--- title: Newsletter 117 --- [Skip to content](https://foundations.pile.com/newsletter117#main-content) ![2011 Sept. Newsletter_img_1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2011%20Sept.%20Newsletter_img_1.jpg?width=150&height=158&name=2011%20Sept.%20Newsletter_img_1.jpg "2011 Sept. Newsletter_img_1") ## Did you know? PDI's ATLAS Secure Cloud Database is available for the Thermal Integrity Profiler (TIP), Saximeter-Q (SAX-Q), and the Pile Installation Recorder (PIR). - [State of Practice Seminar](https://foundations.pile.com/newsletter117#a9) - [PDI Repairs & Recalibrations](https://foundations.pile.com/newsletter117#a3) -  [New GRL Engineers](https://foundations.pile.com/newsletter117#a2)  - [Events](https://foundations.pile.com/newsletter117#a4) Newsletter No. 117- March 2026 ## **Advanced, Comprehensive QA/QC Programs: Aiding Accelerated Construction Schedules** by Travis Coleman, P.E. and Brandon Phetteplace, P.E. The United States faces an aging energy infrastructure while electricity demand continues to grow rapidly. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, electricity demand from data centers alone could double by the end of the decade and nearly 50 percent of U.S. transmission and distribution assets are at or beyond their design life. Data centers, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and transmission upgrades are being planned and constructed in parallel to support surging electricity demands. The delivery schedule for this infrastructure has become as critical as the infrastructure itself. Delays can postpone grid capacity and create impacts throughout interconnected systems. As a result, the key question for many projects has shifted from *how they can be built* to *how quickly they can be delivered.* This push for accelerated construction schedules influences strategy across the entire project team. Developers, engineers, contractors, and testing firms must all adapt to tighter timelines. In this environment, deep foundation quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programs should not be viewed as a simple compliance requirement, or “box to check.” Instead, a comprehensive testing program that leverages advanced technologies can help deliver high-quality foundations while keeping projects on schedule. These technologies can identify issues with means and methods, material deficiencies, and unexpected geotechnical conditions by testing and assessing rapidly during production/installation. Foundation performance is critical to the long-term reliability of energy infrastructure. However, these elements cannot be visually inspected or easily accessed after installation. The consequences of inadequate or poorly performing foundations are severe - if anomalies are identified. The resulting next steps are typically intrusive coring, large scale excavation or performing additional NDT testing. On a large infrastructure project, a small delay to one foundation installation can have major ripple effects throughout the project schedule. The ability to identify issues during installation helps maintain schedule certainty. Advanced QA/QC technologies provide real-time information, enabling project teams to make informed decisions without slowing construction progress.  Some of the QA/QC technologies employed on accelerated construction schedules include:  ![PDA Bridge-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PDA%20Bridge-1.jpg?width=2000&height=1500&name=PDA%20Bridge-1.jpg "PDA Bridge-1") ![SQUID-SkyTrain-HiRes](https://foundations.pile.com/hubfs/SQUID-SkyTrain-HiRes.jpeg "SQUID-SkyTrain-HiRes") ![PXL_20250210_174257489](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20250210_174257489.jpg?width=2000&height=1907&name=PXL_20250210_174257489.jpg "PXL_20250210_174257489") When implemented as part of a coordinated QA/QC program, these advanced technologies allow project teams to verify foundation performance while maintaining aggressive construction schedules. Rather than treating testing as a final verification step, the QA/QC should be considered part of the construction workflow. Engineers, contractors, and testing specialists collaborate to determine the tests, testing quantity, and specific locations that provide the greatest project value without disrupting accelerated construction schedules. --- ## 2026 State of Practice Seminar Tour - 6.5 PDHs Offered ![SOP news](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SOP%20news.png?width=485&name=SOP%20news.png "SOP news") [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/state-of-practice-seminar-2026) Pile Dynamics, Inc and GRL Engineers are hosting one-day seminars covering the Benefits, Methods, Interpretations, Risks and Implementations of Quality Control Practices for the deep foundations industry. The State of Practice Seminars are intended for designers, specifiers, contractors, owners, and others involved in deep foundations looking to optimize design, construction time, and