October 2014

SEWER/WATER: HIGH RIVER REBUILDS
AFTER DEVASTATING FLOOD

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HUMAN SIDE: GIVE AND RECEIVE

FEEDBACK THE RIGHT WAY
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SEWER/WATER: Rocky
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High River Water & Utility Services helps lead the town to recovery after a
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SEWER/WATER: Working as One
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FROM THE EDITOR: Perseverance
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Utilities face different challenges, but the best are unified in their approach to
getting the job done.
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PERSEVERANCE
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FROM THE EDITOR
Utilities face different challenges, but the best are

unified in their approach to getting the job done
The towns utility shops were

destroyed, along with a dozen service vehicles and many lift stations,
and the entire sanitary system was
offline. Every free pump in the province and some from other provinces
were brought in to remove more
than 2 billion gallons of water from
the town.
The utility department, meanwhile, concentrated on maintaining
the water treatment and distribution
system and engineering the reconstruction of the wastewater system.
he three profiles in this issue

of MSW tell very different stories. From rebuilding after devastating floods in High River, Alberta,
to testing out cutting edge technology in Moline, Ill., and focusing on
cooperation and strong asset management in Pleasant Prairie, Wis., these
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The distribution system became

operational within about 10 days of
the flood, but the sewer system was
in bad shape. Inspection showed sections as long as 5 meters where no
pipe remained. The focus shifted
to rapid replacement.
Today, about three-quarters of
the towns downtown sewage system
has been replaced and returning
businesses have been reconnected
to service. The scale of the flood was
matched only by the scale of the
effort and cooperation needed to
get the systems flowing again.
In Moline, Ill., the water system
dates back to the 1870s. Water mains
must withstand changes in temperature from 33 to 90 degrees F and,
in order to transmit water from the
lowest parts of the city, an initial
water pressure of 110 psi is required.
The old cast-iron mains are prone
to heavy tuberculation and specific
sections experienced repeated service failures and were responsible
for severe water discoloration.
The utility wanted to rehabilitate these sections, but didnt want
to interrupt service for a prolonged
period or incur the high cost of running a bypass line to customers. A
local contractor recommended a
new technology capable of preparing the pipes for lining the same
day. The Tomahawk system from
Envirologics was able to clear out
the tuberculation with air-driven
aggregate and leave the pipe dry so
it could be lined immediately.
The job didnt compare to
rebuilding an entire collections system, but it was a great success
nonetheless.
In Pleasant Prairie, success has
come from a progressive, proactive
approach to asset management.
After the economic crisis of 2008,

the utility needed to make all its processes more productive and responsive, while spending fewer dollars.
Crews do most work in-house,
including sewer system inspection,
cleaning and repair. Older clay pipes
are being relined, and the utility is
planning to reline laterals when the
main lines are completed. They are
using sonic testing equipment to find
leaks in water lines, along with checking sumps in basements while utility
staff members are on the property.
Of all the advancements and
improvements in technology, the villages asset management system has
had the biggest impact. But officials
say the key to that success goes
beyond technology and is really a
result of the cooperation between
the utility and the village IT department. Asset management software
was first implemented in the solid
waste department and then added
to water and wastewater. Staff members have worked together to customize the system, which has resulted
in huge efficiency gains, allowing the
utility to do more with less.
All of these utilities have different stories to tell, but the effort to
rebuild, willingness to improve practices through new technology, and
desire to improve efficiency through
a proactive approach to maintenance and management are all good
examples of how to generate success in your own utility.
I hope you can take something
from each of these stories and use it
to improve your own operations.
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ROCKY
MOUNTAIN
RENAISSANCE
High River Water & Utility Services helps lead the
town to recovery after a devastating flood in June 2013
By Peter Kenter
eavy rains struck southern

Alberta on June 19, 2013,
compounded with a sudden release of heavy snowmelt from
the Rocky Mountains. The provincial government labeled the resulting flood the worst in Alberta
history. While Calgary was paralyzed,
the Town of High River, about 20
miles to the south, was completely
evacuated as the Highwood River
flooded its banks.
I was awoken at 4:35 a.m. on
the morning of June 20, by a phone
call from the director of emergency
management, says Jason Craigie,
manager of operational services with
the Town of High River. At 5:05 the
entire operations staff was at the
shop. Were all versed in high-water
event protocol and we went about
our business, placing sandbags in
strategic locations, deploying pumps
and calling in vacuum trucks in addition to the towns Vactor 2100 to
help dewater the collection system.
Personnel were also monitoring key
lift stations and other critical infra-
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structure. By 5:30 a.m. it was evident

that this was not going to be a normal flood. Our previous recordbreaker occurred in 2005 and the
peak flow was estimated at 850 cubic
feet per second. This time we were
seeing 1,800 cfs. It was a tsunami of
mud and silt.
By 7:30 a.m., the town entered
full-out disaster mode. Waterworks
staff had sandbagged the towns water
treatment plant along the river with
a 6-foot berm, just in time to avert
the flood. It was too late, however,
to protect the main lift station the
largest of 13 which was inundated
by raging water. Operators were soon
ordered to abandon their respective lift stations as it became obvious that pumping the wet wells was
a losing battle. The vacuum trucks
brought in to maintain lift stations
were diverted to search and rescue
of residents.
Evacuation ordered
All of the citys 13,000 residents
were ordered to evacuate and I
The June 2013 Highwood River flood in High River, Alberta, caused severe
infrastructure damage and left most of the town under water. (Photographs
courtesy of the Town of High River)
instructed the remaining staff to

evacuate as well, says Craigie. The
water came so quickly over land that
there was nothing we could do. The
only thing we might have done differently is to evacuate sooner.
Treatment facility supervisor
Chad Moore evacuated the main lift
station and found a heavy hauler to
drive him back to the water plant,
which was powered by a backup CAT
generator. He and fellow operator

Colin Andrews refused to evacuate
throughout the flood, even after
automated systems failed and the
plant had to be run manually.
I called Chad and told him that
a helicopter would evacuate him if
necessary, says Craigie. All of the
towns 12 shallow ground supply
wells were already underwater and
out of operation. We couldnt bring
PROFILE:
Water & Utility
Services, Town of
High River, Alberta
YEAR UTILITY
ESTABLISHED:
1984
CUSTOMERS SERVED:
13,000 population
AREA SERVED:
5.5 square miles

DEPARTMENT STAFF:
12
INFRASTRUCTURE:
Water: 63 miles; Sewer: 61

miles
ANNUAL DEPARTMENT
OPERATING BUDGET:
$2.4 million
ASSOCIATIONS:
American Water Works

Association, Alberta Water
& Wastewater Operators
Association, American Public
Works Association, Western
Canada Water
WEBSITE:
www.highriver.ca/index.php/en/
site-administrator/departments/
water-and-utility-services/
water-and-waste-water
Crews construct the new West

Town Dike to guard against future
floods along the Highwood River in
High River, Alberta. (Photographs
courtesy of the Government of
Alberta)
them online because the turbidity

of the water would have taken out
the plant. We couldnt risk depressurizing the system, so the plan was
to maintain pressure in the distribution system, shut down outside
users and protect the 3.5-milliongallon water supply in the reservoir.
Fire flows needed to be maintained,
but we turned down water pressure
to help decrease usage. Residential
curb stops were shut off, but many
were buried under a foot of silt. In
many cases, the culprit in the homes
was dislocated washing machines,
floating in the basement.
Craigie also had to make the
tough decision to shut off water to
the towns largest employer, a meatpacking plant belonging to Cargill
Canada.
As the water plants diesel supplies dwindled, the utility attempted
to deliver fuel by both tanker and
boat. One of the towns largest wheel
loaders was eventually pressed into
service and managed to get close
enough to the berm to deliver cans

of fuel.
The emergency operations center itself was soon abandoned and
relocated as waist-deep water poured
into downtown.
Silt accumulates
Due to high turbidity readings,
a boil-water advisory was put into
effect. Silt had accumulated in the
water treatment plants backwash
pipe. Canadian Armed Forces personnel helped to flush the backwash
pipe and assisted utility staff in
assessing the condition of generators in the lift stations.
On June 21, town staff members
were able to fully assess the damage,
using a hotel parking lot as emergency headquarters.
It was surreal, Craigie says.
The skies were filled with helicop-
ters and we heard the whistling of

gas leaks across town. Roads were
littered with cars, silt and debris and
were impassable using anything less
than loaders and graders. Trucks
were resting on top of hydrants,
while some of the hydrants had been
completely sheared off. Lift stations
had been destroyed. The entire sanitary system was offline.
In addition, power and phone
service were out and the local railroad tracks were torn up and cast
aside. The towns utility shops had
been destroyed along with a dozen
fleet vehicles, while the town hall
was entirely offline. Even the local
hospital was soon evacuated.
Flooding covered almost 60 percent of the community. While some
neighborhoods were underwater, an
entire lake had formed in the northeast corner of town.
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Left: Much of the clay pipe in downtown High Rivers collection system
was completely destroyed in the 2013
flood. Those lines were replaced with
PVC. Water mains in the area were
also replaced. Above: Chad Porux of
Ridgeline Electrical completes work on
the final new lift station.
Rescue and evacuation efforts

concentrated on people and pets
while crews worked to remove more
than 40,000 tons of flood debris
from 5,000 homes. Every free pump
in the province and some from
beyond worked to remove more
than 2 billion gallons of water from
the town.
and deliver sewage out of town.
A call to arms
Maintaining the system

The utility department, meanwhile, concentrated on maintaining
the water treatment and distribution
system and engineering the renaissance of the wastewater system.
After ensuring the water treatment plant was secure, we started
with the main lift station, recalls
Craigie. Its the largest and the last
one that conveys sewage to the wastewater treatment plant, so without that
station, none of the remaining lift
stations that still functioned had a
destination to pump to. Just to get

to the lift station we had to fight
through 4 feet of muddy water and
floating debris. The 30-foot-deep dry
well, which houses the pumps, was
completely filled with floodwater and
all of the pumps were submerged.
Employing diesel pumps, the station was dewatered and inspected.
While the pumps themselves were
operational, the electric motors had

been disabled.
We found a company in Calgary, Continental Electric, that could
bake out the motor and perform a
24-hour rewind of the coil, says
Craigie. We had the main lift station up and running five days after
the flood and we began to pump
the water out of the sanitary system
High Rivers sewer and water staff includes (from left) utility technician Mark Merideth, utility locator
Latisha Mahon, utilities supervisor Gary Henry, utility technician Colin Andrews, treatment facilities
supervisor Chad Moore, treatment technician Kevin Grant, equipment operator 3 Kelly Janzen, Public
Works manager Jason Craigie, operator Brandon Staley, operator Jake Moore and operator Stephen Parkin.
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A call for both collection and

distribution operators was answered
by professionals from across the
province.
Some were sent to the water
treatment plant to assist, while others flushed the water distribution
system and assisted with flushing
the silt out of the sanitary system,
says Craigie.
However, much of the towns
older section was served by a clay
tile system. In some cases, flushing
the pipes further damaged them.
The distribution system became
operational within about 10 days
of the flood. A subsequent leak
detection survey by Echologics
employed the companys digital correlators to locate flood-related leaks
in water pipes.
Some of the water pipe damage was simply caused by the hydraulic pressure placed on them by the
floodwaters above, notes Craigie.
The utility used its RIDGID
SeeSnake to tally the final damage
to downtown sewer lines.
CCTV inspection showed that
we now had as much as 5-meter runs
with no pipe left, Craigie says. A
10-year plan to revitalize those sewers and replace clay with PVC had
already been ongoing since 2009.
The emergency escalated the program to one of rapid replacement.
Five lift stations were completely
destroyed after their equipment sat
BUSINESS AS USUAL
During the worst flood in High River, Albertas history, the towns
utility department wore two hats, attending to emergency functions
while continuing day-to-day operations.
We had two separate accounts one for emergency funding
through our flood recovery office and another for normal operations,
says Jason Craigie, manager of operational services with the Town of
High River. The provincial and federal governments took care of most
everything that was related to the emergency. To date, the province of
submerged for two weeks. A thorough assessment

showed that it would be cheaper to rebuild them,
with generators now relocated above potential flood
levels. Generators were also relocated on two stations that suffered less overall damage. All lift stations were operational by May 2014.
Flooding also destroyed approximately 80 percent of High Rivers water meters. The town is currently tendering a contract to replace them with
flood-proof models.
Alberta has directed $87 million for flood reparations and $10.3
million for berming.
While staff members are still putting in some long days, emergency
hours are a thing of the past.
As part of our regular capital upgrade plan, we just completed the
construction of three new wells our first major, regularly scheduled
project, says Craigie. It was good to be back on the normal calendar
again. Our staff is craving it.
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Some residents are still returning to town, and
some businesses havent yet fully re-opened, says Craigie. But the town will come back. Looking at all weve
achieved, it struck me that water and wastewater operators are simply a different breed. The men and women
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A
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Second-generation
Depth Ray from
Eldredge Equipment
takes variables out of
level monitoring
John Eldredge Jr., right, manager

of Eldredge Equipment Services
Depth Ray division, discusses
the unit with an Expo attendee
during the 2014 event. (Photo by
Craig Mandli)
By Craig Mandli
everal years ago, John Eldredge

