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Learn the basics about proven grouting for sanitary sewer systems. Considered by some to be the first trenchless technology, it continues to evolve to eliminate infiltration, stabilize systems and rehabilitate sewer lines. Learn more at nassco.org or sewergrouting.com
Sam Hunt of Madewell Products Corp. presents that when looking to make a reduction in overall collection system inflow and infiltration (I&I), one of the most cost‐effective approaches can be through the rehabilitation of manholes and other collection structures.
Watch the full I&I ElimiNATION Workshop playlist here: I&I ElimiNATION Workshop
This is the fourth video in the Underground Construction 75th anniversary series to recognize the industry and its members who have dedicated their lives to the work within it.
John Struzziery is the director of wastewater operations and assistant director of public works for the Town of Hull, Massachusetts.
To read more about Underground Construction's 75th Anniversary, visit https://ucononline.com/75th-anniversary
Lee Haessig of Cretex Specialty Products discusses presents a range of “devices” that can be used to stop inflow and infiltration in existing sanitary sewer manholes as well as prevent it in new manholes. These “devices” are proven to be cost-effective and relatively easy to install for contractors and sewer maintenance personnel.
Watch the full I&I ElimiNATION Workshop playlist here: I&I ElimiNATION Workshop
Jim Shelton, PE of Arcadis presents the importance of selecting technologies that work together to seal out I&I for a definable timeline. No single technology will achieve this and understanding how to couple technologies is key to achieving significant I&I reductions.
Watch the full I&I ElimiNATION Workshop playlist here: I&I ElimiNATION Workshop
Britt N. Babcock, PE of Avanti International presents how infiltration is relentless. Left unaddressed, infiltration will continue to overwhelm system assets which can lead to costly emergency repairs or total system failure.
The solution? The most economical way to stop infiltration in structurally sound pipes is with injection grouts.
Watch the full I&I ElimiNATION Workshop playlist here: I&I ElimiNATION Workshop
Robert O'Dette, PE describes the application of NPDES permit language unique to the State of Tennessee relative to self‐imposed moratoriums and the metrics used to remove a permittee from a moratorium. The cost and consequences of I/I are also discussed using the evaluation metrics which include project life cycle cost analyses.
Watch the full I&I ElimiNATION Workshop playlist here: I&I ElimiNATION Workshop

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