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Technical Session - August 2013

Posted by jen on 08/03/2013 12:00 am  /   Technical Session

ASCE Dallas Branch Technical Session Presentation
Mechanically Stabilized Earth Technology
SAVE THE DATE: Monday, August 12, 2013, 1pm-2pm

The Reinforced Earth Company (RECo) is credited as the inventor of Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) technology. The company operates as a designer-material supplier. Designated by ENR as one of the top 125 Civil Engineering innovations of the century, MSE is the world’s most widely used solution for the construction of retaining walls and ground stabilization systems. 50 years of Research and Development, and more than 40,000 structures in service has led to the technology being applied for constructing structures for highways and bridges, protective structures, dams and bulkheads, industrial storage facilities, and many other applications in the Civil Engineering fields.

The presentation will provide participants with an overview of the design approach for MSE, and will highlight the considerations to be given in evaluating and selecting optimal solutions for earth retention requirements. Choice of soil reinforcement, siting considerations, installation procedures, architectural considerations as well as examples of extreme applications for MSE and emerging trends in the use of MSE in developing market segments will be discussed.

A short discussion on the use of precast concrete arches for large-scale culverts, short-to-medium span bridges, and cut-and-cover tunnels will also be included.


TECHNICAL SESSION PRESENTERS

Main Speaker

Tom Schick

Tom Schick graduated with a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland in 1977. The first 4 years of his professional career were spent with Conrail where he gained experiences in the railroad industry. Then in May of 1981, he began his current employment with RECo. Tom earned his MBA from the University of Dallas and holds active membership in ASCE including past service as the Fort Worth Branch President. Tom is a licensed PE in Maryland and Texas. Tom is currently the Vice President and Division Manager of the Central Division and is based in RECo’s Euless, Texas regional office.

Introduction By:

John Shall

John is a 1984 Graduate of the University of Maryland and holds a BS in Technical Management. Following 2 years of service with the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington DC he joined RECo in 1985 as a Draftsperson. John furthered his education and his career with RECo while holding several positions including Project Manager and Purchasing Manager. John currently serves as National Accounts, Business Development Manager based in RECo’s Corporate office in Reston, Virginia.

                 

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