VHS | DIVERSIFIED UNDERGROUND AT THE SUE MEETING

“At the SUE Association Meeting in Nashville, host Forrest Sim chats with Josh from Diversified Underground about the company’s work in utility locating and potholing across Colorado and surrounding states. Learn how this regional company stays ahead in an evolving industry by networking and keeping up with the latest trends in subsurface utility engineering. Diversified Underground exemplifies the importance of …

COMPETERS ACQUIRED BY URBINT

We’re thrilled to share that Competers has been acquired by Urbint, a leader in AI-powered solutions for infrastructure safety and resilience. Our customers can expect the same great service they always have, and more! Our CEO, SHANE HART, had this to say: “Teaming up with Urbint gives us a larger platform and advanced new technology that will help us make …

VHS | EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

The underground excavation industry offers an exciting and rewarding career path for those who thrive in dynamic, hands-on environments. As highlighted in the above video, becoming an equipment operator is more than just operating machinery – it’s about precision, safety, and contributing to critical infrastructure projects. From using advanced technology to excavate underground spaces to ensuring utilities remain undisturbed, equipment …

VHS | INSTALLING UNDERGROUND INFRASTRUCTURE FOR AN AIRPORT

Construction projects rarely go off without a hitch, and that’s part of what makes them exciting. In a recent video update, the Sy-Con team in Northwest Arkansas shared their progress on an ambitious infrastructure project, detailing the trials, triumphs, and team spirit that drive success. Setting the Scene: Sewer Install Meets Airport Access Road The project revolves around installing critical …

VHS | THIS IS HOW FIBER IS INSTALLED UNDERGROUND

This week on VHS, we’re taking a deep dive into the fascinating process of underground construction for fiber internet. Here’s a closer look at how internet service providers (ISPs) install underground fiber lines, connecting homes and businesses to reliable, high-speed internet.The process starts with careful planning and precision equipment. Our crew uses advanced boring machines to drill beneath sidewalks and …

VHS | THE ALL STAR ROUNDTABLE

The All-Star Panel on The Roundtable, produced by Planet Underground, had an insightful discussion among industry leaders on the evolving landscape of damage prevention, focusing on future technology and methods. Chaired by Jemmie Wang, the panel delves into pressing questions about leveraging new technologies to enhance the management of crowded underground utility rights-of-way. The discussion considers whether we are on …

UNSAFE TRENCHES KILL

Trench collapses are devastatingly lethal. They can claim the lives of employees, coworkers, and friends in an instant, turning preventable accidents into tragedies. Every collapse is a stark reminder of how crucial it is to keep trench safety a priority, not just in policy but in practice. To protect teams, all trenches must be safeguarded with proper protective systems, like …

VHS | TEXAS HOMEOWNER CLAIM DENIED AFTER WATER MAIN BREAKS 3 TIMES

This video recounts the story of a Dallas homeowner, Robert Brown, who faced over $350,000 in damage after a city-owned water main burst multiple times behind his home. The water main broke in February 2023, February 2024, and August 2024, causing severe flooding in his Preston Hollow neighborhood. Despite filing claims with both the city and his insurance company, both …

VHS | TAMPA ELECTRIC CEO TALKS MILTON MOBILIZATION

This video provides a valuable insight into how electric utilities, like Tampa Electric, prepare year-round for hurricanes. CEO Archie Collins explains how the company is ready to tackle challenges like storm surge, high winds, and supply chain issues with transformers. Having faced hurricanes Debby and Helene earlier, their preparedness, including a robust transformer inventory, ensures they can swiftly restore power …

VHS | GROUND PENETRATING RADAR

Morehead City’s Public Services recently acquired a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) unit, to assist with locating underground utilities. The GPR was successfully used at Big Rock Stadium to locate irrigation boxes buried under several inches of soil. The device operates by displaying underground objects as parabola shapes on a screen, allowing for easier identification. It can scan up to 30 …