
GRUNDODRILL 4X A year earlier the mains water had been replaced at two
drilling rig, the work other allotments in the region. The council opted for open
trenching techniques during the fallow winter months. Whilst
was carried out well-intentioned, the poor weather and relentless rain filled the
without the need to open trenches with water, which overflowed; creating mess,
disrupt any of the plot mud and inconvenience.
holders, leaving them To avoid this situation the council turned to a more innovative
approach and, after consulting with Sam McKay from Impact
to continue tending Utilities, agreed to a no-dig solution. “Despite several decades of
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previously encountered trenchless technology drilling solutions

The GRUNDODRILL 4X drilling rig. for utility connections. We explained that the allotments could
remain open with clear access whilst only a few excavations
would be required at a distance of 90 m apart.” Sam explained.
The GRUNDODRILL 4X came into its own on this job. The
compact dimensions of the tracked machine ensured that not
only was access kept clear, but its tracks eliminated ground
damage and the underground drilling work caused no damage to
any working areas of the land. The only visible excavations were
for modest entry and exit pits.
The first job involved the installation of 1,009 m of new 32
mm diameter MDPE and was completed in 13 days including
excavations, the installation of 9 stand pipes, ground chambers,
isolation valves and all reinstatement works. Subsequent
installations of 673 m and 458 m were completed in 10 and 7
days respectively.
“The council was delighted with the solution and the feedback
from the plot holders was fantastic. Not one allotment
was affected by the project and gardening work carried on
uninterrupted. For many gardening is their lifeline, particularly
throughout the pandemic and we were delighted that we could
complete the works without shutting down any of the sites and
without hampering the plot holders.” said Sam.

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ELECTRIC HDD AND

FLUID MANAGEMENT
TECHNOLOGY FOR
VERMEER
Vermeer Corporation recently announced that it has
acquired electric-powered horizontal directional drilling
(HDD) and fluid systems technology from Normag.
Through this acquisition, Vermeer assumes the rights to develop,
manufacture and distribute the proven fully electric HDD rigs,
generator sets and fluid management systems, which are currently
operating across Europe under the Normag brand.
As a world leader in the HDD and fluid management industry, this
acquisition is a key part of the Vermeer strategy to meet growing
demand for electric-powered worksite solutions.
The Normag electric HDD technology offers a unique integrated
electric power system that optimises efficiency across the generator
set, drill rig and fluid management systems during operations.
When connected to the electricity grid, the system can operate as
a fuel-free system. All systems have also been designed to match
standard international shipping container dimensions to reduce the
machine footprint, jobsite set-up time, complexity and cost.
“With this technology already proven in operations across Europe,
“Vermeer assumes our Vermeer team can now fast-track an electric HDD offering that
the rights to develop, helps operators better control their cost of operations and worksite
impacts through reduced fuel use, near-zero emissions, limited
manufacture and noise and an overall smaller rig footprint.” said Vermeer President
distribute the proven and CEO Jason Andringa. “This investment critically supports
fully electric HDD rigs, our company’s innovation and product development focus to
continually help customers optimise their worksite efficiency, while
generator sets and limiting environmental impact.”
fluid management The Normag HDD system technology has been in development for
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The Vermeer Normag Electric

HDD rig.

to help companies comply with European transportation

and worksite regulations and meet their goals to lower their
“As the products environmental and worksite impacts. Drill rig and fluid packages
get established in have been piloted with customers across Europe for the last
Europe, the company several years. Because they are European-market ready and
tested, Vermeer will focus first on introducing the products to the
will look to introduce European customer base to support large-diameter underground
them in key global infrastructure projects. Products will be sold under the Vermeer
brand in partnership with Vermeer dealers.
markets where
All product development, engineering, marketing and production
electric systems are for the technology will immediately move to the Vermeer EMEA
desired, including headquarters in Goes, Netherlands. Vermeer expects that its
North America and first rigs and fluid systems will be in production and ready for
distribution in Europe by late 2021. That will likely include a system
Australia.” built around a 120 metric ton HDD rig, a 2,500 litre reclaimer and
high-pressure pump. The company also plans to offer additional
fluid systems in the first year to establish a range of reclaimers
ranging from 750 to 3,000 litres per minute of cleaning capacity.
As the products get established in Europe, the company will look
to introduce them in key global markets where electric systems are
desired, including North America and Australia. The intent is to bring
the products to those markets within the next 24-36 months.

www.vermeer.com

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CONNECTING
WINDFARMS
WITH HDD
The many benefits of horizontal directional drilling are well known, not just the
time and cost savings but also the environmental benefits in that trenches are
not excavated, excavated material does not have to be removed form site, then
recycled or fresh quarried stone brought in to provide backfill, all adding to the
carbon footprint of the works.

So with the ever increasing expansion of on-shore and

Pipelines prepared for HDD off-shore windfarms, there is a natural synergy between
installation as cable ducts. HDD and wind and solar farms when it comes to cable duct
installation. Whether the cable duct route is under a road, water
course, woodland, ancient hedgerow, canals, high pressure gas,
“Whether the cable oil or fuel pipelines, high or low voltage cables, motorways or
railway lines, the use of and benefit of trenchless techniques
duct route is under a cannot be under estimated. The sheer size of the individual
road, water course, offshore wind farm turbines is spectacular, at 190 m tall with a
woodland, ancient rotor diameter of 178 m and a maximum height of 200 m to the
blade tip. They also have a clearance level of 22 m above mean
hedgerow, canals, high water spring tides (MHWS).
high pressure gas, oil During 2017 and 2018, Darlington based Eco-Drill Ltd completed
or fuel pipelines, high 52 directional drilling schemes, on Hornsea 1, along a 40 km route
from Horseshoe Point, south of Grimsby, to the National Grid
or low voltage cables, onshore substation at North Killingholme, Lincolnshire.
motorways or railway With the continued expansion in capacity of the Hornsea wind
lines, the use of and farm (which claims to be the world’s largest offshore windfarm),
benefit of trenchless and due to their exceptional record of completion on a previous
scheme, Eco-Drill Ltd was awarded a further 62 directional drilling
techniques cannot be locations on the Hornsea 2 scheme in late 2018. The cable route
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and fibre optics within a 40 m construction corridor. Along the

