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habilitation robots used in the wastewater,
stormwater, and pressure markets.

NASSCO advancements
Looking back at my career, from the early
days of purchasing a simple jet cleaner to
the advanced technologies I now promote at
Reline America, I can't help but think about
the way NASSCO has advanced, as well.
NASSCO's mission is to set standards for
the assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation of underground infrastructure, and
to assure the continued acceptance and
growth of trenchless technologies. That
was why NASSCO was founded: to promote
the benefits of trenchless technologies - all
trenchless technologies. My hope for the
future of this organization, of which I
have been involved for many, many years,
is to expand awareness of both proven
and emerging technologies, objectively
educating on the benefits to all.
Some people may be unaware, but in the
early beginnings of NASSCO, the associa-

tion was located in Altamonte, Florida. All
of the local contractors were involved, and
I wanted to network with these industry
leaders. Bob Rothenberg, in particular,
actively encouraged me to sit on NASSCO's
Board, as he believed it was time for some
fresh blood and revitalization. I sat on the
board for many years, eventually serving as
president from 1999-2000.
One of the best moves I made during my
tenure as NASSCO president was hiring
Mike Burkhard as executive director. The
Pipeline Assessment Certification Program
(PACP) was getting ready to launch, and
the board knew we needed a more solid
foundation to support the future growth
of NASSCO. This was a pivotal time for
NASSCO, and the fact that the PACP
program now boasts more than 30,000
certified individuals is a true testimony to
how the organization has progressed.
NASSCO is much more than PACP,
however. Today it has nearly 650 member organizations, representing tens of

thousands of industry professionals.
NASSCO committees are more inclusive
and dynamic than ever; the organization is
making great progress in communicating
the need to fund underground infrastructure; workforce development initiatives
and sponsorships are firmly in place; and
the mission to set standards and to assure
the continued acceptance and growth of
trenchless technologies is still relevant
after all these years. Our ability to achieve
these goals, however, relies on people
and companies from every corner of our
industry having a voice and being actively
involved to make sure all technologies
are equally represented to provide system
owners with the best possible solutions for
their unique needs.
I could have never reached this point
in my career without the many people
who aided my journey; who were willing
to mentor and help me advance within
the industry. I owe a tremendous debt of
thanks to those people. *

REHABTECHNOLOGY NEWS
NASSCO Launches Regional Events Initiative
with 'Motor City Exchange'
As part of its vision to set standards by
increasing the awareness of aging underground
infrastructure and providing viable solutions
through education, technical resources and
industry advocacy, NASSCO introduced the first
of many regional events: Motor City Exchange.
Hosted in partnership with Detroit-based
Doetsch Environmental Services Inc., the
educational event takes place Nov. 7, at the
historic Lovett Hall on the grounds of the Henry
Congresswoman
Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich. Motor City
Debbie Dingell, Michigan's
Exchange will open with a keynote speech by
12th Congressional District.
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, Michigan's
12th Congressional District, about the importance of funding underground
infrastructure to assess, maintain and rehabilitate aging systems.
The one-day session will then continue with a focus on the causes of SSOs and
CSOs - Infiltration & Inflow - through discussions on the importance of pipeline:
* Assessment and the value of NASSCO's Pipeline Assessment Certification
Program
* Maintenance and the importance of proper cleaning, root control and
addressing fats, oils and grease
* Rehabilitation options using existing and emerging trenchless technologies
Attendees will be eligible to earn CEU or PDH credits. *
FOR MORE INFORMATION
National Association of Sewer Service Companies, (410) 442-7473,
nassco.org

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State-of-the-Art Tech from Subsite Performs
Mainline, Lateral Inspections Simultaneously

A new, state-of-the-art, fully integrated inspection unit from Subsite Electronics
does double duty, increasing productivity.
Via picture-in-picture format or dual video monitors, the second-generation inspection system allows operators to view lateral and mainline pipelines
simultaneously. Its rugged, six-wheel-drive tractor powers through the lines,
and electronically synchronized mainline and lateral launch cable reels offer
easy retrieval after inspection.
Capabilities include inspecting mainlines that are 6- to 24-inch diameter and
up to 500-feet long, and 4- to 8-inch diameter laterals up to 200-feet long.
Key features are 40:1 zoom, pan and rotate mainline camera with auto iris and
autofocus; color, rear-view camera; tilt connector for easy deployment; and
six-wheel-drive tractor with three forward speeds, reverse and freewheel.
This system offers two options: RodStar, a high-resolution lateral camera
with pan-and-tilt capabilities and an optional locating receiver. *
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Subsite Electronics, (800) 767-1974, subsite.com

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