For those who believe that grout expands and contracts with wet/dry climate cycles, Avanti commissioned an independent lab to perform field testing and analysis that proves otherwise
Angus W. Stocking, L.S.
Trenchless Technology Magazine
2015
Wauwatosa’s short term solution - chemical grouting of sewer lateral connections to reduce I&I - has worked out so well that long-term efforts may not be needed at all.
Tech Tips from NASSCO - Don Rigby
Underground Construction Magazine
2016
The birth of a specification guideline begind with a need. It is born from a process of collarboration and consensus among mulit-disciplined stakeholders. After two years, the first suggested standard specification on grouting was born.
James W. Shelton, PE - ARCADIS
NASTT's No-Dig Show
2014
There have been many debates regarding the long term effectiveness of a sewer grouting approach. ARCADIS selected 12 sewer segments that had been grouted under various sewer rehab projects for which detailed records of testing and grouting were collected.
Britt N. Babcock, PE, Director, Geotechnical Division
World Tunnelling
2013
Tunnel contractors can choose whether to use cement or chemical grouts. To help them out, Britt Babcock discusses both types, which to use, when to use them and why...and an idea of how much it will all cost.
Brad Crenshaw, PE - General Manager - Ground Engineering Contractors
AEG News
2013
Groundwater infiltration can be due to either primary or secondary permeability. When both types of permeability are present, mitigation requires versatility and cooperation between multiple project participants.
Suggested Standard Specification for Pressure Testing and Grouting of Sewer Pipe Joints, Laterals and Lateral Connections Using the Packer Method with Solution Grouts
