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Connecticut receives $27.5 million for lead pipe replacement
Connecticut will receive $27.5 million in federal funding to identify and replace lead service lines, helping communities reduce lead exposure and upgrade aging drinking water infrastructure.
Solvent welding best practices for reliable underground pipe joints
Proper solvent cement selection, environmental awareness and installation technique remain critical for reliable underground PVC, CPVC and ABS pipe systems.
EPA announces $2.9 billion for lead pipe replacement projects nationwide
The EPA is distributing nearly $2.9 billion to states for lead pipe replacement, drinking water infrastructure upgrades and lead service line identification projects.
Chicago gas pipe replacement plan could add billions in customer costs
An Illinois consumer advocacy analysis says alternative rehabilitation methods could reduce costs tied to Chicago’s large-scale gas pipeline replacement program.
House passes broadband permitting bills to accelerate infrastructure deployment
The Plastics Pipe Institute is backing newly passed House broadband permitting bills aimed at reducing delays and accelerating infrastructure deployment as federal funding ramps up.
Atkore sells HDPE pipe business to Infra Pipes, retains 10% stake
Atkore has sold its HDPE pipe and conduit business to Infra Pipes, retaining a 10% stake as part of a strategic shift toward core electrical product markets.
Griffolyn pre-liners improve CIPP performance in pipe rehabilitation
Griffolyn pre-liners are designed to improve CIPP pipe rehabilitation by preventing liner damage, reducing resin washout and enhancing performance in challenging underground conditions.
HDPE training program helps utilities reduce leaks, strengthen workforce
A national HDPE pipeline training program is helping utilities reduce water loss, prevent leaks and build a skilled infrastructure workforce through hands-on education.
RIDGID expands FlexShaft line with KM-1004 milling machine for pipe restoration work
RIDGID, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, launched the FlexShaft KM-1004 Milling Machine, its first solution engineered specifically to deliver high-speed milling performance, wall-to-wall drain cleaning and all-day runtime for demanding pipe rehabilitation and restoration work.
NY's $250-million lead pipe replacement program raises procurement concerns
New York’s $250 million water infrastructure funding program for lead service line replacement is drawing industry scrutiny, with calls for open, material-neutral procurement to ensure cost-effective project delivery and faster removal of aging underground pipes.
Stantec-Rados to design 11-mile recycled water pipeline in Southern California
Stantec and Rados will design an 11-mile recycled water pipeline and pump station in San Bernardino County to deliver recycled water to the Inland Empire Utilities Agency system.
Infra Pipes consolidates North American HDPE pipe operations under single brand
Infra Pipes has unified its U.S. and Canadian HDPE pipe operations under a single brand and launched a new website aimed at simplifying access to product and application data for underground infrastructure projects.
Rate filing backs $577 million Illinois plan for pipe replacement, PFAS compliance
Illinois American Water has filed a rate request to support approximately $577 million in water and wastewater infrastructure investments, including pipeline replacement, lead service line removal, treatment upgrades and PFAS compliance projects through 2027.
PHMSA warns of heat risks in aging plastic gas distribution pipelines following deadly Pennsylvania explosion
PHMSA has issued a safety advisory warning natural gas distribution operators about heat-related failure risks in aging Aldyl A plastic pipelines, following a fatal 2023 explosion in Pennsylvania.
Idaho water systems land $13 million for pipe replacement, storage tanks and mains
Idaho communities will advance pipe replacement, transmission main upgrades and new water storage tanks after $13 million in federal funding was approved for American Falls, Bellevue, Fort Hall and Rigby.
Florida water pipeline uses curved steel casing in microtunneling first
A Florida water transmission project is using curved steel casing to navigate constrained underground corridors without adding shafts. The approach offers a new option for microtunneling in dense utility environments where straight-line alignments are difficult.
Baltimore Key Bridge rebuild hits $5.2 billion as pier protection drives costs
The cost to rebuild Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge has doubled to as much as $5.2 billion, driven by expanded pier protection, deeper foundations, and updated safety standards.