cable route there will be 23 joint bays per circuit, with an average
section length of approximately 1,600 m. Within the 62 horizontal
directional drilling locations, there were 3 individual drills at each
location consisting of three 250 mm duct bundles and a 63 mm PE
fibre duct (giving 186 drills in total). Eco-Drill undertook the butt
welding of the ducting using Peak Pipe system’s ClearDuct which
has CNC machined ends which ensure each pipe end has a small
internal bevel, which results in a joint that does not require the
internal bead to be removed as it sits flush just below the internal
pipe diameter. This removes the risk of any damage to the electric
cable sheath.
Utilising its fleet of Ditch Witch HDD rigs, Eco-Drill Ltd put to good
use two 30 t rigs and one 50 t drill rig for the 186 drills which
varied in length from 40 m short crossings to a 400 m long bore.
The drilling works ran from February 2019 to October 2020
incorporating the usual British weather challenges and working
on a cross country access route. In total over 17,500 m of 250 mm
and 563 mm ducts were installed using HDD methods.
As the UK reliance on wind and solar power increases, and current
windfarm schemes are expanding, Eco-Drill Ltd IS looking ahead
to the ever increasing market having already proved more than
capable of delivering on major schemes. In addition to trenchless
technology, Eco-Drill Ltd can provide full geotechnical investigation,
structural design and completion of Network Rail design for under
track crossings, as well as full turnkey and utility services.
Furthermore to boost the company’s already talented
management team, MD John Dunlavey has recently appointed
One of Eco-Drill’s HDD machines
in action.
Chris Brodie to the team as Business Development Manager.
Chris has a wealth of trenchless experience having been involved
in hdd since its arrival in the UK in the early 1980s, in addition to
which he has gained extensive knowledge of guided auger boring,
pipe ramming and pipe bursting through various employment
“EcoDrill and opportunities over the past 35 years.
the team have a Commenting on Volker Infra’s experience of working with Eco-Drill
proactive approach to as part of the delivery team on the Hornsea 2 – 0rsted offshore
windfarm landside cable installation Nicholas Jones – Hornsea
collaborative working II – HDD Package Delivery Manager said: “For 18 months it was a
when it involves pleasure from the start. EcoDrill and the team have a slant towards
getting on with the tasks in hand and have a proactive approach
multiple contractors to collaborative working when it involves multiple contractors and
and being amenable being amenable to change in the ever-changing environment of
to change in the ever construction and civil engineering.”
-changing environment Nicholas continued: “Design and documentation support and
submissions were done in a timely fashion and all assistance
of construction and required by the principal contractor was provided. EcoDrill and the
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required and in some cases went above and beyond to provide

Twin drilling operations at what was required when it comes to asset owners and rail
work on one site. crossings. This helped in the smooth transitions of drill locations
with regards to programme betterment for the delivery of the
cable installation. Site delivery was undertaken with a proactive
approach to problem solving and also amenable to change in an
evolving site. The site team were all skilled in their field and all
worked closely to provide a good product result in a professional
manner.”
Concluding Nicholas said: “The working relationship with EcoDrill
and Volker Infra has been a positive experience and the people
have all been a pleasure to work with. EcoDrill has expanded
my knowledge personally with regard to smaller rigs working in
“Site delivery was a faster environment from my experience of rigs of 100 t plus.
undertaken with a I hope to work with EcoDrill again in the future as difficult work
is always made easier with the right team and EcoDrill has the
proactive approach right team. I thoroughly enjoyed working personally with each of
to problem solving the members of the EcoDrill staff and operatives on site. If you
and also amenable have a site which is going to be fast passed and ever-changing
and you need an amenable subcontractor to deliver your drilling
to change in an to a high quality with a wealth of knowledge, I would thoroughly
evolving site.” recommend EcoDrill.

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CUES NEW ADVANCED

PORTABLE INSPECTION
CAMERA
CUES has developed an advanced model of its
lightweight, portable, HD wireless video inspection pole
camera, the QZ3 Advanced, which can be operated by
one person using any tablet. The new QZ3 Advanced
is designed to provide safe-viewing in industrial or
environmental areas with no man entry requirement.
Operators can perform swift inspections and surveys of pipelines,
wet wells, manholes, sewer treatment plants, steam generators,
tanks, vessels, and other areas that are difficult to reach. The QZ3
Advanced can also be used to locate lateral services or to identify
blockages at manholes, access ports, or other entry points without
entering the pipeline or structure. Added features over the basic
model include motorised height and tilt, in addition to laser distance
measurements, making the QZ3 Advanced another great addition to
any inspection equipment portfolio.
Like the basic model, QZ3 Advanced is mounted on a lightweight,
telescopic carbon fibre pole that can extend up to 24 ft (7.3 m), with
an optional 34 ft (10.4 m) pole available. The 1080p camera features
a 360:1 zoom with built-in image stabilisation, automatic focus,
distance-to-defect measurement, and self-contained waterproof
M.A.P. (Multiple Aspheric Projection) lighting, including 6 LED spot
lights, working in pairs and focused at different lengths, to provide
enhanced, detailed viewing of cracks, breaks, pipe separations, scale,
and various defect conditions. The QZ3 Advanced also includes 2
diffused flood LED lights for evenly-lit manhole inspections.
Apart from the standard functions and equipment, many options are
provided to enhance the utility of the QZ3 Advanced model. Options
“The new QZ3 include a dual-purpose bipod/tripod support, ruggedised tablet,
Advanced is tablet holders for mounting to the pole or as a wearable harness,
pole mounted WiFi Repeater to extend range up to 150 ft (45.7 m)
designed to provide from the manhole, and a panning accessory designed for use with
safe-viewing the SPiDER scanner’s tripod or with truck mounted deployment
systems enabling the QZ3 Advanced to have 360 degree panning, in
in industrial or addition to its standard +/- 30 degree tilt for precise positioning which
environmental is especially useful for pipeline inspections.
areas with no man
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1st European No-Dig Conference

Rehabilitation Design for Pressure and Gravity Pipes
A high-level technical conference with internationally respected and acknowledged expert
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for rehabilitation design across the Continent along with examples of their application.
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Keynote speakers will be Dr. Olivier Thépot of Eau de Paris in the gravity liner design €200 Early Bird (19th May 2021)
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PROGRAMME
SESSION 1 SESSION 2
GRAVITY SEWER REHABILITATION PRESSURE PIPE REHABILITATION
KEYNOTE LECTURE: GRAVITY SEWER LINER DESIGN, KEYNOTE LECTURE: PRESSURE PIPE REHABILITATION,
Olivier Thépot, Eau de Paris, France John Gumbel, JG Pipeline, UK
Design of Liners in Germany according to A143-2, Status Quo of the CIPP Product Standards for Water & Gas
Mark Klameth, IKT, Germany Networks, Ricky Selle, Selle Consult, Germany
WRc Sewer Rehabilitation Manual - Key Changes in Key Design Considerations for PE80 and PE100 Pressure Pipe
Design Methodology, Nick Orman, WRc, UK Liners, Steve Brogden, Die Draw Ltd, UK
External Pressure Tests on Large Diameter Jacking Pipe “Response of a Cured In Place Liner in Cast Iron Water Pipe due
Systems, Högni Jónsson Amiblu Technology, Norway to Joint Expansion due to Permanent Ground Deformation or
Seismic Wave” Olivier Thépot, Eau de Paris, France
“Real-time Monitoring of UV Lamps as Requirement for
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Liner with Big Wall Thickness”, Firmino Barbosa, Reline Renewal of Water Pipes aling the Bridge “”Ponte Punta Penna””
Europe, Germany in Taranto”, Federica Fuselli, Rotech SrL, Italy
Questions & Discussion Dec Downey Questions & Discussion, Dec Downey
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THE NEW
TRACSTAR
ISERIES FUSION
MACHINE
McElroy continues to build on the success of the TracStar® pipeline fusion
technology legacy with the introduction of the TracStar iSeries bringing a new level
of performance and reliability to the pipe fusion industry.

