The International Society for Micropiles (ISM) is hosting its 17th International Workshop on Micropiles on October 13–16, in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.
The workshop provides an opportunity for members to meet, present and exchange data, and share experiences and developments on a relatively informal basis. The workshop includes technical presentations covering states of practice; advancements of micropile construction, materials, research and development; and educational/promotional activities.
The Workshop will also feature the 13th Lizzi Lecture, the 11th Lizzi Scholarship and the 6th World Cup of Micropiles.
The conference chair is Sebastian Lobo-Guerrero, Ph.D., P.E., BC.GE, American Geotechnical & Environmental Services.
ISM member company Promotora Berma is hosting the conference. Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, the company specializes in the international marketing of equipment, tools, and materials from leading brands for mining and applied geotechnics.
For more information on the workshop, visit www.ismicropiles.org or contact ISM Executive Director Mary Ellen Bruce Large, P.E., BC.GE, Geotechnica, at melarge@ismicropiles.org.
About ISM
The International Society for Micropiles (ISM) is a consortium of international representatives involved in the design, construction, research/development and instruction/promotion of micropile technology. ISM provides an international forum for debate, advice, problem-solving and support to micropile specialists and nonspecialists throughout the world. Members of the Society can actively seek advice and experience from other members within this international group. ISM aims to be respected internationally as the preeminent center of knowledge for the development, advancement and promotion of micropile technology.
