NASSCO’s Technical Advisory Council and various technical NASSCO committees have worked hard to bring in-person trenchless technology education opportunities to regional locations across the country. 

The NASSCO Beantown Exchange was held Sept. 20, 2023, just outside of Boston at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library in Lexington, Massachusetts. Next up is the NASSCO Motor City Exchange Nov. 2 at Lovett Hall in the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn, Michigan (a suburb of Detroit). NASSCO is returning to Lovett Hall for the third year. Two more Exchange events will be held in cities to be announced soon.

The events earn attendees 7 PDH or 0.7 CEU credits, and there is no fee for employees of municipalities and public agencies to attend this full day of learning:

7:30 a.m. Breakfast

8 a.m. Welcome and Keynote Speaker

Learn how NASSCO sets standards for the underground infrastructure industry through education, technical resources, and advocacy, followed by a special keynote message.

9 a.m. Trenchless Technology Overview

Understand the benefits and features of a variety of trenchless — or “no dig” technologies, including those for assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation.

9:45 a.m. Infrastructure Funding Roadmap

Hear from NASSCO’s Government Relations Committee on the need to fund underground infrastructure and the path to apply for funding in your state.

10:45 a.m. Break

11 a.m. Trench and Confined Space Safety

Trench safety and confined space entry are two important topics to ensure we keep our workers safe. Learn best practices and how to implement them in your organization.

11:45 a.m. Test Your Knowledge — Kahoot!

Attendees will get the chance to win a prize for how much they learned during the morning session.

12 a.m. Lunch

1 p.m. PACP Version 8 Updates

NASSCO’s Pipeline Assessment Certification Program will be launched soon! Learn about the latest updates including pressure pipe and stormwater coding.

1:45 p.m. ADR/AI and its Impact on Our Industry

Artificial intelligence is making itself known everywhere — even in the world of sewer assessment. Learn what NASSCO is doing to embrace this new technology. 

2:30 p.m. Break

2:45 p.m. Routine Collection System O&M 

Learn the basics of routine O&M including large diameter cleaning, force main inspections and lateral inspections and maintenance.

3:30 p.m. Styrene-Based Resins in CIPP

There has been a lot of talk about styrene-based resins in CIPP. Learn the steps NASSCO has taken with recommendations to protect our workers and the environment.

4:15 p.m. Test Your Knowledge — Kahoot!

Attendees will get the chance to win a prize for how much they learned during the afternoon session.

4:30 p.m. Networking Reception

Join NASSCO board, staff and other industry professionals for cocktails and appetizers.

The presentations will not promote specific products or services. However, suppliers and manufacturers will have the opportunity to participate in small exhibits where attendees can learn about the latest trenchless technologies. To learn more and register, please visit www.nassco.org/events.