I DFI DFI, in collaboration with IIT Madras and the Chennai Chapter of the Indian Geotechnical Society, presents: ® DFI-India 2017: 7 Conference on Deep Foundation Technologies for Infrastructure Development in India th October 5-7, 2017 | IIT Madras, Chennai, India Registration is Open for DFI-India 2017 Chennai Chapter of the Indian Geotechnical Society for the 7 Conference on Deep Foundation Technologies for Infrastructure Development in India at IIT Madras in Chennai, India, on October 5-7, 2017. The event is expected to draw contractors, developers, local and Join DFI of India, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and th The conference program features presentations of accepted government representatives, designers, consultants and educators involved in geotechnical design and construction. The event starts with a one-day workshop being held October 5, followed by a two-day technical program on October 6-7. abstracts on deep foundations, deep excavations and ground improvement. Presentations will address the latest technologies in the areas of geotechnical investigation, analysis and design including seismic aspects, treated soil properties, computer software, tele- networking, instrumentation, testing, monitoring, installation/ construction equipment and methods, with supporting data on improvement of quality, productivity, safety and sustainability. Keynote Speakers Several renowned keynote speakers have been invited to share their expertise. • Dr. Prasad Yenumula, P.E., principal engineer, Duke Energy, USA – Design of Transmission Structure Foundations: State-of- the-Art Practices in the U.S. • Murali Krishna P, HSEQ manager, Keller Ground Engineering, India – Construction Safety for Foundation Projects in India and the Middle East • Richard Marshall, CHST, director of Safety, ADSC: International Association of Foundation Drilling, USA – Grouting, Deep Mixing and Diaphragm Walls: Achieving Success through Safety • Dr. Antonio Marinucci, P.E., MBA, principal, V2C Strategists, USA – Tip Post-Grouting of Drilled Shafts: Evaluation and Guidance • Filippo Mira-Catto, technical manager, Rodio Geotechnik AG Zurich – Soil Improvement by Jet-Grouting Technique • Michael Byle, P.E., D.GE, national discipline lead for Civil and Geotechnical Engineering, Tetra Tech, USA – Limited Mobility Grouting: Past, Present and Future The Exhibition Area features the latest products and services of equipment, material, instrumentation and testing technology providers as well as contractors and other vendors. The conference schedule includes dedicated time for attendees to visit the exhibit and network with colleagues and companies in the deep foundations industry. For more information or to register visit www.dfi-india2017.org . DEEP FOUNDATIONS • SEPT/OCT 2017 • 31 O T N A S D I N N U S T O I F T U E P T E E D
