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Geosynthetics Conference abstracts due April 30
April 1st, 2026
Abstract submissions are open for the 2027 Geosynthetics Conference. The conference will take place Feb. 21–24, 2027 in Reno, Nev., co-located with the IECA Annual Conference, bringing together two leading communities for an expanded audience and broader educational opportunities. Organizers are seeking technical papers across a range of topics to help shape the conversation around […]
Geotextiles and geogrids mean longer-lasting roads
April 1st, 2026
A contractor installed this wicking geotextile, Solmax® MIRAFI® H2Ri, on Interstate 94 in Minnesota using a milling machine, which resulted in accurate placement with reduced time and cost. Image: Minnesota Department of Transportation Can geotextiles and geogrids help build roadways that last for 100 years—or longer? Yes, say both industry and transportation representatives, although wider […]
Maintaining critical funding
April 1st, 2026
The advanced textile industry is affected by acts that provide federal funding, such as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the Commerce, Justice, Science Act. The NDAA funds defense and security efforts at the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy, which collaborate with industry on public-private partnerships for R&D and product development. […]