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Leveraging soil nail technology for MSE retaining wall

October 10, 2023  |  Features

The Domain at Phipps Plaza is a luxury condominium development in the well-traveled and populated urban area of Buckhead in Atlanta, Ga. This 319-unit mid-rise residential complex is within a mixed-use area that incorporates hotels, office space, high-end shopping, theaters and restaurants.
ATA announces VISTA online sourcing directory

October 9, 2023  |  News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announces an exciting new platform specifically designed to provide information on sourcing products in the textile industry year-round. VISTA by ATA is a groundbreaking online sourcing directory platform that promises to revolutionize how professionals in the tex…
New developments in geomembranes for pit heat storage

October 9, 2023  |  News

Large solar thermal systems need large heat storage capabilities. Especially if the solar heat is to contribute significantly more than 25 % to a district heating network. Pit thermal energy storage (PTES) is a cost-effective way to build large heat storage facilities with 100,000 m3 and more. A ke…
FHWA awards cooperative agreement for pavement sustainability and resilience

October 6, 2023  |  News

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has entered into a cooperative agreement entitled, “Advancing Sustainability and Resilience in Pavements” with the University of California, Davis. The purpose of the agreement is to further the Sustainable Pavements Program by exploring topics related t…
Rise of high-quality PVC geomembranes in China

October 5, 2023  |  News

Over the past decade, China has made remarkable strides in the development of high-quality PVC geomembranes, transitioning from thin vinyl plasticized PVC sheeting to engineered PVC geomembranes. This evolution in materials has been driven by the need for more robust and durable solutions in various…
Terre Armee announces acquisition of Synthetex

October 4, 2023  |  News

Terre Armée has acquired Synthetex, based in Atlanta, Ga. With nearly even million square meters installed worldwide, Synthetex combines recognized expertise and production capacity in erosion and scour protection solutions, such as river, ports quays and coastal protection, pipeline protectio…
EPA finalizes rule to require reporting of PFAS data to better protect communities from forever chemicals

October 3, 2023  |  News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that will provide EPA, its partners, and the public with the largest-ever dataset of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) manufactured and used in the United States. This rule builds on over two years of progress on the Biden-Harr…
Maccaferri webinar – Sustainable Water Management in Civil Engineering Structures – Oct. 6

October 3, 2023  |  News

Maccaferri is presenting a webinar on Sustainable Water Management in Civil Engineering Structures. The webinar will be held October 6 at 11:00 a.m. EST, the guest speaker is Marianna Lucia Ferrara, Business Development GSY Unit, and you can register here. The drainage of water is a crucial aspect f…
Global Synthetics offering Propex erosion control products

October 2, 2023  |  News

Propex, a leading innovator, developer, and supplier of geosynthetics worldwide, offers products used in a variety of applications, including erosion control, drainage, and reinforcement. Propex erosion control products are designed to be cost-effective, technically proven, and permanent solutions t…
IECA webinar – Understand EPA’s National Certification Program and State-Specific Certification Standards – Oct. 5

October 1, 2023  |  News

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) webinar – Understand EPA’s National Certification Program and State-Specific Certification Standards – will be held October 5, 2023 1 p.m. MT and you can register here. The webinar is for qualified inspectors and state-specific CGPs and …