Registration Now Open Wheels are in full motion for the upcoming International Conference 41 Annual Conference. Although it is still months away, the Annual Conference is a highly-anticipated event that attracts industry professionals from across the globe to gather and share experiences, exchange ideas and learn the current state of the practice from various disciplines. More than 125 companies are expected to exhibit the latest innovations in deep foundations technology. Registration for attendees, exhibitors and underwriters opened on Deep Foundations, Seepage Control and Remediation — DFI’s st at noon on Monday, January 11, at www.deepfoundations2016.org. The conference runs from October 12-15 at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City. Minutes from world-famous theaters and acclaimed dining, attendees will find countless attractions in NYC, making it an even more enticing travel destination for yourself, your colleagues and your family. This exciting location coupled with an innovative educational program and opportunities to network with professionals from around the world creates the perfect not-to-be-missed event. th The Conference Organizing Committee met at DFI’s 40 Annual Conference and continues to hold planning sessions and con- ference calls monthly, led by co-chairs Dr. Antonio Marinucci, MBA, P.E., consultant; Silas Nichols, P.E., of the Federal Highway Admin- istration; and David Paul, P.E., of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Two Tracks The conference features two tracks. Here is what you can expect: Deep Foundations Track: The deep foundations and earth retention systems track focuses on planning and mitigation, design and construction, project delivery, communication and training, incorporation of emerging technology, data management, risk and liability, and advancements for the following topics: • Deep Foundations and Earth Retention Used in Urban Construction • Use of Alternative Project Delivery for Deep Foundations Projects — What, Why and How • Resiliency and Sustainability — Protecting Our Cities and Support Structures • Addressing and Resolving Issues Facing an Ever-Changing Industry • Innovative Solutions for Challenging Ground Conditions and Project Requirements • Data Integration and Management to Improve Design, Lower Risk and Improve Products • Use of Emerging Technologies in Planning, Design, Construction and QC/QA • Mitigating Risk and Litigation Through Better Communication Seepage Control and Remediation Track: The new seepage control and remediation track focuses on foundation challenges, design and construction, case histories, historic performance data, QC/QA and new R&D for the following seepage-related topics: • Solving Underground Problems in Water Infrastructure Systems • Case Histories on Risk Management and Long-Term Performance • Seepage Barrier Material Design and Placement/Installation • Data Management for Construction Optimization and Final Product Acceptance • Subsurface Characterization Practices and Selection and Design of Cutoff Technologies • Cutoffs for Dewatering Applications and Temporary Cofferdams • Verification Methods and Acceptance Criteria for Seepage Barriers • Current Research and Future Research Needs The conference also includes meetings of the DFI Board of Trustees and Committee Chairs on Tuesday, October 11, followed by meetings of the 18 Technical Committees and 3 Working Groups on Wednesday, October 12. Wednesday through Saturday, October 13-15, includes technical sessions, special lectures, networking lunches and receptions, exhibitor displays, and an awards banquet. Get updates and register for this dynamic event at www.deepfoundations2016.org. DEEP FOUNDATIONS • JAN/FEB 2016 • 31