The iSeries offers a platform for a new family of fusion machines

that maintain the TracStar’s historically rugged, self-contained
tracked vehicle while adding industry-changing technology for an
improved user experience across these three new models.
Mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems on the
iSeries have all been improved and integrated to create the best
machine to meet jobsite demands with intelligent communication
capabilities with the operator and within the machine.
“The iSeries is an evolution inspired by the feedback we have
“The iSeries is an received from those on the front lines of fusion and implements
the latest technology to create a superior user experience.” said
evolution inspired McElroy Vice President of Product Development Geoff Koch.
by the feedback we “We believe this will move the fusible pipe industry forward in
have received from the water, mining and natural gas distribution sectors and all of
the markets we serve that are seeking a long-term and reliable
those on the front infrastructure solution.”
lines of fusion and The TracStar iSeries is powered by the new FusionGuide™
implements the Control System that offers three levels of control from operator-
controlled to completely automatic, machine-controlled
latest technology operations. These were implemented to reduce the most
to create a superior common user errors and to make the fusion experience more
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The TracStar 1200i.

with the iSeries and the enhanced guided workflow takes the
operator deeper into the fusion process than ever before while
“The iSeries and the ensuring that each fusion joint is recorded and complies with the
enhanced guided fusion standard.
workflow takes the The TracStar range including the 630i, 900i and 1200i covers
operator deeper into three size ranges from 8 in IPS to 48 in outside diameter (225
mm to 1,200 mm) and all are equipped with a new and quieter
the fusion process Perkins (Caterpillar) engine that meets US Tier 4 and EU Stage V
than ever before.” environmental regulations while providing greater torque. The
system pressure was raised to more than 3,000 psi for more
powerful ground drive, pipe lifts and other functions that use
higher levels of pressure.
Hydraulic hard tubing replaces many of the hydraulic hoses
giving it a cleaner finish and approach to the unit while defined
start/end points offer easier assembly and rebuilds. A new
cowling design gives the operator the ability to fuse a tee without
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The iSeries in the field.

“The new iSeries A new Power Control Module provides heater control and
platform brings contains a built-in GFCI that is configurable and resettable from
the vehicle display. A new 7 in sunlight-readable, touchscreen
intelligent technology vehicle display provides service and diagnostic information. New
and integrated safety features include a redesigned indexer with embedded
sensors for collision avoidance to protect the heater, facer, jaws
systems together and carriage.
to improve the user
The new iSeries platform brings intelligent technology and
experience and integrated systems together to improve the user experience and
meet the needs and meet the needs and challenges seen in the industry today.
challenges seen in
the industry today.” www.mcelroy.com/iseries

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TRACSTAR® iSERIES
A new family of fusion machines builds on the TracStar’s rugged, self-contained
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experience across three new models. Powered by the new FusionGuide™
Control System, integrated software guides the user through every step of the
fusion process to ensure consistent fusions that adhere to industry standards.
TracStar 630i

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TYPE 2
PIPELINE
PRESSURE
TESTING
Type 2 pressure tests are designed
for polyethylene pipes but need
to consider the possibility of pipe
expansion, also known as creep, as
the pipe’s pressure is brought up to
standard test pressure (STP).

Type 2 pressure tests are designed for accommodate several influencing factors,
polyethylene pipes but need to consider the including ‘creep’. The data is then analysed by
possibility of pipe expansion, also known as our team of expert technicians who determine
creep, as the pipe’s pressure is brought up to whether the pipeline has passed or failed.
standard test pressure (STP).
In the event that a test fails, Ant Hire Solutions’
The ‘creep’ nature of polyethene pipe material technicians will guide customers through a step-
means that the pipe will expand when under by-step process, finding the issue and helping to
pressure, making it difficult to determine whether resolve it. Once the problem is solved, the pipe
pressure loss during a test is the result of water must then be left for four times the length of
leakage or pipe expansion. Other factors such as the previous test before another test can occur.
temperature can also influence the amount of Ant Hire Solutions ability to analyse the data in
expansion, further complicating result analysis. real-time allows its technicians to end a failing
test prematurely, meaning less time is wasted in
Ant Hire Solutions’ unique Type 2 test method
waiting for a second test to commence.
has been designed to factor in these challenges
and ensures accurate analysis and outcomes. All test data is loaded into the Ant Hire Solutions
A Type 2 Pressure Test begins by bringing PIPE data management dashboard allowing
the pipeline up to system test pressure (STP) contractors to fully analyse pressure test
where it is left for a minimum of one hour. performance by team, site and operatives.
The pressure loss during this time period is Providing evidence to work carried out in line
recorded and then filtered through Ant Hire with safety guidelines and current industry
Solutions’ unique algorithms. These algorithms regulations.

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SOCIETY NEWS ukstt.org.uk

Society News brought to members by Trenchless Works

UKSTT – WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS

For over 25 years the United Kingdom Society for

Trenchless Technology has promoted and aided the
development of the trenchless industry in the UK. With
the organisation currently under the guiding hands
of Dawn Greig (Chair) and Ian Ramsay (Vice Chair),
Trenchless Works asked a few questions to look at where
the Society is heading for the foreseeable future and
would like to thank both Dawn and Ian for their time in
putting this interview together.
Q1.What has UKSTT planned for the coming year in terms
of webinars/seminars/presentations where and who to
and what about?
Dawn: We have a wonderful programme of events lined up and
Dawn Greig, Chair, all is going well! We aim to kick off the face-to-face events with
UKSTT the much anticipated Glasgow Roadshow, supported by Scottish
Water on 5 May, 2021. Wasting no time we will hold our first
Masterclass of the year on 2 June at the Motorcycle Museum in
Birmingham. The subject will be Utility Mapping and Detection
and we have an impressive line-up of speakers! Of course there
can be no doubt that we are all very much looking forward to
No-Dig Live between 15 and 17 June, with three action packed
days including the all-important Annual Awards Gala Dinner,
which this year will be Scottish themed! Time to dig out your
tartan and get rocking to the Red-Hot Chilli Pipers! That is only
“We have a wonderful the first part of the year. We have more exciting plans ahead.
programme of events Of course while all of this is going on we will continue our
schedule of online webinars including the successful Trenchless
lined up and all is Tea Breaks, and a few other virtual events that we are currently
going well!” finalising, so plenty to look forward to! >

