Events at the Borehole Water Association and in the groundwater industry of southern Africa.
The Water Institute of Southern Africa is proud to announce that the WISA 2024 Biennial Conference & Exhibition will take place from 27 to 29 May 2024, at the Durban International Convention Centre, Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa .
Location: Online 1-1:30 p.m. ET
Instructors:
Overview:
Safety inspections can be a useful tool to get on top of hazards that can cause injuries at jobsites in the water well drilling industry. They can recognize hazards that are not always visible when the work is being conducted. A walk around a jobsite with a safety checklist only takes a few minutes, and when done properly, will usually find potential hazards that can be remedied. This webinar will provide a quick and easy way to set up a checklist in order to use at your jobsites.
This FREE online workshop is designed as an introduction to the world of drilling. It comprises a number of modules covering all aspects of drilling and logging – everything you will need to know in order to make the best of your drilling programmes. While primarily directed at students, mentees and young graduate professionals, it can also serve as a refresher course to more experienced geoscientists.
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
GROUNDWATER WEEK 2024 CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS IS OPEN.
MARCH 1 – MAY 15, 2024
Jim Davidson, a climber, expedition leader, and New York Times best-selling author, will be the keynote speaker at Groundwater Week 2024, which takes place December 10-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Davidson, a former hydrogeologist and National Ground Water Association member, will discuss his 39 years of adventure and survival, and share compelling stories and uplifting lessons about how to overcome change, challenge, and uncertainty through resilience.
The National Water Week campaign is aimed at educating the public about their responsibility in water conservation initiatives, raising awareness around the need to protect and conserve the country’s water resources.
The Department of Water and Sanitation celebrates Water Week by urging everyone to use water sparingly to ensure Water For All.
Carin Bosman (CBSS) and Nelda Breedt (Aquatico), in association with the Water Institute of South Africa (WISA), have developed a new Training Course in Water Quality Monitoring and Management. We will be presenting it for the first time from 21 to 23 November 2023, in Pretoria, Gauteng Province.
The Johnson Screens Groundwater and Wells Class is targeted at water-well professionals that are engaged in the design, construction, operation and ownership of large-capacity water wells used in water production and Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR). The workshop consists of a series of lectures that are tied to the life cycle of a water supply well that the students will be designing, reviewing construction details and maintaining over the life of the well.
The design of wells used for Managed Aquifer Recharge have many similarities to production wells, however wells used for injection and extraction MAR require additional design considerations for their successful long-term operation. Inefficient wells used for MAR are more expensive to own, operate, and require more maintenance resulting in downtime.
The flow control of recharge water requires careful consideration and selection in order to prevent cascading water from entraining air and pushing it into the well casing, bore, and aquifer. The entrained air can be responsible for blocking of water flow, and is a source of oxygen that may increase corrosion and biofouling downhole. As part of the flow control pumps and motors require careful selection and application in order to allow for long term reliability and adequate backflushing of the aquifer.
The well equipment selected needs to be resistant to corrosion so that the recharge water chemistry and/or biological corrosion agents do not cause aquifer degradation due to physical clogging and chemical reaction with the aquifer materials and water in the aquifer and well maintenance and rehabilitation.
The last part of the class will be devoted to understanding the operational life of a well. Collection of key operational data will be explained to establish a schedule and means of treatment or rehabilitation that is needed to keep the water well cost efficient through the service life.
FEATURED SPEAKER
Mr. Thomas Hanna, PG Hydrogeologist, Johnson Screens
Author of several papers and books on aquifer hydraulics, well design, logging of water well boreholes and water-well development.
For further information:
Contact us at +27 11 803 5726 or info@gcs-sa.biz
Water Governance refers to the political, social, economic, legislative and administrative systems in place that influence the use and management of water.
CBSS will be presenting our popular three-day Training Course in Water Governance, in association with the Water Institute of South Africa (WISA), from 31 October to 2 November 2023, in Paarl, Western Cape Province.
University of Cape Town
The Master’s Programme with a specialisation in Geotechnical Engineering is intended to support high level training and enhance both the technical skills of recent graduates or experienced personnel who work in, or aspire to a career in civil engineering construction, consulting, environmental and related industries. The primary purpose of the programme is to provide advanced conceptual understanding, detailed factual geotechnical knowledge and specialist technical skills appropriate for postgraduates who wish to widen their professional scope and work towards a career in the field of geotechnical engineering. For further information about this master’s programme please visit the website: http://www.civil.uct.ac.za/msc-engineeringspecialising-geotechnical-engineering
Continuing Professional Development Modules of this master’s programme are offered to Continuing Professional Development delegates as 5 separate certificate courses from which a participant can obtain CPD credits. All the courses consist of 5 days of formal lectures at the University of Cape Town.