Plastics Pipe Institute marks 75 years advancing plastic piping systems
The Plastics Pipe Institute is marking 75 years of advancing plastic piping systems for water, wastewater, energy and utility infrastructure. From standards development to sustainability advocacy, PPI’s work continues to shape modern underground infrastructure across North America and beyond.
EPA earmarks $3 billion to accelerate lead pipe replacements nationwide
The EPA has announced $3 billion in new State Revolving Fund (SRF) dollars to accelerate removal of lead service lines nationwide, along with $1.1 billion in redistributed unused funds. Updated inventories show roughly 4 million remaining lead pipes—far fewer than previously estimated—allowing states to target replacements more efficiently.
Plastic pipe industry launches campaign to counter misinformation, promote sustainability
A coalition of North America’s leading plastic pipe associations — PPI, PPFA, and PVCPA — has launched The Truth About Plastic Pipe campaign to counter misinformation and highlight the proven performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of plastic piping systems.
Eversource replacing 18,600 feet of Danbury, Conn., gas pipelines with modern plastic
Eversource is replacing 18,600 feet of aging natural gas lines in Danbury, Conn., with durable plastic pipe to improve safety, reduce leaks, and enhance long-term service reliability.
PPI voices support for FLOW Act to accelerate lead line replacement
The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today announced its strong support of the Financing Lead Out of Water (FLOW) Act, H.R. 3892. This bipartisan legislation will help communities across the country accelerate the removal of hazardous lead service lines.
SIPP Americas expands into Canada with strategic licensing agreement
SIPP Americas LLC, a leading provider of trenchless pipe rehabilitation solutions, is proud to announce that Canadian Induracoat Corporation, headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, has joined its expanding network as a licensed applicator of Resiline® products in Canada.
Jeremy Wagner leads NASSCO through eventful year
Having originally joined the wastewater industry on the software development side more than 20 years ago, Wagner is now president and CEO of PipeLogix, a pipeline inspection software company based in Palm Desert, Calif.
Gas pipeline installed before the Great Chicago Fire removed from service
A 164-year-old gas pipeline installed before the Great Chicago Fire has been removed from service beneath Wabash Avenue as part of Peoples Gas’ downtown Chicago infrastructure upgrade.
Pennsylvania American Water to replace 550 lead service lines in New Castle
The project will replace approximately 550 identified lead water service lines. Removing all leaded components will improve water quality for customers and aligns with regulatory initiatives.
BGE refutes claims of pipeline safety risks tied to falsified contractor audit
BGE has rejected claims by the Maryland PSC that its gas pipeline safety was compromised due to a former employee’s falsified inspection. The company insists no systemwide risks exist and defends its disciplinary handling of the matter.
Massachusetts awards $1.24 billion for water, wastewater infrastructure projects
Massachusetts awarded $1.24 billion in loans and grants to fund 67 water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the state, supporting clean water, PFAS remediation, and energy efficiency improvements.
Columbus, Ohio, commits $1 billion to replace aging lead pipes by 2037
Columbus is investing $1 billion to replace up to 50,000 lead and galvanized water service lines by 2037, aiming to reduce long-term exposure risks and protect public health.
Griffolyn pre-liners improve reliability in trenchless pipe lining
Griffolyn reinforced pre-liners offer added protection and reliability during CIPP trenchless pipe rehabilitation, helping prevent resin washout, liner buckling, and installation delays in water and sewer infrastructure projects.
- OSHA investigates fatal trench collapse at Conroe construction site
- Final Lake Erie sewer tunnel project set to begin after decades-long $3 billion effort
- Texas811 launches real-time excavation detection to prevent utility strikes
- Oil pipeline struck during fiber optic construction spills into L.A. storm drains
- Fiber drilling strike triggers major sewer failure, lawsuits in Florida
- Texas811 launches real-time excavation detection to prevent utility strikes
- Race Communications breaks ground on Bakersfield fiber network
- Final Lake Erie sewer tunnel project set to begin after decades-long $3 billion effort
- Inside Infrastructure: Utility locators warn of systemic failures in damage prevention process
- Senate passes PIPELINE Safety Act aimed at strengthening buried utility protection