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Ian: Both ISTT and UKSTT are involved in providing online

webinars such as Condition Assessment, CIPP and case studies
based on membership need to offer promotions and marketing.
During the pandemic, the Society has been pro-active in engaging
with the membership and is pleased to have welcomed new
members on board during this time, including some from
overseas. These new members have joined having seen just how
proactive UKSTT is and a big part of this comes from the driving
force of the current Council, not only to work with and utilise the
membership experience and industry understanding of existing
members, but also to expand this potential beyond the limits
that were previously there both at home and internationally.
The pandemic has sharpened peoples focus for the potential
for digital interaction but the social interaction of live events
and shows is still missing. But, once this situation eases the
Ian Ramsay, Vice Chair, combination of the two aspects, digital and social, I think will
UKSTT be highly beneficial to everyone in the trenchless industry. This
is especially true with the range of ‘members only’ high-level
webinars and activities that were previously not available.
Q2. What if anything does UKSTT have being studied,
investigated, worked on by any specific subcommittees
and with what targets for these?
Dawn: We have very active Technical and Membership
sub-committees. Among many other projects, the Technical
sub-committee has been hard at work organising the first ever
European No-Dig Conference, scheduled to take place during
No-Dig Live. Meanwhile the Membership Committee has been
planning some great new initiatives for our membership -
details of which will be coming soon! At the end of last year
our ‘Members Only’ area of the website went live and is now a
place where members can access past papers and learn more
about what the UKSTT and ISTT have done over the past year.
Additionally, we have gained an intern as part of the DofE Silver
Award Scheme, who is analysing our membership history as
part of her role to help us understand our members better and
provide us with information that will help increase membership.
UKSTT has worked well with Westrade Group over the years to
“The pandemic help bring successful conference programmes for No-Dig Live
has sharpened and the No-Dig Roadshows and is very proud that the newly
rebranded Trenchless Works magazine is the official publication
peoples focus for the of the UKSTT.
potential for digital Ian: Both organisations, UKSTT and ISTT are proactive in their
interaction but the subcommittees with the view to spreading the trenchless
social interaction word through shows, seminars and individual interaction with
potential membership and companies in the sector. ISTT for
of live events and instance now has dedicated subcommittees for these activities
shows is still missing” with directives and targets for achievement over time. >

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Q3. Recruitment drive, is there one? Q4. Is UKSTT involved with mainstream
Current membership and target education to get Trenchless recognised
membership how is this going? as part of the now necessary Civils further
Dawn: We are very fortunate to have a loyal education programmes and courses (not
membership that has continued to support that anyone is studying these at present
us throughout this very challenging time. other than remotely)?
We strongly believe that the UKSTT offers Dawn: The UKSTT continues to offer a university
great value for its Members and we are outreach programme and in 2019 extended
always looking at ways to not only increase this programme by offering the resources and
our membership but optimise benefits for expertise of corporate members and patrons
existing members. We are delighted to offer to assist and partner with Universities in
a new membership band ‘Corporate Plus’ developing and running research and design
which provides all of the existing benefits projects for final year students. We are always
of Corporate membership plus an amazing looking at ways to collaborate with educational
range of additional savings and marketing bodies to promote Trenchless.
opportunities. Members can upgrade at any
time to take advantage of this new package. Ian: Whilst the Trenchless industry is still having
Anyone interested in learning more should trouble getting into the mainstream of further
contact Lynn Maclachlan, our Business education in the UK, UKSTT has tried to address
Development Manager via the usual channels. this as far as it can with the introduction of
the Masterclasses, in other parts of the world,
Ian: As mentioned earlier there is a real drive for example Columbia and China, there have
currently to ensure that increasing numbers of been specific courses set up for Civil Engineers
people get to know and understand Trenchless to study and qualify in trenchless technology,
especially in parts of the world where the something that is not currently possible in
technology is still somewhat in its infancy, even the UK despite the rising use and movement
after all this time. UKSTT has for some time towards Trenchless being more of an ‘everyday’
now been increasingly involved with other set of technologies. UKSTT is engaging with the
Societies and countries that are thirsty for this universities that offer Civil Engineering but there
sort of information and that keep coming back is something of an academic inertia that must
for more once they see what is now available. be overcome before we can get specific courses
This can only help recruitment to the Societies underway. I think it will happen and UKSTT can
across the world and perhaps give rise to more offer the experience and expertise that would
local Societies. be required to help formulate and >

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“Ultimately the aim must be to

get trenchless included in courses
as part of the curriculum.”

design such courses when required. It is just taking time to bring

to fruition. The Masterclasses offer CPD points, but this will not
be enough in the future when utilities companies are looking
for qualified engineers in the field. Unfortunately, the trenchless
industry has such a wide base across installation options, rehab
options, replacement options, asset management options etc.
that it is difficult to establish if such a course could be included
in mainstream studies or whether it would need to be separate
or perhaps offered as a post-graduate study. Ultimately the
aim must be to get trenchless included in courses as part of
the curriculum which will be examined so that qualified new
engineers have a solid base on which to build experience in
the industry, but there are difficulties to overcome as I said. It
may need impetus from the end-users in industry to push this
forward. In the USA for example there are institutions that offer
Trenchless tech courses which are supported by NASTT.
Q5. Where are you looking for UKSTT to be in say 5 years’ time.
Dawn: In five years’ time the UKSTT will be the go to place
for all things Trenchless in the UK. We have a very dynamic
Council, an active membership, proactive Patrons, a determined
Business Development Manager and a fundamental desire to
drive Trenchless Technology forward. We would like to increase
collaboration with other societies and industry bodies for a joint
“We have a very effort to make Trenchless Methods the Number 1 option when
dynamic Council, an working with buried utilities and services in the UK and beyond.
active membership, Ian: Trenchless is still by some seen as a specialist technology despite
the fact that it is now widely used. The long-term goal has to be to
proactive Patrons, a get trenchless recognised for what it has now become which is a
determined Business mainstream family of technologies and have this recognised by not
Development just the utilities that are now using it, but those that use it in part
when they can find no way of doing the works traditionally and
Manager and a those that do not even today know these technologies exist. It would
fundamental desire be nice to think that in five years’ time we will have broken down
some of the barriers that still exist, in industry and in education and
to drive Trenchless beyond to bring trenchless techniques to the top of the pile making it
Technology forward.” the Number 1 option in more areas where it has a use.

www.ukstt.org.uk

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UKSTT COUNCIL Over the coming months, Trenchless Works will be working
with UKSTT to highlight the knowledge and experience of its

MEMBER PROFILES
Council Members. We shall be looking for a couple of names
each month. This issue has a look at Phil Steele of RSM Lining
Supplies and Graham Howard of Hermes-Technologie.