Who should attend? The courses are best suited for Civil Engineers, Consultants, Architects, Engineering Geologists, Geotechnical Engineers and Geologists, Bridge Engineers, Landscape Architects, Contractors, Soil Scientists, Project managers, City and Public Works Officials, City Planners, and other design professionals who address construction related issues. Format Each module is currently structured in the following way: 5 days of intensive contact time at UCT, comprising formal lectures.
EXCITING CONGRESS PROGRAMME REGISTRATION DEADLINE ALERT AND MUCH MORE. Read Newsletter No 3 here.
For more information on Sponsorship and Exhibiting at the Congress please view our prospectus here.
Congress organiser: Conf et al – deidre@iafrica.com or info@iah.org.za
The Water Governance Training Course will be taking place in Paarl, Western Cape from 12 - 14 September 2023.
Water Governance refers to the political, social, economic, legislative and administrative systems in place that influence the use and management of water. The Course addresses the international context of Water Governance, and explores the South African legislation and institutional arrangements for the governance of water, including aspects such as water use license application (WULA) processes, and the preparation of water and waste management plans.
The Short Learning Programme, designed for all professionals within the groundwater industry, aims to provide hands-on experience and theoretical background for site selection, drilling, drilling supervision and borehole construction and development.
The programme will include practical in-field instruction:
Drill site selection - Geophysical surveys
Drilling supervision
Drilling: Practical introduction
Drilling
Borehole construction
Borehole development
Venue: Future Africa Campus UP Pretoria
This GWD Practical Skill course will be hosted at the UP Future Africa Campus and will focus on imparting best practice skills presented by specialists in the field.
The Course will utilise the UP Boreholes walking distance from the Conference facility to run the field tests.
An additional drill-site(s) - from partner institutions- are planned to be added to the programme itinerary for additional practical exposure.
*CPD ACCREDITED COURSE
Drilling - borehole construction, drilling supervision, logging
Hydrocensus - mapping and locating, DWA databases, measuring water levels, landowner liaison
Sampling - accessing boreholes, purging, sampling, labelling, preservation
Field analyses - Aquaread, Extech, RAD7, etc.
Hydraulic testing - step tests, constant rate calculation, measuring drawdown, test interpretation, calculation of hydraulic parameters (K, T, S, Sy)
The Groundwater Summit will be about SDG6 Global Acceleration Framework implementation, focused on groundwater. The focus will be on Collaboration across boundaries and sectors. The participants will be high-level representatives of Member States and International Organisations. The Summit will be a 2-day event in December 2022, taking place at UNESCO HQ in Paris, France.
Location : Las Vegas, Nevada
Join the movement and make your plans to visit Las Vegas, December 6-8, 2022, as thousands of professionals from all sectors
of the groundwater industry come together to discover solutions to current and future challenges.
Exhibit hall dates/times:
December 7, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and December 8, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
While you wait for the 2022 show, take a look back at Groundwater Week 2021 with our recap video and Groundwater TV!
Location: Burlington, Vermont
This NGWA conference, held every several years, has become the leading forum bringing together a broad spectrum of experts to discuss the newest in effective approaches to deal with the most challenging geologic environment to characterize and remediate — fractured rock, including karst.
Environmental science has progressed significantly in this realm in recent years. New tools and technologies provide numerous options that groundwater professionals can employ to characterize even the most challenging sites for remediation and sustainable water supply.
The program schedule is still being finalized, but click on the “Program” tab below to get a sneak peek at the lineup of presentations that will be taking place.
This NGWA conference focuses on the fate and transport of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated sites through groundwater and other environmental media to drinking water systems.
The chemistry and environmental behaviour of PFAS, combined with regulatory changes and toxicological uncertainties, create significant challenges for project planning, risk communication, and programmatic management. Nonetheless, much has been learned about how to address the challenges of PFAS both with respect to its unique physicochemical properties, as well as applying knowledge gained from legacy contaminant sites.
This conference is intended to provide an opportunity to share lessons learned and present state-of-the practice in scientific and management approaches to addressing this high-profile and rapidly evolving issue.
A call for abstracts is in effect, with submissions due by January 8, 2022. Please click on the “Call for abstracts” tab below for more information and to make a submission.
Who should attend?
Groundwater scientists and engineers
Public health officials
Toxicologists
Federal, state, and local environmental regulators
Remediation site managers
Laboratory testing personnel
Environmental project planners
Water systems administrators.
