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Ensuring the safety of underground utilities is crucial to preventing utility accidents. Cross bores, where new utility lines inadvertently intersect existing pipelines, pose significant risks if not properly managed. This blog will explore the importance of cross bore inspections and how they can prevent utility accidents. Understanding Cross Bores Cross bores occur when new utility ... Maximizing Underground Infrastructure Efficiency with Pro-Pipe: The Power of Comprehensive Services Maintaining underground infrastructure is not just about occasional repairs—it’s about proactive management encompassing cleaning, assessment and rehabilitation. While some customers might turn to different providers for each aspect, consolidating these services with Pro-Pipe can yield significant benefits. Let’s explore why addressing all underground infrastructure needs collectively is ... How Technology Is Enhancing Cross Bore Inspection Cross bores are more common than you might initially think. According to the Cross Bore Safety Association (CBSA), underground sewer inspections show there’s about one cross bore in every half-mile of mainline sewer. And when you consider the number of problems that cross bores can pose to properties ... The earliest forms of underground utility lines required trenches to be dug before pipes, lines and cables could be laid. Not only was this a laborious and time-consuming process, but it also became exponentially more difficult in areas where lines already existed. The practice of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) began in the 1970s as a ... Municipalities and utilities owe it to their customers to perform infrastructure repairs in the fastest and most efficient way possible. This ensures that residents will endure the least disruption to their service and get the most value for their monthly water bills. For years, repairing broken water mains and sewer pipes was a very cost ... National Underground Group, owner of Pro-Pipe, a rapidly growing provider of water flow inspection, repair and cleaning services, announces the hiring of Ken Biele as Chief Executive Officer. A 30-year business veteran, Biele has a demonstrated history of successfully leading, growing and acquiring businesses for mid-size and large multinational public companies. In his new role, ... Full-wrap lateral seal connection incorporates full-length lateral lining “from the mainline” meeting ASTM F2561 MISSION VIEJO, California (February 21, 2018) – Professional Pipe Services, Inc. (Pro-Pipe), a leader in underground pipeline assessment and repair, is pleased to announce its partnership with Perma-Liner Industries (Perma-Liner™) to provide main/lateral connection lining services nationwide. As municipalities seek to ... 
