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Deke International’s Silk Road construction project receives IAA award
October 21st, 2024
Deke International recently received the Advanced Textiles Association’s (ATA) International 2024 Achievement Award of Excellence in the Geosynthetics Project – Transportation category for its Silk Road construction project. The Ancient Silk Road began in the 2nd century BC. It starts from Chang'an, the capital of the Western Han Dynasty, passes through the Hexi Corridor and the […]
Upper Chiquita Reservoir update
October 20th, 2024
Figure 1 Aerial showing the multi-stages of construction of the geocomposite, liner and floating cover This article is a review of the Upper Chiquita Reservoir project originally constructed in 2011 and today remains one of the largest and most challenging potable-water liner and geomembrane floating cover projects installed in the United States. The reservoir liner […]
E Squared Technical Textiles launches innovative new website for geomembrane solutions
October 18th, 2024
E Squared Technical Textiles is excited to announce the launch of its new geomembrane-focused website, www.e2geomembranes.com. This dynamic online platform showcases the company’s expansive range of BABAA Certified geomembrane products, designed to meet the needs of various industries, including environmental, civil engineering, and water management. The new site features an engaging and user-friendly design that reflects […]
Thrace Group receives 4 Environmental Awards
October 18th, 2024
Thrace Pack was recently recognized at the Environmental Awards 2024 receiving four awards for the sustainable practices and initiatives implemented at its plants. Specifically, the Ioannina, Greece plant of Thrace Pack was awarded with: Gold Award in the category Waste Prevention for the Operation Clean Sweep program. Silver Award in the category Waste Reduction for the Zero Waste to Landfill program. Silver Award in the category Circular […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2024 brings more than 4,200 attendees
October 17th, 2024
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2024, the largest event of Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA), concluded with resounding success on Sept. 24–26 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. Once again held in conjunction with Sun Shading Expo North America—organized by Messe Stuttgart, founders of R + T and the world’s largest trade fair for roller shutters, […]
Kirk wins Dave Campbell Quality Award
October 17th, 2024
Stephen Kirk, chief internal auditor, was honored recently with the Dave Campbell Quality Award at the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials’ (AASHTO) Internal and External Audit Conference, for outstanding service in auditing for a state department of transportation. Stephen Kirk Kirk has served as IDOT’s voting member on the AASHTO Internal and […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2024 brings more than 4,200 attendees, showcasing innovation and collaboration
October 17th, 2024
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2024, the largest event of Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA), concluded with resounding success Sept. 24–26 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Once again held in conjunction with Sun Shading Expo North America—organized by Messe Stuttgart, founders of R + T and the world’s largest trade fair for roller shutters, doors/gates and sun shading […]
New geotechnical publications focus on column-supported embankments
October 16th, 2024
Column-supported embankments (CSEs) are a method of ground improvement commonly used when an embankment is required over soft, compressive soil that is likely to experience large settlements due to the added load in the absence of soil improvement. The Load-Displacement Compatibility (LDC) method evaluates the expected settlement and mobilization of geosynthetic for vertical load transfer […]
Fernandez receives Frank Turner Award
October 15th, 2024
Nuria Fernandez is the 2025 recipient of the Frank Turner Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Transportation. Ms. Fernandez, principal consultant/CEO, AMDC Consulting, LLC, is recognized for her significant contributions to the nation’s public transportation landscape during her more than 35-year career. Her numerous accomplishments were forged through her ability to develop strategic partnerships, lead teams, […]
Solmax’s Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility project receives IAA award
October 14th, 2024
Solmax recently received the Advanced Textiles Association’s (ATA) International 2024 Achievement Award of Excellence in the Geosynthetics Project - Energy category for its Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility project. The Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility project is located in Yanting County, Sichuan Province, covering approximately 320 acres. The site includes various zones such as production, […]