Sr., the owner of Eldredge
Equipment Services, and his
son, John Jr., were growing increasingly frustrated with the technology
on the market for determining
depth in tanks of their fleet of vacuum trucks. So the pair took matters into their own hands, developing
the Depth Ray liquid level monitoring and control system. The duo
used the 2014 Pumper & Cleaner
Environmental Expo International,
the companys first as a stand-alone
exhibitor, to introduce the second
generation model of the unit.
We just needed a solution that
would work for us, says John Jr.
Wed used rods and float balls in
the past, but they werent accurate
in thick liquid and can get stuck up
with rags, strings, grease and other
debris. The Depth Ray eliminates
that problem.
The unit can operate in vacuum
or pressure, or in heavy material in
mobile or stationary tanks. It contains no rods or floats and is constructed of chemical-resistant
components. It features a wireless
remote and optional controls for
valves and alarms, and is unaffected
by most foam or density. It can be
installed in any tank or container
and exceeds DOT requirements.
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The unit actually sends a radar

pulse from its antenna to the surface of the material being measured,
then back to the antenna, says John
Jr. Taking the time interval for that
radar pulse to return equates to the
level reading. The unit is accurate
to 1/10th of an inch.
The Depth Ray radar system was
extensively tested by Eldredge
Equipment, at first being put to use
in lined tankers in hydrofluoric acid
service. The system allowed the com-
modity purchased from the generator, it is critical the operator

accurately knows the amount of gallons of grease being loaded.
When you drive a vacuum truck,
that load in the vacuum tank is your
livelihood, says John Jr. Its important to know exactly how much material is in your tank.
Accuracy depends on the calibration chart supplied by the customer or the tank manufacturer.
The tests Eldredge has done indi-
When you drive a vacuum truck, that load in the

vacuum tank is your livelihood. Its important to
know exactly how much material is in your tank.
John Eldredge Jr.
pany to eliminate the primary shutoff system, as its setpoint control
relays are used to control a primary
shut-off valve, preventing overfill.
The unit underwent testing in
our fleet in the hydrofluoric acid,
waste oil, waste solvent, gasoline and
caustic service trucks for more than
two years, says John Jr. We wanted
to hold back on offering them to
the tank truck industry until we had
completed our testing. The system
was also tested for fleets that haul
yellow grease with vacuum tanks
ranging in size from 300 to 4,000
gallons. Since yellow grease is a com-
cate it can read within 7 gallons in

a 3,600-gallon used-oil collection
tank truck. It is not affected by foam
or product density. Because it is noncontacting, it is also ideal for use
with volatile liquids.
There was a need in the industry to be able to measure hazardous
waste that could eat away other contact-type systems, says John Jr.
The latest-generation system
offers an enclosed eight-figure digital display, LED alarm and alert
lamps embedded in the circuit
board, push buttons mounted on
the enclosure that ensure weather-
tightness, an LED auxiliary input signal on lamp, auxiliary system

option for 12-volt input signals from
devices like onboard scales, and a
feedback confirmation LED lamp
indicating a valve or auxiliary system has physically operated.
Options include four compartment level displays, or the option
to interconnect up to four additional
tanks to a single display enclosure;
the ability to set and override valve
optional equipment setpoint controls like valve closure and PTO controls; and a timer feature to reset
the override. The companys Remote
Monitoring and Control Unit provides wireless remote tank level and
system control up to 500 feet from
the mounted display enclosure.
The response at the Expo was
overwhelming at times, according
to John Jr. We talked to a lot of
truck manufacturers that were very
excited about the potential of this
technology, he says. We gathered
some ideas that well take back and
try to work with for the future. This
is certainly a technology that wed
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including permanent solar-powered
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FOCUS: WATER
Moline Public Works and Envirologics

crew members set up the waterless
Tomahawk cleaning system to clear
tuberculation from a section of cast
iron water main. (Photo by Moline
Public Works Department)
DRY
RUN
By Peter Kenter
ike many utilities, the Public

Works Department of the City
of Moline, Ill., is investigating
new technology to address old problems. In fall 2013, the utility took on
the challenge of cleaning a tuberculated water main and lining it in a single day, with only a 12-hour interruption
in water service. Its choice of technology: a one-two punch offering the first
U.S. demonstration of the Tomahawk,
an air-driven abrasives cleaning technology, followed closely by 3M Companys Scotchkote Liner 2400.
Greg Swanson, utilities general
manager with the City of Moline, has
worked for the city since 1977. A selfdescribed old school talent, hes
worked his way up the ladder on an
enthusiasm for work and mechanical
aptitude. Distribution manager Tony
Loete has worked for the city since
1990, leveraging organizational skill to
manage a growing portfolio of responsibilities that now includes customer
service, metering and utility billing.
Were facing the same challenges
across the country, Swanson says.
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Moline, Ill., implements the countrys first application

of dry abrasive water pipe cleaning in an ongoing
effort to do more for less
Were all stretching our skills and
budgets to do more with less.
The city is located near the IowaIllinois border, about halfway between
Des Moines and Chicago. Its bordered
by the Mississippi River to the north
and the Rock River to the south. The
water system originated circa 1875
when sawmills in the area created a
fire suppression system drawing water
from the Mississippi and employing
cast-iron mains. By the 1890s, a municipal water system developed in the area
with water also drawn from the
Mississippi.
Whats interesting about our
water treatment system is that weve
employed lime softening since about
1950, which is somewhat unusual for
surface water treatment, Swanson says.
It reduces calcium and magnesium
levels in finished water and enhances
the performance of our clarifiers.
The Mississippi can turn from
drought to surplus in the space of a
year. While conservation efforts have
paid off, the city faces the typical conundrum posed by fixed costs and declin-
ing water consumption, with water rates

climbing to cover lost revenue.
Pipes take punishment

The citys water mains must withstand changes in temperature from
33 to 90 degrees F and, in order to
transmit water from the lowest parts
of the city, an initial water pressure of
110 psi is required to achieve a delivery pressure of 45 psi at the citys highest elevations in the bluffs. While the
system experiences an average of 35
water main breaks per year, the frigid
weather of winter 2013 more than doubled that number.
Were asking a lot of our pipes,
says Loete. While the oldest pipes in
the distribution system are cast iron,
its the thinner cast-iron pipes manufactured and installed following WWII
that give us the greatest number of
water main breaks. In the 1970s, the
city moved from cast iron to ductile
iron, which is the only type of pipe we
install now. With an expected service
life of 100 years, we believe ductile
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PROFILE:
Public Works,
City of Moline, Ill.
YEAR UTILITY
ESTABLISHED:
1883
CUSTOMERS SERVED:
44,000 population;
16,800 water accounts
AREA SERVED:
16.7 square miles

DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Water: 32; Wastewater: 26

INFRASTRUCTURE:
Water: 237 miles;

Wastewater: 208 miles
ANNUAL DEPARTMENT
OPERATING BUDGET:
Water: $10.3 million;

Wastewater: $9.5 million
ASSOCIATIONS:
American Water Works

Association, Water Environment Federation, Illinois
Water Environment Association, Illinois Association of
Wastewater Agencies
WEBSITE:
www.moline.il.us/index.
aspx?nid=97
Above: Administrative assistant

Susan Grau (seated) and Jen McKay,
utility billing and GIS technician, look
over a water distribution map at the
administrative offices of the Moline
Water Division. Middle: Randy
Moritz (left) and Tony Loete discuss
GPS coordinates for a water project
Moritz was recording in Moline.
(Photography by Mark Hirsch)
Below: The Tomahawk system is
connected to a segment of water
main in an entry pit that was also
used for lining the pipe. (Photo by
Moline Public Works Department)
GIS mapping began in 2002,

employing Esri ArcGIS software, and
is now substantially complete following efforts by in-house staff and a
series of interns assigned to the task.
Its one of our proudest achievements, says Loete.
The utility conducts an in-house
leak detection program employing an
Itron DigiCorr digital leak noise correlator. A mechanic assigned to the task
completes a thorough sweep of the
citys water mains each year but concentrates on the oldest areas of town
still served by the thinner cast iron.
A conservative approach
offers the best long-range value and
lowest life cycle costs.
The city is the home of John
Deere, and the department is no
stranger to the brand, with three Deere
backhoes at its disposal and an equal
number available from other city
departments. On the wastewater side,
Moline fields two Vactor jet/vac trucks,
which perform double duty as hydroexcavators for the water department.
In-house crews handle most of the
emergency repair work, while outside
contractors handle larger replacement projects.
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Moline takes a conservative

approach to novel pipe remediation
technologies but was willing to try
something new in five locations with
heavily tuberculated 6-inch cast-iron
pipe installed in the mid-1950s. These
five sections of pipe totaling about
1,440 feet had experienced repeated
service failures and were responsible
Top Right: A Vactor 7500 pulls the grit
from the Tomahawk system through a
section of water main. (Photo by
Moline Public Works Department)
Right: Joe Sammon (left) and Ryan
Rangel use a truck-mounted hydraulic
valve operator to exercise a valve.
(Photo by Mark Hirsch)
for severe water discoloration.

We wanted to remove the tuberculation but realized we also needed
to line the unlined pipes, Swanson
says. The pipes were at dead-end sections and there wasnt enough water
consumption to create much movement, so we wanted to place a barrier
between the water and the raw castiron surface.
The utility wanted to avoid the
high cost and service disruption of a
pipeline bypass to customers during
two remediation procedures. Pipe
remediation contractor 3M recommended that Moline use patent-pending technology provided by Canadian
subcontractor Envirologics Engineering Inc. of Bracebridge, Ontario.
Envirologics would use its waterless Tomahawk system to clear out the
tuberculation with air-driven aggregate and leave the pipe dry so that 3M
could move in quickly with its Scotchkote Liner 2400 pipe lining system,
Loete says. With both technologies
used together we hoped we could
achieve a same-day return to service
for each of five pipe segments.
Abrasives restore pipe

The Tomahawk system scours
deteriorated pipes using abrasives and
a high-volume, low-pressure air
stream, which also dries pipes to prepare them for lining. The grit is
driven by vacuum supplied by a standard vacuum truck and can restore
up to 450 feet of pipe at a time.
Envirologics had previously
worked with 3M-certified contractors
in several Canadian cities, including
Saint John, New Brunswick, where the
Tomahawk removed bitumen tar and
tuberculation from city pipes in preparation for lining.
We met with Greg and Tony and
others in Moline who wanted to know
about our process and to see how dry
we could leave the pipes before lining, says Brian Thorogood, program
manager with Envirologics. We
needed a vacuum source and Moline
offered a Vactor 7500 to supply the
pipe vacuum, which eliminated the
cost of bringing in our own unit.
Envirologics supplied the grit
sealed bags of triple-washed granite,
crushed to between 1/4 and 5/8 of
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an inch in diameter, screened, then

heated to 600 degrees F to ensure the
material is bacteria free.
3M required a 4-by-6-foot launch
pit, which Envirologics employed to
access the main.
We required a 3-foot section to
be cut from the pipe so we could introduce the grit into a closed system using
our blower, says Kevin Lillie, field
operations manager with Envirologics. We CCTVed the line segment in
about 10 minutes, then introduced
the material into the pipe under vacuum. The cleaning is most effective
at the vacuum end so we clean the
pipe twice, once from each end.
Severe tuberculation
However, the tuberculation was
so severe that Lillie upgraded the grit
to a larger diameter halfway through
the cleaning.
We try to be prepared for everything, so we already had a supply of
larger grit handy, he says. That thoroughly cleaned the pipe.

