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The Ladtech approach is lessening the burden on landfills.
Ladtech, a pioneer in the recycling industry, is not only committed to sustainability but also plays a significant role in reducing waste impact on infrastructure in America. By transforming American waste, like high-density polyethylene (HDPE), into valuable resources, Ladtech mitigates...
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Precision Meets Performance: The Next Evolution in Ladtech Installation
Precision Meets Performance: The Next Evolution in Ladtech Installation At Ladtech, we are constantly looking for ways to streamline the installation process while maintaining the uncompromising quality that prevents Inflow...
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The Real Cost of Tradition: Why the Industry’s Default Is Bankrupting Our Infrastructure.
For 30 years, Ladtech HDPE adjustment rings have done one thing consistently: exposing the hidden cost of “business as usual.” If you sit at the top of a utilities organization,...
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The Cost of Tradition
Why “Business as Usual” is Failing Our Infrastructure In the world of municipal infrastructure, “tradition” is often used as a shield against progress. We see it across the country: municipalities...
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Raising the Standard: Why Ladtech is the First and Final Word in Underground Infrastructure
Raising the Standard: Why Ladtech is the First and Final Word in Underground Infrastructure In the world of underground utilities, the “chimney” section of a manhole is often the weakest...
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The Invisible Infrastructure: What’s Really Inside Your Manhole?
The Invisible Infrastructure: What’s Really Inside Your Manhole? For most residents, a manhole is nothing more than an iron lid in the middle of the street. But for municipal leaders...
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Beyond the Freeze – Permanent Solutions to Winter's Road War
Beyond the Freeze – Permanent Solutions to Winter’s Road War ❄️ The Winter Assault on Infrastructure: Stopping the Freeze-Thaw Cycle for Good The Challenge Continues The calendar has officially flipped...
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The Manhole Adjusting Ring
In every city, under every street, there’s a quiet choice being made—one that shapes budgets, safety, and the future of infrastructure. It’s the choice between comfort and growth. For most...
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The Critical Importance of Proper Installation for Ladtech HDPE Rings
In the world of infrastructure, the longevity and performance of a product are directly tied to the quality of its installation. At Ladtech, we pride ourselves on manufacturing the most...
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Preparing Your Roadways for the Freeze: A Fall Checklist
As the vibrant hues of summer fade and the crisp air of autumn settles in, it’s time for municipalities and public works departments to turn their attention to a crucial...
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Breaking Free from the I&I Rut: A Long-Term Solution for Sustainable Infrastructure
Many municipalities find themselves in a familiar predicament, consistently battling inflow and infiltration (I&I) without truly solving the underlying issue. The resistance to change often stems from two core concerns:...
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Ensuring a Healthier Future: Ladtech's Commitment to PFAS-Free Products
In recent years, you’ve likely seen increasing headlines about PFAS – Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances. These “forever chemicals” have become a significant public concern due to their persistence in the...
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Expanding Infrastructure Solutions from Wastewater to Fiber Optics
LadTech, Inc. manufactures HDPE manhole and catch basin adjustment rings in the USA, utilizing recycled HDPE. These rings offer numerous benefits: they are corrosion-proof, cost-effective, durable, eliminate I&I, and are...
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Concrete vs. HDPE Adjusting Rings for Manhole Chimneys: Why HDPE is Gaining Ground
Manhole chimneys are crucial in ensuring proper ventilation, preventing infiltration, and providing safe access for inspection and maintenance. Traditionally, concrete rings have been the industry standard for constructing these...
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Enhancing Sewer Systems with Ladtech HDPE Manhole Riser Rings: A Comprehensive Guide
In the realm of sewer systems, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in ensuring durability, longevity, and resistance to environmental challenges. High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) has emerged as a...
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The Ladtech approach is lessening the burden on landfills.
Ladtech, a pioneer in the recycling industry, is not only committed to sustainability but also plays a significant role in reducing waste impact on infrastructure in America. By transforming American...
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Ladtech Recycled Plastic: Pioneering Sustainable Solutions
In the quest for a more sustainable future, companies like Ladtech are leading the way in innovative recycling technologies. Ladtech is a trailblazer in the field of recycled plastic, particularly...
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Importance of Recycling, HDPE
Saving the Planet One Bottle at a Time! Did you know that the plastic bottles you use and discard every day can have a significant impact on the environment? High-density...
