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Core & Main completes acquisition of Geothermal Supply Company
May 17th, 2024
Core & Main has closed its previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Geothermal Supply Company Inc. (GSC). GSC is a leading distributor and fabricator of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe and other related products, primarily serving the geothermal, water and sewer industries from a single location in Horse Cave, Ky. “Adding GSC […]
PennDOT announces 2024 Innovations Challenge statewide winning team
May 16th, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced that a team of students from Norwin High school in Irwin, Westmoreland County, has been selected as the statewide winner for the 2024 Innovations Challenge. Mentored by Thomas Harskowitch, a teacher at Norwin High School, team members included Troy Horvath and Noah Wilson. For this year's challenge, students […]
Navigating geomembrane selection: HDPE Vs. LLDPE – Which fits your project best?
May 15th, 2024
During the geomembrane selection process, a common question raised is: Which geomembrane is most suitable for my application? This article will explore the advantages and disadvantages of the two most common geomembranes, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), to help enable you to make a more informed selection. HDPE and LLDPE are commonly […]
DFI announces 2024-2025 traveling lecturer
May 14th, 2024
Matthew E. Meyer, P.E., BC.GE, principal at Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, has been selected as the 2024-2025 Traveling Lecturer. A well-known geotechnical expert with more than 29 years of experience, Meyer will travel and present a series of lectures to university students, professional groups and industry associations. He is available, on request of the […]
FHWA prepares for Climate Challenge & EDC-7 EPDs for Sustainable Project Delivery Symposium
May 13th, 2024
On June 5-6, 2024, FHWA is hosting the FHWA Climate Challenge/EDC-7 Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Sustainable Project Delivery National Symposium. During the meeting, Climate Challenge and EDC-7 EPDs for Sustainable Project Delivery participants will make presentations and participate on panel discussions to showcase their program efforts and engage in discussions for successfully implementing EPDs […]
Mastering geomembrane selection: Utilizing standards in 3 steps for project evaluation
May 10th, 2024
By Felon Wilson For the most part, all geomembranes have a similar broad function: A fluid barrier. When comparing, the confusion lies in the fact that they are manufactured by different methods and constructed differently, which result in varying properties to accomplish the broad fluid barrier function. Plus, the definition of “fluid barrier” is subjective […]
AASHTO President Thompson: ‘Togetherness’ key to success
May 9th, 2024
Craig Thompson, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and 2023-2024 president of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, talked about the importance of “togetherness” when tackling critical industry issues during a visit to the AASHTO office in Washington, D.C., on May 2. Photo courtesy of AASHTO. In town for the four-day […]
Stark honored as ASCE distinguished member
May 8th, 2024
Timothy D. Stark, Ph.D., P.E., BC.GE, Dist.M.ASCE, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been honored with inclusion by ASCE in its 2024 class of distinguished members for his exemplary career as a researcher and educator, most in notably advancing the basic understanding of the two-dimensional and […]
GEOWEB® Load Support System strengthens parking infrastructure at Orlando Police Training Facility
May 7th, 2024
The Orlando Police Training Facility faced challenges due to inadequate parking space for overflow, storage, and heavy vehicle access. This limitation was affecting operational efficiency and prompted the need for a dependable solution to expand parking capacity and accommodate the facility’s varied usage. The primary issue was creating a durable and stable parking lot that […]
IGS and GMA sign MOU
May 6th, 2024
The International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) and the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a general working relationship. The IGS and the GMA seek a partnership with the intention of cooperating and thereby strengthening their respective roles and enhancing their participation in the geosynthetics sector; recognize the need to […]