Loete notes that the utility was
concerned that the vacuum truck
would fill up with grit and require
off-loading part-way through the
cleaning process.
Our fears were unfounded, he
says. Its a dry system so there was
just grit going in, not liquid. The truck
was filled to less than half its capacity by the end of the day.
3M followed closely after, applying its trenchless pipe resurfacing
technology directly to the newly
cleaned and dry pipe interior.
We were really happy with the
results, Loete says. Water service was
restored by evening.
An analysis of the grit revealed iron
and calcium in addition to the granite,
rendering the load safe for landfill.
The entire project was set to take
five days, but a slight delay on the
final pipe segment extended the
project to six.
Improving the
process
As team players, both
Moline and Envirolog- A heavily tuberculated cast iron water main before
ics were able to suggest and after being cleaned with the Tomahawk system
and lined with Scotchkote Liner 2400.
minor improvements to
the Tomahawk process
Swanson declares the project an
that is now being implemented.
Initially, we were using differoverall success.
ent fittings for the vacuum truck and
We achieved our goal of a samethe blower, which had to be switched
day return to service in a pipe that
as we reversed direction, says Lilwas free of tuberculation, he says. We
lie. Theyre now identical, which
are now providing quality water to cuscuts the setup time even further.
tomers in that part of the city. F
Swanson also notes that some fine
grit migrated into service lines, requirFEATURED
ing a few finicky faucets to be disassembled and flushed by the utilitys
PRODUCTS
plumbers.
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3M
so that we open the hose bib on the
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house and pull air out through the
service connection to ensure that no
grit remains behind, Thorogood says.
Members of the Moline Water Division
team include (front row, from left) water
distribution mechanic Roel Martinez,
water distribution mechanic Nick
Simpson, water distribution mechanic
Randy Moritz, water distribution
mechanic Roel Martinez, water
distribution mechanic Joe Sammon,
water distribution worker Rich
Garnette, utility plumber Pat Newell,
water distribution manager Tony Loete
and water distribution operator Bobby
Cantu. Back: water distribution
operator George Porumb and water
distribution mechanic Nick Posateri.
GRADING YOURSELF
Instead of hiring an outside consultant to develop a system to
grade its water distribution infrastructure, the Public Works
Department of the City of Moline, Ill., decided to develop its own
in-house grading methodology.
Were allocating $1.25 million per year to our water main
replacement program, says Tony Loete, distribution manager
with the City of Moline. Developing an objective method to
determine how much we get done for that is important.
Billed the Grass Roots Grading Scale, the system was developed
entirely by staff. Grading is applied as follows:
A = Infrastructure meets or exceeds current standards, is highly
reliable and efficient and consistently achieves operational goals.
B = Infrastructure meets current standards, is reliable and
efficient and typically achieves operational goals.
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C = Infrastructure meets most current standards, is generally

reliable, is somewhat inefficient and creates occasional operational difficulties.
D = Infrastructure meets some current standards, is relatively
unreliable and inefficient and creates frequent operational difficulties.
F = Infrastructure does not meet current standards, is highly
unreliable and inefficient and consistently fails to achieve operational goals.
According to the grading system applied with the assistance of
an outside engineering firm, the citys water treatment plant,
pumping station, ground storage tanks and water meters rate an
A. Its elevated storage tanks and fire hydrants rate a B.
However, just because we developed the grading system,
doesnt mean that we went easy on ourselves, says Utilities
General Manager Greg Swanson. Our water distribution system
currently earns a C-. A rating system is only as good as how
honestly you apply it.
THE HUMAN SIDE
DONT BITE THE HAND

OF FEEDBACK
Understanding how to give and receive criticism will
generate productive conversations and positive results
We invite readers to offer

ideas for this regular column,
designed to help municipal and
utility managers deal with day-today people issues like motivation,
team building, recognition and
interpersonal relationships.
Feel free to share your secrets
for building and maintaining a
cohesive, productive team. Or
ask a question about a specific
issue on which you would like
advice. Call editor Luke Laggis
at 800/257-7222, or email
editor@mswmag.com.
By Ken Wysocky
or many of us, accepting criticism gracefully is a lot like trying to lose weight: Its a great
thing to strive for but difficult to execute in real life. Yet how you react to
criticism (or constructive feedback,
in more positive parlance) is important in many aspects of life, and especially so in the workplace.
When a supervisor finds your
performance lacking, your reaction
goes a long way toward shaping said
supervisors opinion of you as an
employee. Getting angry brands you
as a hothead and can create mistrust. Denial leads to loss of credibility. Shifting blame to others
tarnishes your image as a team
player. Crying paints you as overemotional. Stony silence makes you
appear uncommunicative.
And unfortunately, these reactions are usually the rule, not the
exception, for a host of reasons. For
starters, you may feel the criticism
is unfair. Or you might not respect
the person providing the feedback.
Moreover, in our everyone-gets-atrophy world, many employees
arent used to criticism, experts
note. And from a business-culture
perspective, positive feedback is
more in vogue than negative. In
addition, some poorly managed
employees rarely receive feedback,
except during annual performance
reviews and too many get no
annual review at all.
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The truth is, of course, that

feedback often is bad news, says
Douglas Stone, a lecturer at Harvard Law School and co-author with
Sheila Heen of Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving
Feedback Well (Even When It Is Off-Base,
Unfair, Poorly Delivered and, Frankly,
Youre Not in the Mood). Stone also
teaches negotiation, conflict reso-
So how can managers make

criticism more palatable to employees? Start by establishing a broader
context talking about why feedback is good for employee growth,
he suggests.
It works much better if the feedback giver and receiver first talk
about why feedback is necessary in
order to get better and to learn,
The first move is not to agree or disagree

with criticism but to understand it. For instance,
if a supervisor says youre not assertive enough,
ask what he or she has observed about your
assertiveness, and what would it look like if
you did it differently going forward.
Douglas Stone
lution and communication skills for
the Triad Consulting Group (www.
triadconsultinggroup.com). [Criticism] can feel threatening, especially since we all want to be accepted
the way we are. It destabilizes our
sense of feeling safe and accepted.
As such, its not at all surprising that
wed have negative reaction to it.
Ultimately, it all depends on the
alignment of what the person giving feedback means and what the
person getting the feedback hears,
he continues. If you think negative
feedback is an attack or disrespectful, its hard to get through that.
Stone points out. The biggest challenge is that people give and receive
feedback, but they dont talk about
how to give and receive feedback,
as though theres a rule that says
youre not allowed to talk about it,
which makes no sense at all.
Another problem stems from
misunderstandings over exactly what
the feedback means. Telling someone that theyre not assertive enough
or selfish, for instance, is broad criticism that is subject to interpretation. And until the person being
criticized knows specifically what
those criticisms mean, they cant
make a good decision about how to

accept them, Stone says. Subsequently, providing succinct examples of the offending behavior and
its resulting effects is critical.
Providing regular and timely
feedback is also important. Performance issues, for instance, should
not be addressed just at an annual
review but right away, with periodic
monitoring, assessment and feedback
after that. When you notice something, thats when you should talk
about it, Stone advises. Dont wait
a week or a year to say something.
The problem is that in some ways,
its never a good time to raise issues.
First we think its too soon, then we
wait a few months and figure that
now its been too long theyll wonder why you raised it now.
Another thing to consider:
Theres a significant chasm between
evaluative feedback and coaching
feedback. In the former, a supervisor simply tells an employee that he
or she is good at this and bad at that.
Coaching takes a different approach
by pointing out an issue or shortcoming, but also taking the extra
step of offering suggestions for
improving the situation, and emphasizing that the main interest is helping the employee improve. That way,
the recipient of the criticism feels
like the supervisor is trying to help
rather than just judging, Stone notes.
Too often, feedback givers say,
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Heres the truth, and thats the end

of the conversation, he says.
son giving the feedback. Gain a

deeper sense of perspective.
The onus isnt only on managers and supervisors, however;

employees can also take steps to
accept criticism better and subsequently enhance their standing in
managerial eyes. The best way to
handle criticism is to consider it an
opportunity for learning, Stone says.
Sometimes, however, emotions

take over no matter how much we
try to avoid it. So if you do erupt
with a denial, blame someone else,
retreat in silence or start sobbing
uncontrollably, theres still a chance
to redeem yourself. After things
calm down, apologize to your supervisor and ask for specific examples
or evidence of the undesirable
behavior or performance issue.
Then, if need be, ask for some more
time to ponder the criticism, as
opposed to flying off the handle
again. Then meet again and discuss
things calmly and rationally.
The first move is not to agree

or disagree with criticism but to
understand it, he explains. For
instance, if a supervisor says youre
not assertive enough, ask what he
or she has observed about your assertiveness, and what would it look like
if you did it differently going forward. Then you can have an intelligent conversation about it.
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Again, its not as much about

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If you always blame someone else
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FOCUS: SEWER/WATER
WORKING
AS ONE
Pleasant Prairie fosters cooperation
and strong asset management
among utilities divisions
By Jim Force
Tom Hupp, manager of technical support for the Pleasant Prairie, Wis.,
Department of Public Works, stops to consult with Public Works analyst
Justin Bain. (Photography by Mark Hertzberg)
he water and wastewater utility in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.,

is successful because of
where they are and who they are.
The village draws its water from
and discharges its wastewater to the
neighboring city of Kenosha, located
on the shores of Lake Michigan. The
lake provides an unlimited supply of
freshwater to support the vibrant
industrial and commercial growth in
Pleasant Prairie, situated along I-94
between Milwaukee and Chicago.
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Moreover, the utilitys leadership

and staff are creative and visionary,
adopting the latest in management
technology, making its work processes effective and worker friendly,
and saving money by doing much
of the work in-house.
Weve done some great things
over these last few years, says Public Works Director John Steinbrink
Jr., P.E., reflecting on his utilitys progress since 2010, when its Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources
(WDNR) permits expired and they

closed two small wastewater treatment plants. After the economic crisis of 2008, we needed to make all
our processes more productive. We
had to be more responsive, even
though we had fewer dollars.
The utility
The Pleasant Prairie water and
wastewater utility is part of the villages Public Works Department and
has responsibility for delivering potable water to the communitys customers, and collecting wastewater
and stormwater.
The village purchases about 2.3
mgd with a peak summer demand
of 4.7 mgd from the City of Kenosha, which draws raw water from the
lake and treats it through several processes, including the largest microfiltration system for drinking water
in the United States.
The treated water flows
After the economic crisis of 2008, we needed to make

all our processes more productive. We had to be more
responsive, even though we had fewer dollars.
John Steinbrink Jr., P.E.
through two 24-inch distribution
mains to a 5-million-gallon capacity reservoir located within the village boundaries. This pump station
then moves the water to another
5-million-gallon capacity reservoir
and a series of four elevated storage tanks two with a capacity of
750,000 gallons, one with a
500,000-gallon capacity and one
capable of holding 200,000
gallons.
From there, the water is distrib-
PROFILE:
Pleasant Prairie,
Wis., Water and
Wastewater Utility
FOUNDED:
1992
SERVICE AREA:
Village of Pleasant Prairie,