Frequently, new geologists are placed on drilling projects with very little understanding of the drilling operation. In order to effectively contribute to managing the project, geologists require at least a basic level of understanding of drilling principles and the drilling operation as a whole.
This course, provided by Colin Rice, will provide newly qualified geologists, that have had little or no exposure to drilling operations, with a fundamental understanding of selected aspects of a drilling operation.
The course is a combination of online, self-directed learning and virtual contact sessions where concepts can be discussed and clarified, questions can be answered, and practical applications of the concepts can be discussed. Delegates will have access to a discussion forum, printable notes in pdf format and support sessions throughout the course.
The 2021 NGWA Groundwater Summit is taking place virtually with offerings to include:
Conference sessions — 20-minute presentations focusing on research or practical application results
Poster sessions — these 20-minute segments must include supporting graphics or visual displays
Extended learning sessions — 90-minute slots allowing for more in-depth exploration of current groundwater science and technology
Workshops — 60-minute segments intended to present specific concepts and outcomes on current groundwater issues.
Submissions, which will be evaluated on current and relevant groundwater research, practical application, and overall impact to groundwater science and the industry, and are being sought in these major topic areas:
Applications of Geophysical Imaging Techniques
Groundwater remediation
Groundwater quality and sustainability
Managed aquifer recharge
Anything else groundwater.
THEME: Towards a Water Secure SADC- Groundwater Systems Thinking
The Southern African Community Development Groundwater Management Institute (SADC-GMI) in collaboration with its partners will host the 4th SADC groundwater Conference on 10 – 12 November 2021, under the theme “Towards a Water Secure SADC – Groundwater Systems Thinking”.
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the conference will be held virtually. The virtual conference will be designed in a manner that will ensure that delegates across the region and beyond effectively collaborate to find solutions to the region’s water-related challenges.
Possible Topics for discussion include Integrated Water Resource Management with a focus on Groundwater, Surface water – Groundwater interactions, Environmental Flow Requirements, Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems, Groundwater and WASH, Governance of Groundwater Resources, the WEFE Nexus.
PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND SPECIAL SESSIONS
Partners and Stakeholders wishing to run special sessions and panel discussions under the sponsorship program are requested to submit concept notes in line with the theme of the conference by the 9th of October 2021.
Meeting Outputs
Multi-stakeholders’ Declaration
Conference proceedings
Side-session reports
Press and media releases
Africa’s leading Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Refuse and Recycling.
Gallagher Convention Centre Johannesburg
Good reasons to attend
High-calibre forum programme addressing various topics from the water, sewage, refuse and recycling sectors
Brings together and inspire solution providers, practitioners and decision-makers to share knowledge and experience that relates to the proven and innovative environmental technologies, particularly in the water and waste sectors
Local and international speakers from the industry, ministries, associations and the scientific profession
Focuses on the topics of capacity-building, career development and offers valuable opportunities for business networking.
The second University Challenge will be taking place. Universities enter their teams who then participate against one another, proving their skills and know-how.
For more information, click here.
The Ground Water Division of South Africa and its Gauteng Branch invite all businesses, universities, municipalities, water authorities and the private groundwater users to join in discussing groundwater. You are welcome to come and share your knowledge, your products, and your experience virtually or in-person; or just join and arm yourself with vital knowledge, gain some new insights and perspectives and/or just meet up with each other again!
INVITATION TO BOREHOLE WATER ASSOCIATION MEMBERS TO THE GWCONFEX 2021: October 18-20, 2021
It would be our pleasure to offer your membership the following advantage* should they wish to register for the #GWConfEx2021.
*Using the special unique BWA code issued on the voucher as attached, that you will be able to forward to your network, they will qualify to register under GWD membership rates.
As an important roleplayer in the industry, your involvement with us in the #GWConfEx2021 is indeed a shared opportunity. Your network can receive exposure and an opportunity to gather with other representative individuals, organisations, and coalitions in this sector community conference: share, talk, educate and debate each other during the following sub-theme sessions:
They can also engage further and make their mark at the Conference:
Exhibit, Advertise or Sponsor OR contribute Prizes; GiveAways and sunder for Social / Awareness programmes (view all the opportunities in the Event Prospectus)
After careful deliberation on the economic impacts of COVID-19 and to safeguard the health of all participants, the Manufacturing Indaba announces the decision to postpone the 2020 Provincial Manufacturing Indaba Conferences and Exhibitions which were due to take place in August (Durban), October (Port Elizabeth) and in early November (Cape Town). The new dates for the Provincial events will be announced soon and will be hosted in 2021.
We understand the gravity of the situation for all manufacturing professionals who utilise the Manufacturing Indaba Provincial flagship events as a platform to grow their business, accelerate their professional development and to make meaningful connections.
