Trenchless Australasia

June 2011

From the Chairman’s Desk

Trevor Gosatti, ASTT Chairman

As we approach the middle of 2011, plenty of activity in the Trenchless Technology community is occurring and much more is planned for the rest of this year and beyond.

Secretary’s Corner

Jeff Pace, ASTT Secretary

New Members

Cradle Mountain Water manages, operates and maintains water and wastewater services in northwest Tasmania. The organisation was formed in July 2009 after the water and wastewater operations of nine councils merged with former bulk water authority Cradle Coast Water.

ASTT welcomes newest councillor – Nabil Issa

In this latest instalment of our ASTT Councillor profiles, we speak to the newest council representative, Nabil Issa in New South Wales.

2011 ASTT Awards

The best of the best

The future of tunnelling

The ASTT Networking Evening, hosted by Melbourne Water and Great Southern Press, was attended by a sold out crowd of over 60 industry professionals gathering to hear the latest tunnelling innovations and projects.

No-Dig: protecting Australia’s water

As Australia faces volatile climate conditions, public awareness of issues such as water scarcity and resources is continuing to grow. Australian Water Association Chief Executive Tom Mollenkopf spoke to Trenchless Australasia about the challenges confronting the water sector and the role Trenchless Technology will play in the industry’s future.

In tough times, trenchless will prevail

The Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology (ASTT) held its Annual General Meeting in Melbourne during April, with a number of exciting developments flagged for the growth of the industry in the year ahead.

No-Dig Down Under conference program

International Keynote Speaker

No-Dig Down Under social events

Exhibition Opening Cocktail Party

No-Dig Down Under exhibitor preview

With the 2011 No Dig Down Under conference rapidly approaching, Trenchless Australasia spoke to several exhibitors to get the inside story on the exciting new technologies that will be on display at Australasia’s premier Trenchless Technology event.

The value of advertising online

Zelda Tupicoff

Does your marketing plan include a budget for online ads? Find out why placing advertisements online is no longer an optional extra.

A new frontier in HDD

The construction of Duke Energy International’s Tasmanian Gas Pipeline achieved an Australian-first when McConnell Dowell and its specialist drilling subcontractor, Stockton AJ Lucas Joint Venture, successfully completed the country’s longest under river horizontal directional drill beneath the Tamar River.

Kembla climbs

Kembla Watertech, Australia’s pipeline renewal specialist, has an enviable track record in the introduction of new, innovative Trenchless Technology.

Earthquake rehab: CCTV in Christchurch

Following the devastating Christchurch earthquakes, Sydney Water and Water Infrastructure Group have been involved with sewer rehabilitation works across the region.

Interflow launches hydraulic milling machine

Interflow has expanded its product range with the acquisition of a new hydraulic milling machine – perfect for condition assessments, rehabilitation and ongoing maintenance works.

Drilplex comes to the rescue for a demanding under-river bore

After years of trying to bore underneath the Macleay River, located in New South Wales, Arogen’s Drilplex system proved to be the answer for replacing a water main affected by floods.

Pushing pipe jacking to new limits

Completion of the Southern Hemisphere’s longest pipe-jack, located at Nambour in South East Queensland, has proven to be an integral part of the Northern Pipeline Interconnector – Stage 2.

Clay jacking pipe best fit for Auchenflower

When a new sewer line needed to be installed in the Brisbane suburb of Auchenflower, clay jacking pipe was determined to be the best fit.

TT Asia Pacific: from strength to strength

TT Asia Pacific continues to solidify their position in the Australasian Trenchless Technology market, launching new products and securing new works contracts.

Pipe bursting adds to portfolio

Interflow’s strong reputation may have been built on their range of pipe rehabilitation solutions, but the company has recognised the need to add pipe bursting to its portfolio.

Celebrating 40 years of CIPP

While Insituform continues to celebrate its expansion and growth in the Australian market, the company is also proud to be celebrating its 40th birthday.

DTH: moving and shaking

It has been a busy few months for the team at DTH, with anniversaries, new staff and an office move keeping everyone on their toes.

Trelleborg pipe plugs: engineered for performance

The Trelleborg name may not be immediately familiar to those outside the mining, utilities, transport or infrastructure sectors. But it’s a fair bet that the majority of people who have ever visited a major city in Europe, America, Asia or Australasia have been in – or on – a building or structure that incorporates one or more Trelleborg products.