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Dorken Systems introduces drainboard solutions with anticlogging geotextile
February 16th, 2024
Dörken Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance air and moisture barriers and building envelope products, introduces DELTA®-TERRAXX and DELTA®-TERRAXX PLUS, new drainboard systems for horizontal, vertical, and blindside drainage requirements. “Conventional drainboards have been commoditized in North America,” says Dörken’s product and marketing manager Peter Barrett. “That has led to cost-cutting efforts by manufacturers, […]
AASHTO appoints new leaders to several committees
February 15th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently appointed several new leaders to various committees within its organization. Cameron Kergaye, director of research and innovation at the Utah Department of Transportation, has been named to a two-year term as vice chair of the AASHTO Special Committee on Research and Innovation, as well as […]
AGRU launches new outreach campaign to support local communities
February 14th, 2024
AGRU America, Inc. has officially launched its latest outreach campaign, “Global Company, Local Impact.” AGRU exhibited at the 2024 Pathways 2 Possibilities South Carolina (P2PSC) event in Myrtle Beach to kick off the new outreach campaign in early January. South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamala Evette and other state officials visited the AGRU booth at P2PSC […]
AASHTO seeks nominations for two key award programs
February 13th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) is seeking nominations for the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards competition and its President’s Transportation Awards. Photo courtesy of AASHTO. AASHTO said the online nomination portal for the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards is open through April 12. Click here to submit a nomination for this year’s contest. This program, now in […]
Core & Main acquiring geotextile distributor Dana Kepner
February 12th, 2024
Core & Main Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Dana Kepner Company LLC, and associated entities. Dana Kepner is a distributor of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and geotextile products, along with specialty tools and accessories. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions. “The team at Dana Kepner […]
Trout Unlimited rehabs Wisconsin river
February 10th, 2024
Figure 1 “After” photo showing vegetation through the Curlex NetFree protected restored bank section as shown in Figures 11 and 12. There’s something about cold, bubbling trout water that can relax almost anyone (Figure 2). Thus, it is imperative to conserve and restore our precious streams and rivers for future generations to experience and enjoy. […]
HUESKER Group announces new subsidiary in South Africa
February 9th, 2024
The HUESKER Group is strengthening its commitment in South Africa in order to not only target new customers in the future, but also to expand existing business relationships. By registering a subsidiary and moving into warehouse and office premises, the world's leading manufacturer of geosynthetics and technical textiles, headquartered in Gescher, North Rhine-Westphalia, is consolidating […]
Kramer, Linneman to chair two AASHTO committees
February 8th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently appointed new leaders to two of its committees within its organization. Matthew Linneman and Vicki Kramer. Photo courtesy of AASHTO. AASHTO named Vicki Kramer – director of the Nebraska Department of Transportation – to a two-year term as chair of its Committee on Transportation […]
Backfilling geomembranes
February 7th, 2024
By Rohit Sati | Layfield Geosynthetics Backfilling geomembranes helps protect your liners from environmental and mechanical damage. It can also improve the impermeability of the liner system. Almost all liner materials can benefit from using a backfill cover. Properly designed backfill systems can extend the life of your geomembrane liner to the maximum extent possible. […]
Gatz to chair AASHTO funding and finance committee
February 6th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has tapped Tim Gatz – secretary of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation – to serve a two-year term as chair of the AASHTO Committee on Funding and Finance, which provides insight into federal and state transportation fiscal issues. Tim Gatz. Photo courtesy of the Oklahoma DOT. […]