To support the continued engagement and having carefully considered health issues and the need for economic activity, the Gauteng edition of the Manufacturing Indaba will proceed on the 9 - 10 December 2020 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
The Organisers believe this December date is as late as possible in the 2020 calendar year and with economic activity resuming post the extensive lockdown period, manufacturers will be back in business mode in December.
We trust you will continue supporting our position and stay committed to the events. We invite all our Provincial Manufacturers to join us in Gauteng this year and we will back in your Province in 2021! Stay safe and connected!
Groundwater: Setting the standards – Borehole Drilling; Pumping Tests and Monitoring
Borehole Drilling; Pumping Tests and Monitoring. Being in South Africa we have all be exposed to the pressures associated with drought. In drought situations, we see how it becomes mayhem with numerous short-cuts being taking, incorrect methodologies being implemented and over-inflated prices and opinions being applied and pronounced in the drought regions. As water supply engineers, hydrogeologist and scientists, we all need to learn from one another and adhere to some form of standards in the areas of borehole drilling, pumping tests and monitoring. These standards need to be applicable in both drought and non-drought times and the more we learn from one another the more we can educate those embarking on groundwater supply schemes (be it from a single domestic borehole to large scale municipal and agricultural supply). This workshop pulls together leading experts in the groundwater industry and includes a field visit to drilling within the Table Mountain Group Aquifer (TMGA). It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn and network. Although based in the Western Cape, international trends will also be discussed and the workshop is applicable to all involved in groundwater from the southern Africa region and beyond.
Price: ZAR 7400
Frequently, new geologists are placed on drilling projects with very little understanding of the drilling operation. In order to effectively contribute to managing the project, geologists
require at least a basic level of understanding of drilling principles and the drilling operation as a whole.
This course, presented by Colin Rice, will provide newly qualified geologists, that have had little or no exposure to drilling operations, with a fundamental understanding of selected aspects of a drilling operation.
The course is a combination of online, self-directed learning and virtual contact sessions where concepts can be discussed and clarified, questions can be answered, and practical applications of the concepts can be discussed. Delegates will have access to a discussion forum, printable notes in pdf format and support sessions throughout the course.
Today's session - Wrap up of Module 1 and introduction to Module 2: Drilling circulation systems
About the Course
REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE COURSE
Member - R3 000
Non Member - R3 500
Retired/Student - R2 000
2KG Training Live Virtual Courses offer participants the same instructors, training systems, course materials, personal support, and face-to-face engagement with instructors and other participants that they would expect to find in a conventional classroom. The Valves: Selection, Installation & Operation Live Virtual Course brings participants together in a virtual classroom, where they receive training from an expert via a live video link. Participants are interconnected via audio and video, enabling them to interact both with the instructor and with their classmates. Learners can speak to their instructor at any time to ask questions, request assistance, and instructors can provide hands-on support.
The control of fluid flow in pipelines is a complex issue. In this course delegates are taken through the attributes and applications of the more popular valve patterns in a pipe work system. The hydraulic concepts associated with the operation of these valve types will be included. The complex subject of control valves is introduced, with an overview of functions such as pressure sustaining, reduction, rate of flow control etc. Valve actuating mechanisms are also covered as these are becoming increasingly important in the overall operation of the reticulation system.
Valve orifice, Cv, and other hydraulic concepts. Control valves (overview only). Gate, globe, pinch, diaphragm, ball, butterfly valves. Materials of construction. Air release, vacuum breaker and non-return valves. Actuators.
2020 sees John's 50th year in engineering. Initially he had exposure to plant maintenance (steam, water, pneumatics, ash handling, boilers, turbines and pumping systems) and marine steam plant. A number of years in the selling, commissioning and trouble shooting of pumping systems were followed by nine years in the designing and presenting of training courses which covered the technicalities and marketing of pump sets, pipes, valves, diesel engines and basic electrical systems for pumping plant. An extended period followed in which John's career was focused on the marketing, selling and trouble shooting of pumping systems and submersible electric motors. Through his exposure to the international arena and the development and marketing of new products, John has gained a unique perspective of the fluid movement and control industry. A firm believer in the benefits of high-quality training, John has been at the forefront of training initiatives throughout his career. He can now offer your company the knowledge and skills he has gained over the years, presented in an interactive and practical manner. His courses have drawn a multitude of positive comments, many of which allude to his professional presentation style and the practical examples he offers throughout the training session.
For more info and to register contact Phindi Mbedzi on tel: 011 325 0686 or cell: 071 125 6188 or email: phindi@2kg.co.za.
