Trenchless: a greener solution

The introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS) will be one of the largest structural reforms to the Australian economy. Kate Pemberton looks at how the scheme will work and how the trenchless industry can take advantage of the renewed interest in green construction.
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Behaviour of segmental lined tunnel on overburden removal

A dual carriageway underpass was constructed directly above the operational 4.9 metre ID LRT tunnels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This article outlines the design considerations of overburden relief on the structural integrity, describes the relationship of predicted design movements based on finite element analysis and actual measurements. It also outlines the monitoring systems and provides a technical discussion on the possible causes of the displacements.
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PRS: an expanding family company

Pipe Replacement Solutions (PRS) is run as a family business by two brothers, each with one son. Over the years its qualified and dedicated owners have developed an efficient system. With a small team, the company often achieves bursting and replacement of a complete sewer line with connections in a single day. Because the full time owners are involved on projects, customers receive exceptional service and quality of work.
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Asset management around Australia

Trenchless Technology contributes substantially to asset management across Australia. Trenchless Australasia speaks with Kane Scott of SA Water, Sriharan Mahalingam of the Albury City Council, Grant Moller from the Goulburn Mulwaree Council and Sudiptu Basu of Sydney Water who share their insights and experience about Trenchless Technology and asset management in Australia from a regional and city perspective.
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