project cost. Case studies of projects localized to each market will be discussed. **6.5 Professional Development Hours** will be provided per registrant. Your registration fee includes all presentation materials, breakfast, lunch and parking. Upcoming Dates & Locations: 5/4/26 - Seattle                  9/14/26 - Atlanta 5/6/26 - Vancouver, BC     9/16/26 - Philadelphia 5/8/26 - Denver                 9/18/26 - New York City --- ## Sending in your PDI unit for Repair or Calibration? [![Repairs Pg-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Repairs%20Pg-1.png?width=420&height=547&name=Repairs%20Pg-1.png)](https://www.pile.com/repairs) To help prevent shipping delays, customs issues, and unnecessary duties when sending your PDI unit in for repair or recalibration, we’ve created a streamlined **PDI Repair or Recalibration Form**. All **domestic and international repairs** require this form to be completed **before** a repair or recalibration request can be initiated. The online form ensures that all required details—such as product name, serial number, item value, and a description of the issue—are provided upfront. Supplying this information helps our Repairs Team begin processing immediately and avoids costly delays. If you are submitting multiple items, you may also upload an Excel file for convenience. For **international repairs**, the form includes the **Importer’s Declaration of U.S. Goods Returned**. Once submitted, you will receive a signed version of this document, which is required for customs clearance. This helps shipments move smoothly through international borders and complies with U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements, reducing the likelihood of delays or unexpected charges. The [Repairs & Recalibration](https://www.pile.com/repairs/) Form Provides: - Faster turnaround times - Fewer custom delays - Clearer understanding of shipping responsibilities and associated costs - More reliable tracking with complete and accurate documentation To submit a Repair or Recalibration form, visit [Repairs & Recalibration](https://www.pile.com/repairs/) - Pile Dynamics, Inc. --- ## GRL Engineers, Inc. Welcomes Indralal Subedi ![SubediI-Headshot-Web](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SubediI-Headshot-Web.jpg?width=120&height=175&name=SubediI-Headshot-Web.jpg) Indralal Subedi joined GRL Engineers as a Staff Engineer located in the Cleveland, Ohio office. He received his Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering at the Institute of Engineering, Pulchowk Campus, and received his Master’s in Civil Engineering from  Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.      --- ## PDI Troubleshooting & Technical Support  **PDI Technical Support and Troubleshooting** just got easier. Simply contact [support@pile.com](mailto:support@pile.com) to streamline all troubleshooting and technical support inquiries.  One email reaches the appropriate support team expert to quickly address your inquiry - all funneled through [support@pile.com](mailto:support@pile.com).  ![fast](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fast.png?width=110&height=110&name=fast.png "fast") Fast Response Time ![user](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/user.png?width=110&height=110&name=user.png "user") Trusted Support Team ![quality](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/quality.png?width=100&height=100&name=quality.png "quality") Dedication to Quality ## Upcoming Events ![DFDTA-2](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DFDTA-2.jpg?width=533&height=410&name=DFDTA-2.jpg) ## Seminar: Deep Foundation Integrity Testing and Wave Equation Analysis - DFDTA March 16, 2026 - Orlando, FL [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/seminar-deep-foundation-integrity-testing-and-wave-equation-analysis-dfdta-orlando/) ![DFDTA-2](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DFDTA-2.jpg?width=533&height=410&name=DFDTA-2.jpg) ## Workshop: High Strain Dynamic Foundation Testing - DFDTA March 16, 2026 - Orlando, FL [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/dfdta-orlando/) ![JNGG](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/JNGG.png?width=232&height=300&name=JNGG.png) ## Conference: JNGG 2026 April 7-10, 2026 - Grenoble, France [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/jngg-2026/) ![ASCE-logo](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ASCE-logo.jpg?width=220&height=104&name=ASCE-logo.jpg) ## Conference: 35th ASCE Central Pennsylvania Geotechnical April 15-17, 2026 - Hershey, PA [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/central-pa-geotechnical-conference/) ![Colombia Seminar](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Colombia%20Seminar.jpg?width=836&height=371&name=Colombia%20Seminar.jpg) ## Seminar: II Seminario Internacional de Geotechnica 20-21, April 2026 - Bogota, Colombia [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/seminar-colombia/) ![PDCA-logo](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PDCA-logo.jpg?width=440&height=181&name=PDCA-logo.jpg) ## Workshop: PDCA's Engineers Driven Pile Institute (EDPI) April 21-22, 2026 - Houston, TX [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/edpi-2026/) ![Colombia Seminar](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Colombia%20Seminar.jpg?width=836&height=371&name=Colombia%20Seminar.jpg) ## Seminar: II Seminario Internacional de Geotechnica 23-24, April 2026 - Cali, Colombia [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/seminar-ii-seminario-internacional-de-geotechnia-cali-colombia/) ![Backdrop Web-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg?width=1200&height=600&name=Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg) ## Seminar: State of Practice - Benefits, Methods, Risks and Implementation of Deep Foundation Quality Assurance Methods May 4, 2026 - Seattle, WA [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/state-of-practice-seminar-2026/) ![Backdrop Web-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg?width=1200&height=600&name=Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg) ## Seminar: State of Practice - Benefits, Methods, Risks and Implementation of Deep Foundation Quality Assurance Methods May 6, 2026 [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/state-of-practice-seminar-2026/) ![Backdrop Web-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg?width=1200&height=600&name=Backdrop%20Web-1.jpg) ## Seminar: State of Practice - Benefits, Methods, Risks and Implementation of Deep Foundation Quality Assurance Methods May 8, 2026 - Denver, CO [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/state-of-practice-seminar-2026/) ![University-of-Kansas-Transportation-Center-logo](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/University-of-Kansas-Transportation-Center-logo.jpg?width=200&height=65&name=University-of-Kansas-Transportation-Center-logo.jpg) ## Conference: 49th Southwest Geotechnical Engineering May 12-14, 2026 - Tempe, AZ [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/49th-southwest-geotechnical-engineering-conference/) ![Image-12-212x300](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image-12-212x300.png?width=212&height=300&name=Image-12-212x300.png) ## Seminar: Advanced Solutions for Drilled Foundations May 12, 2026 - Bangkok, Thailand [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/seminar-advanced-solutions-for-drilled-foundations/) ![Image-12-212x300](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image-12-212x300.png?width=212&height=300&name=Image-12-212x300.png) ## Workshop: State of Practice: High Strain Dynamic Testing and Low Strain Integrity Testing May 13-15, 2026 - Bangkok, Thailand [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/state-of-practice-advanced-solutions-for-drilled-foundations-thailand/) ![PilingandGroundImprovementConference2026-logo-242x300](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PilingandGroundImprovementConference2026-logo-242x300.png?width=242&height=300&name=PilingandGroundImprovementConference2026-logo-242x300.png) ## Conference: 2025 DFI-PFSF Piling and Ground Improvement May 18-20, 2026 - Sydney, Australia [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/dfi-pfsf-piling-ground-improvement-conference/) ![ICSMGE-Austria-logo-693c40c627e65-300x188](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ICSMGE-Austria-logo-693c40c627e65-300x188.jpg?width=300&height=188&name=ICSMGE-Austria-logo-693c40c627e65-300x188.jpg) ## Conference: ICSMGE 2026 June 14-19, 2026 - Vienna, Austria - Booth 73 & 74 [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/conference-icsmge-2026-austria/) ![TRACCS-logo-300x115](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TRACCS-logo-300x115.jpg?width=300&height=115&name=TRACCS-logo-300x115.jpg) ## Conference: TRACCS Rail Day June 17-18, 2026 - Ontario, Canada [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/rail-day-2026/) ![DFI-SuperPile-26-300x242](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DFI-SuperPile-26-300x242.png?width=300&height=242&name=DFI-SuperPile-26-300x242.png) ## Conference: SuperPile '26 June 24-26, 2026 - New Orleans, LA - Booth #307 [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/superpile-2026/) ![AASHTO-logo-300x263](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AASHTO-logo-300x263.png?width=300&height=263&name=AASHTO-logo-300x263.png) ## Meeting: AASHTO Bridges and Structures 2026 Annual Meeting June 28 - July 2, 2026 - Charlotte, NC [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/aashto-bridges-and-structures-2026-annual-meeting/) ![PDCA-logo-1](https://foundations.pile.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PDCA-logo-1.jpg?width=440&height=181&name=PDCA-logo-1.jpg) ## Conference: PDCA 26th Annual Conference & Expo July 7-9, 2026 - Orlando, FL - Booth #211 [Learn More](https://www.pile.com/events/pdca-26th-annual-conference/)