Phil Steele: Vice Chair of

the Membership Services
sub-committee
Q: What is your background and what
brought you into the trenchless industry?
I studied business management at Hull University
and had always been interested in sales putting
my hand to many part-time projects throughout
school and then university. I ultimately fell upon the
trenchless industry by joining RSM Lining Supplies
6 months after finishing university as an Area Sales
manager. Throughout the 9 years in the industry Q: What do you see as being your own
my passion for trenchless has grown from zero to a greatest personal achievement in the
slight obsession! trenchless industry?
Q: How/why did you get involved in UKSTT? Over the 9 years I have been in the trenchless
I joined the UKSTT 2 years ago. I had wanted to join industry I have been part of a continuously
early but was wary of my lack of experience so held growing business in RSM Lining supplies. I am
off until then. I have grown a passion for trenchless proud to say through my progression from Area
and I wanted to assist in growing its presence in Sales manager to now Sales Director I have
the UK water industry after being part of so many played a key part in that growth. This has been
successful projects. I also have wanted to ensure inclusive of bringing innovative technology to the
quality products and workmanship are used across customer base, ensuring a high level of customer
the trenchless platforms and I believed that joining service throughout and educating clients and their
the UKSTT would assist in striving for this. customers on the trenchless options available.
Q: What goals do you want to achieve as a Q: What do you currently see as the
UKSTT Council Member? industry’s most urgent challenges?
I want to help grow the UKSTT to be a leading The most urgent challenge in my specialist field of
society in trenchless technology and help spread CIPP is to have an approved training certification
the word on good practices and knowledge learnt to guarantee the quality of work that is being
to increase the quality of products offered to the provided to the UK industry. I have been working
UK water industry. on a project to offer this and this should be
available to all in the first quarter of 2021! >

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“We are all under an obligation to

reduce our carbon footprint and apply
best engineering practice, rather than
financial savings when looking to
improve our aging infrastructure.”

Graham Howard active members and raise the standards of

manhole and sewer rehabilitation so that the
Q: What is your background and what workmanship is consistent and accredited.
brought you into the trenchless industry?
Q: What do you see as being your own
I have been involved in the Utility Industry greatest personal achievement in the
since 1986, this was when the Gas Industry trenchless industry?
was pioneering various methods of renewing
pipelines without the need for costly excavations. It would be difficult to pin down a single
achievement but whenever I have avoided
At the time I was involved with a specialist under digging down and replacing assets by lining,
pressure drilling company developing a method insertion of internal repair clamps, rehabilitation
of removing lead service pipe connections and protecting assets by specialist coating, I feel
without the requirement to shut off the water a great sense of achievement.
supply and replace the pipe – thereby reducing
the size of the excavations. Q: What do you currently see as the
industry’s most urgent challenges?
Q: How/why did you get involved in UKSTT?
The challenges have never changed as we have
I became more aware of the UKSTT when I joined
suffered probably over 100 years of under
Hermes-Technologie as the company has been
investment and with a rising population, limited
heavily involved with the GSTT (German Society
space and overused worn out infrastructure,
for Trenchless Technology) for many years and
global warming and climate change, so we are
when I was abroad with the GSTT I witnessed
all under an obligation to reduce our carbon
how they managed to open many doors with
footprint and apply best engineering practice
clients and contractors for their members. It
rather than financial savings when looking to
showed the importance of exhibitions/dinners/
improve our aging infrastructure. That is the
seminars and being part of a group of people
challenge.
with a common interest and goal.
Q: Where would you like to see UKSTT in 5
Q: What goals do you want to achieve as a
years?
UKSTT Council Member?
I would like to see UKSTT as the ‘go to’ place for
I would like to see the UKSTT in a stronger
best advice, knowledge and contacts for anyone
position by the time I leave with more
with a trenchless problem to solve.

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UKSTT AWARDS 2021

CALL FOR ENTRIES DEADLINE DATE
FAST APPROACHING!
Each year the UKSTT makes annual awards to
promote excellence in trenchless technology, and
this year the awards will be made at the Society’s
Gala Dinner that is being held in Peterborough
on 16 June 2021. Held during the biennial
No-Dig Live conference and exhibition, the Awards ‘Young Professional’ Award
recognise the outstanding contributions made by Will this be presented to you?
organisations and individuals to the promotion, use
and development of Trenchless Technology in the Every year, the UKSTT presents the
previous calendar year. winner of the ‘Young Professional’ Award
category with a £2,000.00 bursary to help
The awards themselves are open to all aspects of fund their travel and accommodation
Trenchless activity. Entries for overseas projects to any part of the world, allowing them
will be accepted provided they are submitted by to undertake further research into their
UK companies who either did the work or supplied chosen area of Trenchless Technology.
the equipment as well as entries submitted by
overseas companies for work carried out in the UK. The Society recognises the need
to encourage the work that young
For each of the categories a panel of independent professionals are bringing to the industry
judges, many of whom are not necessarily and are keen to recognise this at the
members of the Society, will be carefully selected to awards ceremony.
be representative from a broad cross section of the
relevant industries. Young Professionals (entrants must be
<30 years old) are asked to submit a
The Categories for the UKSTT Awards are; 1,500 word entry that best demonstrates
• Innovative Product their contribution to the field of
• Application of Digital Technology Trenchless Technology. UKSTT will be
• Renovation Water & Wastewater looking for evidence of an understanding
of Trenchless Technology, the individual’s
• Renovation Energy & Communications contribution made, the quality of the
• New Installation Water & Wastewater submission and the candidate’s vision for
• New Installation Energy & Communications the future of Trenchless Technology.
• Young Professional Deadline date for entries is the
• Environmental Award 10 February 2021.
The final deadline date for entries is The entry form and rules and guidelines
the 10 February 2021. can be found at the website:
For further category information and criteria or to www.ukstt.org.uk/young-professional/
access the online application form please visit the
UKSTT website below.

www.ukstt.org.uk/ukstt-awards/

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SOCIETY
NEWSLETTER
NEWS
International Society
ukstt.org.uk
istt.com

For Trenchless Technology

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THE AFFILIATED SOCIETIES IN

ISTT ACTIVITIES
ISTT currently has 27 member organisations called ISTT
Affiliated Societies, several of which have more than one
nation represented. ISTT has a part-time executive director
and a part-time administrative assistant.
ISTT was founded in 1986 in London and since then the structure
of the organisation has been fairly stable. Last year, however,
we completed the biggest change in our history, bringing our
organisational structure to a new level. In the past, ownership has been
held by a group called ‘Guarantors’, which guaranteed the legitimacy
of the organisation’s operations. Last year, this responsibility and thus
ownership was transferred to our Affiliated Societies. Each society
appoints a ‘Trustee’ to oversee the validity of ISTT.
Over the past couple of years, ISTT formed six new committees
comprising interested individuals from the 27 societies. These
Jari Kaukonen, actions have made the ISTT’s activities more transparent and
Chairman, ISTT decision-making more democratic by involving members of our
Affiliated Societies more widely.
I believe that this new way has contributed more actively to
the involvement of members in the whole trenchless sector, as
discussions have now begun with several new national groups
about their joining the ISTT family. One new nation, Malaysia, has
“I believe that this been welcomed into the ISTT.
new way has With these thoughts in mind, it is good to continue until the end of
my last year of chairmanship and welcome everyone to our next
contributed more conference in November 2021 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and then
actively to the the following year in October to my country, in Helsinki, Finland!
involvement of Jari Kaukonen, Chairman, ISTT
members in the whole
trenchless sector.” www.istt.com

