IKT – Institute for Underground Infrastructure

Lining of Pressure Sewers: Evaluating One of the New Frontiers of Trenchless Technology

Posted 06. September 2019

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Our latest IKT Compare technology evaluation is examining the performance of lining systems for the trenchless rehabilitation of pressure sewers. The aim is to support sewer network operators in the selection of suitable systems and to provide them with certainty when developing tender documents, overseeing installation, accepting the work, and monitoring quality. There is still the opportunity for sewer network owners from other countries to join a partner project to…

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International Research Project: IKT Tests Passive Root Protection Measures in a Globally Unique Experimental Setup

Posted 04. September 2019

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Sewers and tree roots—this gets the alarm bells ringing for pipe network operators, because with root ingress, for example into sewers is something they are struggling with almost daily. In other networks, such as district heating, gas or drinking water, the roots around pipes are more problematic, as they can transfer enormous loading during storms, for example. You don’t want roots in the pipe trench and especially within the pipes. …

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IKT LinerReport 2018: Has Trend for Improving Quality Ended?

Posted 04. March 2019

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For more than ten years, the performance of CIPP liners continuously improved. But, in recent years the annual test results have sometimes been poorer. Is this a sign of a reversal in that trend?

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IKT’s Roland W. Waniek Celebrates 20th Job Anniversary

Posted 08. January 2019

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Today, Roland W. Waniek, Managing Director of IKT, celebrated his 20th job anniversary with IKT. He said: “These have been 20 exciting and intensive years. I would like to thank all employees and the Board Members for such good and successful collaboration over that time! And I look forward with confidence to the future.” Then he cut the cake.

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New Heavy Rain Testing Facility: Environment Minister Hands over Funding Decision for More than 9 Million Euro

Posted 28. November 2018

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IKT is building a globally unique test facility for heavy rainfall and urban flooding. The project, which costs around 11 million euros, is funded from the EU’s and North Rhine-Westphalia’s joint Fund for Research Infrastructures. NRW Environment Minister Ursula Heinen-Esser now visited IKT and presented the million-dollar funding decision. Overall objective: Preventing flooding from local heavy rainfall and protecting people and buildings.

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IKT Compare: Can Short Liners Repair House Connections?

Posted 31. October 2018

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Short liners are often the first choice for repairing local damage in house connections. But, can they deal with seriously damaged pipes? The results of the new IKT-Compare project “Short Liner for House Connections” are now available.

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