Nathan Beste, Author at Trident Solutions

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National Preparedness Month: Take Control in 1,2,3

Safety & Awareness, Trident / Nathan Beste

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to focus on being prepared for all types of disasters, from natural to man-made. National Preparedness reminds us of the importance of being focused, having a plan, and staying informed. This year’s theme is, “Take Control in 1,2,3.” The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us that we need to […]

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6 Frequently Asked Questions about the BABAA

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The BABA Act, also known as the Build America Buy American Act, is a proposed legislation that aims to strengthen domestic manufacturing and promote the procurement of American-made products for federal infrastructure projects. The act was passed as a law on November 15, 2021, and formally went into effect on May 14, 2022. The Act

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PHSMA Awards $25 Million to Pipeline Safety

Industry Insights, Trident / Nathan Beste

The US pipeline infrastructure is a critical component of the country’s energy supply chain. These pipelines transport oil, natural gas, and other energy resources across the US to power homes and businesses alike. While these pipelines are safe, accidents and leaks can occur, which is why regulations exist to ensure that these pipelines are appropriately

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Trench Safety Month: Raising Awareness

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Trench safety month is observed every year in June. It is a month dedicated to raising awareness about the hazards involved in trenching and excavation work. The goal is to promote safe work practices and prevent accidents and fatalities from occurring on the job site. Digging trenches and excavating is common in many industries such

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Data Driven Utility Marking Decisions

Industry Insights, Trident / Nathan Beste

This article was recently published in the 2023 July/August edition of ISE Magazine. According to the 2021 DIRT report1 (Damage Information Reporting Tool), over 90,000 reported damages occurred to underground telecommunications and cable TV lines in the United States alone. The total number of damages has risen significantly since 2019, and the total estimated cost

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What is Reclaimed Water?

Field & Product Education, Trident / Nathan Beste

Reclaimed water is treated wastewater that is safe and suitable for a purpose that would use other water resources. It is classified according to the source from which it originated. It may come from either domestic or industrial activities. How Can Reclaimed Water Be Used? Reclaimed water has two major purposes, direct and indirect use.

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7 Cool Facts About the History of Plumbing

Field & Product Education, Trident / Nathan Beste

You don’t often hear the word “cool” associated with “plumbing”, but here at Trident we can’t help but get excited about anything and everything related to underground utilities. Having access to indoor plumbing and water is something we often take for granted, but if you take a moment to learn some of the unique history

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Protect the Connect! Why Connectors Matter

Field & Product Education, Trident / Nathan Beste

A tracer wire system is only as good as its weakest connection. Solid connections ensure continuity of the signal throughout the tracer wire system, so its vital to use connectors that are water and corrosion-proof to protect vulnerable wire splices and keep the locate signal flowing across connections. Using cheap alternatives like electrical tape will

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The 5 Simple Steps of Calling Before You Dig

Safety & Awareness, Trident / Nathan Beste

April is National Safe Digging Month in the United States, and it’s an opportunity to raise public awareness about the importance of safety when engaging in digging activities. Springtime marks the start of the digging season, so the initiative is aimed at encouraging individuals, companies, and organizations to “call before they dig” to help prevent

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