February 2008 |
Join us at WEFTEC
You're Invited to our Semi-Annual Membership meeting and networking reception! MORE...
Inspector Training Available
Provides comprehensive education and tools to aid in inspecting trenchless pipeline renewal technologies! MORE...
OSHA Hearing
NASSCO testimony helps save NASSCO members millions!MORE...
Save the Date!
Join us at NASSCOrsquo;s 2009 Annual Meeting in Palm Springs, CA MORE...
TAG-R now available!
TAG-R is and easy-to-use interactive software created to evaluate alternative rehabilitation methods. MORE...
Dear NASSCO Member, I’m pleased to send you the September 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
You’re Invited! Join us at WEFTEC on Mon., Oct. 20th
Join your industry colleagues for a great time at WEFTEC in Chicago, Oct. 18-22, 2008. Stop by and visit us at booth #11013.
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.
* This popular reception is a great time to network with new and familiar faces. And, don't forget - the 8 in ’08 Challenge is still on! You can still win the $1,000 American Express grand prize simply by recruiting 8 new members in calendar year 2008. And, since each new contractor-member is counted “2”, it’s so easy to win! So, start spreading the word now and meet the challenge! Click Here to learn more about the challenge
NASSCO’s Inspector Training Now Available
As you know, NASSCO recently announced its new Inspector Training and Certification Program (ITCP) for CIPP. ITCP for CIPP provides comprehensive education and tools for professionals to better understand and inspect trenchless pipeline renewal technologies. The next class will be held Sept. 29-30 in Laurel, MD.
NASSCO’s ITCP will greatly benefit field construction professionals including consulting engineers, municipal engineers, and contractors. The cost for the two-day program and certification is $995 per attendee and includes a copy of the Trenchless Assessment Guide for Rehabilitation (TAG-R). Courses can be scheduled at your convenience in your city with a minimum attendee requirement - please call Gerry Muenchmeyer to discuss (252) 626-9930.
NASSCO Speaks Up at OSHA Hearing
NASSCO’s testimony at the OSHA hearing in Washington, D.C., on the Proposed Rules Changes for Confined Spaces Regulations helped save NASSCO members millions of dollars. Click Here to read more.
Save the Date -- NASSCO’s Annual Meeting 2009 -- Feb. 11th - 14th
NASSCO’s annual meeting gets better every year and next year will be no exception. Make plans today to join us in sunny Palm Springs, CA, Feb. 11-14, 2009 at the Wyndham Palm Springs Hotel. This year’s event features extensive technical forums, education, training, committee meetings, and much more. Additionally, we have a great schedule of activities planned including our famous annual golf tournament. Network, learn and enjoy -- join us! Hotel rooms book up fast - make your plans today!
Registration information will be mailed to you in November. If you’d like to make your hotel reservations now, at the NASSCO rate of $209 per night, do so by calling 760-322-5351. If you have any questions, please call the NASSCO office at 410-486-3500.
**Note: You must be a current member, in good standing, to attend the Annual Meeting.
NASSCO’s Trenchless Assessment Guide for Rehabilitation (TAG-R) represents the most extensive software available enabling the evaluation of over 80 technologies for pipeline rehabilitation. TAG-R is easy-to-use interactive software created to evaluate alternative rehabilitation methods. TAG-R is included as part of NASSCO’s new Inspector Training and Certification Program. The software is also available for purchase independently - $100 for NASSCO members and $195 for non-members. The benefits are significant. Consulting and municipal engineers receive comprehensive information for choosing the best solution for asset management by readily selecting specific technologies. To learn more or to place an order, go to www.nassco.org or email Andrea Carter at andrea@nassco.org.
