Undergrounding Innovation: Construction Techniques
Innovation: Straight Conduit Installation.
Description/Definition: Reduces the internal friction that limits the length of underground cable pulls.
Impact: Reduced Installation Cost: Achieved by reducing friction in pulling cable through a serpentine conduit run and reduces labor cost, crew time spent in the field, and equipment expenditure.
John Fluharty, Project Executive
Troy Construction
John is a third generation utility construction executive, focused on underground construction for 40+ years. Past chairman of PCCA, current vice chair of CGA and current president of PDI2.
Chris Kissel, CEO
Champion Fiberglass
Chris brings experience in the oil and gas and natural resources sectors, along with experience as a field engineer with ExxonMobil, and as an investment banker with Goldman Sachs. He received his MBA from the Harvard Business School and his engineering degree from McGill University.
Matt Fredericks, Director of Business Development
Champion Fiberglass
Matt is a highly experienced executive in the electrical and utility contracts/end-user markets. He works closely with clients to bring innovative solutions to their construction challenges.
Scott Patchan, VP of Sales
Champion Fiberglass
Scott built cross functional expertise from more than 25 years experience with construction, manufacturing and distribution firms. He also brings strong analytical skills to address the most challenging construction environments.