January 2024 FPA Meeting and Speakers

  • 01/10/2024
  • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • The Ballroom at Tanglewood, 5430 Westheimer Ct, Houston, Tx 77056

Registration

4:00 PM (1.0 PDH)

Bioengineered Living Shoreline Technology

Presented by Ms. Alexis Mitchell with
SOX Erosion Solutions


BIO: Alexis Mitchell is the regional sales manger for SOX Erosion Solutions with eight years of experience in the commercial and industrial construction industry, with an emphasis on the civil sector. She obtained a bachelor of science in Agricultural Business from Sam Houston State University. She is from Cypress, Texas, and currently resides in Seabrook.


ABSTRACT: Since the 1990s, SOX Erosion Solutions has been protecting shorelines and hillsides from erosion. From coastal, lakes, to creeks, their bioengineered erosion control system immediately stops and repairs shoreline and hillside erosion, while promoting vegetation growth. Learn more about their light-weight, flexible, green technologies for long-lasting and effective erosion control.



5:00 PM (1.0 PDH)

The Use of Injection Grouts for Stopping Water and Stabilizing Soils in Industrial and Geotechnical Applications

Presented by Mr. Billy Jalomo with
Avanti Grout


BIO: Mr. Billy Jalomo is the West/South Central Regional Manager with Avanti Grout.


ABSTRACT: The use of injection grouts for stopping water and stabilizing soils in industrial and geotechnical applications will be discussed. This presentation focuses on the knowledge needed to make decisions in the field, using technologies and techniques for achieving maximum results, and a commonsense approach to problem solving with injection of acrylic, polyurethane and cementitious grouts. Learn how, when and why to grout.