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Welcome to the PVC Pipe Association's online webinar training series. Our webinars offer educational and informative workshops on an on-going basis to support the use of PVC piping in water and wastewater systems. Webinars include examples of how PVC pipe has benefited utilities across North America.
We also provide customized webinars on the design, specification and installation of PVC pipe for water and sewer projects. Let us know if you would like us to organize a webinar for your organization by emailing info@unibell.org.
*Note for PVC Pipe Association webinars offering Professional Development Hours (PDHs): Continuing education requirements for professional engineering licenses may differ from state to state. The final authority to approve PDHs, courses and credits and other ways to earn credits rests with each state licensing board. Individuals are advised to contact their respective state licensing boards regarding their continuing education requirements for professional engineering licensure.
Ideal for Utility Engineers, Engineering Consultants, Developers and Contractors PVC pipe has been widely used for force main applications in North America for more than 40 years. However, with expanding use in larger sizes the need for concise design information has never been more important. Additionally, there are numerous misconceptions about PVC pressure pipe used in sewer systems. PVC Pipe Association staff will present on the design of PVC force mains, which will include a review of the Force Main Design Guide for PVC Pipe and online cyclic-life calculator. Attendees will learn about key considerations regarding PVC pipe’s suitability for upcoming projects and be provided with the technical information needed to properly design PVC force mains that will ensure a service life of more than 100 years. New research performed by Utah State University on PVC pipe’s cyclic surge capabilities will also be discussed. This 30-minute webinar will cover the following topics:
To view the background information for this webinar, please click on the following links:
Group pricing is available for teams of 10 or more. Please reach out to jbonilla@unibell.org for more information.
Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Central Standard Time PDHs: 1 Price: $99.00
Ideal for Water & Sewer Utility Engineers and Asset Management Professionals PVC Pipe Association (PVCPA) engineers will review the latest research on the service life of PVC water and sewer pipe, including the PVC Pipe Longevity Report: A Comprehensive Study on PVC Pipe Excavations and Testing, published by Utah State University's (USU) Buried Structures Laboratory. The USU study confirms PVC pipe’s longevity through dig-ups and testing of “in service” pipes and by examining research from around the world. Studies from the US, Canada, Europe and Australia and new quality control testing continue to validate the performance of PVC pipe used in water networks. This webinar also examines the challenges of affordability for utilities that are replacing buried infrastructure which is at the end of its service life. Life cycle cost analysis is presented as a financial decision-making tool for pipe replacement selection by applying the findings of reliability and longevity research and testing. This combination of pipe examination and testing data in conjunction with previous pipe break studies supports PVC as a sustainable pipe material, confirming a 100+ year benchmark as an industry standard. As well, the importance of accurate pipe life data for asset management of underground infrastructure will be discussed. This can help utilities bring together the concepts, tools, and techniques to manage assets at an acceptable service level at the lowest life-cycle cost. Asset management practices can also help utilities understand the timing and costs associated with replacement activities. Knowing the longevity of a pipe enables utilities to make better infrastructure investment decisions with improved affordability results for customers. This 30-minute webinar covers the following topics:
Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2024 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Central Standard Time PDHs: 0.5 Price: $99.00
Attention: Utility Operators, Utility & Consulting Engineers, Municipal Asset Management & Financial Professionals
Presenter: Professor Steven L. Barfuss, P.E., Utah State University Get the latest information on water main breaks in the US and Canada and find out why this report is a useful asset management, pipe renewal, and pipe replacement tool for water utilities. A survey was recently conducted by Utah State University (USU) under the direction of Steven L. Barfuss, Research Professor. This webinar provides a summary of the results. According to Professor Barfuss, P.E., one of the most important indicators for identifying failing pipelines is water main break rates. The study shows that pipe performance continues to be impacted by soil corrosivity, and the replacement of asbestos cement and cast iron pipe is creating a shift in predominant pipe materials. USU published similar studies in 2012 and 2018. The 2023 report references the previous studies to analyze changes over time. A total of 802 utilities responded to the 2023 USU survey with almost 400,000 miles of pipe data analyzed, representing 30% of the population and 17.1 % of the estimated 2.3 million miles of water mains in the US and Canada, making this study the most comprehensive undertaken to date. In addition to break rates of different pipe materials, the seminar will present other data that will be of interest to everyone involved in water distribution systems. All webinar participants will receive a free hard copy of the 2023 USU report. Click here to download.
