BUYERS’ GUIDE | RETC/NO-DIG NORTH NORTH AMERICAN BUYERS’ GUIDE
Hobas Pipe Innovative trenchless infrastructure projects require innovative solutions. At Hobas Pipe, we believe the modern infrastructure of tomorrow won’t be built on yesterday’s pipe solutions. It’s why we engineer our fiberglass reinforced polymer mortar (FRPM) pipes to defy expectations by delivering unmatched durability, superior and unmatched hydraulics, leak-free performance, and corrosion resistance for 150 years. Strong and lightweight, our FRPM pipes are easy to handle so you can simplify challenging installations, cut labor costs, and speed up project timelines. Suitable for various trenchless methods, including microtunneling and sliplining, Hobas Pipe is the sustainable choice for even the tightest urban spaces.
Hobaspipe.com
Kelley Engineered Equipment (KEE) Kelley Engineered Equipment (KEE) Builds custom engineered equipment for tunneling and underground construction. Our innovative designs are optimized for safety and productivity. Decades of TBM & underground experience. We get it - We understand what you need and know how to build it Unequaled Experience - We are licensed, qualified & utilized by all the major civil contractors Simple-Safe-Fast - We deliver safe, elegant solutions to complex problems when you need them KEE accepts your challenges and provides solutions with unmatched quality and customer support. We are proud to partner with Terratec TBMs and Rubrica Formworks in the USA and Canada
www.keellc.com
Kilduff Underground Engineering Todd Kilduff, P.E., has been involved in the design and construction of underground projects in the U.S. for over 30 years. He has worked for geotechnical firms as well as large general contractors nationwide, providing Todd a unique understanding of the design and constructability of underground construction projects. In 2014, Todd established Kilduff Underground Engineering, Inc. (KUE) in Denver, Colorado, to support contractors, A/E firms and owners, specializing in underground design with a specific focus in the design, inspection and rehabilitation of tunnels ranging from 12-inches up to 60-feet in diameter. Todd Kilduff m: 848-469-1767
kilduffunderground.com
Mining Equipment We are happy to welcome innovative German manufacturer Mühlhäuser to the Mining Equipment family. This important acquisition represents our first step into the European market, and we are excited for the opportunity to do what we do best: give contractors the best support in the industry, one project at a time. Mining Equipment’s first European office, in Michelstadt,
Germany, will coordinate our expanded supply of locomotives, rolling stock, mine hoists, mine winches, and ventilation equipment in the new market. This offering will be enhanced by Mühlhäuser’s bold designs, engineering depth, and regional experience. Mühlhäuser’s Paul Zeder will head up operations at the new facility, and fellow Mühlhäuser veteran Marco Langnickle will be our design engineer.
www.miningequipmentltd.com
Northwest Laborers-Employers Training Trust (NWLETT) The Northwest Laborers-Employers Training Trust is an accredited institution granted by the Council on Occupational Education. Comprehensive laborers’ training programs, taught by ANSI- Certified Instructors, lead to a safer and more dependable workforce. Safety Hazard Awareness for Tunnels (SHAFT) is a 40-hour classroom course consisting of a blend of classroom discussion and use of materials and mock-ups focusing on basic tunnel safety. The 40-hour Tunnel Rail Course details the tools, vocabulary, procedures and equipment required to assemble and disassemble a ring steel-lagging tunnel. The 40-hour Tunnel Utilities Course details tools and vocabulary, hazard analysis and installation and disassembly of utilities, conveyor systems and walkways.
www.nwlett.edu
Optimas Sofrasar Tunnel Solutions Tunnel building is a highly specialized form of construction, and each tunnel project has unique requirements and considerations. For over 35 years, tunnel infrastructure teams around the world have come to trust Sofrasar Tunnel, an Optimas division, for their fastener solutions—from dowel, bolting and injection systems to anchors and accessories. Our global distribution network and supply chain expertise help to deliver the right solutions when and where you need them. Our tunnel experts and engineers understand your specific needs. Whether you require standard components or customized solutions – innovation is at the heart of Optimas Sofrasar Tunnel solutions.
https://optimas.com/products/tunnel-fasteners/
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