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TRENCHLESS IN MALAYSIA
The year 2020 will undoubtedly remain in all our memories,
wherever we are, as an exceptional year but perhaps not
for the reasons we expected or would have wanted. If there
is any consolation our experiences of 2020 have been
universally shared.
In Malaysia 2020 has been bracketed by successes for CIPP and its
use to successfully rehabilitate sewer pipelines, further establishing
its reputation in the market as a valuable, viable and effective
solution when utilities like Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) in Kuala
Lumpur or JKR in Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) and other stakeholders
are considering options for the asset management of their pipeline
networks and infrastructure.
In December 2019, just before the start of 2020, a 180 metre length
Ir. Modh Zuki Muda – HO Capital Works
IWK, with En Faizal Othman – President of sewer pipeline was successful rehabilitated under one of Kuala
of MATT, & colleagues at Kuala Lumpur Lumpur’s main arterial road routes leading out of the city. As anyone
installation site. who has visited Kuala Lumpur will know, the density of its traffic is
at the best of times something to behold. Any option other than a
trenchless solution was out of the question. The project presented
various other unique challenges including changes in diameters
from 450 mm to 525 mm, significant bends and communication
“As anyone who has challenges between one end of the pipeline and the other due to the
visited Kuala Lumpur multi-lane highway under which the pipeline runs.
will know, the density The pipeline was rehabilitated by a local contractor using the BKP
Berolina Liner and IMS installation equipment, and with pre-training
of its traffic is at and careful project supervision provided by Börje Persson from
the best of times JBP Consultancy Services Sdn Bhd. This installation represented the
something to behold, longest UV-CIPP rehabilitation carried out to date in Malaysia.

any option other than a The year ended with another successful UV CIPP relining of a
sewer pipeline with a diameter 1.2 metres, carried out for Jabatan
trenchless solution was Kerja Raya (JKR) – the responsible utilities department in Malaysia’s
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Educational
events &
infrastructure
in Malaysia.

In between these two significant events the more widely to all other stakeholders working
country has been operating under various with Trenchless technologies in Malaysia. This will
restrictions of the Malaysian Government’s MCO assist MATT in fulfilling key objectives!
(movement control orders), first implemented
JBP also signed a similar MOU with Indah Water
on the 18 March 2020, and as this article goes
Konsortium in 2020, to assist IWK with its trenchless
to print re-introduced across five states for the
training priorities, and to promote IWK’s training
time being. Restrictions prevent movement
centre in Kuala Lumpur as a regional centre for
between states as well as any overseas visitors,
trenchless training. While 2020 has delayed some
as well as encouraging non-essential service
of the intended initiatives, MATT, IWK and JBP
staff to work from home. These restrictions will
anticipate that a series of programmes will be
surely be familiar to most readers, wherever
forthcoming in 2021.
they happen to be.
MATT is working with JBP to bring together a
However, 2020 has not been without its own
programme of webinar-based training and
momentum. Even though most services and
round table discussion events to run throughout
offices are working at about 30% of staff
2021, in the lead up to Trenchless Asia 2021
capacity in their offices, most Trenchless
scheduled for 16 and 17 November, 2021.
stakeholders activities are connected to
Trenchless Asia will uniquely incorporate ISTT’s
essential services, and therefore a level of
annual International No-Dig conference. Malaysia
activity has continued including projects of
is looking forward to Trenchless Asia, with an
essential maintenance.
optimism that all will be able to once again
MATT (The Malaysia Association for Trenchless welcome the international Trenchless Community
Technologies) also signed a memorandum of to Kuala Lumpur and in the mean time look
understanding with JBP Consultancy Services forward to keeping Trenchless Works readers
during 2020, through which JBP will support fully informed of news and developments in
MATT through its Trenchless Training Program, the country. Finally, congratulations to all the
to promote, develop and deliver training and Trenchless Works team on the launch of this
educational resources to MATT members and great platform for Trenchless!

www.matt.org.my

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WELCOME TRENCHLESS WORKS

FROM GSTT

Dear readers of the First edition of the new TRENCHLESS

WORKS magazine, the official UKSTT media partner.
The GSTT (the German Society for Trenchless Technology),
founded in 1989, has a long, friendly history of cooperation
with the ISTT since 1986. ISTT was founded 3 years prior
to GSTT with UKSTT being founded in 1993. GSTT has also
been associated with Westrade Group with involvement in
international trade fairs which have been very fruitful over
many years. Many of our now over 50 ‘German Pavilions‘
were at trade fairs where Westrade was the organiser.
GSTT has also worked with Ian Clarke, who has some
30 years’ experience of publishing to the trenchless
community, who is the editor of the newly redesigned
digital magazine, which will have an estimated readership
Prof. Jens Hoelterhoff, of 50,000.
Chairman, GSTT Germany has been one of the pioneers in trenchless
technology for over 30 years and in many areas also world
market leaders. This has also been reflected in the ‘German
Pavilions‘.
We look forward to a good and fruitful cooperation with
TRENCHLESS WORKS and are sure that the online magazine
will also be used by ‘Trenchless made in Germany’
companies. We wish TRENCHLESS WORKS all the best and
success for the future.

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TRENCHLESS
EVENTS REMAIN
IN GOOD HEALTH
Westrade’s Managing Director, Paul Harwood, explains why he’s
confident that 2021 will see the return of the company’s world leading
exhibitions in the UK, UAE and Malaysia.

Whilst many of the COVID-19 statistics are still extremely worrying,

recent vaccination developments mean that for the first time in
many months, I am allowing myself to feel cautiously optimistic.
My optimism was bolstered by a recent BBC news article which
highlighted further good news for those keen to see the return
of live trenchless events: Two of our host countries (UK & UAE),
were listed in the top three countries in the world in terms of
percentage of population vaccinated.
The Global Events Industry
Before I take a look at what our exhibitor and exhibitors have to
look forward to this year, I wanted to talk a bit more generally
about the importance of live events.
A recent report by Explori on behalf of The Global Association of
“The social the Exhibition Industry surveyed 9,000 trade show visitors and
exhibitors from over 30 countries. Its key finding reinforced the
aspects of events – vital role live events have to play in the generation of new business
something we have opportunities and networking. In fact, nearly half the companies
always work hard surveyed said that the absence of live events had a negative
impact on their ability to generate business. There was also no
to foster – remains evidence of any fundamental shift away from live events. The
a critical draw for social aspects of events – something we have always work hard
to foster – remains a critical draw for both visitors and exhibitors.
both visitors and There was also a great emphasis on quality with exhibitors
exhibitors.” recognising the importance of quality over quantity. >

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First to market
Exhibitors and delegates attending our three shows this year
have even more reason to be optimistic. Continued monitoring
of the global pandemic coupled with detailed planning means
that our events are now set to be the first, and in many cases
the only, event of their type anywhere in the world during 2021. I
would like to take this opportunity to thank all our sponsors and
exhibitors for their patience and support – we look forward to
rewarding you with some outstanding events.

