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Oerlikon increases pilot testing capabilities for geotextiles
March 29th, 2024
Oerlikon Neumag is now offering inline pilot testing of its new staple fiber technology in Neumünster, Germany. The plant, which opened in 2022, is available to customers for tests processing various polymers beyond polyester, which was the center’s original scope. The company has already achieved excellent values in joint tests with a well-known fiber producer […]
Global leaders recognized at the 2024 IECA Annual Conference
March 28th, 2024
The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) announced the winners of the 2024 Environmental Excellence Awards during the 2024 IECA Annual Conference and Expo in Spokane, Wash. this February. The IECA awards program serves as a hallmark event at the conference, acknowledging remarkable accomplishments within the erosion and sediment control and stormwater industries. Charles R. Riling […]
Lenzing presents innovative concept combining sustainable glacier protection and circularity for geotextiles
March 27th, 2024
The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose for the textile and nonwovens industries, has created a unique, innovative concept that contributes to the sustainable protection of glaciers while inspiring collective action for sustainable practices and a circular economy in the nonwovens and textile value chain. The presentation titled “Glacial Threads: From Forests to […]
Webinar – Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – April 3
March 27th, 2024
Dr. Jie Han Aerix Industries presents the Signature Series Webinar - Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – on April 3, 2024 at noon EST. The presenter is Dr. Jie Han, the esteemed Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor from the Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering Department at the University of Kansas, […]
EPA issues PFAS test order as part of National Testing Strategy
March 26th, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the fourth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) test order requiring testing on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under EPA’s National PFAS Testing Strategy, the latest action taken under EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadmap to confront contamination from “forever chemicals” nationwide. This action orders the 3M Company and Wacker Chemical Corporation to conduct […]
Solmax collaborates with TenneT and SWITCH for recycling of geotextiles in energy projects in Europe
March 25th, 2024
World-leading geosynthetics manufacturer Solmax has collaborated with TenneT and SWITCH to successfully recycle geotextiles used in power grid projects. This initiative resulted in the repurposing of 80 tons of materials destined to become waste during the construction of a new power highway, utilizing approximately 500,000 m2 (598,000 yd2) of geotextile used as a temporary separation […]
Montana DOT director retiring
March 22nd, 2024
Malcom “Mack” Long, director of the Montana Department of Transportation, plans to retire on March 22, with Larry Flynn – Montana DOT’s deputy director – stepping in to serve as the agency’s interim director. Malcolm “Mack” Long. Photo courtesy of Montana DOT. Appointed by Governor Greg Gianforte (R) as director in January 2021, Long brought 25 […]
Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 announces call for proposals
March 21st, 2024
Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 will be held March 2-5, 2025 in Louisville, Ky. It is the merging of the bi-annual Geosynthetics Conference and annual Geo-Congress and replaces both events for 2025. This conference occurs every 6-8 years and is co-organized by ATA’s Geosynthetics Materials Association and ASCE’s Geo-Institute. Geotechnical Frontiers is looking for short courses, special […]
Webinar – Best Practices for Geomembrane Penetration and Attachment Details – April 11
March 21st, 2024
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) is presenting the webinar - Best Practices for Geomembrane Penetration and Attachment Details – on April 11 at noon CDT. It is free to industry professionals and students, a 1.0 PDH is available, and you can register here. Pre-recordings are also available: April 12, 2024 at Noon AEST (Pre-recorded - […]
IECA elects new officers
March 20th, 2024
The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) has announced the addition of Matthew Welch, CESSWI, CPESC and Michael Frankcombe to the board of directors along with Rafael “Nicky” Araujo, PE as a returning member. New board members were officially welcomed at the IECA Annual Conference in Spokane, Wash. in February. Jerry Sanders, IECA president. Photo courtesy […]