Or click here to register by completing the form and emailing it to phindi@2kg.co.za .
You are invited to join us for this information webinar which aims to educate and inform. The webinar is free of charge. Feel free to share the invitation with neighbours and friends and any other applicable networks.'
Proudly brought to you by GEOSS | Groundwater and Earth Sciences
To attend, request a Zoom link from Christel van Staden at cvanstaden@geoss.co.za
Manufacturing Matters: What is the future for Manufacturing?
Manufacturing Indaba launches a webinar series
in partnership with Futureworld presented by global
speaker Craig Wing, Partner and Futurist.
29 May 2020; 5 June 2020; 12 June 2020 at 11am
The Water Show Africa - Africa's leading conference and exhibition for water professionals and large end users.
In today's new world, long-established and proven water and wastewater utility management practices are being challenged and rightfully so!
Calls for increased adoption of more advanced solutions like digital water, reclaimed water use, decentralized treatment, to name a few, are forcing water service providers to take note.
The Water Show Africa welcomes utilities, municipalities and large water users annually. They want to improve delivery of water infrastructure, drive service efficiency and reliability, as well as keep up to date with the trends shaping today's water future.
Over the last 13 years, hundreds of exhibitors have either initiated or closed deals at our show. Our event is a multi-streamed exhibition with hundreds of attendees and a strategic conference. The conference focuses on global trends and key strategies for end users to ensure security of water supply.
Combining our history with our passion for innovation, we are committed to bringing you a unique event to promote your brand, generate and implement new ideas and source new business opportunities to spearhead growth.
We are proud to have hosted Rand Water, The Department of Water and Sanitation, WSUP Kenya, the Water Research Commission, Namibia Water Corporation, Taraba State Water Supply Agency of Nigeria, The Department of Trade and Industry, Mhlathuze Water, Umgeni Water, to name a few..
On the last Saturday of March (28 March 2020), millions of people around the globe will participate in Earth Hour, one of the world’s largest grassroots movement for the environment.
Residents of Johannesburg and Cape Town will have the chance to add their voice to the global drive for positive environmental change with an outdoor adventure to be held at the Kirstenbosch and Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens, with the support of Virgin Active.
The annual Africa Energy Indaba exhibition is packed with the latest trends, technology, companies, breakthrough ideas in the Energy sector. Don't forget to secure your exhibition space for the upcoming Africa Energy Indaba 2020, at a truly world-class venue in Cape Town. Research has shown that face-to-face meetings are the most effective way to strengthen relationships with both prospective customers and current customers.
African Energy Ministers pitching their investment opportunities and energy project deal flow and how you can access these opportunities.
Deal signing ceremonies – the aim is to do energy business and the Africa Energy Indaba will host official deal-signing ceremonies.
Financiers and investors giving you the know-how to on how to access investments and finance to fund your energy projects across the continent.
Business Matchmaking - meet the right people to do business with and sign deals.
Knowledge Hubs providing product demonstrations and solutions to meet Africa’s growing energy demand.
Women in Energy and Youth in Energy programmes to develop and grow women and youth in energy and how they can access energy business opportunities.
Regional Pitch Sessions: East, West and SADC energy project pitch sessions – access energy deal flow.
Knowledge and insights at the conference on the latest trends, news and innovations that can impact your energy business
Mandela Mining Precinct
Cnr. Carlow & Rustenburg Road, Melville
Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa
Designed to be highly participative, this NGWA workshop will address and sharpen the thought processes of practitioners regarding how to apply scientific and legal considerations to sites contaminated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a unique class of emerging contaminants widespread in groundwater and surface water, which, due to their toxicological characteristics, are increasingly the focus of environmental protection agencies worldwide.
PFAS include several thousand individual chemical compounds, each with at least one carbon-fluorine (C-F) bond and most of which are soluble in groundwater. The C-F bond is one of the strongest chemical bonds in nature. While useful in a wide variety of applications, the unique C-F chemistry of PFAS also creates significant challenges in water treatment and remediation. The fate, transport, and chemical transformations of most PFAS in the environment are still unknown and are areas of active scientific research.
This one-day workshop will include an opening presentation followed by group work sessions and discussions designed to improve analytical and problem-solving skills.
Those who complete the workshop will receive the PFAS Site Assessment and Remediation Certificate, which:
Demonstrates the ability to analyze a site for the potential presence of PFAS
Demonstrates an awareness of current PFAS information in the scientific and regulatory arena
Identifies data gaps in site assessments needed to recommend mitigation options such as containment or remediation
Devises a remediation plan including, but not limited to, treatment technologies, communicating risk, and quantifying cost benefit in the context of regulation.
Click here for more information..
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