Westrade’s 2021 Live Events Portfolio

No-Dig Live 2021 – 15 to 17 June 2021
East of England Arena and Events Centre, Peterborough
It feels like a long time since we were last all together in the UK
and I cannot help but feel excited about returning to the East of
England Arena for our flagship European event, No-Dig Live.
Those attending can expect our largest ever exhibition space,
much of which is outdoors. Alongside the European and
International big hitters, we also look forward to welcoming plenty
of new and innovative companies who will be exhibiting for the
first time.

www.nodiglive.co.uk

Trenchless Middle East 2021 – 31 May to 1 June 2021

Jumeirah Beach Conference and Exhibition Centre, Dubai
For many in the trenchless sector, Dubai feels like a second
home (if it is not their home already). The UAE’s booming
economy and unparalleled rate of development continues to
drive some of the highest levels of infrastructure investment
seen anywhere in the world.
Trenchless Middle East is the region’s only conference and
exhibition focusing entirely on the latest equipment and
“Trenchless Middle techniques used in Trenchless Technology (NDRC), including
East is the region’s underground infrastructure and pipelining.
only conference and Supported by The International Society for Trenchless
exhibition focusing Technology (ISTT) and The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE),
Trenchless Middle East will be visited by an audience drawn from
entirely on the latest United Arab Emirates, the GCC Countries, Middle East and North
equipment and Africa (MENA) regions. >
techniques used in
Trenchless Technology.” www.trenchlessmiddleeast.com

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Trenchless Asia 2021 – 16 to 17 November 2021

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia
Kuala Lumper is rapidly becoming the shining star in our glittering
events portfolio. Unprecedented levels of demand for exhibition
space are coupled with a high-quality audience drawn from across
South East Asia.
With No-Dig Panama moving to 2023, we felt this was the perfect
opportunity to use this gap in the industry calendar and host
Trenchless Asia with full support from government ministers, local
societies, suppliers and exhibitors.
“Trenchless Asia will
Trenchless Asia will host the ISTT International No-Dig, providing
host the ISTT a multi-track conference programme featuring a mix of technical
International No-Dig, sessions and a platform for the international community to come
providing a multi-track together to meet, exchange ideas and network with like-minded
people.
conference programme
Additionally, the formation of The Malaysian Society for Trenchless
featuring a mix of Technology (MATT), creates a broad-based platform, with national
technical sessions.” reach to promote Trenchless in Malaysia.

www.trenchlessasia.com
Westrade Digital
Westrade has always positioned itself firmly at the forefront of the
digital revolution and recognised the role these events have to play
in bringing together global audiences on a more frequent basis.
During 2020, in the absence of any live events, we placed an even
greater emphasis on developing our digital offering introducing
a number of highly successful and well received events including
No-Dig Live Digital and our Trenchless Tea Breaks series. Over the
course of this year, you can expect to see continued acceleration in
the development of our Westrade Digital portfolio as we discover
new and creative ways to connect this buoyant sector.
I hope you have found this update useful and agree that there is
much to look forward to from both our live and digital events. For
now, stay safe and well and I look forward to seeing you at one of
our events later this year.

www.trenchless-works.com

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Liner materials coiled.

SUCCESSFUL WEBINAR
WITH GAME CHANGING
PRODUCTS
RSM Lining Supplies Global Ltd of Doncaster, UK launched its first ever
webinar in December 2020, centred around liner choice and the strengths
and limitations of the products available across the CIPP industry.

The webinar, which was a great success with over 100 attendees,
is available on RSM’s Youtube channel and website if you missed it!
Included within the webinar, the company launched two brand new
products – Echo liner and Fero Force liner.
Exclusive to RSM, Echo liner is a flexible, circular knit liner with
the capability to go around bends of up to 90o. It is available in
diameters from 100 mm to 150 mm and is a stock item at RSM’s
head office, available for next day delivery.
Echo liner is suitable for ambient, hot cure and UV/LED cure
installation systems and compatible with:
“Echo liner is a • RSM Epoxies
flexible, circular
• RSM PU silicate resins
knit liner with the
• LED UV vinylester resins
capability to go
Echo liner is inverted using either air or water before being cured
around bends of insitu. It is a seamless liner to guarantee optimum flexibility and it is
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used in conjunction with an epoxy resin. It is suitable for use in blind

shot installations, as well as manhole-to-manhole runs.
A more specialist liner, Fero Force, is RSM’s first liner specifically
manufactured for use in pressure pipes. Fero Force offers a structural
pressure pipe repair process, manufactured and factory impregnated
in the UK. As it is manufactured in the UK, the liner can be installed
within a maximum of 10 working days from date of order, giving a
fast and cost-effective solution for pressure pipe repairs.
Fero Force is a PU coated inversion liner, reinforced with fibreglass
and impregnated with a vinylester resin. This exclusive technology
Preparing a liner. fully integrates and blends the unique properties of each, providing
a structural repair for pressure pipes and rising mains. It is suitable
to withstand positive pressure of up to 12 bar and RSM offers a full
design service upon enquiry. Available in diameters ranging from
150 mm upwards, in wall thicknesses from 3 mm to over 30 mm,
Fero Force can be impregnated by RSM and delivered to site ready
for installation, minimising the carbon footprint on site. The liner is
then inverted into the pipe and cured. Liner end seals are fitted to
complete the repair.
This liner is commonly used on pressure pipes in America and RSM
has recently successfully completed an installation of over 800 metres
in total of 600 mm diameter in Jersey. With many advantageous
qualities, Fero Force liner is a fantastic, reactive solution for pressure
pipe rehabilitation.
Fero Force advantages include:
• Delivers excellent resin saturation and retention properties
• Can increase by 10% to the existing pipe wall to ensure a close fit
• Provides excellent chemical resistance against sewer effluent
elements
• Provides superior physical and mechanical properties upon ASTM
testing that deliver a typical increase in flexural modulus of 100 to
150%
Liner materials palletted.
The next webinar on Resin Choice is 24 February, 2021.

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NO-DIG INDIA
SHOW 2020
DIGITAL CONFERENCE
& EXHIBITION REPORT
Between 1 and 5 December 2020, the Indian Society for
Trenchless Technology (IndSTT), hosted its No-Dig India Show
2020. It was a virtual event held jointly with India Construction
Week, 2020, organised by the Construction Industry
Development Council (CIDC).

