Win the 8 in ’08 Challenge!
There is still time to win the 8 in ’08 Challenge. MORE...
NASSCO Events at WEFTEC
Join us at our Semi-Annual Meeting and Icebreaker Reception. MORE...
Save the Date!
Join us at NASSCO’s 2009 Annual Meeting in Palm Springs, CA. MORE...
OSHA Update!
Read more about the results of NASSCO testimony at the OSHA hearing in July. MORE...
New NASSCO Guideline- Styrenated Resins in CIPP
Guideline explores the use and handling of styrenated resins in CIPP. MORE...
Dear NASSCO Member, I’m pleased to send you the October 2008 issue of the NASSCO Pipeline, NASSCO’s e-newsletter, designed to bring you the latest news from NASSCO. You will receive this newsletter periodically as we have new information to share. As always, we invite your comments and love to hear from you.
We hope you enjoy it.
Heather Myers
Operations Manager
NASSCO Headquarters
(410)486-3500
It’s not too late – get in on the challenge and win!
8 in ’08 Challenge a Success
With just a few months left in this exciting year, we’re thrilled to announce we have a few members who are close to meeting the goal of the 8 in ’08 Challenge!
- Bill Fuller- 6 new members
- Brad Dutruch- 6 new members
- Gerry Muenchmeyer- 4 new members
- Marc Anctil- 4 new members
And, I’m even more excited to tell you we have plenty of room for you to win! That’s right – all you need to do is recruit 8 new NASSCO members and you’ll win! Here’s how it works… The 8 in ’08 Challenge rewards NASSCO members for referring new members. Members who recruit 8 new members receive a $1,000 American Express gift card; a $500 AMEX gift card for 6 new members and a $100 gift certificate from Omaha Steaks for 5 new members. New members that are contractors are counted as two members. You have a great opportunity to expose prospects to NASSCO with the upcoming Icebreaker Reception at WEFTEC in Chicago on Mon., Oct. 20th. To learn more about the 8 in ’08 Challenge, Click Here.
Join us! Membership Meeting and Icebreaker Reception at WEFTEC 2008
Join us at the Semi-Annual Membership Meeting and Icebreaker Reception at WEFTEC in Chicago!
Schedule of NASSCO events on Mon., Oct. 20th at the Hilton Palmer House:
- General Membership meeting- 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Icebreaker Reception- 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The reception is a great networking opportunity combined with hors d’oeuvres, drinks and good company. Plan to attend the reception with new potential members as your guests! One of your guests may receive a flat screen HDTV as well as participate in one of NASSCO’s trademark networking venues.
Prior to the reception, NASSCO it’s Semi-Annual membership meeting. This will be an opportunity to discuss the past year and future plans for the organization. All members are welcome to attend and participate.
See you there!
Save the Date!
NASSCO’s 2009 Annual Meeting & Golf Tournament
Palm Springs, CA – February 11–14, 2009
This year we will follow the same popular format as in 2008. All business matters will be handled on the first day while the second day will focus on more technical areas of interest.
While you will have plenty of time to enjoy the warm California sunshine, the main benefit is to learn more about:
- OSHA Findings and What They Mean To You
- Implications of Styrene Task Force Report
- Updates on ITCP and PACP Training
- TAG-R
- And more!
Also, plan to bring that special someone! We’ll entertain them with tours planned especially for them. **Note: You must be a current member, in good standing, to attend the Annual Meeting.
Registration information will be mailed in November 2008. If you’d like to make your hotel reservations now, at the NASSCO rate of $209 per night, do so by calling the Wyndham Palm Springs at 760-322-5351. If you have any questions, please email
OSHA gives NASSCO assurance that typical rehabilitation work will be considered maintenance (not construction).
Please click here to for more.
New NASSCO Guideline Explores Use and Handling of Styrenated Resins in CIPP
The CIPP Lining Committee, within NASSCO, has released a 10 page report on the use of Styrene in the CIPP process. The committee, chaired by Lynn Osborn of Insituform and made up of NASSCO members who are involved with CIPP lining include Contractors, Suppliers, Cities, and Engineers. The primary author of this very important study is Ed Kampbell of Rehabilitation Resources who is also Vice President of NASSCO.
Please click here to view the report.