34 square miles
POPULATION SERVED:
20,000, plus large industrialcommercial base

INFRASTRUCTURE:
2 5-million-gallon freshwater
booster stations and
reservoirs; 4 elevated tanks
with combined capacity
of 2.2 million gallons;
120 miles of water mains;
17 wastewater lift stations; 110
miles of wastewater sewers
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
7 full-time, 4 part-time
ANNUAL OPERATING
BUDGET:
$8.57 million
(includes capital projects)
WEBSITE:
www.pleasantprairieonline.com
uted to about 4,300 connections along

a 118-mile-long distribution system.
Wastewater is collected and
pumped back to Kenosha for treatment through a 110-mile collection
system powered by 17 lift stations.
Through 2010, Pleasant Prairie operated its own treatment facilities
two small package plants that were
nearing the end of their useful life.
Also ending was their WDNR permit that allowed them to discharge
flow across the subcontinental divide
into the Des Plaines River Basin.
Shutting them down was our best
option at the time, Steinbrink says.
The utility is also responsible for
stormwater management. Pleasant
Prairie established the Clean Water
Utility in 2006 to repair and maintain stormwater infrastructure
including storm sewers and catch
basins preserve natural drainage
systems such as streams and vegetative buffers, and build a capital fund
to complete projects and replace
existing infrastructure. The ordinance established stormwater fees
for property owners, based on land
use surface area.
In addition to the villages
20,000 residents, the water and
wastewater utility serves an impressive roster of businesses and industries, including Hospira, ZF
Electronic Systems (formerly Cherry
Electric), Rust-Oleum, ACCO
Brands, Good Foods Group, Fair
Oaks Farms, Sanmina and Honeywell, many located in the thriving
LakeView Corporate Park. In addition, WE Energies operates the coalfired Pleasant Prairie Power Plant
within the utilitys boundaries and
uses utility water to supplement its
own draw from Lake Michigan. A
number of companies like Meijers,
Jelly Belly and Uline have taken
Clockwise from top: A Pleasant Prairie Public Works crew sets up for a sewer
main repair; streets foreman Joe Middleton prepares plans for storm and sanitary
sewer system inspections; utility maintenance worker Mike Behl locates a sewer
lateral for a new building from the control room of the CCTV truck; utility
operator Wyatt Witt excavates a portion of a sewer line; utility maintenance
worker Nathan Wilkinson demonstrates how Public Works employees use
tablets to check work assignments on location.
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Left: Fleet vehicles in the Pleasant Prairie Department of Public Works garage. Right: Utility maintenance workers Dave Schaefer (foreground) and Henry
Nicklas organize equipment and supplies in their work truck on a job site.
advantage of the villages location

in the Milwaukee-Chicago corridor,
and constructed large distribution
centers in Pleasant Prairie, with
plans for more.
Recently, the Niagara bottled
water company announced it would
locate in Pleasant Prairie and will
require another 2 mgd.
Capacity is not an issue in the
village because of another fortunate
development 20 years ago. A large
gas-powered power plant was
planned for this area back in the
90s, explains Steinbrink. The owners were going to use 14 mgd for
cooling water and they built and
paid for the infrastructure to deliver
that flow. The plant was never built,
but they paid for the infrastructure,
giving us a total capacity of around
21 mgd.
Maintaining the system

While Pleasant Prairie may differ from other water and wastewater utilities in some respects, its
water main and sewer line repair
and maintenance requirements are
very similar.
The utilitys manager of technical support Tom Hupp explains
that the village conducts annual
inspection, cleaning and repair of
its sewer system.
In the old section of the com-
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munity, the sewer line consists of 8to 10-inch diameter vitrified clay
pipe, he says. We clean the clay
lines every year and our PVC lines
every other year.
To accomplish that, the utility
owns and operates a pair of combination jet/vac trucks: one Vactor
and one Vac-Con.
In addition, the Pleasant Prairie
team uses an Aries LE3265 Lateral
water it uses, and every drop it discharges back to Kenosha for treatment. Were paying by the gallon
whether its sewer water or rainwater, explains Hupp.
Pleasant Prairie uses sonic testing equipment to find leaks in the
water lines and as part of its well
inspection program checks out
sumps in basements while utility staff
are on the property. Were looking
The goal is to TV 5 percent of the system per year.

We would like to do more, we just
do not have the manpower.
Tom Hupp
Evaluation Lateral Evaluation Television System (LETS) to inspect its
sewers. The goal is to TV 5 percent
of the system per year, says Hupp.
We would like to do more, we just
do not have the manpower.
We monitor for flows that
shouldnt be where they are, he
says. Manholes are also inspected
for integrity.
The clay pipes are being relined
by Visu-Sewer, using cured-in-place
pipe. Steinbrink says the utility is
planning to reline laterals when the
main lines are completed.
I&I is a problem anywhere it
crops up but its especially critical
in Pleasant Prairie, since the utility
is paying Kenosha for every drop of
for any connections to the sanitary

system, Hupp says.
To monitor water usage even
more closely, Pleasant Prairie has
embarked on an automated meter-
ing program, using Sensus Flex Pro

remote-read meters. We have 4,200
meters total, and so far weve
upgraded 1,700 with the new
meters, Steinbrink says. We are in
the process of building a tower that
will enable us to perform hourly
reads residential as well as commercial meters and eventually give
us full AMI [automated meter infrastructure] capability.
Working city
Of all the advancements and
improvements in technology, Steinbrink and Hupp are most proud of
the Cityworks software program the
utility has adopted.
We get much more information, but theres no more paperwork, Steinbrink says. We can track
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People really appreciate straight talk.
Thats the philosophy of Chris Christenson, communications director for the Village
of Pleasant Prairie.
Christenson is responsible for communicating the activities of the village to the public, including the projects of the water and wastewater utility.
When theres bad news, the more direct you are the better, she says. It gives the
public a heads up on whats happening and why, but it also educates them helping them
understand what they might do in the future to help prevent a problem.
As an example, she cites a recent overflow when, after the utility had tried everything
to mitigate the situation, pressure built to the point where a safe release was necessary.
We sent out a press release telling everyone what happened and why, she says.
Press releases are only one of several channels Christenson uses to tell the local
water and wastewater story. Under her direction, the village produces a newsletter and
distributes it in print and electronic versions. The village maintains an informative website, featuring a number of short videos that explain such things as the villages stormwater control program and answers questions about the utility.
She says redundancy in messages is important. The more people see, the more they
tend to pay attention to the message, she says. Redundancy triggers them to look at
the message more closely.
This is especially true with news media, she says. Media people live in the community. They are impacted [by water and wastewater developments] as well. When they
see a message in more than one place, they realize how vital the information is.
She says that has helped the village get the facts out through the local news networks.
Using multiple channels helps get the media more engaged.
lets our people have in the field. Were not using

paper maps anymore either.
According to Cityworks, the program uses service requests, work orders, inspections and projects to track all types of activities and their
associated costs. Cityworks also uses a utilitys GIS
geo-database for asset inventory.
Steinbrink says the key to adopting the new
software was cooperation between the utility and
the village IT department. We started out a couple of years ago and worked with our new IT department head to implement the system. The DPW set
up templates, charts, workflow, and our asset management system. Normally, IT is good at IT, and we
are good at what we do, he says, explaining that
Pleasant Prairie is fortunate the two departments
coordinate very well.
Reflecting his background as a grain and dairy
farmer, Steinbrink insisted that the utility had to
be more productive, and the software program was
the vital link. We started using Cityworks in the
solid waste department, doing routine route work.
The work orders went right to the box; the foreman didnt have to touch them, he says.
Then they made the move to water and wastewater. Steinbrink says the village IT department
was very helpful. Its your software, they said. Set
it up so it works for you.
The workflow has to be effective, he adds. If
it isnt, theyll get frustrated and they wont use it.
Customization and familiarity are important in
the success of software like Cityworks, Steinbrink
and Hupp believe, but so is training.
We have older workers who dont own a computer, and younger people who grew up with computers, explains Steinbrink. Training is critical.
We do it in small bites baby steps. In one sitting,
its how to turn on a computer and how to turn it
off. In another, its how to log on and log off.
These are 15-minute sessions no four-hour
time blocks for us.
When your employees leave the training, they
need to feel like theyve been successful. F
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By Ted DeBoda, P.E.
sewer service industry, and potential

for his or her contribution to further
NASSCOs mission to set standards and
ensure the continued acceptance and
growth of trenchless technologies.
Scholarship recipients get a free, twoday PACP training course.
To encourage more operators to
consider PACP certification, NASSCO
also offers the PACP Scholarship to participants in the Water Environment
Federation (WEF) tOperations Challenge, a highly competitive event that
incorporates portions of PACP training content to expose collection systems operators to standard codes used
to document structural, O&M and construction features and defects in pipelines. The event currently requires
teams of operators to compete in the
repair of a sewer pipeline with live flow
while one operator views and identifies pipeline defects such as fractures
or H2S corrosion in a test format that
ducation is the cornerstone of

NASSCOs mission to set industry standards for the assessment
and rehabilitation of underground infrastructure. In addition to the Pipeline
Assessment Certification and Inspector
Training Certification programs,
NASSCO works to attract new professionals and expand the knowledge of
those already in the trenchless industry
through our scholarship programs.
NASSCOs Jeffrey D. Ralston Memorial Scholarship is available to applicants
currently enrolled in college who are
related to an active NASSCO member.
It is also open to individuals who are
sponsored by NASSCO members and
have worked actively in the industry.
Our newest opportunity, the PACP
Scholarship Program, is also open to
industry professionals who are sponsored by NASSCO members and evaluates applicants on qualities of ethics,
leadership, past work experience in the
Get the EDge
is graded for accuracy. After the repair,

a pressure test is performed to evaluate the quality of the repair.
Each team is sponsored by a WEF
member association or recognized
operator association. Winners are
determined by a weighted point system for five events collection systems,
laboratory, process control, maintenance and safety each designed to
test the diverse skills required for the
operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, their collection systems and laboratories.
Collection system foreman Jacob
Miller of the Bergen Point Wastewater
Treatment Facility in Suffolk County,
N.Y., a participant in the 2013 WEF Operations Challenge, was the first participant to win a PACP Scholarship. Miller
was certified on April 2014 in a class led
by Laurie Perkins, a PACP trainer in the
New England area who is also a national
collections event coordinator for the
Training and Continuing Education Courses
PACP TRAINING
October 6-8, 2014
Marriottsville, MD
Includes Manholes and Laterals!

Trainer: Ted DeBoda
For more information or to register contact Dawn
Jaworski at 410-442-7473 or dawn@nassco.org
October 21-23, 2014

Twinsburg, OH

Trainer: Brandon Conley
For more information or to register contact the
Camera Department at 248-349-0904 or pacp@
dohenycompanies.com
October 28-30, 2014

Honolulu, HI area
November 4, 2014
Marriottsville, MD
October 30-31, 2014

Pittsburgh, PA
ITCP
November 12-13, 2014

Knoxville, TN
PACP User Recertification

Trainer: Ted DeBoda
For more information or to register contact Dawn
Jaworski at 410-442-7473 or dawn@nassco.org
October 2-3, 2014

Cleveland, OH
Manhole Rehabilitation
8:00 am 5:00 pm Day 1 8:00 am 1:00 pm Day 2
Trainer: Tim Back
For more information contact Tim Back at 513-253-8461
or tback@cinci.rr.com
October 15-16, 2014

Cincinnati, OH

A limited number of PACP Recertification seats available Manhole Rehabilitation
8:00 am 5:00 pm Day 1 8:00 am 1:00 pm Day 2
For more information or to register contact Marilyn
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November 3-5, 2014
8:00 am 5:00 pm Day 1 8:00 am 1:00 pm Day 2
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A limited number of PACP Recertification seats available
For more information or to register contact Marilyn
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WEF Operations Challenge.

