Events & Meetings
The Manhole Recovery community is active year-round with webinars, regional meetups, national conferences, and virtual roundtables. Stay connected and keep your skills sharp by participating in upcoming events.
Upcoming Webinars
June 24, 2026 — Understanding MACP Scoring: What Your Numbers Really Mean
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Eastern | Host: Dr. Sandra Okafor, Research Lead
A deep dive into NASSCO’s Manhole Assessment and Certification Program scoring system. Learn how to interpret grade codes, prioritize your rehabilitation queue, and document conditions for regulatory compliance. 1.5 PDH credits available.
July 8, 2026 — Polyurea vs. Cementitious Coatings: Making the Right Call
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Central | Host: Marcus Webb, Technical Director
This practical session compares the two dominant coating systems side by side — costs, application requirements, long-term performance data, and the environments where each excels. Q&A session included. 1.0 PDH credit available.
July 22, 2026 — Confined Space Entry Updates: 2026 OSHA Compliance Review
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eastern | Host: James Torretta, Field Operations Lead
Annual review of confined space entry regulations with focus on 2025-2026 OSHA updates affecting manhole work. All field crew supervisors and safety officers should attend. 1.5 PDH credits available.
Regional Chapter Meetings
Manhole Recovery has active regional chapters in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and Pacific Northwest. Chapters meet monthly (alternating virtual and in-person) to share local project experience, discuss regulatory developments, and coordinate peer review of technical questions.
| Region | Next Meeting | Format | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast (CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT) | June 19, 2026 | Virtual (Zoom) | Chapter Coordinator |
| Southeast (AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN) | June 25, 2026 | In-Person, Atlanta GA | Chapter Coordinator |
| Midwest (IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI) | July 1, 2026 | Virtual (Teams) | Chapter Coordinator |
| Southwest (AZ, CO, NM, NV, TX, UT) | July 9, 2026 | Hybrid, Houston TX | Chapter Coordinator |
| Pacific Northwest (CA, ID, OR, WA) | July 15, 2026 | Virtual (Zoom) | Chapter Coordinator |
National Conference — October 2026
Mark your calendars: the Manhole Recovery Annual Infrastructure Forum returns October 14–16, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. Three days of technical sessions, product exhibitions, peer networking, and professional development — the largest gathering of manhole rehabilitation professionals in North America.
Session tracks include: Asset Management & Data, Advanced Coatings Technology, Trenchless Methods, Regulatory & Compliance, and Workforce Development.
Early registration opens August 1, 2026. Join the waitlist to be notified when registration opens.
Past Event Recordings
Missed a webinar? Members of the Manhole Recovery community have access to our full archive of past webinar recordings and presentation slides. Join the community to access the archive.