Finalists named for America’s Transportation Awards

September 19, 2023  |  News

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials recently unveiled the Top 12 finalists competing for the two national 2023 America’s Transportation Awards. Sponsored by AASHTO, AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the America’s Transportation Awards contest serves as a c…
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Five major considerations when designing geomembrane mechanical attachments

September 18, 2023  |  News

By Felon Wilson The terms attachments, penetrations and terminations are often considered synonymous, or at least in the same family, when used in the context of geomembranes. This post will focus on attachments and specifically a review of ASTM D6497, one of the main guides for geomembrane mechanic…
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Handy awarded Thomas B. Deen Distinguished Lectureship

September 15, 2023  |  News

Dr. Susan Handy, distinguished professor of environmental science and policy and director of the National Center for Sustainable Transportation at University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is the 2024 recipient of the Thomas B. Deen Distinguished Lectureship. Handy, also chair of UC Davis’s gradu…
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In memoriam – Richard (Dick) Schmidt

September 15, 2023  |  News

Richard Schmidt, owner of ACF West Geosynthetics, passed away on September 12, 2023. “We are all relieved but heartbroken to lose such an amazing father, husband, grandfather, mentor and human,” his son Aaron Schmidt posted on Facebook. “We are all very aware of how many people’s lives he to…
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E Squared FlexLiner FG: The ideal fish grade pond liner for a thriving aquatic environment

September 14, 2023  |  News

A crucial component of any pond or water garden project is a reliable pond liner. Its primary purpose is to not only hold the water within the pond but also provide a safe and supportive environment for fish and plant life. Among the numerous options available in the market, E Squared FlexLiner&nbsp…
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Titan acquires Hewitt Geosynthetics in Ontario

September 13, 2023  |  News

Titan Environmental Containment (Titan) announces that a deal has been reached with John Hewitt, founder of Hewitt Geosynthetics, to acquire the company’s business operations in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). As part of the deal, Titan is absorbing Hewitt’s existing customer base and John Hewit…
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Plastatech unveils new non-reinforced 40 mil geomembrane

September 12, 2023  |  News

Plastatech is pleased to expand its industrial grade geomembrane options to include a 40 mil thickness. This non-reinforced geomembrane is designed to be durable, even in harsh conditions, while still offering superior lay-flat characteristics. Industrial grade 40 mil is ideal for landfill and other…
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ATA launches Leadership Academy

September 11, 2023  |  ATA Events, ATA News, Events, News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) has launched the ATA Leadership Academy, an initiative set to reshape leadership excellence within the textile industry. This comprehensive leadership development program is designed to offer advanced training to professionals across all levels, with training opti…
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ARTBA convening member working group to discuss NEPA proposal

September 11, 2023  |  News

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) published a proposed rule implementing Phase 2 revisions to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ARTBA is convening a member working group Monday, Sept. 18, from 12-1 p.m. (ET) to share comments on the proposed rule. Why it matters The proposal …
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Three cost savings geomembranes provide in potable water

September 8, 2023  |  News

By Felon Wilson Resiliency in drinking water systems has become a broad discussion as many systems have experienced operational and quality problems. Like much of our ageing infrastructure, the backlog of needed updates and repairs continues to grow. Infrastructure improvements are expensive, and t…
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