Miller currently oversees 22 miles
of pipeline. He has quickly recognized
the importance of standards and is
focused on spreading the knowledge
he gained through the PACP Scholarship Program to others in his field.
Finally, NASSCO will be introducing a new scholarship opportunity in
honor of the late David Magill, founder
of Avanti International and longtime
NASSCO member. Mr. Magill attended
Virginia Tech, and the scholarship will
support students enrolled in Virginia
Tech who plan to enter the industry
To learn more or to apply for
NASSCO scholarships, please visit
www.nassco.org. The application
deadline for the Jeffrey D. Ralston
Memorial Scholarship and the PACP
Scholarship Program is Jan. 31, 2015.
The David Magill Scholarship will be
available for application in October
2014. F
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nowing that an underground

asset travels between Point A
and B is not the same as knowing where that asset is as it makes its
way between those two points. True,
the entry and exit manholes are
clues, but the route of travel, its depth
below grade, slope and turns, are only
suggested by the manholes surface
positions and elevations.
Owners must keep track of each
asset segments location for maintenance purposes and to avoid conflicts with new assets, proposed
adjacent installations or nearby
maintenance regardless of who is
undertaking the work.
These issues are concerns for
sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure as well as similar underground
conduits and pipelines. All of these
conduits may be expected to follow
a particular route, at a specific depth
and with defined slope characteristics but actual installation does not
always agree with expectations.
Well documented, described and
archived CCTV inspection data can
pinpoint defects anywhere along a

segments length. Bringing the
defects location to the surface to
facilitate pinpoint excavation is an
essential prerequisite for conflict-free
repairs. Call-before-you-dig clearances are only as accurate as the data
that supports the markouts.
The CUES AMP (Accurate Mapping Probe) generates, stores and
depicts asset data, empowering owners to locate, document, understand
and see those assets in real time on
a Google Earth Map. Other graphic
reports allow the user to see the
section as it twists, turns, rises, falls
and sags.
Data access is as fast or slow as
the users Web browser or, if stored
locally, a laptop, desktop or tablet.
The AMP was demonstrated in
a verification track near CUES Mapping Services office in Bridgeville,
Pa. The track is assembled in a field
from common 8-inch PVC placed
in cradles. Running above ground
so that the track rises and falls with
the terrains surface characteristics
All CUES AMP equipment is packed in

hardened transport cases. A basic system
can fit in a single case. Wheel sets for larger
diameter conduits require additional cases.
and bends from left to right, the

track simulates a buried 8-inch conduit. Before traveling to the site, a
check of Google Earth clearly
revealed the pale blue verification
track (pipe).
Operations managers Chris Carlin and Pete Monday and data management specialist Brian Weitzel
demonstrated the AMP both in the
field and in their nearby office. The
office was a substitute for a maintenance vehicle or pickup trucks tailgate, all of which work quite well.
Walk around
The AMP and all required supporting accessories are shipped in
a single, impact-resistant travel case.
In addition to the AMP are wheel
sets, a laptop computer, three batteries, a charger, a pair of on-off
switches and an Ethernet cable.
Each AMP is paired with a oneto-one synchronized, hardened,
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The AMP is produced in three
basic configurations. The differences are in the housings provided,
as they are intended for different
conduit diameters. The two larger
models are black metal cylinders
about 2 inches in diameter that fully
contain the sensors. These models
can be fitted with a variety of wheel
sets. The AMP can survey conduits
from 3 1/2 inches through more
than 96 inches in diameter.
(continued)
Left to right: Pete Monday secures
the waterproof cap before inserting
the AMP into the verification track;
data is easily transferred from the
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mounts enable the AMP to follow
twists and turns in larger-diameter
conduits. The smallest model, however, does not utilize centralizing
wheel sets. It has a smooth exterior
and is articulated, not by hinges but
by the use of flexible metallic woven
cloth that, with additional impervious inner layers, provides both flex
and watertight integrity. This model,
held in the center of the conduit by
centering spacers, can travel through
conduits as small as 1 1/2 inches.
The articulation allows the unit to
navigate turns as tight as a 90-degree
sweep with a radius of least twice the
conduit diameter.
Matching the twists and turns to
distance traveled is accomplished
through the data gathered by a
wheel-mounted odometer.
All three models perform the
same functions. From a known starting point, as the AMP moves through
the conduit, it is recording its linear progress forward or backward.
Every shift in angular direction, left
or right and up or down, is recorded.
These recordings are achieved
through the use of gyros, inclinometers and accelerometers. Data readings, 100 per second, are recorded
on an internal flash drive.
The cylinder holds an internal
battery with a 2 1/2- to three-hour
field life. Batteries can be
swapped out in the
field to support a full
Left to right: The operator uses the removable on-off switch to initiate or
terminate data gathering; the Verification track is clearly visible in the Google
Map view in the left frame. The AMP trace is superimposed on the track in the
right frame. The Google Map provides users with easily recognizable reference
points that enable prompt location on the ground.
days work.
An external, removable start/
stop switch is used to power up and
power down the AMP. It is screwed
onto a jack for use and removed
until needed again. A tethered,
watertight cap is provided for use
when the switch is not in place.
Both ends of the AMP are fitted
with a loop that resembles an eyebolt to attach a carabiner clip. These
are needed because the AMP is neither self- nor tractor-propelled. Pulling is the standard method for
moving it through a conduit. Because
the AMP will traverse each section
twice, it must also be tethered so that
it can be retrieved or pulled backward through the section.
This means that before the AMP
can be introduced, a pull cord must
be inserted in the conduit at the destination access point and exit at the
introduction access point. Then, connected by two tethers, one fore and
one aft, the traverse can begin.
The AMP can be pulled in both
directions by an Armstrong mechanism or by a mechanical cable system. In both cases, a relatively
constant velocity with a minimum of
bursts of movement is preferred.
When the AMP has made forward
and reverse traverses, the external onoff switch housing is used to connect
a CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the laptop.
The data is downloaded from the
Left: Brian Weitzel examines the
AMP before reinserting it for its
return traverse. Below: Before the
return traverse begins, the AMP is
allowed to loiter in the conduit for
about 30 seconds while the sensors
reach a steady state. These periods
appear as flat lines on the trace.
internal flash drive to the hard drive

and the cable is disconnected.
After the data is run through several validation tests, and if the data
satisfies the required performance
standards, work moves to the next
access point.
If there is adequate cell network
coverage in the field, the data can
be sent to the Web where another
operator can access it, then process
it while the field crew continues its
data-gathering work.
The demonstration
The demonstration began in the
CUES office where the contents of
the AMP shipping container were
explained. Typically a deployment
vehicle would be the platform for a
prelaunch performance check, but
this was accomplished in the office.
A wheel set appropriate for the
8-inch pipe was installed.
To enable accurate data plots,
the operator enters facility owner
and section identifier information.
Because wheel circumference relates
to distance traveled, the software
requires the operator to enter this
information. This data set enables
the software to correlate or impose
distance data on the trace.
Precise longitude and latitude
information for both beginning and
end point manholes is entered along
with elevation data. These previously
collected and validated inputs must
be tied to a universally recognized horizontal and vertical control grid. This
enables precise plotting of each trace.
Once the prelaunch preparation
was complete, the group walked to
the verification track. A pull cord was
already in place between the introduction and destination access points.
Another cord for retrieval was on the
ground ready for use. Both would be
attached to the AMP, one to pull it
forward, one to pull it back.
Monday inserted the on-off control box and powered up the unit. A
pair of indicator lights, one red, one
green, signaled all was well. The con-
trol box was removed, the watertight

cap screwed on, pull and retrieval
cords were snapped on and the AMP
was inserted into the open pipe end.
Through all this, the sensors
were sending data to the onboard
flash drive. The AMP was allowed
to loiter for about 30 seconds before
Weitzel, positioned at the far end of
the track, pulled the cord at a uniform pace. Weitzel maintained a
steady pulling velocity while trying
to avoid jerking the cord. Soon the
front carabiner was protruding
slightly from the pipe and the pull
stopped.
The AMP was allowed to loiter
at the end of the forward traverse
for about 30 seconds. Monday then
began an equally consistent retrieval
pull until the AMP reached the origin point. After about a 30-second
pause, the AMP was removed.
Had this been an actual field
deployment, the operator would have
connected the laptop through an
Ethernet cable that plugs into the
on-off control box and quickly field
checked the data in a systematic QA/
QC protocol. If the data passes that
screening, the device would be transported to the next introduction point
where the process would be repeated.
Back on a desk in Carlins office,
which substituted for a deployment
vehicles worktable, the AMP was hardwired to the laptop for data download. The data was next transferred
to a desktop computer using a thumbdrive as the transport mechanism. It
could just as easily have been moved
via a wired or wireless connection.
At this point, the data was redundantly stored on two computers
hard drives and on the thumbdrive
and was ready for field validation,
in this case, in the office.
On the laptop, the jagged line
trace from the instruments resembled that of a seismograph, except
that there were what appeared to
be short stretches of flat line
between jagged graph segments.
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Top: The laptop is used to field-verify
data before the crew moves to a
different location. The desktop
computer sends the data to
AMPVUE for conversion to a variety
of formats and information depictions. Inset left: This trace depicts
the tugs on the pull cords. The
speed the AMP travels is shown in
feet per second. The more uniform
the peaks and valleys, the better.
Too fast a retrieval can degrade the
data. Also shown are the loitering
intervals before and after the actual
traverse is begun or completed. Inset
right: Using X-View QA/QC software
on the laptop, the operator looks for
consistency of the traces. This is one
of the tools used to field-check the
reliability of the data gathered.
mic trace or the symmetry of an EKG

graph were not seen; rather, the
traces were irregular due to the Armstrong pulling mechanism used.
Monday explained that the flat
line segments are important markers. They tell us where on the trace
each sections observation began
and ended. Carlin parsed or cut
the data into two sections: forward
trek and backward trek.
The first task for the software
was to convert all three sensors data
into a two-dimensional plot. This
was done for both forward and
reverse traverses. Next, the software
performed a best fit analysis. This
is an average plot derived from the
two data sets. The three were
imposed on each other and color
coded for ease of recognition.
Initially, viewing the data at a
scale of hundreds of feet per inch,
it appeared there was only one line.
As Carlin zoomed in, the scale
changed and the three lines were
individually recognizable.
Viewing tools allow or automatically display specialized views that
highlight instances where the two
traces are different. Carlin guided
the software to calculate highest,
lowest and average point deviations,
and he ran analysis to ensure the
traces were within allowable tolerances. If the in and out traces were
significantly out of sync or one
zigged where the other zagged, the
traverses could be repeated before
moving to another segment.
Each data point is associated with
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three numbers, each of which identifies its position on an X, Y, Z axis

grid. By correlating angular data with
distance, in a 400-foot section, the
exact position of any point can be
located within 1 1/2 inches in threedimensional space. The accuracy may
be diminished by pipe irregularities,
inconsistent pulling force or the presence of debris or obstacles.
The data, now on the desktop,
can be seen as a three-dimensional
tube. Using manhole elevations,
the ground surface can be generalized and imposed. This helps viewers orient themselves and the plotted
data to the real world.
Carlin, using his preferred Web
browser, uploaded the data to
AMPVUE.com. This websites tools
allowed him to convert the basic X,Y,
Z tabular point data to a variety of
different formats. Each format meets
the specialized needs of a particular user group. Formats include: .
csv, .dwg, .dxf, .kml, .pdf, .shp, .xlxs,
inclination, line and arc.
Selecting the .kml data format,
Carlin relayed the data file to Google
Earth. Next he superimposed the
data onto the Google Earth map.
As he zoomed into the grassy field
where the test track is located, the
imposed data was quickly apparent.
When he toggled the traverse data
off, the test track pipe was plainly
visible. When he toggled the data
on, the test track traverse was directly
on the test track.
Had the test track been an
underground conduit, the imagery
would only have shown two manhole lids with no visible connection.
The traverse would have been
imposed on the imagery and would
have connected two manholes. Users
in the field would be able to visually
correlate the data to surface features
to locate the manholes. From there,
zeroing in on the exact traverse
point would be relatively simple.
The total time for data validation, traverse processing, uploading
and the Google Map overlay was
about 30 minutes.
The data, although available
through the CUES AMPVUE.com
site, belongs to the user, not CUES.
Once downloaded to the users
server, it can be stored in any number of locations in any of the formats into which it has been
converted with CUES AMPVUE.
Monday explained that deployment in sewer lines and certain other
environments requires appropriate
cleanup procedures. The transfer of
biohazardous material or dangerous
chemicals to operators and future conduit sections must be prevented.
Observers comments
The software setup process is
consistent with CCTV preparation,
which is a plus for operators who
may be assigned AMP duty. The simplicity of deployment without a specialized vehicle reduces the cost of
daily use. This could be offset by the
challenges of inserting the pull cord
from destination to origin manhole.
This task requires human entry into
both manholes and the associated

safety protocols, atmospheric monitoring and all that entails.
Manufacturers comments
The AMPs value to an infrastructure owner is in the accuracy
of the data and what that data tells
those who use the data, Carlin says.
The AMP provides decision-makers not only 3-D positional data but
also offers insight into the condition of the pipeline structure. More
accurate data allows proactive decisions that will help to break the cycle
of reactive O&M.
We provide a two-day training program for a purchasers employees. An
employee skill level must be such that
it complements the AMPs data-gathering capability, added Monday.
Specifications as shown
The purchase cost of the demonstrated system is $55,000, which
includes the AMP, laptop, and the
supporting batteries, chargers and
on-off keys.
The annual software maintenance agreement includes unlimited
access to AMPVUE and software
updates and entitles the end user to
free annual calibration of the AMP.
The basic cost for this agreement is
$2,500. There is also a per foot charge
of 55 cents for every foot of conduit
processed through AMPVUE.
Wheel sets come in several sizes
for different applications. Sizes range
from 1.5 through 58 inches with
prices from $4,800 to $11,800. F
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PRODUCT FOCUS
FLOW CONTROL
AND
MONITORING
By Craig Mandli
Tight budgets and more restrictive permit limits demand efficiency,

which makes accurate monitoring and flow control paramount in
water and sewer system operations. Here is a look at the latest
controllers and monitors, sensors, software, meters, advanced
metering infrastructure and data loggers designed to keep municipalities on top of system performance.
Flow Control/Monitoring Equipment