A Resource for Water Utilities in Asset-Management Planning, Pipeline Renewal, and Pipe Replacement
This one-hour webinar will discuss:
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Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Central Standard Time PDHs: 1 Price: $149.00
Ideal for Water and Sewer Utility Engineers, Contractors, Inspectors, Engineering Consultants and Developers
This training webinar by PVC Pipe Association (PVCPA) staff will provide the most up-to-date information available on installation practices for gasketed PVC water and sewer pipes and fittings as well as answer frequently asked questions. Properly installed pipelines ensure best performance and maximum design life for underground infrastructure.
All Participants Receive a FREE Copy of the Contractor's Guide for Installation of Gasketed PVC Pipe
The reference book for this educational seminar is the new Contractor's Guide, which is the most concise, authoritative publication available for the installation of gasketed-joint PVC pipes and fittings. Webinar registrants will be mailed a FREE copy. Written and sponsored by PVCPA, the guide comes complete with practical tables and figures that helps users to be more effective and efficient at installing PVC piping systems, reducing potential pipeline problems and helping to ensure optimum system performance. It can also serve as a reference document prior to undertaking a pipeline project.
Recommended for Local Underground Pipeline Installation Contractors
It is highly recommended that local water and sewer pipe installation contractors participate in this training seminar. Utilities are encouraged to forward this email to their local underground pipeline contractors and have them register. The guide is also useful to utility crews involved in installation or maintenance of PVC water or sewer systems. The easy-to-use, "reversible book" format provides two valuable guides in one and assists readers to quickly access the information they are seeking.
The 60-minute webinar will cover the following topics:
To view the background information, please click on the following links:
Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Central Standard Time PDHs: 1 Price: $149.00
Ideal para Ingenieros en Servicios de Agua y Alcantarillado, Contratistas, Inspectores, Consultores de Ingeniería y Desarrolladores
Este webinar de capacitación presentado por la Asociación de Tubería de PVC (PVCPA), proporcionará información actualizada sobre prácticas de instalación de tubería y conexiones de PVC con empaque para agua y alcantarillado sanitario, así como también para responder preguntas frecuentes. Una tubería instalada apropiadamente asegura su mejor desempeño y maximiza su vida útil en la infraestructura subterránea.
Todos los participantes recibirán una copia GRATIS de Contractor's Guide for Installation of Gasketed PVC Pipe (Guía del Contratista para la Instalación de Tubería de PVC con Empaque)
El libro de referencia para este seminario educativo es el nuevo Contractor's Guide (Guía del Contratista), que es la publicación con autoridad más detallada para la instalación de tubería y conexiones de PVC con juntas de empaque. A quien se registre al Webinar se le enviará una copia GRATUITA por correo. La guía escrita y patrocinada por PVCPA, viene con tablas y figuras prácticas que ayudan a usuarios ser más efectivos y eficientes en la instalación de sistemas de tubería de PVC, reduciendo problemas potenciales en la tubería y ayudando a asegurar el desempeño óptimo del sistema. También puede servir como un documento de referencia previo al inicio de un proyecto de tubería.
Recomendado para Contratistas Locales de Instalación de Tubería Subterránea
Es altamente recomendable que contratistas locales en instalación de tubería para agua y alcantarillado participen en este seminario de capacitación. Se invita a los Servicios Públicos Municipales a reenviar este correo a sus contratistas locales de tubería subterránea para que se registren. Esta guía también es útil para cuadrillas de servicios involucradas en la instalación y/o mantenimiento de sistemas de PVC para agua o alcantarillado. El formato de uso fácil "libro reversible" proporciona dos valiosas guías en una, y dan a los lectores acceso a la información que buscan rápidamente.
Este webinar de 60-minutos cubrirá los siguientes temas:
Para conocer los antecedentes de la información, por favor visite los siguientes enlaces:
Se ofrece precio de grupo para equipos de 10 o más personas. Por favor, comuníquese con jbonilla@unibell.org para más información.
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