In Memoriam: William Palan Allman

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Pipe

The FRP pipe is typically for the largerdiameter pipelines (manned entry) when access is extremely limited and/or spot repairs are needed. The other aspect of FRP is for complicated pipe geometry. Other trenchless solutions rely on a more standard pipe profile; however, FRP can be applied to complex pipe geometry with unusual bends, fittings, and other nonstandard type of arrangements. Due to FRP being a hand-applied material, the flexibility to adapt to unique pipe layouts and special features should be considered by the owner or engineer.

The FRP dry material (Figure 8) is saturated with an epoxy that is then placed on the internal diameter of the existing pipe, as shown in Figure 9. The proper scaffolding, access support, and ventilation are set up prior to the installation. As each layer of FRP is applied, it bonds to the other layers that were recently placed.

In the case of a pipeline needing a spot repair or rehabilitation, as shown in Figure 10, FRP can be applied in short segments and does not rely on needing the end of a cut host pipe to be installed.

Why Choose Trenchless Technology?

Pipeline rehabilitation technologies will continue to develop as the industry gains a better understanding of various material properties and their application in the field to meet the needs of clients all around the world in different industries. With a growing population and expansion of other infrastructure, it’s critical to provide more cost-effective and timely solutions to address buried pipelines.

The advancement of material performance and availability of technologies that could provide a more optimal “fit” for a particular problem will give owners and engineers more options to address their aging infrastructure. With the advancement of technology and pipe options available, having the proper guidance and tools will also be equally important, and tackling the aging infrastructure hurdle may not seem as burdensome or impossible.

References

• “2020 State of the Water Industry: A Glass

Half Full.” Dawn Flancher, Kathleen

Chaballa. Journal AWWA, July 2020. • AWWA M28, Rehabilitation of Water Mains,

Third Edition • Aegion Corp. (photos). S

William Palan Allman

1937 – 2022

William Palan Allman, lovingly known as “Bill,” “Daddy,” “Papa, “and “Black Rabbit,” went home to be with Jesus on May 28, 2022, at age 84.

William was born to the late Ernest and Melvina Allman on July 3, 1937, in Kissimmee. He was a fifth-generation Floridian. As a child he loved climbing trees and splashing in puddles with his brother, Albert, and his sister, Jean. These close relationships would carry on through adulthood.

In 1955 William met the love of his life, Barbara. They married on May 1, 1960, in St. Cloud. This was the beginning of 62 years of love and adventures together. Their dedication to each other, along with always placing Jesus at the center of their marriage, carried them through life’s mountains and valleys.

William was a doting father to daughter, Celeste, creating a “daddy’s girl” from the very beginning. He happily became “Papa” to some of Celeste’s closest friends, providing them with the loving father they needed. This title was multiplied when he was promoted to grandpa. His grandchildren and greatgrandchildren were his greatest joys. Not a day went by when William didn’t talk about how much his family meant to him.

He had a longstanding career with the wastewater industry, beginning with the City of Kissimmee in 1955; he then transferred to the City of Orlando in 1960. He studied, worked, and managed all areas of wastewater treatment, obtaining his Class A license in 1962. He would go on to manage several wastewater treatment plants in the area. This included helping to design, build, and manage the Iron Bridge Water Pollution Control Facility, and managing the personnel needed to handle the rapid expansion of the Walt Disney World area. After managing the Iron Bridge facility for 18 years, William retired from the city in 1996 after 36 years of dedicated service.

This did not mean he stopped working. William loved giving back to the industry by creating and teaching courses; designing and proctoring exams in various programs, such as short schools and classes; and serving on the Florida Water Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Education Committee. At the time of his homegoing, William maintained the sixtholdest wastewater operating license and the 11th-oldest drinking water license in the state of Florida.

In addition to being a dedicated husband, doting father, and the best “Papa” to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, William also loved to spend time with extended family and friends. He was always up for a get-together, especially a good southern barbecue, where he often manned the grill.

Throughout his life, William held an unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those around him. He was active in his church, teaching Sunday school and serving as a deacon. He loved to serve others and did so with all of his heart. When he did finally slow down you could find him in his easy chair with a good Western on TV and his cat at his feet.

William is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; his daughter, Celeste [Lee] Allison; his sister, Jean Allman; his grandchildren: Tristin[James] Fuller, Stephanie[Karl] Furno, Matthew[Sarah] Fishbaugh, Jackie Allison, and Terra Allison; many great-grandchildren; and a large extended family, with countless friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the following: • Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Inc. at https://www.youthranches.org<https:// www.youthranches.org/> or P.O. Box 2000,

Boys Ranch, Fla. 32064 • Boys Town at https://www.boystown. org<https://www.boystown.org/> or 200

Flanagan Blvd., P.O. Box 6000, Boys Town,

N.E. 68010-9988 S