Ultrasonic flowmeter
Sonic-Pro hybrid ultrasonic flowmeters from Blue-White Industries measure flow using either Doppler or Transit Time methods. Noninvasive
clamp-on transducers work with clean and dirty fluids, with a high-capacity flow velocity range up to 30 feet per second. They can be configured
and controlled remotely via RS-232, RS-485, USB or Ethernet. View realtime flow and download data log files remotely on a Windows PC. They
have custom quality metric algorithms and DSP technology, easy-reading
backlit LCD, fully configurable and isolated 4-20 mA output, and fully configurable 0-to-1,000 Hz Pulse Output. Data is logged to a standard SD card
supplied with the unit. The housing is NEMA 4X (IP 66) washdown compliant. The T-Track mounting system enables fast and accurate installation
on small pipes down to 0.5 inches. A metal clamp on the transducers enables
large pipe capacity up to 100 inches. The system has NEMA 4X quick disconnects. 714/893-8529; www.blue-white.com.
Overflow prevention monitor
The 1st Response sewer overflow prevention/backup monitor from

Eastech Flow Controls alerts municipal personnel within seconds of
an impending overflow condition. A level switch combined with cellular text technology is installed within the suspect manhole, and upon
wastewater levels reaching a specific user-defined height, a text message is
dispatched alerting field crews of the possibility of a surcharge event. To
confirm that an alert was received, a user response must be activated, otherwise the alert will be re-sent on a continual basis. All electronics are self-
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contained within a corrosion-resistant Nema 4, 4X enclosure, submersible-rated

to IP-67 standards. The unit mounts securely to the top of any ladder rung
without the need for confined-space entry. Installation within the manhole
is accomplished in approximately five minutes. 800/226-3569; www.eastechflow.com.
Ultrasonic clamp-on flowmeter
The Arrow Hunter PLUS Compact Version ultrasonic clamp-on flowmeter from ECHO Process Instrumentation is a solution for nonintrusive flow measurement. It uses transit-time technology to provide accurate
flow measurement of plus-or-minus 1.5 percent. The AH+CV comes with
the XTT+FSSA (pipe diameters of 1 to 4 inches) or XTT+FSSC (pipe diameters of 2 to 48 inches) transducers depending on the diameter. It comes
standard with a 4-20 mA, an open collector and a relay output. A RS485
Modbus is optional. 850/609-1300; www.echopi.com.
SCADA-enabled pump controller
The TCU pump controller from Data Flow Systems combines automated pump control with SCADA communications for fixed-speed
and VFD applications. It automates up to three pumps or can be linked
in series to accommodate any number of pumps. It has an intuitive operator interface and expandable I/O interface; no PLC knowledge is required.
The HOA switches are fail-safe and remain functional even with loss of
power. The unit is SCADA-ready with open Modbus RTU and ASCII protocols and is available with integrated radio, networking, auto-dialer or Verizon cellular communications. It comes with a backup battery and charger
and configuration software. 321/259-5009; www.dataflowsys.com.
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Automated measuring system
The Automated Measuring System (AMS) Test Bench from Ford Meter
Box is available for new or any existing Akron, Indianapolis or Standard-style Ford test bench and has a rail-mounted touch screen computer and hand-held bar code reader. In addition to automating the manual
tasks of securing the meters and purging air from the system, it monitors
the flow of water, automatically shutting down the system when the test is
complete or the tank is full. For longer multi-station benches, the touchscreen computer slides along an aluminum rail, allowing for easy data entry.
260/563-3171; www.fordmeterbox.com.
Clamp-on Doppler flowmeter
The DFM 5.1 Doppler flowmeter from Greyline Instruments measures

flow from outside a pipe. Fast, clean processing, data resolution and
the ability to filter out noise combine to produce data accuracy. The
clamp-on ultrasonic sensor mounts on any 1/2-inch ID or larger pipe. It is
designed for difficult liquids like wastewater, sludge, slurries, abrasives or
any liquid with bubbles or suspended solids. Calibration and startup is simple with the built-in five-button keypad. It has a large, backlit display and
totalizer, isolated 4-20 mA output and six control relays. Options include a
built-in data logger and reporting system with USB output, Windows software and intrinsically safe sensor. 888/473-9546; www.greyline.com.
Wireless level-alarming network extension
The wireless level-alarming network extension from Hach Company Flow Products & Services combines the companys US9001B Ultrasonic Sensor with a wireless FL900 Series Flow Logger to monitor and
capture data from hundreds of manholes and miles of pipe in a municipal
network. 800/368-2723; www.hachflow.com.
Reinforced pipe plugs
Multisized reinforced pipe plugs from Logiball have been used for flow
diversion when rehabilitating manholes and pump stations, bypass
pumping applications and stopping or reducing the flows in gravity
sewers. The company also offers re-sleeving of bladders at a fraction of the
cost of buying new. 800/246-5988; www.logiball.com.
Managed SCADA system
The managed SCADA system from Mission Communications delivers

real-time alarms by any combination of voice phone calls, text messages, emails, faxes and pagers, logging each alarm on the Web portal. Because the system is Web-based, enhancements and new features are
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immediately available at no extra cost. Users can compare pump station

flow with local rainfall, analyze pump run times for anomalies, or track site
access with reports tailored to the water and wastewater industry. Reports
assist with preventing noncompliant events, saving money and improving
system management. 877/993-1911; www.123mc.com.
Water level logger
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The HOBO U20L water level logger from Onset Computer Corporation provides precise water level and temperature monitoring. It
has 0.1 percent measurement accuracy; a polypropylene housing for
use in both fresh and saltwater; a self-contained, non-vented design for convenient and hassle-free deployment; and a durable ceramic pressure sensor
that withstands freezing. It is ideal for use in wells, streams, lakes, wetlands
and tidal areas. It utilizes HOBOware Pro software, which provides easy conversion to accurate water level reading, fully compensated for barometric
pressure, temperature and water density. It is available in three models for
depths up to 13, 30 and 100 feet. 800/564-4377; www.onsetcomp.com.
Corrosion-resistant OLS control panel
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Corrosion-resistant OLS Series control panels from Orenco Controls contain integrated variable-frequency drives to optimize system operation, reduce energy usage up to 50 percent, and decrease
hard starts and water hammering. Each panel is designed and built specifically for application and setup needs. Multiple drives can be configured
through one user-friendly human-machine interface. Engineers preprogram user interfaces to the site-specific needs of an installation, making the
panel virtually plug-and-play. Maintenance staff can easily adjust settings
and monitor the system remotely. They are housed in a corrosion-resistant,
weatherproof enclosure, with circuit protection, heat dissipation systems
(fan or A/C), phase and voltage protection and level controls. 877/2578712; www.orencocontrols.com.
Wireless communication platform
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The Radioline wireless communication platform from Phoenix Contact allows I/O-to-I/O communication without programming software. More advanced configurations, such as high-speed serial
communication, network topologies up to 250 nodes, nonintrusive diagnostics and 128-bit AES encryption, can be accessed using free programming software. The system is available in 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz, enabling
applications to span distances from a few hundred feet to multiple miles.
The platform is suited for wire replacement; pump control; sensor, flow
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and temperature monitoring; and PC/PLC/RTU interface applications.
800/322-3225; www.phoenixcontact.com.
Pump control panel
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The 331-SV pump control panel with Station View duplex pump
controller from PRIMEX is simple yet versatile for a wide variety of
duplex pump applications. One panel covers three phases and has
three voltages. It operates with floats, a level transducer or both. A clear
graphic display, easy-to-use controller and intuitive menu allow operators
to plug the appropriate overload modules into the starter, getting the pump
system up and running quickly. 844/477-4639; www.primexcontrols.com.
Thermal mass flowmeter
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QuadraTherm 640i and 780i air flowmeters from Sierra Instruments

are available with HART and Profibus DP certifications, giving operators flexible application solutions. Users have easy access to all relevant data available in their flowmeter, allowing them to see where they
need to make improvements in their process. They offer accuracy of plusor-minus 0.5 percent of readings above 50 percent of full scale for flowmeter air measurement and other gases, built-in flow conditioning, multivariable
outputs, and qTherm Dial-A-Gas, Dial-A-Pipe and Hazardous Area approvals. They have no-drift sensors, and multivariable outputs, and measurement of all inert and all non-condensing clean gases, and flammable gases
(methane, propane, hydrogen and digester gas). The repeatability for mass
flow rate is plus-or-minus 0.15 percent. ValidCal Diagnostics validate calibration in the field, and gas accuracy is plus-or-minus 1.8 degree F. 800/8660200; www.sierrainstruments.com.
Wireless lift station monitoring system
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The wireless lift station monitoring system from Telog Instruments

collects information on station operation and provides a combination of real-time alarm notification via SMS text or email, time-stamp
event data, trend data, station flow history, pump cycle data, pumping rate
history, pump energy efficiency history and site diagnostics. Information is
shared with interested parties via Web server access, email and/or SMS message alarms, daily/weekly/monthly reports and data sharing with third party
applications (modeling, SCADA, etc.). Data is automatically collected from
lift stations using RTUs, then transferred to a central server via a choice of
communication technologies including cellular, landline telephone, radio
or Ethernet. Data may be transmitted on a user-defined schedule and/or
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immediately on detection of a station alarm. 585/742-3000; www.telog.com.
Elbow flow conditioner
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The Elbow Flow Conditioner from Vortab Company eliminates flowmeter upstream piping requirements by conditioning the flow stream
into a flow regime, mimicking adequate straight run. In addition
to conditioning the flow stream, the 90-degree angle tab-type device eliminates the pipe cost and technician labor for the 5- to 10-inch upstream and
3- to 5-inch downstream pipe diameters required by mag meters. The device
eliminates the problem by removing swirl and asymmetric velocity profiles
caused by pumps placed too close to the meter. 800/854-9959; www.vortab.
com.
Sensors
Flow monitoring sensor
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The Pipeline Model PSA-AV sensor from FloWav combines pressure depth technology and continuous wave Doppler velocity technologies with sensor level signal processing, providing results within
the range of plus-or-minus 2 percent of flow. It employs progressive spectral analyzer technology that increases the accuracy of the velocity reading,
and reduces power consumption, all controlled by a small-diameter cable.
It utilizes a piezoresistive ceramic sensor, which allows it to maintain accurate and reliable depth readings in hostile and corrosive sewer environments. 855/235-6928; www.flowav.com.
Temperature transmitter
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Programmable M12 RTD temperature transmitters from Omega

Engineering have an M12 connection, 4-20 mA output and a temperature range of -58 to 248 degrees F (Tmax) and 176 degrees
(electronic). The transmitter has a stainless-steel body, 0.12-inch diameter
and probe lengths of 0.51 and 0.94 inches. 800/826-6342; www.omega.com.
Chlorine analyzer
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The Orion Chlorine XP online process analyzer from Thermo Fisher

