ACPA Workshops
Online half day workshops designed to give you an understanding of all topics concrete pipe.
ACPA’s workshops combine live sessions and independent online work the student completes during the training time.
Independent work includes short assignments, such as videos, quizzes, and readings. The live session allows the students to apply the knowledge they just learned during the independent online work time.
Proper Storm Drainage Pipe Installation Practices
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A properly installed pipe should remain in service for 50 to 100 years with little or no maintenance. The ACPA has documented installation practices for both flexible and rigid pipe at the local and state level. This class will focus on promoting a solid understanding of installation, specifications, design requirements, and material differences for pipe systems. Empower your staff with the ability to properly inspect, design, install and accept both flexible and rigid pipe systems.
Pre & Post Installation Inspection
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This workshop will introduce attendees to the inspection milestones throughout a storm drainage pipe’s life cycle, with an in-depth focus on the pre- and post-installation timeframes. This class will give students a review of AASHTO R73, which provides excellent guidance on the evaluation of pre-installed reinforced concrete pipe and other precast drainage products. Attendees will also learn about Post Installation Inspections (PII) that provide the owner with the information necessary to determine if proper installation occurred prior to project close-out or final acceptance.
Precast Drainage Structure Manufacturing and Installation
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This workshop will give attendees an overview of the design, production, and installation of precast drainage structures. By gaining understanding the precast design and production process, attendees will realize efficiencies for their projects. Modern precast manufacturers use a variety of processes, with new and improved machines and methods continually being developed. This workshop will focus on the more commonly used production methods in reinforced concrete pipe manufacturing. Proper installation techniques will also be covered, as installation is one of the most critical aspects of a drainage system’s success.
Preventing Pipe Buoyancy & Flotation
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The possibility of pipe flotation is often overlooked when designing underground pipe systems and roadway culverts. Understanding buoyancy is important when installing storm drainage structures and pipe. Applying the theory of buoyancy to the installation and maintenance of storm drainage has proven beneficial in the asset management process. We will address the theory of pipe buoyancy, susceptible scenarios for pipe flotation, and two recognized methods for calculating pipe flotation potential. We will close by identifying several best practices to prevent buoyancy from impacting culverts.
Box Culvert Installation – Accelerated Project Delivery
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Precast Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts (RCB) and Accelerated Project Delivery (APD) have many advantages. Precast box culverts allow for time savings, as they arrive ready to install and can expedite a project to days instead of months. Additionally, precast box culverts have consistent quality, are extremely durable, and precast box culverts are built to withstand any load. This class highlights: the proper technique for installing precast box culverts; creative DOT practices; and recent innovations. Gain a better understanding of Accelerated Project Delivery (APD) and the methods used to shorten the design and construction times in project delivery.
Excavation & Trench Safety
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One of the most dangerous types of work is trenching, with approximately 40 construction worker fatalities every year. This workshop focuses on the hazards of excavation and trenching operations, as well as safe work practices that can mitigate the dangers. The training will highlight key elements of The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Excavation Standards which contain requirements for excavation and trenching operations. Participants will: better understand the risks associated with working in and around trenches, including cave-ins; learn best practices; and adopt safe behaviors to promote a safe working environment.
Resiliency & Durability
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A properly designed and installed storm drainage pipe system will prove to be resilient and durable and will achieve its expected service life. It is important to understand the issues and factors that can cause disruption to the performance and service life of a storm drainage system — issues that can impact the community and create unwanted maintenance costs. This course will cover pipe resiliency and durability and will identify aggressive factors that can affect rigid and flexible pipe systems. Our infrastructure depends on resilient and durable systems. Learn how this can be achieved.
Concrete Pipe & Box Culvert Manufacturing Methods
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Today’s concrete pipe manufacturers use a variety of processes to produce high quality reinforced concrete pipe. What’s more, new and improved machines and methods are continually being developed to deliver superior products. This workshop will discuss commonly used production methods, as well as detail component materials, techniques, and equipment used for production. Attendees will learn the process implemented in the development of mix designs that consistently provide optimum strength and density, and attendees will leave with an understanding of how exceptional products are manufactured. Registration closed!