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Registration open for Geosynthetics Conference 2027
October 6th, 2026
Registration is now open for Geosynthetics Conference 2027, February 21-24, 2027, in Reno, Nev. Be part of the industry’s leading technical conference for geosynthetics and gain the knowledge, connections and insights to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field. From expert-led education and professional development opportunities to the latest innovations on the show floor, Geosynthetics […]
FHWA launches new webinar series
October 5th, 2026
The Federal Highway Administration has started a new monthly webinar series featuring research conducted at FHWA’s Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center. These free webinars will highlight new findings, provide updates on current projects and solicit feedback from stakeholders. Recordings of the webinars and professional development hour certificates will be made available. The October webinar offers a […]
Registration open for ATA webinar: ETLFs – Elevated Temperature Landfills
October 2nd, 2026
Registration is open for the ETLFs - Elevated Temperature Landfills webinar, Oct. 21, 1–2 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) and sponsored by Viaflex, it is free for ATA members and nonmembers. The presentation will cover the history and key distinctions between ETLFs and landfill fires, conditions that lead to ETLFs and the […]
Make a difference at GMA Fall Lobby Days
October 2nd, 2026
Photo: Advanced Textiles Association It's time to register for the Geosynthetics Materials Association's Fall Lobby Days, Dec. 8-9, 2026, in Washington, D.C. GMA members will have the opportunity to meet with their congressional representatives, hear from invited guests and learn how the election will impact the work of Congress. Visitors are welcome – contact Fred […]
CMC earns 2026 Great Place to Work certification
October 1st, 2026
CMC, parent company of Tensar, has been CertifiedTM as a Great Place to Work ® in the United States, Poland and China. Great Place To Work® is a global organization that evaluates workplace culture, employee experience and leadership behaviors through employee surveys – specifically, how consistently employees experience a high-trust workplace. According to the survey, […]
Textile industry uses of AI and automation
October 1st, 2026
Milliken & Co. scientists and experts use artificial intelligence tools to help them bring products, like their Polartec® Alpha® insulative fabric for garments (shown in the sweater here), to market faster. Image: Milliken As experienced workers retire faster than new employees can replace them, companies are investing in artificial intelligence and automation tools. Business uses […]
Succession planning 101
October 1st, 2026
Steve Frost, former CEO and current senior advisor of Stamford Tent & Event Services. Image: Christopher Beauchamp Any successful business eventually catches the eye of potential buyers. However, a good sale can only happen if the company is strong beyond the surface level. A viable succession plan is a powerful way to build resilience and […]