Webinars

2025 STI/SPFA Business Meeting

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Overcoat vs. Removal and Replacement of Coating Systems

Presenter: Joey Thomas Considerations for when to overcoat versus when removal and replacement of coating systems is required. Examples will be shared to determine when to select each option based…

SP001 and SP031 Updates and Revisions

Presenters: Steve Pollock and Joe Mentzer STI/SPFA will discuss recent updates to the SP001 Standard for the Inspection of Aboveground Storage Tanks and SP031 Standard for Repair of Shop-fabricated Aboveground…

Transitioning to a Leader – Using Authority Effectively

Presenter: Tery Tennant Often people who are the best performers get promoted into leadership roles. While they may have excelled in doing things on their own, many unique challenges come…

Flanges

Presenter: Dennis Dechant, P.E. Join industry expert, Dennis Dechant, P.E., for a discussion on flanges used in steel water pipe fabrication.

Preparing for and Managing an OSHA Inspection

Presenter: Paul Oliver STI/SPFA Safety Consultant, Paul Oliver, will share information on what to expect prior to, during, and after OSHA inspections, and how to prepare for an inspection.

Tank Design, Construction, and Inspection

Presenter: Kevin Gallagher, P.E. The tank design and construction process will be discussed. Real case studies will be shared as examples for the different aboveground potable water tank styles.

Breaking News from Capitol Hill: Is There Finally a Fix for Section 174?

Presenter: Tyler Noesser Congress recently proposed a fix to 174 amortizations. What does this mean for STI/SPFA members? With critical deadlines and statutes approaching, businesses should review their options, especially in…

Managing Through the Talent Shortage

Presenters: Grace Lattner and Sarah Schaible Uncover key insights from FMI’s Talent Study including how to retain talent through intentional engagement and preparing the talent pipeline through intentional transition. Topics discussed…

Steel Water Pipe Case History

Presenters: Dennis Dechant, P.E. and Nik Parsons Join us for a case study on the Denver Water Board Foothills Water Treatment Plant Complex and discussion about why steel was the best…