Scientific measures chlorine and other water-quality parameters,
including pH and temperature. Designed for drinking water, industrial and wastewater treatment applications, the analyzer uses colorimetric
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Pipe inspection and asset management software
Software
Infrastructure inspection software
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Granite XP infrastructure inspection software from CUES is used

to manage and assess the condition of any asset. It captures data
and video from robotic transporters deployed in pipelines, and
is customizable, with 19 different optional plug-in modules, yet simple enough
for users to learn and operate quickly. It has asset-based architecture; pipe
graphs built on the fly as an inspection is completed; asset management
integration to systems such as Hansen, Maximo, WRc and NASSCO; bidirectional integration to Esri ArcGIS; customizable code systems, screen layouts and mandatory field controls; a synchronization mechanism to allow
precise data aggregation and provide conflict resolution; and single-click
CD/DVD burning, synchronization and reporting. Reports are available in
HTML, ASCII and PDF, along with printed reports and emailing capabilities. It can take unlimited still images during video capture for in-the-field
viewing or playback in the office. It is compatible with sonar systems and
analog or digital video cameras. An optional automatic scoring system reports
on pipe quality and probability of failure. 800/327-7791; www.cuesinc.com.
Metering analytics software
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Itron Analytics software for water helps utilities turn meter data
into actionable intelligence. With a data store optimized for analytics, business intelligence dashboards and water-utility-specific
analytics, it helps water utilities improve operations and asset management.
It provides revenue protection, district metering, flow analysis and trending and forecasting modules to help utilities better manage the delivery
and use of water. 866/374-8766; www.itron.com.
Data management software
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infraMAP software from iWater assists in moving information

from the office to the field user and back. By using data from
many locations displayed on digital interactive maps that can be
viewed on any computer device, the program follows workflow, efficiently
keeps staff informed and improves communication. It includes Neptunes
meter details, events and reads along with red-lining, one-click reporting,
isolation traces, asset inspection forms and work history records. It connects
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WinCan VX pipe inspection and asset management software from

Pipeline Analytics emphasizes a productivity-oriented, fully customizable user interface with cloud-based data access and enhanced
reporting and analytical capabilities. It offers support for value-added processes like pipe cleaning, rehabilitation and leak detection. It augments
existing functional areas like GIS, laser/sonar scanning, side scanning, image
measurement and municipal database integration. Its companion software,
WinCan Analyst, gives managers and engineers sophisticated tools for understanding the maintenance needs of a collection system using WinCan VX
data. It generates maps highlighting pipe material, size, rating, maintenance
status and damage classification, and produces statistical reports listing assets
by similar criteria. It also contains tools for rehabilitation planning, inspection data validation and extended condition rating. 877/626-8386; www.
pipelineanalytics.com.
Meters
Quad-path ultrasonic water meter
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The 280W-CI commercial and industrial grade ultrasonic water

meter from Spire Metering Technology has a wide dynamic range
and leakage detection capabilities. It has no moving parts, quadpath ultrasonic technology and an IP68-rated heavy-duty enclosure, along
with 10-year guaranteed battery life. It exceeds ISO 4064 Class D/AWWA
C750, and its quad-path technology improves accuracy and reduces the
straight-pipe run requirement. It is unaffected by magnetic interference,
and is AMR/AMI ready with pulse, M-Bus, Modbus, 4-20 mA or wireless
interface. It is ideal for municipal, irrigation, building and district water
metering. 888/738-0188; www.spiremt.com.
AMI
Advanced metering analytics
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BEACON advanced metering analytics (AMA) from Badger Meter

combines an analytic software suite with ORION AMI technology to give water utilities greater visibility and control over util-
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ity management. It uses a managed solution approach, two-way

communications, and both fixed and cellular networks to deliver an endto-end solution. Built-in infrastructure management services and endpoint
upgrades eliminate maintenance and technology concerns, allowing utilities to focus on their core competency. Built-in consumer engagement tools
help enhance customer service, increase satisfaction and reduce costs.
800/876-3837; www.badgermeter.com.
High-power AMI system
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The MegaNet high-powered, long-range, fixed-network advanced

metering infrastructure system from Mueller Systems uses 2-watt
licensed radio transmission to serve as a true end-to-end RF AMI.
Utilities can choose from completely managing their networks without the
need for vendor-managed services, or employ a hosted solution to assist
with network monitoring. The system is suited for applications in which
high power is required due to topology or other infrastructure challenges.
Meter transmission units transmit usage and alarm data from meters directly
to the head-end, or in the case of long-range or challenging topography, a
long-range collector. The collector verifies the strength of the signal through
the hand-held device immediately on site, providing instant network verification. Data is obtained and transmitted via the MTU. The head-end unit
receives transmissions from the collector or directly from MTUs. The data
is then recorded and stored on an on-site server and displayed on the feature-rich, intuitive MCM data management software package. 800/323-8584;
www.muellersystems.com.
Data Loggers and Management

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The Pressure Transient Data Logger from Fluid Conservation Systems monitors water networks for damaging pressure transients, combating water hammering. With a five-year battery life, fast data sampling
and large memory, the unit is suitable for both long-term surveys and rapid
troubleshooting deployments. It has 4 GB of flash memory and uses advanced
data compression algorithms to store up to 8 billion readings on board. It can
operate in the field for long periods while still sampling rapidly enough (25
Hz) to effectively monitor for pressure transients. By reducing the severity of
or even eliminating pressure transients in the water network, asset life can be
significantly improved and burst frequency reduced. The logger comes with a
durable aluminum case containing the data logger, pressure transducer with
quick-fit connector, download lead, software and full documentation. 800/5315465; www.fluidconservation.com. F
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FLOW CONTROL AND MONITORING
Affordable, fast method sought for low-level

organics monitoring
Problem:
Organic contaminates cause ecological problems at low
concentrations that
are expensive to
investigate. The State
of Washington has
legacy PCBs and
PBDEs in the Spokane River. Contaminates of emerging concern are also expensive to investigate. The USGS
sought alternative methods to produce quantitative results.
Solution:
By Craig Mandli
outage, the power was restored. On-call employees returned home. One
hour later we began receiving SmartCover level alarms once again. The
power failed once again as the electrical distribution system became overloaded. Three staff members shuttled two generators between four lift stations guided by SmartCover data and avoided any spills.
RESULT:
Utility workers were able to access the SmartCover website via smartphones. This worked out great as I could remotely check levels at the
different stations and know where to tow the generators next, says
Busick. With wet-well flow volumes being very high and the stations
being directly adjacent to the Pacific Ocean, any spill would have been
catastrophic. The level monitors kept that from happening though. I
was able to enjoy the holidays rather than writing up spill reports, says
Busick. 760/291-1980; www.mysmartcover.com.
Electromagnetic flowmeter survives flood

Problem:
The Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) used the C.L.A.M. (Continuous Low-Level Aquatic Monitor) from C.I.Agent Storm-Water Solutions
to field extract high volumes of water for inexpensive analysis of organics
at low concentrations. The USGS compared the C.L.A.M. to the POCIS passive sampler and filtered grab samples for CECs. Both technologies provided a time-integrative extraction event, but the C.L.A.M.s event was captured
within 24 hours on standard laboratory SPE media that was extracted under
standard laboratory methods and analysis procedures to produce both qualitative and quantitative defensible data.
RESULT:
Multiple deployments in multiple locations extracted 59 to 88
liters of water, giving a much larger sample size than the typical 1-liter
grab sample. For each deployment, a small disk housing pre-filtration
and HLB media was all that was sent to the laboratory. Standard laboratory techniques gave parts per quadrillion concentrations of PCBs
and PBDEs with precision of samples deployed in triplicate. The
Washington DOE has since used the C.L.A.M. repeatedly for organics analysis. 562/619-8708; www.ciagent-stormwater.com.
Lift station backup monitors provide data and

alarms for emergency response
Problem:
Early New Years Day 2014, a
drunk driver collided with two
power poles in El Segundo, Calif.
More than 4,000 Edison customers lost power, including seven
sewer lift stations. Due to ongoing
alarm issues, the telemetry communication system had been disabled at three sites.
Solution:
SmartCover level monitors from Hadronex had been installed for independent backup. SmartCover [data] enabled us to prioritize the most critical lift stations, responding with backup generators and emergency pumps,
says El Segundo Utility Manager Gil Busick. Partway through the 18-hour
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The Village of Windsor, N.Y.,

was seeking to replace an older
mechanical flowmeter that continually failed and needed constant
maintenance.
The
flowmeter is used at the aquifer
source for potable water distribution to measure the volumetric flow rate of all the water
extracted from the wells and
pumped into the village distribution system and storage tank.
Solution:
The village purchased an AQUAFLUX electromagnetic flowmeter from
KROHNE in 2003. Made with a fully welded corrosion-resistant housing,
the meter comes standard with an IP 67 rating (equivalent to NEMA 6),
and is suitable for ground burial.
RESULT:
In 2006, after the meter had been working reliably for three years,
the Village of Windsor was hit by a major flood. The magmeter was
totally submerged about 2 feet below the surface of the flood waters for
three days. After the flood receded, operators found that the meter continued to perform well while under the noxious flood waters, even
though submersible capabilities had not been one of the intended qualities of the original design. In 2011, the magmeter was again fully submerged for about two days with the same results. The overall operational
costs were significantly reduced. 800/356-9464; http://us.krohne.com.
Mag flowmeter solves tough application challenges

Problem:
The Water Division in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, needed to replace underperforming flowmeters at two booster stations. The existing meters were
maintenance intensive and susceptible to electrical and radio frequency
interference from station equipment. The booster stations presented additional challenges in space constraints and irregular flow profiles, making
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accurate measurement even more

difficult.
Solution:
The city selected the FPI-X dualsensor electromagnetic flowmeter
from McCrometer. Its dual-sensor
configuration is designed to deliver
accurate measurement in challenging conditions of severe swirl, multiple pumps, line size variation and
interference issues.
RESULT:
The meters insertion-style design allowed simple, quick installation
within the tight space requirements. There was no need to interrupt service or use heavy equipment. The flowmeter eliminated maintenance
issues, saving labor and time. Reliable and accurate flow data allows the
utility to optimize the benefits of its SCADA system. 800/220-2279; www.
mccrometer.com.
Control valves solve flow control

and pressure issues
Problem:
Donnacona, an
industrial
town
west of Quebec City
in Canada, had
poor flow control
at its water treatment plant due to
high drops in pressure. The pressure
range available at
the plant inlet varied between 10 and
58 psi, with a low
back pressure available (lower than 10 psi) for the valve. This translated into a pressure range
drop across the valve of 2 to 53 psi.
Solution:
The town installed 106-PT-4SC-AC and 106-2SC-PCO 8-inch hydraulic globe
valves from Singer Valve in parallel, with one having an anti-cavitation cage.
The operator sets the flow setpoint, and the controller adjusts the flow to
ensure that the required level is maintained in the distribution channel.
On low flows, the controller controls the 106-PT-4SC-AC anti-cavitation valve
depending on the setpoints of the level and flow controllers. When the valve
reaches a set position and the flow setpoint has not been achieved, the controller switches to the 106-2SC-PCO and controls the valve. When the setpoint is lowered where the valve position is below the set position, it is fully
closed, and control resumes on the anti-cavitation valve.
RESULT:
The two valves coordinate based on the pressure differential, and
the water level is now maintained. 888/764-7858; www.singervalve.
com. F
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PRODUCT NEWS
OCTOBER 2014
Product
Spotlight
Heavy-duty screen cover shields monitor
from sun, protects against damage
By Ed Wodalski
lip it up and the aluminum screen cover acts as a sun shield, flip it
down and it serves as a heavy-duty protective cover. Available on Ace
and Ace 2 pipeline inspection camera systems from Electric Eel Manufacturing, the cover mounts to the 5.4-inch LED monitor and uses a screw
knob to lock in place for transit and storage or in an upright position to
shield from the sun. The screen cover is standard on Ace and Ace 2 models and can be retrofitted on existing models.
You can pound on the monitor with your knuckles and it wont break,
but there was this perception that it could be damaged, says Mark Speranza, vice president of sales for Electric Eel. Having the shield eliminates
the whole issue. Plus it helps view the monitor in the sun. Pretty simple, but
HammerHead pneumatic piercing tools

Pneumatic piercing tools from HammerHead
Trenchless Equipment are available in 4- and 5.125inch models with a Catamount reciprocating head or
a fixed, non-reciprocating head. The tools are designed
for underground installation that requires minimal disruption to landscapes, buildings or traffic flow. 800/3316653; www.hammerheadtrenchless.com.
Lowell DoubleShot wrench

The 8D DoubleShot Plus wrench from Lowell Corp. combines two wrenches in one for rugged duty in pipeline, construction, utility and maintenance work. The wrench
has a torque capacity of 200 ft-lbs. Model DSP1
has a 1 1/4-inch by 1 1/16-inch hex double socket.
Model DSP2 has a 1 1/8-inch by 15/16-inch hex
double socket. Both models are 13 inches long with ergonomic handles and weigh 1 3/8 pounds. 800/456-9355; www.lowellcorp.com.
Klein Tools protective gloves

Journeyman gloves from Klein Tools are
designed for trade professionals who might
encounter cuts, scrapes, and impact and vibration injuries on a regular basis. The gloves are
available in six machine-washable models.
Extreme gloves feature impact-absorbing thermo plastic rubber and EVA
foam to protect fingers, knuckles and the back of the hand. Utility and cam-
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it does add a couple benefits for the user.