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The Importance of a Wastewater Collection System.
Infiltration and Inflow in Manholes Causes and Solutions Wastewater infiltration and inflow (I&I) in manholes often present significant challenges in sewer system maintenance for municipalities. Domestic wastewater, industrial wastewater, and...
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What a Manhole Rebuilt/Rehab Means For Your Municipality
Every state and municipality – nationwide – must deal with the issues of aging and deteriorating infrastructure. Deciding between manhole rehabilitation or its replacement tops the list of priorities. The...
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MSW Magazine June Issue 2023
Ladtech is featured in Municipal Sewer and Water Magazines manhole and sewer rehab issue, June 2023.
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ENR May Issue 2023
Replacing Chimney Rings With HDPE Alternative to Address Ongoing I&I Issues Inflow and infiltration (I&I) is responsible for up to 20% of the flow being directed to wastewater treatment plants....
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Build A Better Solution: An Engineering Solution
Manholes are the most visible point in identifying the condition of our underground infrastructure, and with the advent of effective pipe repair technology, manholes are receiving increased attention from municipalities.
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City Beautiful “Plant A Tree”
Plant a Tree The date was April 10, 1872. In Nebraska, a unique, statewide celebration was underway. With prizes offered to both individuals and counties, participation and enthusiasm were high....
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HDPE vs. Concrete: A Comparison of Manhole Ring Materials
Across North America, municipalities have a decision to make regarding the manhole rings used in their infrastructure. The choice is between traditional concrete rings and the more recently developed high...
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Combating Traffic Impact with HDPE Manhole Rings
There’s a major problem with the traditional concrete rings used to build manhole chimneys — they have a short life expectancy. As a result of point load failures, heavy traffic...
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Why Solving the Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) Problem Requires a Change in Thinking
Albert Einstein famously said, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” The unwillingness to change can lead to undesirable and unnecessary outcomes time and...
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Engineering Community Embraces Ingenuity of HDPE Manhole Solutions
Every facet of the construction industry is driven in one way or another by the bottom line. Similarly, local governments responsible for maintaining and improving infrastructure must be mindful of...
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AS SEEN IN ENR: Rethinking Manhole Solutions
What if a city engineer had the power to reduce manhole and catch basin ring costs by 50%, while dramatically reducing installation time and effort? Bryan Houle, president of contracting...
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AS SEEN IN ENR: Ringing Out the Old – HDPE Manhole Rings Look to Collar New Roads
From Alaska to the Bahamas, Minnesota to Texas, municipalities are taking a deeper look at the durability and life-cycle costs associated with manhole collars. Too often these systems for topping...
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Finding the Missing Link
City’s sewer maintenance group finds a cost-effective, long-term solution to broken adjusting rings Three years after installing IPEX LifeSaver Manhole Adjusting Rings on a busy city street, The City of...
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Plastic Manhole Adjustment Rings Improve the Quality of Sanitary and Storm Sewers
New plastic manhole adjustment rings are being installed in residential street projects in Minnesota. Contractors and specifying engineers have never been able to specify the materials of concrete manhole adjustment...
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Infiltration Elimination – A Minnesota Town Reduces Infiltration with Plastic Manhole Rings
There are about 20 million manholes in America, and all of them have essentially the same construction: a massive cone section rising up from the sewer. Until the late 1920s,...
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How To Build A Better Mousetrap Or Manhole Chimney
With several decades experience in the precast concrete business, Dwight Wiedrich was very familiar with solving problems as they arose. So when a salesman pointed out some problems customers were...
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Manhole Makeover – Engineering solutions for a successful renewal program
Manholes are the most visible point in identifying the condition of our underground infrastructure, and with the advent of effective pipe-repair technologies, manholes are receiving increased attention from municipalities. Leaks...
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Lino Business Honored for Use of Recycled Materials
Ladtech Incorporated, based in Lino Lakes, was recently honored by the Anoka County Board of Commissioners for its use of recycled materials to manufacture its product. Ladtech produces manhole adjusting...
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Sewer Rings – Environmental & Health Issues
Performance The next time you drive over a manhole, you just might be driving over recycled plastic. One Minnesota company has developed a molded plastic manhole adjusting ring made of...
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