Krystal Nanan Contributor Bio

Bio

Krystal is a civil engineer and project manager with an MSc in Construction Engineering and Management. Her experience includes the project management of major infrastructure projects, construction supervision, and the design of various infrastructure elements including roadway, pavement, traffic safety elements and drainage. Krystal is also a published author with the Transportation Research Board in Washington, D.C.

Articles by Krystal Nanan

Hydrovac Safety: Top 5 Best Procedures to Follow

When planning a hydrovac excavation, it's important to keep safety top of mind. Here are the top five things you need to know.
4 Factors to Consider During Your Pipe Lining Project

Since its introduction in the early 1970s, CIPP lining has continuously evolved to become one of the most widely used forms of trenchless pipe rehabilitation.
The Planning Process: How to Prepare for a Successful Trenchless Construction Project

The planning of a trenchless project is similar to that of conventional projects, taking into account geotechnical investigation, project scope, safety plannin
Guided Boring Machine Maintenance Checklist

Guided boring machine maintenance requires keeping all fluid levels on the equipment full. Inspecting and washing drilling mud and other debris from the inside
Ductile Iron Pipe: Why It’s Best for Water and Wastewater

Water and sewage pipelines can be constructed from various materials. However, ductile iron is widely embraced as the material of choice, and with good reason.
Dewatering: Selecting the Best Pump for Your Application

All pumps are not created equal. The right pumping equipment can reduce dewatering time, ensure pump longevity, and minimize construction costs.
All About Potholing: What Utility Exposure Method Is Right for You?

Learn why there could be severe consequences If proper care isn't taken into consideration while exposing underground utilities.
QUIZ: Think You Know HDD? Prove It!

In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of this popular trenchless construction method.
Excavation Safety First: Top 5 Digging Disasters

We've put a spotlight on some of the most catastrophic digging disasters to occur in the last two decades to highlight the need for proper safety measures during trenchless drilling and open-cut excavations.
How 3D Laser Scanning Is Removing the Guesswork From Pipeline Condition Assessments

Regardless of the 3D scanning method used, operators can make better-informed decisions based on quantitative and definitive measurement data.

Q&A by Krystal Nanan

Why is horizontal directional drilling better for the environment?

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD), also known as directional boring or horizontal earth boring, involves using a surface drilling rig…
What’s the difference between microtunneling vs. guided boring?

Microtunneling and guided boring are often erroneously used interchangeably in the construction industry. While both these trenchless…
When should I choose pipe ramming as my preferred trenchless method?

Pipe ramming is a trenchless construction technique used to install horizontal underground pipes, ducts, and culverts. This method involves…