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Title: Big Data: Innovative Technology to make TBM Tunneling more Efficient
Duration: 48 minutes
Available On Demand
Summary
Modern TBMs are data-driven systems, from ground investigation tools ahead of the machine to touch-screen technology in operator’s cabins, to integration with programs on the surface. Today’s TBMs, paired with cutting-edge data collection and monitoring, can efficiently bore in even the most demanding circumstances.
In this complimentary 40-minute webinar, Robbins VP of Operations Steve Chorley and Aaron McClellan, Tunnel Superintendent III for Kiewit Underground, will explore the latest and greatest innovations in technology for TBMs. Nearly all the parameters of a TBM can be monitored today, and this data can be transmitted via radiating coaxial cables to offices on the surface or even mobile phones. Simple observations, such as cutterhead RPM and penetration rate in a given geology, can result in altered operational parameters and reduced thrust that can speed up advance and increase cutter life. All that is required is proactive analysis by management and engineers, and good communication with the TBM operator.
Relevant case studies from recent and ongoing projects will also be discussed. Submit your questions in advance to webinars@robbinstbm.com to get a thoughtful, well-researched answer during the Q&A session.
Speakers
Steve Chorley
Vice President - Operations
The Robbins Company
After serving as the Director of Operations for a number of years, Steve Chorley is now Vice President - Operations at the Robbins Company in Solon, Ohio. Steve holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and has over 35 years of extensive practical experience on large construction projects including the Channel Tunnel in the UK, the first phase of the Lesotho Highlands project in Africa and more recently on projects in Brazil, Chile, India & Italy. A native of Liverpool in the UK but currently residing and based in the USA, Steve is involved with all day-to-day operations and maintenance of all types of tunnel boring machines and associated equipment.
Aaron McClellan
Tunnel Superintendent
Kiewit Underground
Aaron McClellan has been Tunnel Superintendent for Kiewit Underground for the last 10 years. After graduating with a degree in Geological Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, McClellan began his work by primarily focusing on soft ground tunneling. He has worked on metro, water supply, and wastewater tunnels in North America, Europe, and Brazil, and has utilized all types of TBMs, from EPB to Slurry, Hard Rock, and Hybrid type machines. He has worked extensively on estimating and pursuing tunnel projects in the US and Canada in addition to his engineering, planning, and executing work as a superintendent.
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