The Ace and Ace 2 inspection systems have a stainless-steel-housed
1.68-inch-diameter color camera with sapphire lens, 20 LED light ring and
high-resolution CCD element (self-leveling color camera available).
Other system features include 200 feet of Kevlar braided 1/2-inch diameter pushrod, 512 Hz sonde, video output jack, flexible camera spring to
navigate 3-inch P-traps, portable powder-coated steel frame, locking reel
brake and centering skid. The Ace 2 also has one-touch USB recording, onscreen footage counter and wheel kit for easy transportation. 800/833-1212;
www.electriceel.com.
ouflage gloves feature a breathable, moisture-wicking stretch material. Coldweather Pro gloves have Thinsulate-lined palms and fingers. Grip gloves
have a rubberized fingertip and reinforced synthetic leather palms. Leather
gloves feature professional-grade leather and impact-absorbing thermoplastic rubber. 800/553-4876; www.kleintools.com.
McElroy wireless pipe fusion data logging

The wireless DataLogger 5 from McElroy enables
pipe fusion operators to upload data to the DataLogger Vault where it can be reviewed and analyzed from the field via Wi-Fi or cellular service rather
than extracted from a PC. The DataLogger records
and documents key parameters of the pipe fusion process, including GPS stamping and barcode scanning. 918/8368611; www.mcelroy.com/fusion.
Krausz pipe coupling and flange adapter

The Hymax Grip pipe coupling and flange adapter
from Krausz USA uses universal teeth to restrain connecting plastic and metal pipes. The grip increases
as pressure is applied. Both the restraint coupling
and flange adapter have a pipe diameter range of 4
to 12 inches. 855/457-2879; www.krauszusa.com.
Metabo LED work lamps

The 18-volt, battery-operated line of LED work lights from Metabo Corp.
include the ULA flashlight, SLA inspection/work light and the BSA site lamp.
The site lamp features 18 LED lights and two intensity settings that produce 1,800 lumens on high and 1,200 on
low. When combined with the Ultra-M 5.2 Ah battery,
the lamp runs for seven hours. The inspection/
work light has six LED lights, fully rotatable aluminum head and hanging hook. The flashlight
has a diecast aluminum head, pivoting head and swivel hook. 800/638-2264;
www.metabousa.com.
Val-Matic rubber seated ball valve

The EnerG rubber seated ball valve from Val-Matic Valve &
Manufacturing Corp. has a self-flushing contoured ball
design that complies with AWWA C507. The Tri-Loc seat
retention system provides a low-friction, wear-resistant
seat that allows for adjustment or replacement without
removing the valve from the line. When fully open, the valve provides 100 percent flow area. 630/941-7600; www.valmatic.com.
Snap-on cordless tool kit

The 18-volt Ni-Cad Master cordless tool kit from
Snap-on includes drill driver, impact wrench,
reciprocating saw, grease gun, two Ni-Cad batteries, work light, case and foam insert. Total weight
of the tools and case is 77 pounds. 262/656-5337; www.snapon.com.
NLB Corp. automated remote manipulator

The automated remote manipulator (ARM) from NLB Corp.
is a semiautomated waterjet system that enables the operator to
manipulate accessories from the safety of a climatecontrolled cab using joystick controls to stop and start
the flow of high-pressure water (up to 40,000 psi at
600 hp). With specialized tooling mounted on
the arm of a mini-excavator, the ARM handles
shellside tube bundle cleaning and hydrodemolition. The ARM has a vertical reach of about 12 feet and horizontal reach
of about 17 feet. 800/441-5059; www.nlbcorp.com.
Vacall hydroexcavator step-in compartment

The AllExcavate hydroexcavator step-in compartment
from Vacall provides operators with warmth and protection
from inclement weather. The compartment enables operators to change out of wet and muddy boots and clothing. It
has floor drainage, racks to hang dry clothing and another
rack to store the high-pressure handgun and extensions.
Larger compartments are available. 800/382-8302; www.
vacallindustries.com.
StoneAge rotary tube cleaning nozzle

The BN 15 Banshee rotary tube cleaning nozzle from StoneAge reduces
the jet stand-off distance in tubes and provides harder hitting power
for 3/4-inch tubes. The BN 15 has a tube I.D. range of
0.75 to 1.2 inches, maximum pressure of 22,000
psi and flow range of 7 to 10 gpm. The nozzle is
3 inches long and 0.6 inches in diameter. 866/7951586; www.stoneagetools.com. F
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INDUSTRY NEWS
OCTOBER 2014
Ditch Witch recognizes top dealerships
InfoSense receives innovative product award
Ditch Witch recognized its top 10 dealers for 2013. Honored for their
service and support were Ditch Witch of North Carolina, Ditch Witch of
Mid-South, Ditch Witch of North Dakota, Ditch Witch Sales, Ditch Witch
UnderCon, Ditch Witch of Minnesota, Ditch Witch of Virginia, Ditch Witch
of Northwest, Ditch Witch of Oklahoma & Arkansas and Ditch Witch Sales
of Michigan.
InfoSense received the Most Innovative Product Award for its SL-RAT
(sewer line rapid assessment tool) from the Water Industry Operators Association in Queensland, Australia.
American Water named to 100 Best Corporate

Citizens List
American Water was named to the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List by
Corporate Responsibility Magazine. American Water was also named to the
NYSE Euronext Vigeo US-50 Index, which lists the 50 most advanced U.S.
companies in terms of performance and corporate responsibility.
Quadex names assistant manager

Quadex/InterfitUSA named Taylor Daniele assistant manager of technical services for the companys line of rehabilitation cements and coatings
and the Interfit lateral connection sealing system.
HammerHead Trenchless celebrates 25th year

HammerHead Trenchless Equipment celebrates its 25th anniversary
this year. The HammerHead Mole pneumatic piercing tool was designed
in 1989 by earth-piercing tool owner Jon Haas and design engineers Rob
Crane and Steve Wentworth.
LMK names regional sales manager
M&W Shops acquires Fast-Vac

M&W Shops of Union Grove, Wis., acquired
Fast-Vac of Hartland, Wis., manufacturer of
wet/dry vacuum loaders and hydroexcavators.
M&W added 15,000 square feet to its manufacturing facility to accommodate production
of the Fast-Vac line.
M&W addition
Aquam acquires JD7

Clean-tech firm Aquam of San Diego, acquired pipeline assessment
technologies company JD7, which joins Nu Flow Technologies and Nu Flow
as Aquam subsidiaries. The acquisition enables JD7 to expand its sales and
service division for large-diameter mains.
Pulsafeeder adds product QR code

Product QR code from Pulsafeeder is available on
metering pumps and controller product information
labels. Using a smartphone or tablet, specific model information can be scanned and emailed. The scan can also
be used to access the Pulsafeeder website or contact a
technical service representative.
Pulsafeeder
phone QR code
Wessex employee named Young Engineer

of the Year
LMK Technologies named Jacqueline Jaques western

regional sales manager. She will be responsible for providing sales, product and technical support, as well as assisting with project specification review, developing a network
of licensed contractors to install LMK products and educating the industry on the need to address laterals as part
of their trenchless rehabilitation programs.
Jacqueline Jaques
Liam MacFarlane, critical sewers engineer for Wessex Engineering and

Construction Services, Wessex Waters in-house construction arm, was named
Young Engineer of the Year by the UK Society for Trenchless Technology.
The award was based on MacFarlanes technical paper Holistic Approach to
Infiltration and Inflow Exclusion that highlighted an Electro Scan project.
iWater joins Neptune partnership program
SPIR STAR names officers
iWater joined Neptune Technology Groups Connected Utility Partnership Program, which provides shared, analyzed data across an array of utility applications.
SPIR STAR promoted Joseph B. Derzapf, formerly vice

president and general
manager, to president
and chief executive
officer. The company
Jerry Carter
Lars Zeisig
also promoted Jerry Joseph Derzapf
Carter to vice president of sales and chief operating officer and Lars Zeisig
to vice president of finance and chief financial officer.
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Aclara Technologies names general manager

Aclara Technologies named Stephen Smith general manager of its consumer engagement business unit in Wellesley, Mass. Aclara is a provider of
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WORTH NOTING
PEOPLE/AWARDS
The City of Wauwatosa (Wis.) received the American Public Works
Associations Wisconsin Chapter Project of the Year Award as well as the
U.S. Conference of Mayors City Livability Awards Honorable Mention
Award for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Innovation Campus Infrastructure Project. GRAEF, a Wisconsin-based engineering and consulting
firm, was engaged by the City of Wauwatosa to design the project to serve
the campus and create a model for sustainable development. Services to
develop the 58-acre university research campus included surveying, grading, landscaping, roadways, utilities and stormwater management. The
stormwater system is a highlight of the infrastructure, featuring 22 biofiltration basins to prevent surface runoff from the development site.
The City of Tallahassee (Fla.) Underground Utilities Stormwater Management Department received the 2014 Florida Stormwater Association
Excellence Award. This award is presented to stormwater programs that
have shown an outstanding commitment to best practices that benefit the
environment and local citizens.
Sarasota Countys Celery Fields Regional Stormwater Facility Project,
an endeavor to achieve flood-protection goals in the region, won the 2014
Outstanding Achievement Award from the Florida Stormwater Association. The award recognizes outstanding stormwater projects and the benefit they provide to the environment and local community.
The LeTort Spring Run Sustainable Stormwater Pilot Project in Cumberland County won the 2014 Excellence in Intergovernmental Coopera-
tion Award from the Pennsylvania Association of Township Supervisors.

The project was recognized for its efforts to address a problem that plagues
many municipalities across the state, as well as its commitment to intergovernmental cooperation.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
American Society of Civil Engineers
The ASCE is offering the following courses:
Oct. 16-17 Pumping Systems Design for Civil Engineers, Chicago
Nov. 20-21 Pumping Systems Design for Civil Engineers, New Orleans
Dec. 4-5 Stormwater Treatment Using Detention Ponds and Commercial Devices, Tampa, Fla.
Visit www.asce.org.
Wisconsin
The University of Wisconsin Department of Engineering-Professional
Development is offering the following course: Using WinSLAMM v. 10.0.1:
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Visit http://epdweb.engr.wisc.edu.
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Sept. 27-Oct. 1
Water Environment Federation Stormwater Congress, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans.Visit www.wef.org.
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National Rural Water Association WaterPro Conference, Sheraton Seattle,
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National Utility & Excavation Contractors 2014 Fall Conference, The Hotel
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WJTA-IMCA Expo, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans.Visit
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National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies Annual
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American Water Resources Association Annual Conference, Sheraton Premier
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International Conference on Sustainable Infrastructure 2014, Renaissance Long
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American Water Works Association Utility Management Conference, Hyatt
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