The successful joint event was substantially an online interactive

conference and exhibition with 20 sectors and with about 146
hours of various addresses and presentations spread over 4
concurrent tracks on all 5 days of the event. In the post COVID
World, No-Dig India Show 2020 – Digital and India Construction
Week 2020 was a large and successful online interactive event that
was able to gather about 14,000 delegates and visiting registrants,
reinforcing belief in the future. It showed to the world that the
industry is alive and kicking and that soon the construction
industry will be back with full force.
The joint event was structured to have a four-tracked online
interactive Conference comprising of a series of webinars/
presentations on issues concerning 20 essential streams
of construction industry. These included online interactive
workshops from equipment manufacturers highlighting their
products and services, online interactive workshops from
Project owners, highlighting project details, online interactive
workshops from consultants, and online training programmes
on trenchless/allied fields.
There was also a digital exhibition on event portal comprising
of display of company video/presentation, live interactive
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live interactive multi-channel digital booths for project site/

A selection of internationally equipment manufacturing plant/allied locations and live
renowned industry names interactive chat rooms. Furthermore, during the event, four
presented on various aspects important IndSTT Publications were released online. The most
of Trenchless Technology at
No-Dig India 2020.
important of all was the launch of Trenchless educational portal
for training and education through the conversion of the ICW-NDIS
Portal from event portal to educational portal.
Event Background
The COVID pandemic has presented substantial challenges
to construction industry in several ways wherein immense
restrictions and preventive measures have become essential
for protecting the health and safety of construction workers
and existing buried infrastructure. These restrictions have
increased the difficulty levels of operation on one hand, but have
also created opportunities for development and application of
trenchless methods to overcome them. Trenchless Technology
provides methods, systems, and working procedures for a minimal
human intervention in subsurface construction activities. It
naturally helps in achieving adequate protections for all concerned
and is an important tool for meeting HSE needs in the hands of
construction industry stakeholders.
In these trying times, it is essential that the trenchless industry
stakeholders should stand together to meet the challenges
posed by COVID, and present viable solutions to construction
industry. Needless to say, owing to growing business volumes,
these actions would also help trenchless stakeholders, to
advance trenchless applications, thereby gaining through this
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To achieve such results, networking of trenchless solution

providers with other construction industry players is essential.
To meet this objective, IndSTT, the leading organisation
promoting trenchless technology in India, hosted the No-Dig
India Show 2020 – Digital Conference & Exhibition on Trenchless
Technology Applications in the Post COVID World.
No-Dig India Show 2020 had eight main sessions for
underground construction topics starting with the inaugural
session where several leading professionals, both from India
as well as abroad, delivered the welcome and inaugural notes.
Prominent amongst them were Dr Mohammad Najafi, Director
of CUIRE, and Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington,
who delivered the welcome note. The Keynote address was
delivered by Dr Tom Iseley, Professor at Purdue University.
Subsequently the sessions were focused on different topics
of interest that included No-Dig India Show 2020 Addresses,
Investigations for trenchless Projects, an IKT Workshop, an
NASTT Workshop, Post COVID Trenchless Rehabilitation, and
Safety Training for Trenchless Operator for Post COVID World.
The event concluded with the valedictory session. Details about
these sessions and their deliberations could be seen on the
event portal www.icw-ndis2020.com.
Publications
During the show IndSTT released four important manuals, as
has been the practice at IndSTT for every No-Dig India Show.
This year it released revised editions of four existing IndSTT
Publications. These included Standard General Condition of
Contracts for Construction Contract Employing Trenchless
Technology 2020, Guidelines for Applications of Special
Conditions of Contract in Construction Contract Employing
Trenchless Technology 2020, Schedule of Rates for Construction
“No-Dig India Show Contracts Employing Trenchless Technology 2021, and Site
2020 was a large and Investigations for Trenchless Projects. These books also serve
as instructions /training manuals for various INDSTT training
successful online programmes enhancing their importance.
interactive event that No-Dig India Shows are the flagship annual events of INDSTT
was able to gather about and each year they are growing. In order to enhance the
14,000 delegates and effects of event further IndSTT jointly with CIDC has decided to
retain the ICW-NDIS 2020 portal working till February 2021, so
visiting registrants... It that the messages and presentations made during the event
showed to the world could be available to more individuals and the benefits of the
deliberations could be maximised. The portal can be accessed
that the industry is alive at https://www.icw-ndis2020.com/icwweb/index.html. IndSTT
and kicking and that invites interested persons to consider visiting the portal and
soon the construction benefit from the knowledge contained therein.
industry will be back
www.icw-ndis2020.com/icwweb/index.html
with full force.”

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2021 November 16-17 (NEW DATE) Trenchless Asia 2020

featuring the ISTT International No-Dig
March 3-4 AUSJET21 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Melbourne, Australia. Details from: www.trenchlessasia.com
Details from: http://ausjetconnect.com.au/
March 28 April 1 NASTT 2021 No-Dig Show
Orlando, Florida.
Details from: www.nastt.org/events/nastt-2021-
2022
no-dig-show-orlando-fl/ May 30-June 3 IFAT 2022
Munich, Germany.
April 19-25 RO-KA-TECH 2021 Details from: https://www.ifat.de/en
Kessel, Germany. Details from: www.vdrk.de
June 17-24 North American Tunneling Conference
April 20-23 bauma CONEXPO INDIA (NAT) 2022
Delhi, India. Details from: www.bcindia.com Philadelphia, USA.
Details from: http://natconference.com/
May 5 No-Dig Roadshow 2021
Glasgow, Scotland. May Trenchless Asia 2022
Details from: www.nodiglive.co.uk/glasgow- Manila, Philippines
roadshow-2021
October 3-5 No-Dig Helsinki 2022
May 31-June 1 Trenchless Middle East 2021 Helsinki, Finland
Dubai, UAE. Details from: www.nodighelsinki.com
Details from: www.trenchlessmiddleeast.com
June 13-16 RETC
Las Vegas, USA. Details from: www.retc.org
June 15-17 No-Dig Live 2021
Peterborough, UK.
Details from: www.nodiglive.co.uk
Includes on 16 June the UKSTT Gala Dinner and
Awards ceremony
June 16 1st European No-Dig Conference
Peterborough, UK. In conjunction with No-Dig Live
2021 Details from: www.nodiglive.co.uk
If you have an event, course or
meeting scheduled and would
June 16 Trenchless Romania
Bucharest, Romania. like to add it to this listing
Details from: http://trenchless-romania.com/ please forward details to:
June 20-24 Singapore International Water Week [email protected]
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
Details from: www.siww.com.sg
October 5-8 No-Dig Down Under
Sydney, Australia
Details from: www.nodigdownunder.com
October 13-14 8th NSTT No-Dig Event
Nijkerk, The Netherlands.
Details from: www.no-dig-event.com

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