Helical 101: a 3-day training hosted by USA and ECP

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This September, USA and ECP are joining forces to host a 3-day, all expenses paid training series. Entitled Helical 101, this training series features in-depth classroom trainings, field demonstrations, and box seat tickets for the Kansas City Royals baseball game. Transportation to and from all locations and all meals will be provided by ECP. Below is a basic outline of the event; for a full schedule outline and breakdown of events, click here or on the event flyer on this page to download the full event brochure.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL & NETWORKING

Travel to Kansas City and join us for an evening of networking, great food, and a warm welcome to kick off your training experience.

• BY 4:15 PM — ARRIVAL & HOTEL CHECK-IN
  Arrive in Kansas City, check in to the hotel, and settle in before the evening events.

• 6:15 PM — HAPPY HOUR RECEPTION
  Connect with fellow attendees, our team, and industry partners.

• 7:30 PM — WELCOME DINNER
  Enjoy dinner together and get to know your peers before training begins.

DAY 2: CLASSROOM TRAINING

Build a strong foundation through in-depth instruction on helical anchor systems, engineering principles, and utility installation best practices.

• 7:00 - 8:00 AM — BREAKFAST
  Provided by hotel

• 8:00 - 12:00 PM — HELICAL ANCHOR FUNDAMENTALS
  Helical Anchor Basics ▪ Engineering Principles ▪ Design Criteria ▪ Torque Theory ▪ Soil Considerations ▪ Installation Concepts

• 12:00 - 1:00 PM — LUNCH - J’S BBQ
  Catered lunch on-site.

• 1:00 - 4:00 PM — HELICAL ANCHOR FUNDAMENTALS
  Relationship Between Torque & Kips ▪ Power Install vs. No-Wrench ▪ 5,500 ft-lb vs. 7,000 ft-lb RCS ▪ Installation Guidelines ▪ Determining When to Stop Installing ▪ Product Line Overview

• 4:30 PM — KANSAS CITY ROYALS GAME
  Depart hotel at 4:30 PM ▪ Transportation provided

DAY 3: FIELD DEMONSTRATIONS

Apply what you've learned through hands-on field demonstrations and real-world installation techniques.

• 7:00 - 7:45 AM — BREAKFAST
  Provided by hotel

• 7:45 AM — DEPART FOR ECP FACILITY
  Transportation provided

• 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM — LIVE FIELD DEMONSTRATIONS
  Equipment Setup ▪ Drive Tools ▪ Installing a Helical Anchor ▪ Recording Installation Data ▪ Proper Installation Techniques ▪ Common Mistakes ▪ Reading Torque ▪ Tension Test

• 12:00 - 1:00 PM —LUNCH (OPTIONAL) @CASA AMIGOS
  Attendees with early flights may depart directly for the airport.

• 1:00 - 4:00 PM — DEPARTURES
  Attendees with flights departing 5:00 PM or later are welcome to remain for lunch.

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If you or your company are interested in attending, please reach out immediately to USA’s Product Line Manager for ECP, Ashley Slawter:

Ashley Slawter
Ashley.Slawter@UtilityServiceAgency.net
919-263-8687